San Felipe, BC - #1A
Racing out of the challenging Baja California desert terrain that has shaped his competitive edge, Jose Luis Velez has established himself as a formidable force in SCORE International desert racing. His breakout 2021 season showcased his elite-level talent, capturing the SCORE Baja 500 class championship in Pro Quads while conquering the demanding Ensenada desert course that has ended countless racing dreams.
Velez's consistency at the sport's highest level was further demonstrated with his third-place podium finish at the 2021 SCORE Baja 1000, proving his mettle in the world's most prestigious and punishing desert race. The grueling 1000-mile odyssey through Baja's unforgiving landscape serves as the ultimate proving ground for desert racers, and Velez's podium performance places him among the sport's elite competitors.
Based in San Felipe, Velez benefits from year-round access to some of the most challenging desert terrain on the planet, allowing him to hone his skills in conditions that mirror the demanding SCORE championship courses. His intimate knowledge of Baja's treacherous landscape, combined with his proven ability to perform under pressure in the sport's most demanding events, positions him as a serious contender for future SCORE championships.
The 2021 Season had great competition within the Pro Quad teams, starting Read More
Half of the field of Quad teams failed to finish the SCORE Baja 400 due to the tough terrain and difficult silt that stalled many of the teams on the course. In the Pro Quad class, however, 2020 class champion Jose Luis Velez got his second win of the season. Racing with family members Felipe and Nicolas Velez, the team is close in points for a season championship, but they will have to do well at the SCORE Baja 1000. Read More
It seemed like a fast race for the Pro Quad teams, most of whom finished the 466-mile course in a little over 12-hours. First across the finish line was the 1a team of Jose Luis Velez from San Felipe, who rode the race solo. Read More
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