Will be there - always part of the events back in the midwest, the Chicago Superbowl NMRA vs NMCA event is massive and the highlight of the summer!!!
I also have the same thought/worry about car turnout and have been trying to talk about the event on boards, facebook and get togethers for the last few months. Lots of initial interest but I think there needs to be more of a push to get the word out there! Just not sure who could/should be doing that (Tracks, Shops, Clubs, NMCA, local media...)???
There are a lot of classes for the local guys to get in no matter what you run or ET BUT the big draw for spectators and fans alike are the BigDog low ET cars - really need to get the word out and get those guys on board. Besides fun and exposure - there is some big $'s to be had :)
This event NEEDS to be a big deal - tons of fun plus good coverage in the mags and something for the locals to get competitive about!