Promising start to final test at Valencia
21-03-2008
The signs are looking very, very good for Beowulf Racing as they complete the first of four days at Valencia today for what will be the squad's final test session before their season starts in April. All three riders confirmed themselves happy with their progress around the 2.5-mile Ricardo Tomo circuit despite having to deal with large remnants of oil still lying around the track following an engine blow-up by another rider yesterday.
Dan Linfoot (European Superstock 600) has continued to fine-tune the suspension settings of his machine following earlier progress at Cartagena last month. Additional work is being done to the electronics of his YZF-R6 Yamaha this evening.
Gino Rea (European Superstock 600) is delighted to already be lapping 1.5 seconds faster than he managed in last year's podium-finishing race. The fact that he had to use his number two machine today has only added to his confidence.
Pat McDougall (British Supersport Cup) described his day as "Brilliant" after lopping 1.5 seconds from his lap times during today's three sessions. He will be testing new brakes pads tomorrow to cure a problem with chatter which he experienced today.
All three riders are currently lapping in the 1.43 and 1.42-second zone. They are chasing lap records of 1.42.628 in the Superstock class and 1.38.644 in the Supersport category (this was unofficially bettered in a WSB-backed test session at the track last week). Even the threat of rain tomorrow has failed to dampen their spirits - all three are hoping it will wash the last remnants of oil from the circuit.
Two FREE Brands Hatch BSB passes available
19-03-2008
Hot on the heels of our Valencia prize draw comes our companion ticket offer for the first round of the British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch between 4th-6th April. This will be your first chance to see Beowulf rider Pat McDougall battle it out in the British Supersport Cup.
To enter, simply select the "Contact" option along the above menu bar of this website and enter your name and email details along with "Brands Hatch BSB Pass Offer" in the comments section. This last point is VERY IMPORTANT - without it we won't know if you want to enter this particular draw, our Valencia offer or are simply registering with the website.
The draw will close at midnight, Wednesday 26th March. All the entries will go into the hat on Thursday 27th March and a name will be selected at random for the passes. Everyone will be notified if they have won or not and the winner will be asked to provide contact details so we can get the passes to him or her.
Please note - anyone who has already registered with the site and wishes to enter this draw must still send a message, your name will NOT be added to this draw automatically.
All applicants will be added to the Beowulf Racing email list and will receive regular notices and bulletins relating to the team's progress. Please inform us when you enter the draw if you do not wish to receive these updates.
Good luck everybody - and keep your eyes peeled for more offers from www.beowulf-racing.com coming up soon!
Two FREE Valencia WSB passes available
16-03-2008
To celebrate the start of the European Superstock 600 Championship, Beowulf Racing are giving away TWO free passes to the opening round of the season, which takes place at the Valencia World Superbike round between the 4th - 6th April.
To enter, simply select the "Contact" option along the top menu of this website and enter your name and email details along with "Valencia WSB Pass Offer" in the comments section. This last point is VERY IMPORTANT - without it we won't know if you want to enter the draw or are simply registering with the website.
The draw will close at midnight, Sunday 23rd March. All the entries will go into the hat on Monday 24th March and a name will be selected at random for the passes. Everyone will be notified if they have won or not and the winner will be asked to provide contact details so we can get the passes to him or her.
Please note - anyone who has already registered with the site and wishes to enter the draw must still send a message, your name will NOT be added to the draw automatically.
All applicants will be added to the Beowulf Racing email list and will receive regular notices and bulletins relating to the team's progress. Please inform us when you enter the draw if you do not wish to receive these updates.
Good luck everybody - and watch out for our Brands Hatch BSB ticket offer coming up very, very soon!
Sponsors
Team StoneBaker.
The great race at the new Portimao circuit brings an end to our season in World Superbike Superstock 600, with riders Gino Rea and Dan Linfoot.
The season has been a success with Gino third and Dan fifth in the championship standings following three victories and five additional podiums in total. The results have also acted as a stepping stone to the riders for next season, with both securing high profile, career progressing rides for 2009.
Thank you for all of the emails, calls, texts and visits throughout the year. It has been much appreciated.
