John S.
04-26-2002, 10:19 PM
Hey Jake, et al,
I know this is a bit late, but I was disappointed when I saw Tony Stewart's car in Daytona without "RIDGID" on the quarter panel. I've been an avid Nascar fan for the past 20+ years, and always support sponsors of racing when given the opportunity. For example, if I'm in need of gasoline and at the same intersection there are 2 or more stations, I'll always choose Unocal 76. Same goes for my laundry detergent, snacks, soda, and beer. If they support racing, I support them. So when it came time for a MAJOR expansion of the wood shop, RIDGID was the only choice for me (Dewalt sponsors a Ford, I'm not going there!). It didn't hurt that I could see and touch the entire product line in one display at the track. So after spending many thousands of dollars on a sponsor's products, I'm a bit bummed that they abandon us die-hard consumers, at least at the track. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a Tony Stewart fan, I supported Ridgid because they supported racing. Just as I buy only Tide for the laundry but I'm not a fan of Ricky Craven. I'm completely satisfied with my tools, but I'd sure like to see Ridgid back on the side of the #20 car. Sorry for my rant, but I had to get it off my chest. I haven't heard a word on this topic anywhere. John.
I know this is a bit late, but I was disappointed when I saw Tony Stewart's car in Daytona without "RIDGID" on the quarter panel. I've been an avid Nascar fan for the past 20+ years, and always support sponsors of racing when given the opportunity. For example, if I'm in need of gasoline and at the same intersection there are 2 or more stations, I'll always choose Unocal 76. Same goes for my laundry detergent, snacks, soda, and beer. If they support racing, I support them. So when it came time for a MAJOR expansion of the wood shop, RIDGID was the only choice for me (Dewalt sponsors a Ford, I'm not going there!). It didn't hurt that I could see and touch the entire product line in one display at the track. So after spending many thousands of dollars on a sponsor's products, I'm a bit bummed that they abandon us die-hard consumers, at least at the track. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a Tony Stewart fan, I supported Ridgid because they supported racing. Just as I buy only Tide for the laundry but I'm not a fan of Ricky Craven. I'm completely satisfied with my tools, but I'd sure like to see Ridgid back on the side of the #20 car. Sorry for my rant, but I had to get it off my chest. I haven't heard a word on this topic anywhere. John.