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Not too many hotels in the area. This one is nice and should be either on or very close to the race course.

http://www.beachhousesuites.com/ Rooms are still available.

The Don is already sold out for the weekend.
http://www.doncesar.com/

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I won't commit till I see the course :evilb:

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it will be on the gulf side

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Seriously? Where will the wet pits and dry pits be?
Just curious. :)

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the dry pits will still be in vinoy park. im not sure where the wet pits will be

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Very strange about rooms being booked on Gulf side already when most I talked to thought it would be bay side. :rolleyes:

In stocks and bonds that would be called illegal insider trading. :eek:

I just cancelled my St Pete reservations. :mad:

super fan

I know..Blame it on the manatees

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gdfatha,
"I know..Blame it on the manatees"
Its good feeding there....we had a good time racing there in 2001 and 2003

Good luck to all the teams in St. Pete and be safe....

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Never been to the races in St. Pete. So where would you book a room to be near the wet pits or the dry pits? I see several hotels on the map. Would the races be between the Don and the Travelodge? Thanks

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Thanks Bruce. :)

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The course isn't finalized yet, but since they couldn't get close enough to the pier, they are opting for the gulf side. I'm sure the pier is nice to watch from but I'd rather see an open water race anyhow.

The Vinoy is the hotel hotel, dry pits and the wet pits marina are right across the street. Awesome location. I looked around while in the area a few weeks ago. There's plenty of houses and condos to rent on the gulf beach but not hotels. The Don is nice but booked for the weekend, and they didn't even know about a race, this is their busy season. However, the Suites place looks nice and is only a half mile away from the Don.

I can't promise anything regarding the racecourse location, just trying to give you folks a head up. From what I know, it's not set in stone yet.

The schedule is: 11/15 to 11/20
Wed - Testing and time trials for pole position
Thurs - races - 12 - 2 - 3:30
Fri - Off
Sat - Testing and Time trials for pole position
Sun - Races - 12 - 2 - 3:30

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Great choices Kitten. And there are a lot more a long the beaches that I"m sure would welcome and accommodate the teams & fans.

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Wow your quick Kitten, but don't forget Treasure Island :D

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Thanks, I was only there a bit driving around trying to find something.

Can you list some web sites?

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The Undertow on St. Pete Beach would be a great spot for Race Control on the beach.

The above locations Kitten mentioned are all nice hotels.

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I live on pass a Grille. The St Pete Beach Cove is an Unbelievable spot to race. Crystal water, 1- 2 ft chop, Powder white Beaches. The Don Cesar has a huge viewing area on top with great beach bars and hotels along the shore.

If you dont want to come ...don't.

Those who do will be treated to a great place to boat.... Long shot , Kitten, Cig daze, Mbowers will all tell you they wouldn't trade boating in this area for anything. The Gulf speed run by the beach bars is the coolest.

Let's get ready to rumble!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!

Marc
Shark Racing



Life is full of challanges ...overcome them .

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I wholeheartedly agree!
:cool:

If you guys want to stay at a really cool place on the beach that's reasonable, check out the Best Western. It's a very nice hotel, beautiful grounds, pool, and has my favorite beach bar out back called Jimmy B's.....Awesome Tiki Hut, big outdoor deck with direct beach access, and live rock and roll nightly. :cool:

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Jimmy B's rocks! Always have a great time there. The Undertow is also a great place. They sponsor an STV raceboat, run by Scottie Adams, so they are very racer friendly! I really hope every that comes to St. Petersburg has a wonderful and memorable time.

Julie

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Wouldn't it be great if we ran a Corpus type course. 7 turns lots of chances to pass.

with a couple of long straight aways for top speed.

marc

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I think the top of Hurricanes in Pass-a-Grille, will offer a great view as well!!!

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If the race is anywhere in the vicinity, That's where I would be.
;)

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i think ryan is ahead???

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4 mile head start will do that........... :D

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Maximus (Loan Shark Racing Team) dropping the throttles off of St. Pete Beach.

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I love running that beach!!! No holes....flat out put on a show for my boys partying at the undertow. It's going to be a lot of fun running in Nov

Ron you going to have the Spectre out? My buddy just emailed me he was bringing the Azimut out LOADED with trim to root for the SHARK.

You definatly want to be anchored near this boat....these guys don't fool around...;)

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The party is on.

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We never spent any time in St Pete, where's the night life and some good restaurants?

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Hey Marc, we will be out in the Spectre on Thursday for the races and will hook up with the Azimut party.

Someone needs to get Paul on board at Undertow.

How about a Loan Shark Promo Party?

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Beachside:
Jimmy B's and Undertow are rock and roll beach bars, Don Cesar and Hurricane are more laid back.

Bayside: Baywalk, Dan Marino's, Martini bar. (all in the same place really), Dino's Jazz bar is one of my new favorites.

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Theres nothing like the Vinoy lobby bar late night on race weekend for boat talk, smack and gossip

Also Central Cigars is looking at throwing a race party at their new bar.

Marc

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The smack talk should be running rampent on Saturday night! I'll bring my tape recorder...

Wonder if MOJO will still be fishing for guppies?

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Undertow is awesome. Would this be a good race to watch from boat? If not I will be at Undertow, Hurricane or another place I went to last time I was down.

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RON POLLI:

THANKS FOR THE INPUT ON THE BEACH RESORT NEAR THE DON CESAR...RESERVED OCEAN FRONT AND WILL HAVE A SMALL PARTY...LIKE THE OLD DAYS, WHEN I WAS RACING BOATS .MOTORCYCLES AND WOMEN....NOW THAT "HIGH RISK" IS RETIRED AND LIVING IN THE TAMPA AREA AS A PLEASURE BOAT, I CAN ENJOY THE EVENT AS A SPECTATOR...LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE...I OWE YOU A DRINK...

RICK FELSEN HAWK RACE CONSULTANTS

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Ron P,
When are you getting to St.Pete?

Wil

PS.
You better have your physical done.

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Hey Rick, we'll look forward to partying with you! We get there on Wed afternoon. Looking forward to a ride in WHM on Saturday!!!!! :evilb:

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I need to do the dunker too. When and where?

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this is going to be one of the best race sites we have seen in a long time,plenty to do there to.I know you guys, we WILL HAVE FUN
Mike

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Ron,
I think you can do the dunker either Tuesday or Friday.Give Charlie Bass a call as to the location.Are you ready for the ride of your life.Remember,Jay is fearless.

Wil

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I don't get there until Wed. Send me a PM with Charlie's numbers.

Ron

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Is St, Pete race still on?
Heard rumors of a cancellation. Does anyone know for sure?

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That's not even funny.