Behind the Bricks

Indy 500 Security

On Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge Race Day, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway becomes a large city in and of itself. That means security is of the utmost importance. On this episode of Behind the Bricks, Michael Kaltenmark learns about some of the measures, like robo-dogs, drone detection and air quality, that IMS utilizes to keep the largest single-day sporting event on the planet safe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Golf Course Updates

Brickyard Crossing is OPEN and ready to show off some new changes in 2026! This episode of Behind the Bricks takes a deep dive into the updates and renovations that have taken place to Brickyard Crossing over the offseason, including renovating an entire tee and reconstructing nearly 30 bunkers, as it prepares to open for the season! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

IMS Origin Stories

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Turn 2 Repave Project - Crushed Stone and Tar

No living person has seen the actual original surface of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which was composed of crushed stone and tar. That is, until now. On this episode of Behind the Bricks, Doug Boles finds the track surface that was paved over in the fall of 1909, creating a powerful and overwhelming moment for everyone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Turn 2 Repave Project: Brick Excavation

It's been almost 90 years since the brick racing surface at Indianapolis Motor Speedway has seen the light of day in Turn 2. On this episode of Behind the Bricks, Doug Boles removes the first brick from the racing surface during a September repave project.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].