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Cypher Group - a new Formula 1 effort from the USA?

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  1. Peloton25

    Peloton25 F1 Veteran

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    First spotted reference on the SpeedTV forums:

    http://my.speedtv.com/go/thread/view/55846/23182965/New_U.S._based_F1_Team_Cypher_Group

    They've set up a Twitter page here: http://twitter.com/Cyphergroup

    Facebook page here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cypher-Group/115086305177498?ref=mf

    In a response to one question on Facebook they write:

    Hopefully KA and PW are not involved... ;)

    >8^)
    ER
     
  2. jknight

    jknight F1 Veteran

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    #2 jknight, Apr 22, 2010
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    these folks???

    14091 12th St
    Chino, CA 91710-6937
    Phone: (909) 595-1150
    Website: Information not found (?)

    Business Categories
    Decorative home furnishings and supplies in Chino, CA
    Wholesale Homefurnishings, Home Furnishing Merchant Wholesalers

    Cypher Groups, Inc Business InformationClaim This ProfileCypher Groups, Inc is a private company categorized under Decorative Home Furnishings and Supplies and located in Chino, CA. Our records show it was established in 2004 and incorporated in California. Current estimates show this company has an annual revenue of $1,200,000 and employs a staff of approximately 14.

    OR these folks:

    CypherGroups, INC. (also in Chino - perhaps same group)

    We are manufacturer and wholesaler located in Los Angeles Area. We are dedicated to provide the best value for all gaming needs. We are one of the largest distributors for poker table and video game accessories in North America.

    We produce accessories for all video game consoles.
    All of our items are imported directly from our own factory, thus, we are able to bring you good quality of products at an unbelievable low prices.


    OR these folks - oop's this person:

    510 Autumn Ct Apt 207
    Elgin, IL 60123-2574
    Phone: (630) 271-4698
    Website: Information not found (?)

    Computer graphics service in Elgin, IL
    Data Processing/Preparation Custom Computer Programing, Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services

    Cypher Group Inc Business InformationClaim This ProfileCypher Group Inc is a private company categorized under Computer Graphics Service and located in Elgin, IL. Current estimates show this company has an annual revenue of $67,000 and employs a staff of approximately 1.

    also this for the same address:

    CYPHER GROUP INC is in the Computer Processing and Data Preparation and Processing Services industry in ELGIN, IL. This company currently has approximately 1 to 5 employees and annual sales of Under $500,000. Founded in 1999.


    interesting is that there's no names involved with this......

    I would venture to say this computer graphics group may be part of it if you look at their logo on facebook - interesting use of font, background and the G and P in group or someone else who knows Adobe Illustrator.

    Another interesting thing is that Mike Fuller (Mulsannemike) is a twitter follower - he was employed at the defunt us effort. Can't believe someone suggested Marco and Scott Speed for drivers, Danika (someone needs a spelling lesson!), Jeff Gordon, Kyle Busch, Tommy Kendall (TransAM times) - this is going to be interesting to say the least.

    Carol

    Is this really for real - they (Cypher Group) just posted this on Facebook:
    Americas F1 Team sponsored by McDonalds....Sounds good!
    7 minutes ago ·
     
  3. tifosi12

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    #3 tifosi12, Apr 22, 2010
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  4. aquapuss

    aquapuss Formula 3

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    The group is headed by Louis Cypher. I hear it's gonna be one hell of a racing team.
     
  5. Peloton25

    Peloton25 F1 Veteran

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    I think one of their Twitter posts places them in North Carolina. The heart of motorsports in the USA and the place with the best carbon fibers. ;)

    >8^)
    ER
     
  6. joker57676

    joker57676 Two Time F1 World Champ

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    If this is legit, theoretically, they could purchase the equipment USF1 left behind at a discount and be decently set up (assuming it all hasn't been repo'ed or auctioned yet). Realistically, where else in the US could they be better set up than North Carolina? I really would like to see some US team actually have a go at it. I think US engineering is tops in the world when given freedom, and think we have all the resources to make something successful. In my opinion, all that is needed is someone with the brains, connections, and experience to head it up and it could work....my fingers are crossed.

    Mark
     
  7. VIZSLA

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    The only thing that I know for sure is that it will be twice as hard for any US team since USF1 imploded.
    Cue up "Won't get fooled again"
     
  8. jknight

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    #8 jknight, Apr 23, 2010
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    an understatement if this is him (nice films, huh??) this may explain some of the bizarre followers on facebook!!

    http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0194231/

    Carol

    (photo caption) Sideshow act Circus Mundus Absurdus getting ready to get on the stage. Louis Cypher getting on his hellish makeup
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  9. Roots Mon

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    #9 Roots Mon, Apr 23, 2010
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    They've established accounts with Facebook and Twitter?

    Anyone going to these extreme lengths must be for real;
    they certainly can't be some middle aged afterthoughts
    sitting in their mother's basement in central France with
    their tighty whities pulled up to their chest bashing out
    padantic drivel could they?

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=052p3fZe2Gk&feature=youtube_gdata

    RM
     
  10. Gilles27

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    From Webster:


    That's pretty appropriate.
     
  11. joker57676

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    Just doing some internet research...some sources believe this is a group of former USF1 employees who weren't please with how the team was run by KA and PW but still want to get a US team on the grid. I just hope they have the connections and/or resources to make this happen.

    Mark
     
  12. daniel

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    Lou Cypher? That's a good one....
     
  13. Bas

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    They set up a twitter AND facebook account?

    Damn, this must be the real deal.
     
  14. VIZSLA

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    Most importantly.
    What about the toasters?
     
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    I heard that it was carbon fiber waffle irons...
     
  16. VIZSLA

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    Don't tease me with such fantastic dreams!
     
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    Let's not get ahead of ourselves, here....

    ;)
     
  18. VIZSLA

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    Sorry must be the pain killers got me giddy :)
     
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  20. jknight

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    #20 jknight, Apr 23, 2010
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    that would be most interesting, reckon he'd hit it off with Bernie?

    latest entry on the group's facebook page: There's something very shady about all of this. First off, the name - "Cypher" Group. That's a very interesting name that's full of interpretations. Is this the remnants of US F1? Is Ken Anderson involved in any way?

    no response to this yet.. nand I've come to the conclusion that their only asset at this point is the book - 10th Edition Familar Quotations.

    Carol
     
  21. Peloton25

    Peloton25 F1 Veteran

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    Just to clarify - starting Twitter and FB accounts doesn't give them any validity in my eyes either. I provided the links so that people could follow any progress that is made through them if they wanted to.

    >8^)
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  22. tifosi12

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    Indeed. As aquapuss already commented:

     
  23. TifosiUSA

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    Not with the crap about an F1 team being based in the states again...ugh
     
  24. ferraripete

    ferraripete F1 World Champ

    well, we are headed into summer soon...we need a thread like this to get us through to the winter months! :)
     
  25. Jack-the-lad

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    #25 Jack-the-lad, Apr 25, 2010
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    Angel Heart.....
     

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