Formula 1 American Grand Prix VLOG

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
  • This is a vlog of my trip to my first ever live Formula 1 race....the American Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. It was incredible to be there in the crowd watching the race live. This was a dream trip for me.
    Whoooooooo Buddy)))))
    Shug

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  • @KimberlyGreen
    @KimberlyGreen Před 2 lety +56

    I'm just here for the childlike joy in Shug. Car racing isn't my jam, but any Shug video is a good video.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +6

      You are sweet to say and do that.

  • @NikoPaulanneMySelf
    @NikoPaulanneMySelf Před 2 lety +24

    I'm happy for you Shug that you got to make a dream come true!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +4

      It was worth doing and being in that crowd. Normally I abhor big crowds but these were my people~

  • @kenthicks8605
    @kenthicks8605 Před 2 lety +27

    Hickery here . Hadn't watched this video yet but I started getting text & Instagram messages with concerns of Positive Covid test I received a day before I was going down to Charlotte and fly to Texas with Turk. It was a quick test,known for flaws but I had my 2 best friends and a lot of others to keeps safe. Got another test later,was negative,had no real symptoms except my body is 63 years young! Thanks for any concerns, see yall at Yates !! We are Yates !!!!!! Hickery aka the mk

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah hey malley mallet tiff taff tay~~

    • @ola_bandola
      @ola_bandola Před 2 lety +1

      Glad to hear that Mr Hickery:) all hail The maple king 🤴

    • @mat-ventures
      @mat-ventures Před 2 lety

      Glad to hear your are fine, Maple King!

    • @Starscreamlive
      @Starscreamlive Před 2 lety

      What weekend in November is the Yates hang?
      Glad you are doing ok, Hickery!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      @@Starscreamlive This coming weekend.

  • @CanoehoundAdventures
    @CanoehoundAdventures Před 2 lety +1

    Shug... you looked like a kid in a Candy store. So happy you got out to a live race...way to Keep the Adventures Alive!!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      This was even better than Coffee Crisps~~!!!

  • @thegrayfox9425
    @thegrayfox9425 Před 2 lety +8

    So happy you got to see the race in person. Sounds thrilling to be planning future trips. Think about Road America next year. It's a beautiful track with lots of good places to get up close to the action. I drove formula fords there many a long year ago.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Need to go someday....pretty close to home.

  • @decaf4me2
    @decaf4me2 Před 2 lety +5

    THANK YOU for sharing that video! I was thinking of you during the race on Sunday, hoping you were there. So sorry to hear Hickory couldn't make it. I hope he recovers quickly and you see each other soon. Between your enthusiasm and Netflix, I count myself a Formula 1 fan! Cheers!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +3

      He is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.

  • @C0BALTWARRI0R19
    @C0BALTWARRI0R19 Před 2 lety

    I'm more of a NASCAR guy, but the fact that Shug enjoys any motorsports at all brings me joy, and seeing him get to enjoy this is awesome.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Grew up going to Charlotte Motor Speedway from time to time. Coo Coo Marlin was the guy I pulled for. Liked his name. I'll be at the Grand Prix again this October. Pumped!

  • @MrWinger1951
    @MrWinger1951 Před 2 lety +7

    Thats great you were able to attend the GP! I didn't realize you were a F1 fan. I attended the F1 races at Indy until they stopped using that venue. Have been going to the Indy 500 the last ten years, well at least up until the Covid threw a wrench in that, but am going back in 2022. You would enjoy the Indy 500 I think.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Hope to attend someday. Whoooooo Buddy))))

  • @pacificbob24
    @pacificbob24 Před 2 lety

    I'm from the west coast of Canada and this is the first time I've watched your channel and I'm glad I did. I'm 74 and saw the first F1 race held in Canada, the 1967 Canadian GP At Mosport. Jim Clark was on pole in his Lotus; Jack Brabham won. It was a dream come true. I had to wait a long time to see my second race, 2014 at Montreal. Daniel Riccardo won for Red Bull; Nico Rosberg on Pole for Mercedes. Imagine that, a lifelong F1 Fan and I've only been to two races. Thanks for posting this. What surprises me is how excited and knowledgable American fans are about F1. I thought they didn't care. Now I want to make the trip south and be at COTA next year. Maybe I'll see you there.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Love that Jack Brabham! Builder as well. I put my deposit down on next years race already~

  • @wadepatton2433
    @wadepatton2433 Před 2 lety

    Back in the late 80's I think, there was no American F1 race, but there was on in Montreal. So we drove up there from TN. It was a great time. The pneumatic-valved petrol engines were a joy to hear in person. Thanks for the flashback.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh yes....that sound. I watch a lot of archive races. Bet the Canadian Race will be packed this coming year as it has beed cancelled in 2020 and 2021~~

  • @gs_weiss
    @gs_weiss Před 2 lety +1

    Love it. When I was in high school my friend and I used to go to Road America for the vintage races. Our first time there we were sitting at the top of the hill looking over the hurry downs section. From that spot the trees blocked the view of the long straight into turn 5(?) but you could hear it. The sprint we were watching from that spot was an open wheel class from around the late 70's or so and later. Most cars were of the earlier era. The pace lap started and all the cars went by. Then the announcer on the PA said one more entry was starting from pit lane and a moment later we could hear behind the trees this high pitched EEEEEEEEEEEeeeeeeeeeeee SCREAM of an engine. My friend and I just turned and stared at each other. The only thing we saw in the pits that could make a sound like that was a 90's (relatively current era at the time) Ferrari F1 car we thought was just on display. It was in first place by the end of the first lap and an experience I'll never forget. Those cars are on another level and you have to experience it to truly understand it.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Those old engines did whine....nothing like that sound~~!

  • @richardmarquardt6246
    @richardmarquardt6246 Před 2 lety +2

    Glad you got to see the race in person. I watched my man Max win at home on TV. I did see one F1 race live many years ago at Watkins Glen with Jimmy Clark. Nothing like seeing them live. I actually took my VW beetle out on the course a few weeks after the race. Nobody there but me and and the Jag I was getting in the way of. LOL. Take it easy.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      You got to see Jim Clark.....too cool!

  • @User77384a
    @User77384a Před 2 lety +3

    Max's win had me on my head with excitement!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +2

      I'll bet. He had a huge contigent of fans there for sure. What a drive he drove. Super good!

  • @user-oe7jh1ee4o
    @user-oe7jh1ee4o Před 2 lety +3

    I'm so happy to see you having an amazing time.. thanks for all that you do for us and fans of you !!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Been a long time I've had that kind of thrill. Appreciate you watching my fun.

  • @garykellogg2758
    @garykellogg2758 Před 2 lety +3

    The good ol "my covid test was positive" excuse. I can't wait to use that on a future family outing.

  • @marylandflyer
    @marylandflyer Před 2 lety +1

    You did it Shug! All that planning and preparation, long drive, hotels and spending time with friends. There is NOTHING like be AT the track to see it live. Thank you for the encouragement to get out and do things and see events live. Sad that Hickory got sick and couldn't join you guys. Thanks for what you do.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere. Such a time there!

  • @spencerw3994
    @spencerw3994 Před 2 lety +2

    Glad you got to make it out. My brother and I were camped out at turn 11 as well. Just a little bit deeper into the corner so we could see the monitor. Great spot to watch!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Spencer! Aerial clued me in this was you. So no Julia? We were so close to each other. Was this your first F1 race? Aerial told me you were very into it. Wish we both had known that 4th of July~~!

    • @spencerw3994
      @spencerw3994 Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery Yes, this was our first race! My brother and I have been watching since we were little, but this was the first chance we had to go see a gp in person. And no, no Julia. She couldn't be convinced to go

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      @@spencerw3994 Got my deposit in for next year.....Grandstand or bleachers! Can't wait.

  • @thomtompkins9696
    @thomtompkins9696 Před 2 lety

    So fantastic Shug!!! I've been to several F1 in Indy and we always had an unbelievable time. Thanks for sharing your trip, we appreciate it so much !!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Fun events for sure. I got my tix for the Grand Prix in Austin in October. Turn 12 Grandstand!!!!

  • @JeremyWalla
    @JeremyWalla Před 2 lety +2

    Hell of a good time Shug. It is great to be in a spot and be able to enjoy your hard work, friends, and time. Life is a journey enjoy! Tell the Maple King to get to doing better.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.

  • @dshrauger
    @dshrauger Před 2 lety +2

    Went to COTA over the weekend to my first F1 race with my brother-in-law. We were in some of the same areas and might have walked past you. It was a great time and so glad I went.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I had sweat in my eyes. Man it was hot when that sun was baring down!

  • @word67
    @word67 Před 2 lety

    Terrific! This just came into my feed. I'm American and have a few years on you and am a lifelong F1 fan. How could I not enjoy this video. I live in New Hampshire and my "home" race is Montreal. Been to quite a few beginning in the late seventies. As you know the Canadian GP has been cancelled twice. It was so great to see you walk through the gate and catch Lando and Daniel in the pits. And man were you rewarded, That was a worthy race under any circumstance. So glad you had fun and thanks for sharing the experience.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Lucky getting to see Lando and Daniel by pure luck. I was giddy~~

  • @JoeOutdoors
    @JoeOutdoors Před 2 lety +1

    "And now for something completely different" - Monty Python.
    I have an idea of what I was like when I went to my first 500.
    TOTALLY COOL!!!!!

  • @ssiewnad
    @ssiewnad Před 2 lety

    Wonderful..... thanks for taking us along!

  • @codernovus
    @codernovus Před 2 lety +2

    I was there! We were in the main grandstand three rows up from P4 and the Alpha Romeo and Haas paddocks). My first f1 race. When I saw you at turn 1, i was hoping you had video of Riccardo's donuts in the dale earnhardt car. Thoroughly enjoyable weekend at the track, and in Austin.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I so want to sit there!!! Did you feel it was worth it? Ricardo did spins down at turn 11 too but I missed filming it.

  • @gomeri
    @gomeri Před 2 lety +1

    Weird to see Shug so excited about something that isn't hammock camping or control line plane flying but I sure love to see it! :D

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +2

      I need new things to make me appreciate the old things~

  • @wd1334
    @wd1334 Před 2 lety

    Good to see you enjoying yourself so much Shug. Everyone ought to chase their passion.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      For sure. Everyone oughtta~~~

  • @timothydufault3861
    @timothydufault3861 Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome time @ COTA! Speedy recovery to Hickory. I’ve been up to Montreal twice, hard circuit to walk around and get a good view. COTA is such a great circuit for both drivers and fans! Woo Buddy! Team Papaya!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Thinking about going but I'll bet Canadians will double down on that race since it has been 2 years cancelled! We'll see.....

  • @joesneon
    @joesneon Před 2 lety +1

    We LOVE ANY content you put up!!! WHOOOO BUDDY!!!

  • @bucky716
    @bucky716 Před 2 lety

    Many of us enjoy that solitude and quiet of the forest but whoooooo buddy the energy of a crowd like that is also exhilerating! Could feel the energy in your video. Go team McLaren and Ricciardo who's a Buffalo Bills fan!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      It is the Yin to that Yang. Normally abhor crowds but this crowd were my people!!! But woods are for quiet and solo or just a couple of friends.

  • @TraceyAllen
    @TraceyAllen Před 2 lety +1

    Glad you all had a good time. Speedy and complete recovery to the Maple King. I did the Angleworm trail with a buddy. Really opens up the possibilities of the Boundary Waters for other than canoeing. What a great trail, not at all what I expected.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.
      Good walking up there but canoes are drawing me now.

    • @TraceyAllen
      @TraceyAllen Před 2 lety

      My buddy is a canoer , but he was looking really hard at the Keckekabic trail guide at the out fitters in Ely. I’m just glad we have the Boundary Waters to enjoy.

  • @jdsmith8135
    @jdsmith8135 Před 2 lety

    Found Formula 1 via Drive to Survive on Netflix during lockdown and have been a fringe fan ever since. Your excitement on it is contagious and thanks for sharing it. 👍

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Many at the race said that show got them in. I've watched them all a couple times. A happy spot for me.

  • @ajkylen
    @ajkylen Před 2 lety

    Congratulations on your adventure and thank you for sharing I’m a big fan of formula 1 racing and the history thank you again for sharing once again cheers

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I too love watching F1 videos from the 1970s and later. Pit crews in shorts and shirtless!!!!

  • @benjaminbeksel719
    @benjaminbeksel719 Před 2 lety

    Great video Shug, I was fortunate enough to be involved in Indy Car and NHRA drag racing in my career. You are 100% right, the televised experience while different and having its advantages, are no match for the in person sights and sounds!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      It will feel dull watching Mexican GP from couch in the upcoming week...for sure.

  • @hughdfukairs1768
    @hughdfukairs1768 Před 2 lety

    WOOO BUD-DAY! WHATTA RACE! glued to the TV watching it . . . I'm sorry for hating those who were there. 😝

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I understand your hate....haaaa. I usually feel that way on Sundays watching. Still buzzing and wired from it.

  • @padude131
    @padude131 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for putting this video together! I only watched a little bit of the race Sunday but the first thing I thought of was you possibly being there because of your live for Formula1. Yoh definitely didn't disappoint. I'm so happy that you got to go! Whoo buddy!!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Glad you enjoyed my take on it. What a time!

  • @abitofthisabitofthatwithda5379

    SHUG!!! Glad you got to make a dream come true!! Keep us posted on the maple king! ALL HAIL THE MAPLE KING!! GET WELL SOON HICKORY!!!

  • @FansyTheFamous
    @FansyTheFamous Před 2 lety

    Cool trip Shug - happy you got to experience it! Hope the Maple King has a quick recovery!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Thankee. Still buzzing. Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.

  • @jrreed6992
    @jrreed6992 Před 2 lety

    I hear ya Shug, went to the Daytona 500 a few years back. Can't even describe how fast those cars were and the sound was incredible.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Ya' gotta be there to hear there.

  • @jakevhoek
    @jakevhoek Před 2 lety

    The 2021 USGP was my first race in-person as well. Also woke up around 4:30 on Sunday morning to get my seat at Turn 1 and me and my high school buddies didn't move for 9 HOURS! Thank you for sharing your experience! My experiences that weekend were very similar to yours!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Dedication the the seat! We watched FP1 from there Friday. Will be in Turn 12 Grandstand this year. So looking forward. You going again?

  • @KevinOutdoors
    @KevinOutdoors Před 2 lety

    So incredibly fast! Thanks for sharing.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Oh...more-so than I thought they may be~

  • @daniellepatenaude3016
    @daniellepatenaude3016 Před 2 lety

    100% here for the hammocking/backpacking, but you're just so dang excited I couldn't not watch the video. Plus, start a Shug's cooking playlist? Well enjoy that content too.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh I've had that playlist for a while......czcams.com/play/PL27A412931121C97E.html

  • @annemitchell4822
    @annemitchell4822 Před 2 lety +3

    Aw man, I'm sorry to hear about hickory. I hope he recovers quickly! Oh, and I just visited your old stopping grounds. Went to Charlotte, and went to Carowinds. Thought about going over to Linville Gorge after seeing your videos from there, but didn't have time :(

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +2

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere. I used to bring my dates to Carowinds because I love the rides!

  • @TheTed169
    @TheTed169 Před 2 lety

    Pretty cool Shug. Will definitely be on my bucket list to go and watch. CHEERS!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      You oughta someday. I'm still tingling!

  • @RallohE
    @RallohE Před 2 lety

    HOT DANG SHUGROW! That was amazing! Sorry to hear about Hickery but so wonderful to see how excited you were just being in the middle of it all!!!!
    AND a preview of the weekend to come!!!!!! Look forward to that Halloween display video! So wind down from all the excitement pal and rest up the “hants , boogers and YES candy” to come!!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere. He ain't a ghost yet!
      Frankenstien this year. Always wanted to be green. Hope your peachy.

  • @1RiverWalker
    @1RiverWalker Před 2 lety

    Shug, hello from the land of bbq, sweet tea & ACC basketball! I married a West Meck grad class of 1979. Looked like a great day for racing! 🇺🇸🏎

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      and livermush, cornbread, country ham and 'naner pudding!!!! Bet that gal can country cook~~

  • @markgrudzinski914
    @markgrudzinski914 Před 2 lety

    I was lucky enough to see all the F1 races back when they were at Indianapolis during the Schumacher era. Lots of fun! Glad you got to experience it.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Consider youself blessed to see those races!!!!!

    • @markgrudzinski914
      @markgrudzinski914 Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery they were a sight to see! Schumacher won most of them, of course. I'll also never forget the vendor who sold schnitzel sandwiches... and the schnitzel was pounded so big and flat that it was the size of your head.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      @@markgrudzinski914 Good eatin'....

  • @maxgodfrey4985
    @maxgodfrey4985 Před rokem +1

    I was there last year too! I think I want to sit at the esses this year. I was at turn 1 last year. It was cool to watch the start, but I want to see the cars rip going 150+ through those s curves. I’m leaving on Thursday too, so maybe I’ll see if they have the track open. I’m in Dallas so my hotel is about 2 and a half away.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před rokem

      Turn 12 grandstands for me this year. Excited. We will see if Thursday works the same this year. Hope so. Leaving to drive down Tuesday

  • @garydavis9324
    @garydavis9324 Před 2 lety

    Shug.. Your travels are the best. You brighten the day and bring smiles wherever you go. Thankyou my friend!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Glad you like them! Whoooooo Buddy))))

  • @SpiguyverBackpacking1
    @SpiguyverBackpacking1 Před 2 lety

    We share so many things in common Shug! Very many similar interests and likes - Hammocks, Backpacking, Cars, F1, James Hoffman and coffee! Great stuff, so happy you got the opportunity to make this happen, too bad Hickory couldn't make it, damn the COVID!

    • @SpiguyverBackpacking1
      @SpiguyverBackpacking1 Před 2 lety

      BTW, I'm in OKC, next time you're in the area hit me up, even if it's just for a good cup of coffee on the way through!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Righto we do~~! Amazing time. Hickery is on the up and up. About over his quarantine.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I will for sure......maybe next year if I can get tix again!

  • @GNSmiley
    @GNSmiley Před 2 lety +1

    So pumped for you getting to do this!! I did a similar trip solo to the USGP a few years ago. I tent camped at a nearby state park, got there before the gates opened each day like y’all did. Hammock camping, F1 and now I heard you name dropped James Hoffman, if we ever meet, we will not run out of things to talk about!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Fun getting there before the crowds get there. So quiet and then it just magically fills in around you!

  • @SignalOutdoors
    @SignalOutdoors Před 2 lety

    I'm not into F1.. but man it was fun watching you talk about something you're passionate about! Take care Shug.

  • @AnnieOakley379
    @AnnieOakley379 Před 2 lety +1

    So awesome, Shug! Whoooooooo buddy!

  • @rebeccasilveous8898
    @rebeccasilveous8898 Před 2 lety

    It is an adventure for sure. Even with all that driving, it's a dream of a life time. So sorry your dear life long friend had to miss it. You're so fun to watch no matter what kind of video you make. It's always a delight!
    Thank you Shug for your experiences!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      It was very worth the drive. My first real long trip since the World Turned! Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere. He lives.

  • @ryanwatkins7924
    @ryanwatkins7924 Před 2 lety

    I got really, really hacked last year. I lost basically every Google thing I had, including CZcams. I had to start fresh. New accounts for everything. I've been slowly remembering what I liked to watch, and man, I can't tell you how much I missed your channel. I'm back. Old face anew. Thank god you still make videos. I really love your stuff! Excuse me. I've got some catching up to do.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Thankee for the good and fine words Ryan.

  • @yobentley7274
    @yobentley7274 Před 2 lety

    I went from Prost to Mansell to Schumacher. Many others of that era as well. Actually got to meet a few. Happy for you buddy. My routines were similar when I was a fanatic.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Mansell gives me moustache envy!!!!!

  • @harshIst
    @harshIst Před 2 lety +1

    That was an intense race. My heart was pumping hard in the final stages. Glad you got to experience it. The first lap fight between the McLarens and the Ferraris must have been incredibly special for you.
    I'm studying Vehicle Dynamics and just the thought of seeing such majestic cars in person gives me goosebumps.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I got to see that battle on the on F1TV back at the hotel. Could not see that battle from turn 11. But they were close everytime they came thru. Those cars are marvels.

  • @CampfireTalk
    @CampfireTalk Před 2 lety

    your stoke has me stoked!!
    I'm bad bad bad about stopping to smell the roses. Thankfully I've got people to remind me life is short.
    Good talk there at the end.
    Excited for Halloween right around the corner next. BOOO!

  • @davidberrecloth4841
    @davidberrecloth4841 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for bringing us along Shug👍,saw things I never did over here,that was a monster commute.It was the largest crowd so far this year more than Silverstone,F1 has landed USA great to see.Been to a few over the years myself and as you say you can’t see everything going on but the atmosphere makes up,could see you really enjoyed it.Mexico here we come..bring it on👌

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Yessir, the popularity has risen here. Folks were so excited to be there. My dream is to attend the British Grand Prix someday. High tea and Lord Montague's car museum as well.

    • @davidberrecloth4841
      @davidberrecloth4841 Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery I’m sure you will ,maybe check out the Goodwood revival,everyone dresses I’m old timey clothes and historical racecars through the ages race time trials.🏎

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      @@davidberrecloth4841 I've heard so many good things about Goodwood. T'anks. 🏁

  • @Chris.Holcomb
    @Chris.Holcomb Před 2 lety

    Love F1 racing! I was lucky enough to work behind the scenes doing photography for Indy racing at COTA... I had access to the garages, cars, pits, and shot from the inside of turn one! But F1 is a completely different story, I could only dream of getting that kind of access!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      INDY is very user friendly.....easy access. F1 is like getting backstage to the Oscars! Got my Grandstand tix at turn 12 this year.

  • @superstardeejay2468
    @superstardeejay2468 Před 2 lety

    From a veteran of F1, my first GP was in 1983, I love your enthusiasm and love of the sport. Next year see's great changes to the cars and great opportunities for all teams and drivers.
    If you have a way to do so, come to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, you will be able to join 100,000 others camping out for the weekend, and experience the love of motorsport we have here in the UK.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I really hope to attend the British Grand Prix someday. Visit the McLaren factory in Woking. Visit stately homes and have some high tea. Visit family there as well.

  • @rikidozan553
    @rikidozan553 Před 2 lety +1

    Was as much fun as watching you in a canoe. Hope, your friend Hickory is fine.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      This I just got to be a spectator with all the other 140,000 spectators! Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.

  • @mat-ventures
    @mat-ventures Před 2 lety

    Even when it's not about camping, Shug is interesting with all his anecdotes and adventures. Thankee Shug and really happy for you to have lived your dream. I had goosebumps all around even if I'm not a formula 1 enthousiast!

  • @Shanecoffeyoutdoors
    @Shanecoffeyoutdoors Před 2 lety

    I loved this video so much, mainly because you loved it so much. That was so cool.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Ready for next year!!! Will go again

  • @jerryg957
    @jerryg957 Před 2 lety

    Went to F1 race at Brand Hatch Circuit UK back in 1971 was excited to see Graham Hill race, unfortunately Jo Siffert crashed and died and the race was called after 15 laps. I've always wanted to watch a NACAR race at Talladega, you may have just given me the motivation to make it next year. Cheers Shug !

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      F1 was so dangerous in those days. I just love Graham Hill. Looked like an old movie star~~

  • @rechuckg
    @rechuckg Před 2 lety

    Shug, Been watching your channel for years. Every once in a while you give us a glimpse of your personality. I had no idea you were a F1 fan. I can absolutely understand your fascination with F1. I was at my 1st F1 in downtown Detroit 1984. There is no way that a video catches how awesome F1 cars and crowds are. Thanks for sharing your excitement!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      You do really need to be there!

  • @textilewolf
    @textilewolf Před 2 lety

    So happy you got to take that in. Loved the vlog.

  • @Brandon-Larocque
    @Brandon-Larocque Před 2 lety

    That’s awesome, Shug! It was my first Formula 1 Grand Prix too. We watched from Turn 15. What a race!!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Yessir! How did you like the action for that turn?
      Thinking turn 13 or 14 or 19 someday. Or main grandstand!

    • @Brandon-Larocque
      @Brandon-Larocque Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery OGM it was fantastic. They came in screaming from the back straight and we could see turns 12, 13, 14, 15 from our seats and then they bolted for the long curve toward 18. LOTs of overtaking attempts…a few successful ones. The Ricardo/Sainz battle was hot on that part of the track. For the last 10 laps we could gauge Hamilton’s gain on Max because we could see which turn Hamilton was in when Max finished turn 15. Just magic stuff. Glad you made it. Not sure about those parking lots though. That was just madness.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      @@Brandon-Larocque Thanks for that. That is a great area of the track from what we saw exploring Friday.

  • @edsherrod5216
    @edsherrod5216 Před 2 lety +1

    Great vLog Shug. I live just north of Dallas and I'm glad you had a good time in Texas. There are places that will train you and let you drive a formula one car for not too much money so maybe that is your next adventure? Glad to see this youtube video and look forward to your next control line video :)

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +2

      I still never have driven a farm tractor! haaaaa

  • @josha3049
    @josha3049 Před 2 lety

    Been to four GPs at COTA but unfortunately missed out on going this year. Watching this video, you really captured the same excitement I have when going. Glad you had enjoyed everything, hope to catch you in the crowd one year

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Four GPs....right good! Hoping to attend again but this time Grandstand or bleacher seats......

  • @thomassibalski958
    @thomassibalski958 Před 2 lety

    Man, you are pumped. It was a good time. got to go....thanks for the video

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I'm still pumped from it. May take a while to come down.

  • @markscott4881
    @markscott4881 Před 2 lety

    Glad you got to go Shug! I’m more of a Super Bike and Moto GP guy but nothing, absolutely nothing, beats being there and having the filings in your teeth loosened from the exhaust notes (never forget earplugs). I was at the first Moto GP in Laguna Seca ( my first) at the Corkscrew with my camera during practice runs. I had just turned off the camera to preserve the battery when Valentino Rossi ran off the track and through the inside gravel. He rode through, at speed, on that custom GP bike like it was nothing and I missed the shots that probably would have paid for my entire trip. Exciting times at any major race track and good on ya buddy.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Moto GP is a thrill and I do know who Rossi is. Want to go to Isle of Mann someday to see that race on those roads. Crazy!

    • @markscott4881
      @markscott4881 Před 2 lety

      Was there any way to get any sort of a pit pass? I got one at the Laguna Seca event and it was solid gold ( wouldn’t let us anywhere near the track garages though).

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      @@markscott4881 That cost some big money....maybe in the future I will. We were at the other end of the track from pits for main race. That would be so amazing though to do!

  • @willmartin1837
    @willmartin1837 Před 2 lety

    Nice Shug!!
    Checking in from Mecklenburg county NC
    South meck/ class 1977…
    Love ya man!!

  • @AllanBStudiesLogos
    @AllanBStudiesLogos Před 2 lety

    So happy for you, Shug. Getting to go to the F1 race in person. Great vlog and as an auto sports fan and the only F1 fan that I personally know of I greatly enjoy seeing your joy. Sadly work didn’t allow me to come to Austin from SC this year but I’ve already put in a leave notice for 2022 based on the F1 schedule and cannot wait to experience it in person as well. Thank you for sharing your passion with us and I hope you’re enjoying retirement and doing whatever they heck you wanna do! Greetings from the shores of the mighty Enoree River of upper Laurens/southern Spartanburg County SC. Be well sir!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Spent some good times in that Enoree river pretending to fish noodle while my cousins there really did.
      Got my deposit in for the 2022 Grand Prix. Grandstand seat! Possibly Bleacher but depends how fast they sell.
      Woodruff Wolverines~~~

  • @marshalljimduncan
    @marshalljimduncan Před 2 lety

    Loved this! Well done Shug. Hope all is well with The Maple King...

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Hickery is on the up and up. Even commented on here somewhere.

  • @speedypaul2314
    @speedypaul2314 Před 2 lety

    Hey Shug. Nothing like your first F1 race live. The speed just doesn't come across from the TV. Its a brilliant circuit with some great views. That meal you went for looked yum. Bet you got home quicker than you did going. America is really embracing F1 now. Its a great weekend. I love F1. Have done for years. Great atmosphere with the fans. Never done the hotel thing, I usually go camping with my tent around Europe. Maybe next time take your hammock :)

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Got my deposit down for next years race already!!! Got an Air B&B booked. Ed of day I want some A/C and a good shower~~~!!!
      F1 gives me such joy and sounds like you too.

  • @christopherbuckley94
    @christopherbuckley94 Před 2 lety

    That's something that I would like to see as well. A few years back, we went to the Cheyenne Rodeo. It's just one of those things that you should experience at least once.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      So fun to attend these once...maybe twice in a lifetime events.

  • @freerangetots9955
    @freerangetots9955 Před 2 lety

    Hammocks, camping, coffee, racing... I am growing up to be a Shug :) Glad to see how much fun you had. #teamCheco

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      All the fun stuff. Live to live~~

    • @freerangetots9955
      @freerangetots9955 Před 2 lety

      I hope our paths cross sometime so we can compare notes. I live in Charlotte BTW.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      @@freerangetots9955 I lived on the West Side in Coulwood. Sister still lives there.

    • @freerangetots9955
      @freerangetots9955 Před 2 lety

      Next time you are in town we can share a plate of good BBQ. Happy trails.

  • @jeepnwithdog
    @jeepnwithdog Před 2 lety

    what a great video. Thanks for making it. Im working on planning a trip myself. Its easy, just gotta throe some $ at it. Like everything else I guess. Once again I appreciate you making this and showing a true fan experience. Wooo buddy

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      So worth it. Austin is sold out already. I hope to go to Silverstone or Monza someday. Imola looks great as well.

  • @yobentley7274
    @yobentley7274 Před 2 lety

    Awesome Brother. Welcome to the Club. Gotta see Friday pratice..

  • @highwealdwoodsman
    @highwealdwoodsman Před 2 lety

    100% enjoyed that Shug. Thanks for sharing your trip with us, just great!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad to hear that....Whoooooo Buddy))))

  • @paulo1787
    @paulo1787 Před 2 lety

    Brilliant, am riding over to Spa next season from Wales…you’ve inspired me 🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😁

  • @BrianEhrler
    @BrianEhrler Před 2 lety

    Shug glad to see you ate at Southside ... that place is AWESOME. If you are ever over in Elgin or Bastrop get the dinosaur rib from Southside

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Those ribs were some of the best I've had. Austin was jamming. But I was there for race race race!

  • @blackbirdjon5167
    @blackbirdjon5167 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for this! I just found your channel. I'm from your original neck of the woods but a county north in Iredell. I'm a huge F1 fan and wish I could do a trip like this. VERY COOL!!!

  • @dstorm7752
    @dstorm7752 Před 2 lety

    Used to spend a week every year at the Grand Prix de Monaco, so good video

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      That is my dream race for the history and pomp. Was in Monaco once on a cruise but not at Grand Prix time.

  • @kublai7123
    @kublai7123 Před 2 lety +1

    Whooo buddy! Great to see you so excited and having a good time. I was at the Belgian GP in 2013 & 2014 when Danny Ric won. F1 live is such an experience.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      It truly is isn't it. Must have been fantastic!

    • @brianc1651
      @brianc1651 Před 2 lety

      So jealous. That's where I have to go one day.

  • @jamesrockford6700
    @jamesrockford6700 Před 2 lety

    God Bless Hickory for a fast and speedy recovery. I just spent 3 weeks in the hospital with my second bout with Covid....it is a nasty illness

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      He seems recovered. He was being cautious.

  • @markleblanc291
    @markleblanc291 Před 2 lety

    The anticipation of doing something you love is always part of the fun. You definitely get so much more from a live race, the sounds, smells and total excitement of everyone around you! Very cool video, seriously great to see you so excited!!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      A-N-T-I-C-I-P-A-T-I-O-N...........

  • @wanderingoutyonder
    @wanderingoutyonder Před 2 lety

    Super awesome to be able to do something like this on your list! Congrats!

  • @jasonthompson4136
    @jasonthompson4136 Před 2 lety

    What a great trip Thanks for sharing Buddy!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Ready for next year.....🏁

    • @jasonthompson4136
      @jasonthompson4136 Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery Said in my best Karl Childers voice - uummm yessir I hope the hicks' boy 'll make it there uummhuh!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      @@jasonthompson4136 Reckon he is well now. Time will tell.....

  • @londonbackpacker
    @londonbackpacker Před 2 lety

    Happy you got to see a F1 race, it's a wonderful experience. I've been a McLaren fan since seeing them and James Hunt at Brands Hatch in 1976. Living in the UK, I've been lucky to see a fair few. That first day anticipation at the track never leaves you. Hope you get to see a few more Grand Prix. 👍

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Someday I'll go to the British Grand Prix and would love to see the McLaren HQ in Woking!!! And high tea of course. Go Team Hesketh~~!!!

  • @stenewton5175
    @stenewton5175 Před 2 lety

    Well you Shug are pure tonic, after a stressful day at work you yet again have brought bloody big smile to my face in.. Yorkshire btw, top geezer you mate you're buzz for life is infectious X10, hats off to ya pal 🤛😉

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I love that! A tonic~~
      Someday I'd love to fly over for the Silverstone race. And go to McLaren Complex.

  • @ducatihottie999
    @ducatihottie999 Před 2 lety

    Super glad you went to a Formula one race Shug. Hopefully they re-pave for next season. Moto GP was sketchy as all get out!

  • @colinterry2222
    @colinterry2222 Před 2 lety

    Hey! I follow you for your camping content and just saw this video. Don't know if you remember, but wife and I ran into you at the hotel on Thursday night. Can't believe I didn't recognize you!
    We were at the race and per your recommendation went to the track Thursday night and had a blast! Don't know if you remember - but it's great to see you and to know you had a good time!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      I do! Colin and Kim. What a time. We have out ticket deposit down for next year already and hoping for Grandstand. Glad you went out there.

  • @Alex360Videos
    @Alex360Videos Před 2 lety

    awesome shuggy! glad you had a good time, awesome vid

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      Been a long time I've had that kind of thrill...

  • @vsrorrer
    @vsrorrer Před 2 lety

    Spirit of 76*…whoooooBuddy!!!Get well soon Hickory!!🍁🤴🏻

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh yes! I sooo miss the 1970s. Full hair and youth and blissfully unaware.

  • @travishayes8125
    @travishayes8125 Před 2 lety

    Glad you got to go Shug, very cool.

  • @FergsFunSpot
    @FergsFunSpot Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing this adventure. Like the blog…and the excitement!

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Still buzzing from the extravaganza.

  • @jeffmcconniel2838
    @jeffmcconniel2838 Před 2 lety

    I was there!!! What a fantastic weekend! We sat on the S-turns for qualifying, the Turn 11 (on the 10 side) for race day. Oh crap! I'm in your vid! Last lap, black shirt, papaya McLaren hat, black shirt, gesticulating top left. No kidding! Does that make me Shug-famous? Haha Bada$$.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      Yessir! Just watched Quali from Mexico..from couch. Still buzzing from Austin. Got my deposit down for next year already....Grandstand!

    • @jeffmcconniel2838
      @jeffmcconniel2838 Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery See ya next year at turn 11 then. Getting my popcorn ready for Mexico this afternoon.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety +1

      @@jeffmcconniel2838 Not as fun from the couch....me too.

  • @MoeWhiskey
    @MoeWhiskey Před 2 lety

    So happy for you Shug, Great video

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I'm still reeling from the trip~~!

  • @PerfDayToday
    @PerfDayToday Před 2 lety

    This is better than the Sky coverage! Great capture of DannyRic in the DE Sr. #3 Wrangler NASCAR! Congrats on your trip.

    • @shugemery
      @shugemery  Před 2 lety

      I missed filming him doing donuts at our turn 11. You could see his smile as he passed. Have you watched this? Some great footage of him driving the NASCAR....czcams.com/video/OKPrQd_ujIM/video.html

    • @PerfDayToday
      @PerfDayToday Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery have not seen that, thxs Shug! Excellent road trip w your buds!

    • @PerfDayToday
      @PerfDayToday Před 2 lety

      @@shugemery cool vid!!!