Test ends on positive note for Beowulf Racing
24-03-2008
High winds again worked against Beowulf Racing on the final leg of their four-day test at Valencia. However, the Somerset-based team leaves the Spanish circuit in high spirits, having made significant improvements to the handling of their YZF-R6's, and are confident of a strong performance in the opening rounds of their respective championships.
Gino Rea (European Superstock 600 Championship):
"I completed over 65 laps today and have had a brilliant test overall. I am getting on really well with our new mechanic Andy Williams and I can't wait for the first race of the season. Even the wind has helped us - if it is gusty when we come back here next week we'll know what to expect and if it isn't we'll know we can go faster."
Dan Linfoot (European Superstock 600 Championship):
"Despite the wind it's been another good day for me. We've concentrated on the ignition maps of my machine in the final sessions. I got plenty of laps in today and it is just such an advantage to be testing at a circuit where we'll be racing in under a fortnight's time."
Pat McDougall (British Supersport Cup):
"We've gained a lot more mid-range power today, along with testing out new brakes. Even with the wind it's been a great four days and I definitely made the right decision coming here than attending the official British Superbike test at Snetterton - I heard they were pretty much snowed off for most of their sessions!"
Whist the majority of the team are now returning to the UK, Team Owner Andrew Stone and WSB Team Manager John Preston are remaining at the circuit for a further two days to attend an official Yamaha Technical Briefing. Will these two ex-racers be tempted to take to the track at any point we ask ourselves? If they do, you'll hear about it first on www.beowulf-racing.com!
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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.
