Leg 1 of the Great Texas kicks off today at 10 am. Check it out at www.gt300.com or facebook.com/greattexas300. The forecast calls for a good, stiff breeze at 15-20 knots all day out of the south south east. Under these conditions, the fleet should be moving fast. The race starts at 10 am from South Padre. Expect boats to be arriving in Mustang Island between 4-6 pm today. Enjoy!

Steve Piche, skipper of Team Great Texas 300!