Here is a brief explanation of some of the questions you may have. If you don't see your answer here,
email me.
Do you know how I can contact Jeff for an autograph?
General JG/Racing Info
Web Site Info
General JG/Racing Info
Due to the volume of requests, please hold off on autographs for the forseeable
future.
Is there a way to email Jeff Gordon?
Not directly.
Can you email me when you get the latest news about Jeff Gordon?
Sorry, I don't have time to do that. You might want to check the site for the latest updates.
Can you help me get garage passes for a Nextel Cup race?
Unless you know someone on the "inside of NASCAR,"
work for a race sponsor, or have another type of
official function, they're almost impossible to get. You can't buy them.
So, I can't help you with that.
My child is interested in
becoming a driver, is there any rule to how young he/she can be?
I’ll be attending my first
NASCAR race later this season. Can I meet Jeff Gordon while there?
Web Site Info
Where does the information on the site come from?
Can I write an article for the site?
I saw Jeff in his car, on his boat,
walking into a restaurant, or another place
away from the track other than a scheduled public appearance. Will you mention
on the site what he was eating, buying, and/or who he was with?
How often is the website updated with news and
info?
How do I join Jeff's fan club?
There is no more "fan club" in the true sense of the word.
Where can I get officially licensed Jeff Gordon merchandise?
Either ask your local hobby dealer about it, go
to a NASCAR track, or visit an online diecast dealer.
Will you post a rumor that I heard about Jeff on the page?
The site deals with factual information rather than
rumor. However, if I feel that the rumor is credible,
I'll look into it further. If it's confirmed, I'll post it on the site. Because a confirmed rumor is no longer a rumor, but a proven fact.
How can I find out if Jeff will be making an autograph appearance in my area?
Public appearances will either be listed
on the main page of the website or on www.jeffgordon.com
A NASCAR driver must be at least 18 years old and possess
an FIA (Federation International de l’Automobile) license. A driver
may also be required to pass a driving abilities test. Usually,
drivers will work their way up through the series. Jeff Gordon
started racing go-karts when he was just 5 years old.
Unless it's pre-arranged with Jeff's PR firm
several months beforehand, don't count on it. While he might sign autographs on pit road
prior to qualifying, his time is often limited.
Do you have any tips to make the most
of the experience at the racetrack?
Bring protection for your ears while sitting in
the grandstands. A radio headset is usually a good way to not only listen to the race but protect
your ears from noise damage. Also if you have a scanner and headset, you
can listen to the crew chief communicate with his driver. NASCAR
assigns each team a frequency number which are available from certain souvenir trailers at the
track. In addition, check the weather forecast in the days leading up to the race.
If the forecast calls for rain, bring along a plastic poncho. Tracks usually do not
allow umbrellas in the grandstands. If the outlook is for sunny skies, bring sunscreen. Even
if it's not the summer season, sitting in the sun all day will give you a burn. Use a sunscreen
with at least an SPF of 30. For a day at the track, a sunscreen with an SPF of 45 is preferred.
Also, wear comfortable shoes. You'll be doing a good amount of walking before and after the race.
If you're inclined to bring a cooler or bags into the grandstands, please check with the track
beforehand. Security regulations vary from track to track and size of the items is limited.
And finally, stop by your favorite driver's souvenir rig at the track. Maxing out your credit card
is not recommended, but sometimes unavoidable!
I hate the TV broadcasters. How can I listen to the races
on the radio or online?
MRN Radio broadcasts most of the NASCAR races throughout
the season. A complete list of MRN affiliate stations can be found here. They do not broadcast the races at tracks owned by Speedway Motorsports (Bristol, Texas,
Charlotte, Sonoma, Las Vegas, Atlanta) as the Performance Racing Network (PRN) handles those.
PRN's affiliates are listed here.
To listen online, MRN is only available through the purchase of TrackPass at
Nascar's official website.
A number of places. Most notably racing-related
Web sites, media outlets,
TV shows, and sources. I try and confirm all information on the site as fact
and will throw in an opinion from time to time.
Yes. Please e-mail me to clear the topic before you begin writing.
A journalism/writing interest is necessary (proper grammar, spelling, and word
usage is required).
When did the site begin?
Jeff Gordon Online began in late May 1998.
I had maintained a smaller version of the site at Geocities from January 1997
until May 1998. If you remember that page, well, you're giving your Internet
age away! The Geocities page went from a handful of visitors a day
to well over 300 a day by May 1998. At that point, I took it to the next level
with its own domain name. Since then, the number of visitors
have skyrocketed and the rest is history.
NO, because I consider
that kind of stuff to be an invasion of privacy. The website deals with his racing career
and the business aspects of his life that are involved in racing
(JG Inc, race sponsors, track design, etc.). The site does not deal with his private life
away from the racetrack that is not already covered by other media.
Whenever I have the free time to do so. Usually several times per week.
There are many, many hotels in the Indianapolis area with a wide range of prices. You can expect them raise rates and be
filled to capacity if you try to look for a hotel close to Indy 500 weekend (May 26, 2013) so it's best to book far in
advance. Try checking here first: Hotels in Indianapolis IN. You can also try giving area hotels a call because sometimes
there will be limited special race-fan packages available. Looking for something to do outside the race, or maybe where to
eat? University of Indianapolis has made a great resource that you can find HERE. Overall, the Indy 500 weekend is a
fantastic time and if you plan ahead it's hard to go wrong. Just don't wait until the last minute!
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