2011 GNCC Schedule

Courtesy of GNCC

2011 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series Schedule

Morgantown, W. Va. (December 28, 2010) - Racer Productions, producers of the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series, announce the schedule for the 13-round 2011 GNCC racing tour. While the dates for the events were announced previously, the series locations are now available, including the announcement of several new facilities.
The Indy 100 GNCC in Gosport, Indiana joins the tour for the first time on May 14-15, and the Rock Run GNCC in Altoona, Pennsylvania debuts on May 28-29. The location for one other GNCC round, on September 24-25, will be announced shortly. GNCC officials are currently exploring venues in the Northern Pennsylvania or Western New York region.
"We're excited to head to these new locations, as well as our existing tracks," says GNCC Trail Boss Jeff Russell. "Indiana and Pennsylvania have a long history in this series and we expect plenty of fans to come and cheer the racers, and plenty of racers to enjoy these new tracks."
The Antoona, Pennsylvania, race will effectively replace the Somerset, Pennsylvania round that ran in 2010, as the two locations are within about 20 miles of each other. The Gosport, Indiana, race, hopes to capitalize on the popularity of the Ironman GNCC in Crawfordsville, Indiana, which is usually one of the biggest events of the year.
The series once again opens with the River Ranch GNCC in River Ranch, Florida. As part of the annual Daytona Bike Week schedule, ATVs will practice on Saturday March 5 and race on Sunday, March 6. Bikes will practice on Monday, March 7 and race on Tuesday March 8.

2011 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series Schedule

Round 1: Westgate River Ranch GNCC
March 5-8
River Ranch, FL
Round 2: The General GNCC
March 12-13
Washington, GA
Round 3: Steele Creek GNCC
March 26-27
Morganton, NC
Round 4: Big Buck GNCC
April 9-10
Union, SC
Round 5: Loretta Lynn's GNCC
April 30-May 1
Hurricane Mills, TN
Round 6: Indy 100 GNCC
May 14-15
Gosport, IN
Round 7: Rock Run GNCC
Altoona, PA
May 28-29
Round 8: Snowshoe GNCC
June 25-26
Snowshoe, WV
Round 9: The John Penton GNCC
July 9-10
Millfield, OH
Round 10: Unadilla, GNCC
Sept 10-11
New Berlin, NY
Round 11: TBA
Sept 24-25
Round 12: Power Line Park GNCC
Oct 8-9
St. Clairsville, OH
Round 13: The Ironman GNCC
Oct 22-23
Crawfordsville, OH
The 2011 season will also see continued coverage of the GNCC series on Versus Network, marking the tour's 11^th season airing on cable television.
About GNCC Racing
The Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series is America's premier off-road racing series. Founded in 1979, the 13-round championship is produced exclusively by Racer Productions. Each event is nationally televised on the Versus Network, and consists of two race days: ATVs and side-by-side machines on Saturday, and motorcycles on Sunday. The grueling three-hour races draw as many as 1,800 riders, making it the largest off-road racing series in the world. For more information, please visit www.gnccracing.com.
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Scott Sports Signs Nick Wey

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Sun Valley, ID, — SCOTT Sports is pleased to announce that Nick Wey has signed to wear SCOTT goggles and eyewear for the 2011 race season. Nick will race in the highly anticipated Hustle Goggle equipped with the SCOTT Fit System. 

 

"I have nothing but great things to say about Nick and it is awesome to have him back with SCOTT. SCOTT has been helping Wey since he turned pro in 1998 when he rode for Pro Circuit and then off and on through out his career," said Kevin Strikwerda, US MX Marketing for SCOTT Sports. "SCOTT has a long history of supporting the best riders in the world and Nick fits our company expectations."
 

 

 

"SCOTT has been with me since I turned pro.  To be back with them is great especially at this point in my career. The level of support they give is the best in the industry. You know when you go to the line you have the best goggle available," said Nick Wey. 

 

Nick will make his debut in the Hustle Goggle on January 8^th in Anaheim, California.

 

 

For more information on SCOTT products, please visit www.scott-sports.com

Like us on Facebook/scott.sports - follow us on Twitter @scottmotosports

 

 

SCOTT SPORTS, Inc., established in 1958 and located in Sun Valley, Idaho, is a leading international manufacturer of premium bike accessories/equipment, running shoes, motosport and wintersport products.

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MSR Welcomes Metal Mulisha Rider Josh Grant to the Team

Courtesy of MSR

Corona, CA - MSR is pleased to announce the recent signing of Factory Honda rider, Josh Grant. Josh has signed on with MSR to not only represent the MSR brand, but also back its growing line of Metal Mulisha racing apparel. JG will kick off the 2011 Supercross season in his signature MSR Metal Mulisha gear.

 

"I’m really excited for 2011. It’s really awesome to be part of such sick brands like MSR & Metal Mulisha and I am ready to line up at the gate... to dominate!" stated Josh Grant.

 

MSR director Dave Casella had this to say. "JG is a force to be reckoned with, especially on Factory Honda. His signature Mulisha gear is really going to turn some heads out there. This is a very exciting time for all involved."

 

MSR marketing manager Randy Valade adds, "Josh will be a great addition to the MSR team for 2011 and we feel he will bring a new group of followers to the already diverse brand."

 

Metal Mulisha’s General, Brian Deegan, had this to say. "This will be the most exciting year for us yet. Thanks to our relationship with MSR, we are able to step up and be part of Josh Grant's season in a big way. A1, Metal Mulisha rider JG, plus Factory Honda, equals Domination! Here we come!"

 

Metal Mulisha Marketing Director Ryan Hagy added to the General's comments. "This is a long time in the making and we at Metal Mulisha are very excited to be taking the next step in the SX/MX world, especially with JG as our front man. We could not have done this without the guys over at MSR."

 

 

Grant joins Kevin Windham and Nick Wey to round out MSR’s powerhouse race team for 2011. Watch for JG to debut the new Metal Mulisha line at Anaheim 1.

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Matrix Announces 2011 Teams

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MATRIX CONCEPTS ANNOUNCES 2011 RACE TEAMS ASSOCIATIONS

Matrix Concepts is honored to announce the following teams will use and endorse Matrix Concepts product(s) for the 2011 racing seasons.

Professional Teams

· Factory Kawasaki MX – Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Factory Suzuki MX/Off - Road - Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Factory Honda MX – Mats and Cans
· Jeremy McGrath – Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Johnny Lewis – Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Lance Coury - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· L&M San Manual Yamaha - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Geico / Factory Connection / Honda - Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· JGR Yamaha - - Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Chad Reed’s Two /Two Motorsports - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Hart & Huntington / Dodge / Honda - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Troy Lee Designs/Lucas Oil / Honda – Mats and Cans
· City Suzuki - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Munn/Shea Racing KTM - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Babbitt’s Kawasaki MX Teams - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Rock River Yamaha - Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Factory Kawasaki Europe - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Factory Yamaha Europe - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Factory Team Green/Kawasaki Off – Road - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Bud Racing - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
Amateur Teams
· Amateur Suzuki MX Team - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Extreme Suzuki - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Honda of Houston - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Team Green Amateur Kawasaki MX/Off Road Teams - Stands, Mats, Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
· Rock River Yamaha - Cans, Tie Downs and Ramps
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Spy Names Victor Sheldon Motorsports Marketing Manager

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SPY+ welcomes Victor “The Slasher” Sheldon on board as our new Motorsports Marketing Manager!

While a regular fixture for many years on the Supercross and Outdoor MX scenes, “The Slasher” really blew up in sunny Southern California by dominating in the world of Jet Ski (PWC) racing from 1987-2005. A long-time Factory Kawasaki rider, he won eight Championships during that span. Over the past eight years, Victor had been handling rider relations and event marketing for Thor MX.

“I am really excited for this great opportunity,” smiles “The Slasher” as the paint is going up in his new Carlsbad office. “With my new position here at SPY+, I have some pretty big goals coming into 2011. Our brand has always been associated with Motorcross, Supercross, Snocross, Rally Car with the addition of Ken Block to our team and of course, Dale Earnhardt Jr. racing Nascar. But, it is time to make our presence known in the other segments we already have athletes and a following in, such as Off-Road Truck Racing, Moto GP and MTB.”

Keep an eye out for Victor Sheldon and the rest of the SPY+ crew coming soon to the best motorsports events in 2011!

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2011 Pro-Am Mx Schedule

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PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce the 2010 AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross schedule. These events are where dreams begin for amateur racers, and where they earn the credentials to line up at an AMA Supercross or AMA Pro Racing Motocross event.

"Our Pro/Am competitors race at these premier tracks for the points, purse money and contingency that will help them get to the next level," said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. "This year's schedule is one of the best, with 53 events at some of the country's most challenging race tracks and staged by the sport's top promoters and organizers. This schedule will no doubt help prepare the fastest amateur motocross racers on the planet for the pro ranks."

A highlight of the 2010 calendar is the historic Florida motocross facility, Gatorback. Promoted by Unlimited Sports, the location will host the first and last rounds of the schedule.

"Pro/am racers are hungry, not just for the points to get their pro license, but for race wins," said Wyn Kern of Unlimited Sports. "For many of these kids, they need to excel to keep their dreams alive. This creates an unmatched competitive atmosphere and an incredible on-track show for the fans of the sport. The AMA Racing Pro/Am events are two highlights on our schedule, and we're looking forward to two stellar events."

AMA Director of Supercross Kevin Crowther added that the AMA Racing Pro/Am schedule and points process has contributed significantly to the skill and readiness of incoming AMA Supercross riders.

"The AMA Racing Pro/Am program is critical to the natural progression of a rider through the amateur ranks of AMA amateur motocross all the way up to getting their AMA Supercross license," Crowther said. "We are pleased to see such a strong schedule for 2011. The program gets stronger every year and makes our job of licensing new professional Supercross and Motocross riders even more rewarding."

AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross events are open to both professionally licensed and A-class amateur motocross racers. The events allow amateurs to gain experience on America's top tracks and prepare for the fast pace and long motos that professional racing demands.

To be considered for a professional motocross license, competitors must have earned at least 75 advancement points (at the time of application) in AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross events in a continuous 12-month period. Points are based on overall finishes in either the 250 Pro/Am and Open Pro/Am classes. Points from each class are not combined.

2011 AMA Racing Pro/Am Schedule: Subject to change

Round 1: Jan. 2, 2011  
Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainesville, Fla.
Unlimited Sports MX
(813) 470-7498
info@unlimitedsportsmx.com
www.unlimitedsportsmx.com

Round 2: Feb. 20, 2011
Arizona Cycle Park, Buckeye, Ariz.
LLQ
Arizona Cycle Park
(623) 853-0750
www.arizonacyclepark.com

Round 3: March 7-12, 2011
Mill Creek, Pell City, Ala.
AMA Spring Classic
RPM Sports
(205) 699-8857
www.rpmsportsonline.com

Round 4: March 7-12, 2011
Freestone County Raceway, Wortham, Texas
Freestone County Raceway LLC
(713) 880-5533
www.freestonemx.com

Round 5: March 13, 2011
Competitive Edge, Hesperia, Calif.
LLQ
Competitive Edge
(909) 456-1070
www.ridecemx.com

Round 6: March 13, 2011
Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.
(423) 323-5497
Victory Sports Inc.
www.victorysportsracing.com

Round 7: March 20, 2011
Lazy River MX, Dalton, Ga.
Victory Sports Inc.
(423) 323-5497
www.victorysportsracing.com

Round 8: March 27, 2011
Doublin Gap MX Park, Shippensburg, Pa.
LLQ
Doublin Gap MX Park
(717) 249-6036
doublingap@aol.com
www.doublingap.com

Round 9: April 2-3, 2011
Three Palms Action Sports Park, Conroe, Texas
Extreme Sports: Three Palms Action Sports Park
www.threepalmsesp.com

Round 10: April 3, 2011
Devils Ridge Motocross, Sanford, N.C.
Devils Ridge Motocross
(919) 776-1767
www.devilsridgemotox.com

Round 11: April 16-17, 2011 (Pro/Am: April 17)
Golden Pine Raceway, Prentiss, Miss.
LLQ
Golden Pine Raceway
(601) 506-8669
www.goldenpineraceway.com

Round 12: April 30-May 1, 2011 (Pro/Am: May 1)
Honey Lake Motocross Park, Milford, Calif.
LLQ
Honey Lake Motocross Park
(530) 827-2639
www.honeylakemx.com

Round 13: May 1, 2011
Dutch Sport Park, Bloomingdale, Mich.
LLQ
Dutch Sport Park
(269) 521-7800
dspmx@msn.com
www.dutchsportparkmx.com

Round 14: May 7-8, 2011 (Pro/Am: May 8)
Broome-Tioga, Richford, N.Y.
Broome-Tioga Sports Center
(607) 849-4438
www.broome-tioga.com

Round 15: May 14-15, 2011 (Pro/Am: May 15)
Petersburg, Va.
VMP MX
(804) 732-7888
www.vmpmx.com

Round 16: May 19-22, 2011 (Pro/Am: May 20)
Hangtown MX, Rancho Cordova, Calif.
Amateur day at National
Dirt Diggers, North M.C. Inc.
(530) 758-5554
www.hangtownmx.com

Round 17: May 21-22, 2011
RM Promotions, Little Falls, Minn.
LLQ
RM Promotions
(612) 919-3457
www.motocityraceway.com

Round 18: May 29, 2011
Freestone County Raceway, Wortham, Texas
Amateur day at National
Freestone County Raceway LLC
(713) 880-5533
www.freestonemx.com

Round 19: May 29, 2011
Pine Ridge Raceway, Athelstan, Wisc.
Pine Ridge Raceway
(715) 856-6612
www.pineridgeraceway.com

Round 20: May 30, 2011
Sweney Cycle Park, Brush. Colo.
Sweney Cycle Park
(970) 768-0518
www.sweneycyclepark.com

Round 21: June 5, 2011
Pro Sport MX, Wytheville, Va.
Victory Sports Inc.
(423) 323-5497
www.victorysportsracing.com

Round 22: June 12, 2011
High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris, Pa.
Amateur day at National
Racer Productions
(304) 284-0800
www.racerproductions.com

Round 23: June 19, 2011
MC Motopark, Mt. Carroll, Ill.
MC Motopark
(815) 238-1614
reidabook@centurytel.net
www.mcmotopark.com

Round 24: June 26, 2011
Action Sports Promotions Inc., Athens, Ohio
Action Sports Promotions
(740) 591-7223
www.actionsportsracing.com

Round 25: June 29, 2011
Motoland-IN, Kingsbury, Ind.
Motoland-IN
(219) 988-6686
info@motoland.com
www.motoland.com

Round 26: July 3, 2011
Red Bud, Buchanan, Mich.
Red Bud
(269) 695-6405
info@redbudmx.com
www.redbudmx.com

Round 27: July 10, 2011
Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.
State Championship
Victory Sports Inc.
(423) 323-5497
www.victorysportsracing.com

Round 28: July 17, 2011
Area 330 Action Complex LLC, Carrollton, Ohio
Area 330 Action Complex LLC
(330) 863-6056
www.area330.com

Round 29: July 17, 2011
Dutch Sport Park, Bloomingdale, Mich.
Dutch Sport Park
(269) 521-7800
dspmx@msn.com
www.dutchsportparkmx.com

Round 30: July 31, 2011
South Fork Dirt Riders, Taylorville, Ill.
South Fork Dirt Riders
(217) 237-4752
www.southforkdirtriders.com

Round 31: Aug. 12-14, 2011
Unadilla Valley Sports Center, New Berlin, N.Y.
Amateur day at National
Unadilla Valley Sports Center
(607) 965-8784
www.unadillamx.com

Round 32: Aug. 14, 2011
Valley Raceway, Crystal Falls, Mich.
Valley Raceway
(906) 367-0600
www.valleyraceway.com

Round 33: Aug. 21, 2011
Pleasure Valley Raceway, Armaugh, Pa.
Pleasure Valley Raceway
(814) 695-2453
www.cernics.com

Round 34:  Aug. 28, 2011
Spring Creek MX Park, Millville, Minn.
Hi-Winders
(507) 753-2779
www.springcreekmx.com

Round 35: Sept. 3-5, 2011
Baja MX, Millington, Mich.
Baja MX Inc.
(989) 871-3356
ride@bajamx.com
www.bajamx.com

Round 36: Sept. 4, 2011
Pine Ridge Raceway, Athelstane, Wisc.
Pine Ridge Raceway
(715) 856-6612
www.pineridgeraceway.com

Round 37: Sept. 4, 2011
Steel City Raceway, Delmont, Pa.
Amateur day at National
Bellco Inc.
(304) 284-0800
www.racerproductions.com

Round 38: Sept. 11, 2011
Sunset Ridge MX., Walnut, Ill.
4P Promotions Inc.
(815) 379-9534
www.sunsetridgemx.com

Round 39: Sept. 17-18, 2011
Broome-Tioga, Richford, N.Y.
Broome-Tioga Sports Center
(607) 849-4438
www.broome-tioga.com

Round 40: Sept. 18, 2011
Red Bud, Buchanan, Mich.
Fall Classic
Red Bud
(269) 695-6405
info@redbudmx.com
www.redbudmx.com

Round 41: Sept. 24-25, 2011
Blue Diamond MX Park, New Castle, Del.
Baltimore County Trail Riders
(302) 834-5867
www.bctra.com

Round 42: Sept. 25, 2011
Buffalo Creek Motocross Park, Canton, Texas
Kingdom Motorsports
(214) 939-4321
info@buffalocreekmx.com
www.buffalocreekmx.com

Round 43: Oct. 1-2, 2011
Baja MX, Gaylord, Mich.
Baja MX Inc.
(989) 871-3356
ride@bajamx.com
www.bajamx.com

Round 44: Oct. 2, 2011
Raceway Park, Englishtown, N.J.
K.R.O.C.
Raceway Park
(734) 446-7800
rpmx@comcast.net
www.racewaypark.com

Round 45: Oct. 2, 2011
Birch Creek Motorsports, Danville, Va.
Fall Classic
Birch Creek Motorsports
(434) 836-7629
www.birchcreekmotorsports.com

Round 46: Oct. 9, 2011
Pagoda Motorcycle Club, Birdsboro, Pa.
Pagoda Motorcycle Club
(610) 582-3717
www.pagodamotorcycleclub.com

Round 47: Oct. 16, 2011
Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.
Top Gun Showdown
Victory Sports Inc.
(423) 323-5497
www.victorysportsracing.com

Round 48: Oct. 30, 2011
Golden Pine Raceway, Prentiss, Mich.
Golden Pine Raceway
(601) 506-8669
www.goldenpineraceway.com

Round 49: Oct. 30, 2011
Budds Creek Motocross Park, Leonardtown, Md.
Budds Creek Motocross Park
(301) 481-6148
www.buddscreek.com

Round 50: Nov.  6, 2011
Mill Creek, Pell City, Ala.
Fall Classic
RPM Sports
(205) 699-8857
www.rpmsportsonline.com

Round 51: Nov. 13, 2011
Hillbilly Hills, Musella, Ga.
LLQ
RPM Sports
(205) 699-8857
www.rpmsportsonline.com

Round 52: Nov. 21-23, 2011
Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainsville, Fla.
Unlimited Sports MX
(813) 470-7498
info@unlimitedsportsmx.com
www.unlimitedsportsmx.com

Round 53: Nov. 24-26, 2011
Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainesville, Fla.
Unlimited Sports MX
(813) 470-7498
info@unlimitedsportsmx.com
www.unlimitedsportsmx.com
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2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Television Package Announced

Courtesy of Monster Energy Supercross

2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Television Package Announced
Seven Live Races on SPEED and Nine Hours on CBS Headline 2011

AURORA, Ill. (December 20, 2010) – Feld Motor Sports℠ announced the broadcast schedule for the 2011 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season. The 16-race lineup that will be once again be airing on SPEED and CBS Sports, features seven live races, the most in the history of the championship.

The season gets off to a fast start by showcasing the first two races of the season from Anaheim and Phoenix live on SPEED TV. Following these two live-broadcasts, CBS Sports will showcase the Los Angeles and Oakland races. The remaining live broadcasts take place at San Diego, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Seattle and the season finale from Las Vegas while CBS showcases the world’s best riders at Houston, Dallas, St. Louis and Salt Lake City.

“This is a huge step in the growth of Monster Energy Supercross,” said Todd Jendro, senior director of operations, Feld Motor Sports. “Feld Motor Sports, SPEED and CBS have had a strong relationship for many years and this is a sign of the tremendous success the sport has brought to both networks.”

In addition to the most complete broadcast schedule in the history of the sport, CBS Sports will also air three one-hour specials. The first CBS Sports special, the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Preview, will air this Sunday, December 26 at 5:00pm ET. Supercross greats Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, Jeff Emig, and Jeff Stanton will highlight the highly anticipated story lines emerging as the 2011 season draws near. The second CBS Sports special, AMA Supercross Legends – The Races, is scheduled to air February 27 at 12:00pm ET. And the final CBS Sports special, the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Season Recap, will air on May 8 (time TBD), following the season finale in Las Vegas.

In the booth, the veteran duo of Ralph Sheheen and Jeff Emig return to provide the color commentary and analysis while Erin Bates brings all the breaking news from the track during each night of action.

2011 Monster Energy Supercross Television Schedule

Air Date Featured Race Network Time
Dec. 26 N/A CBS (Preview) 5:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 8 Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (LIVE) 10:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 15 Phoenix, Ariz. SPEED (LIVE) 9:30 p.m. ET
Jan. 23 Los Angeles, Calif. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Jan. 30 Oakland, Calif. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 6 Anaheim, Calif. SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 13 Houston, Texas CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 19 San Diego, Calif. SPEED (LIVE) 10:30 p.m. ET
Feb. 26 Atlanta, Ga. SPEED (LIVE) 7:30 p.m. ET
Feb. 27 N/A CBS (Legends) 12:00 p.m. ET
March 12 Indianapolis, Ind. SPEED (LIVE) 7:30 p.m. ET
March 20 Jacksonville, Fla. SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
March 27 Toronto, Canada SPEED 6:00 p.m. ET
April 3 Dallas, Texas CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
April 10 St. Louis, Mo. CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
April 16 Seattle, Wash. SPEED (LIVE) 6:00 p.m. ET
May 1 Salt Lake City, Utah CBS 12:00 p.m. ET
May 7 Las Vegas, Nev. SPEED (LIVE) 10:00 p.m. ET
May 8 N/A CBS (Season Recap) Time TBD

For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com.

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Answer and SkullCandy Join Forces

Courtesy of SkullCandy
Corona, CA - Continuing to push the limits of design and collaboration, Answer Racing is pleased to announce a joint venture with the world’s premier headphone manufacture Skullcandy™. For 2011, Answer Racing will be producing a line of helmets, pants, jerseys and gloves that will have a distinctive look and design to them. Pushing the envelope on design and performance, the 2011 Answer Racing-Skullcandy™ line will have a unique look that is crafted after a set of Skullcandy’s™ own unique headphones.

"Teaming up with Skullcandy™ shows the progressive thinking of Answer Racing. Answer is constantly advancing it’s apparel and co-branding product with such a distinctive company like Skullcandy™ is what we aspire for here. Working with Jason Kimball and his team has been a pleasure and I believe that the cohesiveness and shared vision between the two brands is well represented in the way the gear looks" states Answer Racings Director Dave Casella.

"Working with the team at Answer and getting this collaboration off the ground, has been a real passion project for the entire crew and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Answer did an amazing job developing the gear and the way it flows with some of the headphones of our upcoming 2011 line, makes for a kit any rider would be stoked on," added Skullcandy’s™ Jason Kimball.

Available this Spring, the 2011 Answer Racing Skullcandy™ line will consist of one design that will be offered in two exclusive color ways to match a line of Skullcandy™ headphones that are scheduled to debut at the same time. Head down to your local Tucker Rocky dealer this Spring to pick up a new set of Skullcandy™ gear, then check out Skullcandy.com to pick up a set of matching headphones. Also, make sure to keep your eyes on the JDR KTM team as they will be showcasing the new collaboration between Answer Racing and Skullcandy™ at Anaheim 1.

So, check out our website to view the rest of the Answer Racing gear line up at Answerracing.com and Skullcandy.com to see the latest creations from both brands. As always find us on our social sites: Facebook.com/Answerracing or twitter.com/Answerracing to have a chance at winning some cool swag and for continued updates on all of our Answer Racing riders as Anaheim 1 is right around the corner. 
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New New England MX Team

Courtesy of St Hilaire Motorsports


ST.HILAIRE MOTORSPORTS will be fielding a 5 rider team for the 2011 season. Recently starting ST HILAIRE MOTORSPORTS; a New Hampshire parts and service shop, owner and Expert racer Josh St.Hilaire realized the need for a professional level team to help these riders who have as much determination and drive to succeed as any other, but not enough resources as this sport has come to require to succeed.

Partnered with a few of the top companies in the industry such as CHAPLIN KAWASAKI, 139 Designs, and Factory Connection, the team consists of area pro riders Paul Lamb, Jake Abbott, Mike Sottile, and Expert riders Matt Woodman and Josh St.Hilaire. Their main focus is the highly competitive NESC championship series along with the 5 local Lucas Oil AMA nationals and amatuer days listed on the website. Matt and Josh will be racing amatuer days at select nationals to gain pro-am points toward earning their pro licenses.


"It is a tough economy to start a venture such as this one, but surrounding ourselves with the right people, making sure to give our sponsors a great return on investment, and increasing our sponsors bottom line will be a sure path to success as a team in 2011 and beyond" says owner and team rider Josh St.Hilaire.


The team is currently looking to solidify sponsors. If you feel you could help in any way or have anything to offer, please contact Josh St.Hilaire at sthilairemx@metrocast.net or visit their website at www.sthilairemxracing.com. You can also check out ST HILAIRE MOTORSPORTS on facebook at  http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/STHILAIRE-MOTORSPORTS/270673055936  Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

Geico Honda Chooses Tag

Courtesy of Tag Metals
San Diego, CA - The GEICO Honda team has chosen to use TAG bars, sprockets and grips. TAG’s mission is to change the game and in doing so looks to partner with athletes and teams that embody that philosophy. From K-Dub and his legendary intros at SX to Barcia and his hang it out style, 2010 rookie sensation Eli Tomac, SX race winner Blake Wharton and new additions Will Hahn and top amateur, Justin Bogle, the excitement and energy coming out of this group right now, is undeniable.

Besides frequent visits to the top of the podium, the feedback and testing from some of the best riders in the world will enable TAG to continue to develop products that CHANGE THE GAME.

For more information on TAG visit www.tagmetalsracing.com.

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PHOENIX SUPERCROSS WEEKEND EBAY AUCTION

Courtesy of  Road 2 Recovery
PHOENIX SUPERCROSS WEEKEND EBAY AUCTION
PACKAGES FROM ROAD 2 RECOVERY
Scottsdale, AZ – We’re ready for Round 2 and you should be too! Surprise your family with an exclusive ticket package and the opportunity to be up close with your favorite teams and riders with help from the Road 2 Recovery Foundation. R2R offers last minute shopping with your choice of two (2) Supercross ticket packages to Round 2 of the 2011 Monster Energy Supercross Championship in Phoenix on January 15th.
Package #1 includes (4) VIP Full Access Credentials for Supercross at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. These full access credentials give you access to reserved press box seating, a tour of the Factory Honda race team semi, and an autographed jersey from 2010 Pro Motocross Lites Champion Trey Canard. Package #2 includes (4) all day/night pit passes and hospitality and your chance to surround yourself with industry leaders. See below for complete package details.
Package #1 VIP package includes:
· (4) VIP Credentials with all access pit passes
· Reserved Press Box Seating
· Tour of the Factory Honda Race Team Semi
· Track Walk
· Credentials to the Monster Energy Hospitality Tent including lunch
· Autographed Jersey from Factory Honda rider Trey Canard
Package #2 Ticket package includes:
· (4) Tickets with all day/night pit access
· (4) Kicker EB51 Earbuds & (4) Black Kicker T-Shirts
· Rider Section Seating in sections 101-104
· Tour of the Factory Honda Race Team Semi
· Track Walk
· Access to Parts Unlimited Hospitality with Lunch
Make this your last minute stocking stuffer!! Bidding begins December 17th at 8AM PST and ends December 24th at 7:59AM PST. Look back each week to bid on packages at the stop nearest you. The Road 2 Recovery Foundation would like to thank Feld, Monster Energy, Parts Unlimited, Honda, and Trey Canard for their contributions to the auctions.
About Road 2 Recovery:
The Road 2 Recovery Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that was founded by Bob Moore, Bob Walker, and Jimmy Button in the fall of 2000, and is dedicated to helping AMA licensed professional motocross/supercross riders with financial assistance if they sustain career-ending injuries as well as providing motivational, emotional, and spiritual support to these individuals and their families. To make a donation click here . For more information on Road 2 Recovery and upcoming events visit www.road2recovery.com or contact Anita Button at (480) 276-1131.
23623 N Scottsdale Road Suite D-3420, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Office 480-276-1131 Fax 480-585-5616
www.road2recovery.com
 
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Husberg Announces 2011 Enduro Team

Courtesy of Husaberg

Husaberg North America is excited to announce Mike Lafferty and Nick Fahringer as its 2011 National Enduro Team members.

Mike Lafferty (above) earned fourth in the 2010 AMA National Enduro series, while Nick Fahringer (below) placed fifth.

Lafferty, an 8-time National Enduro Champion, will enter his second year as a Husaberg Factory rider. Last year, Lafferty competed in the AMA National Enduro Series and placed 4th overall in the series earning one overall win and five additional podiums. For 2011, Lafferty will focus on the AMA National Enduro Series while also competing in select GNCC events to help with his endurance and speed.

“I am glad to be returning to Husaberg for the 2011 race season. We made a lot of progress with the bike last year and I am to the point where I am very confident in the machine and am ready to put it at the front of the pack,” remarked Lafferty.

Husaberg rider Nick Fahringer will return for his third year with the Husaberg brand. Fahringer continues to improve each season finishing the 2010 National Enduro season in 5th overall after earning seven top five finishes and winning multiple single tests. Like Lafferty, Fahringer will set his sights on the AMA National Enduro title while also competing in select GNCC and OMA events.

“Mike and Nick make a great team and we feel they will continue to be great representatives for the Husaberg brand on the east coast racing circuits. Each rider is now familiar with the new bike and continues to improve their race results each outing. We are hoping to see Husaberg as a regular on the National Enduro series podium,” stated Husaberg Team Manager Antti Kallonen.

Look for both riders at the premier of the 2011 AMA National Enduro Series next year in Salley, SC on February 27, 2011.
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Yamaha Announces 2011 Race Teams

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Yamaha Ready for Battle and the 2011 SX Season
Cypress Calif., December 16, 2010 – Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S. is pleased to announce its entire line-up of teams ready to battle for the 2011 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship.
Headlining the assault is James Stewart. Signed to a two-year contract with L & M Racing, James is looking forward to winning his second title for Yamaha on his YZ450F. He’s currently in lock down in Florida putting the finishing touches on his race prep and testing so he can come out with both barrels blazing at Anaheim 1.
Joining Stewart on Team L & M is Texas phenom Kyle Regal. Always a threat to podium outdoors, Regal has spent the last few months honing his Supercross skills turning lap after lap around the Yamaha Supercross test track.
For 2011 Star Racing owner Bobby Regan has placed team management reigns in the very capable hands of Allan Brown. Brown has assembled a new roster of riders to take the YZ250F to the front of the Lites Championship. After racing for the team at last year’s Nationals, Gareth Swanepoel is returning from the 2010 season. New members joining Gareth are Ryan Sipes, Kyle Cunningham and rookie sensation Gannon Audette.
Joe Gibbs Racing is back for 2011 with a two man threat of Justin Brayton and Davi Millsaps. Fresh from a off-season that saw him win international races in both Australia and Switzerland, Brayton is looking forward to bringing his podium streak to Anaheim 1. After a rough end to the 2010 season Millsaps has spent the off-season healing up and getting ready for a 450 challenge in 2011.
Valli Motorsports owner Chad Lanza is excited about the 2011 season with veteran Nick Wey mentoring 450 Class rookie Austin Stroupe. Both riders being new to the team and they are excited about the possibilities the 2011 season holds.
The MotoConcepts Team ended the 2010 Season on a high with Kyle Chisholm taking home the ”Privateer of the Year” honors. Things haven’t cooled off for Chisholm as he took home a well deserved second place at the prestigious Bercy Supercross during the off-season. Another big off-season development for the team was the hiring of David Vuillemin, a highly successful racer in his own right, as team manager. With his wealth of knowledge David will help guide riders Kyle Chisholm, new comer Tommy Hahn and Vince Friese to reach their ultimate goals in 2011.
In addition to fielding an impressive team with Weston Peick, Jared Brown, Drew Yenerich, Joey Rossi, Alex Millican and Jeff Alessi, Rock River Motorsports will once again be on hand at every Supercross supporting Yamaha racers with a wide assortment of OEM parts to ensure that their YZs are running up to their utmost potential.
“We are very excited to have all of our teams returning to fight for the 2011 Racing series and look forward to coming out of the gate at the opener with a strong start to the season” said Yamaha Racing Division Manager, Keith McCarty.“They did a great job representing the Yamaha brand last year and with contingency and parts available in the pits I’m looking forward to an even better finish in 2011 for all our Yamaha racers”.
The season opener gets underway at Angel Stadium in Anaheim on Saturday January 8th.
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USGP Returns to Glen Helen

Courtesy of Glen Helen Raceway

   The 2011 Monster Energy USGP returns 5/14 – 5/15, 2011.

-          The top riders in the world will compete on the world-class Glen Helen Raceway motocross track.

 

San Bernardino, California – The prestigious FIM-sanctioned 2011 Monster Energy United States Grand Prix will return to Glen Helen Raceway on May 14-15, 2011.

 

Located in the heart of Southern California, the epicenter of the American motocross industry, Glen Helen Raceway provides race fans more than just world-class racing – it creates a complete motocross experience second to none.

 

The 2010 event featured one of the most challenging tracks of the season. The 2011 event will once again showcase a world-class track layout that will be the perfect platform for top American racers to do battle with the rest of the world's best motocrossers. Glen Helen, America's Playground in Southern California, is known as the premier track in the United States for good reason – the daunting hills are spectacular and a worthy challenge for the top-level racers, and the rest of the track is a mixture of technical sections, huge jumps, and of course, the infamous "Talladega" high banked first turn.

 

Glen Helen also offers the only amateur day at any world grand prix event

 

This race will be "The Event" of 2011 Motocross, with numerous activities going on throughout the course of the weekend. Motocross stars from all over the globe will meet to prove who is the best in both the MX1 and MX2 classes. Glen Helen raceway, nestled between two major interstates, is extremely easy to access and features unlimited easy parking and amenities. There will be numerous ticket packages available around the first of the year with significant discounts available for early-buy ticket purchases. More to come on camping reservations as well.

 

Look for further information to be released in the near future, and follow us online at www.glenhelen.com, or on Facebook, at www.facebook.com/glenhelenraceway.

 

Glen Helen Raceway: Glen Helen Raceway is the premier Off-Road Racing facility in

Southern California and is known as a world class racing facility. The 256 acre facility

located near the San Bernardino County town of Devore, has featured Motocross, Sand

Drags, Short and Long Course Buggies & Trucks, AMA 125/250 MX Nationals, Pro ATV

Racing, Off Road G.P. and Endurance races, and the FIM United States Grand Prix,

World Championship Motocross event.

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GPMX Florida Training Starting Soon

Courtesy of GPMX
Looking for some high quality riding and coaching for the off season? Greg Pamart MX, based on 25 years of international experience, is offering private winter training in Bushnell, Florida (within a hour of the Winter Series tracks) for the 4th consecutive year at the friendly Skytop MX from January 1st until mid February.

Take advantage of this private facility! There are 2 MX tracks, 1 SX track, a turn track, a small but intense hare scramble loop, 4 double bedroom, 2 bath house and large workshop sitting on over 60 acres of playground!

The program, approved by Gary Semics, covers training on and off the bike, nutrition, and racing support on weekends!

Email gpmxusa@hotmail.com or call 484.524.5327 for more info!

www.gpmxracing.com
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Bel-Ray Adds to Sales Team

Courtesy of Bel-Ray

FARMINGDALE, NJ – Bel-Ray Company, Inc, the leading USA-based lubrication manufacturing company, is pleased to announce the addition of Patrick Huban to their Powersports Sales Team.

He will serve as the Powersports Sales Representative for the Northeast Territory, calling on dealers in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut. Huban was previously the Parts Manager and Service Advisor with Ducati Triumph New York in Manhattan and is an accomplished motorcycle road racer that competes in the CCS Mid-Atlantic and New Jersey Championship Series.

He can be reached via email at customerservice@belray.com.

Bel Ray Company Inc was founded in 1946 and is a privately held, woman owned business serving the lubrication needs of powersports, industrial and mining customers worldwide. Bel-Ray is recognized as the leader in the specialty lubricants industry for setting high standards of quality and performance with products formulated for the motorcycle, automotive, aviation, energy, food, marine, military, mining, OEM, Industrial steel, and textile industries.
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2011 Loretta Lynn's Regional Schedule Announced

Courtesy of MX Sports
Morgantown, W.Va. - MX Sports, producers of the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn Ranch, announce today the 2011 Regional Championship Schedule. The Regional Championships serve as the final races to seed riders into the National Championship at Loretta Lynn Ranch, and only riders who finish in a qualifying position at a regional event are eligible to race the national.

"We're excited to announce this schedule, which includes an all-star cast of regional tracks, including six venues with experience holding AMA Pro National events" says MX Sports Director Tim Cotter. "The tracks have been selected based on their ability to produce large and complicated events."

"The best amateur motocross racers in the world earn their way to the top through the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships," says AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "But qualifying to line up at Loretta Lynn's isn't easy. These competitors must race their way through a challenging Area and Regional qualifying system that guarantees a best-of-the-best lineup at the championships every summer. The AMA is looking forward to working with the dedicated and talented staff at MX Sports, and all the local track organizers who will make this happen in 2011."

Of note, Gatorback Raceway in Winter Garden, Florida, appears on the schedule for the first time in years, reducing the travel for the many Florida-based riders who usually travel further north for their Regional Championship. Thunder Valley Raceway in Lakewood, Colorado will host the South Central Regional Championship, a welcome break for the many Colorado riders who usually have to travel to Regional Championships further south. As always, the Regional Championship tracks revolve on a rotating schedule year-to-year.

Riders who qualify at the Regional Championships will then be eligible to race for the AMA Amateur National Championships at Loretta Lynn Ranch on August 1- 6, 2011.

2011 AMA Amateur National Motocross Regional Championship Schedule

Northeast Regional Championships:
June 11 & 12 Youth: Broome Tioga - Richford, NY
June 18 & 19 Amateur: High Point - Morris, PA

Southeast Regional Championships:
May 28 & 29 Youth: Muddy Creek - Blountville, TN
June 11 & 12 Amateur: Gatorback - Winter Garden, FL

Mid-East Regional Championships:
June 4 & 5 Youth: Sunday Creek - Nelsonville, OH
June 11 & 12 Amateur: Red Bud - Buchanan, MI

North Central Regional Championships:
June 18 & 19 Youth: Sunset Ridge - Walnut, IL
June 25 & 26 Amateur: Spring Creek - Millville, MN

South Central Regional Championships:
June 4 & 5 Youth: Freestone - Wortham, TX
June 11 & 12 Amateur: Thunder Valley - Lakewood, CO

Northwest Regional Championship:
May 28 & 29 Youth/Am: Washougal - Washougal, WA

Southwest Regional Championship:
June 18 & 19 Youth/Am: Competitive Edge - Hesperia, CA
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2011 Honda Contingency Program Announced

Courtesy of American Honda
Torrance, CA: American Honda is pleased to announce an exciting new round of industry-leading race contingency for 2011. For the upcoming racing season, the Red Rider Rewards program is doubling the number of events eligible for payouts. This gives Honda customers an opportunity to win money at over 700 race events. Winnings will be issued through the HRCA Red Rider Rewards Card and can be used anywhere that Visa® is accepted.

Administered by the Honda Riders Club of America™ (HRCA®), this rewards program supports racers all across the United States during the 2011 race season. Model-year 2009 and newer machines are eligible for the program, so whether you’re road racing, or competing in local motocross events, the Red Rider Rewards contingency program has something for you. For more information about American Honda’s Red Rider Rewards program visit powersports.honda.com/racing/contingency.aspx.

About Honda
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and personal watercraft in the U.S. American Honda’s Motorcycle Division conducts the sales, marketing, and operational activities for these products through authorized Honda dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to powersports.honda.com.


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Renthal Re-Signs Muscle Milk Toyota JGRMX

Courtesy of Renthal
Renthal has re-signed the Muscle Milk Toyota JGRMX race team to a multi-year contract which includes handlebars, chainwheels and grips. Renthal has supplied the team with product since their inception just over 3 years ago. In those three short years, the team has been able to establish itself as one of the premier teams in the 450 class.
"Ever since moving to North Carolina and trying to build a competitive race team from the ground up, I knew we would be relying on Renthal’s products," states Jeremy Albrecht. "Every championship that I have ever won as a mechanic was accomplished using Renthal, so I knew I could trust them to perform."

"We are excited to be able to extend our relationship with the Muscle Milk Toyota JGRMX team," said Brad Cameron, Brand Manager for Renthal. "The group of people Coy and Jeremy have assembled around their race team are some of the most professional and hardest working individuals in the industry." It’s only a matter of time before that dedication pays off with some 2-wheeled championships to go along with their 4-wheeled ones.

For more information, please visit,
www.renthal.com
www.jgrmx.com

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2011 National Motocross Series Announced

Courtesy of MX Sports

After a highly successful and historic season of competition, MX Sports Pro Racing presents the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship schedule.
The 2011 American Motocross schedule will consist of 12 rounds, with locations from California to New England. The series includes the best motocross riders from across the globe and is recognized as the most prestigious motocross championship on the planet.
The 2011 season kicks off on Saturday, May 21 with the historic Hangtown Motocross Classic, which is held at the Prairie City Off-Highway Vehicle Park in Sacramento, Calif. The series will once again travel the country and conclude on Saturday, September 10, at Pala Raceway, which is just north of San Diego.
“We’re fortunate to boast the best motocross facilities in the world in the Lucas Oil Motocross Championship,” said MX Sports Vice President Davey Coombs. “Several of our tracks have hosted national events for nearly four decades, including such legendary race tracks as RedBud, Unadilla, High Point and more, while our newer facilities present the vision of the future for American Motocross. The 2011 season – which will be the 40th year of this tour – is going to be another epic chapter in American Motocross.
“We have also been exploring several new facilities in the Southeast,” added Coombs. “The area is one of the most popular regions of the country for off-road motorcycles, and it is the hope of MX Sports that we will be able to announce a new addition to the schedule for 2012.”
Each stop of the 12-round championship will showcase the premier 450 Class, featuring reigning national champion Ryan Dungey, along with the 250 Class, which will crown a new champion in 2011 with the graduation of 2010 title holder Trey Canard into the premier division.
Additionally, the MotorcycleUSA.com Women’s Motocross Championship will be included at eight rounds of the series – Hangtown, Freestone, Thunder Valley, RedBud, Spring Creek, Moto-X 338, Steel City, and Pala. Led by defending champion Jessica Patterson, who claimed her record sixth title last season, the nation’s fastest females will add to the excitement of the 2011 championship series.
2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Schedule

May 21	Hangtown Motocross Classic*	Sacramento, CA
May 28	Freestone Raceway*	Wortham, TX
June 11	High Point Raceway	Mt. Morris, PA
June 18	Budds Creek Motocross	Mechanicsville, MD
June 25	Thunder Valley Motocross*	Lakewood, CO
July 2	RedBud*	Buchanan, MI
July 16	Spring Creek Motocross*	Millville, MN
July 23	Washougal MX Park	Washougal, WA
August 13	Unadilla	New Berlin, NY
August 27	Moto-X 338*	Southwick, MA
September 3	Steel City Raceway*	Delmont, PA
September 10	Pala Raceway*	Pala, CA

*WMX events
2011 Ticket sales and pricing will be released shortly, with special early-bird discounts available on all advance purchase ticket sales. It’s the perfect gift for the family moto enthusiast.

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