Gate drops on 20 years of Cobra Moto @ Loretta’s

Courtesy of Cobra

The American-made dirt bikes, which debuted on Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in 1994, are set to stand tall against the rest of the field in the 50 & 65cc classes

HILLSDALE, Mich., (July 29, 2013) – The Super Bowl of amateur motocross racing kicks off today in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., and the world’s premier competition mini bikes - built right here in the United States by Michigan-based Cobra Moto - will take center stage in this the company’s 20^th anniversary of racing the great Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL at famed country singer Loretta Lynn’s Ranch.

As always, Cobra Moto’s loaded-for-bear at Loretta’s, this week featuring another all-star lineup like past ones that have delivered to Cobra more 50cc class championships through the past 20 years than any other mini cycle brand, as well as – by far – any American-made motorcycle company.

“Loretta’s is what we work for at Cobra … why we catch a couple hours sleep slumped over at a desk in our design room, living with perpetually sore backs and bloodied knuckles, all in the name of designing and building the best competition mini cycles possible for these kids,” said Sean Hilbert, President of Cobra Moto. “Loretta’s is our Super Bowl, our Daytona 500 and World Series – all wrapped into one week of the best amateur motocross racing you’ll find in the world.”

Last year at Loretta’s Utah’s Pierce Brown – aboard the Cobra Moto CX65 – made history when he won the first-ever 65cc class amateur national motocross title on an American-made dirt bike. Brown was joined in the exclusive Loretta’s champion circle by Cobra 50cc racers Ryder Di Francesco (California) and Jayden Taylor (Michigan), giving Cobra Moto three major championships in 2012.

2013 Cobra Moto Loretta’s preview

50cc

Returning to lead Cobra Moto and with two more shots at championships in the 7-8 50cc class is Di Francesco. One of the heralded “Bakersfield Boyz,” Di Francesco will have to deal with a red-hot Cobra Moto factory stable mate in Jett Reynolds, who flat out dominated both the Vegas Mini GPs and Ponca City (Okla.) this year, sweeping the Stock & Mod classes at the GPs and winning an unheard of 16 of 18 motos – in one day – on his Cobra King 50 & CX65 at Ponca!

The ever-consistent Reed Cooper (New York) joins Di Francesco and Reynolds as a favorite to podium at Loretta’s in the 7-8 class, along with Californian’s Brock Bennett and Tyler Blankenship, Florida’s Evan Ferry (son of MX great Tim Ferry) and Missouri’s Brock Lassiter.

Cobra Moto’s 50JR is expected to again run the table in the 4-6 50cc class with what Hilbert called the “One of the deepest fields in recent years.” Leading Cobra into battle on the little bikes will be California’s Haiden Deegan, son of MX/FMX great Brian Deegan, and Jordan Torres, Arizona’s Noah Gordon, Tennessee’s Casey Cochran, Texas’ Codee Samples (who won the 50cc Stock Limited class last year at Loretta’s) and Tommy LeClere and Michigan’s Cole Kish.

65cc

Cobra Moto’s picking up right where it left off in 2012 with, and it bears repeating, the first-ever 65cc Loretta’s MX championship won on an American-made bike. Top Cobra names from the 50cc 7-8 class contesting the 65cc 7-9 class include; Reynolds, Lassiter, Bennett and Cooper along with super-seven-year-old Evan Slosser (Washington), Iowa’s Gage Steburg, Colorado’s Cade Britt and New York’s Hunter Layton.

Cobra Moto Flashback … With good starts and relentless pursuit of the racers in front of him, Brown didn’t just win the 65 7-9 Stock class in 2012 – he ruled it.

Leading the first moto by nearly 30 seconds at the end of the race sent home a message – one that even a fall (and subsequent 15-second margin-of-victory over 2^nd place) would back up. Two more motos with roughly nine-second victories later and Brown and the Cobra CX65 had swept the class with a 1^st/1^st/1^st effort for Cobra’s first-ever 65cc class overall win at Loretta’s.

So can Jett Reynolds duplicate Pierce Brown’s effort from 2012? Stay tuned as action gets underway tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. (CST) at Loretta’s in the 65cc 7-9 class!

Cobra Moto Press Intro

What: Debut of the King 50 and CX65 limited edition 20^th anniversary bikes

When: Tuesday, July 30

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: Cobra Moto rig @ Loretta’s

Note: The 20^th anniversary King pays tribute to Davi Millsaps – Cobra Moto’s first ‘Cobra Kid’ to graduate into the pro ranks.

For more information on Cobra kids competing in the 2013 Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL, at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., link to: www.mxsports.com

Cobra photos courtesy of Lissa Marsolek (Cooper) & Mark Pearson (Di Francesco)

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.

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Bel-Ray Racer Jason Anderson Scores First Podium of National Motocross Career

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Bel-Ray Racer Jason Anderson Scores First Podium of National Motocross Career

FARMINGDALE, N.J. (July 29, 2013) ― Round 9 of the 2013 AMA National Motocross Championship series came to scenic Spring Creek Motocross Park in Southeastern Minnesota on Saturday afternoon. Cool temperatures and overcast skies kept the track in excellent condition all day long, and the Bel-Ray racers in attendance rewarded the fans with excellent racing.

In 2013, Bel-Ray racer Jason Anderson of the Rockstar Energy Racing Team has experienced the best professional season of his young career. A Supercross main event victory in Salt Lake City in April gave him the confidence he needed to succeed coming into the outdoor series. Throughout the outdoor series, Anderson has shown improvement and this weekend at Millville, he was rewarded for his efforts with the first outdoor podium of his career. He gated well in moto one and continued to keep with the top riders in the class, eventually finishing in third place. His second moto start was not as good as the first moto, but he persevered for a fifth-place second moto finish. Based on his moto results, he earned a podium finish in third overall.

Anderson was extremely happy when he spoke about his day following the event. “Millville ended on a good note with my very first outdoor podium,” he said. “My start wasn’t very good in the second moto, but I made it work. It was sick and I felt like I was ripping!”

Joining Anderson in the 250MX class was Bel-Ray teammate and New Jersey privateer Dakota Kessler. Kessler’s father Mickey was one of the first racers sponsored by Bel-Ray in the beginning of the company, and now Dakota continues in his father’s footsteps in search of racing success. His 27-22 moto scores were good for 26th overall at Millville.

In 450MX class racing, Bel-Ray racers scored mixed results, with privateer Derek Anderson leading the way. Anderson, the star of the Man Vs Moto YouTube program that chronicles his national series, came back from a 38th place first moto to score 24th in the second moto for 27th overall. Fellow privateer Ronnie Stewart qualified into the afternoon program by winning the last-chance qualifier and finished 23-34 for 36th overall.

Bel-Ray-powered Rockstar Energy Racing’s Ryan Sipes began the event well with fifth place in timed qualifying. He started well in the first moto and was inside the top 10 in seventh place when disaster struck. A high-speed swap threw him to the ground, breaking his helmet and neck brace in the process. He was too injured to complete the first moto and did not line up for moto two.

 “Millville was a little rough. I felt really good in practice and really good in the first moto until I crashed,” Sipes said. “I swapped in the whoops and ended up landing on the back of my neck. I broke my helmet and my neck brace, a couple ribs and I think my hand. It was a tough one and I’m in a lot of pain, but what is pleasure without pain?” Sipes will meet with a doctor on Monday to determine the extent of his injuries.

The series will take a one-week break before resuming at Unadilla Valley Sports Center in New Berlin, N.Y. on August 10.

To learn more about Bel-Ray specialty powersports lubricants, visit www.belray.com/powersports or call (732) 938-2421.

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Fly OPens 2014 Race Support Program

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Open enrollment for FLY Racing 2014 sponsorship begins Thursday, August 1st and runs through November 15th. During this period, FLY will accept rider sponsorship applications for U.S. based riders for the following sports:

• Professional Motocross
• Amateur Motocross
• Pro and Amateur Offroad
• ATV Motocross and Offroad

Acceptance Period: August 1st–November 15th.
To be considered for FLY Racing sponsorship, please send a resume, with a cover letter and photo(s), to one of the following:

Via Mail:
Fly Racing
Attention: 2014 Sponsorship
601 East Gowen Rd.
Boise, Idaho 83716
 Via Email:
Send to raceadmin@flyracing.com  Subject Line: 2014 Sponsorship
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N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha Motocross Round 9 Race Report

Courtesy of N-Fab

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (July 30, 2013) –This past weekend the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship made its lone visit to Minnesota for the ninth round of the season. Millville's Spring Creek MX Park presented cooler temperatures than usual but the Red Bull Spring Creek National produced plenty of exciting racing action for the 31^st annual event, and team N-Fab/TiLUBE/Yamaha was right in the thick of it.
Phil Nicoletti would be the sole team rider in Millville while teammate, Chris Blose, was back in California preparing for the upcoming X Games, taking place in Los Angeles this Thursday – Sunday. Nicoletti got the weekend started on the right foot qualifying easily into the motos via the 19^th fastest time.
Nicoletti would rocket out of the gate for Moto 1 rounding the first turn inside the top five. Exiting the first turn disaster would strike as two other motorcycles would slam into the side of Nicoletti taking him down. Fortunately, he was not injured and was able to remount. After making a pit stop to align the front end of his YZ450 he would reenter the race almost a whole lap behind the pack. As the race passed the halfway mark, Nicoletti was riding well but struggling to make his way through the pack. Focusing on not making any mistakes and saving some energy for Moto 2, Nicoletti would make his way up to 32^nd by the checkered flag.
Moto 2 would get off to a much better start for Nicoletti as he battled just outside of the top 10. At the halfway point of the Moto, Nicoletti continued to put in consistent laps as he worked to crack the top 10. In the closing laps, Nicoletti went back and forth with a handful of other riders before ultimately crossing the line with a hard earned 11^th place. With a very hard crash in Moto 1, Nicoletti’s grit and determination earned him a very respectable 17^th place overall.
“I got hit so hard on the start in Moto 1 I thought my leg was broken,” said Nicoletti. “My leg got caught in the rear wheel of another rider and I was lucky to get it out. My bike was bad but we made a pit stop so I could finish the moto. Moto 2 was much better even though my leg was so sore I had a hard time walking. My start was solid and I just rode a hard as I could. I had some good battles and am happy to have been so close to the top 10. Lucky for me we have a week off so I will have time to recover from this weekend. I plan on going to Loretta Lynn’s ranch for the Amateur National this week to watch and cheer on some of my friends.”
The Pro Motocross Championship will take a weekend off for the Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s ranch. TheLucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship returns on August 10^th for the Built Ford Tough Unadilla National in New Berlin, New York. 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 a.m. – 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 high performance engine protection in extreme conditions, are dyno tested to offer engine protection and 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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JGRMX and Pirelli Trackside at Loretta Lynn’s

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JGRMX and Pirelli Trackside at Loretta Lynn’s

All Qualified Racers Are Eligible for Rider Support

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (July 25, 2013) – JGRMX and Pirelli, a global leader in performance tires laying claim to 58 FIM Grand Prix World Motocross titles and the official tire of the Toyota/Yamaha/JGRMX professional racing team will be trackside during the 2013 Red Bull AMA National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. from July 28 – Aug. 3.
Because the event hosts the nation’s elite riders, any rider who has qualified is automatically eligible for JGRMX/Pirelli Rider Support Program.  As a member of the JGRMX rider support program riders will receive preferred pricing on Pirelli Scorpion MX tires. In addition to preferred pricing JGRMX will offer performance advice to all riders that are members of the JGRMX Pirelli Rider Support Program.  Members can purchase tires at the track, and will be provided access to convenient online ordering year round.
In addition, JGRMX engine and suspension technicians will be on hand to support sponsored riders Jon Jon Ames, Tyler McSwain, Alvez Ramyler, Jayce Pennington and Mackenzie Tricker.  Racers interested in learning more about JGRMX’s custom engine and suspension services are encouraged to stop by the support area.
Riders not attending the Red Bull AMA National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn Ranch can apply for membership in the JGRMX Pirelli Rider Support Program.  Please send a resume or rider overview profile including skill level, age, motorcycles owned, and recent accomplishments and/or future goals to Gino Aponte at ridersupport@jgrmx.com, or apply online at www.jgrmxsupport.com.
Please call 877-90-JGRMX or email ridersupport@jgrmx.com with questions.
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Boyesen Announced as KTM OEM Intake Supplier

Courtesy of KTM

New for 2014, KTM Sportmotorcycle AG has selected Boyesen as an OEM intake supplier for key motocross and off-road motorcycles within their performance lineup. Boyesen has been selected as a strategic intake supplier to KTM for fitment on its line of motocross models, the 125 SX, 150 SX, and 250 SX; as well as its off-road models, including the 150 XC, 250 XC, and 300 XC; as well as the XC-W models: 200 XC-W, 250 XC-W, 300 XC-W. Boyesen is proud that KTM has entered into this new working relationship with us and we are confident that our potent intake products will complement KTM’s performance expectation right off the showroom floor and bring even greater satisfaction to riders throughout the world.

The new business partnership between KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG and Boyesen Engineering is based on the continual research and development required to manufacture advanced make/model/year specific performance solutions for the ever-evolving 2-stroke offroad segment. KTM has selected Boyesen as their OEM supply partner due to the Boyesen legacy of race-proven, air-intake research and development testing in an ongoing effort to achieve higher peak horsepower gains and has worked hand-in-hand to develop the current performance intake system for 2014.

“Boyesen relies on research and development partnerships, similar to what we are now activating with KTM, to contribute to the ongoing refinement of our product design process. At the same time, we feel privileged to help advance the winning potential of some of KTM’s new exciting two-stroke models. We are pleased to be selected as their OEM intake supplier and look forward to creating deeper partnership relations reaching beyond 2014,” said president of Boyesen, Dag Boyesen. Furthermore Dag states, “The racing heritage and hi-end intake performance experience of Boyesen, coupled with the impressive technological superiority of KTM’s current MX, and Offroad 2-stroke products will surely have the industry taking notice, and as a result will continually position Boyesen products as the superior choice for 2-stroke performance for years to come ”.

2014 KTM BOYESEN PERFORMANCE REED SYSTEM:

The OEM KTM Boyesen performance Reed System has been designed to increase throttle response and acceleration, while also broadening peak RPM horsepower output, all while having been life tested to out-perform previous systems in the area of reed petal durability. Smooth. Sharp. Smart. The result: Full Spectrum horsepower and lightning – fast response for 2014 KTM owners.

FEATURING RC2 Ultra-Flow Technology

For the past year Boyesen and KTM’s combined R&D approach to intake system performance has yielded an innovative solution to intake system design; starting with the needs of KTM’s riders and ending with the perfect intake solution for each intended MX and Offroad application. Based on KTM’s design specifications and performance parameters, Boyesen selected the best carbon reed material, and worked to precisely specify final reed tensions to maximize airflow and air velocity, the two most prominent ingredients of 2-stroke intake performance. Together, KTM and Boyesen performance intake innovations are creating a new technological benchmark in MX and Offroad intake performance. These innovations will set the stage for the future of 2-stroke performance air intake for years to come.

BOYESEN PERFORMANCE REEDS INNOVATIONS

T2 EPOXY

FUEL RESISTANT REEDS

The most durable materials. The most lifespan.

Boyesen’s new Performance Reed systems feature category-leading toughening additives to increase reed petal lifespan by resisting breakdown from damaging agents found in fuel. This is done to ensure a long-lasting seal between the petals and the intake tract time and time again, which results in more consistent horsepower for longer periods of time between general intake reed maintenance.

X-Cross Carbon Matrix

SPECIFIC CARBON LAYUP

The best carbon material. The most intelligent performance carbon weave.

Boyesen’s XCROSS carbon matrix woven reeds feature aerospace carbon material interwoven into tension combinations that maximize power delivery and deliver superior off-idle throttle response. Boyesen engineers specifically tune the carbon matrix tension using a proprietary weave formula that is tested and optimized to give the best response and the most usable power delivery for KTM owners world-wide.
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Nuclear Cowboyz® Storms into 2014 for 14-City Tour

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Nuclear Cowboyz^® Storms into 2014 for 14-City Tour

Fifth Anniversary to Feature Eight New Tour Cities, Multi-Time X Games Medalists, Stunts by Shaolin Kung Fu Warriors and a New Storyline

AURORA, Ill (July 17, 2013) – Feld Motor Sports^® announced today the 2014 Nuclear Cowboyz^® freestyle motocross (FMX) tour schedule. The highly anticipated 14-city tour, which marks the show’s fifth anniversary, will visit eight new markets and kicks off for the first time ever from Lexington’s Rupp Arena on Saturday, January 4. Tickets will be available to the general public on Friday, July 26. Tickets for members part of Cross Club will be available starting Monday, July 22 through Thursday, July 25. For more information and to become a Cross Club member for free, click here.
The 2014 Nuclear Cowboyz FMX tour is the most explosive choreographed arena-based production in the world. The show features a storyline conveyed through more than 1000 gravity-defying freestyle tricks performed by the globe’s most dominant freestyle athletes. The action-packed show is complete with stunning laser effects, the largest indoor pyrotechnics show and an infectious soundtrack comprised of heavy metal, electronic dubstep and alternative hip hop.
Adding to the action, the show features the critically-acclaimed Shaolin Kung Fu Warriors defying their limits of courage through heart-wrenching martial arts performances with swift movements, extreme force and fierce concentration that test the sheer strength and agility of their bodies. These warriors will usetheir own bodies to bend metal rods, break objects in precise strikes and be lifted in the air on the points of handheld spears.
“We are taking Nuclear Cowboyz to a whole new level in 2014 for the tour’s fifth anniversary,” said Juliette Feld, producer and executive vice president, Feld Entertainment. “For the first time ever, the show will feature incredible acts of athleticism and bravery from the Shaolin Kung Fu Warriors alongside an award-winning cast of world’s most decorated freestyle athletes defying the laws of physics. Together, they are taking what’s humanly possible to the limit.”
Following a four-year hiatus, Nuclear Cowboyz welcomes back freestyle pioneer Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg, a 10-time X Games medalist currently leading the ranks in the 2013 X Games Best Whip contest. Stenberg will be joined by Mike Mason, who has seven X Games medals, including two golds from 2013 Moto X Speed & Style competitions, four-time medalist Taka Higashino, who recently won X Games Moto X Freestyle, four-time X Games medalist Ronnie Faisst, eight-time X Games Step Up medalist Matt Buyten and Winter X Games gold medalist Colten Moore. These athletes will be riding alongside freestyle heavyweights Derek Garland, Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Nick Dunne, Brody Wilson, Marco Picado and more in an action-infused freestyle performance of pure danger and raw combat.
"I’m looking forward to returning to Nuclear Cowboyz in 2014 and teaming up with freestyle motocross' top athletes for this action-packed show," said Stenberg. "It's been a few years, and I've added several X Games gold medals since, so I'm really amped to throw down my trick arsenal in front of packed arenas."
Nuclear Cowboyz 2014 returns with support from a creative team including:

• ·         Scotty Nguyen (Director and Choreographer) – Returns as director and choreographer for Nuclear Cowboyz 2014. A seasoned choreographer for Feld Entertainment productions, Nguyen’s performance credits include working with Michael Jackson and the Spice Girls Reunion tour, as well as choreographing for TV and film such as FOX’s The X Factor and MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew.

• ·         Ben Joseph (Writer) – Has written more than 200 scripts for television animations and was awarded a Daytime Emmy for his work writing on Disney’s children’s animated TV series Rolie Polie Olie. The 2014 Nuclear Cowboyz tour marks Joseph’s first year as a writer for the show.

• ·         Micky Dymond (Stunt Choreographer) – Dymond, a two-time AMA Motocross National Champion, returns to Nuclear Cowboyz for his fifth year bringing along his extensive racing and stunt knowledge to oversee the world’s greatest freestyle motocross riders.

• ·         Jesse Blevins (Lighting Designer) – Has overseen spectacular lighting scenery for a wide range of performers and performances, such as the Backstreet Boys: Live from O2 Arena, No Doubt Tour with lead singer Gwen Stefani, Dancing with the Stars tours and Feld Entertainment’s Disney On Ice shows. Blevins has worked with each Nuclear Cowboyz tour since its inception.   

• ·         Rick Papineau (Scenic Designer) – Papineau serves as Vice President of Scenic Elements for Feld Entertainment. Papineau is responsible for creating props, scenic elements and special effects for Feld Entertainment’s touring shows Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey^®, Disney On Ice andNuclear Cowboyz.

• ·         Dawna Oak (Costume Designer) – Brings experience in managing the exotic costumes for the thousands of performers from several of Feld Entertainment’s productions, which include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney On Ice and Nuclear Cowboyz.

The Nuclear Cowboyz 2014 freestyle motocross tour will travel to the following North American cities:

Nuclear Cowboyz 2014 Tour Schedule

January 4-5                               Rupp Arena                                           Lexington, Ken.
January 11-12                            Scottrade Center                                   St. Louis
January 18-19                            XL Center                                              Hartford, Conn.
January 24-25                            Van Andel Arena                                   Grand Rapids, Mich.
January 31-February 1               Dunkin Donuts Center                            Providence, R.I.
February 8                                Lucas Oil Stadium                                 Indianapolis
February 21-23                          Tampa Bay Times Forum                       Tampa, Fla.
March 1-2                                  IZOD Center                                          East Rutherford, N.J.
March 8-9                                  Amway Center                                       Orlando, Fla.
March 15                                   New Orleans Arena                                New Orleans
March 29-30                              SAP Center                                           San Jose, Calif.
April 5-6                                    Tacoma Dome                                      Tacoma, Wash.
April 12-13                                Reliant Stadium                                     Houston
April 26-27                                The Arena at Gwinnett Center                 Duluth, Ga.
          
Experience Nuclear Cowboyz with a VIP Fallout Zone ticket. A very limited number of tickets are set aside for the BIGGEST Nuclear Cowboyz fans. Each VIP Fallout Zone ticket includes: Premium seating and admission to a private meet-and-greet with the stars of Nuclear Cowboyz 2014 where fans will be presented with a commemorative VIP Fallout Zone credential and poster. Only VIP Fallout Zone ticket holders will be able to take part in the meet-and-greet. It's the ultimate VIP experience. Don't wait as these seats are extremely limited and will go fast.

Information regarding tickets for the Nuclear Cowboyz 2014 tour can be found by visiting www.NuclearCowboyz.com.

For more information on the Nuclear Cowboyz tour, please log on to www.NuclearCowboyz.com. For all media requests, please contact Brian Rog atbrog@feldinc.com or (630) 566-6205. To join us on Facebook and Twitter for updates on your favorite riders, cast members and latest tour stops, log on tohttp://www.facebook.com/nuclearcowboyz and http://twitter.com/nuclearcowboyz.

About Feld Motor Sports^®
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment.  Feld Motor Sports productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross and Nuclear Cowboyz^®.  Feld Motor Sports 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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Renegade Racing Fuels for 2013 Loretta Lynn National

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All Renegade Racing Fuel must be pre-ordered prior to the 2013 Loretta Lynn's National Event. The fuel will be delivered to the track and riders can pick up the fuel at the event. Renegade will cover the cost of the shipping to help all of the 2013 Loretta Lynn racers.  Renegade will not have any fuel available for retail at the event and all product must be pre-ordered. Renegade will support all of the sponsored teams and riders with tech support for the week of the event. If you would like to pre-order your Renegade Racing Fuel you can send all orders to powersportsfuelsales@renegadepro1.compowersportsfuelsales@renegadepro1.com>
Owensboro, Kentucky/San Diego, California. Kentucky-based Valor Oil, LLC and its Renegade brand of proprietary race fuels is gearing up for national market expansion.
Known as one of the best-kept secrets in racing, Renegade is preparing for a nationwide push that includes the launch of a new refined brand image and expansion of its distribution network. Renegade is poised to prove that performance, value and service are reasonable expectations and exactly what race fuel customers will get wherever they see the
new Renegade logos proudly displayed. Renegade is the preferred race fuel of professional engine builders, race teams and
competitors across all forms of motor racing, including the championship-leading
Supercross teams of Rockstar Suzuki and Geico Honda.
For more information about Renegade Race and Performance Fuels and Lubricants
visit us at  www.renegadepro1.com<http://www.renegadepro1.com>

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Motorcycle Superstore Bell Helmet Contingency Program Application Deadline Closes Monday July 15

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Motorcycle Superstore Bell Helmet Contingency Program
Application Deadline Closes Monday July 15

MEDFORD, Ore. – The Motorcycle Superstore Bell Helmet contingency program has proved to be a huge success – and there are still a few days left to present your application as the program deadline date is Monday, July 15. To participate, racers must wear a Motorcycle Superstore/Bell Moto 9 helmet, available through the Motorcycle Superstore Rider Support application program by clicking here for the online application. There are only a few days left to enter.

Here is how the program works:

• 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, Discover 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 15. Riders will be notified starting July 9. Helmets will begin shipping July 10.

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ALL BALLS RACING LORETTA LYNN’S AMATEUR NATIONAL PROMOTION WE KEEP IT SIMPLE

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ALL BALLS RACING LORETTA LYNN’S AMATEUR NATIONAL PROMOTION
WE KEEP IT SIMPLE

YOU WORKED HARD, YOU QUALIFIED FOR THE BIGGEST AMATEUR MOTOCROSS RACE IN THE WORLD! WE WANT TO REWARD YOU WITH A FREE FORK AND DUST SEAL KIT.
•    If you qualify for LL’s you qualify for a free set of fork and dust seals.
•    Visit the All Balls Booth at LL’s to pick up your free set of fork and dust seals.
•    Must have form of ID and signup sheets for proof of rider.
•    One kit per rider
•    Alternates are also eligible
•    For models we do not have applications for a $25.00 gift certificate will be awarded.

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Bel-Ray Racers Score Top 20 Results at Red Bud

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Bel-Ray Racers Score Top 20 Results at Red Bud

FARMINGDALE, N.J. (July 8, 2013) ―The 4th of July holiday weekend means just one thing for United States motocross fans -- Red Bud. The famous track situated in Buchanan, Michigan has hosted an AMA National since 1974, and the hot humid mid-west weather typically lends itself to excellent racing. Bel-Ray racers would compete in both the 250MX and 450MX classes to mixed results.

250MX class racing was led by Bel-Ray-backed Rockstar Energy Racing’s Jason Anderson. The New Mexico native has been showing flashes of speed for several weeks now but unfortunately hasn’t found the podium in this highly competitive class. At Red Bud, Anderson qualified second overall in timed qualifying and was poised to make a run at the top spot. While running inside the top 10 early in the moto, Anderson came together with another racer, damaging the spokes on both his wheels. A pit stop was necessary to change both wheels, and the time lost put him behind the field, from where he could only manage a 34th place finish. The second moto was much better for Anderson, as he charged through the pack from an early position outside the top 15 to a respectable 6th place finish. He was credited with 13th overall and remains at 6th place in the points standings after 7 of 12 rounds. “My day was pretty good; well, kind of good. I ended up like 34-6 but by the 34th I was riding really good,” said Anderson following the second moto. “I just had bad luck and in the 6th I had a bad gate pick and was just working through the pack the whole time. So I ended up OK.”

Bel-Ray privateers, New Jersey’s Dakota Kessler and Pennsylvania’s Steve Roman, also had good finishes at Red Bud. Kessler’s 22-23 moto scores earned him 25th overall, while Roman’s 35-37 moto scores were good for 38th overall.

In 450 class racing action, Bel-Ray-backed Rockstar Energy Racing’s Ryan Sipes led the Bel-Ray racers' results. His 13th overall was a result of 12-14 moto scores. The results are not an indication of his speed, as Sipes is often one of the fastest racers on the track during the moto. Sipes spoke with some disappointment following the second moto. “It was a bad weekend; well, not awful. I’m healthy and everything. I’m just kind of struggling a little bit. I don’t know; I need to get my ducks in a row. I don’t wanna ride around in the back, so I’m looking forward to Washougal.”

Bel-Ray privateers also showed good finishes at Red Bud. Michigan’s Nick Wey has shown promise on his return to racing from a serious injury last season. His 17-16 moto finishes were good for 17th overall, followed by Colorado privateer Derek Anderson in 26th with 27-21 finishes and New Jersey’s Ronnie Stewart’s 25-24 for 27th overall.

All of Bel-Ray's professional racers rely on the performance advantages Bel-Ray's complete line of  lubricants provide. One of the products they choose is:

Bel-Ray® Works Thumper® Racing Full Synthetic Ester 4T Engine Oil is one of the products chosen by the teams to keep their machines performing their best.

Bel-Ray® Works Thumper® Racing Full Synthetic Ester 4T Engine Oil is a 4-stroke synthetic motorcycle racing oil that has been developed for full works competition use and is designed to withstand extreme racing conditions. Full synthetic ester base oils withstand the highest temperatures and stresses which provide the ultimate 4-stroke motorcycle oil.

The series will take a one-week break before returning to action in the Pacific Northwest at the Washougal National in Washougal, Washington on July 20th.

To learn more about Bel-Ray specialty powersports lubricants, visit www.belray.com/powersports or call (732) 938-2421.

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ABOUT BEL-RAY COMPANY, INC.

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Tomac & Hahn signed for 2014 and beyond on 450′s

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CORONA, Calif. (July 5) – The GEICO Honda race team has a enviable reputation for developing young motocross riders into world champions, while also providing legends like Mike LaRocco and Kevin Windham a place to cement their legacies.
The 2014 season will a mark a significant transition in this established philosophy as GEICO Honda owners Rick Zielfelder, Jeff Majkrzak and Mike Grondahl expand their stable to include two 450cc riders, both of whom are being promoted from within theteamranks.
Starting with the 2014 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season-opener in Anaheim, Calif., champion 250cc riders Eli Tomac and Wil Hahn will move up to ride for GEICO Honda in the elite 450cc class.
Following in Trey Canard and Justin Barcia’s footsteps, Tomac will be the third GEICO Honda rider to reach the pinnacle of the sport after joining the team as a fresh-faced amateur. The Cortez, Colorado, native was in his early teens when he first caught the eye of Zielfelder. It’s been a partnership that’s produced dozens of race wins and the 2012 Supercross 250SX West title.
“As an amateur, GEICO Honda was a team you looked up to,” Tomac said. “They always had a great 250 team and legendary guys like Mike LaRocco and Kevin Windham on their 450. What we’re doing now is a step in a new direction. It’s going to be like a whole new program. To be one of the first guys to make it happen is really cool.”
After a breakout season in 2009, Hahn joined the team for the 2010 season. Unfortunately, in his first race with the team, he broke his back during practice and spent the bulk of the next two seasons recovering from various injuries. Despite the setbacks, Hahn’s presence became a valued one on the team and the group’s patience was rewarded this season when Hahn won two races on the way to the 250SX East title.
“I didn’t start with them as an amateur, but I feel like I have,” Hahn said. “I was around the team a lot when I was younger hanging out with my brother Tommy. I’ve always felt love from this team and I’m honored they asked me to ride the 450 for them.
“They stuck behind me during times when a lot of teams would have let me go. They saw something in me, they kept me on, and it paid off for both sides.”
Majkrzak said that expanding to two 450 riders is a big step but one the team has been working toward for a long time.
“We only wanted to expand to two 450 riders if we could do it the right way,” Majkrzak said. “We wanted to make sure our major partners — GEICO, Honda and AMSOIL — were ready and willing to go on this ride with us. The timing was perfect and we’re excited for the team’s future with Eli and Wil leading the way for our 250cc and amateur teams.”
Tomac and Hahn both said they’re excited to make the transition to the top class in familiar surroundings.
“Moving to a 450 is a big enough step as it is,” Tomac said. “I would imagine that the transition would be a lot harder if you’ve got to learn a new motorcycle and a new team. I won’t have to do that. I already know this inside and out. I’m excited to get started.”
Hahn echoed those thoughts, adding that success as a professional is as much about attitude as it is about parts and pieces.
“Riding for a factory 450 team is something you dream about as a kid,” Hahn said. “Everyone on the team has a constant drive and determination to want to win. Everyone works together for that goal.
“The great part of it is, everything is staying the same: familiar surroundings, same Factory Connection suspension, same engine guy, a Honda motorcycle and the family atmosphere. There’s a lot to be said for that.”
The Supercross world will get a preview of GEICO Honda’s new 450 duo when they take to the track at the Oct. 19 Monster Energy Cup at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas.

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MSR Launches 2014 Apparel and Hard Parts Line

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MSR Launches 2014 Apparel and Hard Parts Line

Corona, CA – July 1, 2013 - MSR is pleased to announce the launch of our new 2014 Apparel and Hard parts collection. This season you will find a completely revamped gear line that showcases what MSR stands for. Generations of product knowledge, which in turn leads to a technical design creating the fit and feel you demand from gear. In addition to the apparel we are introducing a new Helmet line (MAV-1) that will be available in a handful of color ways including a Metal Mulisha and Rockstar co/lab. The MAV-1 was designed, developed and tested by our top athletes to assure a safe and comfortable helmet.
The MSR Hard Parts line includes some great new products this season. We have added Air/Oil filters, seat covers, radiator hoses and new tools just to name a few. To view all the new MSR products visit our consumer friendly website at www.msrmx.com which will include apparel product videos, up to date news, Athlete Bio’s, social media links and a “Buy Here” button to direct you to a local MSR dealer.
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ANSR Racing's FRESH NEW look for 2014

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ANSR Racing's FRESH NEW look for 2014
Corona, CA. – //ANSR | AnswerRacing.com | July 1st, 2013
ANSR Racing announces the release of the 2014 product line. The 2014 collection is sporting a fresh new look as seen on riders such as Jake Weimer, Joey Savatgy and the ANSR Amateur Alliance. Everything is in stock and available to ship worldwide. Find a dealer near you or visit your favorite online retailer to get yourself dialed in. 

Expect more exciting things to come out of the ANSR camp. Check out the all new website for more information:  www.AnswerRacing.com . 
About Us: Answer Racing started in 1976 with the goal to provide hardcore motocross enthusiasts with products they can trust. Fast forward to 2013 and Answer Racing has not lost site of the original vision. Whether you are a diehard racer or a weekend warrior, we've got you covered. At Answer Racing, we engineer our gear not only for superior protection, but also for a comfortable fit, because with 37 years of extreme moto experience behind us, we know what it takes to win races and look good doing it. Answer Racing is distributed through Tucker Rocky with a continued focus on producing quality products to satisfy our thousands of loyal dealers and customers.

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Munn Racing: Southwick Report

Elm Mott, Texas: This weekend the Munn Racing KTM team came to Southwick for the final national that is scheduled to be held there.  The team was excited to have the opportunity to race on the legendary track for one final time.

Munn Racing KTM had a full roster this weekend with most of the team on hand.  In the 250 class Todd Krieg, Ozzy Barbaree, and Alex Nagy showed up on the Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 250s to do battle in the great sands of Southwick. Riders Vince Friese, Evgeny Mikhaylov, and Eeli Takatalo were piloting the Munn Racing KTMs powered by EBR Performance 450s.

In the WMX class Sara Petterson came into the weekend ready to make a statement.  She wanted to prove herself for the final round of the WMX Series as well as the farewell race for Southwick.  Sara has been improving each and every week and this weekend she did not disappoint.  Sara fought hard all day long to ride to a third overall on the day.  Sara even came out with a holeshot on her Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 250.  With her third place this weekend Sara finished 5^th overall on the year in the WMX Triple Crown Series.  Munn Racing KTM is very happy and proud to have Sara on the team in 2013 and looks for Sara to bring about many more accomplishments in the future.

This coming weekend the team will head to Red Bud for the 7^th round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series for the holiday weekend.  The team looks forward to putting in some great racing and enjoying the weekend with some great fans.  Make sure to swing by the Munn Racing KTM pits and meet the team if you are at the event and if you aren’t make sure to follow Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter all year long to stay up to date with the team!

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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On Track School Earns Accreditation

On Track School, leader in customized education for motivated young athletes looking to obtain a cutting edge education, has earned accreditation from the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED. NCA CASI provides nationally-recognized accreditation, the purpose of which is continuous school improvement focused on increasing student performance.

NCA CASI accreditation is recognized across state lines, which not only eases the transfer process as students move from accredited school to accredited school but also assures parents that the school is meeting nationally accepted standards for quality and successful professional practice.

“NCA CASI Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school on the primary goal of creating lifelong learners,” said Dr. Mark Elgart, President and CEO of AdvancEd. “On Track School is to be commended for engaging in this process and demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.”

"Accreditation demonstrates to our students, parents and community that we are focused on raising student achievement, providing a safe and enriching learning environment, and maintaining an efficient and effective operation staffed by highly qualified educators. Having the official seal of accreditation provides our students, families, and community the assurance that their education is validated as highly qualified to all schools, colleges and universities.” - Andrea Leib

To Earn Accreditation:

• Meet NCA CASI’s high standards.
• Be evaluated by a team of professionals.
• Implement a continuous process of school improvement.

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