Tag: formula 1

  • Austin and Austinites price gouging F1 fans?

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    In anticipation of the upcoming F1 race in Austin, hotels and limousines are all booked up and many restaurants are already taking reservations. Hotel rooms that normally go for $200 a night are now selling at ten times that much, or more. Parking spaces for the race are selling for $200 for the three days.…

  • Watch Party in the rain

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    Today’s weather did not deter over 100 participants from attending the F1 Watch Party at Cool River Cafe’ today, as fans gathered to watch Nico Rosberg bring Mercedes back to the podium. It was also a good day for the McLaren team, as both Button and Hamilton joined Rossberg on the podium. A great day…

  • Circuit of the Americas construction coming along, locals eagerly anticipating first race.

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    The real Circuit of the Americas track in SE Travis County may not be finished yet, but the miniature one in NW Travis County is getting ready for some racing in just a few weeks. Here is a recent construction pic. Keep your eyes out for some well known F1 cars to be showing up…

  • Lawsuit against Formula 1 and/or COTA

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    Just to be very clear- I do NOT want a lawsuit. I DO want the race to happen in Austin. Plain and simple for anyone who did not understand or who thinks I want to sue. Having an international caliber track with F1 and other racing here in Austin is good for everyone. Mr Ecclestone…

  • Last Formula 1 race of the season

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    Today is the last F1 race of the 2011 season. While there may be some doubt about whether or not F1 will be in Austin in 2012, there is no doubt that the F1 Watch Parties at Cool River will continue to be a great place to watch all the races.

  • Austin Formula 1

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    I will not comment on any issues related to Formula 1 in Austin. There are enough rumours and speculation out there that I don’t need to contribute. Just keep thinking positively F1 fans!

  • Indian Gran Prix- F1 Watch Party at Cool River

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    Yes, it’s Halloween season, and yes, the F1 Watch Parties at Cool River Cafe’ sponsored by Zinger Hardware and John Eagle European continue. This is the inaugural season for the track in Buddh, and it should be a very exciting race.  This Sunday, come on out and join us great food, exotic cars, and of…

  • Austin Texas Racing

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    As the Circuit of the Americas in Austin will not only be the US home of Formula 1 racing, but also MotoGP and V8 Supercars, our friends Austin F1 Hotels have changed their name to Austin Race Hotels. Congratulations on the new name and logo! Of course, Races2U is all about slot car racing of any…

  • Michael Schumacher Mercedes Formula 1 Limited Edition In-stock

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    Not since Ayrton Senna has there been another driver like Michael Schumacher. Seven time World Champion, considered by many to be the greatest driver of all time. This highly detailed replica of the car he has driven for the 2010-2011 season was produced in a limited quantity of only 5000, and they are already a…