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« on: March 08, 2012, 05:41:16 PM » |
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I need some help promoting spectators for the March event. Jessica wrote this up and ask me to get it out to all the forums. I everyone could slap it up on any forums that they are members of, that would help a lot. Calling on all Motorsports Enthusiasts to come join us at The Famous Texas Mile in Beeville, TX! March 23-25, 2012 at Chase Field Industrial Complex Spectator Tickets are $15 for all three days Children 12 and under are Admitted FREE! (Tickets available at the gate ONLY, and we don’t sell out) If you love motorsports, outdoor festivals, or if you just love having a good time than this event is where you should be. The Texas Mile event is loved by the young the old and everyone in between. Participants come from all edges of the United States, Canada, and Mexico to test themselves and their motorized equipment on the fastest and most challenging 1-Mile track in the WORLD! They achieve their top speed in 1-Mile and shut down in a ½ mile. Onsite concessions and vendors for all to enjoy, so pen us in your calendar, pack your sunscreen, grab your lawn chair, load up your golf cart, gather up the kids and head out to The Texas Mile for the most fun you’ll have all year. For more information check out our website: http://www.texasmile.net/spectatorinformation.phpBecome a fan on facebook: www.facebook.com/TheTexasMileFollow us on Twitter: @TheTexasMile |
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« Reply #1 on: March 16, 2012, 06:42:46 PM » |
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Who is coming? Are you ready? Are you close?
We are close. All new bike, Brenda Sue is riding.
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« Reply #2 on: March 19, 2012, 12:08:24 PM » |
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We will make our 1st trip to Texas with the ZX-6. Hard to believe, but we are ready. We will leave North Carolina tomorrow. Looking forward to a run down the texas mile.
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« Reply #3 on: March 19, 2012, 12:12:03 PM » |
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Drive safely on the trip and go fast ... Joe
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sabat
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« Reply #4 on: March 23, 2012, 02:29:29 PM » |
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A few second-hand reports from the Texas Mile today. Thanks to Tom Gates.
Jen Robertson went 230 on her stage 1 turbo Busa, a personal best.
Karl Gunter went 224 on his normally aspirated Busa, a personal best. The fastest normally aspirated standing mile record is 227, set by Mark Deluca of Team Forstall, and Karl is nipping at their heels.
I don't have any details, but Billy Shoemaker (current track record holder at 255) got off the bike a little too early, but is generally OK with a couple broken ribs. I am sorry to post such nonspecific info, but I thought it was better to mention it at least. I hope Billy recovers quickly.
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« Reply #5 on: March 23, 2012, 04:46:09 PM » |
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Sabet, thanks for the updates, keep us posted.
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« Reply #6 on: March 23, 2012, 06:50:16 PM » |
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No trouble Glen. The weather looks good for tomorrow, so hopefully there will be lots more.
Fred Vance made a shakedown pass on a newly-built normally aspirated Busa, and went 209. I think that Brenda will get her shot tomorrow. Fred has hopes for her to get a red hat this summer if all goes well.
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« Reply #7 on: March 23, 2012, 08:33:24 PM » |
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Me too.
Be safe, go fast Texas racers
DW
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« Reply #8 on: March 24, 2012, 06:30:07 PM » |
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Karl G. went down today...he is also hospitalized..dont have details...
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sabat
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« Reply #9 on: March 24, 2012, 06:36:08 PM » |
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I don't have much else, but I know he is in ICU, intubated, stable, not in surgery. He was conscious with the EMTs.
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« Reply #10 on: March 24, 2012, 06:39:27 PM » |
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Greg Neal posted on facebook that Karl went down after a 231 mph run ... said he is conscious and recognizes people. Airlifted to Corpus Christi ...
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« Reply #11 on: March 24, 2012, 06:41:29 PM » |
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posted on Team Fat Acura on facebook '''
"Helena & jessie are with him. Lungs & heart good, conscious & cognizant, not wanting visitors, broken right collar bone & elbow, broken left knee, extensive bruising and abrasions, back & legs still to be evaluated. Being transferred from sedation to pain meds."
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« Reply #12 on: March 24, 2012, 06:44:20 PM » |
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Our prayers are with him and his recovery. Serious injuries for sure. Hope rest of the week end is safe.
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« Reply #13 on: March 24, 2012, 06:54:51 PM » |
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Joe I know if was a very hard fall. Fded talked to a witness tbat said the rear wasbed under breaking and the bike slid out a.d away from Karl. He tokk a tumble then slid. He was alert and responsive when the helo took him. The helo crew came back to the grack and said we was stable during the flight. His bike wasnt that bad. Just slid. The left side of his leathers had burn through. J wish I knew more. Concern is high with me Joe. I tbink Bill was at the hoslital with Billy, so the feeling at the track from phone calls was positive.
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sabat
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« Reply #14 on: March 24, 2012, 07:27:12 PM » |
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Thanks for info Joe.
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