Lucas Oil / TLD / Honda's Christian Craig will miss much of the remaining supercross series to repair a broken wrist. The scaphoid bone (navicular) in his left wrist was fractured at the Southwick Motocross National and he had surgery to screw the broken bone. Unfortunately, the bone never healed properly and he will have to have it corrected.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
2012 Los Angeles Supercross: Eli Tomac Interview
This is GEICO Honda rider Eli Tomac after his first win of the season at the 2012 Los Angeles Supercross. Look for the red plate on Eli's bike next week, as he leaves the Los Angeles Supercross with a 1 point lead over Dean Wilson going into the Oakland Supercross. See what he had to say as he gives the low down on his night.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/2012-los-angeles-supercross-eli-tomac-interview
Marnicq Bervoets Connor McGechan Andre Malherbe David Bailey
DC Moto TF Day with Ryan Morais
Ryan Morais' goal for a 2010 West Coast Lites Supercross championship came to a screeching halt in just the 3rd round of the series, when another racer landed on the back on his bike, sending both riders crashing to the ground. This unfortunate crash would sideline Ryan for a few rounds, but he would eventually return to racing action in Seattle and finish the season 10th overall points. When the AMA Motocross Nationals came into around, Ryan was ready to get back to racing, but going into the second round he was once again out with an injury. Ryan has been busy the past few months, but is back and ready to set some new goals for the upcoming 2011 series. I spoke with Ryan about what he learned over the past year and his prospects for the new season.
Angela: Well Ryan, here we are just a few short weeks until the first Supercross race of the season; let's talk about sponsors and the bike?
Ryan: Yeah, DC Shoes stepped up recently and is sponsoring the entire Rockstar Energy Suzuki Team, so I am really excited to be a part of it. I have only been with this sponsor for a few days now and they're really taken care of the team. I'm with the same team as last year, Rockstar Energy Suzuki, with the same mechanic (Rene Zapata), and the same team manager, and owner, everything is pretty much the same, but Suzuki really is stepping up this year. Last year we were on a 2009 carburetor bike, so we were kind of behind the ball, but this year we are on the new 2011 fuel injected, the whole new chassis and everything, and Suzuki has really helped us out with factory support. Our bikes are pretty much in house bikes, running Shoei Suspension, so everything is looking great. Everyone has been doing a great job and the people at Yoshimura have been doing a lot of testing and getting our bikes dialed in, so I'm excited for Anaheim 1. Our bike should be one of the best ones out there, making things really competitive, and that is very cool.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/dc-moto-tf-day-with-ryan-morais
2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, an FIM World Championship - Phoenix Recap, Los Angeles Preview
Last Saturday in Phoenix, Arizona, the second round of 2012 Monster Energy Supercross invaded Chase Field. Round one winner Ryan Villopoto came into the weekend brimming with confidence and carried that into qualifying, as he came away with the fastest 450 lap time. But when it came time for racing, luck was not on the Monster Energy Kawasaki rider’s side. Crashes in both his heat and the main event made for a trying evening.
Instead, the good luck rested well within the orange camp, as Red Bull/KTM's Ryan Dungey captured his first win of the season. The victory also marks the Austrian manufacturer's first ever win in the premier class. And the good fortune did not stop there.
In Supercross Lites, while reigning 250 Class AMA Pro Motocross Champion, Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki's Dean Wilson, stomped off with his first win of the year, Dungey’s teammate, Marvin Musquin, came away with a second place finish. His best ever in his 'young' AMA Supercross career (although a two time World MX Champion). Wilson’s teammate, Tyla Rattray, had another impressive outing in Phoenix and finished with his second podium in two weeks with a third place finish. Add in the rest of the top three finishers of the Supercross Class, with Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Jake Weimer and Villopoto, and the entire podium was awash in orange and green.
But Villopoto’s result did not come easy. The defending champ got tangled up on the first lap in the treacherous sand section, and fell to dead last before the first lap was completed. But he got right back up and went on a tear, blazing the fastest lap time of the race along the way.
MX Adventures
A Supercross is usually filled with its share of dramatic moments. From the jump off the gate to those first turn pile ups, all the way to that finish and everything in between, the action at Supercross is always nonstop.
The 2010 Phoenix Supercross had more dramatic moments than your normal race. However it was in those days that followed that the drama grew with various opinions that were blasted across message boards and blogs. I certainly appreciated the hot topics brought to the surface by the many people who love the sport of Supercross. And like you I have my own thoughts on the James Stewart and Chad Reed 'incident' ...
It was just one year ago when a controversy made headlines with Jason Lawrence, Josh Hansen and Steve Boniface were 'fighting'.
The backlash for those guys were met by AMA officials. Last year the Rules stated that the following offense is subject to disciplinary action:
An attack on a Racing official and/or engaging in a fight. This includes any person who attacks or is involved in a fight anywhere on the premises prior to, during, or after an AMA Supercross meet. There will be no maximum fine or suspension period for this offense.
My point here is that Supercross is no stranger to its share of drama but in the aftermath of last year, and now Phoenix, what does it take to show some true sportsmanship and character in tough occupation?
James commented thru his blog initially. Info on Chad Reed came thru Kawasaki and Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Manager Mike Fisher stated that Chad would not return to racing until he is 100 percent. Chad is expected to miss a minimum of six weeks to heal his broken left hand. Six to seven weeks puts us near the Daytona Supercross and by then there will still be eight races left on the schedule.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/mx-adventures
2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, an FIM World Championship - LA Recap, Oakland Preview
We are now three rounds deep into the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross Series, and things are beginning to heat up. Last weekend in Los Angeles, two riders rode off with solid wins - Chad Reed in the premiere 450 Supercross class, and Eli Tomac in the 250 Lites West Regional Supercross class.
There was a serious crash involving Trey Canard and Ryan Morais. We will continue to keep you updated as to their health status whenever we receive updates. Both Rick Johnson and Jeremy McGrath in their blogs of this past week commented about the crash:
Jeremy McGrath / King's Korner blog
Chad Reed took his first win of the season in the Supercross class, while Eli Tomac did the same in Lites racing. But the way the two riders accomplished their feats was completely different.
In the initial gate drop for the 450 Supercross class, Ryan Dungey grabbed the holeshot, mere inches in front of Defending AMA Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ryan Villopoto, but by the second turn, Villopoto had already taken over the lead. Considering his lap times in the heats and practice, the Monster Energy Kawasaki rider looked to be on his way to another runaway victory. But then the red flag came out (because of the crash involved Trey and Ryan) which forced a restart. Before you continue below
Hard Fight for Suzuki riders at Oakland Supercross
Rockstar Energy Suzuki’s Martin Davalos and Yoshimura Suzuki’s Brett Metcalfe both fought hard to point-scoring rides at the fourth round [...]
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Gold Coast Junior Motocross Club to re-open
After a forced closure by Gold Coast city council 2 years ago due to noise complaints. Mike Hatcher’s junior motorcycle club has been given the go ahead to re-open with an initial 6 month lease due to start later in December 2011. The club has been home to a number of well known champion racers [...]
Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/gold-coast-junior-motocross-club-to-re-open/
RJ Says: Moving to Pro 4 Off-Road Truck Racing in 2011
Last year I won the TORC Pro 2 Off-Road Truck racing championship. This year I'm moving to the Pro 4 class.
What's the difference between Pro 2 and Pro 4? Pro 2 is two wheel drive. Pro 4 is four wheel drive.
With Pro 4 you can drive more aggressively - you can get on the gas more, because you have much more traction with all four wheels.
Also in 2011, I'm with a new team - Menzies. Plus I have help from Dodge, and Red Bull.
In this video below, this is one of the first times I started testing for 2011. It's a track at Glen Helen Raceway! (Home of the US MX GP)
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-moving-to-pro-4-off-road-truck-racing-in-2011
Monday, January 30, 2012
2011 Seattle Supercross: Qualifying Times
It's Round 15 and the wet weather conditions from the Seattle Supercross delayed today's practice. The old man, Kevin Windham gets the first gate pick with the best lap time of 52.035 seconds. He won the Seattle Supercross last year, can he do it again? The second gate pick goes to James Stewart with a [...]
Source: http://emotocrossblog.com/archives/1070
John van den Berk Gert van Doorn Christian Beggi Heinz Kinigadner
RJ Says: Defending a Supercross Championship and season review
After watching the first three supercross races of the 2011 season, I'll share with you what I see at this point.
Two riders that have really impressed me so far are Ryan Villopoto and Trey Canard. Looking at their fitness, their riding technique, their ability to get thru traffic on the race track, both are far beyond what I thought they would be.
I knew Ryan would be fast. But when a rider has been away from racing for a while, as he has, sometimes it takes a while to knock off the rust. Ryan has looked great after his heat races - obviously the training with Aldon Baker has helped him a lot. I can see his fitness, how much he is sweating, and his ability to retain his breath and breathing after both his heats and main events. It's visible that Ryan has leaned down together with Aldon, and he's in awesome condition.
I thought it would take Trey Canard at least half a season in the premiere Supercross class to where he was really comfortable. As I watch Trey in these first three races, there are certain section of the different tracks where he is faster than either Villopoto or James Stewart. Once Trey puts together the whole track, and an entire 20 laps like that - look for him to win some races this year.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-defending-a-supercross-championship-and-season-review
FIM Ice Speedway Gladiators World Championship - Qualifiers
As anticipated, the Russians were again dominant in the Qualifying Rounds for the FIM Ice Speedway G...
See and hear James Stewart and Eli Tomac after their Oakland Supercross wins 2012
The big winners Saturday night in Round 4 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercros Series in Oakland? James Stewart and Eli Tomac! James won the premiere Supercross class 20 lap main event, and Eli won the 15 lap West 'Regional' main event.
Here is James with Amanda:
And here is Eli with Amanda
The New Supercross.com Trend Report
You've asked for it for years. And now you have it. The Supercross.com Trend Report.
What is The Trend Report? It's the latest in data crunching for supercross and motocross - we are going to predict to you the likely finishing positions of your favorite riders - before the race happens! It is so sophisticated and cutting edge, even NASA scientists can't quite figure it out yet!
The categories in the formula used to create these rankings include speed, endurance, past performance, ability, track conditions, weather, and more.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/the-new-supercrosscom-trend-report
Behind the scenes: Team USA for 2010 Motocross of Nations - together for the first time
I was back out at Pala Raceway for something very special. I had already been there for four days for the Finale of the 2010 AMA MX season and the Awards Banquet.
But, as I mentioned, this was something special - the first official get together of Team USA for the 2010 Motocross of Nations. Team Manager Roger De Coster, racers Ryan Dungey, Andrew Short, Trey Canard, and all the support staff needed for an effort like this.
Ryan Dungey, Roger De Coster, Trey Canard, Andrew Short and Mitch Payton
I felt very privileged to be invited to such an event. I soon came to realize that the most unique and moving part of the day was seeing the look of real happiness, the feeling of true honor, and the comraderie for each person involved, as 'The Team' came together for the first time. It was contagious. They seem to be a real 'team' already, working together well, and have great things to say about each other. Again, it was contagious!
Highlighting this coming Saturday Monster Energy Supercross in Phoenix - Joe Gibbs Racing Team
The Joe Gibbs Racing MX team is managed by Jeremy Albrecht. Their two riders are Davi Millsaps (number 18) and two time Supercross Champion James Stewart, number 7.
In 2012, the team will compete in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, and the Lucas Oils National Motocross Championships.
There are three videos below - one of is team manager Jeremy Albrecht, one is of Davi Millsaps, and one is of James Stewart. Notice at the end of James' video where he talks about something that recently caused a lot of controversy.
New look for the Enduro Women!!!
For the 2012 season, the FIM Marketing service headed by Olivier GODALLIER has decided to offer a ne...
Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1327574318-new-look-for-the-enduro-women/
Let Battle Commence
The FIM Ice Speedway Gladiators World Championship kicks off this weekend with the Qualifying Rounds...
Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1327655054-let-battle-commence/
2011 Seattle Supercross: Qualifying Times
It's Round 15 and the wet weather conditions from the Seattle Supercross delayed today's practice. The old man, Kevin Windham gets the first gate pick with the best lap time of 52.035 seconds. He won the Seattle Supercross last year, can he do it again? The second gate pick goes to James Stewart with a [...]
Source: http://emotocrossblog.com/archives/1070
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Hottie of the week – Dianna Dahlgren
We know its snowing in some parts of the UK this morning so we best try to warm you up [...]
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Source: http://moto.mpora.com/news/hottie-week-dianna-dahlgren.html
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Noora Naraghi from Iran chasing her motocross racing dream
Noora Naraghi recently traveled from Iran to the USA to pursue her motocross racing dream. Her MX dream? To learn how to ride and race motocross from Stefy Bau, former 2 time Women's World Motocross Champion and owner/instructor of 211 MX school. 211 MX is the elite world wide motocross academy based in Florida, and designed specially for women riders and racers.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/noora-naraghi-from-iran-chasing-her-motocross-racing-dream
Rough Jump Faces
There is nothing better than a freshly groomed track in the morning that is perfectly tilled. The track might as well be an interstate which can make anyone feel like a pro. However, once things get rough, you have pick and choose lines as well as deal with the challenging jump faces. Those who ride [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/rough-jump-faces-2/
Latest info on Trey Canard - January 26
Torrance, CA: Team Honda Muscle Milk rider Trey Canard underwent surgery Tuesday night after sustaining a back injury at Saturday’s Supercross event at Dodger Stadium. The purpose of the procedure was to stabilize the injured area. “The surgery went exactly as planned,” said Trey’s brother Aaron. “He is still in some pain and discomfort but is able to deal with it better and better. He is staying positive and his spirits are up, which is great to see. Depending on how the next few days go, the doctors are hoping he can be released to go home by the end of the weekend.”
Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/latest-info-on-trey-canard-january-26
Marseille, Marseille so good they named it twice
There is no doubt that the 2012 FIM X-Trial World Championship has begun at speed with the trip to M...
Christian Beggi Heinz Kinigadner Fritz Betzlbacher Christophe Martin
UFC 143 Nick Diaz Walkout Tee
Metal Mulisha’s Nick Diaz VS Carlos Condit at UFC 143 February 4, 2012 in Las Vegas will be an...
Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/01/ufc-143-nick-diaz-walkout-tee/
British Supercross championship tickets selling well
If you haven’t purchased your tickets for the British Supercross Championship final yet you better get on the phone or [...]
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Source: http://moto.mpora.com/news/british-supercross-championship-tickets-selling.html
Stanmore MX closed by local council
Spread the word and do what you can… Important Up-date. It is imperative that every member who lives in the Gold Coast Council area contact their local Councilor and voice their deep dissatisfaction with Councils resolution (read below for details). Remind them that you and your wife/husband vote; and unless commonsense prevails and Council reverse [...]
Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/stanmore-mx-closed-by-local-council/
Angry Bikes is Here, Now!
Angry Bikes! Yeah, you read that right - Angry Bikes!
It's the newest, latest, coolest game app for your iPhone thru Apple's iTunes!
What can you do with Angry Bikes, besides have hours and hours of MX fun? You can Unleash your Anger on the Dirt! You ride, flip and rush for the podium!
Why? Angry Bikes features fast and frantic Arcade action with tons of unlockable bikes, characters, upgrades and tricks!
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/angry-bikes-is-here-now
Rutted Corners
There are two obstacles you will always have to face on the track: ruts and corners. Combine the two and traversing themcan be frustrating. The power and torque that modern four strokes produce is pretty incredible and lines get dug out quickly. Corners are the backbone of speed which makes it essential to be extremely [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/rutted-corners/
Highlighting this coming Saturday Monster Energy Supercross in Phoenix - Joe Gibbs Racing Team
The Joe Gibbs Racing MX team is managed by Jeremy Albrecht. Their two riders are Davi Millsaps (number 18) and two time Supercross Champion James Stewart, number 7.
In 2012, the team will compete in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, and the Lucas Oils National Motocross Championships.
There are three videos below - one of is team manager Jeremy Albrecht, one is of Davi Millsaps, and one is of James Stewart. Notice at the end of James' video where he talks about something that recently caused a lot of controversy.
Wyaralong Motorbike Park
The Queensland government in association with Motorcycling Queensland is set to open a new motorbike park south of Brisbane at Wyaralong between Beaudesert and Boonah, Queensland. Bookings can be made at Nominate The park offers trail bike riding and a natural terrain motocross track and in the future will cater for motocross, supercross, stadium-cross and [...]
Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/wyaralong-motorbike-park/
Jay Marmont wins Manjimup
Great weather, great racing were the order of the day at “The 2011 WesTrac Manjimup 15000 MX Spectacular” which was run at the Cosy Creek MX track just outside Manjimup on the Foundation Day long weekend. “I love racing at this event,” Marmont said after a long day. “The track is easily one of the [...]
Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/jay-marmont-wins-manjimup/
Saturday, January 28, 2012
RJ Says: 100% is Back!
100%… It is how I try to live my life.
In 1982, I got a phone call from a guy I knew at the races. His name was Drew Lien. The conversation went like this:
Drew: I dig your bull dog style and never give up attitude. I'm starting a company and would love to sponsor you. I can't pay you right now, but I will give you all the free product you can have.
Me: Whats it called?
Drew: 100%
Me: What will you sell?
Drew: Heat shields and numbers.
Me: I'm in...
A few months later, all the top racers ran 100%: Bailey, O'mara, Ward, Glover, Lechien, Kehoe, Holley, and the list goes on.
From that point on 100% has been my life motto. I am giving 100% in whatever I do. Truck racing, coaching, working or loving my family. Win or lose. Happy or sad.
If I am giving 100%, I can go to sleep KNOWING I have done my best.
Drew has past, but his dream lives on. He was a special person with a big dream. God Speed my friend.
HOW MUCH EFFORT DO YOU GIVE?
Ricky Johnson
Read the Press Release below for more info about the return of 100%:
Marseille, Marseille so good they named it twice
There is no doubt that the 2012 FIM X-Trial World Championship has begun at speed with the trip to M...
Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011
Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.
Photo: goongraphix
Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!
Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011
Effective Braking for Faster Cornering
Everyone can go fast by hold the throttle pinned on the straights, but it’s when it comes time to slow down that separates the pros from the amateurs. Next time you are at your local track, watch the fast guys around the track; they are either on the gas or braking. Slower riders tend to [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/effective-braking-for-faster-cornering/
The 411 with Mike Alessi - video
You know the number 800 - Mike Alessi. In 2012, he's riding Suzukis under the MotoConcepts 'banner' for the Monster Energy Supercross Series, and Lucas Oil National Motocross Championships. Here is a video that you helped make! The 411 with Mike Alessi.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/the-411-with-mike-alessi-video
Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011
Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.
Photo: goongraphix
Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!
Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011
New look for the Enduro Women!!!
For the 2012 season, the FIM Marketing service headed by Olivier GODALLIER has decided to offer a ne...
Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1327574318-new-look-for-the-enduro-women/
Rockstar Girls rock our world
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MX Adventures - Supercross Racers go Pink
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Supercross will undergo a 'Pink' transformation this weekend in Anaheim to show their support and help promote Breast Cancer Awareness, including contributions to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Orange County.
Expect to see a lot of masculine Supercross guys wearing pink riding gear, or somehow sporting the color to show their support for this great cause. Also it is a Valentines weekend, so many of the guys are getting all kinds of lady love ...
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/mx-adventures-supercross-racers-go-pink
Busting the moves with Chad Reed
We always knew Chad could throw some sweet moves on his bike – check this funny little video out of [...]
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Steven & Tommy slay the Sevlievo track as the party officially starts
The MX World Championship show has well and truly got off to an epic start. This weekend gone, Sevlievo laid on some awesome entertainment with intense racing and an all round feast of girls and music.
A massive shout-out has to go to Steven Frossard and Tommy Searle for some great riding throughout the weekend. The [...]
A massive shout-out has to go to Steven Frossard and Tommy Searle for some great riding throughout the weekend. The [...]
Friday, January 27, 2012
Rutted Corners
There are two obstacles you will always have to face on the track: ruts and corners. Combine the two and traversing themcan be frustrating. The power and torque that modern four strokes produce is pretty incredible and lines get dug out quickly. Corners are the backbone of speed which makes it essential to be extremely [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/rutted-corners/
DC Moto TF Ride Day with Josh Hill
In the 2010 AMA Supercross Championship series, Josh Hill consistently found himself on the podium. He ended the season sixth overall in points, in which he finished second in 5 of the 17 Main Events. In July, Josh spent time preparing for the 'Speed and Style' event for X Games 16. His practice session went from 'landing a backflip on his first attempt' to 'under rotating the next time around.' This horrific crash sent Josh to the hospital with a list of injuries and a whole new respect for the sport of Freestyle Motocross. I caught up with Josh, at Pala Raceway for the DC Moto TF Ride day, where he talked about his rehabilitation, his plans for Supercross 2011, and more!
Josh Hill at the DC Moto TF Ride Day
Angela: Hey Josh, you are looking good. How are you feeling?
Josh: Yeah I am getting better, everything is starting to heal up and I am getting to where I can function normally again. So it is getting better, but I need to focus on getting my body stronger. That is my main thing right now.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/dc-moto-tf-ride-day-with-josh-hill
'Lucky' Bou relishes Geneva success
The Repsol riders, Toni Bou and Takahisa Fujinami, take the first and third position of the podium i...
RJ Says: 1985 LA Coliseum Supercross video - part 1
Where supercross started - the fabled Los Angeles Coliseum in 1972. This video is from 1985 at the L. A. Coliseum Supercross.
This video is part 1 of 2. I wanted to get it up for you as quickly as possible. In this video, for better or worse, you'll see a lot of me (I'm number 5 on a Yamaha). But in the second video that's coming, you'll see a lot more of my friends in the race like David Bailey, Bob Hannah, Jeff Ward, Goat Breker, Broc Glover, Ron Lechien, Johnny O'Mara, and others.
I think in 1985, we ran two 'main events' at each supercross. Part of what you see here (if my memory is correct) is me winning the first 'main event'.
And stay tuned for the second video! Both videos have the fabled Peristyle uphill / downhill. And especially in the second video coming late next week, with guys like Jeff Ward, David Bailey, Bob Hannah, Broc Glover, Ron Lechien, Johnny O'Mara and myself - you'll see riders with about 33 AMA Supercross and Motocross titles combined!
Hope you enjoy the videos ...
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-1985-la-coliseum-supercross-video-part-1
2012 Phoenix Supercross Interviews: Jake Weimer, Marvin Musquin, Kevin Windham and Roger De Coster
Amanda talks to Jake Weimer, Marvin Musquin, Kevin Windham and Roger De Coster after the 2012 Phoenix Supercross about their night. Check out the videos below:
Star Valli Yamaha's Ryan Morais Injury Update 01-23-2012
Star Valli Yamaha rider Ryan Morais was involved in a crash during the first lap of the main event at the Los Angeles round of the AMA/FIM Supercross Championship series Saturday night. The Rockstar Energy rider was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for a broken jaw, several fractured vertebrae and some broken ribs. There is no sign of spinal cord damage at this time and Morais is continuing to be evaluated. A full recovery is anticipated.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/star-valli-yamahas-ryan-morais-injury-update-01-23-2012
Rutted Corners
There are two obstacles you will always have to face on the track: ruts and corners. Combine the two and traversing themcan be frustrating. The power and torque that modern four strokes produce is pretty incredible and lines get dug out quickly. Corners are the backbone of speed which makes it essential to be extremely [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/rutted-corners/
Chad Reed preparing for 2012 Supercross - video
Chad Reed is a two-time AMA Supercross Series Champion. Chad Reed has won an AMA National MX Championship in the 'Motocross' class. Chad started his own race team, TwoTwo Motorsports, for the 2011 race season.
In the video below, Chad shows and tells how he's getting ready for the 2012 racing season.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/chad-reed-preparing-for-2012-supercross-video
Thursday, January 26, 2012
MX Adventures - A1 Supercross 2010
The first Supercross of 2010 was spectacular, to say the least. Many of you know the first race starts with a few pre kick off parties, media events, and a big press conference the Thursday before the race.
It's kinda' like a big adventure for all of us at Supercross.com as we get set to embark on this remarkable 17 race journey across the country for the 2010 AMA / FIM Supercross Series!
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/mxadventures-a1-supercross-2010
Ride Like A Pro with Jacko Strong
X Games Gold Medalist Jacko Strong give us all the low down on some basic fmx...
Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/01/ride-like-a-pro-with-jacko-strong/
Monster Energy Supercross goes to Oakland
With three Supercross Class winners through the first three races of the season, Monster Energy AMA ...
This weeks AMCA news and fixtures
Online Club Entries Following requests from clubs to be able to book their riders into events at club night or [...]
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Highlighting this coming Saturday Monster Energy Supercross in Phoenix - Joe Gibbs Racing Team
The Joe Gibbs Racing MX team is managed by Jeremy Albrecht. Their two riders are Davi Millsaps (number 18) and two time Supercross Champion James Stewart, number 7.
In 2012, the team will compete in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, and the Lucas Oils National Motocross Championships.
There are three videos below - one of is team manager Jeremy Albrecht, one is of Davi Millsaps, and one is of James Stewart. Notice at the end of James' video where he talks about something that recently caused a lot of controversy.
Highlighting this coming Saturday Monster Energy Supercross in Phoenix - Joe Gibbs Racing Team
The Joe Gibbs Racing MX team is managed by Jeremy Albrecht. Their two riders are Davi Millsaps (number 18) and two time Supercross Champion James Stewart, number 7.
In 2012, the team will compete in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, and the Lucas Oils National Motocross Championships.
There are three videos below - one of is team manager Jeremy Albrecht, one is of Davi Millsaps, and one is of James Stewart. Notice at the end of James' video where he talks about something that recently caused a lot of controversy.
New look for the Enduro Women!!!
For the 2012 season, the FIM Marketing service headed by Olivier GODALLIER has decided to offer a ne...
Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1327574318-new-look-for-the-enduro-women/
2011 St. Louis Supercross: Qualifying Times
Round 14 from the St. Louis Supercross where Trey Canard has the best qualifying time with a 47.517 second lap time, followed by James Stewart (47.605), Austin Stroupe (48.492), Ryan Villopoto (48.590), and Ryan Dungey (48.746) rounding out the top 5. Chad Reed has the 6th fastest lap time with a 48.979 second lap.
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Supercross 2011: Kyle Regal discusses move to L & M Racing Yamaha
Moving up from the Lites class to the full time 17 rounds in the premier 450 Supercross class is a big step for any racer. Making it a double whammy, Kyle Regal is also going from Privateer Status to a full Factory Sam Manuel L & M Yamaha ride.
Kyle rode a few 450 Supercross rounds last season, when he wasn’t racing in the Supercross East Coast Lites, but it was this summer Kyle really gained momentum on the 450, finishing ninth in the series final standings.
2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series, an FIM World Championship officially underway - Anaheim Recap, Phoenix Preview
As the series heads into round two at Phoenix, Arizona’s Chase Field, potential title contenders have already begun to establish themselves. At Anaheim I, Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto walked away with the season kickoff win in the Supercross Class, while Cole Seely captured the Supercross Lites victory for Lucas Oil / Troy Lee Designs / Honda.
Stats and data below courtesy Feld Motor Sports
Villopoto was clearly the fastest rider on the track, and was the only rider during the main to lay down lap times under 1:01. When the checkered flag waved, Ryan was more than 12 seconds ahead of second place finisher Chad Reed of TwoTwo Motorsports/Honda. But the fight for second was the best skirmish of the night. JGR/Toyota/Yamaha’s James Stewart got a mid pack start and was forced to work his way up, while Villopoto, Reed, and Red Bull/KTM’s Ryan Dungey began up front.
Stewart was eventually able to make his way up to Dungey in third, and that’s when things got interesting. The two riders battled back and forth, forcing each other into various mistakes, but Reed made an error on his own, allowing Dungey and Stewart to close the gap. Just as Stewart was gaining on Reed, the JGR rider made yet another mistake, and landed on top of a tuff block in an on/off section, resulting in a crash.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
2011 Seattle Supercross: Qualifying Times
It's Round 15 and the wet weather conditions from the Seattle Supercross delayed today's practice. The old man, Kevin Windham gets the first gate pick with the best lap time of 52.035 seconds. He won the Seattle Supercross last year, can he do it again? The second gate pick goes to James Stewart with a [...]
MX Adventures
A Supercross is usually filled with its share of dramatic moments. From the jump off the gate to those first turn pile ups, all the way to that finish and everything in between, the action at Supercross is always nonstop.
The 2010 Phoenix Supercross had more dramatic moments than your normal race. However it was in those days that followed that the drama grew with various opinions that were blasted across message boards and blogs. I certainly appreciated the hot topics brought to the surface by the many people who love the sport of Supercross. And like you I have my own thoughts on the James Stewart and Chad Reed 'incident' ...
It was just one year ago when a controversy made headlines with Jason Lawrence, Josh Hansen and Steve Boniface were 'fighting'.
The backlash for those guys were met by AMA officials. Last year the Rules stated that the following offense is subject to disciplinary action:
An attack on a Racing official and/or engaging in a fight. This includes any person who attacks or is involved in a fight anywhere on the premises prior to, during, or after an AMA Supercross meet. There will be no maximum fine or suspension period for this offense.
My point here is that Supercross is no stranger to its share of drama but in the aftermath of last year, and now Phoenix, what does it take to show some true sportsmanship and character in tough occupation?
James commented thru his blog initially. Info on Chad Reed came thru Kawasaki and Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Manager Mike Fisher stated that Chad would not return to racing until he is 100 percent. Chad is expected to miss a minimum of six weeks to heal his broken left hand. Six to seven weeks puts us near the Daytona Supercross and by then there will still be eight races left on the schedule.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/mx-adventures
Convincing Win for Team San Manuel’s James Stewart, Teammate Kyle Regal Finishes with Season Best 7th
Seattle, WA – Team San Manuel Yamaha Red Bull’s James Stewart showed more than 52,000 fans in Seattle’s QWEST Stadium, what the speed and determination of a multi-time champion looks like as he posted a convincing win Saturday night on a deeply rutted track. The day started out well, with Stewart posting increasingly fast lap [...]
Ski Jumps
The best thing about riding a motocross track is the elevation change. This gives you more dimensions to the track and allows you to “spice up” some obstacles. One of these obstacles is the ski jumps. Most of the time, you find these jumps right before a downhill and there is no real lip or [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/ski-jumps/
2012 Phoenix Supercross Autograph Signing at Ride Now Powersports
We headed out to Ride Now Powersports in Peoria, Arizona for an autograph signing with Kevin Windham, Eli Tomac, Justin Brayton, Trey Canard, Brett Metcalfe, Martin Davalos, Jason Anderson, Cole Seely, Christian Craig and Travis Baker.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/2012-phoenix-supercross-autograph-signing-at-ride-now-powersports
UFC 143 Nick Diaz Walkout Tee
Metal Mulisha’s Nick Diaz VS Carlos Condit at UFC 143 February 4, 2012 in Las Vegas will be an...
Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/01/ufc-143-nick-diaz-walkout-tee/
Nuclear Cowboyz Is Back
The Nuclear Cowboyz tour is back, ready to take on 2012! This year's show, set in the year 2150, pits the Metal Mulisha...
Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/01/nuclear-cowboyz-is-back/
Reed takes Dodger Stadium win
TwoTwo Motorsports' Chad Reed, of Dade City, Fla., won the Supercross Class main event at tonight's ...
Source: http://www.fim-live.com/en/media/news/news-detail/article/1327224384-reed-takes-dodger-stadium-win/
Ryan Dungey’s Blog: 2011 Dallas Supercross
After another wild weekend in Toronto, the 2011 AMA Supercross Championship changed dramatically as some of the top contenders were hit with some misfortune. I was able to get the start that I needed and ultimately won my first race of the season, which felt amazing. Based on what happened behind me, I also ended [...]
Chad Reed preparing for 2012 Supercross - video
Chad Reed is a two-time AMA Supercross Series Champion. Chad Reed has won an AMA National MX Championship in the 'Motocross' class. Chad started his own race team, TwoTwo Motorsports, for the 2011 race season.
In the video below, Chad shows and tells how he's getting ready for the 2012 racing season.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/chad-reed-preparing-for-2012-supercross-video
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Gold Coast Junior Motocross Club to re-open
After a forced closure by Gold Coast city council 2 years ago due to noise complaints. Mike Hatcher’s junior motorcycle club has been given the go ahead to re-open with an initial 6 month lease due to start later in December 2011. The club has been home to a number of well known champion racers [...]
Source: http://www.superfreestylemotocross.com/blog/gold-coast-junior-motocross-club-to-re-open/
rockstar presents todd potter is
Todd Potter Is… the all new series presented by Rockstar Energy Drink that will give you an inside perspective on Todd’s life...
Source: http://www.metalmulisha.com/blog/2012/01/rockstar-presents-todd-potter-is/
MX Adventures - Supercross Racers go Pink
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Supercross will undergo a 'Pink' transformation this weekend in Anaheim to show their support and help promote Breast Cancer Awareness, including contributions to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Orange County.
Expect to see a lot of masculine Supercross guys wearing pink riding gear, or somehow sporting the color to show their support for this great cause. Also it is a Valentines weekend, so many of the guys are getting all kinds of lady love ...
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/mx-adventures-supercross-racers-go-pink
Traversing Flat Corners
One of the great things about a worn down track is the help from ruts and berms. Sure they can make things difficult, but they essentially help us keep our speed up in the corners. Just like in NASCAR, the angled surface allows the bike to lean over and still find plenty of traction. However, [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/traversing-flat-corners/
The Scrub
Watching the pros, you can guarantee that every rider is going to scrub. Even amateurs are perfecting the “Bubba Scrub.” This is not just something they do for fun. This is a technique that can help you stay lower in the air and get back on Mother Earth and on the gas. If you see [...]
Source: http://www.mxtrainingblog.com/riding-techniques/the-scrub/
The 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Season Celebration
This year's AMA Motocross Banquet & Season Celebration was held in a magnificent banquet room at the Pala Resort & Casino. The room was decorated beautifully, lined with motocross décor, as well as a stage decorated with the championship bikes and awards. The line-up of food, appetizers, desserts, and beverages was very elegant and delicious.
After dinner, the awards ceremony began. Jason Weigandt, along with Tim Cotter hosted the show. And of course Jason started it just like he does many of his shows - after slamming down an energy drink.
Jason went on to talk about each round of this summer's AMA Motocross Nationals, with a list of funny jokes pertaining to all the good and bad situations at each of the races. After that, the awards and trophies were handed out.
The night was filled with special memories, good times, and laughs. One poignant moment was when Kevin Windham accepted the award for 'Sportsperson of the Year'. Kevin always has a great way of expressing himself, but made a great comment towards his friend & the team manager, Mike LaRocco. He commented on Mike's motivation, that pushed Kevin to work hard and do his best ... it was touching, but at the same time very funny.
Kevin Windham accepted the award for 'Sportsperson of the Year'
MX Adventures: Leaving the West Coast ... talking with Kevin Windham
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Who dat?
This week I caught up with Kevin Windham. In the video below, Kevin Windham talks about the Superbowl Champions, the NFL's New Orleans Saints, his family, his future plans for racing and beyond.
The Superbowl XLIV champions, the New Orleans Saints, have many fans - among them is none other than the number 14 in Supercross, Kevin Windham. While the NFL season started when Supercross was in its off season, Kevin was able to take part in season tickets to his favorite NFL team - da' Saints. Eventually the 2010 Supercross season got underway in January, which meant Kevin was flying off after those Saturday night Main Events back East to watch the New Orleans Saints Playoff games.
On February 7, 2010 the New Orleans Saints headed to the Superbowl in Miami, Florida and Kevin Windham and his wife Dottie made arrangements to attend this momentous occasion. First, however Kevin had to finish up a Supercross race in San Diego the night before.
WMX Rider Insight: Sayaka Kaneshiro
At the 13th annual 'A Day in the Dirt' I got a chance to talk with Sayaka "Teriyaki Sauce" Kaneshiro, WMX Pro #15
How was your racing today?
It was good, I thought we had a practice first, I went out and it was actually a race. I was just racing and riding around, I felt like ... WOW!
Photo by Heather Majcherek
What did you think of the event overall?
It was to difficult racing for me, because I didn't ride my pace. I rode about 6th place, less than I wanted to. I got the same number as last year, I just tried to do my best.
Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-sayaka-kaneshiro
Ken Roczen’s USA CRIB
Living the dream is exactly what our German buddy Ken Roczen is doing. Checkout his crib stateside and his little [...]
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Source: http://moto.mpora.com/news/ken-roczens-usa-crib.html
RJ Says: Moving to Pro 4 Off-Road Truck Racing in 2011
Last year I won the TORC Pro 2 Off-Road Truck racing championship. This year I'm moving to the Pro 4 class.
What's the difference between Pro 2 and Pro 4? Pro 2 is two wheel drive. Pro 4 is four wheel drive.
With Pro 4 you can drive more aggressively - you can get on the gas more, because you have much more traction with all four wheels.
Also in 2011, I'm with a new team - Menzies. Plus I have help from Dodge, and Red Bull.
In this video below, this is one of the first times I started testing for 2011. It's a track at Glen Helen Raceway! (Home of the US MX GP)
Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-moving-to-pro-4-off-road-truck-racing-in-2011
Feld Motor Sports® Grants International Television Distribution Rights to IMG Media with Monster Energy Supercross and Monster Jam properties
Feld Motor Sports® announced today that it has selected IMG Media, a division of IMG Worldwide, the global sports, fashion and media company, to be the exclusive international television distributor of its world class live motor sports events including Monster Jam® and Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship.
In a strategic move to exponentially increase the number of viewers of Feld Motor Sports' roster of properties on a global scale, IMG Media will dedicate most of its initial focus on distributing Monster Jam and Monster Energy Supercross to television partners in Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
"Feld Motor Sports' live entertainment production Monster Energy Supercross and Monster Jam are leading motor sports properties in North America and we are thrilled to distribute and build their brand around the world,” said Hillary Mandel, Senior Vice President, IMG Media. "Feld knocks it out of the park in North America with sold out events, great television production and terrific network television coverage. Given the quality of production, the international field of athletes who compete in Monster Energy Supercross and the pure adrenaline factor of both properties, we are eager to sell and distribute these properties globally."
Monster Energy Supercross is the premier off-road motorcycle racing championship in the world, with an FIM World Championship sanction, performing in front of 800,000 fans at 17 races. The racing circuit has made international stops in Switzerland, The Netherlands, Spain, and currently hosts a race in Canada. Many of the top riders who compete for the Monster Energy Supercross championship come from outside the United States including Australia, England, Scotland, Italy, Germany, France, South Africa, Mexico, and Costa Rica. Domestically, Monster Energy Supercross programming airs on SPEED, CBS Sports, and Fuel TV.
Monster Jam is the largest touring monster truck property in the world performing in front of 4 million fans annually. Sell-out crowds routinely pack the world’s top stadiums and arenas to cheer for their favorite monster trucks including fan favorites Grave Digger®, Maximum Destruction®, Monster Mutt®, Mohawk Warrior℠, Grinder℠, and El Toro Loco® among others. Monster Jam has a strong worldwide retail consumer product licensing program that includes key global partners Mattel, Activision, K’NEX, Traxxas, and Fathead, in addition to many domestic and territory specific licensees. Monster Jam television programming can be seen domestically on SPEED and CBS Sports.
"IMG is the best international television distributor in the world and we couldn't be happier that they are representing our international television rights," said Charlie Mancuso, President, Feld Motor Sports. "We have had a series of recent exciting television announcements that add to the breadth of Monster Jam and Monster Energy Supercross, and this partnership is another step to growing the properties on a global scale."
Monday, January 23, 2012
Layla Anna-Lee is a TV presenter bringing a fresh face to Eurosport and making road cycling cool again!
Layla Anna-Lee is a TV presenter bringing a fresh face to Eurosport and making road cycling cool again!
She brings a much needed new approach to the highly competitive sport
Source: http://www.foxhead.com/us/girls/blog/id/22839
David Philippaerts Vic Eastwood Greg Albertyn Mickael Pichon
Shot in the Pit Comes to Orange County
Save the date! The closing exhibition of Shot In The Pit hits the Fox Orange County Design Center Thursday, December 4. The auction goes live Nov. 26 through Dec. 6th, so get ready to bid on your
Bede Durbidge takes 3rd Place at the ASP/WCT Rip Curl Pro in Portugal
Photo Courtesy: Pete Frieden & Ryan Miller
SUPERTUBOS, Peniche/Portugal (Tuesday, October 18, 2011) – Adriano de Souza (BRA), 24, has taken out the Rip Curl Pro
X Games 15 Girls Day Pics
Girls Day at X Games 15 was Thursday, July 30 at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA. Fox gift bags filled with schwag from sponsors where there. Fun times and funner tote!
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