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Jan 6, 2009

Joe Herold's trailer which included his race car, back up car, two motors, all his tools, etc. burned to the ground last night outside of Albuquerque, New Mexico. What happened was the axle failed caught a tire on fire. It is my understanding the cab was saved.

At this time we are not sure of Herold's plans for the race. There are drivers/owners ready to offer support if needed.

Please feel free to leave your prayers and thoughts for Herold and his team.

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Gail & Pat Colbon / Canada
Joe, Barry & team, what devastating news! We all know how much dedication is involved in the making of a great team and then to have a tragedy like this happen, it has to hit hard. We had the opportunity to watch one of the races while visiting Cindy & Barry O'Brien (brother-in-law)in California. The race was incredibly exciting and we look forward to attending more races in the future. Best of luck with everything.
Fowler Motorsports
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS! GREG & I WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS! EVEN THOUGH YOU WERE NOT AT THE CNS RACE WE WERE ALL THINKING ABOUT YOU & YOUR TEAM! MISSED YA! GOD BLESS
Ed Baptista
Hey JOe, Sorry to hear about your fire, loss. It not right that a clean racer has this kind of trouble. Hang in there, the best to you from Seattle. . .
Dale Loeffler and family
To Joe, Barry and The Quality Racing Team: So sorry to hear about your loss. Our family has enjoyed watching you whenever it's broadcast here in Calgary, Alberta and our 5 and 6 year old boys are big fans (especially since their Uncle Barry is on your team). We thank God that no one was hurt and want to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope to see you back in the race real soon.
Rodd Kneeland
Joe sorry to hear about your equipment. Hope to see you soon at the track.
LaMoure
On behalf of the Nations Missing Children’s Organization & the Racing for the Missing program Appreciate Joe and his team for their dedication to our effort for their sacrifices and heart felt commitment to the safety of our children and the unity of the family. Especially happy that both Jack & Eric were safe… Thank You Joe anything we can do to assist don’t hesitate to call on us! Darrell & Shelley LaMoure
Rocky Nash old 88
Hey Joe so sorry to hear what happened,I saw your truck and trailer going down the freeway around murrieta and said to my self I really enjoyed racing with that guy, what a class act Joe again Iam so sorry keep in touch.
Bob Butcher - MROA Chaplain
Joe, Kathy and I are devestated to hear about this terrible loss. We can only imagine how you feel. We will pray that some miracle comes together for you and great equipment even better than you had becomes the outcome. Hang in there Joe and NEVER GIVE UP!!!
Farr Motorsports Photography
Joe are so sorry. if here is anything we can help you with in the way of photos let us know. Hope you are back soon. Best of luck.
Ron Zajicek/Ron's Rear Ends
Joe Herald & Quality Motorsports - Sorry to hear about the fire. Just want you to know we are here for you and whatever you may need. Hopefully you will come back even stronger! Ron & Wendy
Lance Baily CNS SS#29
This rain may help create a one day delay. You may be able to contact someone to rent? a car! Wish I could help
Darren Scriver aka Budah
Joe I am sorry for the loss that your team took thank god that the items can be replaced and nobody was injured. You are a quality racer and a quality team and I know you and your team will turn this misfortune into triumph.
spangler racing
joe your one of few clean racers on the tour i race side by side with you any day shame what happened, glad nobody was hurt, anything we can do let us know hope to see you soon.
Bonnie Hellings
So very sorry to hear about your loss. We send best wishes to all of you & will keep you in our prayers. Very happy to hear everyone is ok.
tommy mason
dude i hope that everythings going to be ok, im a irwindale speedway weekly visitor and i know how good u are and this dosent deserve to happen to you. Well if u can, we/ i would like to see u race the trucks soon. best of wishes
John Sereika
Joe I am very sorry to here about your loss an if I can help please feel free to ask I know it is not much but I will try my email add is jdj727@adelphia.net
Josh Roberts-Luckychance Motorsports
Joe- As a fellow racer/owner I send my prayers out to you and yours. I turely hope that you can get back to the track where you belong real soon. Good Luck on a speedy return.
Tim Schendel- Iron Eagle Racing
Real sorry to hear about your loss. We are all thinking about you and hope you are able to get something put together so you can race Saturday night. It's always a pleasure to race with you and I hope to see you. Take care.
McKean Racing Family
Joe and Team We were sorry to hear of the loss of all your racing equipment and cars. A tough break fro a good racing team.
scott lynch
Sorry to hear about what happened. Don't give up, your an awsome guy. LynchMob Motorsports
"Stormin' Norman" & Jenny Finger
To Joe & the team - We're so saddened (and still very shocked) by the news of your devastating loss this morning. Having been part of the team/family, it's hit us more than it normally would. Just knowing what hard team-work, determination & time that has been put into the team/cars over the past years, it's hard to think about it being gone. We wish you the best of luck in whatever route you choose to take after this. All our wishes, thoughts & prayers are out to you & the team. We hope to see you back in a car & racing real soon. All our love & support, Norm & Jenny
Nick
I'm sorry to hear about that. That is horrible. If you haven't found another car to run, you may want to consider contacting some of the local late model teams in Colorado as they run the same rules as the SWS. Just a thought and again, so sorry to hear about his.
Becky
Joe and quality racing team, I am so sorry for this loss. You guys are really great people and I always enjoy seeing you at the southwest races. I hope you guys will be back soon. I can only imagine how devastated you are.
Brian Burck/ThorGroup
This just makes me sick, our thoughts are with you. I am glad that everyone is ok.
JasonFensler
Joe- Sorry to hear about the loss. Hope you are able to get something together for CNS. As a tight racing community we stick together and help one another when it is needed. If there is anything I can do to help please get ahold of me. Best of luck during your rebuilding process.