Somebody definitely needs to sponsor this guy! He is one reason I started going back to races, after stumbling across the KZfaq channel. Doug runs up front every week, on top of being an awesome guy, and has a large social media presence!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man. I really appreciate it
@tspatz54108 ай бұрын
Get this man a sponsor. As a fellow short track driver my self. Sponsors are probably the only reason I’m racing. It’s a struggle for sure but with your following you will get those sponsors.
@ctsishawn18 ай бұрын
The struggle is real! It's a tough sport! Been doing it solo since 2010 myself. Took a break after 2017, but it's hard running at this level. You and LH have been a huge inspiration to get my kick back and running. I enjoy the idea of content creation, hope to get to that point. But even with the dream, gotta be able to stroke that check!
@natemorrisracing8 ай бұрын
Good luck man, hope to see you on track next year. You were an inspiration for me to make videos about my racing, so I hope we continue to see more race day videos for years to come.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man I really appreciate it! Keep making videos!
@kettlerunrailfan8 ай бұрын
I think it’s always a good idea to give a place another fair shake after they get new management. As for your sponsorship situation… I really do hope someone finds this and gives you the shot you deserve to run next year, man. You’re really good at what you do both on & off track.
@MikeDuryea328 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear about the funding or lack thereof. I'm positive that things will turn around for you bud. As far as the race, go run it. You're probably right, the new management will make that place better and if you do good, I'm sure that will help with finding funding. Good luck to you in 2024!!
@jakephipps92178 ай бұрын
Hope everything works out for you man! I’ve had one LMSC start in my racing career and it’s hands down one of the most badass experiences ever. Started watching the channel after going to the Florence race and I love how raw and uncut the content is. The world of racing is rarely pretty and you do a great job at showcasing the ups and downs of the sport.
@jakephipps92178 ай бұрын
Go get them at Carteret!! #headdownfinup
@shonepolk91128 ай бұрын
Man I hope you can get sponsored for 2024, I would hate to see this channel gone. Love your content! I did some late model racing back in the late 90’s out in Myrtle Beach, no big sponsors so I only ran limited schedule when I could afford it. I can’t imagine what the cost is these days, if I remember correctly the cost for just one set of tires was around 500 bucks. I would hate to see what it is now. Even then when we would have big races like the sleep inn 400 where the Busch series would come and race, even the late model ranks would be stacked. You would have guys like Dale Jr, Adam Petty, Ron Barfield, and the like running the late model race and make it hard for the little guy to even qualify and compete. Best of luck to you Doug, there’s someone out there waiting to stamp their brand on your car!
@billseldenright90788 ай бұрын
You have a good team and your talented. Hang in there, something will come along. Ive followed you this year and I'm impressed. Just musings of an old circle track engine guy.
@ducknaround097 ай бұрын
Dude everything will work out when it's supposed to. You and Landon are great as far as videos. The raw real footage, behind the scenes action all of that, if someone's never been in the garage or on a team it gives them a glimpse of old school racing. It would be cool as hell if you and him could team up some how.
@GREG-SC8 ай бұрын
DabNabbit! I enjoy following AirDoug run around. Was totally hoping for the CARS tour. Best of luck!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
It'll happen man.
@warditude8 ай бұрын
Go to Carteret, buddy. Give yourself another chance to have fun this year and end 2023 on a high note! Also affords yourself another chance to showcase for 2024 partners. If not much has changed at that track and it's not a great experience, at least you'll know and won't have to wonder. Good luck man.
@Panderson178 ай бұрын
Someone will sponsor you stay strong, you have the ability, Big daddy doug will race next year there is not doubt in my mind😂😂
@talladegajunkie14398 ай бұрын
Goddamn man.........I hope something comes along, even on a part-time basis. You've really made a fan of me this year, after finding out about you through Landon Huffman. Knocking on all the wood that you cna line something up, DB!
@stevenhudson89158 ай бұрын
Keep ya head up buddy just ordered my hoodie ! And go run that race on the 8th of December and kick some ass
@Racing00427 ай бұрын
Go run that race! Someone give this kid some sponsorship money and get him on the Cars Tour for 2024, Love the content keep it up!
@leejohnson72938 ай бұрын
Damn man! Well good luck! Hopefully someone comes through for you. You deserve to be out there racing. I think you should give Carteret another shot, especially considering it's under new management.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
I have faith someone will step up. And I'm pretty sure we are
@brandonmoody61848 ай бұрын
Hey Doug I really hope you are able to find a sponsor because you truly are one of the biggest LMSC ambassadors and in my opinion one of the top driver's on the scene, you are one hell of a wheelman with some serious talent and still growing. You should definitely run Carteret, you have the potential to take the win fair and square this time. #SPONSORAIRDOUG88
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. We'll go get it done at Carteret
@tommyreecejr45588 ай бұрын
I would love to see Doug run the cars tour next year I really think he will be a huge addition to the tour and his presence and what he offers will bring more ppl to the tracks on the tour schedule and not to mention he will be another platform for everyone who supports cars tour to see each event through his channel which is huge I’ve been a huge fan of late models since like 2009 I’ve crewed on them and spotted we ran a Childers/Marlo chassis won track championship at Newport in 2010 and I’ve seen late model racing drop to it’s lows and now it’s back booming better than ever someone support this guy please.
@jesseking99688 ай бұрын
I hope you get some funding, dude. It's unfortunate that this is as big of an issue as it is across all motorsports. I hope it all works out, man. Also, I definitely gotta grab one of those hoodies! They look sick!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man I aprreciate the support!
@landonmoody66378 ай бұрын
Dang man that’s unfortunate I hope y’all can race next year it was awesome to meet you at southern national I hope we can see you next year ✌️
@SLMdirtfan8 ай бұрын
Hope everything works out for you man. Just started racing mini stocks this year in part due to you and LH. I think you should give Cateret another chance.
@JohnTrentRacing8 ай бұрын
Hope you get it done at Southern National Motorsports next year for the CARS Tour kick off! You should definitely go to Carteret if the management has changed.
@craigwhitaker22754 ай бұрын
im bout to get one of those hoodies right now, heard about what happened, sucks dude. really does. hope you can get a sponsor and can help support even help with set up or whatever at Langley when y'all come through. Always down to support you man.
@craigwhitaker22754 ай бұрын
nvm they are sold out hahaha
@ScottyMac2478 ай бұрын
Obviously, would love nothing more than watching you race in 2024 and watching these vlogs after I watch you race.. but curiosity is killing me lol what would you do job-wise if it wasn’t for racing?
@champychampy-rb2og8 ай бұрын
Hey man I understand those ups and downs of racing and the financial side of racing and I hope that you can get that cars tour drive for next year and hope it all falls through form your favor Carteret county track yes you should run it you might not get screwed 😂
@ncinteriorsplus35208 ай бұрын
He's already been screwed there!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Haha I would hope they don't screw me again
@daveroberts59367 ай бұрын
Best of luck, Doug!
@ryanpatrick29838 ай бұрын
Wish you the best of luck man! Karting is expensive enough for me I couldn’t imagine what it takes to be a competitive slm racer.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Yeah its out of control
@Racheldaviesx8 ай бұрын
Can’t wait to watch you race in 2024!! 👏🏻👏🏻
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
🏎️🏎️🏎️
@imgraysxn9998 ай бұрын
i wanna see that 88 in the cars tour . DEFINITELY could be a threat at half the tracks on the schedule bro. and SEEING YOU at OCS maybe??? that’d be a dream man. i’m hoping you find sponsorship, with the following you have it should be much much easier than others. hopeful as hell for you doug ❤️
@imgraysxn9998 ай бұрын
you should go to carteret!!!
@cameronmoss29338 ай бұрын
Hey, man, I definitely enjoy the videos. Hopefully you can work something out and I can see you at South Boston again next year.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
I'm hoping we can figure something out. I'd love to go back to SOBO next year
@tjax-quackersracing35978 ай бұрын
If you want to go dirt track racing next year let me know I’ll let you race my car
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
That would be sick. Thanks for the offer man
@tjax-quackersracing35978 ай бұрын
@@AirDoug your welcome
@larryschmidt9774 ай бұрын
I would like to have a opportunity to race on dirt
@jerryredden91368 ай бұрын
This guy is the real deal-a true racer. There has to be a company that can sponsor him and his team.
@ctsishawn18 ай бұрын
Oh, and to add onto the Carteret deal... New management. New tech. I'd probably give it a shot. I don't know the whole deal with how they operate down there or how the did. But, I remember your ordeal. I also have seen some stuff Carteret did to a sponsor they had for a race recently (dont know who was managing at that time) that I didn't agree with, but I don't know that whole story either. But... if the situation had changed that would have caused me to swear off a track, I'd be inclined to give it a 2nd chance.
@jakeheavlow8 ай бұрын
As someone who legit grew up with Doug at the track, weekend after weekend. Dude is the real deal. Someone keep this man in the seat in 2024
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks brother, I appreciate it!
@BUB-oy7me8 ай бұрын
Love the videos! I'd say race it and see how the new management is. Tried to purchase a Hoodie but unfortunately i live and Canada and see no shipping option.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
I'm sorry! I'm not sure how to do international shipping. I do everything myself. I wrote it down in my notes for things to figure out in the offseason
@jonp50908 ай бұрын
Just bought my hoodie! Going to look good on the streets of Denver! Hope I am one of the first 25 hahahaha. I love DB88, good luck dude, I cant fund a ride for a year, but I can help pay for a lugnut by ordering a hoodie. I still want a DB88 diecast by the way.
@larrytribby78078 ай бұрын
B1 legend team here, we were there when the Carteret stuff happened, it was messed up on there part, we will be out there with the legends. Come on out have a good time, the new management is great!. You debating on it?
@brandonkahuna12518 ай бұрын
This would be just terrible, if one of their better talents can't find a sponsor and race. Someone needs to step up and back him!! Hope you find someone soon Doug!
@lefreeman32838 ай бұрын
Man this is sucks so bad. I have enjoyed u being at Florence this year. Been following u since u started posting bout racing. Always pull for u and was really hoping u was gona run Cars Tour next year. I hope things work out I literally got Flo to watch u race
@lefreeman32838 ай бұрын
N everybody knows u won Carteret race last year. Go do it again this year.
@johnezell98088 ай бұрын
Hang in there Airdoug! Something will jump up, perhaps finding a ride as a hired driver. Who knows. We will wish you all the best. Cya john
@rickyrowland97447 ай бұрын
Doug my sister and brother inlaw run New River and they said they have finally came to some kind of agreement with Carteret. If thats the case try it i know when Bobby ran it, it wasnt pleasant. So go for it just know what to expect. If you want to know more about it jist hit me up.
@user-pp7ie2tk6z8 ай бұрын
Run the race and win it AGAIN!
@jimgeiger24688 ай бұрын
Well, Damn! Racing is harsh, and we've all hit this moment. Call Dale Jr. He has a decent Late Model program going. Maybe he could help you with seat time. Good Luck, Doug. You belong in a racecar, Bro!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
It really is harsh. He's a great guy, but he's not handing out rides for free. And I own all of my equipment so I'm not interested in running for someone else
@ChasinTracks8 ай бұрын
I was cheering for you during the Southern National race but hey at least you didn’t wreck
@chriscannon53308 ай бұрын
I think you should go run the race next weekend
@kevinkullman4428 ай бұрын
But but but....who's gonna run with the squirrels?!
@dalehogan7568 ай бұрын
Hey Doug look man you love racing!! When one door closes God will open another for you! Keep your head up !!
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Exactly. Just waiting on that door
@rodneyhorner6888 ай бұрын
Go for man it might open up something for you .Never know intill you try
@johnsendo8 ай бұрын
I forgot price per race and a couple of selected races
@tommyashworth078 ай бұрын
I really hate to hear this an hopefully you will be able to run in 2k24. Your one of the best of the best an work your a** off an I wish you nothing but the best Dougie. Always a fan
@55madcow8 ай бұрын
Good luck Hope you find a sponsor
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@sheriffcorkyface8 ай бұрын
I think you should stop worrying about it, I believe you will find funding just try to be patient. Do not give up
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Well I gotta worry about it a little haha I'll figure it out though
@thegoodwrenchcupseries68178 ай бұрын
i would go run it just to give the new owners a chance and see what there all about
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Yeah I think I'm going to. Its not new owners though, new GM and tech
@thegoodwrenchcupseries68178 ай бұрын
@@AirDoug oh i see but like is said if it was me i would go run it just to see what there all about now. also if you end up going good luck
@labrd418 ай бұрын
My understanding is that the Carteret race is on 12/9 and is a LLM race.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
It technically is, but its still $10k to win
@labrd418 ай бұрын
😊@@AirDoug
@clintnuttall88528 ай бұрын
Try run local short track see what happens might find more sponsorship
@jaybrown85408 ай бұрын
Personality and talent with a pedigree of winning clean, or shoving some clown who deserved it anyway. With FLO exposure, Sponsors you will have your name out front all year. Better sign him before your competitors do. ROCK ON Air Doug!
@chrismoon88538 ай бұрын
Someone sponsor this guy, I want to see him run next year! Especially if the goal is cars tour.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man
@CDeese398 ай бұрын
Hope you find a title sponsor for next year i definitely enjoyed watching the content.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
We will, and thank you!
@FloridaCracker-et5mw8 ай бұрын
If the track is under new management, then I would go race. I subscribed, hope that helps.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thank you! And I think we are
@pacifickaihomesllc36058 ай бұрын
Money is tight for everyone. You won't be the only one without sponsors. It's not about talent it's about dollars, unfortunately .
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Yeah it sucks that thats how racing is. It'll always be this way unfortunately
@RacinMasonGeer8 ай бұрын
If you can't afford it, race a class you can afford .
@lukearnold238 ай бұрын
If u can’t race full time or at all next year in 2024 I’d like to see the return of gaming videos on this channel like the og vids
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Hahahaha. Stream Highlights 25 coming soon
@yeehawstrength83157 ай бұрын
How much does a sponsorship typically cost?
@terryrichardson9758 ай бұрын
Good Luck on finding a sponsor.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@jozimoto8 ай бұрын
I think you've done well enough this year that you should be able to get a sponsor. Perhaps multiple smaller sponsors. Get creative. You're definitely got the personality.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thank you. We'll get someone on board and go win some races in 24
@PlayLikeBugs8 ай бұрын
Let’s go win Carteret for the memes
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
They don't wanna see us win 😤
@chrisrock03988 ай бұрын
Bought a shirt, it’s not much but it’s something man
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
It means a lot. For real, thank you!
@TooKlingy8 ай бұрын
You should raffle off sponsor spots. Rico does it for big events.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thats a great idea
@CQBlindHams8 ай бұрын
Go to the track and take their money. Be the man and don't let BS run you off.
@btmnation71008 ай бұрын
Someone needs to step up and help this truth racer. Hard nose racer and hands on. Great vidoes. Someone needs to step up and help doug
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man. I'm sure someone will
@chrissargent27218 ай бұрын
Hey Doug ur an inspiration to me along with Landon I have u a sponsor I'll hit u up on Twitter in a few
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks man. That would be great
@B-Rad038 ай бұрын
Please Post The Southern Natoinal Video
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
It'll be out next Wednesdays!
@patrickharper92978 ай бұрын
If everybody in the comments sent $1,2$, more$ the dude would be able to hit the track
@tgarren8 ай бұрын
Doug if you need something to do in racing feel free to come help me make my Charger car faster 😂 pay is a pit pass, hot dog and some content for your channel 😂 But I feel ya man money part of it sucks for sure good luck
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Hahaha. Where do you race?
@tgarren8 ай бұрын
@@AirDoug Caraway
@johnsendo8 ай бұрын
How much to be a primary sponsor and or associate sponsor. You have the team and driver. Thanks
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
In the tour, I'd say around $9000 per race for primary. Associate could be anything
@johnsendo8 ай бұрын
Do you have a marketing deck that I can show this to a company that asked for a proposal. Thanks, John
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
@@johnsendo I'm putting one together right now, but message me on Facebook or instagram and I will send you prices, analytics and whatever else you need
@NASCARfan8938 ай бұрын
SOMEONE HELP Doug to get SPONSORS so he will have some SPONSORS ON BOARD FOR 2024 ANYONE FOR CARS ON TOUR 2024 SEASON
@derrickbarnhill84428 ай бұрын
Keep your head up Mr. Air, I will gladly buy a Martinville extra-large t-shirt. Put them up on the website. If I were a son of a billionaire, you would get my sponsorship. Love the content...your love of racing and the spotter who does not give a FUCK....anyhow, you will find someone to put their logo on the car....keep fighting and making content to Market a sponsor,,,,you have got to keep marketing. Have you talked to Royal Farms or WAWA....they need to be in the sport...how about Buc'ees.....with Jr. promoting the sport, hell the sky the limit. How about Car Max.....you got this...just Market.
@user-zt5rg6rz7z8 ай бұрын
New management...go back to that track for sure
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Yeah its a great facility. I want to
@wriggs8888 ай бұрын
You should be one of the hottest guys to sponsor to be honest. You and Landon. I can't see someone getting more of a return off their investment sponsoring someone else who doesn't have the fan base you have.
@danielclayton44898 ай бұрын
Take a shot and reach out to JRM play Kevin Harvick yes their owners of the series but at the same time they have cars in the series as well I'm pretty sure that they know who you are and the fan base that you have
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
They want way too much. Never talked to KHI, but back in the day JRM was more than what I pay now. I can't imagine what it would be today
@danielclayton44898 ай бұрын
Been out of the short track scene for quite a while wasn't a driver but was on the mechanic side of things with your following I'm sure you'll have a ride and or a sponsor for 2024
@phillipvennemann5038 ай бұрын
I well put my KZfaq channel on our car
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Hell yeah man
@benallen21968 ай бұрын
Run the race you have no guarantees and the people who did you wrong are gone. Give the new management a chance.
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thats exactly what I'm thinking
@ŠuperBeans238 ай бұрын
Yes 100% run at race
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Almost positive we are
@btmnation71008 ай бұрын
Doug. I need help for KZfaq for my lugnut page
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
What do you need help with?
@btmnation71008 ай бұрын
Chris is good ppl. U need to go back to carteret. We need Doug and chase back. Fucccckkkkk yaaaa
@bustedknucklepulling18268 ай бұрын
I thought your sponsor was your family's business?
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
The family business and I split it 50/50. It was agreed at the beginning of the year that they wouldn't be a part of it next year. I had a sponsor in place up until recently
@bustedknucklepulling18267 ай бұрын
Gotcha you might have to sweet talk a little to em!
@s.w.e.racing37047 ай бұрын
? Can you make it on 20k a year? If the answer is yes and you have 40k subscribers. The next question is who can afford to put 50 cents in? No one. Do a subscribers sponsorship for 50 cents from each subscriber that's 20k bro. Some may even do $1 just saying. I'm poor and have been digging for 19 years. You got this
@dougcorcoran54558 ай бұрын
I love racing but the expence and need for sponsors sucks. I hope something good works out for you.
@KathyPhillips-mw3bd8 ай бұрын
😂😂 that we're you belong on the couch
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment
@tmac848 ай бұрын
proud of ya dawg. i believe in you. run next week so you know you have another race 100% either way. go win it and prove you deserve the sponsors 🫡
@AirDoug8 ай бұрын
Thanks brother. We'll go get it done
@tmac848 ай бұрын
@@AirDoug you damn right, keep your head up💪🏻
@KustryRuntz7 ай бұрын
Dude all ya gotta do is put Trump 2024 on car you golden.
@user-lx3se5bg5q8 ай бұрын
this is whats wrong with racing today to many entitled PUNKS