DANVILLE, VA. – Miss Big Kahuna 2007 is Playmate of the Month, February 2007, Heather Smith. Heather will preside over the Suzuki Big Kahuna Nationals presented by Dunlop and ROCKSTAR at VIRginia International Raceway, August 17-19!

Meet Heather and the rest of the Umbrella Girls at the Original Doubleheader. Heather is one of the lovely women featured in the 2008 Umbrella Girls calendar. “I’m thrilled to be able to see the Superbike races,” says Heather. “I’ve always loved speed and excitement, so this is going to be a real treat for me, and for the fans at the track.

“I understand that VIR is a beautiful place to visit and a great place to watch races. I’ve heard a lot of good things about the track so I’m looking forward to seeing it in person next month,” she adds.

Heather and the Umbrella Girls will be at the track all weekend, adding another attraction to the event so be sure to meet them and get an autograph.

Returning to VIRginia International Raceway, August 17-19, the Suzuki Big Kahuna Nationals presented by Dunlop and ROCKSTAR brings a full weekend of racing, stunt shows, fan parties, kids’ area, jumbo screen viewing, a larger vendor area, and much more. The Big Kahuna will have something for everyone.

Promoted by Colorado-based M1 Entertainment, the three-day double-header brings some of the best road racing riders to VIR’s scenic 2.25-mile road course. As always, the Suzuki Big Kahuna Nationals will offer a variety of ticket packages. Standard three-day general-admission tickets with paddock access will be available ($65 advance/$75 at gate), as will one-day tickets for Friday ($25, not available in advance), Saturday ($50/$60) and Sunday ($50/$60). General car parking will be available for $5, and infield car parking is priced at $10. Motorcycle parking will be free. Those who wish to camp can purchase a weekend camping pass for $50 per vehicle (all persons in a campsite must have an admission ticket), and a parade lap of the track can be obtained for $10.

Pit Walk Passes, which allow cold pit access, will be available for $20 in advance or $30 at Registration only. There are only 1000 of these passes available, and access is good for all practice and qualifying sessions throughout the weekend. Fans are reminded that closed-toe shoes are required in the cold pit area. Also, you must be 16 years or older to enter the pit area.

With only 2000 available, the Big Kahuna Pass includes three-day admission, paddock access, a Pit Walk Pass, a Parade Lap, a car parking pass and an official 2007 Big Kahuna hat. This pass is available for $110 (sold in advance only).

There are two levels of Hospitality Passes available. The Pagoda Hospitality Suite includes three-day admission, Paddock Access, a car parking pass and hospitality access to the banquet hall and balcony located above The Pagoda Grille in the main paddock on Saturday and Sunday. Only 400 Pagoda Hospitality Suite Passes will be available, and are priced at $125 (sold in advance only). For children 5-12 years of age, the Little Pagoda Suite is available for $40 and is sold in advance only.