debwill Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Debbie Williams, debbie@sa-speedway.com, 210-685-0400 (cell) Shown below is an important message from Brian Bohlen, Managing Partner, Unique Track Solutions, San Antonio Speedway To All San Antonio Speedway Supporters - Present and Future, First of all, we would like to thank all the racers, race teams, and race fans who have supported San Antonio Speedway (SAS) so far during the 2013 season. We certainly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events. Unfortunately, the overall attendance, both in the pits and grandstands, has been on a steady decline. Car counts have dwindled for various reasons, including the unfortunate rain out in June. In order for SAS to continue operation, the trend must be reversed, and the track cannot be put into a financial burden. Our goal for the 2013 season was to run a limited schedule, with only four special events. We had hoped to decrease the financial burden on race teams and spectators, while keeping the overall attendance high for each event. For those who may not know, San Antonio Speedway is in a unique situation. After being closed for more than five years, the infrastructure at the track had been destroyed. Because of this, we must operate the track as a portable, or temporary, venue. This "temporary" nature makes the cost of producing an event very high. The only way to make the track financially viable is to have a high car count in each class that, in turn, attracts spectators and sponsors. Before our next event on September 6 and 7, we will be implementing some changes that we will announce over the coming weeks - including the addition of mobile ATM machines, lower concession prices (especially on drinks), parking shuttles for spectators, and other improvements. In addition, we must figure out ways in which to make San Antonio Speedway financially viable for the future. One change we will implement is an adjustment of the purse for each class based on the car counts. If 15 or more cars participate in a class at an event, the purse will stay the same as published on our website. But, if 14 or less cars participate in a class, that class purse will be adjusted to reflect the number of cars participating. We will publish the adjusted purse structure as soon as possible. It is our sincere hope that a minimum of 15 cars will show up in each class and we can continue to pay the purse already in place. In closing, the success of San Antonio Speedway truly depends on the support of the race teams and its race fans. We are far from perfect, much like the track itself, but we will do our best to continue what we've started at San Antonio Speedway. To do that, we need your help and support. I strongly suggest anyone who has an interest in participating in a race, or attending a race, at San Antonio Speedway makes it a top priority to be a part of the next two events planned in September and October. Without an increase in car counts and attendance, the next one may be the last one...... Sincerely, Brian Bohlen Managing Partner Unique Track Solutions San Antonio Speedway --- San Antonio Speedway is a 1/2-mile, high-banked asphalt oval track that's located at 14901 State Highway 16 South, San Antonio, TX 78264. Information on San Antonio Speedway may be found on the track website at www.sa-speedway.com or on its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sanantonio.speedway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyfan Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 We have been warned ! Lets do the our best to keep it alive , get them cars and anybody you may know out there .... Praying it stays open Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racer61 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 Hope it works out. Hate to see it close again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colgate Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 come on people ....we all bitched and complained about this track when it closed....now that it has opened back up for 4 races a year not everybody that said that they would be there to race are not racing.....bring the cars, trucks and mods out and race or you might never get the chance again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arob Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 You could see this coming.And you can't blame Mr. Bohlin. This man and his group did the almost impossible getting SAS race worthy . He and his group have risked a lot to provide racing at SAS. The handwriting is on the wall for Texas asphalt racers. I have watched racing in Texas for 50+ years and I can't remember so much hard work and effort from promoters to boost attendance and car counts at their tracks than CCS , CTS and STS have this season.And to date they have not been rewarded for their efforts.And I can't figure it out either.Increased purses ,better facilities and continually trying to improve by listening to racer suggestions still hasn't worked.This weekend CTS has bet a lot on getting Super Stocks and Sportsmods to their track.They are anticipating a lot of sportsmods, 20 +.Nice giveaways and purses for the Supers.If the cars don't come on the 27th I don't think there is anything else they can do.Same goes for CCS on Aug. 10. If the support doesn't come NOW the only asphalt track in Texas will be HMP next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alloutpc17 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 What about having the TALMS race? And i think $20 a person and $15 for children is a little much for grandstands. Jmo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alloutpc17 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I see alot registered but alot of no shows also. whats the point in registering if you dont race or show up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nowrench Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 ive been to every race since the re opening and currently building a super stock hope this place sticks around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiTech Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 We will be at both remaining races ..We showed up for the rain out and this last heat burner ...the last race had to be moved and landed on other tracks race nights .that did not help the car count ..hopefully the next race will pack em in ...we look to bring four cars the 6th and 7 th .i know of another team will be bringing another bomber and if i keep talking they will bring two ......as for the purse it is not what brings us to sas .the track the people yep the food .its just fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratdaddy Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 The #17 TPS Silver Bullet will be there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford27 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 We Raced the 1st and blew a motor, went to race the 2nd but blew a transmission, missed the 3rd because I spent all my money on a motor and transmission but now I'm ready for the 4th race. And 1 car in sept and Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fast18 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I am supporting my home track and will continue to do so. If my finances get better (and I get some gears) I will try to make one or both of the last 2 races there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalfMile Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 Thanks Mickey......Now here is the only street stock that has supported CTS at every race this season, Surely someone here has a chunk he can borrow to help support another track that they wont be using on the September 6 & 7 weekend. Anything between a 5.13 and a 5.43 should work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastmontgomery15 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I have been saying this all along. Racers get them cars off the jack stands and out of weeds and get them running.We need this track open so lets get it done!!!! Thank you for your support!! Come on all you Chargers Thunder Stocks, Pure Stocks lets make our class the biggest the last two races!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackflag18 Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I am supporting my home track and will continue to do so. If my finances get better (and I get some gears) I will try to make one or both of the last 2 races there. I like your number fast18, are you running a ford 9" if so i might have gear you can borrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebelracewriter Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I've tried to curb my thoughts about this since the last time I raised hell about pavement racing I promptly got my head handed to me......Remember the big $5,000 to win Late Model show in Corpus?.....How many cars showed.....15....some of them were sitting in fields only weeks prior to the event, but TRUE racers got them put together in time to support Owen's show....Others sat back and made excuses why NOT to race....At that time I said that Late Models had shot themselves in the foot.....Terry Dickerson tried to revive the Late Models, Trucks and Modifieds with decent purses......Yet again guys found reasons NOT to race....I said at that time don't be surprised at what happens.....Soon enough Late Models in Texas were a thing of the past and San Antonio Speedway locked the gates..... Well here we are again, back at the breaking point....And all this after listening to the masses pleading, begging for SAS to reopen.....Now I realize that most of those ARE showing up to support the track and others have simply given up racing/sold cars.... BUT.....there's still groups of racers, with the funds, who refuse to venture outside their comfort zone.....WHY??? GRANTED.....this is an expensive hobby.....Having been a racer/part of a race team I get this, but only to a point....Is your car worth more on a track with the possibility of winning and/or making a few bucks......OR as yard art?......If you can't afford to race it, understood, so why not put it on the market for someone else that has the funds to put it on the track? POINTS? REALLY?.....By the time the next two races roll around your points will either be over or will only have 2-3 guys that have legitimate shots of winning a points title.....What about the other 15-20 cars in the classes? Schedule....These races have been spaced far enough apart to repair/rebuild most cars and as to not conflict with the other pavement tracks as much as possible.... NOW....before y'all going tearing my head off again.....Remember one thing, I had it right before.....and this is one thing I truly HATE being right about....a racetrack closing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alloutpc17 Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 Personaly, if the late models class would allow the open motor rule and not only crates, more would show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiTech Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 The #17 TPS Silver Bullet will be there!! bring your a game .....see you there .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebelracewriter Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 Personaly, if the late models class would allow the open motor rule and not only crates, more would show. Perhaps Jason....but that's not necessarily a given....What did HMP run?.....If my memory serves it was a Pro Late Model, not Super Late Model and they had a good share of the available cars... And this only pertains to one class.... FWIW....Everyone said that IMCA guys would NEVER go over to Crate Motors when they started them as an option.....Yet the top five cars at the recent Harris Clash all had crates.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulReyes Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 #24 will be there for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
termite#99 Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 I've tried to curb my thoughts about this since the last time I raised hell about pavement racing I promptly got my head handed to me......Remember the big $5,000 to win Late Model show in Corpus?.....How many cars showed.....15....some of them were sitting in fields only weeks prior to the event, but TRUE racers got them put together in time to support Owen's show....Others sat back and made excuses why NOT to race....At that time I said that Late Models had shot themselves in the foot.....Terry Dickerson tried to revive the Late Models, Trucks and Modifieds with decent purses......Yet again guys found reasons NOT to race....I said at that time don't be surprised at what happens.....Soon enough Late Models in Texas were a thing of the past and San Antonio Speedway locked the gates..... Well here we are again, back at the breaking point....And all this after listening to the masses pleading, begging for SAS to reopen.....Now I realize that most of those ARE showing up to support the track and others have simply given up racing/sold cars.... BUT.....there's still groups of racers, with the funds, who refuse to venture outside their comfort zone.....WHY??? GRANTED.....this is an expensive hobby.....Having been a racer/part of a race team I get this, but only to a point....Is your car worth more on a track with the possibility of winning and/or making a few bucks......OR as yard art?......If you can't afford to race it, understood, so why not put it on the market for someone else that has the funds to put it on the track? POINTS? REALLY?.....By the time the next two races roll around your points will either be over or will only have 2-3 guys that have legitimate shots of winning a points title.....What about the other 15-20 cars in the classes? Schedule....These races have been spaced far enough apart to repair/rebuild most cars and as to not conflict with the other pavement tracks as much as possible.... NOW....before y'all going tearing my head off again.....Remember one thing, I had it right before.....and this is one thing I truly HATE being right about....a racetrack closing.... Very well said Reb. I don't understand all these keyboard racers. If all the guys showed up that said they would "IF" the track reopened, this wouldn't be an issue.Well it's open, bring your cars! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
termite#99 Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 Are the Houston trucks and mods scared of the half mile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62fast Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
railer Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 The LeStourgeon family will be there for the next 2 races .We always feel welcomed there and good times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss31 Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 You only have to drive that track once and your hooked . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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