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sand track concrete start with big jumps and Nevadas fastest riders
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The beginning of the new season always brings out some flashy new gear. We got our hands on the first editions of Six Six One’s popular Flight II helmet. Complete with some new additions to the liner and other aspects, these helmets also come in exciting new colorways. While they won’t be available until March, we just couldn’t wait to show them to you. Be sure to look for Kyle Chisholm debuting the pink and yellow colorway at Anaheim this weekend.
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We’re not really sure when Team Red Bull Honda’s Ben Townley will be returning to action, but while testing some products for an upcoming issue today, we spotted him spinning some laps aboard his new ‘09 CRF450R at Perris Raceway. While we didn’t get a chance to catch up with him today, check back later for an update on his plans for the new year.
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(December 31, 2008) Corona, CA. MSR and Kevin Windham announced today that the two parties have reached a three-year agreement for Kevin Windham to use and endorse MSR apparel starting in the 2009 racing season.
Windham, who is known as one of the most naturally talented riders of his era turned pro in 1994 and quickly scored a SX championship in 1996. He has become a fan favorite, and continues to be a podium threat in any race he competes in.
“I am really excited about starting this new relationship with MSR.” Stated Kevin Windham. “They have a tremendous heritage, and the apparel is the perfect blend of style & functionality. It’s going to be great to be involved with the MSR brand at both a personal & performance level”.
MSR’s Director David Casella is equally excited. “Signing a three-year deal with an icon like Kevin Windham is just awesome for MSR. The brand has really flourished the last few years and there is no doubt in my mind that having Kevin on board will really take it to the next level ”.
MSR Marketing Manager Randy Valade adds, “Kevin has been in the sport so long now, I believe with his experience and willingness to win, this will put MSR where it needs to be in the gear industry.”
Make sure to watch Windham’s debut as a MSR team rider this weekend as the AMA Supercross series kicks off at Anaheim’s Edison Field, January 3, 2009.
MSR has been in the business of making quality motocross products since 1971.
For more information log onto www.k14msrmx.com
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You can’t have a pin-up shoot without a video, right?
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In case you missed the photo gallery from yesterday, check it out below.
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Supercrossafterparty.com and Monster Energy want to invite all supercross fans to supercross after-party at Heat Ultra lounge for a blow out party with their athletes and the entire industry. Heat is the newest and hottest Bar in Orange County.
Be one of the first 50 fans that log onto supercrossafterparty.com and join our mailing list and you will get the VIP treatment, No cover charge and access to the VIP room with all the stars of supercross. Log on to find out more. Make sure you come ready to party and dress to impress.
Even if you can’t make it to Anaheim or the after-party log on to supercrossafterparty.com to check out updated photo galleries every week from the after-party and the pits. These are the behind the scenes photos that you can’t find anywhere else!
Supercrossafterparty.com and Monster Energy are going to be Rocking After-Parties at Every Round this year- so don’t miss out on the action whether you make it in person, or just have to live it through the web!
Don’t be mislead there’s only one supercross after party this season! www.supercrossafterparty.com
Heat Ultra Lounge 714-776-4328
321 W. Katella Ave Suite 214
Anaheim, Ca 92802
www.heatultraloungeoc.com
About Cities2night.com (C2N) – The Supercross After-Party is a C2N production, Cities2night is a lifestyle marketing agency focused on bridging the gap between online social network’s and offline experiences. C2N acquired JG Marketing Group -Former Supercross racer Jamey “the People’s Champ” Grosser marketing agency in 2008. Jamey originated the Supercross after Party in 1997 with sxap.com. Jamey Grosser is now Vice President and Partner with Cities2night. Cites2night.com is currently in 17 cities nationally and two internationally with plans of expansion to 9 more in 2009. Log on to cities2night.com to join our network and learn more about this exciting company.
Monster Energy supports the sport. Be it, Supercross, MX, MotoGP, road racing, supermoto, off-road, FMX, skate, MTB, wake, mini bikes, surf, snowboards, skiing or BMX - name it - the athletes are rockin’ Monster Energy more than anything these days. Check out all the types - Original Monster Energy, Monster Lo-Carb, Monster Assault, Monster Khaos, Monster’s fruit juice hybrid dubbed “M-80,” the party-friendly MIXXD and the ground-breaking Java Monster premium coffee & cream drink line supercharged with our Monster Energy blend.
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Deep sand/clay based track, approx 2 min lap times.
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Former Arenacross powerhouse team TiLUBE Racing is slated to make the jump to Monster Energy AMA Supercross in a few short weeks. The team, TiLUBE/ FLY Racing, Brown Motorsports is preparing to do battle in the 250cc West Coast Lites series starting January 3rd at Anaheim Stadium.
The team consists of riders Alex Martin # 144 from Millville, Minnesota and Ben Evans # 235 from Boise, Idaho. Both young riders will be making their Pro Supercross debut at Anaheim after coming off impressive amateur and early Pro careers.
Martin, now 19 years old, raced a few of the final rounds of the AMA Motocross championships this last summer after a solid amateur career that saw him in the front of the pack at nearly every major amateur national. Martin, whose parents owns Spring Creek MX Park in Millville, Minnesota, finished 14th in the second moto at his home race and first ever Pro national. Martin has been looking forward to racing Supercross for years. “I’ve grown up watching Supercross on TV and I’m excited to get my chance to prove myself,” said Martin of Supercross, “It’s my turn to work hard and see what I can make of it.”
Evans, now 19 years old, also had a successful amateur career and even has a Loretta Lynn’s title to his name. In his short time in the pro ranks Evans has already experienced some success. Evans finished in the top 20 in a moto at Steel City this year and he has had some impressive finishes in Canada including a win and several podiums. He is most recently coming off a win at the Stuttgart Supercross in Germany. Evans is looking forward to riding Supercross as well. “I’ve loved racing motocross since I was a little kid,” Evans said, “now I love racing Supercross and I’m thankful I am able to ride at this level.”
The team will be riding Honda CRF250’s and will be competing in all of the West Coast 250 rounds. The bikes will have motor work from Allan Brown, former team manager and organizer of Moto XXX and owner of Brown Motorsports. “I look forward to working with Ben and Alex, Brown commented. “Both riders have shown great potential to become top professional riders. After helping the TiLube Arenacross team win some races in 2008, I am excited about what the team can do in Supercross.”
Race Tech will be returning to team’s program again this year, doing all of the suspension work. “Race Tech is excited to work with the new upcoming riders and we look forward to the 2009 season,” said ,” Ronnie Williams of Race Tech. “We are happy to be an important part of TiLUBE’s race team efforts again.”
The team is sponsored by the following fine companies: TiLUBE oils and race fuels, Brown Motorsports, FLY Racing, Race Tech “The Science of Suspension,” Pirelli tires, QTM brakes, Wiseco pistons, RK chains, Dr. D exhausts, Excel wheels, UFO plastic, Tamer Billet, Storm Lake Honda, Vortex handlebars and sprockets, Dark Synergy clutch springs, Powermadd hand guards, Scott goggles, Motion Pro cables and tools, Sano Systems, Carl’s Cycle, SDG seats, Pivot Works, Brotherhood Industries, Pit Pass Radio, Podium Ink, and Fusion Graphics.
About TiLUBE: TiLUBE performance lubricants and race fuels are considered “Ultimate Lubrication” for motorcycles and ATV’s. TiLUBE has race tested and dyno proven all products since the company’s inception. Used by our team and several others, TiLUBE oils offer 100% synthetic technology for modern 4-stroke engines. TiLUBE offers safety and protection in extreme conditions and contains additives to ensure positive clutch operation and sheer stability when the engine oil is shared with the transmission and clutch. TiLUBE also offers chain lube, multiple gear box oils, engine oils, and race gas. TiLUBE performance lubricants can be found in fine retailers across the United States. For more information on TILUBE, visit www.TiLube.com
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Swap caught up with Team Geico Powersports Honda rider Brett Metcalfe this morning out at MX Heaven. While he’s working on the video, here’s a few quick snapshots to check out!
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Effective January 1, 2009, Mr. Bob Maynard will join the SCOTT Sports Group as Director of Motosports Product Development. For the past 15 years, Bob has served as the CEO of THOR MX, a leading motocross apparel brand. He will report to Beat Zaugg, CEO, SCOTT Sports Group. Bob can be reached through SCOTT USA at bmaynard@scottusa.com
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Cities2night.com is proud to announce the official Monster Energy Supercross After- Party Tour. Dates and locations can be found at the all new web site www.supercrossafterparty.com (formerly www.sxap.com).
Cities2night.com has joined AMA Monster Energy Supercross Series sponsor, Monster Energy, to host the hottest parties taking place post-race. Athletes and industry folks will come out to party with die-hard race fans at a local bar or nightclub. Log on to www.supercrossafterparty.com to get details and enter to win a VIP pass to the exclusive invite-only area, sponsored by Jagermeister! You better move fast because only 50 VIP passes will be awarded per party.
** All entrants must be over 21 years old to participate.
Can’t make it to a race this year? Check out our online coverage of the after-parties featuring photos of the world-famous VIP guests and celebrity athletes!
About Cities2night.com (C2N) - Cities2night is a lifestyle marketing agency focused on bridging the gap between online social networks and offline experiences. C2N acquired JG Marketing Group -former Supercross racer Jamey “the People’s Champ” Grosser’s marketing agency in 2008. Jamey originated the Supercross after Party in 1997 with sxap.com. Jamey Grosser is now Vice President and Partner with Cities2night. Cites2night.com is currently in 17 cities nationally and two internationally with plans of expansion to 9 more in 2009. Log on to cities2night.com to join our network and learn more about this exciting company.
About Jägermeister
Imported from Germany and made with herbs and spices, Jägermeister is the most popular shot brand in the United States and the leading imported cordial. Known for its creative marketing and innovative promotions, Jägermeister is proud to be a part of Supercross in the United States. Jägermeister is imported by Sidney Frank Importing Co., Inc. of New Rochelle, NY. Jägermeister Liqueur, 35% alc./vol. Know Your Limits. Always Drink Responsibly.
About Monster Energy
Monster Energy supports the sport. Be it Supercross, MX, MotoGP, road racing, supermoto, off-road, FMX, skate, MTB, wake, mini bikes, surf, snowboards, skiing or BMX - name it - the athletes are rockin’ Monster Energy more than anything these days. Check out all the types - Original Monster Energy, Monster Lo-Carb, Monster Assault, Monster Khaos, Monster’s fruit juice hybrid dubbed “M-80,” the party-friendly MIXXD and the ground-breaking Java Monster premium coffee & cream drink line supercharged with our Monster Energy blend.
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It’s that time again, time for a new issue of TransWorld Motocross. And for all the faithful readers out there that means it’s time for a new Pin Up. Hitting newstands in the next few days will be Alicia, but rather than make you wait that long, we decided to give you a little preview of what’s to come on the February poster. Enjoy!
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After a successful summer on the 450–finishing eighth overall in ‘08 outdoor Nationals–Jeff Alessi has found himself a ride aboard a MotoConcepts Racing Honda for the 2009 season. Though Alessi has a gig for ‘09, it isn’t aboard the 450 like many may be suspecting. That’s right, Alessi will be competing in the Lites division; both indoors and out. We caught up with the California native recently at the MCR team intro to discuss his thoughts about his summer on the 450 and his goals and plans for the future.
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AURORA, Ill. (December 30, 2009) – The lineup for the 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season has officially been released, showcasing new faces in different places and a talented, deep roster of contenders. The 2009 season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive and exciting championships in history.
Leading the way as the top contenders for this season’s title is reigning AMA Supercross champion Chad Reed and 2007 AMA Supercross class champion James Stewart. Ready for the challenges that lie ahead, former AMA Supercross Lites class champion and premier class rookie Ryan Villopoto is ready to take the next step while veteran Kevin Windham looks to break through with his first AMA Supercross class title.
In the AMA Supercross Lites class, defending regional champions Jason Lawrence (West) and Trey Canard (East) return to achieve the rare feat of multiple AMA Supercross Lites class championships. Fresh off a breakthrough season in 2008, Ryan Dungey is hungry to claim his first AMA championship while Brett Metcalfe, Austin Stroupe, and Jake Weimer look for success.
Monster Energy Kawasaki
2 Ryan Villopoto
15 Tim Ferry
San Manuel Yamaha
7 James Stewart
38 Kyle Chisholm
Rockstar / Makita Suzuki
10 Ryan Dungey
20 Nico Izzi
22 Chad Reed
26 Michael Byrne
800 Mike Alessi
Team Yamaha
8 Grant Langston
60 Broc Hepler
75 Josh Hill
Honda Red Bull Racing
9 Ivan Tedesco
18 Davi Millsaps
29 Andrew Short
101 Ben Townley
Spike Energy/Toyota Yamaha (Joe Gibbs Racing)
21 Cody Cooper
33 Josh Grant
GEICO Powersports Honda
14 Kevin Windham
24 Brett Metcalfe
39 Trey Canard
40 Daniel Reardon
61 Blake Wharton
Monster Energy / Pro Circuit Kawasaki
19 Jake Weimer
46 Austin Stroupe
116 Ryan Morais
377 Christophe Pourcel
Jagermeister/MDK KTM
11 Travis Preston
28 Josh Summey
Hart & Huntington Honda
59 Troy Adams
67 Josh Hansen
Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull Honda
47 Jimmy Albertson
63 Chris Blose
85 Sean Borkenhagen
MDK/Muscle Milk KTM
31 Ryan Sipes
51 Martin Davalos
49 Justin Brayton
50 Will Hahn
100 Tommy Searle
Star Racing Yamaha
41 Matt Lemoine
43 Broc Tickle
159 Darryn Durham
TBD Michael Hall
Canidae MotoSport Kawasaki
36 Kyle Cunningham
48 Tommy Hahn
87 PJ Larsen
148 Hunter Hewitt
DNA Energy / BTOSports.com / BBMX
45 Jason Thomas
54 Matt Boni
65 Shaun Skinner
256 Bryan Johnson
TBD Kyle Keylon
Atomic Racing / Cernic’s Kawasaki
35 Paul Carpenter
52 Robert Kiniry
82 Jack Carpenter
Brawndo/ Solitaire Honda
55 Ryan Clark
58 Phil Nicoletti
Suzuki City
34 Matt Goerke
77 Steven Clarke
Moto Concepts/RXR Honda
79 Cole Siebler
801 Jeff Alessi
979 Ben Coisy
TBD Daniel McCoy
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> . For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com <mailto:dennyhartwig@livenation.com> or 630-566-6305.
ABOUT FELD MOTOR SPORTS
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com
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Santa Clarita, CA (December 29, 2008) AXO America is pleased to announce the addition of WMA Star, X Games Silver Medalist, and former WORCS Women’s Pro Champion - Sherri Cruse to the 2009 AXO team roster.
19-year-old Cruse, really made her mark in women’s pro racing last season with a WMA national win at Thunder Valley, Lakewood, CO and with her silver medal performance at the first ever women’s Moto X race at the ESPN X Games, which aired live on ABC. Sherri will be racing for AXO in 2009 at the top women’s professional motocross and off-road events including the WMA Cup, the eight-stop AMA/WMA National Motocross Championship, the X Games, and select WORCS races.
“Women’s pro motocross has become very high profiled and highly competitive these days. It made great sense to add rising star Sherri Cruse to the AXO Family” said John Simanovich AXO’s Director of Motorsport “We look forward to her input on our product both for the needs of a hardcore rider and in the future for needs of women riders specifically.”
“I am really happy to be representing AXO. They have done some innovative things with gear for 2009 and I’m looking forward to getting them on the podium “said Cruse
Cruse will be debuting in the AXO Sport Gear and Prime Boots on New Year’s Day 2009 at the WMA Cup at Freestone Raceway, Wortham, Texas
For more info on AXO America visit www.axo.com or call AXO 1877-AXO-RACE (661) 257-0916.
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With Anaheim 1 only a few short days away, we’ve compiled 16 track maps (excluding the Daytona Supercross, which makes it 17 rounds) that allow us a little glimpse into the future, so to speak. Of the 16 tracks displayed below, six of them were designed by living legends of our sport. Jeremy McGrath and Travis Pastrana are just a couple of. Check ‘em out!
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AURORA, Ill. (December 29, 2008) – The 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, kicks off at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., this Saturday for the first of three races at the famed facility. AMA Supercross champion Chad Reed will defend his championship against the top racers in the world, including James Stewart, who returns from injury, Kevin Windham, who was runner-up last year and Ryan Villopoto, who is one of the world’s top young racers.
Reed, of Dade City, Fla., dominated in Anaheim last year, winning all three races en route to his second AMA Supercross title. The three-race sweep marked the first time the Rockstar/Makita Suzuki rider had won at the legendary Angel Stadium since 2004. He joins former AMA Supercross class champion Stewart as the only riders to sweep all three races in Anaheim.
GEICO Powersports Honda’s Windham, of Centreville, Miss., chased Reed to the final race of the season in 2008 and finished second overall in the standings. The veteran earned four main event wins and eight podium finishes, marking the third time in his career that he finished runner-up in the championship.
Team San Manuel Yamaha’s Stewart, who missed most of the 2008 Monster Energy® Supercross season due to a knee injury, will challenge Reed for the number-one plate. On the way to winning his first AMA Supercross championship in 2007, Stewart, of Haines City, Fla., captured 13 wins and two additional podium appearances.
“Defending your championship is harder than winning because you have guys that are really hungry to take it from you,” said Stewart. ”You have to work double-time just to stay ahead of the game.”
Former AMA Supercross Lites class champion Villopoto, of Poulsbo, Wash., makes his AMA Supercross class debut at Angel Stadium. The Monster Energy Kawasaki rider is a three-time AMA Motocross Lites class champion and has the speed to run with the elite riders in this class.
“I don’t think it’s out of reach to win the championship, but it’s definitely going to be tough,” Villopoto added. “I might be asking a lot, though. You have to look at being consistent and that’s what I want to do. If I can be consistent, I can maybe get second or third.”
Also returning to the class in 2009 are Red Bull Honda’s Davi Millsaps, of Cairo, Ga., who won main events at Atlanta’s Georgia Dome and Detroit’s Ford Field, and Factory Yamaha’s Josh Hill, of Yoncalla, Ore., who won the main event at Minneapolis’ Metrodome.
Rockstar/Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey, of Belle Plaine, Minn., was runner up in the 2008 Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites class and won two of the three main events in Anaheim last year. YOT, Boost Mobile, Monster Energy, AM/PM’s Jason Lawrence, of Carlsbad, Calif., won the third and final race last year in Anaheim, eventually earning the class championship. Like it has shown in years past, this season’s AMA Supercross Lites class is expected to be stacked with talent.
“The field is so deep in the lites class that I could probably name off a couple dozen guys that are going to be fast next year,” said Dungey. “I’m just going to train this off season and work toward being 100 percent for the start of the season. We’ll see who is lined up on the gate at that time.”
The first AMA Supercross race was held in Anaheim on December 4, 1976, and Marty Smith won on a Honda. Ricky Carmichael and Jeremy McGrath share the all-time AMA Supercross class win record at Angel Stadium with eight wins each. In the Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites class, three riders have swept all three races at Angel Stadium: Villopoto, Ivan Tedesco and Ernesto Fonseca. Stewart, Windham and McGrath are the only riders in history to win in the AMA Supercross Lites class and AMA Supercross class at Anaheim.
Tickets are available at www.SupercrossOnline.com, by phone at 714-740-2000 or 213-480-3232, the Angel Stadium box office, Ticketmaster, Ticketmaster outlets, www.ticketmaster.com, and participating Yamaha dealerships. Club Level and Diamond Club seats are $75; Trackside Seats are $45; Extreme seats are $35; Upper Deck seats are $30 for adults and $15 for kids. All seats are $2 more on the day of the race. Practice and qualifying begin at 12:30 and racing begins at 7:00 p.m. Just recycle any empty Monster Energy can at the Pit Entrance for your free admission to the Pit Party with a valid Saturday ticket from 12:30PM – 6:00PM. Pit Passes will also be available for purchase for $10 on the event day at the Angel Stadium box office.
Past Winners in Anaheim
AMA Supercross Class
January 5, 2008: Chad Reed
January 19, 2008: Chad Reed
February 2, 2008: Chad Reed
January 6, 2007: James Stewart
January 20, 2007: James Stewart
February 3, 2007: James Stewart
January 07, 2006: James Stewart
January 21, 2006: Ricky Carmichael
February 04, 2006: Ricky Carmichael
January 8, 2005 Kevin Windham
January 22, 2005 Ricky Carmichael
February 5, 2005 Ricky Carmichael
January 3, 2004 Chad Reed
January 17, 2004 Chad Reed
January 31, 2004 Kevin Windham
January 04, 2003: Chad Reed
January 18, 2003: Ricky Carmichael
February 01, 2003: Ricky Carmichael
January 05, 2002: David Vuillemin
January 19, 2002: Mike LaRocco
February 02, 2002: Ricky Carmichael
January 06, 2001: Jeremy McGrath
January 20, 2001: Jeremy McGrath
February 03, 2001: Ricky Carmichael
January 8, 2000: Jeremy McGrath
January 15, 2000: Jeremy McGrath
January 09, 1999: Ezra Lusk
February 06, 1999: Ezra Lusk
January 27, 1996: Jeremy McGrath
January 28, 1995: Jeremy McGrath
January 29, 1994: Jeremy McGrath
January 23, 1993: Jeremy McGrath
January 25, 1992: Damon Bradshaw
January 26, 1991: Jeff Stanton
January 27, 1990: Damon Bradshaw
January 28, 1989: Rick Johnson
January 31, 1987: Jeff Ward
January 18, 1986: David Bailey
February 02, 1985: Broc Glover
January 28, 1984: Johnny O’Mara
January 29, 1983: David Bailey
January 30, 1982: Donnie Hansen
January 31, 1981: Kent Howerton
November 17, 1979: Kent Howerton
November 11, 1978: Gaylon Mosier
November 12, 1977: Bob Hannah
December 04, 1976: Marty Smith
AMA Supercross Lites Class
January 5, 2008: Ryan Dungey
January 19, 2008: Ryan Dungey
February 2, 2008: Jason Lawrence
January 6, 2007: Ryan Villopoto
January 20, 2007: Ryan Villopoto
February 3, 2007: Ryan Villopoto
January 07, 2006: Andrew Short
January 21, 2006: Grant Langston
February 04, 2006: Grant Langston
January 8, 2005 Nathan Ramsey
January 22, 2005 Ivan Tedesco
February 5, 2005 Ivan Tedesco
January 3, 2004 Ivan Tedesco
January 17, 2004 Ivan Tedesco
January 31, 2004 Ivan Tedesco
January 04, 2003: Travis Preston
January 18, 2003: James Stewart Jr.
February 01, 2003: James Stewart Jr.
January 05, 2002: Travis Preston
January 19, 2002: David Pingree
February 02, 2002: Brock Sellards
January 06, 2001: Ernesto Fonseca
January 20, 2001: Ernesto Fonseca
February 03, 2001: Ernesto Fonseca
January 8, 2000: David Pingree
January 15, 2000: Tallon Vohland
January 09, 1999: Casey Johnson
February 06, 1999: Nathan Ramsey
January 27, 1996: Kevin Windham
January 28, 1995: Damon Huffman
January 29, 1994: Damon Huffman
January 09, 1993: Damon Huffman
January 25, 1992: Jeremy McGrath
January 26, 1991: Jeremy McGrath
January 27, 1990: Michael Craig
January 28, 1989: Jeff Matiasevich
January 31, 1987: Jeff Matiasevich
January 18, 1986: Tyson Vohland
February 02, 1985: Mike Healy
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com
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Catching Up With…Josh Hill
Lutes caught up with factory Yamaha’s Josh Hill this past week to see how he is preparing for A1 with so little time on the bike since his injury.
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Fly Focus: Short to Debut Formula MX Helmet
Andrew Short is set to debut Fly Racing’s all-new, top-of-the-line Formula MX Helmet this Saturday at Anaheim 1. Fly Racing brings you this exclusive, behind the scenes video interview where Short talks about his choice to wear the new Formula MX helmet for 2009.
For more information on the Formula MX Helmet, visit Fly Racing at www.flyracing.com.
Robbie Maddison Joins DC’s Global Motocross Team
DC’S NEWEST MOTO TEAM MEMBER, ROBBIE MADDISON
TO JUMP MORE THAN 100 FT ON NEW YEARS EVE
At The Red Bull: New Year. No Limits. Event In Las Vegas
DC is pleased to announce the newest member of its elite motocross team. Australian rider, Robbie Maddison has just joined DC’s professional global squad after three years of riding for DC’s Asia Pacific region. Robbie joins DC for a head-to-toe sponsorship, which includes footwear and apparel.
 Kicking off his pro career with DC, Robbie will seek to defy gravity at the Red Bull: New Year. No Limits. event in Las Vegas. On December 31st Robbie will take on the replica Arc De Triomphe in front of the Paris Las Vegas Hotel in a feat never seen before. With a customized ramp, Robbie will leap more than 100 feet straight up onto the tower, then freefall more than 50 feet back down to a landing ramp below. Robbie’s massive leap will be broadcast worldwide live on ESPN at 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT, and a podcast will be available at www.dcshoes.com following the event.
“Robbie is an amazing person and athlete, and brings a whole new dimension to our team. Like every member of the team, he truly embodies DC’s pursuit of progression in everything that it does. I’m thrilled to have him join our pro team,” said Tim English, DC’s Sports Marketing Manager.
No stranger from records, Robbie broke the Guinness World Record for a motorcycle leap at Red Bull’s 2007 New Year’s Eve event in Las Vegas. He managed to leap more than 322 feet, then followed in March with a 378-foot jump in Australia.
When asked about being on DC, Robbie said “Joining the global team is huge for me. DC is a sick company that is about pushing limits that are yet to be set. I’m all about it, and it really motivates me to continue to lift the level of my sport.”
The Australian rider has built a reputation as one of the most talented and threatening riders on the FMX circuit and will continue in 2009 with several appearances and competitions. Check out www.dcshoes.com for more information on Robbie.
Robbie is sponsored by DC, Red Bull, Swatch, Dragon, Moose Racing, Dunlop, FMF, Bell Helmets, Alpinestars, Pro Taper, Ogio, Works Connection, Uni Filter, Maxima Oils, Enzo Suspension and Cernics.
2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Schedule
Need a reminder of when and where Supercross is near you? Check out the schedule below.
January 3, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
January 10, 2009 Phoenix Chase Field (West)
January 17, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
January 24, 2009 Houston Reliant Stadium (East)
January 31, 2009 San Francisco AT&T Park (West)
February 7, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
February 14, 2009 San Diego Qualcomm Stadium (West)
February 21, 2009 Atlanta Georgia Dome (East)
February 28, 2009 Indianapolis Lucas Oil Stadium (East)
March 6, 2009 Daytona Beach, Fla. Daytona Motor Speedway (East)
March 14, 2009 New Orleans Superdome (East)
March 21, 2009 St. Louis Edward Jones Dome (East)
March 28, 2009 Toronto, Canada Rogers Centre (East)
April 4, 2009 Jacksonville, Fla. Jacksonville Municipal Stadium (East)
April 18, 2009 Seattle Qwest Field (West)
April 25, 2009 Salt Lake City Rice-Eccles Stadium (West)
May 2, 2009 Las Vegas Sam Boyd Stadium (Shootout)
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first time riding my honda 2005 crf250r. also my first time using my new go pro be a hero helmet cam. the bike has pro wheels and a renthal sprocket. ( waterman indoor raceway motocross )
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Just like we did with a few other videos in the past weeks, we’re giving you two versions of Trey Canard spinning laps at the Honda Supercross track. The first one was raw—no music and no slow-mo for the purists. This one is spiced up a little with slow-mo and some tunes thrown in. In case you missed the first version, click HERE to get caught up.
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AURORA, Ill. (December 26, 2009) – Feld Motor Sports announced today that CBS Sports will broadcast a one-hour preview show in HD of the 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Saturday, December 27 at 2:00 p.m. EST.
Looking ahead at the highly anticipated 2009 Monster Energy® Supercross championship, the preview show sets up the various storylines. CBS Sports gives viewers an in-depth analysis of the Chad Reed/James Stewart rivalry and weighs in on AMA Supercross Lites star Ryan Villopoto’s move to the premier AMA Supercross class.
With a new season comes new changes, and two of the biggest changes are Stewart and Reed’s new teams. The show will give an overview of the 2009 Monster Energy® Supercross team line-up.
“This is a great way to preview the 2009 Monster Energy® Supercross championship,” said Dave Prater, director of supercross, Feld Motor Sports. “With the highly publicized team changes of Reed and Stewart, some of the other major team changes were overshadowed. The one-hour preview show will bring fans up to speed on who’s racing where.”
The stars of tomorrow will be illuminated with a close look at the AMA Supercross Lites class’ top riders. Defending regional champions Jason Lawrence (West) and Trey Canard (East) will defend their championships against a host of hungry races looking to make their mark, including Ryan Dungey, winner of three main event and the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Shootout and Austin Stroupe, who won a main event last year as a rookie.
CBS Sports will broadcast nine hours of Monster Energy® Supercross in 2008, which will include seven races, the preview show and a recap show Sunday, May 3 at Noon EST.
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305.
About Feld Motor Sports
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
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Courtney, and the crew at TWMX, wish you Happy Holidays!
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For some, one of the least desirable tasks is cleaning the throttle housing. It may seem like a tedious process that creates unnecessary frustration, but it’s not as complex as it may sound. With that being said, we met up with Red Bull Honda’s Craig Behl so he could show you five basic steps to maintaining your throttle housing with relative ease.
Tools required: 8mm T-handle, 8mm open-ended wrench, contact/rust cleaner, cleaning brush.
1. “Using a standard 8mm wrench, unscrew the two bolts that hold the two sides of the throttle housing together. Disconnect the throttle cables from the throttle tube and slide the tube off of the bar.”
2. ” With the throttle removed, take some contact cleaner and spray it on the right side of the handle bar. Once you’ve done that, remember to take a shop towel and wipe away any excess residue.”
3. “If you have any access to an air compressor, blow out as much of the dirt and contact cleaner as possible. It’s critical that you’re as thorough as possible. If you’re not, that can cause your throttle to stick while you’re riding and you may wind up suffering a pretty bad wreck.”
4. ” Once you’ve cleaned the throttle housing and the handlebar, spray a light coat of lube onto the handlebar and to the inside of the throttle housing. Be careful not to spray too much lube to the throttle pieces. If there is too much lubricant, it can seep under your grip an loosen its adhesion to the throttle tube.”
5. “With everything clean and properly lubed, slide the throttle housing back onto the hanldebar. Reconnect the throttle cable ends and attach the housing slides back over the bar. Once you’ve got everything where it should be, give the bike some gas (keeping the engine off, of course), making sure that it doesn’t stick and it springs back. It should be one, easy motion. If you’ve got that, you’re all set.”
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As you know, the January 2009 issue of TransWorld Motocross featured the Rider of the Year Awards, including the Racer of the Year and FMX Rider of the Year. You’ve read the features, now check out the 2008 TransWorld Motocross Racer of the Year, James Stewart, as he accepts his trophy…
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Irvine, CA (December 19, 2008) – Metal Mulisha announced today the promotion of Ryan Hagy to the position of Director of Marketing. Hagy will report to Bill Gage, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and will be based out of the offices in Irvine, California.
Hagy is not a newcomer to Metal Mulisha, he has been a core member of the team for years, first, as a team member, and now leading the charge in Metal Mulisha’s Marketing Department. Hagy has competed in the X-Games, LG Tour, and has performed FMX jump demos around the world. “Ryan is the perfect person to oversee all facets of marketing,” said Bill Gage. “From the day I met Ryan I could tell he was a leader and was motivated to build a career for himself beyond being an amazingly talented FMX rider. We are thrilled to have him as the leader of our Marketing Team and his top priority will be to remain true to our roots and keep it hard as hell!”
Hagy has a challenging job ahead of him, as Metal Mulisha has seen tremendous growth and has surpassed sales goals since becoming a member of the La Jolla Group in the last two years. “Although it is a little weird changing from the athlete to the office guy, this has been a long time in the making,” said Hagy. “I’m looking forward to this next step in my career and expect nothing but good things out of this. I would like to thank Deegan and everyone at the Metal Mulisha for giving me this opportunity.”
Metal Mulisha also has some new exciting collaborations and collections in the works. In Spring 2009, the brand is releasing its third Brian Deegan Collection and has also partnered with Etnies on a shoe collaboration that will hit stores in January of 2009. For more information on Metal Mulisha visit, www.metal mulisa.com
About La Jolla Group
La Jolla Group Inc, a privately funded corporation, was formed in 1992 with the acquisition of the O’Neill Clothing USA license from Jack O’Neill and family in Santa Cruz, CA. Based on the successful formula applied to O’Neill Clothing, La Jolla Group has expanded its portfolio by acquiring the licenses for Lost Clothing, Metal Mulisha, and Rusty.
For more information on the La Jolla Group brands, visit
oneill.com, metalmulisha.com, rusty.com, and lostenterprises.com
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Dirt Days 2008 big winner Kevin Korbel of Littleton, Colorado received his Christmas gift early this year thanks to the guys at Kicker Audio. Korbel was the grand prize winner of the Travis Pastrana Replica bike, and Kicker delivered the bike today as promised.
We are sure you are all looking forward to seeing Kicker Audio and TransWorld Motocross next year at the 2009 Dirt Days; but if you needed any more reason to check out the free festival, these photos of Korbel receiving his Kicker Suzuki should do the trick…
Happy Holidays from Kicker and TWMX!
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If you’ve ever seen the first Crusty Demons of Dirt—and who hasn’t—then chances are you’ve probably already seen this little skit with Brian Deegan and Mike Metzger. But we just had to post it up for a good laugh.
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TransWorld Motocross got an early morning phone call on Friday from none other than Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg, who was headed to the newly moistened hills of SoCal for a morning of play riding. Also along for the fun were Western Region Supercross Lites Champion Jason Lawrence, Red Bull’s Robbie Maddison, Humbolt Nutrient’s Julian D’usseau and Answer Racing’s Miles Richmond.
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RED BULL HONDA’S DAVI MILLSAPS
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It’s the beginning of a short week; you aren’t going to get anything started. Why not sit back and watch some Supercross to pass the dragging time? Here are ten of Swap’s best SX vids to carry you through the Holiday week. Let’s get it started with Davi Millsaps…
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With Supercross right around the corner, we thought we’d dig up a classic interview with Rich Winkler from Dirt Wurx. We caught up with the man behind D.W. a couple years ago at the San Diego Supercross. Like all Saturday Cinemas, it’s an oldie, but a goodie.
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NEW OGIO VP COMMITS TO INNOVATION, GROWTH
Kuryak Appointed to Head Company’s Action, Professional, Student, and Sport Divisions
Bluffdale, Utah (December 18, 2008) – Mark Kuryak, formally with Easton Bell Sports, has been appointed as the new VP Global Action/Professional/Sport for Utah-based OGIO. The announcement was made today by the gear bag manufacturer’s president, David Wunderli.
“We’ve always had the long-term vision of making OGIO the gear bag maker of choice for all categories of sports,” Wunderli explains. “Mark has proven expertise in elevating sales, service and distribution to the level that innovative products warrant. We’re excited to unleash his skills on what we know to be the category with our highest growth potential.”
Kuryak will oversee the sales and marketing for OGIO’s entire student, professional and action sports divisions. Currently, these categories create and distribute technical gear bags designed specifically for motocross, snow, skate, and surf as well as work, travel, school, and fitness.
As a senior sales executive at Easton and most recently as its vice president for hockey sales, Mark was respected throughout his industry for his aggressive growth and product launch initiatives. He helped elevate Easton from its small hockey presence in the early 90’s to what is now arguably the most innovative global leader in the hockey world.
ABOUT OGIO
OGIO International, Inc. is an award-winning global leader in gear bag design, recognized for its athlete-inspired technology. The privately held Utah Company, founded in 1987, distributes products nationally and internationally under the OGIO brand name, and operates an original equipment manufacturer division to produce gear bags for other internationally known brands. In 2004, OGIO’s design team received the coveted Business Week IDEA Award for design excellence. The brand’s collection includes an extensive line of athlete-designed golf bags; back packs; snow, skate and surf packs; school packs; motocross bags; messenger bags; and other active gear. For more information, visit www.ogio.com.
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- Sacramento, Ca. - When most people think of California State Parks, they envision tall redwood trees or long sandy beaches. They usually don’t think of dirt bikes or four-wheel drive vehicles. But these too can be found in State Parks. In fact, the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division of California State Parks is widely recognized as a leader in off-highway vehicle recreation management. Exercising this leadership role, California State Parks approached Quantya, a leading electric motorcycle manufacturer, to partner with the OHMVR Division to promote electric off-highway vehicles.
In order to meet the state’s long-term renewable energy and climate change goals, the OHMVR Division supports the development of alternative fuel vehicles for the off-road industry. Recognizing the budding clean-tech boom in California, Quantya has been seeking a way to introduce their new eco-friendly motorcycle to the State. So, the two organizations decided to partner in furthering their mutual goals. Quantya agreed to provide California State Parks with an electric motorcycle for two months at no cost. In exchange, California State Parks agreed to provide direct feedback on the bike’s performance capabilities and relevance as a patrol vehicle. Both parties see this exchange as an opportunity to highlight the advances in electric technology for off-highway vehicles which will ultimately help to reduce the nation’s dependence on fossil fuels.
The new Quantya Dual Sport “Strada” was developed as a patrol vehicle for law enforcement. “This was a great opportunity for us to learn from State Parks widely recognized experience, and to gain direct feedback on how we can enhance our vehicle’s functionality” said David Lodermeier, Technical Services Manager for Quantya USA. The bike’s electronic design and silent operation make it perfect to ride in natural settings without causing disturbance and for campground patrols.
To commence the evaluation, State Park Rangers at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area took possession of the new Quantya “Strada” on August 8th, said John Vallett, Chief Ranger, “… the bike has been perfect for us because we can ride through the park with very little disruption to wildlife, or patrol the campgrounds at night and not disturb guests who are sleeping; while at the same time can have the confidence in the performance of the bike when it is called upon.”
California State Parks is assessing Quantya’s electric motorcycle because they anticipate it will reduce their operational fuel costs Quantya hopes the feedback and exposure from the relationship with California State Parks will spark interest from other state and federal agencies who are interested in supplementing their existing fleet with proven electric vehicle technology.
About Quantya
“Swiss Electric Movement” is the result of eco-conscious motorcycle enthusiasts who started the development and distribution of zero-emission high performance electric motorcycles. Quantya USA, part of the Swiss Electric Movement, wants to bring the massive success of the Quantya electric motorcycles to the US market. Quantya USA, the exclusive importer and distributor for the USA and Canada, is located in Syosset, NY and more information can be found at www.quantya.us.
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We’ve all been hearing about the gigantic leap that Red Bull rider Robbie Maddison will be doing for Red Bull’s New Year No Limits, but we haven’t seen much practice footage of him actually preparing for it. We ran across this video on EXPN’s moto blog and just had to share it on here. It’s insane!
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AURORA, Ill. (December 18, 2009) – Feld Motor Sports announced today that six AMA Supercross legends have been selected to assist in the design process for six 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, race tracks.
Seven-time AMA Supercross champion Jeremy McGrath will help design the Anaheim 3 race track at Angel Stadium. Two-time AMA Supercross champion Ricky Johnson will help design the course at San Diego’s Qualcomm Stadium. Five-time AMA Supercross champion Ricky Carmichael will design the track inside Atlanta’s Georgia Dome. Multi-time AMA National champion Mike LaRocco will help design the track at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium. Three-time AMA Supercross champion Jeff Stanton will help design the track at Toronto’s Rogers Centre and AMA Supercross Lites class champion Travis Pastrana will help design the track at St. Louis’ Edward Jones Dome.
“We begun using rider-inspired track designs in 2008 season. For 2009, we wanted to put a different spin on our rider-inspired track designs,” said Dave Prater, director of supercross, Feld Motor Sports. “We asked six former AMA Supercross superstars to give us their personal input on specific track designs. In an effort to create variety, we chose riders with distinctly different riding styles. It’s going to be interesting to see how the different tracks fit each rider’s personality.”
Carmichael, who is tied with McGrath for the all-time win record in Atlanta, meticulously designed his track and looks forward to watching an epic race unfold inside the Georgia Dome.
“Designing the race track at the Georgia Dome is a special opportunity because I have enjoyed so much success there in both the AMA Supercross class and AMA Supercross Lites class,” said Carmichael.
The six tracks are can be viewed on www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> .
Anaheim 3, track design by Jeremy McGrath: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/anaheim3.html
San Diego, track design by Ricky Johnson: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/sandiego.html
Atlanta, track design by Ricky Carmichael: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/atlanta.html
Indianapolis, track design by Mike LaRocco: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/indy.html
St. Louis, track design by Travis Pastrana: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/stlouis.html
Toronto, track design by Jeff Stanton: http://www.supercrossonline.com/images/track_and_seating/2009/toronto.html
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> . For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com <mailto:dennyhartwig@livenation.com> or 630-566-6305.
About Feld Motor Sports
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com
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As you know, we have been in possession of Josh Hill’s camera with free reign of his footage… Well, for the third episode of Josh Hill TV, we bring you exclusive amateur footage of James Stewart doing a little testing aboard his 2009 YZ450F. Check it out…
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The name Daniel McCoy may not ring a bell to some; however, McCoy has been one of the top riders in his home of Australia since turning pro in 2003. McCoy, who was riding for the Woodstock Honda Thor racing team in ’08, has finally made the journey across the Atlantic to join the MotoConcepts Racing team for the 2009 Supercross and motocross series. McCoy rounded out the 2008 Australian Supercross series in fourth place and now has his sights set on tackling the American circuit aboard a CRF450R.
For those who are unfamiliar with your name, tell us a little bit about yourself.
First of all, I am from Australia. I’ve raced professionally over there for six years. I’ve ridden for a lot of the factory teams like Honda, KTM, and Yamaha. My main problem has been staying healthy throughout my professional career, however. I want to have a decent year in 2009 and move forward with my riding. I’ve always wanted to race here [America]; it’s always been a dream of mine. This team is quite professional, and they’ve given me an opportunity to race in the States. I haven’t ridden the bikes yet, but everybody is saying good things about them.
Will this be your first-ever experience racing in America?
I’ve done some little races over here like Mammoth. I’ve actually done that race twice. My good friend Timmy Weigand, who was my teammate on KTM in 2006, has been kind enough to allow me to stay with me when I’ve raced Mammoth.
As far as results are concerned, how have you faired in Australia?
I’ve had quite a few second and third place overall finishes in the Supercross championships back home. As far as the motocross series is concerned, I’ve had a lot of fourth and fifth place finishes. A lot of people oversee it, but the competition is really strong down there. The Supercross season that we just finished up had the likes of Chad Reed and Jay Marmont–who won the motocross series. I finished fourth overall in the Supercross series. It was good for me to have that series under my belt and then come over here, because it allows me to carry all of my momentum into Anaheim 1.
Word on the street is that you actually beat your fellow Aussie, Reed, at one of the rounds this year…
Yeah. I didn’t actually line up against him because it was one of those head-to-head races. It was a mud race, and I actually lined up against Jeremy McGrath and needed to beat McGrath to go into the main event. The other guys racing to get into the main even were Reed and Marmont, but Reed crashed, which meant Jay and I were going into the main event. Technically, I didn’t beat him straight up, but at the same time I did because I made it all the way to the main event (laughs).
Have you had any opportunities to spend time racing with Reed, Dan Reardon, and those guys who’ve found success in America?
No. Not really. Reed is never home, and even when he is home we live three hours away from each other, so it isn’t often that we ride/race together.
What are your goals for 2009?
I really want to stay healthy and be able to compete in all of the Supercross races and all of the outdoor races. I want to qualify for each and every main event and be a top 10 guy. Even to have a top five finish would be unbelievable. However, I’ve never raced Supercross or motocross over here, so I have no idea where I fit into everything or where I’ll actually end up. I’m just going into the season blindfolded, really.
What are your thoughts on the American series?
I think it’s awesome. It’s twice as big over here than it is in Australia. From the fans to the tracks, everything is way above what we have. With that said, the Supercross series we just wrapped up was the best one we’ve ever had. The tracks were really good! Mark Barnett actually built the first couple tracks. I know things are going to be a lot different over here, but I am excited to kick things off in a couple of weeks!
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You have to check out Two Brothers Racing’s new Custom Exhaust Design Center. We just learned of it ourselves, and we thought we’d pass it on to you. The official release is below. Check out the shop yourself HERE.
Orange County, California - December 2008
Two Brothers Racing announces an industry first: Online Custom Exhaust Design Center.
Through their popular website, www.twobros.com, Two Brothers Racing now offers their customers the chance to design and personalize their own exhaust system. Customization options include choosing the muffler canister type as well as the color and material combinations on all of the individual components, even the bolts! Customers can choose between several logo badge styles and even add their name, racing number or their own special text.
“This is a very exciting time for Two Brothers Racing,” Jeff Whitten, Vice President of TBR said. “As a company of racers, riders and enthusiasts, we appreciate the desire for innovative styling in performance products. Riders want to stand out from the crowd and our Custom Exhaust Design Center allows on and off-road motorcycle, ATV, UTV and scooter enthusiasts the opportunity to add their own style to our high performance exhaust.”
With their online tool, TBR has opened a custom design shop that users can access anytime, anywhere with quick turnaround and easy purchasing options. Buyers can purchase their custom exhaust directly from their favorite TBR dealer or online from www.twobros.com. And it couldn’t be easier to use.
Customers simply select the make and model of their machine, pick the material for the canister (Aluminum, Titanium or Carbon Fiber) based on performance needs and style preferences and then click through different component color combinations until they come up with their own perfect look. Add in a personalized logo badge with their name and number—or pick from other badge designs—and their done.
The Custom Exhaust Design Center is open now and can be seen at www.twobros.com or by checking with your local Two Brothers Racing dealer.
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AURORA, Ill. (December 17, 2008) – Feld Motor Sports announced today that the Toronto stop on the 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, schedule will be included in the Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites class point race.
“This is a great addition to the 2009 Monster Energy® Supercross schedule,” said Todd Jendro, senior director of operations, Feld Motor Sports. “This will be the first time that the highly competitive Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites class will début in the Canadian market place.”
The Lites class racers will also compete at the two of the four new markets added to this year’s schedule in New Orleans (Superdome) Jacksonville, Fla. (Jacksonville Municipal Stadium) on the road to the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Shootout at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium.
2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Schedule
January 3, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
January 10, 2009 Phoenix Chase Field (West)
January 17, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
January 24, 2009 Houston Reliant Stadium (East)
January 31, 2009 San Francisco AT&T Park (West)
February 7, 2009 Anaheim, Calif. Angel Stadium (West)
February 14, 2009 San Diego Qualcomm Stadium (West)
February 21, 2009 Atlanta Georgia Dome (East)
February 28, 2009 Indianapolis Lucas Oil Stadium (East)
March 6, 2009 Daytona Beach, Fla. Daytona Motor Speedway (East)
March 14, 2009 New Orleans Superdome (East)
March 21, 2009 St. Louis Edward Jones Dome (East)
March 28, 2009 Toronto, Canada Rogers Centre (East)
April 4, 2009 Jacksonville, Fla. Jacksonville Municipal Stadium (East)
April 18, 2009 Seattle Qwest Field (West)
April 25, 2009 Salt Lake City Rice-Eccles Stadium (West)
May 2, 2009 Las Vegas Sam Boyd Stadium (Shootout)
*Bold denotes Eastern Regional AMA Supercross Lites races
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> . For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com <mailto:dennyhartwig@livenation.com> or 630-566-6305.
About Feld Motor Sports
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com
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Here are a few wallpapers to dress up your boring desktop. Pick from Vanessa, Tiffany, Keltie, and Kristen.
Keltie:
 
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Today, MotoConcepts Racing introduced their team for the 2009 season. Team owners Mike Genova and Andy James were humble, yet confident while speaking about their goals and ambitions for the fast-approaching ‘09 season. Not only will the MotoConcepts Racing team charge hard through 17 rounds of Supercross, but also they will be sticking around for all 12 rounds of the outdoor Nationals. Former mechanic to Zach Osborne and Mike Alessi, Al Albiker will be taking on the new position of team manager for Spokane, Washington based team. “I’ve been in the industry for close to 11 years now, and I feel like I am ready to take on this new challenge as team manager,” Albiker told us. “We have a great group of people on board, and I truly believe you’ll see big things from us in 2009.” As for who will be riding for MCRMX in ‘09? The team has fielded the likes of Jeff Alessi, Ben Coisy, Daniel McCoy, and Cole Siebler.
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With Supercross season quickly approaching, here’s a list of dates and times the Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing team will be at local Suzuki dealerships. It’s a great opportunity for race fans to meet their favorite Suzuki rider as well as get autographs and pictures! Additional appearances by the Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing team will be added as the season gets underway.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Chaparral Motorsports
555 South H Street
San Bernardino, CA 92410
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Ryan Dungey
Friday, February 13, 2009
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Escondido Cycle Center
1415 Montiel Road
Escondido, CA 92026
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Ryan Dungey
Friday, February 20, 2009
6:30 – 7:30 PM
CycleNation of McDonough
755 Industrial Blvd.
McDonough, GA 30253
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Nico Izzi
Friday, February 27, 2009
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Dreyer Motorsports
4170 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46241
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Nico Izzi
Friday, March 13, 2009
6:30 – 7:30 PM
D&L Powersports
1440 Westbank Expway
Harvey, LA 70058
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Nico Izzi
Friday, April 24, 2009
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Suzuki of Salt Lake
2354 South State Street
Salt Lake City,UT 84115
Riders: Chad Reed, Mike Alessi, Michael Byrne, Ryan Dungey
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AURORA, Ill. (December 16, 2008) – Feld Motor Sports announced today that Toyota Trucks signed a two-year agreement to be the Official Truck of the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship.
As part of the agreement, Toyota will once again award the AMA Supercross class champion’s mechanic and the winner of the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Shootout with new Toyota Tundras. In 2008 Oscar Wirdeman, who was AMA Supercross champion Chad Reed’s mechanic, was the recipient of the Toyota Tundra, and Ryan Dungey, who was the Dave Coombs Sr. East/West Shootout champion, won his second consecutive Toyota Tundra.
“We’re pleased to be able to renew our sponsorship with Monster Energy® Supercross and continue to support the people in this community from the riders to the fans,” said Keith Dahl, National Marketing Manager for Toyota. “This sponsorship allows us to showcase numerous vehicles to people who depend on trucks and SUVs as well as give back to this group who has made our brand a staple in the industry.”
“Toyota Trucks and Monster Energy AMA Supercross continue to be a great fit and we are pleased to extend our relationship,” said Todd Jendro, senior director of operations, Feld Motor Sports.
Toyota Trucks began their partnership with Monster Energy® Supercross in 2006, and their involvement with supercross dates back to the 1970s. Each year their growth and activation is a testament of their commitment to the sport. Throughout the years Toyota has provided fans and riders a number of experiences, including the Rider Lounge where riders are offered various amenities, Elrod’s Fasthouse, giving fans a nostalgic look back at the sport’s history and a host of other activities to create an unparalleled experience for fans and riders.
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> . For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com <mailto:dennyhartwig@livenation.com> or 630-566-6305.
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Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com
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Swap spent a full day with Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Timmy Ferry at his home in Florida last week, and so he shot a lot of video. So much, in fact, that he decided to provide all the film critics out there with the best of both worlds. While some like the raw, full-speed live action and scorn at the creative-perspective, soundtracked, 60-frames-per-second video, others study the slow-motion and bob their heads to some hip-hop.
We like both, so you decide. Prop the video you like best.
Here’s Timmy, at 60 fps, to some Paul Wall.
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TWMX sat down with Red Bull Honda’s Andrew Short to get his take on the ‘09 CRF450R, Supercross, the new sound limit, and more…
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Langston Racing based in Lake Elsinore, CA is taking over West Coast Motorsports in Perris, CA. West Coast Motorsports has operated for over 10 years carrying Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Polaris and CAN/AM/Bombardier. Langston Racing is operated by Grant, Gerald and Amanda Langston. This weekend (December 20, 2008) Grant Langston, Ryan Villopoto, Nathan Ramsey and Sean Hamblin will be signing autographs from 11:00 to 2:00. Stop in and say Hi and pick up a Christmas Gift.
West Coast Motorsports is located at:
3845 N. Perris Blvd.
Perris, CA 92571.
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This is uncuted version of video material. It was filmed by my friend Branko. Idea for music is taken from one TWMX previous video.
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RUMOR OF THE DAY
The 250 class of the AMA Outdoor Nationals is shaping up like a true 250cc class, from sources within the industry. Strokes will NOT matter. Also, rumor has it that U.K.-transplant and MDK/KTM rider Tommy Searle will run a 250 two-stroke. How rad would that be?!
ASTERISK CHARITY RIDE
This past Saturday was the Asterisk Mobile Medical Center Charity Mountain Bike Ride in Vail Lake, CA. The event was put on by Mike Sleeter with the intentions of giving a little back to Doc Bondar and the Asterisk’s crew for all of their hard work. “Doc Bodnar and his crew have helped me out more than enough at all of the races, and I wanted to pay them back somehow, so I decided to organize this event,” said Sleeter. Doc Bodnar, Rookie Sorenson, Justin Brayton, Erin Normoyle, Victor Sheldon, and Daniel Reardon were just a few of the participants on hand. Our good buddy Will Topete was on hand on Saturday and was kind enough to share some of his photos of the event.
YAMAHA TT-R FUN DAY
Tim Olson of Yamaha played host to the 2009 TT-R Fun day this weekend, which was held at Fox Racing’s mini moto track. The event was an opportunity for the industry to play around on the 2009 TT-R’s and ride Fox’s exclusive track. Overall, the event was a success and everybody seemed to enjoy themselves.
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 YOSHIMURA RS-2 TITANIUM/CARBON FULL SYSTEM - $895
With the new 2009 models showing up, it’s just about time to get those things barking, and so I am keeping my fingers crossed in hopes that I will find a new full RS-2 carbon exhaust from Yoshimura under my tree this year. With tons of research and development and quality construction, the Yosh exhaust systems are some of the best on the planet. The carbon wrap adds durability without sacrificing weight, while the header pipe and can allow my four-stroke to bark like it’s supposed to.
Call 909/628-4722 or visit www.yoshimura-rd.com
-Kinman
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With the completion of Brian Deegan’s new home in Temecula, CA, we thought we’d give you a full-scale tour of the Metal Mulisha General’s estate… before a certain TV channel does the same, of course. As usual, we beat most everyone to the punch.
Deegan’s house is so big, however, that we could not show the whole thing in just one single video. Instead, we had to break it into episodes. So check out part one of this three-part series.
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It’s a brief skit that my friends and I pull out of no where when we were a good 5 miles in the middle of the bush. Of course I was sporting the jeans and snowmachine helmet when riding the classic!
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While Rockstar/Makita Suzuki rider Nico Izzi was having fun at the annual TWMX Thanksgiving ride day at Racetown 395 in Adelanto, we managed to capture this quick video of him spinning laps and throwing whips for our camera. If you didn’t see it the first time we posted it, or even if you did, here’s another chance.
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199LIVES CONTEST entry
As you can see i need something to do while there is snow on the ground.
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i faceplanted on my birthday. i know that this video is not motocross related but its pretty funny and i was hoping to snag a copy of the new pastrana movie, 199 lives.
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The Life Rolls On Foundation has just announced that their new commercial, a spinal cord injury awareness Public Service announcement with Ricky James, will debut during his 2008 Ford Ironman World Championship coverage on NBC Sports this Saturday, December 13 at 2:30PM ET (11:30 Pacific).
James will be featured attempting a stunt that is a “first-ever” for a paraplegic on a motocross bike.
Life Rolls On Foundation improves the lives of young people affected by spinal cord injury (SCI) through quality of life programs, SCI awareness campaigns and funding research that seeks a cure.
Learn more about the Life Rolls On Foundation by visiting www.liferollson.org
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AURORA, Ill. (December 12, 2009) – Feld Motor Sports announced today that Casey Edmondson, of Gilbert, Ariz., was selected to be Miss Supercross and will begin her 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, campaign at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., January 3.
Edmondson, whose scholastic ambition is to obtain a double major in fitness and public relations, is currently enrolled at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. A huge fan of the sport, Edmondson grew up around supercross/motocross and is also a huge fan of her brother Cody, who is a successful amateur motocross racer. Along with her family, Edmondson travels to all of the top amateur races to show her support and passion for the sport.
“Racing is a part of my life and becoming the 2009 Miss Supercross is a great way to show my passion for the sport,” said Edmondson. “I am a very family-oriented person and racing has allowed me to connect family with my favorite sport. I always knew I wanted to be involved with supercross and winning the Miss Supercross contest has given me the opportunity.”
After campaigning for the position over the past two months, Edmondson was shocked when she received the news.
“When I received the call to say that I won the Miss Supercross contest, I hit the floor,” added Edmondson. “I have never had anything so exciting happen to me in my life. This is going to be a great experience, and I look forward to meeting the great fans of the sport.”
With an array of great experiences ahead of her, Edmondson says that it’s the highly anticipated Anaheim 1 race that she looks forward to.
“I have gone to every race in Phoenix since I was 9-years old, but I have never gone to Anaheim 1. I have taped it, watched it live on television, but I have never been there. This year is going to be so competitive with Ryan Villopoto moving up to the premier class and the new rule that allows the Lites class guys to race their bikes in the AMA Supercross class.”
For more information on the Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com <http://www.supercrossonline.com/> . For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com <mailto:dennyhartwig@livenation.com> or 630-566-6305.
About Feld Motor Sports
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com
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RYDCO PowerSports.com’s RYDER STEFFY
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Swap recently caught up with the Red Bull Honda’s Andrew Short while he was putting in some motos at the private Honda Supercross test track, and he just happened to have a his video camera in the truck. Check it out…
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Monster Whip
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Destroyer Films in association with Transworld Motocross, and Vanquish MX bring you “Crossing The Line”…the latest release from the Destroyer Films crew covering the Canadian National Motocross Series.
Crossing The Line covers the series from round to round, with interviews and race footage from the best in MX1 and MX2. Watch on as Colton Facciotti, after busting his shoulder at round 1, comes back to dominate the field for the MX1 championship. And as the MX2 class goes all nine rounds this season, Eric Nye proves that consistency is the key to bringing home the number one plate.
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Featuring: Colton Facciotti, Blair Morgan, Eric Nye, Kyle Beaton, Tyler Medaglia, Dusty Klatt, Jeff Gibson, Nick Wey, Jeremy Medaglia, Teddy Maier, Aaron Harvey, Tucker Hibbert…and many more!
Buy Now on DVD and get a One Year Digital Subscription to Transworld Motocross!
Check out a clip from Crossing The Line here… http://www.destroyerfilms.com/html/movies/crossing_the_line_clip.html
Available on DVD and Download at www.destroyerfilms.com or your local dealer.
Dealer inquiries contact:
Destroyer Films
1-800-560-1358
info@destroyerfilms.com
www.destroyerfilms.com
Mega thanks to our sponsors: Vanquish MX, Transworld Motocross, KTM Canada, OTSFF Sportsmarketing Group, CMRC, Motocentric, Impact Canopies, LimeNine Motocross Graphics, Lissimore Photography, Ogio, Shift MX, Etnies, and Dragon
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Are you in need of a killer trick to add to your repertoire? Do you suddenly get the urge to kick up some dust in the pits after hucking the big jump at your local track? Well if you answered yes to either of these questions we have just the video for you. As with anything, though, start of slow—Chris Kelly is a professional…
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Escondido, CA (December 10, 2008)- Toyota of Escondido is proud to announce that David DeLaTorre has taken on the new role of Sales/ Sports Marketing Director for their dealership in Escondido, CA.
Toyota of Escondido has established itself over the years as the premier dealership that caters to the Action Sports demographic, with a major focus on Motocross. Some of the sports biggest names, including 7-Time AMA National Champion Ricky Johnson, Sabastien Tortelli, 2008 X-Games Gold Medal Winner Josh Hansen and Davi Millsaps have purchased their Toyota vehicles from the dealership in Southern California. They also sponsor a wide array of racers that have included Marty Smith, Grant Langston, Current 2008 National Champion Ryan Villopoto and newest addition, Jake Weimer alongside such notable local pro’s and amateurs as Tim Beatty, Mike Sleeter, Christian Campos, Chris Bernabe and Austin Scroggins.
Toyota of Escondido is also an official sponsor of Ricky Johnson’s Off Road GP.
David DeLaTorre has been a long-time Motocross rider and was formerly VP of Sales at NXTagency, where he worked with such properties as Yamaha Factory Racing, Kevin Harvick Inc. and Motosport Xtreme Kawasaki. He will be building upon the dealerships current successes by continuing to grow their dominance within Motocross while also developing relationships within other forms of Action Sports including Surfing, Skateboarding, Snowboarding and BMX.
“We are stoked to have David on board here to work with all the athletes and core enthusiasts that participate in the sports we are passionate about”, said Toyota of Escondido’s Damian Campos. “David brings a wealth of knowledge to our dealership and will be the “go-to” guy for athletes and industry professionals looking to get themselves behind the wheel of a Toyota vehicle.”
Toyota of Escondido encourages those individuals interested in getting behind the wheel of a new Toyota to contact David DeLaTorre at:
Dave DeLaTorre
delatorre@toyotaescondido.com
Toyota Escondido
Sales/Sports Marketing Director
Cell 760.855.4865
Bus 760.746.0601
Fax 760.796.3880
Toyota of Escondido is located at 231 Lincoln Parkway, Escondido CA 92026
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For those who are unfamiliar with Sara Price, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with her name as she is the next big thing in women’s motocross. Price, who is a Southern California native, has spent a majority of her youth in the SoCal racing scene. However, in 2008, Price has won eight out of 12 races that she has entered, including Ponca City, Oak Hill, and the World Mini, just to name a few. For ‘09, though, a determined Price will be competing in her first-ever professional WMA series with the likes of Ashley Fiolek, Tarah Gieger, and Jessica Patterson. How does Price foresee her rookie season will go? “I’m going in there to win,” said a confident Price. So, with out further audue, meet Sara Price…
Give us a little background on your racing career and how you got your start.
I started racing when I was eight years old at Perris Raceway. I grew up doing a series there called the Hot Summer Nights. My brother grew up racing with Josh Grant and they actually got me into it. Before that, though, I used to race horses, and I also did show jumping. From there, my brother saw my potential and my dad had always wanted to get me on a dirt bike, but during that time I wanted nothing to do with motorcycles. My dad ended up getting me a dirt bike for Christmas, however, and ever since I threw my leg over a bike I’ve been hooked.
Did you really race and jump horses?
Yeah! I actually went to the California State Championships for horse jumping.
How did you get into that?
I used to live in Riverside, CA, but we eventually moved down to Canyon Lake, CA. When we moved to Canyon Lake, I had a friend who rode horses, and I decided to wonder over their one day and that’s how it all started. I still have a horse today.
Do you still have time to ride your horse, or is most of your time devoted to motocross and training?
These days I am souly focused on riding motocross, but during the days that I don’t ride my dirt bike, I’ll ride my horse.
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When can we expect to see you line up for your first professional WMA National?
That will be on May 23rd at Glen Helen Raceway! I am pretty excited!
What are you hoping to accomplish in your first professional WMA season?
Obviously my goal is to go out there and win. However, I definitely want to be on the box every weekend and be one of the top women. I am not going out there to be a top five or top 10 girl… I am going into the season with the intentions of winning.
As far as training is concerned, what are you doing to prepare yourself for the season?
Right now I spend five days a week at the track training with Alan Georke. I also have a personal trainer for the gym when I go there, too. I spend every day training and preparing myself. I want to better myself all of the time and never settle.
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Who do you consider to be your biggest threat in ’09?
Oh definitely Ashley Fiolek and Jessica Patterson…and Tarah Gieger! All of those top women have done so much for the sport, so it’ll be a really exciting season with some awesome racing.
I’ve had the opportunity of watching you ride out at Starwest a couple of times and you definitely have a riding style that you typically see of a guy. You have perfect form on the bike as well as a very aggressive riding style, whereas most girls do not have that style.
I definitely hear that from a lot of people (laughs). Growing up I’ve always been know for my attitude, and it’s not that I have a bad attitude, because I do have an awesome attitude; I just have a very edgy personality that is kind of aggressive, you know? I think that carries on over to my riding, and I really hate to be second best. With that said, it drives me to push myself and I am constantly pushing myself. Since I’ve grown up like that, I think it simply translates into my riding style and the way I sit on the bike.
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Therefore we’ll see a lot of elbows flying and aggressive riding coming from you next year?
Oh you better believe it! I am not afraid, but I do know that I’ll have a hard time staying up top. Hopefully, though, I’ll be on the box.
Will you be rejoining Team Green Kawasaki in 2009?
Yeah! I actually just signed my contract. I’ll be with Monster Energy Kawasaki/Team Green.
Aside from wanting to win the WMA championship in 2009, what are some of your other goals and ambitions?
I will be doing X Games next year, but my big goal that I am going to be working on for the next two to three years is trying to qualify for a main event is Supercross. I am really good technical rider, and I feel like Supercross would definitely suit my style.
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Have you had any opportunities to ride Supercross?
I haven’t had any real opportunities, but I have hopped on a Supercross track in the past. I ended up doing all of the jumps, but my mechanic had to pull me off the track because my bike wasn’t setup for Supercross (laughs). I had a blast, though; and I can’t wait for my opportunity to ride/race Supercross!
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We caught up with Yamaha’s Josh Hill today at Perris Raceway as he was re-acquainting himself with his factory YZ450F. Today was his first day back on the bike since his injury nearly two months ago. During a practice session in late October, Hill wrecked and tore his labrum in his right shoulder. He started physical therapy just two weeks after his surgery and has been working out steadily since. He told us he felt good, and that he should be heading back to the Supercross track really soon. Glad to see you back Josh!
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SCOTT Motosports is proud to announce the signing of Team Canidae MotoSport Kawasaki to use SCOTT boots, gear, and goggles. SCOTT Motosports, long known for their excellent goggles, added gear to their European line almost six years ago and introduced the SCOTT Genius Boot to the public over a year ago. “We have been looking for the right team to partner with in a relationship that goes beyond goggles”, SCOTT Motorsports Marketing Manager Reidar Oyen said of the signing. He added, “The Canidae MotoSport Kawasaki Team with its seasoned management and strong rooster of riders is a great fit. We are really excited for the coming season.”
Bill Keefe, team manager for Canidae MotoSport Kawasaki, had this to say about joining forces with SCOTT, “We were looking for a top-level brand to partner with in our racing efforts. It’s my job to make sure the team has equipment that will allow them to achieve their potential and with SCOTT I know they do.” Team Canidae MotoSport Kawasaki will compete in the Monster Energy AMA SX Series and the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship.
www.scottusa.com
SCOTT USA, Inc., established in 1958 and located in Sun Valley, Idaho, is a leading international manufacturer of premium bikes, bike accessories/equipment, motosports and wintersports products.
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DVS Moto Team Manager Dano Legere has teamed up with Phoenix’s Arizona Cycle Park to produce an industry ride day benefit. The aim of the event is to get the industry and fans together, enjoy a day of fun at the track, and raise money to help cover the medical expenses of injured motocross riders.
DVS as well as many other premiere brands from the motocross industry will be on hand grilling burgers, shaking hands, poppin’ wheelies, and of course, handing out some free product.
“I’m stoked to be a part of this with Bobby from Arizona Cycle Park,” says DVS’ Dano. “I think this is going to be something really fun that we can continue to grow for years to come.”
The event, which is set for January 9th at the Arizona Cycle Park from 12 to 5pm, is open to the public. All attendees are required to donate 20 dollars at the entrance. All proceeds will be donated to Road To Recovery—a non profit organization benefiting inured motocross riders.
For more information on the first annual DVS Dano Days log onto www.dvsmoto.com
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Billy Laninovich had a rather disappointing 2008 season thanks to some injuries and other bad luck. After missing half of the Supercross and outdoor season due to three herniated discs in is back, Laninovich made the jump from the Lites bike to the mighty KTM 450SX-F. After a slow start, Laninovich started creeping his was into the top-10 overall each weekend and started gaining some confidence. However, after the Washougal National, MDK/KTM informed Billy that he would be sitting out the remainder of the season. We caught up with Laninovich this afternoon to see what he’s been up to since the Washougal National and what his plans are for 2009.
Looking back on your season, how would you say things went?
My Supercross season didn’t start out too well. We had a few mud races, and I didn’t qualify for the first round and maybe even the second round. I was struggling a lot with my starts, but I was riding well. I had a pretty good pace going and a got a fourth at Anaheim III, which was my best finish in Supercross. At one of the East Cast races I decided to race the KTM 450SX-F. Unfortunately, I went over the bars in the first practice session and had a minor shoulder separation, so that put me out for a week. After that, I was only on the bike for a couple of days before I again crashed while riding at Perris Raceway. I knocked myself out and also had three herniated discs in my back, which put me out for three months. Only I had two weeks worth of riding under my belt before I came back to ride the outdoors, and I was really out of shape and didn’t want to go out there because I knew it wasn’t going to be good riding two 30 minute motos… I just wasn’t ready for that; however, everybody thought I should just race my way into shape. The first couple of races I struggled, but at Red Bud I finished 12th overall. My last race, which was at Washougal, I got 10th overall, which was good because I was making a lot of progress.
After the Washougal National we never saw you again. What happened?
I got a call from MDK informing me that they wanted me to sit out the last few races so that they could bring on somebody else. Since then I haven’t really ridden until last Monday. I got a call from a German team asking me to come race, but I really didn’t want to do it, however, Casey Johnson told me to ride his bike [2009 Honda CRF450R], and I really liked it and felt really comfortable! I enjoyed myself and I think that put the fire back inside of me. Before that, I was working for my girlfriend’s dad, who has a construction company, and did that for a couple of weeks, but I did not like that whatsoever (laughs). So, since I got that offer to race in Germany, I decided to head over there because I’ll make some pretty good money if I do well.
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When MDK/KTM called to inform you that you would be sitting out the rest of the season, was that a disappointing time?
I felt pretty good at Washougal, and I knew I was improving each weekend and more than capable of finishing inside the top 10. I was definitely bummed, but I did struggle with the bike a little bit. The bike was really fast, though! Some guys, however, can come back from an injury and ride a bike that they’re not comfortable on, but I am the type of rider that if I am not comfortable on a bike, I can’t ride to my full potential. I did struggle with that a little bit, but that is nothing against KTM in any way.
As of right now, you do not have anything lined up to race Supercross in the states?
Nope. I’m not going to go out there and do it by myself. I do have a lot of people who want me to, but everybody has such good equipment these days and I don’t have the right support to go out there and race. I am just going to wait for a call, but if that doesn’t happen I will probably go do the Supercross season in Europe when that comes around.
Photo by Topete
When will you be heading over to Germany?
It’ll be January 9th, 10th, and 11th. I forget what the race is called, but I have a month of riding and training to get prepared (laughs).
In regards to training, what’s your routine like?
I just started riding again on Monday, and I went to Starwest and then to Perris Raceway a couple of times, too. I’ve been doing a lot of cycling and getting as many miles in as possible on my bicycle to get my cardio up. I’ve also been going to the gym and shedding a few pounds. I just want to go over there and have fun and see where I end up. I honestly have no idea what to expect. I am going back there for some Kawasaki team, and I have no idea how the bikes are going to be. I don’t even have a Kawi right now, so I am trying to find one that I can ride until I head to Germany.
Photo by Topete
Once you finish up the races in Germany, what’s the next step?
I am just going to continue training and riding, and hopefully I’ll get a call to fill in for somebody. If I can do that it’ll give me the opportunity to go out there and prove myself to everybody. I still have that fire inside of me, and I feel like I am great shape. Since healing up from my back injury to now, there is a huge difference in my riding. I would go out to Perris and be exhausted after three laps; but now I can go out there and do a couple 30-minute motos and feel good afterwards.
Last time we spoke you were in the middle of dealing with your back problem. Are the discs all healed up now?
I don’t have any problems with my back any more. It does get a little sore here and there, but it’s nothing that will slow me down on a motorcycle.
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On December 31st, 2007, Red Bull hosted its first-ever Red Bull New Year’s Eve Experiment extravaganza in Las Vegas, NV. As many recall, this is when Australian Robbie Maddison took a leap of 322 feet, breaking the Guinness World Record for a motorcycle jump. One year later, however, and Maddo and the crew at Red Bull have come up with yet another mind-blowing “experiment.” Maddison will be jumping his bike well over 120 feet high to land on the top of the Arc de Triomphe, which is 96 feet high and 40 feet deep in Paris Las Vegas.
Since hearing about Maddo’s new quest, we’re sure many of you are curious to know what it would be like to jump over 120 feet into the air on your dirt bike. Well, though it is only a video game, we found a game that replicates Maddo’s jump he’ll be attempting in only a few short weeks. Check it out, and be sure to post your highest scores, folks.
http://arcade.espn.go.com/motorcycle-jump.htm
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The off-season usually provides quite a few instances where I get to shoot some different stuff rather than the typical racing action in a SX main event at 10:00 pm in the evening. For this week’s Wednesday Wallpapers, I’ve combined my favorites from the Supercross test tracks, One Industries gear intro with Ryan Dungey, and a day at the Brian Deegan’s house in the hills of Temecula. Enjoy!
               
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My friends big wreck this year at the 08′ faircross race in Arenac county michigan (the track was retarded thats why im in the stands i ride motocross) the track was a complete circle all right handed turns, 4 of em…
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my buddies hilarious faircross crash (im sitting in the seats for a reason) this track was a retarded death trap….before you consider the fact that its a complete circle. none the less here he is in all of his glory
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We caught up with Team Red Bull Honda’s Andrew Short as he clicked off some practice laps at the Honda Supercross test track. Shorty looked great on his CRF450R, in his new Fly Racing helmet and Scott goggles. Check back later this week for action and interview videos.
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With only 26 days left until the 2009 Supercross season kicks off inside Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA, we are beginning to see what may be considered some of the most unique and exciting SX tracks in years. Courtesy of www.supercrossonline.com, we’ve found eight more track designs for you: Anaheim II, Anaheim III, Houston, Jacksonville, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Salt Lake City, and San Diego.
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Our good friend Will Topete was out at Perris Raceway yesterday for the Truth Soul Armor Ride Day and was kind enough to share some photos of all the festivities. Check it out…
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Friend tries to pass me but eats it.  Don’t ever try to pass a girl. jk! My fault for going so slow!
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199LIVES CONTEST
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We just noticed the gift pack on Cycra.com and we thought we’d let you guys know if you hadn’t seen it yet. For 40 bucks, you get big tie downs and a low pressure gauge. It’s a great gift idea. In this economy, it’s hard to find cool moto gifts for under a 100 bucks, and this is under 50…
Check it out HERE
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2009 SHIFT Strike Gear
Color: Black, Black/Yellow (shown), Orange, Red/White, Day Glo Pink, Blue/White
Price: Pant: $99.95, Jersey: $39.95, Glove: $19.95
Size: Pant 28”-40,” Glove S-XL, Jersey S-XXL
Rating: 10
What it is: Over the years Shift has been known to produce some stylish gear, and for 2009 nothing has changed. The ’09 Strike line from Shift offers some of the best comfort and durability you can find in riding apparel at a reasonable price. With strategically placed vents and stretch zones for added airflow and low profile TPR logos for reduced weight, Shift is doing their best to make riding gear as comfortable and stylish as possible.
Hits: The first thing we noticed when we slid on our Strike pant was the immense amount of comfort and flexibility offered in the knees. For those who wear knee braces, you understand the importance of having solid flexibility in the knees when you throw your leg over a bike. Therefore, thanks to the articulated knees, the pant conforms to your body while riding. As for the jersey, it comes with vented underarms for added breathability and micro cuffs that allow for a lightweight, unrestricted feel. Also, the lightly padded glove reduces your chances of tearing up the palm of your hands with blisters while reinforcing its longevity.
Misses: Our only issue we encountered was the size of the pant. The Strike gear does run a bit big; therefore, depending on the size of your body, you may need to consider a size smaller size than you’re used to.
The Verdict: Overall, the folks at Shift really did their math for ’09 to provide some of the best fitting gear on the market. Aside from that, they have also compiled an array of unique and bright colorways that will keep you looking fresh at the track.
Visit www.shiftracing.com or call 888/826-5143
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Corona, Calif., Dec. 8, 2008 - CANIDAE® All Natural Pet Foods, a leading manufacturer of super premium dog and cat foods, has announced that it will be the primary sponsor on the CANIDAE MotoSport Kawasaki team for the 2009 Monster Energy AMA Supercoss, an FIM Championship and the Toyota AMA Motocross Series.
“CANIDAE Pet Foods was founded out of love for pets, the importance of family, and the belief in having fun and enjoying life,” said sales manager, Robert Bemis on behalf of CANIDAE. “Our new partnership as title sponsor of CANIDAE MotoSport Kawasaki and as the Official Pet Food of Kawasaki Team Green™ Off-Road presents a great opportunity for us. We’re excited to be able to share with the passionate fans of Supercross, Motocross and Off Road racing our philosophy of “Responsible Pet Ownership” through proper nutrition and care featured at www.canidae.com and on our motorsports site www.canidaeracing.com.”
“At CANIDAE Pet Foods we are committed to providing our valued customers and their pets with the highest standard of excellence for product quality, palatability and customer satisfaction. We stand behind the guaranteed analysis of each and every one of our products and invite supercross and motocross fans everywhere to discover the benefits of feeding their pets CANIDAE and FELIDAE All Natural Pet Foods.”
CANIDAE MotoSport Kawasaki also announced that Tommy Hahn will be returning to the team riding the all new, fuel injected 2009 Kawasaki KX™450F in both the supercross and motocross series.
New to the team for 2009 and riding the all-new Kawasaki KX™250F is former Team Green rider Kyle Cunningham, along with 2003 AMA Supercross Lites East Champion, Branden Jesseman. Kyle and Branden will be joined by recent Xtreme Team Green graduates Hunter Hewitt and AMA Horizon Award recipient PJ Larsen, both of whom capped off very successful Team Green amateur careers in 2008.
“We’re proud to introduce CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods to the loyal fans of supercross and motocross.” said Xtreme Team Green founder and CANIDAE MotoSport Kawasaki Team Owner Bobby Hewitt. “The support of CANIDAE Pet Foods and all of our other great sponsors will allow us to race in both the ultra competitive 250 & 450 divisions for 2009. MotoSport.com will continue to be a big part of our program for 2009. The entire crew at MotoSport.com is as passionate about racing as we are. As the industries largest internet catalog business they know what it takes to be the best.”
“We’ve put a lot of good things in place during the off-season,” said Bill Keefe, Team Manager, CANIDAE MotoSport Kawasaki. “We’ve brought in some tremendous sponsors, team partners and we can’t wait to get started. We’re also pleased to have Tommy back with us this year. Tommy’s done a great job for us with two podiums in supercross lites, and two fifth-place finishes in the premier supercross class in 2008. Moving Tommy up to the 450 is going to keep our sponsors on the track and in front of the loyal supercross and motocross fans throughout the event. Our 250 program with Kyle, PJ, Hunter and Branden is the most competitive group we have ever fielded in the class. I’m looking forward to an exciting and successful 2009.”
About CANIDAE Pet Foods, Inc:
Founded out of love for pets and animals, CANIDAE Pet Food, Inc. manufactures and distributes a complete line of healthy meat based, holistic all-natural dog food, cat food, and gourmet pet treats sold world wide through independent pet food retailers including over 6000 locations throughout the United States and Canada. For more information visit www.CANIDAE.com.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Fresh off winning the 2008 AMA SPEED Athlete of the Year Award, James Stewart continues to earn recognition for one of the most successful seasons motorcycle racing has ever seen. Stewart, who won the 2008 AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF, and helped the United States win a record 19th Motocross of Nations title, has been named one of 11 finalists for the third annual 2008 SPEED Performer of the Year Award.
The SPEED Performer of the Year is chosen from all major disciplines of motorsport and is presented with the prestigious Mario Andretti Trophy. A 15-member voting panel, which includes racing legend Andretti, has named 11 finalists for the honor. The winner will be announced as part of a one-hour television special in February 2009.
“When the AMA honored James Stewart with the AMA SPEED Athlete of the Year award, we recognized not just his standout performance in motorcycle racing, but his status as one of the top athletes in the world today,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Although all of the nominees for SPEED Performer of the Year are incredible competitors, we humbly submit that James’ historic performance this year in one of the toughest and most unpredictable racing disciplines in the world makes him a clear front-runner for this exceptional honor.”
Stewart, from Haines City, Fla., won all 24 motos in the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF to claim the No. 1 plate. He’s only the second rider in the history of the sport to accomplish this clean sweep. In addition, Stewart was part of Monster Energy’s AMA Team USA three-rider crew that claimed the coveted Chamberlain Trophy at the 2008 Red Bull FIM Motocross of Nations in Donington Park, Great Britain.
In addition to Stewart, nominees for the SPEED Performer of the Year Award include NASCAR’s Jimmy Johnson, Carl Edwards and Kyle Busch; NHRA’s Tony Schumacher; Formula One’s Lewis Hamilton and Felipe Massa; MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi; IndyCar’s Scott Dixon; World of Outlaws Donny Schatz; and USAC’s Jerry Coons Jr.
The SPEED Performer of the Year will be chosen by Andretti, “Wind Tunnel” host Dave Despain, broadcasters Bob Varsha and Ralph Shaheen, SPEEDtv.com’s Robin Miller and Tom Jensen, and racers Tommy Kendall and Dorsey Schroeder.
The SPEED Performance Awards include nine awards that are determined by fan vote. Stewart also is eligible for the “Best Move” award. AMA members and motocross fans should vote for James Stewart and his “best move” by visiting www.speedperformanceawards.com.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has promoted and protected the motorcycling lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life and they navigate many different roads on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycle organization with nearly 300,000 members, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition events than any other organization in the world. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. For more information, visit www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
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Long Beach Motorcycle Show
The International Motorcycle Show descended onto the convention center in Long Beach, CA this weekend. The consumer show hosted demo rides, trade show booths, and all of rest of the typical industry show accoutrements. And even though we’ve already tested all of the motocross bikes important to us, we decided to grab some hot dogs and beers and peruse the show anyway. We came, we saw, we took pictures of stuff.
The FIM Off-Road Awards in Monte Carlo
Giuseppe Luongo and the FIM held their annual off-road awards in Monaco this past weekend, where they celebrated the accomplishments of all the racers competing in the various FIM disciplines. Here are the award winners in motocross:
X2 World Champion and Lovemytime MX2 Qualifying Award Winner - Tyla Rattray
MX3 World Champion - Sven Breugelmans
Motocross of Nations Winner USA - James Stewart-Ryan Villopoto-Tim Ferry
Women’s World Champion - Livia Lancelot
125cc Junior World Champion - Matiss Karro
85cc Junior World Champion - Jeffrey Herlings
Junior Motocross World Championship Nations - Holland
Veteran’s World Cup Winner - Peter Iven
“Jan De Groot” Award - Gert Krestinov
MX1 Manufacturer World Champion - Suzuki
MX2 Manufacturer World Champion - KTM
MX3 Manufacturer World Champion - KTM
MX1 Winning Team - Team Teka Suzuki WMX1
MX2 Winning Team - Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing
MX3 Winning Team - Team JM KTM Racing
Lovemytime MX1 Pole Position Award Winner – Sebastien Pourcel
Motocross MX1/MX2 Best Organizer - Lierop
Motocross MX3 Best Organizer – Santiago de Chile
Motocross Media Development – Donington Park
Motocross Best Infrastructure – Mallory Park
Motocross Best Cooperation – Pit Beirer/KTM
Friend of Youthstream and Motocross – Sen. Giovanni Torri
Friend of Youthstream and Motocross – Rumen Petkov/Bulgarian Minister of Interior
What’s On TWMX.com…
If you haven’t yet check out Swap’s videos with Brian Deegan and Davi Millsaps, check ‘em out here:
Riding with Davi
Interview with Davi
Riding with Deegan
Goon-Riding With Our Users
A while back, Shift Racing sponsored a TransWorldMX.com contest for best goon riding photo, and we had some classic submissions, to say the least. Now, it’s hard to live up to the goon skills of David Vuillemin and Trey Canard, but it’s fun to try nonetheless. Check out some of the classics.
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Swap and Davi “The rider formerly known as Donut” Millsaps sat down for a little banter in between motos at the Honda test track…
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Saturday Cinema takes a look back at some of our more classic videos. Check out “Victory” from the 2008 Motocross of Nations at Donnington Park…
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As many are aware, Gavin Gracyk has been put through the wringer with many unique and difficult challenges over the course of the past couple of years. With the loss of his father only days after Gracyk completed his first-ever Supercross race at Anaheim 1 earlier this year, Gracyk’s tuner, Dave Derosier, was struck by a car only weeks later and left in critical condition. Though Gracyk’s 2008 campaign was hindered by personal struggles and injuries, the Ohio native still remains positive and excited for his next challenge–whatever that may be. We caught up with the number 273 of Gracyk this morning to talk about his ‘08 season, what he is currently up to, and his plans for ‘09.
Looking back on your ’08 season, you were a part of the Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/Honda team for the Lites West Coast Region SX series and then you made the transition over to the Joe Gibbs Racing Yamaha aboard an YZ450F for the outdoor season. Though you were onboard with two respectable teams, result wise things just wasn’t clicking.
It was definitely a blessing to work with the guys on the Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/Honda team, but it was one of those things where my season simply started off on the wrong foot. As you know, I had a lot of personal battles going on at the time with my dad and my mechanic, Dave [Derosier]. During my ’07 season I was able to spend the entire summer with my pops and Dave. Coming into my first Supercross season, I was testing and training to be as prepared as possible come A1. It was a lot of excitement and a great learning experience. I know that I didn’t light the world on fire, but I did, however, learn a lot and put myself into a position to be better the next time. Like I said, I eventually ran into a few things that I had to deal with, but that’s life, and we all have to deal with difficult things. Though it did crumble my blocks, I was able to get through the season.
When the JGR offer came about, Troy [Lee] understood the opportunity they were giving me and was kind enough to let me step away from the Supermoto program they had so that I could focus on my next goal–Joe Gibbs Racing. That team has a lot of goals and ambitions, and things were going great throughout the time we were testing. Unfortunately, I got hurt at the Las Vegas Supercross, and it was hard for me to finish up what I needed to, you know? I was in the middle of getting things done, but that injury didn’t allow me to finish my preparation. Once I recovered from that, I again had another injury and it felt like I couldn’t escape the injury ball. After that, I had another crash where I injured my elbow. Needless to say, I was only at four or five outdoor Nationals this year. With the injuries and lack of time on the track, I didn’t have an opportunity to show everybody what I am really capable of. You know how this sport is… It’s what you’ve done lately and not what you can do, which is completely understandable. So right now I am just taking care of my mom, who is having some health issues; and I really didn’t have anything come together that I felt 100 percent confident in. Therefore, instead of going into the season unprepared, I am taking a step back and putting all of the pieces together that will allow me to race Supercross. That fire is still burning inside of me, and if it is stronger than ever it is right now (laughs).
Understandably, you do not want to head into a Supercross season unprepared. With that said, however, is there any chance that we’ll see Gavin Gracyk at a Supercross in ’09?
I can’t say yes or no, but there is always a possibility that I will be at a Supercross. That’s what I do… I race, you know? There is a good chance you’ll see number 273 on the track. I don’t want people to think they’ll never see me again, because that is not the case. As far as Anaheim 1, however, I will not be racing. Will I race any Supercross’ this year? There is a very good chance I will. I haven’t lost sight of my goals, and I am trying to set myself up with the right people and keep moving forward. I’ll definitely be racing some outdoors… Dude I have all kinds of things going on right now, so who knows where I’ll be (laughs). Honestly, though, I’ll be racing, but I want people to know that when they do see me racing, I’ll be on a 450. I’m back with my trainer/nutritionist, Drew Robertson, who has stood by my side since day one. He isn’t just a nutritionist and trainer to me he is a close friend. I am just trying to surround myself with people who believe in me, and I am simply doing the work. There is no other way to do it, right? You get out of it what you put into it.
Bud… It breaks my heart to tell you that I am not going to be lining up at A1 in a couple of weeks. Even though I was riding in the Lites class, it was my first-ever Supercross series and to miss your second year is really difficult…really difficult! But I am trying to be patient and let the Lord place me where he wants me. With that being said, I am going to be at the right place at the right time.
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Since getting a taste of Supercross, is that something you thoroughly enjoy?
Oh man, I really enjoyed Supercross! I enjoyed being out at the Honda track riding and trying to better myself. It was just one of those things where I needed more time. I can’t fool myself and go into the Supercross season telling myself I have everything handled because that isn’t the case. Until last year, I didn’t even have the equipment to ride Supercross. There are a lot of pieces to the puzzle that you need to have pieced together before you can go race a Supercross. To go into the season unprepared would be a foolish move. My dad always told me that you go into something prepared; otherwise you wait and tackle the obstacle when you are prepared. There is, however, a fine line to that because you don’t really know what to expect until you go out there and do it. With that said, if I went into the SX season unprepared that would make people think that I can’t ride Supercross. I just need to keep believing and fighting the good fight.
Despite all of your personal struggles you’ve endured throughout the last several years, how have you been able to stay strong mentally?
Man, I think that is because of the grace of God. At the end of the day I can’t give myself any credit because that would be lying. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him. It’s through his mercy and grace that I am able to get through everything that’s been thrown at me.
We haven’t heard much about your mechanic Dave [Derosier] in a while. Are things going okay for him?
Dave is actually doing therapy all of the time and getting a lot better. He is up and about, moving around, riding a bicycle, light jogging; he isn’t what he was, but he is also a lot further ahead compared to where he was in January. It is definitely a blessing that that guy is here. If anybody knows anything about Dave Derosier it’s that he is a fighter and will not give up. He’ll fight through anything, whether it be making a bike go faster or learning to walk again. He is a fighter, and he’ll always be a fighter. He realizes that he is getting better everyday, but that it is also a process.
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Although you do not have anything lined up for 2009, have you still been riding this off-season?
Oh yeah. I am actually in the process of getting some bikes put together. However, since I moved back home from North Carolina, I haven’t had a lot of time on the bike because of the weather and taking care of my mom. Right now, however, I am in Northern California and I’ll be heading down to Southern California to do some riding. Plus, the program that Drew has me on is preparing me for my next task. I still have a lot of people supporting me and staying by my side like Glen and Ryan at Cycra, 5-8 Motocross, and everybody else who knows that I have a goal I’m trying to accomplish. I want to make sure that they are all there to see it accomplished. I’m trying to do a few things that my dad used to do. My dad used to help out riders who were a less fortunate to get to all the races. As I would accumulate sponsors, he would talk to them to get donations and use those donations to take a less fortunate kid to Texas, Loretta’s, and help to support that kid with tires, gear, and helmets, anything he could to help that kid get through the year of racing. I told him that I would carry his vision out on that, however, I have yet to do so because I have some personal things that I need to take care of first. But I do plan on doing some riding schools and interacting with the kids. It’s really cool to work with kids and those who just love to ride their dirt bike. These kids that are just learning how to ride will be the future of our sport, and I want to help them accomplish their goals.
I am going to be opening up a track as well, but as far as opening it up to the public that wont happen right away. It’ll be a place for me to train and do my job once the outdoor Nationals roll around. I want to come into the opening around at a 110 percent and use that momentum towards the following season. I want to leave round 12 of the Nationals on a good note that will allow me to instantly start preparing for the Supercross season… That’s basically what’s going on in my life right now, bro (laughs).
If we do see you at a Supercross in ’09, you’ll be on a 450, correct?
Yes sir.
Would you say that you’re come comfortable on the big bike compared to a 250F?
I don’t know what it is, but for some reason I just struggle on a little bike. I’m not saying that I can’t ride a little bike, but I feel like I am in a better position to be on a bike that I’m more confident on. In the Lites class, I am racing guys who are 30 or 40 pounds lighter than I am, and they are able to do things that I may not be able to do. On a 450, however, I have confidence in the bike, and I know that nine times out of 10 it’ll get me over whatever obstacle I am faced with at that particular moment. I think the lowest I got down to was 163lbs, and that was last season. You know what my problem is, though? I like to eat, and when I don’t I get cranky (laughs). When I am racing a 130lb feather on a rocket ship it makes things tough (laughs). I want to be in the 450 class, because that’s where I feel like I belong.
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AMA Pro Racing Outlines Pro Licensing and Credentialing for
2009 AMA Toyota Motocross Championship
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (December 5, 2008) - AMA Pro Racing recently issued a letter outlining the policies for professional rider licensing and series credentialing for the 2009 AMA Toyota Motocross Championship Presented by FMF.
A copy of the AMA Pro Racing letter to all riders and teams is below:
Attention Professional Supercross and Motocross Riders and Crew Members
With the 2009 supercross and motocross seasons approaching, the information provided is intended to explain the changes to the licensing and credentialing procedures for both series’ that come as a result of the change in ownership of the American Motorcyclists Association (AMA) subsidiary, AMA Pro Racing.
In March 2008, the AMA transferred ownership of its affiliate division, AMA Pro Racing, to the Daytona Motorsports Group (DMG). DMG, which in the future will be operating under the name AMA Pro Racing, has assumed responsibility for the organization and operation of all of the former AMA professional racing programs, except for Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship.
While AMA Pro Racing has acquired the ownership rights for the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship, it has recently announced that it has entered into a multi-year agreement with MX Sports, of Morgantown,
W. Va. With the new partnership, MX Sports will assume responsibility for organizing, promoting and operating the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship. As a result, both groups will assume specific responsibilities relating to the organization of the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship.
Professional motocross rider licenses will be processed by the AMA Pro Racing office in Daytona Beach, Fla., and will be available from AMA Pro Racing after December 10, 2008. The contact information for AMA Pro Racing follows:
c/o Becki Edmondson - Director of Administration
AMA Pro Racing
735 Fentress Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
386-492-1014
386-274-2335 Fax
Email address: proinfo@amaproracing.com
Professional motocross rider entries and crew credentials for the 2009 AMA Toyota Motocross Championship Presented by FMF will be processed by MX Sports, beginning on April 1, 2009. The contact information for MX Sports follows:
c/o Stephani McIntyre - MX Sports Series Administrator
MX Sports
122 Vista Del Rio
Morgantown, WV 26508
304.284.0101
Email address: info@mxsports.com
Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, will continue to be coordinated by the AMA. The 2009 rider licenses and entries for supercross will be processed from the AMA offices in Pickerington, Ohio. The contact information for AMA follows:
c/o Jane Caston - Supercross Coordinator
American Motorcyclists Association (AMA)
13515 Yarmouth Dr.
Pickerington, OH 43147
614.856.1900
Email address: jcaston@ama-cycle.org
For more information, please contact AMA Toyota Motocross Championship media coordinator Brandon Short via email at brandon@nextlevelsportsinc.com or by telephone at (949) 365-5752.
About MX Sports
MX Sports, LLC, owns, manages and produces the two most prestigious and world leading Motocross championships - the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship and the Air Nautiques AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship.
MX Sports is a second generation family owned business that has been in operation for more than 26 years and is an industry leader in the segment of off road/action sports race promotion in the United States.
Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports fields more than 60,000 action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of active fans, spectators and enthusiasts. For more information on MX Sports, please visit www.mxsports.com.
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Even though we are cranking out another issue of TransWorld Motocross with our backs against the deadline wall, Swap managed to sneak out of the office to hook up with Davi Millsaps for some riding at the Honda Supercross test track…
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CATCHING UP WITH TREY CANARD
We spotted Eastern Regional Supercross Lites Champion Trey Canard at our local LA Fitness gym last night, working up a sweat in his velour Fox Racing track suit, so we decided to ring him up this morning to see what he was up to…
So you’re in California, preparing for the 2009 Supercross series. How is testing going thus far?
Pretty good. We have my suspension pretty stiff so that I can jump really far. I am going for the world record distance jump next week, so I am pretty excited about that. I am trying to beat Trigger Gumm’s record (laughs). I haven’t done a lot of testing just yet because I just got back on the bike and getting used to things. What’s the weather like that you left behind in Oklahoma? It was really nice a couple of weeks ago, but then it just turned to crap. It was so cold, and I had to wear a jacket when I was riding. The weather is definitely a lot better out here.
Are you healed up now after breaking your femur at Washougal?
Yeah. I got it x-rayed a week ago and it looks perfect. Obviously it is in the back of my mind a little bit, but it’s really old news. I’ll definitely be a 100% by the time Anaheim rolls around. So no more limp? Oh no! The pimp limp is gone.
Is the game plan for you to run your big number one plate on the East Coast for ’09?
I am actually doing north central. No… I actually need to make that decision within the next few weeks. I am not too sure what I am going to do as of now, but once I start feeling good on the bike we’ll see what happens.
So if you’re feeling confident, are you going to try and sweep the West Coast Championship as well?
I’d like to ride the West Coast series. With that rule, I am going to be moving up next year, so I’d like to spend some time on the West Coast tracks in preparation for next year.
How different is the 2009 CRF250R? Have you spent much time on it?
I’ve only had about two weeks of Supercross riding, and it is basically the same setup that we had last year. However, we should start testing the new stuff pretty soon.
So what’s new with Trey Canard? Have you been getting yourself into some good trouble?
Not really. I’m just excited that it isn’t 20 degrees outside. That’s my new thrill!
With your rookie season now behind you, what can people expect to see from you in ’09?
A championship would be great, but I’ve realized if that’s the only thing you race for then things don’t really turn out that well for you. I just need to attack every race as if it were my last one. I am going to do the best that I can; however it goes it goes. So I guess you could say that Trey Canard is just going to give it all he has at every race.
Wow. I knew that number-one plate would get to your head eventually. You are referring to yourself in the third person, much like a NBA star…
(Laughs) Hey, you started it a couple questions ago!
So if you’re not racing solely for a championship, then what else are you racing for? The fame, girls, and money?
Yeah…the money (laughs). I got a taste of what it’s like to win a championship during the Supercross season and that was one of the best feelings. I’ve discovered that if you only focus on winning a championship and nothing else, things don’t seem to work out. I just take each race one step at a time and give it my all. I don’t worry about a championship until the time has come.
Are you wearing Fox gear yet, or is that not until January?
I’ve actually been wearing Fox for a couple of weeks.
Do you feel foxy in it?
Definitely! I feel like a white, red headed James Stewart. (Laughs)
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Houston, Texas December 1, 2008 - Houston, we have a new location to ride motocross. It’s Cornerstone Motocross Park, and it is now available for your riding pleasure. After months of designing, redesigning and several test rides, Cornerstone Motocross Park is now open to the public. Key riders from beginner to pros have been invited to Cornerstone over the past couple of months to ensure that this new track will be best suited for all levels of motocross riders. Thanksgiving weekend was the big grand opening as riders from the greater Houston area were able to take laps on the fun new circuit.
Cornerstone has a great mix of soil consisting of clay and sand. This combined with a unique layout make this a must ride for motocrossers of all skill levels. The signature obstacle on the track is a large mound of dirt that banks a huge left hand turn. Other fun sections include the rolling sand woops, a flowing rhythm section and easy step-up table tops. A beginner can easily clear the step-up part, while the more seasoned rider will clear the step-up and table together.
This is only the beginning for Cornerstone. There are plans for an air conditioned spectator viewing tower and some other nice things that will be discussed at a later date.
Cornerstone is owned and operated by motocrossers for motocrossers and they understand the needs of today’s riders. Cornerstone will be open from Wednesdays through Sundays. Opening most of those days mid morning and closing at sunset. In the immediate future you can expect a starting gate and race action in 2009. For complete information you can go to www.csmxpark.com, and receive up to the minute track conditions along with photos, fees and other important information.
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As all of you know, our visitors have had the ability to upload their own photos since the inception of our new site platform, and with that comes many photos of the ladies that surround our great sport. We thought we’d compile some of those photos as sort of a reprise… Some were submitted by the ladies themselves, others were loaded by boyfriends and husbands, and others are of women that may not even know they are in a photo.
Anywho, check ‘em out.
And if you think you, or someone you know, has that certain something, don’t hesitate to upload a shot…maybe we’ll feature it on the main page marquee.
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NBC SPORTS AND MTV ANNOUNCE THE CREATION OF
ALLI, THE ALLIANCE OF ACTION SPORTS
Alli to include seven national & international action sports properties, adding new
partnerships with Maloof Money Cup, AMA Motocross Championship & King of Wake
series to popular Dew Tour franchise
NEW YORK – December 1, 2008 – NBC Sports and MTV, a division of Viacom’s MTV
Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), announced today the creation of Alli, the Alliance of
Action Sports™. Alli is a global business that joins the former Action Sports Tour
properties (AST) with Maloof Money Cup, AMA Motocross Championship and King of
Wake series to create the most diverse and robust action-sports offering in the world.
The new umbrella brand, which will continue to be co-owned by NBC Sports and MTV,
will offer a schedule of seven national and international action sports tours and events,
multimedia content and production, a digital hub and consumer-facing lifestyle brand.
Building on the successful foundation of AST, Alli will serve as the owner and operator
of the Dew Tour and Winter Dew Tour, Free Flow Tour, and the China Invitational. In
addition, Alli has formed partnerships with industry leaders and premier properties:
Maloof Money Cup, the AMA Motocross Championships, and the King of Wake series.
Alli partners will continue to manage their respective events with the added benefit of
television programming on NBC Sports and MTV, global media content distribution,
sponsorship sales, and marketing and promotion across all platforms. A soon-to-belaunched
digital hub will also serve as the online destination for all Alli properties and a
leading source of all action sports content and news.
This announcement comes six months after the groundbreaking joint venture between
NBC and MTV around the AST and its related businesses. This wide-ranging,
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strategic partnership expanded the business across NBC and MTV’s multiple screens,
including action sports competition and youth-focused lifestyle programming, crosspromotion,
multi-platform content and distribution, consumer products licensing and an
enhanced digital offering. Moving forward under the Alli brand, the partnership will
include over 80 hours of original programming offered annually across NBC, USA
Network, MTV and MTV2
“Alli’s mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports by showcasing both
the competition and lifestyle aspect of these sports. We believe these are the sports of
a new generation and Alli will bring together the best properties, athletes, and brands
globally for the fans of action sports,” says Wade Martin, President of Alli, the Alliance of
Action Sports.
“When NBC Sports launched the Dew Tour we knew there would be an opportunity to
expand into other action sports. We are excited to bring the best programming across
the entire action sports genre on multiple media distribution platforms to our audience,”
says Kevin Monaghan, Senior Vice President, Business Development, NBC Sports &
Olympics.
Added Jeff Yapp, Executive Vice President of Program Enterprises for MTV Networks
Music & Logo Group, “This is a major step in building the business we imagined when
we first partnered with NBC Sports. Building our online platform, creating a lifestyle
brand, and expanding original content will positively impact the network of partners,
athletes, fans and the action sports industry as a whole, which is everything that the
alliance represents”.
An overview of the Alli properties is as follows:
Maloof Money Cup
Held for the first time in 2008, the Maloof Money Cup, owned and operated by the
Maloof family, has quickly become the premier skateboarding event within the
community and attracts every top athlete. Including three professional competitions –
Men’s and Women’s Pro Street, and Men’s Pro Vert – and the Amateur Championships,
it boasts the largest single event purse in skateboarding with over $450,000 in prize
money.
AMA Motocross Championship
AMA Motocross Championship is the top outdoor series in motocross and draws elite
rider talent from all around the world. The MX Sports-organized series, which began in
1972, spans 12 races across the U.S., and at the end of each year, the AMA National
Motocross Championship titles are awarded based on the riders’ performances over
the entire series.
King of Wake
As the elite pro wakeboarding circuit, the King of Wake series has attracted the sport’s
top riders from throughout the globe. With more than $300,000 in prize money over the
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eight-event season, riders compete over the course of the year to be named the “King
of Wake” – an award based on points accumulated at each stop of the series. Events
include Wake Games, Pro Wakeboard Tour (5 events), WWA National Championships,
and WWA World Championships. The King of Wake is organized by World Sports &
Marketing – the leading wake event producers since 1988.
Dew Tour
The Dew Tour, the premier season-long series in action sports, consists of five major,
multi-sport events, featuring skateboarding (park and vert), BMX (park, vert, and dirt),
and FMX. Dew Tour is the most watched and attended action sports property in the
world with over 250k spectators, 41 million total viewers and reaches over 100 countries
worldwide. The events extend across the country, have a cumulative points system, and
a $3.5 million competitive purse. The Dew Tour has been the cornerstone property of
AST over the last four years, and its success has now enabled the formation of Alli, the
Alliance of Action Sports. It crowns year-end champions including past Dew Cup
winners Ryan Sheckler, Shaun White, Bucky Lasek, Jamie Bestwick, and Nate Adams.
Winter Dew Tour
The Winter Dew Tour is launching in December of ’08, and will expand Alli’s footprint
into the winter action sports. It consists of three major, multi-sport events spanning
across the country, with a cumulative points system, and a $1.5 million competitive
purse. The tour will feature 29 hours of original television programming. Each event
features men and women’s snowboard (superpipe and slopestyle), and men’s freeskiing
(superpipe and slopestyle). Top athletes, Shaun White, Hannah Teter, Travis Rice,
Simon Dumont, and Danny Kass, are already planning to compete.
Free Flow Tour
The Free Flow Tour, the Dew Tour’s official amateur series, provides amateur athletes
the opportunity to earn a chance to compete against the pros in the Dew Tour. The
Free Flow Tour consists of 50 events across 26 cities in the U.S.,
featuring skateboarding and BMX. The winners of the Free Flow Tour Finals compete
against the pros at the Dew Tour’s PlayStation Pro in Orlando, Fla. Past Free Flow
Tour winners include Chaz Ortiz (2007 Dew Cup Winner, Skate Park) and Mike Spinner
(2008 Dew Tour Second Place, BMX Park).
China Invitational
The China Invitational is Alli’s first international expansion initiative. The inaugural China
Invitational was held in April 2008 in Beijing, China and featured the top skateboarders
competing in vert and park disciplines before a capacity crowd.
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Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports is global business that encompasses national and
international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer
facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: The Dew Tour (debuted in 2005), Winter
Dew Tour (debuting in 2008), Alli China Invitational (debuted in 2008), Maloof Money
Cup, AMA Motocross, The King of Wake, and the Free Flow Tour (debuted in 2005); Alli
Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with
partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC
Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and
properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through
competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties
are home to more than 700,000 spectators each year, over 150 hours of original
programming, and are broadcast in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide.
NBC Universal
NBC Universal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the
development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a
global audience. Formed in May 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi
Universal Entertainment, NBC Universal owns and operates the No. 1 television
network, the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, a valuable portfolio of news
and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television
production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme
parks. NBC Universal is 80%-owned by General Electric, with 20% controlled by Vivendi
Universal.
MTV Networks
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading
creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse
audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer
products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350
digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix,
Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY
CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, Gametrailers and Xfire.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is proud to announce that Stan Simpson is the 2008 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year. Simpson, who is the current AMA Board of Directors Chairman, was honored with the inaugural AMA Motorcyclist of the Year distinction in conjunction with the quarterly meeting of the AMA Board of Directors today in Irvine, Calif.
The AMA Motorcyclist of the Year is the person who has had the most profound impact on motorcycling in a single calendar year. Rather than recognize a lifetime of achievement, the award recognizes an individual’s influence on motorcycling and its future.
The AMA Motorcyclist of the Year announcement, and the story of the man who earned it, is commemorated with a feature-length article in the January 2009 issue of American Motorcyclist, the official journal of the AMA. The January issue arrives in member mailboxes the second week of December.
“This inaugural selection may seem self-serving, yet Stan Simpson is the clear choice for this distinction,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Stan has had a greater impact on the AMA and motorcycling than any single person in America in 2008.
“In recent years, the AMA had become mired in professional racing controversy, and the Association had lost the focus that a strong, unified national association must maintain,” Dingman said. “Stan recognized that, and he led the bold moves necessary to fix the AMA once and for all. Under Stan’s leadership, many of the AMA’s professional racing properties were sold to an organization very capable of elevating the sport, the menu of member benefits continues to grow, our magazine has improved significantly, we are beefing up our Government Relations Department, and our fiscal house is in order.
“Most importantly, Stan Simpson’s leadership has put the AMA in a better position to focus on our core mission of protecting the future of motorcycling,” said Dingman.
Simpson has been a dedicated off-road and street rider for decades. He competed in the National Enduro Championship in the 1970s and participated in the International Six Day Trial. After enjoying a lifetime of motorcycling because of the programs and efforts of the AMA, with the urging of friends, Simpson decided that it was time to give back to the AMA and motorcycling’s future.
Simpson was elected to the AMA Board of Directors, representing the individual members in the South Central region, in 2005. He also held a seat on the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation (AMHF) Board of Directors, which guides the AMA’s Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, and eventually served as chairman. In late 2007, Simpson was thrust into the position of AMA Board Chairman when the previous chairman resigned after an internal audit revealed he had submitted fraudulent travel reimbursement claims.
In addition to his service on the AMA Board, Simpson — who accepts no reimbursement from the AMA for his travel — contributes a great deal of his time and money to both the AMA and the AMHF.
“The AMA and all of motorcycling is better positioned for growth and prosperity because of the vision and perseverance of Stan Simpson,” Dingman said. “There is a lot of work to be done, but thanks to Stan, we are now able to tackle that work with the urgency and diligence that our membership deserves.”
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has promoted and protected the motorcycling lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life and they navigate many different roads on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycle organization with nearly 300,000 members, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition events than any other organization in the world. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. For more information, visit www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com.
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BORKY ADDED TO TROY LEE DESIGNS HONDA
Although the Supercross season is only a little over a month away, our good buddy Sean Borkenhagen gave us a call late last week to tell us he has finally inked himself a deal for the 2009 West Coast Lites Region Supercross series. After a team tryout and a couple of weeks of waiting, Borky has signed up with the Troy Lee Designs Honda team for ’09. “I am so pumped,” Borkenhagen told us. “This is the opportunity I’ve been looking for to prove to everybody that I have what it takes.” Though this will be Borkenhagen’s first-ever Supercross season, he told us he is confident in his ability on a Supercross track and will be doing a lot of testing at the Honda test track in preparation for his debut A1.
DC MOUSTACHE FINALE
DC Shoes’ Nate Adams and Travis Pastrana’s Movember Moustache venture came to a close this weekend. The two moto stars grew MO’s for the entire month of November to help raise money for the Movember Fundraising efforts. Unfortunately, we couldn’t get a final photo of T.P.’s MO before he shaved ‘er off, but we did get this photo of Nate’s mean fu-manchu… pretty rad. Check out the entire progression at www.dcshoes.com/movember.
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How the ‘Mo’-vement Began
Movember, an Australian non-profit organization, was born in 2003 when a couple of Australian mates were enjoying a beer at a small bar in Melbourne and decided two things – men’s health issues needed a forum and the moustache was in dire need of a comeback. Their goal was to create a campaign that joined like-minded individuals while raising money for charity and having fun along the way.
Since 2003, Movember has turned into a truly global movement. In 2007, Mo Bros and Mo Sistas in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, and Spain joined their Aussie counterparts by participating in the campaign. Since Movember’s inception, almost 200,000 Mo Bros have sported a Mo and more than $29 million has been raised globally for prostate cancer research, including $740,568 raised in the United States last year. Movember is the biggest international event supporting prostate cancer.
A DAY IN THE DIRT
The curtain has fallen on the 11th annual A Day in the Dirt hosted by the Hollywood Film Stunt Community, Elrod Racing, and Troy Lee Designs, but there are photos upon photos yet to be perused. Check out the latest gallery…
And if you missed the other galleries, CLICK HERE
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My name is Scott Kandel. I am the founder and Chief Altruistic Officer of Warthog Racing (www.WarthogRacing.com). Warthog Racing runs a professional Supercross/Motocross race team – the largest team in the world with over 25 riders. The official name for the team for 2009 SX is MDK/Warthog Racing/MotoConcepts.
We are unique in that we support professional racers called privateers that are resource disadvantaged and we work hard operating as a virtual not-for-profit to bring them resources like money and sponsors so our racers can compete to be the best in the world. Please note the name of the organization has been changed from Wonder Warthog Racing to Warthog Racing for 2009.
We only have one paid position on staff – the race team truck driver, Chris Parsons. Chris handles more riders out of our rig than 10 other teams combined. He is certainly a truck driver for the ages. The dozens of others that help make Warthog Racing a reality are all volunteers, including myself and Darrell Saldana, the Race Director, Jon Kandel, the team’s Task Master, Alison Turner, the Business Manager, Jaime Allen, Benefactor Relationship Director, and Jeff Tomlinson, the Chief of Logistics.
Our mission is to help deserving privateer racers live their dreams. We’ve been living this vision since 2003. Our program – The Warthog Racing Academy — provides the riders motorcycle transportation, pit set-up, mechanics, who work through the unique Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Internship program, gas, food, water, hospitality, and rider marketing and promotion, as well as the opportunity for riders to “graduate” to better resourced teams at any time during the season. The individual riders are responsible for their own motorcycles, race entry fees, and travel expenses.
Although the Warthog Racing Academy has attained enough resources to fund our infrastructure for the season thanks to great sponsors like MDK and MMI, the economic turbulence of 2008 has not been kind to our riders. Many of our riders with great potential have little in the way of resources to make it through the entire season. These are excellent riders like Heath Voss, Tyler Bowers, Sean Collier, Eric Sorby, Manu Rivas, Gavin Gracyk, Tyler Bright, Michael Blose, Vince Friese (East Coast), Jacob Saylor (East Coast), Ryan Mills (West Coast), Tiger Lacey (West Coast), Mike Horban (West Coast), and Kevin Urquhart (West Coast), plus many more to be named during the season. This is where the fans of the sport can help. You can “adopt” a rider in the Warthog Racing Academy to help them make it through the season. Please feel free to contact Scott Kandel at 213 268-2659 or scott@wonderwarthogracing.com if you’d like to help any of these kids out. Any type of contribution WILL make a difference.
Also new the 2009 season is the Warthog Racing Supercross Complex with two SX tracks on it. We have built exact replicas of the 2009 Anaheim 1 and Atlanta tracks to give the privateers the real world experience they need to compete. It is located on the Honolulu Hills Raceway property located near Bakersfield, CA. It is part of an existing 2100 acre riding park. It is open year round to all AMA SX endorsed privateers at no cost – it’s not just our MDK/Warthog Racing riders, it’s to help the sport in an area that is sorely needed.
Finally, we have created an affiliate program that links like-minded teams together in an initiative we call the Warthog Nation. These teams are all working to support the goals of Warthog Racing – to support the privateer through creative programs and to make Supercross/Motocross the standard by which all Motorsports are measured. Our first member team of the Warthog Nation is the new elite MotoConcepts/MDK Speed Honda team featuring our recent graduate from the Warthog Racing Academy Jeff Alessi as well as Frenchman Ben Coisy, Australian Daniel McCoy, and Cole Siebler. Also joining the Warthog Nation for 2009 is the always popular Fire and Police team. And finally, our lifetime charter member of the Warthog Nation is the former Supercross World Champion Heath Voss, who will be representing the U.S. Air Force and MasterCraft Boats whilst spreading the gospel of the Warthog Nation.
A debt of gratitude goes out to our sponsors, partners, and benefactors that make The Warthog Racing Academy possible — MDK Motorsports, MDK Speed, MotoConcepts, DeCal Works, Smooth Industries, MMI, Transworld Motocross, RacerX Illustrated, Dirt Rider Magazine, Relentless Media, MotocrossGiant.com, The Plumber Inc., MB2 Raceway, Edgile Consulting, Dana K Business Parks, The Whitaker Wellness Institute, DT1 Air Filters, Vanquish MX, Advanced Maintenance, Honolulu Hills Raceway, L&M Racing and MXResultz.com. With this fine group, anything is possible. And special thanks to Feld Motor Sports. Because of their full support, dozens of privateers get the opportunity to live their dreams.
Take care and we’ll see you at the races!!
About MDK Motorsports and MDK Speed Equipment:
MDK Motorsports, LLC and MDK Speed Equipment, LLC are privately held companies and part of the MDK brand family of motocross related products and services. With 30 years of experience in Aerospace Engineering and a passion for high performance 4-stroke motocross bikes, MDK Speed Equipment delivers technology and products that have not been previously available to the general public.
AS 9003 aerospace manufacturing protocols are used, along with countless hours of dyno, flow bench, and track testing to enable MDK SE to provide products and services that deliver great performance and durability. MDK Motorsports and MDK Speed Equipment are located in San Jose, California. For more information go to www.MDKMoto.com or www.MDKSpeed.com
About MotoConcepts:
MotoConcepts is a Pacific Northwest Manufacturer of innovative and unique Motorsports accessories designed for the professional and recreational rider. MotoConcepts is proud to partner with top motocross companies like MDK, RXR, Warthog Racing, Smooth Industries, and Decal Works to help support the MCRMX team. For more information visit www.MotoConcepts.com
About Warthog Racing:
Warthog Racing (WR) is a unique company formed to better the sport of motocross. WR is comprised of two distinct entities: the not for profit Warthog Racing Academy, created to conceptualize, fund, and execute meaningful programs aimed directly at supporting the privateers; and Warthog Enterprises (WE), which focuses on merchandise and entertainment products. The WR website is at www.WarthogRacing.com
About Synergy Racing Technologies:
Synergy Racing Technologies is a group of sponsors and individuals whose mission is to: conceptualize, fund, and execute meaningful programs aimed directly at supporting the Privateers thus helping to progress the sport we love. SRT is focused on providing their riders with the best platform to succeed while making optimal use of race team resources to maximize sponsorship value.
Synergy Racing Technologies would like to acknowledge the continued support of its partners: Warthog Racing, MDK, MotoConcepts, P-LoK, DeCal Works, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Smooth Industries, ThePlumberInc.com , MotocrossGiant.com, Advanced Maintenance, RXR Protect, Vanquish MX, MXResultz.com, PowerStart Laptimers, United Martial Arts, Pivot Works/Hotcams, MotoTees, L&M Racing, Honolulu Hills Raceway, Round Wheels. Special thanks to Feld Entertainment, MX Sports, the NPG, and the AMA for supporting our vision. Each of these great companies shares a common belief — supporting programs aimed at helping to progress the sport we love. Synergy Racing Technologies welcomes you to “Support those that support the Sport!”
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