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THE TEXAS MILE ANNOUNCES 2012 DATES
March 23-24 and October 26-28, 2012

THE TEXAS MILE AND BRM PARTNER TO RECOGNIZE
PARTICIPANTS AT THE WORLD RENOWNED SPEED FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 21-23, 2011

Press Release: Beeville, Texas, September 30, 2011
The Texas Mile and BRM watches are proud and delighted to announce the birth of a new and exciting partnership based on a common and unabated passion for the world of motorsports and high performance. The next event to be held by the Texas Mile will take place on October 21-23, 2011, at the Chase Field Industrial Complex, in Beeville, Texas, a new location replacing the Goliad Industrial Airpark in Goliad, Texas.

Set on an airfield providing plenty of room for top speeds and family entertainment, the Texas Mile was created in 2003 by the Matus’ to offer North American motorsports and grand touring enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy the full scale of their machines’ performances without risking a huge ticket on the freeway. This year again, on October 21-23, the world renowned event will feature a wide range of vehicles, from land speed racers to street legal automobiles and motorcycles, racing in the most dynamic, fun and contemporary environment.

To serve their passion for speed, outstanding sportsmanship and bold engineering, BRM and the Texas Mile share the same set of core values: a commitment to efficiency and excellence, camaraderie, and a solid infrastructure based on precision technology, experience and challenge. It was therefore only natural for the French luxury watch manufacturer and the Texas Mile to decide to join forces for all future events. To celebrate the spirit of racing and its new partnership with the Texas Mile, BRM will reward the new top speed record achiever for the Texas Mile course in Beeville, Texas with a unique edition V14-44 wristwatch featuring the Texas Mile logo. Like all BRM models, the V14-44 is a concentrate of modern technology made of titanium and superfine 18/8 stainless steel, as well as an ode to the greats of motor racing. BRM and the Texas Mile will also reward selected VIPs with gorgeous BRM key chains adorned with the event’s logo. All spectators will be given the opportunity to vote who should be recognized as some of the VIP’s.
Stay tuned for more announcements regarding the criteria for these coveted recognitions.

The Texas Mile is taking place on October 21-23, 2011 at the Chase Field Industrial Complex in Beeville, Texas. Come out and join in on the fun. Spectators and Vendors welcomed to the three days of the event.

Texas Mile at the Chase Field Industrial Complex, 2745 Byrd Street, Beeville TX, 78102
Directions to Chase Industrial Complex

The Texas Mile returns to Beeville this Fall.

Monday, May 30, 2011; Beeville, Texas - Join us at the Chase Field Industrial and Airport Complex on Oct. 21-23, 2011. More details to be announced soon.

Important Announcement - The Texas Mile is proud to announce its new home.

Thursday, March 31, 2011; Beeville, Texas - There was standing room only yesterday in the board room of the Bee Development Authority with supporters and the BDA board members. Several community leaders and business owners participated in the public comments section of the meeting identifying their reasons for supporting The Texas Mile making the move to Chase. Once the BDA members listened to the presentation, they voted unanimously in favor.

The Texas Mile inaugural event at the new facility will be May 27-29, Memorial weekend.

Chase Sets the Pace for an all new experience and competition for all new records. Come out and set a record at the new facility and make it on to the famous Texas Mile logo (logo will be changed at the end of the year). All records at the Goliad Industrial Airpark are now sealed. There is new information that we will be releasing as we collaborate with the City of Beeville, Bee County and Chamber leadership. We will update our website soon. Stay tuned for registration opening on April 11, at 9AM Central Standard Time and for all the new details.

We just wanted to let you all know that we have a new home!

Jessica Reyna
info@texasmile.net
281-303-1844

Team TXSpeed debuts Second Car and Dominates Launch of 2011 Season

Click for MSR Houston, January 29 - 30, 2011 Press Release - Team TxSpeed dominated the 2011 season opener of the National Auto Sport Association (NASA) at MSR Houston on January 29-30. Coming off a spectacular 2010 season which saw driver Jay Matus in No. 171, the Porsche 996, win the German Touring Series 3 (GTS3) National Championship at Miller Motorsports Racetrack in Utah, and NASA Texas Regional Championship.Team TxSpeed is looking towards accomplishing new goals in 2011.

The Team has added car No. 172, a 2000 Porsche Boxster S, which is competing in the GTS 3 class. In the No. 172 car, is Kevin Mixon, a veteran driver, and long time friend. Mr. Mixon is an intelligent and talented driver that is thoroughly familiar with all the venues that the NASA Texas region will host this season.

NEW American Iron Class at the Texas Mile

Hello Texas Mile Participants,

The Texas Mile staff is excited to announced the new American Iron Motorcycle class. This new class will allow for our participants to achieve new records on their style of bike. Now you can ride something other than a hayabusa and be the fastest in your class! We are bringing a whole new meaning to the phrase "come out and set a record in Texas". You will now be able to prove to your friends that your Harley v-twin is faster than an Asian v-twin or vice versa. Please review the American Iron class rules below to see if you qualify.

AMERICAN IRON CLASS:
Factory Stock Sport: 1200cc or larger / 1199cc or smaller
Modified Sport: 1200cc or larger / 1199cc or smaller
Factory Stock Classic: 1200cc or larger / 1199cc or smaller
Modified Classic: 1200cc or larger / 1199cc or smaller
V-Twin: 1200cc or larger/1199cc or smaller
Unlimited

** AMERICAN IRON INCLUDES BIKES WITH LIQUID COOLED OR WATER COOLED ENGINES.
Classification is ultimately up the discretion of the Tech Inspection Official. The Tech Inspection Official in accordance with the Race Director retain the right to reclassify any entrant at any time during the course of the event.

Factory Stock Classification retains all a factory produced drive-train, electronics, chassis, exhaust, induction and layout. Modifications are allowed to meet the set safety requirements outlined in the rules and regulations. Cosmetic changes to the paint, ancillaries, and changes of tire make are allowed. Tires must retain a DOT rating. Performance enhancing modifications are not allowed to the drive-train, electronics, chassis, exhaust, induction and layout.
Factory Stock class will not allow any modification deemed speed enhancing by the Tech Inspection Official.

Modified Classification allows the modification to the drive-train, chassis, exhaust, induction. Preparation is allowed e.g. the covering or removal of signal lenses, extensive safety wire, aftermarket plastics, etc. Drastic layout and chassis modification purposed for land speed racing will not be allowed in the Modified class.

The Tech Inspection Official retains the right to reclassify any Modified entrant not deemed street worthy. "Street worthy" generally specifies that the motorcycle is able to reasonably and safely; make over the road travel for an extended period of time starting and stopping and abide to local state safety inspection requirements. The motorcycle must be capable to perform the above without the aid of support vehicles or staff.

Unlimited Classification allows an infinite amount of modifications to the bike specifically for the purpose of drag, road or land speed racing. Any participant may classify themselves as Unlimited. Chassis alteration, layout or engine modification is not required.
The Tech Inspection Official retains the right to classify any entrant into the Unlimited class.

Sport - Any motorcycle specifically manufactured for sport riding on or off road.

Classic - Any motorcycle specifically manufactured for the traditional up right motorcycle riding position.
Any entrant has the right to move up in classification if he or she wishes. Moving up delineates that your bike runs a lesser engine displacement and/or classifies lower than the class the rider wishes to be moved up into, e.g. Factory Stock European Classic 899cc or lesser may move up into the Modified European Sport 900cc or greater. Entrants may not classify themselves into a lesser class unless specifically allowed by the Tech Inspection Official.

If you have any questions please contact Ryan at ryan@texasmile.net or call him at 281-799-6306.

Participate in the Texas Mile Amenities Survey

The Texas Mile staff is interested in increasing amenities that improve upon the participant and fan experience at the Texas Mile Events. We have been contacted by companies that are interested in sponsoring certain amenities and they need demographic information to determine their marketing potential within the Texas mile.

It is important for us to make sure our participants and fans continue to have a fulfilling experience at our events. We would appreciate your participation in the following survey.

We hope you enjoyed and safe and spooktacular Halloween. Thank you all for coming out to The October 2010 Texas Mile. It was another record breaking weekend.

In a blur of blue and white, Bill Warner and Wild Brothers Racing reminded us why Suzuki named one of the fastest production motorcycles on the planet Hayabusa. In Japanese, the word "hayabusa" refers to the peregrine falcon, a formidable bird of prey and one of the fastest creatures on the planet. On Sunday, Bill made a stunning 278.6 mph pass on his turbocharged blue and white 2000 Suzuki Hayabusa, setting a new record at The Texas Mile.

The fastest automobile at the October Mile was #125, Jonah Yokubaitis in an orange Lamborghini Gallardo LP560 clocking an impressive 243.0 mph at the one mile mark. Congratulations, Jonah! However, the record for the fastest car still stands with Richard Holt at 250.1 MPH in his Lamborghini Gallardo from March 2010. Both speeds were pretty dang fast!

A total of 1,386 passes were made over the 3-day weekend. Some of those passes didn't make it to the speed trap, but still counted as runs. 135 of those passes were over 200 mph!

We saw many new faces at The Mile, participants and spectators alike. People traveled from all across the country including Oregon, Florida, California, Illinois and New Jersey and as far away as Canada, London, and Afghanistan. Participants ranged in age from 16 to 79+, some on motorcycles, some in cars. The vast knowledge, experience and camaraderie shared across generations is what makes The Texas Mile such a great event.

Our two new food vendors, Fusion Taco and Taste Sensations served up gourmet food from sun up to sun down including breakfast, lunch and dinner plus new private catering service to The Texas Mile participants and their crews.

Two new spectator tents offered welcome shade from the Texas sun. One new tent at Start and one at the One Mile speed trap.

VP Racing Fuels was on site this October with top quality racing fuels adding a bit more "oomph" to those seeking to tweak the most from their machinery. Bill Warner can attest to that with 278.6 mph now under his belt.

The press turned out in full force. Word is definitely spreading about how much fun there is to be had at The Texas Mile! We had the pleasure of welcoming reporters and photographers from the Houston Chronicle, Victoria Advocate and Automobile Magazine among others. Several riders and drivers were interviewed for stories about The Mile. Additional articles appeared in magazines and newspapers including Living Magazine, El Campo Leader-News, Victoria Advocate and the Goliad Express.

We look forward to seeing you at the March 25-27, 2011 Texas Mile. Stay tuned for updates, registration announcements and more exciting things to add to your experience at The Texas Mile.


WE WILL SEE YOU IN BEEVILLE IN MARCH!