Double entering big money races has been going on a long time. It’s just only gotten more popular, as has bracket racing in general. I’m half John’s age but still been involved in the sport since I was a kid. I’m shocked at how many people my age and younger still join the sport every year. And since big money bracket racing started booming, double entry became the way to the winner circle. With alcohol fed engines, high amp alternators, tranny coolers, etc, you can push a car pretty far as long as your wallet can handle it and your body can handle hustling like that all the time. I usually save double entering for the fall Halloween race or an early spring race when it’s much cooler out. Just personal preference. I try to keep racing program to points races at local track or an out of town track (3-4 hours) that pays good on a points day. You can’t double in one class, only if you’re running one entry in box and one in no box.
I like your plan John. I know this season is different for me with the baby and a broken car, but next year I know my plan. Local races and mopar races.