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[DahMurf]

Part of the problem is running an extra 1/2 mile+ set of wires for the timing system in a not permanent environment. I think we'd all like more data but nobody wants to pay for the equipment or do the layout of equipment for each meet.  :|
I'd love to see a 1 mile & 1.5 mile time at Loring for the reasons stated above but if we can only have one let's have the 1.5!!! (provided there's adequate shut down)

The Texas mile dates were posted as firm but not official until posted on their web site.

Oh and can I make the first run so I can have a track top speed for my resume for 1.5 minutes? That's my style of racing!

Debbie

[LittleLiner]

If you go with a 1.5 mile course, how long is the remaining shutdown?   Also - any run off beyond the pavement?

[55chevr]

Runways are shown as 13,000 feet ... 1-1/2 mile course is feasible ... especially if there is additional runoff ...
Joe

[Commuta_Busa]

last evening while looking for more information on the net for Loring I was thinking about the speeds some bikes may be able to reach in 1.5 miles. Now don't get me wrong, I would really like to see and run on a measured 1.5 mile course, but will the motorcycle tires start becoming a critical safety issue. What kind of top speeds could we expect from some of the big turbo bikes? I only run a simple NA engine so my speeds aren't nearly as high. Is there any concerns related to the average wind speeds at the location as well.

[TRNorBRN6001]

1.5 Mile is a big, big, big Draw! I know quite a few fellas that would go up there from Texas if it were 1.5 mile, but probably would not make the trip if it were only a 1 Mile course. This is mainly due to the convieniance of the Texas Mile.

The blokes across the pond run on a longer paved venue, similar in distance.

I am in either way, Dang thats a drive!  :|

Gary

[WildBro]

The only bad thing I see about the 1.5 is when the small cc records are being set.  Ouch, thats going to hurt 
And for most bikes, I really dont see them gaining very much more speed over their mile speeds. I don't think the Vmax will do much more in 1.5 then it will in 1. 

Bill

[Stainless1]

The only bad thing I see about the 1.5 is when the small cc records are being set.  Ouch, thats going to hurt 
And for most bikes, I really dont see them gaining very much more speed over their mile speeds. I don't think the Vmax will do much more in 1.5 then it will in 1. 
Bill

I guess we may see if there is a difference. 

[Dean Los Angeles]

The only bad thing I see about the 1.5 is when the small cc records are being set.  Ouch, thats going to hurt 
And for most bikes, I really dont see them gaining very much more speed over their mile speeds. I don't think the Vmax will do much more in 1.5 then it will in 1.

The added time to run 1/2 mile even in a slow vehicle doesn't amount to much. It would probably mean little difference in the number of runs being made in a day.

How much speed is to be gained depends on the horsepower. At some point you run out of horsepower and another 10 miles isn't going to gain you any speed. For high horsepower vehicles on pavement OH HELL YES will they gain speed. 320 feet made a big difference to the blown fuel drag racers. Bonneville would be much faster if you could put the horsepower to the salt without spinning the tires.

At Bonneville you have to run 175 mph on the short course to be able to run the long course. If it turns out that the 1.5 mile speeds are no faster than the mile speeds for a lot of entrants, you could make a long course/short course distinction. It would take another pair of lights.

Higher speeds carry higher risks. At 1.3 miles on the slippery dry lake bed of El Mirage Pete Prentice ran 312 with a C motor. A 1.5 mile course could see 375+ speeds.

[TRNorBRN6001]

I think we have three from Texas so Far! Some of us fat guys are just trying to get settled in when the one mile marker hits. lol

Keep us up to date on Entry fee and tech stuff.

Thank you all much,

Gary

[55chevr]

There is already a 1 mile course at Maxton. A longer course would give Loring it's own identity and make any records more unique.
Joe

[TRNorBRN6001]

Any concrete info on the length of the event?


I have heard a rumor..............kind of made me sad.

[55chevr]

TRN- what did you hear?


Joe

[John Noonan]

1 mile like Texas and Maxton..

[TRNorBRN6001]

Yep, like Mr. Noonan said.

[55chevr]

El Mirage is 1.3 ?