American Honda 2013 Contingency Announcement

Courtesy of American Honda

Torrance, CA: American Honda proudly announces the continuation of the Red Riders Rewards program for 2013, with more than $5 million in earnings available to racers. For the upcoming racing season, the Red Rider Rewards program will provide Honda owners with thousands of opportunities to earn payouts at more than 1500 race events across the United States including motocross, off-road events, dirt track, ATV and road racing. There’s even contingency for the exciting new CBR500R. Riders on CRF150Rs will benefit from industry-leading payouts in both off-road and MX events.

Winnings will be issued through the Red Rider Rewards Card and can be used anywhere that Visa® is accepted. All results and rewards are processed electronically via XTRM Performance Network. Just sign up once and then go racing; we’ll automatically load your earnings onto your Visa Red Rider Rewards Debit Card.
For program details and a list of all eligible units, visit HondaRedRiders.com.

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2013 Monster Energy Supercross TV Schedule

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports
AURORA, Ill. (December 19, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports^® announced today that the 2013 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, will enjoy the largest television package in the sport’s history. Nearly 100 hours of Monster Energy Supercross will air domestically across SPEED, CBS and FUEL TV. In addition, over 150 countries around the globe will broadcast Monster Energy Supercross, including a groundbreaking live programming schedule in Australia, the Middle East, and Africa on ESPN International.
A Monster Energy Supercross milestone, SPEED will air live coverage from a record 11 races, including the first and third stops from Angel Stadium (Anaheim, Calif.) Chase Field (Phoenix), Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego), Cowboys Stadium (Arlington, Texas), the Georgia Dome (Atlanta), Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis), Rogers Centre (Toronto), Reliant Stadium (Houston), Rice-Eccles Stadium (Salt Lake City) and Sam Boyd Stadium (Las Vegas). SPEED will also air a one-hour Monster Energy Supercross preview show before the gate drops on the season opener from Anaheim (January 5) and a 30 minute preview show from the season finale in Las Vegas (May 4).
Monster Energy Supercross will receive nine hours of next-day coverage on CBS, comprised of five 450SX Class races, including the second stop from Angel Stadium (Anaheim, Calif.), O.Co Coliseum (Oakland, Calif.), Edward Jones Dome (St. Louis), the Metrodome (Minneapolis), and CenturyLink Field (Seattle), as well as four one-hour season specials.  The season specials include a preview show, a midseason show, a year-end show and a special one-hour show on two-time defending Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ryan Villopoto.
Rounding out the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross domestic television package is the re-airing of every SPEED broadcast on FUEL TV.
“We are on the brink of one of the sport’s most anticipated seasons ever, and it’s only fitting to showcase it domestically on SPEED, CBS and FUEL TV,” said Ken Hudgens, COO, Feld Motor Sports. “This television package brings consistent coverage to the loyal fans of Monster Energy Supercross. That, along with the most robust international television package ever, will make the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross season the most watched season ever.”

2013 Monster Energy Supercross TV Schedule (Original Airings)

Air Date	Venue	City	Network	Time
12/22/2012	Supercross Preview Show		CBS	3:00 p.m. ET
1/5/2013	Angel Stadium	Anaheim, Calif.	SPEED (Live)	9:30 p.m. ET
1/12/2013	Chase Field	Phoenix	SPEED (Live)	9:30 p.m. ET
1/20/2013	Angel Stadium Angel Stadium (250SX Class)	Anaheim, Calif. Anaheim, Calif.	CBS SPEED	Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
1/27/2013	O.Co Coliseum O.Co Coliseum (250SX Class)	Oakland, Calif. Oakland, Calif.	CBS SPEED	Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
2/2/2013	Angel Stadium	Anaheim, Calif.	SPEED (Live)	10:30 p.m. ET
2/9/2013	Qualcomm Stadium	San Diego	SPEED (Live)	10:30 p.m. ET
2/10/2013	Ryan Villopoto: A Champion		CBS	Noon
2/16/2013	Cowboys Stadium	Arlington, Texas	SPEED (Live)	9:30 p.m. ET
2/23/2013	Georgia Dome	Atlanta	SPEED (Live)	7:30 p.m. ET
2/24/2013	Supercross Mid-Season Show		CBS	Noon
3/3/2013	Edward Jones Dome Edward Jones Dome (250SX Class)	St. Louis St. Louis	CBS SPEED	Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
TBD	Daytona Int’l Speedway	Daytona, Fla.	SPEED (Live)	7:30 p.m. ET
3/16/2013	Lucas Oil Stadium	Indianapolis	SPEED (Live)	7:30 p.m. ET
3/23/2013	Rogers Centre	Toronto, ON.	SPEED (Live)	8:00 p.m. ET
4/6/2013	Reliant Stadium	Houston	SPEED (Live)	9:30 p.m. ET
4/14/2013	Metrodome Metrodome (250SX Class)	Minneapolis Minneapolis	CBS SPEED	Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
4/21/2013	CenturyLink Field CenturyLink Field (250SX Class)	Seattle Seattle	CBS SPEED	Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
4/27/2013	Rice-Eccles Stadium	Salt Lake City	SPEED (Live)	9:30 p.m. ET
5/4/2013	Sam Boyd Stadium	Las Vegas	SPEED (Live)	10:00 p.m. ET
5/5/2013	Supercross Season Review		CBS	Noon

Television schedule is subject to change
For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com, the official website of Monster Energy Supercross.  To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter, log on to http://www.facebook.com/supercrosslive and http://twitter.com/supercrosslive.
About Feld Motor Sports^®
Feld Motor Sports^®, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Monster Energy Cup, Nuclear Cowboyz^®, and IHRA^® Nitro Jam^®.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largET producer of live family entertainment.  For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
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2013 Arenacross Series to be Broadcast on Speed

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports

AURORA, Ill. (December 18, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports^® and SPEED have released the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross television package that features two live telecasts in addition to eight next-day-air programs for a total of 10 hours on SPEED.

“With many exciting changes in store for the upcoming season, 2013 is primed to be a banner year for AMSOIL Arenacross,” said Ken Hudgens, COO, Feld Motor Sports. “The new AMSOIL Arenacross television package is a huge step forward for the sport – highlighted by two live races.”

The opening race of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season from the DCU Center in Worcester, Mass., will kick off the championship with a live broadcast on Saturday, January 5, which will serve as the lead-in to the live broadcast of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season opener in Anaheim, Calif.

The second live broadcast of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season will be from the sixth race of the championship inside Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre, Pa., on Saturday, February 9.

The remaining eight AMSOIL Arenacross tour stops will all feature exclusive next-day telecasts, scheduled to air the Sunday following each respective race. This is the first time that each stop of AMSOIL Arenacross will be seen within 24 hours of the checkered flag.

“It’s great to continue building the relationship we have with the AMSOIL Arenacross audience,” said SPEED President Scott Ackerson. “January 5 is certainly circled on the calendar with the live kickoff of Monster Energy Supercross racing season from Anaheim and live AMSOIL Arenacross is a major part of that. Along with an expanded pre-race show that leads into the premiere of the Monster Energy Supercross season, it makes for the total package.”

2013 AMSOIL Arenacross SPEED Broadcast Schedule

City                                 Venue                                 Broadcast Date           Time

Worcester, Mass.             DCU Center                         January 5                   8:30 p.m. ET**

Baltimore                         1^st Mariner Arena                  January 13                 1:00 p.m. ET

Grand Rapids, Mich.         Van Andel Arena                 January 20                 6:00 p.m. ET

Tulsa, Okla.                      BOK Center                         January 27                 6:00 p.m. ET

Cedar Park, Texas            Cedar Park Center               February 3                 1:00 p.m. ET

Wilkes Barre, Pa.              Mohegan Sun Arena            February 9                 9:30 p.m. ET**

Little Rock, Ark.               Verizon Arena                      February 17                1:00 p.m. ET

Wichita, Kan.                    INTRUST Bank Arena           February 24                1:00 p.m. ET

Kansas City, Mo.              Sprint Center                       March 3                     2:00 p.m. ET

Denver                             Denver Coliseum                 March 17                    1:00 p.m. ET

 

**BOLD indicates live broadcast.
Live timing and scoring from each round of the AMSOIL Arenacross season returns for the 2013 season!  To follow the intense racing action live, log onto www.Arenacross.com.

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Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray Specially Formulated for Powersports Equipment

Courtesy of Bel-Ray

Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray Specially Formulated for Powersports Equipment

New Bel-Ray Detailer Spray Provides Protective Coating; Restores Factory Finish;
Works on Multiple Surfaces; Reduces Maintenance/Clean-up Effort on Equipment

            FARMINGDALE, N.J. (December 5, 2012) ― Powersports enthusiasts can now attain a protective, shine-enhancing coating on various equipment surfaces with the new Bel-Ray Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray.
            Safe to use on numerous surfaces ― plastic, fiberglass, chrome, metal, glass and rubber ― this spray, specially formulated for powersports, provides a water-resistant, protective film that enhances color and hides flaws, restoring that desired factory-finish look and sheen to machines. In addition, the durable coating will resist dirt and dust, making it easier and faster to keep equipment clean. Regular powersports cleaners can be used for easy wipe down, since the spray's unique finish thwarts dust and dirt from sticking to machines.
            Distinct from other silicone sprays, Bel-Ray Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray can be used on rubber surfaces and will protect them from drying out, making it a must-have product for mechanics preparing bikes for storage.

          "Bel-Ray has long been recognized as a leader in the manufacture of premium quality, high-performance powersports lubricants," said Jennifer Liquori, Chief Operating Officer at Bel-Ray. "Now we can help powersports enthusiasts take care of their machines, both outside and inside, to get a shiny machine that performs better."
            For more information on Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray or other Bel-Ray products for powersports, visit www.belray.com or call (732) 938-2421.

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KTM Announces KTM Jr SX Challenge

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AURORA, Ill – Feld Motor Sports^® announced today that the popular KTM Junior Supercross Challenge (KJSC) that will be making its return to the 2013 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, will also be debuting at the Wilkes Barre, Pa., (February 9) and Kansas City, Mo., (March 2) stops of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season, where the future stars of the sport are showcased in a professional racing environment.
The KJSC will select 15 lucky racers for the chance of a lifetime as they live the life of a factory rider. Aboard identically prepared, factory backed KTM 50SXS bikes these riders will be competing on the very same track as the superstars of AMSOIL Arenacross. The junior racers will also be provided custom racing gear and their very own crew to work on the bikes.
During race day, KJSC riders will be able to participate in the rider track walk, opening ceremonies and autograph sessions just like AMSOIL Arenacross competitors and fellow KTM teammates Jeff Gibson and Kelly Smith. KJSC riders will have a full day of activities, from the minute they arrive. These riders will be pitted in a state of the art KJSC race team transporter where they will gear up to begin afternoon practice laps and prepare themselves to compete in a four-lap exhibition race which takes place during the night program.
“With all of the success the KJSC has had in the past with Monster Energy Supercross, we are excited to expand the program in to AMSOIL Arenacross for 2013,” said Todd Jendro, vice president of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. “The KJSC program has been a springboard for notable factory standouts such as Ryan Dungey, Mike Alessi and Eli Tomac to name a few, so we are pleased to promote this positive and family friendly program into our sport.”
Interested applicants must be 7-8 years old and meet the full requirements listed in the official rules. All rules and online entry forms can be found at the KJSC event website www.ktmjrsx.com.  The KJSC is held at two of the AMSOIL Arenacross races. Any additional inquiries about the KTM Junior Supercross Challenge should be directed to local KTM dealerships.   Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

Courtesy of BTO Sports

BTO Sports / KTM Motorsports

Miami, FL (December 5, 2012) - Team BTO Sports is pleased to announce its partnership with KTM Motorsports for the 2013 US Supercross and 2013 US Motocross racing season. Team BTO will be celebrating their 10th year on the US SX and MX tour, and the timing of their first factory backed OEM effort with KTM Motorsports couldn't be more exciting. "We are very excited and proud of our new relationship with KTM. They are now the defending 450 MX champions, and to be a new addition to their team on the new 450 is an honor honestly. Being a factory backed team with an OEM has been a goal of the team since it's inception, and to achieve that with KTM and a manager like Roger DeCoster is incredible. Now we will put the pressure on us to do our job and perform", says BTO team owner Forrest Butler. 

The KTM partnership with Team BTO, will be driven through the teams long time motorcycle dealership, Palmetto Motorsports.  Palmetto will continue as a major team sponsor, and the driving force of KTM sales for the team.  "We are very excited to have KTM come on board with the race team for 2013.  Palmetto is a long time KTM dealer and supporter, and we have created a very unique sales program with all the team race bikes throughout each season.  With these two combined, I for see our 2013 team bike sale program being the best its ever been with the new KTM 450 SX-F.  It is going to be a very exciting year for the team, and we are proud to be a part of it", says Palmetto Motorsports Todd Sandoval.   

Team BTO Sports / KTM will field two full time 450 riders in the 2013 US Supercross and US Motocross racing series.  Team riders will be long time veteran Michael Byrne, #26 and 2012 Canadian National Champion Matt Goerke, #62.  Both riders will be racing 2013 KTM 450 SX-F model motorcycles and are very excited to be working with the new program and KTM Factory Services.  "Working with KTM on this level is a huge step for our team", says BTO team owner Vince Armitsu. "Our riders love the bike already, and we will be on the best equipment out there. To combine all this with our 10 year anniversary, is just a great thing for everyone involved with our team". 

Thank you to our list of 2013 season team sponsors:

BTOSports.com , KTM.com , Palmettomotorsports.com ,  Witt's End Racing

BTO Sports, KTM, Palmetto Motorsports, FLY Racing, WPS, Witt's End Racing, FMF Racing, RG3, Alpinestars, Factory Effex, Pirelli, Smith, Wiseco, ODI, ASV, Engine Ice, Dubya, Motorex Oils, DT1, Galfer, Hinson, RK, Excel, Leo Vince Carbon Fiber, Mechanics Wear, Matrix, ETS Fuel, Full Spectrum Batteries, Gear Custom Products, Pit Posse, ASMF, FLmx, Dream Traxx, Safety Kleen

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Jeff Ward Training Facility

Courtesy of Jeff Ward Training Facility

Perris, CA. – Jeff Ward has been in the motorsports industry since he moved to the United States at age three (3) and motocross has always been his highlight. Who better to start a motocross training school than Jeff. With his roots in motocross and having accrued 9 AMA Championships in Motocross, Supercross, and Supermoto, you can say he knows a lot to what goes into being a professional motocross racer. Not just on the track but off the track as well. The facility will be open to all skill levels, age, and gender of rider. 

 

“I am very excited to start up the training school. I have always trained a few racers on the side for fun, so I figured why not make it a full school,” said Jeff. “I am doing this with the help of my son, Brandon. We have had the idea to do this for quite a while and he has devoted countless hours working on the website and planning out the whole future of the company.”

Right now the Jeff Ward Training Facility, or JW Training Facility, is still in the beginning stage and currently holding daily training sessions at local Southern California tracks for $150 a session. They are planning to expand in the very near future and be able to accommodate a place to stay for a week long (to multiple weeks long) camp as well as have a line up of bikes available to ride for those farther away planning on coming out and staying without having to haul their bike.

“We are currently working on improving our facility,” said Brandon Ward. “We are making updates to the house and hopefully building a gym soon or possibly partnering with a current gym. Being at the location we are at, it is great for cycling, mountain biking, and pretty much any off-track training you can think of. There will be a lot of improvements and additions to the facility as we progress.”
Their next session is Tuesday December 11, 2012 at Milestone MX Park in Riverside, Ca. With Christmas right around the corner, it would make a great present!

You can always contact them to set up a future date that isn’t listed on the site. You can log on to their website at www.jwtrainingfacility.com or check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. There will be updates on the site soon including a calendar that has upcoming training sessions as well as a few other additions to the packages. Visit the website for more info on what is all included with a training session. If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to email them at info@jwtrainingfacility.com.

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MX Heaven Accepting Reservations

Courtesy of MX Heaven

MXHeaven, the Worlds #1 Choice in Motocross Holidays and is now taking reservations for 2013 and ‘14 seasons.
MXHeaven is also putting the final touches to the MX Racing team for the 2013 Nationals. They offer a complete package including bikes, accommodation, travel, practice and prep for the Nationals. Professional riders who are interested in joining the National Team should contact them for cost information and to see if they qualify.
Look for more information about the MXHeaven Racing Team for 2013 soon.
Contact them at info@mxheavenracing.com or search www.MXHeavenracing.com on the internet for information on schedules and programs.

MXHeaven Racing team is proudly sponsored by Ohlins USA, Yoshimura exhaust, Silkolene lubricants, GOLDfren brakes, DECALworks graphics, Cycra plastics, Troy Lee Designs, DunlopTires, NoToil, Gaerne boots, Warp9 radiators, RK-Excel, Wiseco, Works Connection and AME grips.
 

 

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Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross Returns With Two-Day Racing Format

Courtesy of MX Sports

Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross
Returns With Two-Day Racing Format

Morgantown, W.Va. - MX Sports is pleased to announce the return of the 4th Annual Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross Championship (RCSX) to the legendary Daytona International Speedway. This prestigious amateur race will take place Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11, following Saturday's Daytona Supercross by Honda.
This year will once again feature two full-days of racing, offering amateur racers even more track time and class options throughout the weekend. Highlighted changes for 2013 include the addition of the Masters (50+) class and the splitting of the 450 C and 250 C classes into two age-appropriate categories: (14-21) and (22+).
"MX Sports put great consideration into revising the classes for 2013 in order to provide greater opportunities for our participants," said Event Director Tim Cotter. "Based off the high participation numbers in the past, our team made the decision to split the 450 C and 250 C classes into two categories in order to give racers more time on the track and an even greater opportunity to make the main event."
Amateur racers once again have the unprecedented opportunity to compete on one of the most prestigious motorsports grounds in the world only one day after the pros. Perhaps the most enticing factor of this event is that 15-Time Champion Ricky Carmichael will be on site all weekend long to converse with amateur racers and their families while offering up tips and advice.
"I'm excited to be back at my racing home-Daytona International Speedway-for another year of RCSX," said 15-Time Champion, Ricky Carmichael. "This event has really grown into something special and it's cool to be a part of such a great opportunity for amateur racers. I'm looking forward to watching some great amateur racing at Daytona."
The class structure includes classes for youth riders on 50cc bikes all the way up to vet and senior classes. The race will follow a supercross format, using heat races and last chance qualifiers to seed the field of riders into a main event in each class, over the course of two days. Unlike the Loretta Lynn Ranch format, riders do not need to qualify at other races in order to participate in the Daytona event. Because of the supercross format, please note that class entries are limited in order to give participants the utmost time on the race track.
Amateur riders and their families are encouraged to come down early and camp on the Daytona infield, where hookups are available. Move in, sign up and camping begin on Friday, March 8, so amateur families can watch the pros compete on Saturday night in the Daytona Supercross. Amateur racing takes place on Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11.
For more information on the event, please visit www.racedaytona.com. To register for the 2013 RCSX, click HERE.

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Monster Energy Supercross Moving from Dodger Stadium

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Monster Energy Supercross Moving from Dodger Stadium

January 19 Race Moved to Angel Stadium in Anaheim

AURORA, Ill. (November 30, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports^® announced today that due to the improvements that the Los Angeles Dodgers intend to make to Dodger Stadium during the offseason, the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, race that was originally scheduled to be held at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on January 19, 2013 has been moved to Angel Stadium of Anaheim, in Anaheim, California. In addition, the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam^® event, which was scheduled for February 16,^, 2013 at Dodger Stadium, has been cancelled.

“Our expectation is to be underway with enhancements to Dodger Stadium in preparation for the 2013 baseball season during the time these events are scheduled,” said Bob Wolfe, Executive Vice President of the Dodgers. “In order to avoid any possible impact on the January 19 Monster Energy Supercross race and the February 16 Monster Jam event, we, along with Feld Motor Sports, came to the decision that it would be best to have the event moved to another location on January 19.”

“We are working diligently to make the change from Dodger Stadium to Angel Stadium for the Jan 19 Monster Energy Supercross race seamless for the teams, sponsors, and most importantly the fans,” said Ken Hudgens, Chief Operating Office, Feld Motor Sports. “The collective effort between the Monster Energy Supercross staff, Dodger Stadium staff, and Angel Stadium staff to make this venue change has been very positive.”

Refunds to the two Dodger Stadium motorsports events can be obtained at the point of purchase. Tickets for the January 19 Monster Energy Supercross race at Angel Stadium of Anaheim will go on-sale Friday, December 7 at 10am PST.

For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com, the official website of Monster Energy Supercross. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305. To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter, log on to http://www.facebook.com/supercrosslive and http://twitter.com/supercrosslive.

About Feld Motor Sports^®
Feld Motor Sports^®, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Monster Energy Cup, Nuclear Cowboyz^®, and IHRA^® Nitro Jam^®.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment.  For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
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MX Nationals Tickets Advanced Sales

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MX Sports Pro Racing and Alli Sports are pleased to announce that advance tickets for the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, are now on sale and available for purchase at www.allisports.com. Additionally, advance ticket purchasers will receive $20 off series merchandise and a chance to win the Ultimate Moto Swag Pack, featuring product from series sponsors FMF Apparel, etnies, and Racer X Illustrated, as well as ticket upgrades, and more.

The on-track excitement of the 2013 season kicks off on Saturday, May 18th with the Hangtown Motocross Classic-the traditional opener for the most prestigious and competitive motocross series in the world-and continues throughout the summer months, including such legendary stops as High Point Raceway, RedBud, Washougal, Unadilla, Southwick and more. The series will conclude on August 28th in Southern California, where the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Champions will be crowned at Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park.

Fans across the country will have the opportunity to watch arguably the most competitive field of racers in history engage in battle for the coveted 450 Class and 250 Class titles. Defending 450 Class Champion Ryan Dungey will look for his third title in four years, but will be challenged by former champions Ryan Villopoto, Chad Reed, and James Stewart, in addition to talented rookies Justin Barcia and Dean Wilson.

The 250 Class will be a showcase of the sport's brightest young stars, with reigning title holder Blake Baggett headlining a long list of riders like Eli Tomac, Ken Roczen, and Marvin Musquin in what is sure to be a captivating showdown the entire summer.

Ticket info for every round of the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship can be found at www.allisports.com. Fans won't want to miss the chance to win the Ultimate Moto Swag Pack and get a head start on their holiday season shopping!

For additional information on the series, please visit AlliSports.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for exclusive content and the latest Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship news.

For media information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please contact MX Sports Pro Racing via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com.

MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world's most prestigious professional motocross series - the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The industry leader in off road power sport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.

Alli Sports
Alli Sports, is an action sports lifestyle brand whose mission is to connect fans with athletes and brands through best in class events, media, and authentic branded products. Alli Sports includes: the Dew Tour, Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship and the Red Bull Signature Series; Alli Media, which creates, produces, and distributes original content; Alli RideShop, an online retailer carrying top skate and BMX consumer products; and Alli MotoShop an online retailer carrying top moto consumer products. Alli Sports is owned by NBC Sports. More information can be found at www.allisports.com.

AMA Pro Racing
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing sanctioning body in the United States, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. From its Daytona Beach headquarters, the organization sanctions professional motorcycle racing competition, which includes, AMA Pro Motocross, AMA Pro Road Racing, and AMA Pro Flat Track. Visit www.amaproracing.com.

NBC Sports Group
When the Comcast-NBCUniversal transaction was completed in January of 2011, the broad reach and storied history of NBC Sports united with Comcast's 24/7 ability to super-serve fans to create the NBC Sports Group. The new sports media company consists of an array of broadcast television, cable television and digital sports assets, including NBC Sports & Olympics, Golf Channel, Versus, 11 SportNets (regional sports networks) and their respective websites. Together, the new combined assets of the NBC Sports Group possess an unparalleled collection of television rights agreements, partnering with some of the most prestigious sports properties in the world: the Olympics, NFL, NHL, PGA TOUR, PGA of America, USGA, IndyCar, Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, Wimbledon, French Open, Tour de France and Kentucky Derby.

Lucas Oil Products
Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, lubricants and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, lubricants and problem-solving performance additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry. Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the "Official Motor Oil of the Pro Motocross Championship." Visit www.LucasOil.com.    

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N-Fab, TiLUBE, and Yamaha Join Forces for 2013

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N-Fab, TiLUBE, and Yamaha Join Forces for 2013

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (Nov 30, 2012) – With the 2013 race season fast approaching, three iconic brands have joined together to create what is sure to be a formidible presence on the start line and in the pits. N-Fab, TiLUBE, and Yamaha Racing headline the two-rider, 450-class team set to contest the hyper-competitive Supercross and Motocross series’. Preparations are already underway as the team readies themselves for the kick off of the 17-round Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. on January 5, 2013.

Chris Blose (Phoenix) and Phillip Nicoletti (Bethel, New York) will pilot the revolutionary Yamaha YZ450F inside stadiums and across the American countryside as they look to make their mark on the 2013 season.

Team Manager Allan Brown is admittedly energized by the new team and riders, “At 24 years of age, Chris Blose brings 42 main event starts and a good balance of youth and experience to the team,” said Brown. “This is my second year working with Chris and we are looking to continue our streak of main event appearances from last season. 23 year old Phillip Nicoletti showed tremendous potential in 2012, capping off the motocross season with a string of top 10 finishes in the 450 class. Both of these riders are capable of producing solid finishes week in and week out and I can’t wait to get the season started!”

N-Fab, producers of industry-leading off-road accessories, is also looking forward to a successful 2013 campaign, "We are very excited to be partnering with TiLUBE and Yamaha Racing for the 2013 Supercross and Motocross series’,” commented N-Fab founder Thomas Fichter. “The opportunities this partnership offers the N-Fab brand extend well beyond the track and we’re looking forward to debuting a complete new look and launching our latest race-ready N-Fab team on January 5!”

Be sure to stop by the team transporter in the Anaheim pits to check out some of the latest products and get autographs from Blose and Nicoletti. We’ll see you there!

About N-Fab:
N-FAB is the industry leader in making quality Nerf-Bars, Pre-Runners and other Off-Road accessories. We design and manufacture the strongest, most durable and best looking Nerf-Bars available in the industry today. At N-FAB we are committed to building a heavy duty, high end, high quality tubular parts for all the latest trucks and SUV's dating back to the 80's. N-FAB products are distributed through a vast distribution network in the US nationwide and into Canada as well as other parts of the world. If you need help in locating your desired N-FAB product, or dealer feel free to call us at 1-866-806-NFAB and we will do what it takes to get you the N-FAB product you desire. You also visit us 24/7 at www.n-fab.com.

About TiLUBE Racing
TiLUBE Racing is a professional Supercross team owned by TiLUBE LLC. The focus of the team is to promote its high-end powersports lubricants, chemicals and fuel products. All TiLUBE products are dyno tested, offer engine protection in extreme conditions and outperform the manufactures requirements. For more info on TiLUBE products and race support log on to www.TiLUBE.com

About Yamaha Motor Corporation
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (YMUS) is a leading distributor and manufacturer in the motorsports market, with the most diversified line of such products in America. Its ever-expanding product offerings include motorcycles, outboard motors, ATVs, side x side vehicles, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, boats, outdoor power equipment, race kart engines, accessories, apparel, and much more, which are sold through a nationwide network of dealers in the United States.

Headquartered in Cypress, California, since its incorporation in 1977, YMUS also has facilities in Wisconsin and Georgia, as well as factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia.

The N-Fab TiLUBE Yamaha Racing Team is proudly supported by:
N-Fab, TiLUBE, Yamaha, Wiseco, Motion Pro, Podium Ink, Fusion Graphics, Dunlop, Crower Performance, ARC Levers, SDG USA,  Excel A60, Ride Engineering, Crank Works, Sunstar Sprockets & Chains, Metaltek, ODI Grips, Dubya, Bermcannon, CIA Stands.   Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Announces Supercross Team

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Rocky Mountain ATV/MC, renowned leader in providing off-road enthusiasts with the largest selection of off-road gear at the lowest prices, today announced their sponsorship of the first ever Rocky Mountain ATV/MC  Supercross team.  As an avid supporter of motorsports, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is proud to support the 2013 AMA Supercross races and bring more exposure to the off-road industry by sponsoring the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Supercross team which will compete in 17 races across the United States and Canada.
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC will have representation in both the Supercross class and Lites class by sponsoring up-and-coming privateer riders Bracken Hall and Landen Powell.  Landen Powell will race in the Supercross class and Bracken Hall will compete in the West Coast Lites class.  Both Hall and Powell have proven themselves as fierce competitors in Supercross, having both the brazenness of new contenders and skill of seasoned riders.
A custom built racing semi will house the team as they travel to all 17 rounds in the West and East Coast. Several industry leading brands have stepped in to help the team including Fly apparel, Bell helmets, and FMF exhausts.  Additionally, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC will provide extra support with their house brands which consist of Tusk, Attack Graphics, Primary Drive, and Rider Cargo.
“We are very excited to jump into the Supercross ring with our Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Supercross team. Feld Motorsports has taken Supercross to new levels of popularity with hard core moto fans as well as everyday weekend riders and we are proud to be part of it,” said Dan Thomas CEO/President of Rocky Mountain ATV/MC, “We also feel that we have two young riders that will prove to be very competitive in the 2013 Supercross season.”

About Rocky Mountain ATV/MC®
For over 28 years, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC has been the trusted source for off-road enthusiasts who demand high quality riding gear, low prices and unmatched customer service.  Rocky Mountain doesn’t just satisfy their customer’s expectations, they exceed them with values you won’t find anywhere else like their frequent buyer program, fit guarantee apparel exchange, free 3-day shipping and price match guarantee. Rocky Mountain ATV/MC was established in 1985 by Dan Thomas, CEO and Founder in a small, one room warehouse in Utah.  Dan’s passion for the sport of off-roading and commitment to provide the highest quality products at the best prices has made Rocky Mountain the leading supplier of off-road gear.  For more information, visit www.rockymountainatvmc.com.  For media inquiries, contact Everett Hoffman at 1-800-336-5437 or everetth@rockymountainatv.com.
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YAMAHA Announces 2013 Racing Teams

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Cypress, CA - With the 2013 race season fast approaching, Yamaha Motor Corporation is excited to announce that in addition to JGRMX, Star Racing, and Rock River Powersports more teams have chosen to line-up behind the starting gate in 2013 aboard YZs.

Lining up in the 450 Class will be the newly formed Velocity3 Racing team, headed by former factory mechanics Brian Berry and Kenny Germain. Leading the charge for the team will be Kyle Chisholm, winner of the 2011 King of Bercy title aboard a YZ450F. Joining Kyle aboard a YZ450F will be Bobby Kiniry. The team will race the 2013 Supercross series.

Next to Velocity 3 on the gate will be the N-Fab Ti Lube Yamaha team. With a long history of highly successful and well run teams under his belt, Allan Brown will bring his management and tuning skills to the gate with Phil Nicoletti in the 450 class. The team will compete in both the 2013 Supercross and Motocross series.

Lining up in the 250 Class will be the “little team that could”, Eleven Ten Mods. Run by Chad Sanner, the team burst onto the scene in 2011 with some surprise performances from Darryn Durham and Alex Martin. For 2013, the team will be YZ250F mounted and Alex Martin will be returning to ride the 250 Class in the East Coast Supercross and the Motocross series.

Valli Motorsports returns with their own race effort in 2013. The team will be spearheaded by Travis Baker who will race a YZ250F in the 250 SX Class on the West Coast.

In addition, Jessica Patterson will be returning home to Yamaha and the YZ250F that she earned her 2010 WMX crown on. Jessica will compete in the WMX series along with select high profile women’s races throughout the 2013 race season.

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Cobra completes yet another sweep of the Mini Os’ 50cc championships!

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Cobra completes yet another sweep of the Mini Os’ 50cc championships!

Jett Reynolds wins the 50cc Sr. SX + MX Open titles, crowned 50cc Sr. Olympiad Champion; Nicholas Romano is the 50cc overall Jr. Olympiad

Check this out … Kids on Cobras won EVERY 50cc moto @ the Mini Os this year!!!

HILLSDALE, Mich., (Nov. 29, 2012) – The most successful competition 50cc mini cycles in the history of the sport continued its impressive reign on the Mini Os as Cobra Moto again swept top honors across the board in the Jr. & Sr. classes, with two Cobra racers earning the coveted “Olympiad” honors for their efforts in the MX, SX and Open races.

Beginning with the Sr. 50cc class at the 41^st running of the Thor Winter National Olympics, presented by Pro Circuit at Gatorback Cycle Park (Fla.), Cobra’s King 50 – the bike that changed the course of minicycle racing here in the States nearly 20 years ago – was raced to championships in the SX class by California’s Jett Reynolds and in the MX class by Georgia’s Gage Linville. In addition, Virginia’s Nathan Merricks would race to a 1^st place finish in the 50cc Open SX class, while Reynolds dazzled everybody with is speed & style in winning the 50cc Sr. MX Open class. And with that effort Reynolds was crowd this year’s 50cc Sr. Olympiad title winner!

“Jett had a spectacular weekend at Gatorback,” said Sean Hilbert, President of Cobra Moto. “He’s the real deal.”

Some other new names putting up solid numbers at the 41^st Mini Os for Cobra Moto include: Tommy Leclere, Thomas Welch, Mason Naecker and Brock Bennett.

The little guys on the Cobra 50JR bikes were led by New York’s Nicholas Romano, who swept both the Mini Os’ SX and MX titles and was awarded the coveted Olympiad title in his division. Fans also got to see a number of Cobra racers move up from the Jr. division to race in the Sr. division. Those kids included: Ryder Di Francesco, Romano, Johnny Weber and Gregory Stewart.

Finally, in the 65cc division – where the new 2013 Cobra CX65 was getting rave reviews at the race – Cobra got an outstanding performance from local Floridian Tommy “TJ” Rios who placed 2^nd overall in both the 10-11 65cc MX and SX divisions. Georgia’s Jeremy Seabolt also raced well in the SX Modified division, placing 5^th overall.

“Tommy was easily our most improved racer of the year,” said Hilbert of the longtime Cobra rider Rios. “He rode brilliantly all week and everyone at Cobra wishes him the best of luck as he now moves up to the 85cc class.”

Up now for Cobra: This concludes the 2012 competition season for Cobra Moto. We look forward to seeing everyone in March for the opening of the 2013 amateur national MX season. Enjoy the holidays and hit the school books just as hard as your practice track!

Cobra photos courtesy of Brandon Butler

Cobra, founded in 1993, produces the most successful line of competition mini cycles in the United States with more than 300 national titles in the last decade. Based out of Hillsdale, Mich., Cobra's mission is to build premium products for the serious racer. For more information on Cobra products, please visit our website at www.cobramotorcycle.com and like us on Cobra Nation on Facebook.

High Profile Public Relations (HPPR), LLC, is a multi-faceted communications agency specializing in strategic media relations – both industry and mainstream – for the powersports and action sports communities. Dialed in with all forms of power and action sports, its participants, manufacturers and live event promoters, HPPR’s Pat Schutte can be reached at pat@highprofilepr.com.

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Bel-Ray Elite and Grass Roots Racers Score at Thor Winter Olympics

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Bel-Ray Elite and Grass Roots Racers Score
at Thor Winter Olympics

Riders Using Bel-Ray Lubricants Earn 16 Podium Finishes, Five Class Championships during Mini O's Competition

            FARMINGDALE, N.J. (November 29, 2012) ¯ Six members of the Bel-Ray Elite and Grass Roots support race team achieved winning results at the 2012 Thor Winter Olympics held at Gatorback Cycle Park in Gainesville, Fla.

            During the week of competition in what is commonly known as the Mini O's, Bel-Ray racers scored sixteen podium finishes and five class championships:

·         Barry Carsten - 45+ Motocross 1st overall, 45+ Supercross 1st overall, 40+ Motocross 3rd overall, 40+ Supercross 3rd overall.

·         Daniel Baker – Four-Stroke Supercross, 1st overall; 250B Motocross, 2nd overall; Schoolboy (13-16) Supercross, 2nd overall; 250 B Modified Supercross, 3rd overall.

·         Jett Reynolds - 51cc (4-8) Stock Motocross, 1st overall; 51cc (7-8) Stock Supercross, 1st overall; 51cc (7-8) Stock Motocross, 2nd overall.

·         Scott Sheak - 35+ Motocross, 3rd overall; 30+ Supercross, 3rd overall; 35+ Supercross, 3rd overall.

·         Ryder DiFrancesco - 51cc (4-6) Stock Supercross, 2nd overall; 51cc (4-6) Stock Motocross, 3rd overall.

·         Colton Eigenmann - Mini Senior 12-15 Modified Supercross, 3rd overall.

            These racers rely on the complete line of Bel-Ray powersports lubricants to keep motorcycle pistons, gears and chains operating more efficiently and with less friction and abrasive action. Plus, engines run cleaner, while continuing to perform under the most difficult racing conditions. The result: an increased lifespan of all moving parts.

Specific high performance powersports lubricant choices for racing enthusiasts include:

·         Bel-Ray Thumper Racing Synthetic Ester Blend 4T Engine Oil - This 4-stroke motorcycle racing oil combines the finest quality synthetic esters and highly-refined mineral base oils specifically engineered for today’s 4-stroke single cylinder, multi-valve racing engines.

·         Bel-Ray Super Clean Chain Lube - This aerosol chain lube utilizes the latest innovation in chain lubricant technology, combining unsurpassed anti-wear protection for long chain and sprocket life with an outer protective coating that will not attract dirt, sand, or grit. 

·         Bel-Ray Waterproof Grease - The legendary high-performance, multi-purpose grease with superior water resistance, even in salt water, ensuring continued sealing and protection.

            For more information on Bel-Ray high performance powersports products, visit www.belray.com/powersports or call (732) 938-2421.

            For details on the winning results of the Bel-Ray racing team all season long, visit www.belrayracing.com.

ABOUT BEL-RAY COMPANY, INC.

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. “Flex Your Engine” with Bel-Ray’s superior Powersports line that delivers top quality Made-in-the-USA products to motorcycle and recreational vehicle enthusiasts around the world. Bel-Ray products are available at powersports dealers worldwide. Visit Bel-Ray.com for a complete dealer listing. Find the right lubricant for your equipment with Bel-Ray’s Lubricant Advisor. Like us on Facebook.com/BelRay or follow us on Twitter/Bel_Ray.

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Suzuki Chooses MOTOTV Network to Provide In-Dealer Video Content

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Suzuki Chooses MOTOTV Network to Provide In-Dealer Video Content
A new partnership between MOTOTV and American Suzuki Motor Corporation will allow Suzuki dealers to install the MOTOTV service in their dealerships.

Denver, CO -- MOTOTV, the largest and fastest growing video network dedicated to powersports dealers, announces a partnership with American Suzuki Motor Corporation to provide video advertising and promotions inside Suzuki motorcycle, scooter and ATV dealerships.

Suzuki has partnered with MOTOTV to distribute video content to their dealerships' television screens in the United States.  Suzuki will show various content regarding Suzuki products through MOTOTV, including current promotions, videos showing product features, product reviews, and much more.

"Suzuki is excited to be partnering with MOTOTV to reach the millions of consumers that walk into our dealerships every year," said Steve Bortolamedi, Senior Communications Manager at American Suzuki Motor Corporation.  "In the past, most of our advertising has focused on getting our customers into Suzuki dealers.  Now we can extend that advertising inside the dealership and target those customers when they are ready to buy."

"We are excited about our partnership with Suzuki because we know Suzuki dealerships will benefit from increased sales of Suzuki products." explained Gary Halpin, Co-Founder of MOTOTV.  "MOTOTV is the best way to educate the consumer as well as the employees inside powersports dealerships."

In addition to advertising opportunities for brands targeting the powersports customer, MOTOTV includes content from partners like SPEED, RacerX, Red Bull and more to create a more entertaining environment in dealerships.   Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

REPLAY XD®720: THE SMALLEST EASIEST WAY TO REPLAY IT

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REPLAY XD^®720: THE SMALLEST EASIEST WAY TO REPLAY IT
Action Sports Video Powerhouse REPLAY XD^® Unveils New XD720 HD:
The most value-packed High Def Video camera on the market.

• Smallest, lightest HD Camera on the market – about the size of a tube of lip balm, small enough to mount to your sunglasses.
• Easy to use controls, limitless mounting options, rugged aluminum construction, water resistant.
• Shoots 720P HD footage at 30 or 60 frames per second, up to 2 hours of record time, up to 32GB micro SD. Perfect to capture all your action footage with out even knowing it’s there.
• Sound options include onboard mic and audio input for secondary microphones or radio input, battery packs and more
• Replaces ever popular standard definition RePlay XD480 camera in line-up.

Newbury Park, Calif. – Capturing action-packed, crystal-clear HD Video is now easier and more affordable than ever, thanks to the new Replay XD720. Less than a year after launching the world’s smallest and lightest HD Action Sports Camera, the XD1080, the engineers at RePlay XD® have created a new, smaller, lighter camera packed with features and an easy-to-use consumer-friendly interface – all at a price that provides tremendous value.
The XD720 captures color rich 720P HD at 30/60 frames per second for high-speed action. The system packs a crystal clear non-fisheye, non-distorted 120 degree field of view lens and 5-megapixel image sensor. The sleek two ounce camera is about the size of a tube of lip balm and features a water-resistant, rugged aluminum housing that can withstand everything from extreme sports to hardcore motorsports and is packed with pro-level audio, external audio line-in and is compatible with virtually all the RePlay XD Pro level mounts and accessories.

In addition to the camera's best-in-class onboard mic, the Replay XD720 also has a secondary audio input that allows users to feed audio from their own source such as race radios, LAV mics iPods and more. Filmmakers can mic their subjects for crystal clear audio in every scenario. The camera records up to 130 minutes of video on a single charge of its internal Li-Ion battery. It includes a 4GB micro SD card and supports up to 32GB cards. The system remembers and holds settings, even when the battery runs down. and a “Quick-Clip” function allows editing in the field.
The Replay XD720 is incredibly easy to use, setting a new standard for POV Camera controls. Simply flip a switch on the back to select frame rate and audio input options, and then replace the cap - it’s that easy. The Power and Record buttons require one simple touch, with specific vibration feedback and indicator lights for each command.
“The XD720 has simple controls and a compact design perfect for everyone from first-time shooters to athletes that need a compact, lightweight way to capture the action," says RePlay XD President John Spar. "This camera includes the pro-level optics and audio packed similar to that in our XD1080 model, but in a smaller package at an incredible price. It’s in a class of its own.”
The XD720 kit includes the camera, a microfiber protective pouch, ballistic carrying case, 4GB micro SDHC card, USB charge / data cable, Micro USB card reader, micro SD to SD card adaptor for easy file transferring, Car power Adapter, safety leash, and two mounting options. The RePlay XD® exclusive mounts include a HeimLock swivel/tilt mount, LowBoy flat mount, two convex and two flat SnapTrays. Unlike other bulky POV cameras, the RePlay XD720’s small shape allows it to hide just about anywhere. MSRP: $199.99 Available at www.replayxd.com.

Replay XD was designed by a group of racing professionals with over 50 years of experience in the high performance racing industry. The development team saw the need for ultra-lightweight cameras that could capture never before seen video footage from the most extreme racing and action environments on earth. The Replay XD1080 has been put through the most grueling conditions possible and has come out unscathed with crystal clear footage. Replay XD's goal is to bring you the most technologically advanced recording systems available today. www.replayxd.com (805) 480-9800.

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Cooper Webb Wins 6 Mini O's Titles

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Wiggins, Miss. (Nov. 27, 2012) - For the 41st time, Gatorback Cycle Park in Gainesville, Fla. was host to the annual Winter Olympics of Motocross during the week of Thanksgiving.  Star Racing/Yamaha/Rockstar Energy’s Cooper Webb contested the 250 A and 250 Pro Sport classes in both supercross and motocross, sweeping all four titles.  He also raced the 450 A and 450 Pro
Sport classes on his Yamaha YZ250F winning two championships in the 450 A classes and finishing on the podium in the 450 Pro Sport classes against more powerful machines.
“I had a good week, it’s tough competition in the A class and it feels good to have been a contender in each of the classes I raced,” said the 17-year old Webb.  ”I work really hard, and the goal is to win.  I want to thank Bobby Regan (Star Racing/Yamaha/Rockstar Energy Team owner) and the entire team for building me an awesome 250, Yamaha, Rockstar Energy, my coach Gary Bailey, my mechanic, my trainer, and all of the sponsors who help our team get to the races,” added Webb.
Webb will make his professional debut at the start of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship May 18, at the Hangtown Motocross Classic in Sacramento, Calif.  Follow Cooper Webb on Facebook at facebook.com/cooperwebb175.YMCB, and on Twitter @minicoop175.

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2013 Loretta Lynn Area Qualifier and Regional Championship Schedule Announced

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2013 Loretta Lynn Area Qualifier and Regional Championship
Schedule Announced

Morgantown, W. Va. - MX Sports, producer of the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship presented by Amsoil, announces the tentative 2013 Area Qualifier and Regional Championship Schedules. Taking place in 31 states throughout the country, this season's schedule of 49 Area Qualifiers will begin in February and run through the end of May. The 12 Regional Championships will run in seven major geographical regions throughout the United States, taking place in late May and through the month of June.
The Area Qualifiers serve as the first step in qualifying for the world's largest and most prestigious amateur motocross championship. The Regional Championships then serve as the next step to seed riders into the National Championship at the Loretta Lynn Ranch. Only riders who finish in a qualifying position at a Regional Championship are eligible to race the National in August.
"The AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's has been the pinnacle of amateur motocross in the US and renowned throughout the world," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "This coming season will be a very exciting one, with a Regional Championship schedule that will be hosted at premiere tracks and facilities in the country. We are pleased that the AMA and MX Sports are able to provide an AMA Regional Championship experience that will be remembered for years to come."
This year's lineup once again includes the many National-caliber tracks that have become such an integral part of the Road to Loretta's. From the historic Unadilla Motocross track in the northeast, to the popular track of Washougal in the northwest, the tour will also return to north and south central favorites such as Spring Creek and Freestone MX.
"The Loretta Lynn's Area Qualifier and Regional Championship schedule was founded over 30 years ago with the best tracks and organizers in the country," said MX Sports Event Director Tim Cotter. "It is important that our competitors know that when they attend our events they are going to receive a quality program at a premiere facility. I feel confident that we are continuing that same tradition with the 2013 schedule."
The 2013 Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship will take place Sunday, July 28 - Saturday, August 3 at Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. For more information, visit the series website at www.mxsports.com.
To view the 2013 Area Qualifier and Regional Championship Schedule, click HERE.
About the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship
The Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship is the world's largest and most prestigious amateur motocross racing program. The national qualifying program consists of 50 Area Qualifiers (February through May) and 12 Regional Championships (June), hosted at select motocross facilities across the country. The qualifying system culminates in the National Final (first week of August) hosted annually since 1982 at the home of country music star Loretta Lynn in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. Nearly 20,000 racers attempt to qualify in 36 classes for the 1,446 available positions at the National. Christened "The World's Greatest Motocross Vacation", the National event serves as a launch pad for some of the biggest names in professional motocross and supercross, including Ricky Carmichael, James Stewart, Ryan Villopoto, and Ryan Dungey. The national program is produced by MX Sports, Inc., a West Virginia-based race production company. For more information, please visit www.mxsports.com.

 

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Courtesy of SOBMX

SOB Mini Os Report

South of the Border MX Riders Win Seven Championships at the 41^st annual Thor Winter Olympics

Alachua, Florida – November 24^th, 2012

South of the Border MX Training Complex riders won an incredible seven championships at the 2012 Thor Winter National Olympics.  SOBMX riders also scored twenty-three top five finishes and thirty-eight top tens!

 Cooper Webb led the way with six national titles in the A and A Pro Sport classes sweeping all of the 250 classes.  Webb added wins in the both 450A classes and had a second and third in the 450 A Pro Sport, all while riding a 250F.   Webb won the lion’s share of the special awards including the Pro Circuit Platinum Pipe award and the Dunlop Silver Tire award.

Matt Burkeen won his first national title in four years winning the Open 4-stroke class.  Burkeen also won the 4- stroke Olympiad and had podium finishes in 250B and 450B.  Matt added the Thor Outstanding Achievement award and the third place cup in the 250B Olympiad to his trophy case!

Brandon Hartranft was a factor in all of the Supermini classes finishing with a third, fourth and a sixth!  Christina Older had a couple of top five finishes scoring a third and a fifth in the Woman 12+ class.  Jamie Astudillo had two fourth place finishes in the Girls 9-11 while big brother Jason was seventh in 450A Pro Sport and eighth in Open 4-stroke.

 Kyler West had four top tens with a seventh, an eighth, a ninth and a tenth in the Schoolboy classes and only a second moto crash in Youth mod kept him off the podium.  Cody Gragg, Cody McCulloch, Max Tannenbaum, Maksis Vilcins and Andres Benenaula also scored top tens.  Gragg had a second place moto finish en route to a seventh and a tenth in 250 A, Vilcins carded a tenth in 250C mod and Tannenbaum rode to two first moto wins and was eighth in SX and MX in 250B stock.  McCulloch was second in two motos with a seventh overall in Open B stock and Benenaula  finished seventh and tenth in Open 4-stroke. Our youngest rider, Austin Schafer, rode his first Mini Olympics in the 50cc 4-6 class.  Chase Desselle, Jared Jennings and Jake McDonald each had some good motos but bad luck and crashes derailed their weeks.

South of the Border MX Training Complex is a full service motocross/supercross training facility located in Hamer, SC offering full and part time training opportunities for both amateurs and professionals.

www.sobmx.com

    
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Farren / PR2 Racing Riders Dominate the 41st annual Thor Winter Olympics

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Farren / PR2 Racing Riders Dominate the 41^st annual Thor Winter Olympics

Alachua, Florida – November 24^th, 2012

Farren /PR2 Racing riders scored seventeen top-five finishes on the way to five overall championships at the 2012 Thor Winter Olympics

 Hannah Hodges, Mitchell Harrison, and Matt Burkeen each piloted their Farren / PR2 Racing Suzukis to championships at the event.  Hodges won the Girls 12-15 class in both motocross and supercross!  Hannah backed up her wins with third and seventh place finishes in the Women’s classes despite racing a Supermini against full sized motorcycles.  Not to be outdone, Mitchell Harrison also topped the field in the Supermini 1 in supercoss and the Supermini 2 class in motocross to secure his first ever national titles.  Newcomer to the team, Burkeen, finished off the title run by topping the podium in the Open Four Stroke class.  Burkeen also scored podium finishes in the 250B stock and Open B mod classes as well as winning the coveted Thor Outstanding Achievement Award.

Other Farren/ PR2 riders scoring top ten finishes include Brandon Hartranft with a third and a fourth in the Supermini classes and Brad Esper with a third in Youth 12-16 stock.

 
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Announcing Team Pro Circuit 2013

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CORONA, Calif., – Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki is excited to both welcome back familiar faces and inject new blood into its legendary and championship-winning program.

Martin Davalos and Justin Hill will be the newest faces under the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki tent in 2013, and will join Blake Baggett, Darryn Durham, Tyla Rattray and Dean Wilson in the hunt for the 2013 Monster Energy AMA Supercross and Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championships.

The Champ
Fresh off helping earn bronze for Team USA at the 2012 Motocross of Nations held in Belgium, Baggett brings the momentum of the 2012 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross 250 Class Championship into the 2013 season. Baggett made history during the motocross season by holding on to the 250 class points lead for 11 consecutive rounds. He finished fourth in the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross Lites (now dubbed 250SX) East Championship and will enter his fourth season as a pro, making him an integral member of the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team.

The Joker
Darryn Durham will also be returning in 2013. The Pennsylvania native, who earned a career-first supercross win with Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki at the New Orleans round of the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross season, is excited to return with the team. Durham’s fun and outgoing personality is a great addition to the group and always brings excitement to the track.

“I’m excited to be part of the team,” said Durham. “Everyone works their butt off to win. I look forward to going racing again and trying to bring home a championship!”

The Veteran
Hailing from Ecuador, Martin Davalos is a new addition to the team, but brings with him the experience of competing in the 250 class. This may be his last year in the class, so he is focused on making this his best year to date.

“I’m pretty excited to be part of the team,” said Davalos. “This is a great opportunity for me, and probably my last chance in this class, so I have to make it count. I’m very thankful that I’ve been given the opportunity, and I’m looking forward to the start of the season.”

The Rookie
This will be Justin Hill’s very first year in the pro ranks. He is ready to move up to the big league after a successful amateur career that was molded by the legendary Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Green amateur motocross program. Hill’s goal of competing with the professionals has finally come to fruition, as he will make his pro debut in 2013 with Monster Energy/ Pro Circuit/ Kawasaki.
“I’m excited to be part of the winningest team in moto history,” said Hill. “I’m confident that I will learn a lot from everyone in my transition from amateur to professional.”

A New Dynasty
Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki is well known for its dominance in the 250 class, but 2012 marked a historical year for the team as they fielded their first 450 class rider. The team will continue its presence in the class with the return of Dean Wilson and Tyla Rattray in 2013. Wilson, the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross 250 Class Champion, and Rattray have both seen success with the team, and are excited to be part of a new chapter in Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki’s legendary program. Both will compete in the 250SX class during the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross series, and will move up to the 450 class for the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series in the hopes of starting a new tradition of dominance to complement the team’s already illustrious history.

The Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team will make its 2013 debut during the opening round of the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross Series, which will be held Saturday, January 5, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

QUICK FACTS

Rider: BLAKE BAGGETT Number: 4 Years on the Team: 3 Bike: Kawasaki KX250F Class: 250SX Hometown: Grand Terrace, California Twitter: @blakebaggett4 Instagram: @blakebaggett4 Rider: MARTIN DAVALOS Number: 40 Years on the Team: First year Bike: Kawasaki KX250F Class: 250SX Hometown: Quito, Ecuador Twitter: @MDavalos31 Instagram: @MDavalos40 Rider: DEAN WILSON Number: 15 Years on the Team: 4 Bike: Kawasaki KX250F and Kawasaki KX450F Class: 250SX, 450 MX Hometown: Born in Scotland, currently lives part-time in both California and Florida Twitter: @DeanWilson15 Instagram: @wilsonmx15 Rider: DARRYN DURHAM Number: 44 Years on the Team: 2 Bike: Kawasaki KX250F Class: 250SX Hometown: Butler, Pennsylvania Twitter: @darryndurham Instagram: @darryndurham Rider: JUSTIN HILL Number: TBA Years on the Team: First year Bike: Kawasaki KX250F Class: 250SX Hometown: Yoncalla, Oregon Twitter: @justinhill154 Instagram: @justinhill154 Rider: TYLA RATTRAY Number: 28 Years on the Team: 5 Bike: Kawasaki KX250F and Kawasaki KX450F Class: 250SX, 450 MX Hometown: Born in South Africa, currently lives in California Twitter: @tylarattray Instagram: @tylarattray

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