Baja 1000 2008 ~ Track Willie LIVE!

WaWa · 11-20-2008, 01:22 PM

Just got an update from SCORE... looks like we'll be able to track our boy here:
http://www.2008scorebaja1000.com/

class 21, which is the pro2 class

Spot Satellite GPS Messenger to Provide Live Tracking for SCORE Baja 1000 Off-Road Endurance Race

For Immediate Release

Spot Satellite GPS Messenger to Provide Live Tracking for SCORE Baja 1000 Off-Road Endurance Race

Fans Can Track Racers Online Using SPOT’s GPS Web-Tracking Capability

MILPITAS, CA (November 14 200

- SPOT LLC (www.findmespot.com), the pioneer behind the award-winning SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger™, today announced that they have partnered with off-road racing sanctioning body SCORE International, to provide live web GPS tracking powered by SPOT, to SCORE Baja racers competing at the 41st Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. The Baja race, considered by many to be the world’s most challenging off-road endurance test, is to be held in the Baja Peninsula in Mexico beginning November 21st. With GPS tracking powered by SPOT, fans and sponsors can track the progress of drivers competing in five classes (SCORE Trophy Trucks, Class 1, Class 5-1600, Stock Mini and Class 8 ) live at www.2008SCOREbaja1000.com.

The SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger is the first device that can send a message to a cell phone or email address with your GPS coordinates to friends or family or alert an emergency rescue coordination center from virtually anywhere around the world, regardless of cellular coverage. With SPOT, you can stay connected no matter what your outdoor activity may be or where your adventures take you. Whether you’re just checking in, allowing others to track your progress or calling for help – SPOT can give you and your loved ones assurance that your adventure will be a safe one.

“We are pleased that SCORE has chosen SPOT’s tracking function as a key ingredient for bringing a new experience to the fans of the Baja 1000,” said Darren Bassel, Director of Marketing for SPOT LLC. “As some of the world’s finest drivers battle the harsh and remote desert environment of the Baja Peninsula, our partnership with SCORE, Aura360, BFGoodrich, and Volkswagen, will allow us to showcase the durability of the SPOT, while bringing the Baja 1000 event to life for those who want to follow the race live online.”

Adventurers and explorers from around the world, including world-class athletes like those competing in the Baja 1000, have come to depend upon SPOT GPS messaging. SCORE Trophy Truck driver Cameron Steele has partnered with SPOT and has been using a SPOT Messenger during his preparation for the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000.

“While racing and preparing for remote events like the Baja 1000, the SPOT Messenger is the only device that is rugged enough to handle the pounding of off-road racing while providing me with the added safety of reliable satellite messaging,” said Cameron Steele, two-time Baja 1000 class champion and Score Person of the Year 07-08. “SPOT keeps my family, crew and sponsors connected through online tracking and GPS satellite messages, even when I’m hundreds of miles away in the middle of nowhere and no other communication works.”

The Tecate SCORE Baja 1000, including in-car commentary with driver Cameron Steele, will be televised on NBC Sports December 14, 2008 and ESPN International beginning December, 2008.

BadKitty · 11-20-2008, 05:23 PM

Only see rattlesnakes at the moment!

12 hours til race the resumes... I wonder if he's talking??

mjn · 11-20-2008, 05:27 PM

Originally Posted by BadKitty

... I wonder if he's talking??

DUH!!

AtomicFlames · 11-20-2008, 05:28 PM

Originally Posted by BadKitty

I wonder if he's talking??

You have to wonder??? I thought you knew him better than to have to wonder

Ejlofty · 11-20-2008, 06:45 PM

cool, I'll be checkin it out, Thanks for the update

odin544 · 11-20-2008, 06:50 PM

you realize this is all we will hear about for the next 6 months from willie right? non stop.

"you know, when I raced the baja 1000........"

TheAlpineStar · 11-20-2008, 09:15 PM

thats pretty damn cool...

BadKitty · 11-20-2008, 10:03 PM

Originally Posted by mjn

DUH!!

Originally Posted by AtomicFlames

You have to wonder??? I thought you knew him better than to have to wonder

Well being that I put up with his shit non-stop... theres a 99.999% chance that he IS talking but a part of me wonders if he might actually be tired enough to be quiet...for at least a second!!

WaWa · 11-20-2008, 11:51 PM

Yeah BK the split second before he goes "OH SHIT A CACTUS"!

odin544 · 11-21-2008, 01:50 AM

maybe he'll stop if he gets knocked out in one of his trips over the handlebars???

GSXR-RACER · 11-21-2008, 06:39 AM

Originally Posted by odin544

you realize this is all we will hear about for the next 6 months from willie right? non stop.

"you know, when I raced the baja 1000........"

Or he will say!!
"Hey did I ever tell you the story"

uncle · 11-21-2008, 08:55 AM

Originally Posted by odin544

you realize this is all we will hear about for the next 6 months from willie right? non stop.

"you know, when I raced the baja 1000........"

I will see you guys at coffee in about 6 months and a day.....

WaWa · 11-21-2008, 08:57 AM

PSSSST.... it's on.....

Ignacio · 11-21-2008, 09:24 AM

Is it me...or is it hard to find any specific information on when the sucker actually starts?

sschering · 11-21-2008, 10:04 AM

OK what name should I be looking for?

BadKitty · 11-21-2008, 12:14 PM

Originally Posted by Ignacio

Is it me...or is it hard to find any specific information on when the sucker actually starts?

I still just see rattlesnakes and sagebrush

mjn · 11-21-2008, 12:22 PM

what is his number?

BadKitty · 11-21-2008, 12:27 PM

Originally Posted by mjn

what is his number?

not sure what number he is... got the site to open but their navigation to find a driver/rider standing is junk

mjn · 11-21-2008, 12:40 PM

Yea! you didn't?

sschering · 11-21-2008, 01:34 PM

In the other thread he said they were 101x in Class 21 but everything I found says the KLX450R would run in Class 22..

stromrocker · 11-21-2008, 03:58 PM

Thanks for the post. I'll keep an eye out for him.

AtomicFlames · 11-21-2008, 05:42 PM

Originally Posted by sschering

In the other thread he said they were 101x in Class 21 but everything I found says the KLX450R would run in Class 22..

which are you looking for KLX or KFX?

Old Topanga · 11-21-2008, 07:53 PM

Originally Posted by sschering

In the other thread he said they were 101x in Class 21 but everything I found says the KLX450R would run in Class 22..

I found a 101x in Class 21, but the name is Marco Bernaldez. Anyone figure out how to track Willie?

odin544 · 11-21-2008, 07:54 PM

I dont get anything but sage brush from the above link. I just found out I know one of the riders (Rene) with Willie. He works with Julie.

odin544 · 11-21-2008, 08:00 PM

try this link if the first doesnt work

http://irctracking.com/2008/Baja1000/

BadKitty · 11-21-2008, 10:08 PM

Originally Posted by odin544

I dont get anything but sage brush from the above link. I just found out I know one of the riders (Rene) with Willie. He works with Julie.

yep he's on the same team with Willie... Thats the other name I was trying to track but still cant find either one

WaWa · 11-21-2008, 11:09 PM

Well... if our boy rode check pt 4 to pt 5 then he made in one piece... as the bike is on the move just outside check pt 6 now.. with a speed of 21mph (in the dark!

)

God Speed Willie!!

WaWa

GSXR-RACER · 11-22-2008, 09:26 AM

Go Willie!!!!!!

GSXR-RACER · 11-22-2008, 09:30 AM

Does anybody remember when Willie gets home... We could do a meet & and greet at the airport... Bring him a cake LOL...

WaWa · 11-22-2008, 11:05 AM

They FINISHED!!!!


11-20-2008, 01:22 PM	#1
WaWa Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2005 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 2001 Honda CBR 929rr, 2000 Yamaha YZ426F	Baja 1000 2008 ~ Track Willie LIVE! Just got an update from SCORE... looks like we'll be able to track our boy here: http://www.2008scorebaja1000.com/ class 21, which is the pro2 class Spot Satellite GPS Messenger to Provide Live Tracking for SCORE Baja 1000 Off-Road Endurance Race For Immediate Release Spot Satellite GPS Messenger to Provide Live Tracking for SCORE Baja 1000 Off-Road Endurance Race Fans Can Track Racers Online Using SPOT’s GPS Web-Tracking Capability MILPITAS, CA (November 14 200 - SPOT LLC (www.findmespot.com), the pioneer behind the award-winning SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger™, today announced that they have partnered with off-road racing sanctioning body SCORE International, to provide live web GPS tracking powered by SPOT, to SCORE Baja racers competing at the 41st Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. The Baja race, considered by many to be the world’s most challenging off-road endurance test, is to be held in the Baja Peninsula in Mexico beginning November 21st. With GPS tracking powered by SPOT, fans and sponsors can track the progress of drivers competing in five classes (SCORE Trophy Trucks, Class 1, Class 5-1600, Stock Mini and Class 8 ) live at www.2008SCOREbaja1000.com. The SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger is the first device that can send a message to a cell phone or email address with your GPS coordinates to friends or family or alert an emergency rescue coordination center from virtually anywhere around the world, regardless of cellular coverage. With SPOT, you can stay connected no matter what your outdoor activity may be or where your adventures take you. Whether you’re just checking in, allowing others to track your progress or calling for help – SPOT can give you and your loved ones assurance that your adventure will be a safe one. “We are pleased that SCORE has chosen SPOT’s tracking function as a key ingredient for bringing a new experience to the fans of the Baja 1000,” said Darren Bassel, Director of Marketing for SPOT LLC. “As some of the world’s finest drivers battle the harsh and remote desert environment of the Baja Peninsula, our partnership with SCORE, Aura360, BFGoodrich, and Volkswagen, will allow us to showcase the durability of the SPOT, while bringing the Baja 1000 event to life for those who want to follow the race live online.” Adventurers and explorers from around the world, including world-class athletes like those competing in the Baja 1000, have come to depend upon SPOT GPS messaging. SCORE Trophy Truck driver Cameron Steele has partnered with SPOT and has been using a SPOT Messenger during his preparation for the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. “While racing and preparing for remote events like the Baja 1000, the SPOT Messenger is the only device that is rugged enough to handle the pounding of off-road racing while providing me with the added safety of reliable satellite messaging,” said Cameron Steele, two-time Baja 1000 class champion and Score Person of the Year 07-08. “SPOT keeps my family, crew and sponsors connected through online tracking and GPS satellite messages, even when I’m hundreds of miles away in the middle of nowhere and no other communication works.” The Tecate SCORE Baja 1000, including in-car commentary with driver Cameron Steele, will be televised on NBC Sports December 14, 2008 and ESPN International beginning December, 2008. Last edited by WaWa; 11-20-2008 at 01:25 PM..


11-20-2008, 05:23 PM	#2
BadKitty Miss PNW Riders 2007 Joined: Aug 2006 From: Kennewick I Ride: NEKKED 04 SV650 / 06 CRF250R SUPERMOTO	Only see rattlesnakes at the moment! 12 hours til race the resumes... I wonder if he's talking??


11-20-2008, 06:45 PM	#5
Ejlofty Pit Crew Joined: Jun 2008 From: Bainbridge Island, WA I Ride: 2003 Triumph Speed Four	cool, I'll be checkin it out, Thanks for the update


11-20-2008, 06:50 PM	#6
odin544 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Apr 2007 From: Kennewick, Washington I Ride: '08 Ducati 848	you realize this is all we will hear about for the next 6 months from willie right? non stop. "you know, when I raced the baja 1000........"


11-20-2008, 09:15 PM	#7
TheAlpineStar Training Wheels Joined: Apr 2007 From: WA I Ride: 07 S4Rs....love loud sexy naked Italian twins.	thats pretty damn cool...


11-20-2008, 11:51 PM	#9
WaWa Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2005 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 2001 Honda CBR 929rr, 2000 Yamaha YZ426F	Yeah BK the split second before he goes "OH SHIT A CACTUS"!


11-21-2008, 01:50 AM	#10
odin544 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Apr 2007 From: Kennewick, Washington I Ride: '08 Ducati 848	maybe he'll stop if he gets knocked out in one of his trips over the handlebars???


11-21-2008, 08:57 AM	#13
WaWa Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2005 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 2001 Honda CBR 929rr, 2000 Yamaha YZ426F	PSSSST.... it's on.....


11-21-2008, 09:24 AM	#14
Ignacio Training Wheels Joined: Sep 2006 From: Tri-Cities, WA I Ride: 2005 Yamaha FJR1300, 2002 Honda XR650R	Is it me...or is it hard to find any specific information on when the sucker actually starts?


11-21-2008, 10:04 AM	#15
sschering Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2008 From: Kennewick, WA Blog Entries: 3 I Ride: 1977 XS-400D	OK what name should I be looking for?


11-21-2008, 12:22 PM	#17
mjn Moderator Joined: Jul 2005 From: Tri-Cities Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: In search of the next 35mph corner......	what is his number?


11-21-2008, 12:40 PM	#19
mjn Moderator Joined: Jul 2005 From: Tri-Cities Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: In search of the next 35mph corner......	Yea! you didn't?


11-21-2008, 01:34 PM	#20
sschering Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2008 From: Kennewick, WA Blog Entries: 3 I Ride: 1977 XS-400D	In the other thread he said they were 101x in Class 21 but everything I found says the KLX450R would run in Class 22..


11-21-2008, 03:58 PM	#21
stromrocker WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Feb 2007 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 07 VStrom 650	Thanks for the post. I'll keep an eye out for him.


11-21-2008, 07:54 PM	#24
odin544 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Apr 2007 From: Kennewick, Washington I Ride: '08 Ducati 848	I dont get anything but sage brush from the above link. I just found out I know one of the riders (Rene) with Willie. He works with Julie.


11-21-2008, 08:00 PM	#25
odin544 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Apr 2007 From: Kennewick, Washington I Ride: '08 Ducati 848	try this link if the first doesnt work http://irctracking.com/2008/Baja1000/


11-21-2008, 11:09 PM	#27
WaWa Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2005 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 2001 Honda CBR 929rr, 2000 Yamaha YZ426F	Well... if our boy rode check pt 4 to pt 5 then he made in one piece... as the bike is on the move just outside check pt 6 now.. with a speed of 21mph (in the dark! ) God Speed Willie!! WaWa


11-22-2008, 09:26 AM	#28
GSXR-RACER Superbiker Joined: Nov 2005 From: Pasco, Washington I Ride: 04" Mladin Edition	Go Willie!!!!!!


11-22-2008, 09:30 AM	#29
GSXR-RACER Superbiker Joined: Nov 2005 From: Pasco, Washington I Ride: 04" Mladin Edition	Does anybody remember when Willie gets home... We could do a meet & and greet at the airport... Bring him a cake LOL...


11-22-2008, 11:05 AM	#30
WaWa Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2005 From: Kennewick, WA I Ride: 2001 Honda CBR 929rr, 2000 Yamaha YZ426F	They FINISHED!!!!