The NHRA has totally out done all the other racing series combined.   I never thought

I would become as big a fan as I have become.  My brother has been trying to get

me to attend a weekend with him for years.  Maybe next year I will take him up

on his offer.   Vegas, or Gainsville that's what I am thinking now where would you

guys suggest I go...Would appreciate your input...

G'ville or Vegas?  That all depends on you.  Which one is closest to home is the one I'd attend first.  Why chunk a ton of money in just the trip to get there when you could do your first race up right and still save money?  Also close to home will work better in case of a rainout.  How would you like to go to a race when the weather comes into play and the finals are on Monday or even Tuesday but your hotel checkout was Sunday morning and the flight home was Sunday evening?  Keep it simple!

Only ever been to our local (Seattle), Pomona and Vegas. 

I would go with Vegas.  Plenty to do the rest of the weekend.  Easy to get a bus or limo to and from the event.  Weather should not be an issue.