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N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha Race Report

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (June 24, 2013) – Round five of the Pro Motocross Championship went off this past weekend in Budds Creek, Md. with the Red Bull Budds Creek National. Once again Mother Nature was smiling on the Budds Creek facility and a picture perfect day welcomed the N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha riders. 

Phil Nicoletti and Chris Blose both qualified easily into the motos via the 13th and 27th positions. 

Moto 1 saw both Nicoletti and Blose getting off to good starts, rounding the first turn, both riders were inside of the top 20. While battling for position on first lap disaster struck, Nicoletti and Blose would go down hard. Fortunately, they both would be able to remount and begin a charge back to the front. Riding well and fighting hard for positions, Nicoletti moved up to 18th with Blose in 27th at the halfway mark. Nicoletti was continuing to make his way up through the pack in search of valuable points finishing Moto 1 in 15th. Unfortunately, Blose suffered from a mechanical because of his earlier crash but successfully finished the moto in 32nd.

Moto 2 got off to a much better start for Nicoletti as he rounded turn one in eighth. Blose would once again struggle with lap on issues and go down while fighting for positions. Again he would remount and begin a charge to the front. As the crossed flags few, marking the half way point of the race, Nicoletti was riding fantastic in sixth and Blose was looking good in 29th. When the checkered flag flew, Nicoletti would cross the line in sixth, while Blose would pick up a few more positions finishing in 23rd. Their second Moto scores secured a seasons best ninth (Nicoletti) and 30th (Blose) overall finish for the N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha riders. 

“I felt really good in qualifying today,” said Nicoletti. “Moto 1 started out well but I made a mistake and went down. For sure I was not going to give up so I just rode as hard as I could to salvage as many points as possible. Moto 2 I really wanted to get back what I gave up in Moto 1. I am pumped to get sixth and know I have the speed to be there every weekend. I can’t wait till next weekend.” 

“I am really not sure why I keep having problems on early on in the moto,” said Blose. “My plan was to get through the first few laps without incident and just make my passes so I am inside the top 20. My speed is good but and I will keep working as hard as I can during the week.” 

The Pro Motocross Championship travels to Southwick Ma. for the Moto X 338 National on Saturday, June 29th. Be sure to stop by the N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha truck to show your support and to have your picture taken with Chris Blose and Phil Nicoletti from 9:00 – 12:30 p.m. See you there! 

About N-Fab TiLUBE Yamaha Racing: 

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. TiLUBE products offer engine protection in extreme conditions, outperform the manufactures requirements, are dyno tested to offer engine protection in extreme conditions and Photo: Racer X Online outperform the manufactures requirements. 

N-Fab TiLUBE Yamaha is proudly supported by: 

N-FAB, TiLUBE, Yamaha, St. Lawrence Radiology, Perfex, Wiseco, Motion Pro, Akrapovic, Ride Engineering, Podium Ink, K&N Filters, Cycra, ProFactoryHoses.com, Vortex Ignitions, Mafia M/C, Fusion Graphics, Dunlop, Daniel Crower Racing, Enzo Racing, Tamer Motocross, ARC Levers, SDG USA, 77Five, Excel A60, Crank Works, Sunstar Sprockets & Chains, Metaltek, ODI Grips, Brembo, Dubya, Bermcannon

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Munn Racing Race Report: Budds Creek

Elm Mott, Texas: After a weekend off from racing the Munn Racing KTM team got back into the swing of things and headed to Budds Creek for the fifth round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series.

Coming into the weekend the team had some new members added to the team.  Eeli Takatalo has joined the team on a Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 450.  Eeli is from Finland and will be contesting the rest of the series with the Munn Racing KTM team.  Also, new to the team this weekend was rider Evgeny Mikhalov from Russia.  Evgeny will pilot a Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 450 for the team for the remaining rounds.  250 rider Todd krieg and Vince Friese returned this week to join the new members for some great racing at Budds Creek.

Vince Friese came out swinging in the 450 class and was able to score some points on his Munn Racing KTM placing 18^th overall on the day.  Friese is improving every week and is looking to make the top ten in the upcoming rounds.  Evgeny Mikhaylov from Russia rode great as well.  He was able to put himself in the main motos and rode great all day long.  Mikhaylov will be looking to score some points at Southwick in the ever competitive 450 class.

Heading into the next round of the series the team is looking forward to the opportunity to race at Southwick for the last year it will hold a national.  The team has a big respect for the rich history in the sands of Southwick and is eager to make a statement there for its last race.  Also returning to the team this weekend for the final round of the WMX Triple Crown Series is Sara Petterson.   Sara has been very close to getting on the podium each round and is eager to stand on top of the podium when the sand settles at Southwick.  Look for the rest of the team to show up with their game face on ready to tackle the historic track for one last time.

This is all made possible with the efforts of all of our great sponsors!  We would like to thank: EBR Performance, FMF, AGV, Dainese, Motorex, Engine Ice, Rekluse, Jett Boots, ODI, Motobox, Dunlop, EBC Brakes, Speed Graphics, ODES UTVs, SuperSprox,  Wiseco, DT1 Filters, Motoconcepts, AQUAhydrate, Motocross University, ICW, Moto Star, Ironclad, ASV, Shock Sox, KSR Wheels, Motoseat, RK/Excell , Realmotocross.com, KTMTalk.com, Foremost Insurance 1-877-444-MOST, Get Dirty MX, and Bolt Motorcycle Hardware.  Here’s to a great season and the team looks forward to having all of their fans join them!

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Brett Metcalfe Returns to AMA Racing this Weekend at Southwick

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Brett Metcalfe Returns to AMA Racing this Weekend at Southwick

TUALATIN, OR (June 25, 2013) MotoSport.com and ADR Motorsports are pleased to welcome  Brett Metcalfe back to the United States and the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship at Southwick Motocross in Southwick, MA this weekend. Metcalfe is currently leading the Monster Energy Motocross CMRC  National Motocross Championship on the Monster Energy Leading Edge Kawasaki team.   

The partnership with Metcalfe is a one round deal with ADR Motorsports, but Metcalfe may try his talents at a couple of more AMA events before the season ends. The Australian born Metcalfe lives in the United States and has a long history racing in the AMA. Historically, he’s done very well at Southwick, including an overall victory in 2011, and when he expressed interest in racing this year it made sense for ADR Motorsports to step-up since the team maintains Metcalfe’s practice bikes.

Metcalfe is having a good season in Canada. He took the overall in Round four at Castrol Raceway in Alberta on Sunday– his third straight overall. After four of nine events Metcalfe holds a comfortable lead with 191 points, 44 ahead of second place. He has two sweeps on the season. The Monster Energy Motocross CMRC Nationals break until July 14^th.

Metcalfe’s Kawasaki’s were built in the ADR shop in California which are now on their way to Massachusetts. The ADR Motorsports team which was in Alabama for an AMA Superbike event is on its way to Southwick. There are a number of sponsors on both sides of the border that conflict with Metcalfe’s personal sponsors as well as ADR Motorsports team sponsors but everyone is working together to make this happen, said David Anthony, ADR Motorsports team manager.

“As you can see it’s a big effort to make everything come together for this one event,” said Anthony. “We were more than happy to help in whatever way we could.”

Metcalfe’s personal sponsors are Metty24,  Kawasaki, Leading Edge Kawasaki Racing, Monster Energy, ADR Motorsports/Motosport.com, Thor/Parts Unlimited, FMF, Dunlop, Dubya, Cycra, Xtrig, Hinson, Mika Metals, DT1, C4MX, Graeme Brough, Works Connection, TM Designworks, Magik SC Customs, M2R helmet, 100%, Schaefer tracks, GT Bicycles, and Donjoy.

About ADR Motorsports
Aussie Dave Racing is professional motorcycle road racing team competing in the Pro AMA Super Bike Class for 2013. Dave “Aussie” Anthony is the lone member of the MotoSport.com/ADR Motorsports Racing Team. He currently sits in 8^th place in the 2013 AMA Pro National Guard SuperBike series. He has five top 10 finishes for the season.  ADR Motorsports sponsors are Motosport.com, Motul, Fly Racing, WPS, Two Brothers Racing, Rokform, Hornee Jeans, RK, Ride Engineering, Supersprox, and MX707 Designs.

About MotoSport.com

 

Bull Butcher started MotoSport.com after racing in the 1970s and 1980s and being unable to find a place with an expansive supply of parts and accessories without the hassles and limitations of a dealership.

Today, MotoSport is an industry leader focused on providing customers with parts they need, when they need them. We are one of the fastest growing retailers of power sports apparel, parts and accessories on the Internet. From the starting line to the checkered flag, MotoSport.com is dedicated to provide the best experience, anytime, anywhere. Check us out online at MotoSport.com or call 1-888-676-8853 and join the best customers in the industry.

 

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Southern Maryland Dirt Riders Announce the Winners of the SMDR Privateer Award in Memory of Kevin Crine

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Southern Maryland Dirt Riders Announce the Winners of the SMDR Privateer Award in Memory of Kevin Crine

On Saturday, June 22, 2013 at the Budds Creek National the Southern Maryland Dirt Riders club (SMDR) was proud to announce the winners of the ninth annual SMDR Privateer Award.  The winner in the 250 class was #244, Ryan Zimmer.  Ryan finished 23rd overall at Budds Creek with a 22nd place finish in the first moto and 20th in the second moto. He is currently in 28th place in the series with five points. The winner in the 450 class was #224, Heath Harrison. Heath finished 27th overall at Budds Creek with a 21st place finish in moto one and 28th in the second moto.
For the seventh consecutive year, the award was granted in the memory of Kevin Crine. SMDR president, Lenny Holland, along with Kevin’s father, John, wife, Stacy and son, Brett, presented each rider with a plaque and $2,000 on the podium during opening ceremonies. The money is donated by SMDR club members during club rides and meetings throughout the year. This year’s award brings the total amount donated by SMDR to privateers in excess of $24,000. We hope that our award has better enabled the winners to achieve their goals, in whatever way possible, and has garnered awareness and support for privateers in general. We wish Ryan, Heath, and all the privateers much success for the rest of the 2013 season and in the future. We will be cheering for all of you; so, good luck—ride fast and ride safe!

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RPM Sports Welcomes FLY RACING as Presenting Sponsor of the 2013 PONCA CITY AMA MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

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RPM Sports Welcomes FLY RACING as Presenting Sponsor of the
2013 PONCA CITY AMA MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
 
Leeds, AL – RPM Sports and Fly Racing will embark on their second season as partners in one of Amateur Motocross’s premier Championship events.  The 2013 Ponca City AMA Motocross Championships will again play host to the finest American amateur motocross talent available and FLY Racing will be involved in every phase of this historic event.
“Fly Racing wants to be more than just a banner at the track, or a logo on our awards” stated Allen McWilliams of RPM Sports, “And we are excited to collaborate with FLY on a unique partnership that benefits the event and ultimately our riders,” continued McWilliams.  “Our unique ability to promote the FLY Brand utilizing our unprecedented live streaming coverage via www.xsan.tv is something we are very excited about” stated McWilliams.
“We want to be part of progressive events that have the rider’s interest first and the 2013 Ponca City AMA Motocross Championship is just that, it’s a racers race” commented Rod Reynolds from Fly Racing.  “We have enjoyed our time as Presenting Sponsor and look to step our commitment up even more this year by offering riders a chance to win FLY Money in all classes at this year’s event,” continued Reynolds.  “This year’s event will be broadcast live on YouTube thanks to our partners at www.xsan.tv and we couldn’t be happier to showcase the best in motocross at such prestigious event” explained RPM Sports McWilliams.

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Chaplin Kawasaki Announced as Title Sponsor of Final Southwick National

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SOUTHWICK, Mass. (June 17, 2013) – It was announced today that Moto-X 338, host of the sixth round of the 2013 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, has signed Chaplin Kawasaki to serve as title sponsor of the 35^th annual Moto-X 338 National scheduled for Saturday, June 29^th, in Southwick. Additionally, Crotty & Sons Body Works will serve as the event’s presenting sponsor.
Southwick has hosted a round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship since 1976, making it the fourth-longest running event in American Motocross. Just a few weeks ago, it was announced that this season’s race at Moto-X 338 would be the final one at the iconic facility. As the only sand track in the championship, Southwick has established an unmatched legacy in the sport of motocross and will forever be remembered as one of the greatest track in the history of the sport. The Moto-X 338 National has not been hosted in the month of June since the 2007 season.
“We are very excited to welcome the support of Chaplin Kawasaki for our final event at Southwick,” said track president Diane Peebles Pittello. “They have always made their presence felt at our events and its only fitting that they receive top billing as we close out three decades of racing at Moto-X 338.”
Kenny Ives Jr., owner of the Connecticut-based Chaplin Kawasaki dealership, has spent his entire life around motorcycles thanks to his father, Kenny Ives Sr. Ives Jr. began racing motorcycles competitively in 1979 and after a stellar career that included many championships and race wins in several disciplines, he retired from racing in the late 1980’s. Since opening Chaplin Kawasaki, Ives Jr. has become one of the top-selling Kawasaki dealers in New England and has gained even more notoriety thanks to his sponsorship of local legend and record-setting pro motocross racer John Dowd.
“Since this will be the final year of the Moto-X 338 National, I figured the best way for me to show how much that track and this sport means to me is to give the event all the support I can,” said Ives Jr. “When you think of motocross in New England you think of Southwick and we want to do everything we can to make sure this year’s event is bigger than its ever been in over 30 years.”
Crotty & Sons Body Works, located in Charlestown, R.I., is one of the premier auto body shops on the Rhode Island coast.
The Chaplin Kawasaki Moto-X 338 National, presented by Crotty & Sons Body works, will be an action-packed day of racing at one of the most legendary and challenging tracks in the world, showcasing the fastest riders on the planet. Moto-X 338’s ever-changing sand racing surface forces competitors to constantly be in search of new lines, resulting in some of the most captivating action of the championship.
Racing for the 2013 Chaplin Kawasaki Moto-X 338 National begins at 1 p.m. EST on Saturday, June 29^th, with competition in both the 250 Class and 450 Class, in addition to the third and final round of the Women’s Motocross Triple Crown.
Additional information about Moto-X 338 can be found at motocross338.org. Also “like” the Moto-X 338 Facebook page and follow @Southwicked on Twitter.
For media information about the Chaplin Kawasaki Moto-X 338 National, please contact Media Relations Manager Brandon Short via email at Brandon@nextlevelsportsinc.com.

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Motorcycle Superstore & Bell Helmets Offer Rider Support Program for Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s

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Motorcycle Superstore  & Bell Helmets Offer Rider Support Program for
Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s

MEDFORD, Ore. - Motorcycle-Superstore.com will once again post more than $60,000 in contingency awards for qualified racers participating in the Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship, which will be held July 28-Aug. 3 at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. To participate, racers must wear a Motorcycle Superstore/Bell Moto 9 helmet, available now through the Motorcycle Superstore Rider Support application program.
“If you have qualified to race this year’s Loretta Lynn’s Amateur National, now is the time to send in your application,” explained Tim Clark, Director Sports Marketing for Motorcycle Superstore.
Interested applicants can apply online by clicking here.
The following directives must be followed:

• Rider must be accepted to compete in this year's Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn's Ranch.
• Rider selection is based solely on the discretion of Motorcycle Superstore. Not every applicant will be accepted.
• Rider must wear the official Motorcycle Superstore/Bell Moto 9 helmet to qualify for contingency payment.
• Rider will need to purchase the helmet at the discounted rate.
• Additional sponsor stickers cannot cover the Bell or Motorcycle-Superstore.com logos on the helmet.
• Accepted riders will be contacted by phone and payment will be collected through Visa, MasterCard, or personal check.
• Contingency will be available to every class except 51cc Stock Limited, 51cc Shaft Drive, 51cc AMA Stock 1, and 51cc Stock 2.
• Contingency will be paid in the form of Motorcycle Superstore gift certificates with the following payout schedule: first place, $500; second place, $400; third place, $300; fourth place, $250; fifth place, $200; sixth place, $150; seventh place, $100; eighth place, $100; and ninth and 10th place, $50.
• Riders under 18 years of age will need a parent or legal guardian's approval.
• Deadline to receive applications is July 5. Selected riders will be notified by July 9. Helmets will begin shipping July 10.

For more information, email tim.clark@motorcycle-superstore.com.
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Munn Racing High Point Report

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Elm Mott, Texas:  This weekend the Munn Racing KTM headed to High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania for the fourth round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series.
Although Mother Nature tried to saturate the track with heavy amounts of rain throughout the week the track workers did a great job and got the track in good condition for Saturday’s race.  The practices were muddy but the Munn Racing team and mechanics were able to keep the riders in a positive light coming into Saturday’s motos.  Vince Friese made his way through the muddy practice and was able to qualify 16th in practice in the 450 premier class.  Friese fought hard in both 450 motos and was able to score a 15th place finish overall on the day.

In the 250 class, Lance Vincent, Todd Krieg, Ozzy Barbaree, and Alex Nagy showed up ready to give it their best in the ever competitive  small bike class.  Todd Krieg and Lance Vincent fought their way through the mud and put their Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance machines in the main motos.

In the WMX class Sara Petterson rode strong all day long.  Sara has been working very hard between rounds to prepare for the second round of the WMX Triple Crown Series.  Sara qualified fourth in timed qualifying.  Both motos Sara put on an exciting race against the fastest WMX riders in the world and she was able to come home with a fourth overall.  Sara will be heading to Blue Diamond Raceway with the Munn Racing KTM semi to race this weekend.  We would like to extend a thank you to Blue Diamond Raceway for the invitation and giving our rig a home for the off weekend.  Look for Sara at the final round of the WMX Triple Crown Series at Southwick.   Follow the team all season long on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for all of the behind the scenes action.

See all of you at Budds Creek on June 22nd!

This is all made possible with the efforts of all of our great sponsors!  We would like to thank: EBR Performance, FMF, AGV, Dainese, Motorex, Engine Ice, Rekluse, Jett Boots, ODI, Motobox, Dunlop, EBC Brakes, Speed Graphics, ODES UTVs, SuperSprox,  Wiseco, DT1 Filters, Motoconcepts, AQUAhydrate, Motocross University, ICW, Moto Star, Ironclad, ASV, Shock Sox, KSR Wheels, Motoseat, RK/Excell , Realmotocross.com, KTMTalk.com, Foremost Insurance 1-877-444-MOST, Get Dirty MX, and Bolt Motorcycle Hardware.  Here’s to a great season and the team looks forward to having all of their fans join them!

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MX Rewind comes to Unadilla

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New Berlin, NY)- Returning for just the second time, MX Rewind at Unadilla MX in New Berlin, NY kicks off this weekend, June 14-16, 2013 for three days of off road fun. And most importantly, if you have not yet committed to attend, there is still time to make last minute plans.
All the popular historical classes, events and features of the inaugural MX Rewind are returning -including AHRMA vintage and post vintage cross-country and motocross racing, a long list of Unadilla legends, a bigger and better swap meet, a very cool bike show, as well as meet and greets, bench racing, and plenty of nightly entertainment.
Bikes as new as 1997 are eligible to race on the famed Unadilla Pro Track. Check the rules on our website for more details - but the cutoff date for racing is 1997, so all motorcycles built and sold as of the 1997 model year (and prior) are potentially eligible for competition. You don't have to have a pristine vintage bike to become part of the racing action. There are a lot of older bikes out there for sale that will allow you to become part of the racing action as well!
Over fifteen former racing greats will be making their way to Unadilla and will be at MX Rewind starting on Friday afternoon. Recent additions to the legends roster include Barry Higgins, and Jack and John Penton, who will both be involved in the cross-country awards ceremony at the end of Friday's racing.
And for those who just want to step back in time and remember the Good 'Ole Days, a full weekend of on and off the track activities await. Spectator camping is available or racers and fans can choose from a number of chain hotels in the area.
For more information about MX Rewind 2013 on June 14-16, visit www.mxrewind.com or call 607/965-8450.

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Bel-Ray Racers Sipes and Anderson Score Top 10 Overalls at Mt Morris

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Bel-Ray Racers Sipes and Anderson Score Top 10 Overalls at Mt Morris

Teammate Wharton inside the Top 15

FARMINGDALE, N.J. (June 10, 2013) ―Round 4 of the 2013 National Motocross series came to Mt Morris, Pennsylvania for this weekend’s Geico High Point National. This weekend marked the 37th annual National Motocross event at the picturesque High Point facility.  Beautiful weather and a strong crowd greeted the Bel-Ray racers in attendance for both the 250MX and 450MX championship classes. Rockstar Energy Racing’s Jason Anderson and Ryan Sipes led the charge with top 10 overalls in their respective classes.

Since moving up to the 450 class for the outdoors, Bel-Ray backed Ryan Sipes has scored 5 top 10 moto finishes and two top ten overall. He rebound from a difficult event in Tennessee to earn 6-6 moto scores and a 7th place overall finish. Sipes is currently 8th place in the series standings.

“I felt like it was a solid weekend," said Sipes following the event. "I’m proud of my finishes. I felt like I got decent starts, at least close to the top ten and just worked my way up. I would have liked to have gotten 5th in the first moto but I had a little tip over. I’m happy to rebound and get a decent finish because I had a bad two weeks In Colorado and Tennessee.”

Also in 450MX class racing, Bel-Ray privateers Derek Anderson and Ronnie Stewart scored respectable finishes at Mt Morris.  Anderson’s 24-21 moto finishes netted him a 25th overall while Stewart’s 38-32 finishes were good enough for 37th overall. Both racers will use the one week break in the series to regroup for Budd’s Creek in Maryland on June 22nd.

In 250MX racing action, Bel-Ray supported Rockstar Energy Racing’s Jason Anderson continues to show he is one of the top racers in the class. His 12-7 moto finishes were good enough for 10th overall. Teammate Blake Wharton has been making improvements each weekend. His first moto 35th place finish was an unfortunate glitch that he improved upon in moto 2 with a 12th place finish for a 15th place overall finish. Anderson is currently 6th in the standings while Wharton is 14th in the standings.

Anderson spoke about the weekend following the second moto. "High Point was alright. I was battling up near the front basically the whole time. I just gotta figure things out, head into the break, enjoy it a little and go to Budds Creek and see how it goes.”

Wharton was disappointed with his weekend and spoke about it, “ I didn’t have a great weekend to say the least. I struggled a little bit with my starts but I was close. I just couldn’t get around that turn one or two spots better. It was like you just missed a good start because of those spots. I just rode average really. This next weekend is off then we’re heading into Budds Creek. Just gonna keep riding and trying to improve."

Other Bel-Ray racers in the 250MX class were New Jersey privateer Dakota Kessler and Pennsylvania privateer Steve Roman. Kessler’s 28-26 motos were good for 29th overall while Roman’s 39-31 finishes earned him a 38th overall.

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The series continues will take a one week break before resuming on June 22nd at Budd’s Creek in Mechanicsville, Maryland.

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Bel-Ray Racers Anderson and Wharton Score Top 10 Overalls at Muddy Creek

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Bel-Ray Racers Anderson and Wharton Score Top 10 Overalls at Muddy Creek

 FARMINGDALE, N.J. (June 3, 2013) ― Beautiful weather and a record-setting crowd greeted the Bel-Ray racers at the third round of the 2013 AMA Pro Motocross Championship series held in Blountville, Tennessee, on Saturday afternoon. The event marked the first time in 15 years a national outdoor series event has been held in the Southeast. Bel-Ray racers scored mixed results, with two racers finishing in the top 10 in their respective classes.

In 450MX racing action, Rockstar Energy Racing’s Ryan Sipes put his Bel-Ray-powered machine inside the top 10 in the first moto but struggled with crashes in moto number 2. He was collected in a first-turn crash and struggled to find his groove in the moto. He would go down several more times but was still able to manage a 21st-place finish in the moto and 15th overall.

Also in 450MX-class racing, Bel-Ray privateers Derek Anderson and Ronnie Stewart struggled with the track and competition. Anderson’s 21st-place first moto was backed up with a 37th-place second moto after stitches from a cut Anderson suffered at the Lakewood, Colorado round reopened and he was forced to retire. Stewart, finally back east and close to his home after traveling the Supercross series on the West Coast for the last several months, had consistent 27-32 moto scores that netted him 31st overall—a position that is sure to improve as the series progresses.

In 250MX racing action, Bel-Ray-supported Rockstar Energy Racing teammates Jason Anderson and Blake Wharton earned top-10 overall finishes with Anderson’s 7-7 motos, which were good enough for sixth, while Wharton’s 11-9 finishes earned him a ninth-place finish overall. “The weekend was all right,” said Anderson. “I ended up 7-7 on the day, which isn’t bad. I struggled a little bit again with some situations. All in all, it’s a step in the right direction. I got sixth overall, so I matched my second-best finish ever outdoors.” Wharton was also content with his afternoon’s results as he spoke about them following the second moto. “[In] my first moto, I got 11th; second moto, I got ninth. It was a decent weekend for me, just putting in more time. I just have to keep pushing and not rest, no matter what. I’m looking forward to finishing farther toward the front. High Point will be similar to this, I feel. I’m looking forward to next weekend.”

The third racer in the 250MX class for Rockstar Energy Racing is Nico Izzi. He was forced to sit out the entire Supercross series due to injury but has been making strides each week toward his return. He was running inside the top 10 during the first moto, when just four laps from the end his bike began to lose power. A damaged radiator was the culprit and despite losing all of the coolant, the Bel-Ray-protected motor continued to run until just one lap from the end when the motor finally failed, causing Izzi to crash. He was too beat up to make the second moto but will race this weekend in Pennsylvania. “We came into the first moto and I didn’t have the best start, probably around 12th,” said Izzi after the motos. “I made a couple passes and was battling with [Cole] Seely for ninth. Then, with four laps t o go, my bike was losing a lot of power and I rode it until it died and I went over the bars. I’m going to be back to lay the hammer down at High Point. I love that place.”

Another rider making his return from injury was Bel-Ray privateer Dakota Kessler. The New Jersey native was injured at the Dallas Supercross in February and came to Tennessee looking to score points in his return. His 35-32 motos were out of the points-paying positions, but look for the #449 Honda to score some good results as the series continues.

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The series continues its trek east this week with the High Point National in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania.

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