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Because of the inherent danger in drag racing motorcycles, along with spending a large amount of money, does it qualify as a sport or a sin? I’m just curious, as ridiculous as it sounds. I’ve always wanted to buy a drag bike and now it’s looking like it could become a reality within a year or so.
 
I think it would be considered a sport if it’s fun and all that. But if you get greedy or go overboard in some other way, then it would be wrong. Would you be taking money away from the bills that need to be paid? Do you cut back on things like groceries? Forget to pay the rent/mortgage?
 
along with what Christy Beth said there is nothing wrong if it is done on the track,i have kinda struggled with this issue too as i have a hobby car that is a street/strip machine.so as long as it remains a "hobby"or becomes your source of income and you truly enjoy the sport for the sport,not to become egotistical(somewhat hard)no problems,go for it.
 
Not condemning racing per se, but this is from the Catechism:
2290 The virtue of temperance disposes us to avoid every kind of excess: the abuse of food, alcohol, tobacco, or medicine. Those incur grave guilt who, by drunkenness or a love of speed, endanger their own and others’ safety on the road, at sea, or in the air.
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One could argue that racing is inherently dangerous, but one could also argue that racers who are well trained, practiced, and equipped minimize the risk to themselves and others. I’m not sure where I fall on that spectrum…food for thought, I suppose…

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Dante
 
DanteAlighieri said:
Not condemning racing per se, but this is from the Catechism:

One could argue that racing is inherently dangerous, but one could also argue that racers who are well trained, practiced, and equipped minimize the risk to themselves and others. I’m not sure where I fall on that spectrum…food for thought, I suppose…

Peace,
Dante
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the quote from the catichism is what kinda gave me trouble,in that drag racing is a “love” of speed/accelleration.it gets the blood moving that’s for sure.
 
I would consider personal participation in drag racing to be a waste of resources that could be put to better use. But that’s just me. Many people would think the same of me, having spent $1000 for my last bicycle (seven years ago).

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Drag racing is certainly a love of speed, but I don’t think you are endangering others by racing on a closed track where everyone is prepared/trained for it.
 
I suppose my argument against the citation of 2290 in this case would be the lack of a phrase such as “at a track” or “even under supervised and controlled conditions”. And a parallel situation would be drunkeness, in the sense that you’re not supposed to get hammered, but enjoying what a few beers or a couple of glasses of wine has to offer in moderation, i.e. not every day, is not a sin. As long as the case isn’t clear cut gluttony and your focus in life is God rather than speed and victory, then I fail to see how 2290 really applies.
 
caseyjonas86 said:
Because of the inherent danger in drag racing motorcycles, along with spending a large amount of money, does it qualify as a sport or a sin? I’m just curious, as ridiculous as it sounds. I’ve always wanted to buy a drag bike and now it’s looking like it could become a reality within a year or so.
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I would draw the line between it being dangerous and wreckless endangerment. Many sports deal with dangerous aspects but are done in way that takes aggressive safety precautions. I see a sanctioned street event as being ok but not an unsanctioned street race where safety takes a back seat.
 
Just with the cost of gasoline…and I know bikes get more bang for the buck…but when you race, you must burn more fuel…this could get very expensive. As long as you don’t neglect your other duties to family…like food on the table, shelter etc to pursue this hobby…I would pray on it. However, don’t gamble with your money or your life it you must make a choice.
 
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