Texas Mile

Ricco · 08-20-2018, 08:33 AM

Is anyone familiar with the Texas Mile? I'm looking into it as somewhat of a bucket list item as my schedule just freed up for the weekend it is on.

Anyway, my question is regarding convertibles at the event. The way I read the rules means that convertibles need to have some sort of rollover protection. IE roll cage or roll bar. Since the 6th gen vert has no factory rollover protection (right?) I'd need an aftermarket cage or roll bar?

If anyone familiar with the event can confirm the way I interpret the rules I'd appreciate it. The way I read it means I wouldn't be able to run which would be a bummer.

Thanks,
Richard.

Ricco · 08-22-2018, 08:27 AM

Here is the reply I got from them. Guess that means I am out

Quote:

We do not currently allow convertibles without either factory rollover protection or a roll bar.

Otherwise would love to see your ZL1 there.

Thanks,
Kevin Mixon
Tech Director - The Texas Mile

*mlee* · 08-23-2018, 09:40 AM

Yeah, kind of figured that was coming. This is definitely on my bucket list.

62nalide · 08-23-2018, 09:56 AM

It is a nice event to attend. I have also seen some pretty bad wrecks and is very understandable for the extra safety hardware on convertibles. You can also look into the half mile events like Texas invitationals and see what rules they have.

dfwcowboy · 08-23-2018, 10:07 AM

Has anyone ever went as a spectator? It looks like one of the runways may be left open so I'm thinking about flying in. I'm just wondering if there's much to see and do in the way of vendors and static displays.

*mlee* · 08-23-2018, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by dfwcowboy

Has anyone ever went as a spectator? It looks like one of the runways may be left open so I'm thinking about flying in. I'm just wondering if there's much to see and do in the way of vendors and static displays.

I used to go before they moved it. Not much in the way of vendor setups (maybe that's changed) but most have camps full of their cars so plenty to see there. Definitely bring an ice chest and some shade. It is a lot of fun.

dfwcowboy · 08-23-2018, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by mlee

I used to go before they moved it. Not much in the way of vendor setups (maybe that's changed) but most have camps full of their cars so plenty to see there. Definitely bring an ice chest and some shade. It is a lot of fun.

I just got an email reply and was told there will be an open runway. So I think I'll land Saturday morning and leave when I've seen enough.

08-20-2018, 08:33 AM	#1
Ricco Drives: 2018 ZL1 Vert A10 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Houston Posts: 471	Texas Mile Is anyone familiar with the Texas Mile? I'm looking into it as somewhat of a bucket list item as my schedule just freed up for the weekend it is on. Anyway, my question is regarding convertibles at the event. The way I read the rules means that convertibles need to have some sort of rollover protection. IE roll cage or roll bar. Since the 6th gen vert has no factory rollover protection (right?) I'd need an aftermarket cage or roll bar? If anyone familiar with the event can confirm the way I interpret the rules I'd appreciate it. The way I read it means I wouldn't be able to run which would be a bummer. Thanks, Richard. __________________ 2018 ZL1 Vert - 854Whp / 791Wtq 2016 BRZ 2013 X5D 2005 STI 2001 2.5 RS Previous cars in chronological order 2016 GT350, 2014 MEV Rocket, 2013 Nissan Qashqai + 2, 1.6L Diesel, 2010 Nissan Note 1.5L Diesel, 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins, 2009 Subaru Impreza STI, 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2004 Mini Cooper S, 1997 Subaru Impreza Catalunya special Edition, 1992 Daihatsu Charade GTti, 1978 Mk1 Ford Fiesta

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62nalide Drives: 2013 SS Join Date: May 2013 Location: DFW Posts: 4,102	It is a nice event to attend. I have also seen some pretty bad wrecks and is very understandable for the extra safety hardware on convertibles. You can also look into the half mile events like Texas invitationals and see what rules they have. __________________ https://frankensteined.net/ Martin@Frankensteined.net

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dfwcowboy Drives: 2024 ZL1 M6, 1969 Cessna Skylane Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Dallas Posts: 368	Has anyone ever went as a spectator? It looks like one of the runways may be left open so I'm thinking about flying in. I'm just wondering if there's much to see and do in the way of vendors and static displays.

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