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  Axion Racing
Only 3 of the 11 teams funded by DARPA ($1M) for the November 2007 Urban Challenge drove farther.
Race day, Spirit autonomously drove 67 miles before mechanical failure earned a 7th place finish out of 23 total competitors.
Spirit is the first unmanned vehicle to drive autonomously to the 14,110 foot
www.axionracing.com   (87 words)

  
 SM Sailing:Junior Team Racing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Teams should be prepared to sail their first meet on Wednesday, July 6th.
Team members must be regular participants of their sailing organization's junior sailing program's team racing team.
For junior sailing programs, which have multiple sessions, the team members must be registered and paid in full for the session in which a team racing event is being conducted (i.e.
www.smsailing.org /teamrace/rules.shtml   (1247 words)

  
 Welcome to Team Oregon - The State's premiere cycling team...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Team Oregon based in the Portland-Metro area is one of the oldest and largest bicycle racing teams in the state and a member of the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association (OBRA).
The mission of Team Oregon is dedicated to the development of cyclists at all levels, categories, ages, and abilities who strive to improve themselves in both racing and life by dedication, determination, commitment, and the grass-root's spirit that has remained the core and definition of our organization.
There is no required amount of racing or event participation, but when attending team functions, cycling events, or OBRA sanctioned races team members are requested to attend in a team jersey and/or kit.
www.teamoregon.org   (334 words)

  
 WSBA | Meet the Teams Rides   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The focus of the team is road racing and cyclocross in Washington and Oregon.
Team Group Health is one of the largest women's cycling teams in the Pacific Northwest, with a roster of 97 women ranging in age from 15 to 55.
Because of the team's growth over the last few years, we are extending invitations to a limited number of women committed to racing in 2007.
www.wsbaracing.com /meettheteams.asp   (981 words)

  
 Marin Bikes : Marin Road Team
With its elite team racing on Marin carbon fiber Stelvio frames, Metromint Cycling is a successful bicycle racing team comprised of current and former bicycle messengers, and non-messengers alike — all of whom share a passion for cycling.
The team is comprised of 42% women and 58% men and has a variety of Category 1 to Category 5 racers, with competitors having national and international caliber racing experience.
The team’s mission is to support the road bicycle racing activities of its men and women members while encouraging upward development of its riders to create a competitive elite racing team that replenishes as it develops new talent.
www.marinbikes.com /bicycles_2007/html/about_marin/i_ab_road_team.html   (496 words)

  
 The Online Home Of Spirit Racing
In true Spirit form, the pair founded Race For The Children and used the publicity surrounding their racing exploits to raise awareness for the plight of abused and abandoned children, now cared for at San Diego's Polinsky Childrens' Center.
Winning their class in the legendary Baja 2000 race, as well as the class championship for the 2000 SCORE off-road series, were just two of the highlights on a lengthy list of wins and top finishes.
Although their own racing program is on the back burner for the moment, the team's long-range plans include a return to competition.
www.spiritracing.com   (463 words)

  
 TeamBBCRacing - Home Page
Team BBC is committed to helping develop grass roots junior cycling, honing the skills of all category racers and satisfying the thrill of masters cycling as well.
Team BBC (formally Best of the Bay Cyclist) was founded in 1987 by Stan Anderson and EJ Rogut and has evolved into one of the strongest regional racing teams in the US.
Today the team is comprised of a broad spectrum of riders from the masters racer to the up and coming juniors that represent the future of the sport.
www.teambbcracing.com   (191 words)

  
 GM - Racing Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Once it's out there on the racetrack, NHRA is not going to let you make changes on it from race to race, and sometimes, from year to year.
In working with our race teams, we're directly in touch with the driver, who is also the person that worries about the budget, getting the engine tuned, and getting the whole package down the road.
Racing is such a fast-paced demanding environment that it requires you to resolve problems immediately.
www.gm.com /company/racing/fromthepros/taylor.htm   (1587 words)

  
 Spirit of Daytona Racing with Bobby Labonte   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The 200-mile race was cut short from 87 laps around the 2.3-mile road course to a 55 lead lap finish, right before the Spirit of Daytona GTO drivers could really sink their teeth into the race.
Since inception, the mission of Spirit of Daytona has been to create a high profile and professional race car team and an automotive facility to assist the ultimate car enthusiast with their hot rod, street tuner or racecar.
Spirit of Daytona was founded in 1987 when Troy Flis and his brother began competing in club-racing events with their Volkswagen.
www.teamflis.com   (376 words)

  
 www.cartracingupdate.com
Going to a new team, you're usually going to have a certain transition phase, but we were on the same wavelength from the get-go, and that's been a major reason for our success in the first three races.
The Brands Hatch race course is new to the majority of drivers and this will level the playing field for new and old teams because no one has the advantage of a long history racing there.
T his will be their best opportunity to see me race because most of the events are too far away from them so it will be exciting for me. I think the Brands Hatch course will produce tight racing because of the length of the track.
www.cartracingupdate.com /Tracks/brandshatch.htm   (3754 words)

  
 Axion Racing Team
Redhair is responsible for preparing the necessary paperwork to insure that Axion Racing meets all of the DOD requirements for the DARPA Grand Challenge.
Utilizing code developed by Melanie’s team, Axion Racing is able to quickly manage all of the data provided by the team’s UAV toolbox.
Her leadership allowed the the autonomous Spirit to be one of only seven teams to "officially qualify" for the March 13, 2004 Grand Challenge.
www.axionracing.com /Team/TeamIndex.htm   (1851 words)

  
 High Profile Adventure Racing
As in the fire service, the keys to a successful adventure racing team are open and honest communications, thorough understanding of the technical skills involved, a total commitment to each team member, a no quit/can do attitude, and a high level of physical fitness.
The "team" concept is one that I have been a part of my whole life, so being able to share this experience with Team High Profile is where I want to be.
On the morning of departure to the Raid the North - New Liskeard race, we unexpectedly lost a team mate due to a death in the family.
www.teamhighprofile.com /team.html   (1077 words)

  
 Austra Racing - Live For Speed Racing Team   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Race 2 was pur chaos and with the entire grid turned on its head you were going to need more than just pure pace.
Blake and Plaque will be representing the team in division C. Good luck to all the lads, we have a great chance to build a solid gap on the competition this round, and some genuine chances for race wins across all the divisions where we have representatives.
When the team appeared to be up against it they have stuck to their guns and had one of the most successful race meets for AR in recent history.
www.austraracing.com   (3464 words)

  
 Impala Racing Team
Impalas took a more restful approach to that race; following Mike’s admonition, that this was merely a warm-up to the season and to take it as a training run.
Impalas were encouraged to move into the standings with the attitude of negative splits; finishing fast and first for the year, but focusing on individual goals as well.
Two new events were important to the team this year: The Race for the Cure 5k and the Avon 10k.
www.impalaracingteam.org /1998.html   (266 words)

  
 Newman Wachs Racing - Champ Atlantic Series   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Five racing legends, accomplished in their own right, have forged a pack together to develop young talent, irrespective of money.
A test of mind, body and spirit was held to determine who would occupy 2 seats for the 2006 season -- no conditions, no money needed, just talent and determination.
Winning is the only concern for these skilled drivers, the Newman Wachs Racing team will take care of the rest, the way it is suppose to be -- a simple concept, but an incredible challenge.
www.newmanwachsracing.com   (217 words)

  
 Impala Racing Team
Early members and stars on the team included Eileen Brennan-Erler, Peggy Lavelle, Agnes Lourdes Livingston, Marty Mattox, and Nelda Williams We enjoyed early successes, always placing several Impalas in the top 10 at local races, and frequently winning them.
Spirit and togetherness were cornerstones of the early membership, and this was immediately recognized when we showed up in large groups at local and out of town races.
While most teams were hard pressed to put together a single team, the Impalas managed two, along with a large support crew.
www.impalaracingteam.org /1980.html   (242 words)

  
 Motorsport.com: News channel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The brand new Swiss Spirit racing team had a frustrating, yet promising, race debut in Istanbul yesterday, retiring after a collision in the early stages having charged through the field from a sixth place qualifying position to lead the pack up to the first round of pit-stops.
Team mate Marcel Fassler said at the end of the weekend: "For sure the race was shorter for me than originally anticipated but I feel very positive about our general pace after this weekend.
The team will now prepare for a 24 hour Le Mans simulation test at Magny-Cours on 2/3 May and move on to Spa for round two of the series on May 10th.
www.motorsport.com /news/article.asp?ID=214610&F=N   (641 words)

  
 Jeffery Racing Team - Sponsor
Racing can be a remarkably efficient way for a company to reach current and potential customers.
MANAGEABILITY; Because the typical racing team participates in a series of events, a sponsor can work at utilizing their involvement with the team over a period of months, learning as they go.
The actual on track performances in front of packed grandstands and the transport of the race vehicle across the area highways will create a traveling billboard effect for your company and deliver your advertising message to the public.
www.i-race.net /jeffreyracing/sponsor.html   (372 words)

  
 American Spirit Racing, Motorsports, Auto Racing, IndyCar, Formula BMW   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
American Spirit and Atlantic Racing form Team KMA to compete in the 2007 Indy Pro Series and Formula BMW.
At American Spirit, we believe in acheiving success both on and off the track.
From our powerful race operations in the Indy Pro Series and the Formula BMW USA Championship to our corporate marketing campaigns, American Spirit possesses the experience and dedication to reach your goals.
www.americanoval.com   (244 words)

  
 GrandPrix.com > GP Encyclopedia > Constructors > Spirit Racing
The result was a team which was immediately competitive, with Boutsen winning at the Nurburgring, Spa and Enna to finish third in the European Championship.
It was decided that Johansson would race the car and not long after the official announcement that Honda was returning to F1 the Spirit-Honda ran in the non-championship Race of Champions at Brands Hatch.
That summer the team built the Spirit 101 but it was not raced and after Honda announced in October that it had signed a deal with Williams, and would not be supplying Spirit with engines in 1984, was modified to take the Hart 415 turbo engine.
www.grandprix.com /gpe/con-spiri.html   (519 words)

  
 Champ Car > American Spirit Team Johansson Profile
One of the rookie teams in the Bridgestone Presents The Champ Car World Series Powered by Ford, American Spirit Team Johannson brings a deep and experienced squad into play for its first year of Champ Car competition.
The team also brings top-notch experience to the pit lane as well, with former Newman/Haas championship-winning engineer Ed Nathman and team manager Rob Hill, who was part of title-winning campaigns with Alex Zanardi and Juan Montoya.
The team will be the only squad in the Champ Car paddock to carry a pair of U.S.-born drivers into battle, starting their initial season with the veteran Jimmy Vasser and rookie Ryan Hunter-Reay.
www.champcarworldseries.com /Teams/Team.asp?ID=280   (350 words)

  
 Team building with a REAL difference - Team Spirit Racing
Team Spirit Racing takes the team building experience to another level.
Whether competing in the Team Spirit Track Challenge, or our ground breaking Team Spirit Race Weekend, the demands they face will be real.
This is the very essence of team spirit.
www.teamspiritracing.com   (143 words)

  
 About Paramount Racing
Paramount Racing was founded in 1961 and was adopted by OCW in 1992.
Paramount Racing's membership is open to cyclists of all ages and abilities.
New members should have some racing or pack riding experience and a willingness to learn bicycle racing skills and tactics in a team environment.
www.paramountracing.org /about.asp?page=2   (241 words)

  
 Berg Custom Team Wear - Team   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The purpose of our team is to expand women's participation in the sport of competitive cycling.
We'll accomplish our goal by providing a welcoming and supported team where women of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join, ride and learn how to race.
In that spirit, we would ask that riders from existing teams refrain from applying unless there is a legitimate reason for wanting to make a change (if so, feel free to contact us to discuss).**
www.bergcustomteamwear.com /team.shtm   (271 words)

  
 Motorsport.com: News channel
The Swiss team presented their brand new racing car - a Courage LMP1 C70, prototype powered by a 5-litre, V-10, Judd engine and mounted on Michelin tyres - on the stand of the Revue Automobile magazine, celebrating its 100th anniversary at the show.
If we get to race it at Le Mans it'll be the realisation of a dream I have had since I actually lived there from '95-'98 whilst racing at the Elf La Filiere school.
The team is planning its first proper testing session at the end of March and will then head to Istanbul for the first round of the 2006 Le Mans Series on April 9th.
www.motorsport.com /news/article.asp?ID=211013&F=N   (1025 words)

  
 Valhalla Racing Vision
I've asked Drew before why he likes racing and the answer was a bit surprising to me. "The pressure, I like the pressure, Dad." The first goal of Valhalla Racing is to make sure that the love of racing comes from the boys themselves.
It is important to hone and feed that competitive spirit, but also make sure that the desire to win is not satisfied at any cost.
The successful drivers of tomorrow are molded today, and kart racing is a venue that can be used as a springboard both for the driver and sponsors.
www.valhallaracing.com /direction.html   (459 words)

  
 Jon Lewis of ASR talks about his present and future in ALMS; www.TheRaceSite.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Jon Lewis, President and CEO of the American Spirit Racing Team as had a long involvement in a wide variety of motor sports over the years and he and his team are winding up their first season in the American LeMans Series.
American Spirit Racing is planning on fielding two Lola B2K40Â’s using Nissan 3-litter engines in what Lewis describes as a serious run at the ALMS LMP2 championship.
Lewis indicated an interest in the newer Lola cars being developed specifically for LMP2 but also stated that he and his team werenÂ’t setup to become a developmental team for a new car so fans should expect the team to take a wait and see posture towards the newer cars.
www.theracesite.com /index.cfm?pagetype=2&form_article=5987   (315 words)

  
 Spirit Of Norway Racing Team - The Team
Spirit Of Norway Racing Team - The Team
For 2006 it is a case of back to the future for Spirit of Norway Racing, with Bjorn Rune Gjelsten returning as owner /driver after a year’s sabbatical from racing.
Last year Norwegian, Bard Eker stepped into the driver’s seat to join Curtis and continued the ‘Spirit’ success story; from seven starts taking four wins, a and easing to six out of seven Pole Position wins, taking the World and Pole Position titles.
www.spiritofnorway.com /team.asp   (89 words)

  
 Planetlemans.com - The Latest Endurance, Sportscar and GT Racing News! - Spa Francorchamps LMS 2006 race report   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Swiss Spirit racing team raced to second place overall, one lap of the 6.9 kilometre Francorchamps circuit in arrears.
They were delayed early in the race by a deflating tyre, on which Erdos had to drive most of a full lap, and later Newton was lucky to avoid a wheel which flew off a Porsche RSR he was about to lap.
Team Oreca, robbed of a possible victory in the Belgian event in 2005 by an accident involving their Audi R8, made amends with a storming victory with the blue Saleen S7-R driven by Stephane Ortelli and Soheil Ayari.
www.planetlemans.com /cmsv2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1698&Itemid=2   (1148 words)

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