Boyesen Unveils Grassroots Racing Development Program at the 2013 DEP PIPES Two Stroke Shootout

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The 2013 DEP Pipes 2-Stroke Shootout will feature Boyesen’s “Full Factory Ride” Sponsorship Exhibition Race for all participating Youth, Schoolboy, and Collegeboy Class Entries!
So… you think you are fast enough to be sponsored? Come find out at the 2013 Two-Stroke Shootout! Put on your race face and compete to win a 2014 full support sponsorship package with Boyesen!

Boyesen is pleased to announce that a new Grassroots Racing Development Partnership Program is slated for release at the 2013 Sleepy Hollow MX Park’s Two Stroke Shootout in Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania.
New for 2013, the DEP Pipes Two Stroke Shootout will feature a special Dash-for-Cash style program on Saturday and will be open to all registered race-day signups competing in the Open Mini, Schoolboy, and Collegeboy classes. Any registered rider in each of these three classes will have the opportunity to compete in an additional ONE MOTO format exhibition race (per class) with each of the 3 exhibition race winners being awarded a “Full Factory Ride” sponsorship from Boyesen for their upcoming 2014 racing season. The Full Factory Ride sponsorship program will link each winning rider into a full product sponsorship arrangement that will remain in place for the entire 2014 racing season.
Boyesen’s Full Factory Ride Exhibition Race is designed to help shape and enrich the racing and spectating experience of the Two Stroke Shootout with an exhibition race just prior to the day’s intermission period. In this spirit, all Shootout participants will receive a deeper and more exciting level of engagement from the racing action.
“We are pleased to expand our relationship with the annual Two Stroke Shootout to include the “Factory Full-Ride” dash for sponsorship exhibition race program and see it as a great way to engage with racing families, track owners and race series promoters at the grassroots level,” states Boyesen’s Marketing Director, Erik Salmela “We are excited to offer a unique, event-level racing sponsorship exhibition race package to the Shootout; in doing so we hope that the motocross and offroad racing community will see Boyesen’s support for the fun and excitement of grassroots racing and will reach out to Boyesen to see what direct event-level sponsorship opportunities are available for their racing season in 2014.

ABOUT THE 2013 DEP PIPES TWO STROKE SHOOTOUT AT SLEEPY HOLLOW MX PARK
Sleepy Hollow MX’s annual Two Stroke Shootout race weekend marks the third year for the race, and the first year the race has been lengthened from one day to a full weekend venue. Shining the nation’s spotlight on two-stroke based competition each fall, this popular racing event has become an annual, multi-day, family-focused race destination that draws entries from states throughout the Eastern Seaboard and beyond.
Date: September, 20, 21, 22 2013
Location: Sleepy Hollow MX Park
Event App:  www.sleepymx.info
Website: www.sleepymx.com

ABOUT BOYESEN’S GRASSROOTS RACING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Boyesen’s Grassroots Racing Development Program, featuring the “Full Factory Ride” exhibition racing at the 2013 Two Stroke Shootout marks an important extension of Boyesen’s event-level marketing partnership initiatives. Uniquely designed to differentiate the Boyesen brand in the marketplace, the Grassroots Racing Development Program provides a real-world means for promoters and racing districts to add extra excitement to their series while giving back to the riders that drive the growth of the sport. Boyesen’s Grassroots Racing Development Program seeks out event-level partnerships that will represent Boyesen with class and style. In return, Boyesen can help bring that extra bit of race-day drama and excitement to your event. For more information about Boyesen’s Grassroots Racing Development Partnership contact erik@boyesen.com
SIGNUP FOR BOYESEN’S 2014 FACTORY RACING RIDER SUPPORT
Applying for Boyesen’s 2014 Factory Racing Rider Support is simple.
Apply online at Boyesen.com by filling out our Factory Racing Support Application
To obtain more information about Boyesen’s complete line of Two Stroke MX and Offroad intake performance products or to search for a Boyesen Dealer location near you, please visit www.boyesen.com
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MotoStar Clothing Now Accepting Resumes for 2014 Support

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Moto Star Clothing Sponsorships are now open at MxSponsor and accepting resumes for the 2014 season. We are adding an all new line of products for 2014 and excited to make it easy for the up and coming racer and rider to look like a star.

Moto Star Clothing has been the clothing to such teams as Rock River Yamaha and Munn KTM along with countless Pro Athletes will you be next?

Apply today!

www.mxsponsor.com/companies/moto-star-racing

Vist us on Facebook where you can find more links to sponsorships or our web site.

www.MotoStarGlobal.com

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O’Neal USA Accepting Sponsorship Applications For 2014 Season

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Simi Valley, CA - O’NEAL’s Rider Support program is proud to announce its 44th year racing and is actively looking for qualified riders to join the team. O’NEAL, a leading gear company since 1970 is looking forward to supporting the sport with another great year of racing and sponsorship. O’NEAL is now accepting race resumes for the 2014 race season. O’NEAL has gone above and beyond again in 2014, delivering the hottest gear for use on and off the track! If you would like to be a part of the O’NEAL racing family please send your Race Resume to Marc Shear at:mshear@onealusa.com
You can also apply through: hookit.com, mxsponsor.com, xtrm.com. All skill levels and disciplines are welcome to apply.
O’NEAL, established in 1970, produces superior quality motorcycle protective apparel, helmets and accessories.
Check out all of our brands at: www.oneal.com, www.bluroptics.com, www.azonicusa.com, www.rockhardhelmets.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/onealmotocross Twitter: www.twitter.com/onealmotocross Instagram: @onealracing
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Split Designs Co 2014 Rider Support

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Join the TEAM!
Split Designs is excited to announce the opening of our 2014 rider support program! Here is your chance to become part of the SDC Team for 2014. We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your race season!

Submit resumes to: sponsorship@splitdesignsco.com

Please visit www.splitdesignsco.com for further information.

ABOUT SPLIT DESIGNS CO.
Split Designs Co. is a leading custom graphic design and production firm out of Temecula, CA specializing in motocross graphics and large format printing. We are dedicated to creating and marketing our high impact digital graphics and work personally with you to ensure your designs come out the way you envisioned them.

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DR. D Accepting Resumes for 2014 Season

Courtesy of Doctor D. 

Norco, CA - ­Dubach Racing Development (DR.D) is now accepting Rider Support Applications for the 2014 racing season. DR.D is looking for qualified Motocross, Freestyle, ATV, and Off-Road athletes that want to take their program to the “Next Step”. All skill levels and ages are encouraged to apply.
Interested athletes can apply online at www.hookit.com, www.dubachracing.com, and also through the mail. Resumes can be sent via email to (rider.support@dubachracing.com) or through US Postal

Mail to the following address:
Dubach Racing Development
Attn: Rider Support
2038 Second St.
Norco, CA. 92860
Click here for application.
Best of luck to all racers in the 2014 racing season!
   
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Bel-Ray Racers Conclude National Motocross Series at Lake Elsinore

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FARMINGDALE, N.J. (August 26, 2013) ― The 2013 AMA Pro Motocross Championship series came to a close on Saturday afternoon at Lake Elsinore in Southern California. Temperatures in the triple digits and a rough challenging course combined to make for a difficult day for Bel-Ray’s racers and teams competing there.

Leading the Bel-Ray charge for the weekend was Rockstar Energy Racing’s Ryan Sipes. A crash and subsequent injury suffered at the Millville, MN round has hampered Sipes’ charge toward the front. His 13-14 moto finishes were not indicative of the way he rode but in a class with great talent, a good start is necessary to challenge. Sipes’ starts on Saturday were less than ideal, and the Kentucky native had to come from back in the field to earn his result. 13th overall was not what Sipes had hoped for but going into the off season, he can look back on 2013 positively. “It wasn’t a bad weekend aside from my starts. That part was bad. I feel good though. I’m safe; my lap times were good, even coming from 76th place. Last race of the year; it was a good day, and I’m happy.” Sipes finished 16th in the overall series standings.               Also competing in the 450MX class were Bel-Ray racers Nick Wey and Derek Anderson. Both privateer riders experienced ups and downs throughout the series. Wey was forced to miss two rounds due to an injury but achieved positive results during the summer. He finished in 17th place in each moto, and came in 17th overall. Wey was just outside the top 20 in the series standings, in 22nd place overall. Colorado privateer Anderson has been travelling the series with his girlfriend and recording the riders’ trials and tribulations all summer long on the popular YouTube series Man Vs Moto. Anderson scored points at six rounds this summer and earned 30th place overall in this highly competitive class.               In 250MX racing, Rockstar Energy Racing Bel-Ray-backed Jason Anderson experienced his breakout season. He experienced the first outdoor podium win of his career in Millville, MN and has shown flashes of brilliance all season long. He is expected to be a top championship contender in 2014. His 17th place first moto was hampered by a second moto 32nd place finish. In the second moto, Anderson was in a top three position and riding well, until a handlebar to his ribs caused his demise. Anderson recorded 20th overall for the event and a top 10 overall season finish in 8th place. Anderson’s teammate for the last two rounds of the season, Michael Leib, suffered a hand injury at the previous round in Utah but he came to the final round and attempted to tough it out. Unfortunately, the pain was too much, and he was forced to retire.               With the motocross series concluded, the racers will take a short vacation before resuming preparations for the 2014 racing season.               To learn more about Bel-Ray specialty powersports lubricants, visit www.belray.com/powersports or call (732) 938-2421.               Follow Bel-Ray racers all season long at www.belray.com  Rockstar Energy Racing racers (top to bottom) Ryan Sipes, Jason Anderson and Michael Leib rely on Bel-Ray lubricants to keep their bikes performing at their best. Those same products are found on powersports dealer shelves.

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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Munn Racing Race Report: Lake Elsinore

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Elm Mott, Texas: The final round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series took place this weekend at Lake Elsinore in California.  The team headed westward to the last round of the series to put a great ending mark on their great season.

For the final round of the series riders Todd Krieg and Alex Nagy made the journey to pilot the Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 250’s.  Both riders rode great all weekend long and had a great season with the team.  In the 450 class Evgeny Mikhaylov and Eeli Takatalo rode the Munn Racing KTM powered by EBR Performance 450 machines.  Both riders were able to qualify straight into the main motos leaving them to focus solely on their last two races of the season.  Evgeny Mikhaylov was able to score a 19^th place finish in the second moto for the team.  Mikhaylov and Takatalo had a great season with the Munn Racing KTM team.  Evgeny is on his way to earning a two digit national number for 2014 from his performance this year.  

The season has now come to an end but the racing will still go on for Munn Racing KTM.  The rig will be heading back home to Texas to hit a few local races.  The next race that they will be racing is the Pro Am at Ascot Park on September 8^th.  Follow the team on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to see what races they will be attending for the remainder of the year!

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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Matrix Concepts 1.7 Cleaning Solutions Expands Line

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Matrix Concepts 1.7 Cleaning Solutions Expands Line

1.7 Cleaning Solutions expands line to now include 14 unique speciality cleaning formulas.  

• Formula 1- Wash /Degreaser       
• Formula 2- Four 'N' One Shine
• Formula 3- Plastic/Rubber Conditioner
• Formula 4- Hard Parts Dressing
• Formula 5- Brake Cleaner
• Formula 6- Pre Ride Mud Release
• Formula 7- Goggle/Window Cleaner
• Formula 8- Tire Lube
• Formula 9- Hand Cleaner
• Formula 10- Multi Cleaning Wipes
• Formula 11- Combo Kit
• Formula 12- Aluminum Polish
• Formula 13- Sticker Remover
• Formula 14- Graphic Applicator

                

1.7 was developed in conjunction with and is now used and endorsed by the top race teams in the country including RCH, Rockstar Suzuki, JGR and Geico Honda. All formulas are available in 16oz spray bottles and Formula's 1, 3, 4 & 8 are also available in 1 gallon refills. 

  

The new 1.7 line also has all the cleaning accessories you need to clean and care for your motorcycle. The line includes Wash Mit, Micro - Fiber Wash Clothes, Wash Mat and Pump Sprayer. 

Visit Matrix Concepts and 1.7 Cleaning Solutions at:

 www.MatrixRacingProducts.com and see why 30 of the top teams in Cycling, Supercross & Motocross use and depend on Matrix Concepts garage and track necessities.

To join team Matrix Concepts go to http://www.hookit.com/brands/matrixconcepts/ , we are accepting 2014 rider resumes. Follow us and see everything Matrix Concepts atwww.facebook.com/matrixconcepts

About Matrix Concepts & 1.7 Cleaning Solutions:

Matrix Concepts is based in Valencia, California founded in 2009 and is used by the top MX/Off-road/Cycling race teams in the world and offers a complete range of track/garage necessities that include personalized off road motorcycle and bicycle Stands, Loading Ramps, Tie Downs, Tool Boxes, Utility Cans, Worx Mats and 1.7 Cleaning Solutions. For more information on Matrix Concepts products visit: www.MatrixRacingProducts.com 

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The 2013 Northeast Shootout at Winchester Speedpark in Winchester, NH

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The 2013 Northeast Shootout at Winchester Speedpark in Winchester, NH

All the best racers in New England will be headed to Winchester Speedpark this Labor Day weekend (Aug 31-Sept 2) for the Northeast Shootout presented by Alias MX gear and SK Energy. It's three days of motocross, music, ice cream, fireworks and fun.

Track owners Dave and Suzanne Boisvert had this to say, "For 6 years running we hosted the New England Regional Championship which attracted 800-1400 entries, lots of Industry support and great competition.  That event attracted riders 
from further than New England and many of the rules and classes did not match up to National standards and frustration was felt.  During this time off we thought about how to re-invent the race so that we could address the flaws and align it to other large event structures so that it could flow more seamlessly during the event, especially when it is time to crown champions. We know we can put on a good and large event here, we know the riders miss an event of this caliber in the Northeast, It's Time....She is back, better than ever!

The winner of each class will receive $500 from Alias and SK in addition to a BIG trophy and a gift bag with products from Loctite, Tucker Rocky and more. Riders in the second through fifth spots will get goodie bags and custom Northeast Shootout plaques.

Saturday will be the practice and qualifier day then the racing will start on Sunday with two motos for each class on that day and the final (long) motos will be run on Monday.

Leticia Cline will be on hand to present the awards on Monday.

http://www.winchesterspeedpark.com/northeast_shootout.html

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Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship Achieves Unprecedented Media Exposure in 2013

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Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross ChampionshipAchieves Unprecedented Media Exposure in 2013

Loretta Lynn's Logs 23 Total Hours of Live Racing Coverage

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (August 20, 2013)- It was a breakthrough year for the 2013 Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship presented by AMSOIL, as the most prestigious amateur motocross national in the country was accessible to millions of viewers around the world. For the first time in the event's 32-year history, live race coverage of each of the 36 classes was available to viewers across multiple platforms, including a live webcast on RacerTV.com, Live Timing & Scoring on MXSports.com and first-time live coverage on network television as part of the Red Bull Signature Series on NBC.
Held at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., a total of 21 hours of racing were broadcast live on RacerTV.com from Tuesday, July 30 - Saturday, Aug. 3. Over the course of five days, viewers from 145 different countries tuned into RacerTV.com to follow the racing action at Loretta Lynn's, resulting in nearly 348,000 page views on the website.
"The unprecedented live coverage on network television and the world wide web proved to be monumental for American Motocross as a whole, but we were especially thrilled to see how many committed amateur motocross fans tuned in to all platforms to follow the racing action throughout the week," said MX Sports Event Director Tim Cotter.
The culmination of the week's exceptional media exposure came on Saturday with the Red Bull Signature Series broadcast of the Loretta Lynn's amateur motocross championship. The two-hour live show on NBC featured the final moto in both the 250 B and 250 A classes, along with multiple in-show features of past, present and future champions to enhance the storytelling in the broadcast.
"Perhaps one of the most exciting aspects is to see viewership numbers of an amateur motocross event not only rival some of the country's most popular professional sports but to actually outperform Saturday's broadcast of other major televised motorsports events is just outstanding. MX Sports is proud to be involved with such great partners and of course to reward the athletes and families that worked so hard to get to Loretta Lynn's," Cotter added.
Furthermore, MXSports.com experienced record-breaking traffic as Live Timing & Scoring garnered nearly 58 million page views with a total of 1,347,711 visitors throughout the week. Full results from the 2013 National as well as a list of all 36 National Champions are available online.
The 2014 Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship presented by AMSOIL will take place the first week in August at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. For more information, visit the series website atwww.mxsports.com.
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 and sanctioned by AMA. For more information, please visit www.mxsports.com.

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Southwick Gets a New Promoter

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We have some great news! The legendary sand motocross track at the Southwick American Legion Post 338 is not closing. After months of working overtime, the Legion has finally selected a new partner to help bring our historic facility to a whole new level of performance. After considering 6-7 very qualified potential offers, one offer clearly stood above the rest. The Legion’s board has unanimously selected the offer from Michael Grondahl. Mr. Grondahl has many ties throughout the business world and most importantly he has direct ties to the motocross industry both as an avid past motocross racer and a current partner of the Geico Honda race team. In addition, Mr Grondahl has brought Gary Yellin along as a consultant to his team. Gary is the son of Southwick legend Bernie Yellin, the original founder and successful operator of MX338 for many decades. Our expectations for MX338 are sky high!
Michael Grondahl is the co-founder and former CEO of Planet Fitness, a fitness club chain which he grew from one gym in New Hampshire to the largest fitness chain in the world. Planet Fitness currently has over 675 locations and serves 4.6 million members. This business experience will prove invaluable to support his plans for MX338. But we believe the key to Mike’s future success with MX338 lies in his passion for the sport of motocross. Mike raced his first NESC moto at Southwick in 1979 and earned his AMA professional motocross license in 1981. His grass roots knowledge of motocross and love for the sport made our decision an easy one.
Luckily for MX338, Mr. Grondahl became a better businessman than rider, and over the last 5 years he has proudly been a partner in the Geico Honda race team which boasts numerous AMA 250 championships. This year the Geico team will take a big jump by filling departing 450 rider Kevin Windham’s boots with Eli Tomac, who will race both SX and MX in the 2014 season. In addition to the Geico partnership, Mike recently started the Alias clothing line with longtime industry veteran Jeff Surwall, Jeff Makrzak, and the legendary Factory Connection suspension guru Rick Zielfelder.
Mike Grondahl is obviously a very busy guy and when we asked him what drew him to want to get directly involved in the success of MX338, Mike responded, “The thought of Southwick closing was just not an option that I could sit back and do nothing about. I remember when I was only 15 standing at the fence at the old finish line jump screaming for my hero JoJo Keller. So many motocross legends like Bob Hannah, Doug Henry and John Dowd have graced the sand whoops at Southwick. For me, getting involved was an obvious step for the luckiest guy alive!”
Mike continued, “Very soon we will negotiate Southwick’s 2014 schedule and there are some new ideas that we need to agree upon with the Legion. I want to express my sincere thanks to the Southwick American Legion Post 338 for choosing me and for being absolutely fair and very open-minded to all of the various issues that have surfaced. At the recent Amateur Nationals held at Loretta Lynn’s ranch in Tennessee, Carrie Coombs told me in no uncertain terms there will be no 2014 National held at Southwick and there probably will never be one in the future. American Legion Southwick Post 338 has saved Southwick and it is now my job to bring some BIG races to this legendary sand track!”
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Rockstar Energy Racing Moves to KTM

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Corona, CA - Bobby Hewitt’s Rockstar Energy Racing (RER) Team, is pleased to announce it has signed a three-year contract with KTM Motorsports for its team to race aboard KTM motorcycles in both the AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross Championship Series. The team will make its KTM debut on October 19, 2013 at the Monster Energy Cup
President and Team Owner, Bobby Hewitt, expressed his enthusiasm for the announcement, stating, “As a satellite team, we will always be the little engine that could, but having the support of KTM is a huge advantage. We are delighted and grateful to race KTM motorcycles and eagerly excited for the opportunity to utilize KTM’s new Factory Services program. This will be a very exciting venture for our team.”
The KTM brand has had great success over the past two seasons capturing both 450 and 250 Motocross and Supercross class wins. Both KTM and RER strive to continue to improve the overall race results and exposure gained in professional racing. Through KTM’s Factory Service Program, which allows racers and support teams the opportunity to purchase the same engine and suspension components as the factory team, the RER Team will have the platform it needs to deliver the results that the team, it’s riders and it’s sponsors are looking to achieve.
For 2014, RER will continue to support Davi Millsaps as its premier 450 Supercross and Motocross class rider. It will also field a two-man lites team with returning rider Jason Anderson as well as the 2013 Rookie of the Year, Joey Savatgy. The title sponsor will remain with Rockstar Energy Drink and the remainder of the 2013 season sponsors will return to support the team for the 2014 season.
Team rider, Millsaps, commented, “I believe with my team’s support and my dedication to training that I can win on the KTM. I am excited for this new opportunity and am expecting another great season as I contend for the championship.” His teammate, Anderson, added to his statement, explaining, “I raced KTM’s for my last few years as an amateur and really loved the motorcycles. I am happy with the team’s decision to switch to KTM’s and I feel the bikes will be a good fit for me this season. I hope to put the KTM on the box at the opening round in Anaheim.”

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MotoConcepts Racing: UNADILLA MX Report

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SPOKANE, WA (August 10, 2013) – After taking a week off, the tenth round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship headed to Upstate New York at Unadilla Valley Sports Center. An abnormal overcast and chilly day bestowed upon the Unadilla Valley race track. Known for its natural terrain and deep valleys, Unadilla presented some new and modern track designs this year. As they prepared the track for a historic MX National, Smartop by MotoConcepts rider Mike Alessi (#800/450) geared up for another day of racing.

During practice Alessi finished 3^rd in the 450 class which granted him a decent gate pick for the first Moto of the day. Alessi didn’t get the greatest jump off the start and held 20^th place as he came around the first corner. Dissatisfied by the position he was in, Alessi attacked the pack in front of him and slowly started picking away at his competitors. An ongoing battle between Alessi and J. Weimer emerged as the two fought for the 9^th position. Eventually, Alessi conquered and passed #12 but shortly after, on the final lap, he crashed before the deep valley, “Gravity Cavity”. Fortunately, he was able to get up quickly and finish the lap and Moto and secure 12^th place.

Alessi lined up for the second Moto of the day preparing and hoping for a better start he knew he was capable of achieving. Lined up near the left outside of the gate, Alessi took off but quickly got tangled up with T. Canard before they reached the first turn. As they both flew over their bars and off the side of the track, a carnage of several bikes piled up behind them. Alessi went down hard with his shoulder taking most of the impact. As a result, he was unable to finish the rest of the Moto and rode back to the pits with frustration in his eyes. A 12^th and 39^th finish gave him 18^th overall for the day. Without those precious points from the second Moto, Alessi lost several positions in the points standings and now sits in 10^th.

We wish to thank our sponsors including Smartop, JT Racing, FMF, Silkolene, Ohlins Suspension, MotoGraphics, EverRev, Moto Tassinari, Pro Taper, Shoei, Alpinestars, NorthWest Steel Fab, Boyesen, Sikk Shades, Dunlop, UFO, CV4, Leo Vince Carbon Products, Peg Armor, VP Fuels, Guts, KSR Wheels, DT1, MotoOptics, Works Connection, All Balls, Galfer, Supersprox, Excel, Hinson, and Victorville MC Center.

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6D Helmets, Tomac Top Podium at Unadilla

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Brea, Calif. – Eli Tomac once again had another stellar performance at round 10 of the AMA Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series with a convincing win at Unadilla in New Berlin, NY. In an interview after the race Eli stated, “I love my 6D! It’s a big part of my program and my confidence on the bike. Not only does it have great safety benefits; it’s light, comfortable and cooler than anything I’ve ridden in before. For the speed we’re racing at in this day and age, it’s the only helmet I have full faith in!” Tomac’s lead now stands at thirty-nine points over second place with two rounds remaining. 

6D Helmets would like to congratulate Wil Hahn on capturing the Motorcycle Superstore Holeshot Award for the season, netting Wil a cool $15,000 pay day! 

About the 6D’s ATR-1 helmet: The 6D ATR-1 off-road motorcycle helmet brings an entirely new helmet technology to the athlete and is the only helmet specifically designed for the rigors of Motocross and Off-Road competition. Exclusive patent pending ODS™ (Omni-Directional Suspension™) provides protection capabilities unmatched by any other helmet. ODS™ works to mitigate critical angular acceleration force and low-threshold impacts, while maintaining all of the necessary protection for extreme hits as well. 6D Helmets is the exclusive helmet sponsor to the GEICO Honda 250cc program. 

Visit www.6dhelmets.com for more information. 

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BTO Sports Unadilla Race Report

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EVENT RECAP:
Andrew Short looked good during practice as he would put down the 9^th fastest time of the day. In moto 1, Short continued his string of great starts, as his KTM Factory Services motor launched him out of the gate to round the first turn in third.  From there Short would be entrenched in battles throughout the moto and would finish 6^th.  In moto two, another great start would provide the base for another great finish, as he would finish 7^th.  Short moves up to 6^th in points with two rounds left in the series.
Matt Goerke is looking more comfortable with every moto as evident with his ride this past weekend at Unadilla.  In moto 1, Matt would ride strong, battling through the field to finish 14^th.  Moto 2 Matt used his Pirelli Scorpion MX tires to dig deep for traction as he would get a good jump out of the gate.  Matt would again stay strong to score another 14^th, taking 12^th overall for the day.
Michael Byrne day did not go as planned, as his return to Unadilla was not as expected.  After a good start in moto 1, Byrne would once again get bit by the Unadilla track as he would tweak his knee. A sprained knee and pulled muscles prevented Byrne from lining up for moto 2.

The BTO Sports – KTM team heads to Toole, UT for the Utah MX National at Miller Motorsports Park for Rd. 11 of the 2013 AMA Outdoor Motocross Championship on Aug. 17.
 For more information on the BTO Sports – KTM team, visit www.btosportsracing.com
Thank you to the BTO Sports – KTM 2013 team sponsors:
BTOSports.com , KTM.com , Palmettomotorsports.com , Witt’s End Racing
BTO Sports, KTM, KTM Factory Services, Palmetto Motorsports, FLY Racing, WPS, Bubba Burger, Witt’s End Racing, FMF Racing, RG3, Alpinestars, Factory Effex, Pirelli, Smith, Talon, Dubya, ODI, ASV, Engine Ice, Motorex Oils, DT1, Galfer, Hinson,Wiseco, RK, Excel, LeoVince Carbon Fiber, Mechanix Wear, Matrix, ETS Fuel, Full Spectrum Batteries, Gear Custom Products, Pit Posse, ASMF, FLmx, Dream Traxx, Safety Kleen

About BTO Sports:
BTO Sports offers the widest selection of motocross parts and accessories on the web including Motocross helmets, Street Bike parts, and more from all the top Motocross brands. Whether you’re a recreational dirt biker or a serious motocross racer, BTO Sports has the Motocross gear you need.

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MxSponsor.com signs with tyme agency for Business Consulting & Social Media Strategy

Courtesy of MX Sponsor

MxSponsor.com has signed on as a client with tyme agency. The boutique sports marketing agency will work alongside MxSponsor to expand its already impressive list of brands such as Answer Racing, MSR, Pro Taper, FMF Exhaust & many more brands who use the site to manage their rider support programs. tyme will also develop and execute MxSponsor’s social media strategy to increase and engage their audience.
“Jason is a fixture in the Action Sports industry and very well respected. We are extremely excited to be able to utilize tyme agency’s years of knowledge working with top brands in the Motocross world, and bring that to the MXSponsor platform”. Says Founder Rich Maychrich
“This is a space I know very well and I am excited to be able to share their story and educate brands on how great of a tool MxSponsor can be for them.” Says tyme agency Founder Jason Fierro
About MXSponsor.com:
MXSponsor.com works for racers of all age levels that are looking to get sponsored. Forget paying up-front fees to submit a resume. Riders build their online profile, upload action photos and race results, and write a cover letter. They can then submit to as many companies as they wish, all for free. Riders then receive responses, deals, and offers, and can choose to pay a onetime $50 fee for the year to sign unlimited contracts with no obligation. MXSponsor.com is the choice for riders to see if they've got what it takes.

MXSponsor.com's platform is a great tool for companies looking to process resumes online or to find thousands of new potential riders. MXSponsor.com works for any company of any size. Launched in August of 2005, MXsponsor.com is the only website exclusively dedicated to the motocross industry. MXSponsor.com has surpassed the 60,000-rider mark and has processed thousands of sponsorship resumes sent to its large list of brands.
About tyme: tyme is a boutique sports marketing agency, offering customized consulting packages tailored to fit any brand, team or athlete. Built on sixteen years of sales, marketing and consulting experience, tyme specializes in athlete/team representation, loyalty program management and social media strategy and business consulting. The game is different now. The business has changed. The plight of emerging brands, teams and athletes is more expansive and complicated than ever before. tyme can help.

tyme TAKE YOUR MOVEMENT EVERYWHERE

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DT1 Filters Accepting Resumes for 2014 Race Season

Courtesy of DT1 Filters

DT-1 Filters is now accepting resumes for the upcoming 2014 race season.
The acceptance period runs from August 1, 2013 until December 31, 2013. Resumes received after the declared deadline will not be considered for the 2014 support program.
All resumes must be emailed to DT-1 Filters. Please send them to either support@mxfilters.com or dt1filters@yahoo.com .
DT-1 Filters offers air filters, oil filters, wash covers, and billet air filter cages. Join the DT-1 support program and the ranks of our top riders such as Chad Reed, Cooper Webb, Davi Millsaps, and Aaron Plessinger.
For additional information, visit:
Website: http://www.mxfilters.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/DT-1-Filters/606376272724081
Twitter: @DT1airfilterusa
E-mail: dt1filter@aol.com

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Cobra Jett! Cobra Moto’s Jett Reynolds dominates Loretta’s

Courtesy of Cobra
 

The pride of Bakersfield, Calif. sweeps the 51cc & 65cc 7-9 divisions, going 6-0 in motos … Tennessee’s Casey Cochran adds the 51cc 4-6 title for Cobra Moto

HILLSDALE, Mich., (Aug. 6, 2013) – The American-made Cobra Moto competition dirt bikes enjoyed a 1^st place-sweeping performance this past weekend at the Red Bull Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL at famed country singer Loretta Lynn’s Ranch.

Leading the charge on the Cobra Moto bikes was California’s Jett Reynolds, an eight-year-old in the 7-8 age 51cc and 7-9 65cc divisions. So dominant was Reynolds – going six-for-six in 1^st place moto victories - that Reynolds’ effort was rewarded by the AMA, which bestowed upon him the coveted “Youth Rider of the Year” … an award never before given to an eight-year-old.

“Absolutely amazing,” said Cobra Moto President Sean Hilbert of Reynolds’ effort this past week/weekend at Loretta’s. “You saw history being made with Jett every time he took off out of the gate.”

Reynolds was most convincing in the second moto of the 65cc 7-9 class, coming out of the start sideways and in 39th (out of 41) place, only to pass back up to the front a mere three laps (of seven) later. Reynolds then crashed while passing into first place, got back up and was in the lead by the end of the same lap he crashed on! And this was against the best 65cc racers in the world, including Cobra Moto’s former 51cc Loretta’s champ Gage Linville (Georgia).

Joining Reynolds on the 51cc 7-8 podium was New York’s Reed Cooper in 3^rd place, while Missouri’s Brock Lassiter (3^rd) made history for Cobra Moto in the third 7-9 65cc moto when he joined moto winner Reynolds on the box – giving the American-made Cobra CX65 its first-ever double 65cc class moto podium Loretta’s!

The intensity didn’t fade one bit in the 51cc 4-6 class with Hilbert calling it the “The deepest 4-6 field I’ve seen at Loretta’s in the past decade.” Cobra Moto’s little guys on the 50JRs were led by Tennessee’s Casey Cochran, who ho raced a very consistent and fast 2^nd/2^nd/1^st three motos. Joining Cochran on the 4-6cc Cobra Moto podium sweep at Loretta’s were Arizona’s Noah Gordon in 2^nd and California’s Haiden Deegan – son of MX/FMX great Brian Deegan – in 3^rd place.

“Casey was just flat out fast – and got faster as the week progressed,” said Hilbert. “Noah had two strong motos to help him to 2^nd overall and Haiden, after a tough first moto in the mud – which is doubly hard on anyone from California – came back strong for 3^rd. Again, there were ten kids in this class that really stood out, where in past years there were maybe three to four.”

Scoring Cobra Moto’s final overall podium at Loretta’s – aboard a six-year-old oil injected Cobra 50JR – was Pennsylvania’s Levi Leatherman, who placed 3^rd overall in the 51cc 4-6 Special Limited class.

2013 Cobra Moto Loretta’s Results

51cc 4-6                                               

1st   #60   CASEY COCHRAN – COB                       

ARLINGTON, TN   2nd 2nd 1st

2nd   #41   NOAH GORDON - COB

MARANA, AZ   1st 5th 2nd

3rd   #38   HAIDEN DEEGAN - COB

TEMECULA, CA   8th 1st 3rd

4th   #81   COLE KISH - COB

NEWPORT, MI   9th 4th 5th

5th   #15   COLTON TROUILLE - COB

LAKE PARK, GA   5th 6th 9th

6th   #67   AIDAN DICKENS - COB

SKIPPERS, VA   4th 15th 6th

8th   #25   JON JON CARVER – COB

CATAULA, GA   6th 13th 19th

9th   #54   CODEE SAMPLES – COB

MIDLOTHIAN, TX   23rd 8th 10th

10th   #72   GAVIN BETTS - COB

CLIFTON PARK, NY   15th 19th 13^th

51cc 4-6 Special Limited

3rd   #24   LEVI LEATHERMAN - COB

TELFORD, PA   3rd 3rd 4th

51cc 7-8

1st   #79   JETT REYNOLDS - COB

Bakersfield, CA   1st 1st 1st

3rd   #2   REED COOPER - COB

COLD SPRING HAR, NY   5th 6th 2nd

4th   #31   BROCK LASSITER - COB

ASBURY, MO   6th 2nd 6th

6th   #99   RYDER DIFRANCESCO - COB

BAKERSFIELD, CA   12th 8th 3rd

7th   #54   TOMMY LE CLERE IV - COB

PEARLAND, TX   4th 7th 15th

8th   #69   BRIAN ESPINOZA - COB

POTTSTOWN, PA   9th 12th 9th

9th   #74   TREVOR COLIP - COB

NEW PALESTINE, IN   13th 9th 12th

10th   #46   JAYDEN CLOUGH - COB

ELKO, MN   7th 16th 13^th

65cc 7-9

1st   #79   JETT REYNOLDS - COB

Bakersfield, CA   1st 1st 1st

5th   #31   BROCK LASSITER - COB

ASBURY, MO   9th 7th 3rd

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

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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Feld Motor Sports announces 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross schedule

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports

AURORA, Ill. (July 29, 2013) – Feld Motor Sports^® announced the schedule for the 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross, featuring Ricky Carmichael’s Road to Supercross. The 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross season kicks off on Friday, January 3, with two nights of racing from Worcester, Mass., and the DCU Center. From there, the championship travels throughout the country, across 11 additional states before crowning a 2014 champion. Tickets will be available to the general public on Friday, August 9. Cross Club^® Members, Inside Dirt Subscribers and past AMSOIL Arenacross ticket purchasers will be able to capitalize on an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets starting Tuesday, July 30. For more information and to become a Cross Club member for free, visit http://www.arenacross.com/CrossClub/.

 

The 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross season is highlighted by visits to every time zone in the U.S., from the shores of Massachusetts to the golden state of California. In addition to familiar stops like Baltimore and Tulsa, Okla., the championship will also make its first visits to cities like Nampa, Idaho, and Hidalgo, Texas, as well as some of the country’s most popular tourist destinations like Reno, Nev., Albuquerque, N.M., and Salt Lake City.

 

On the heels of a groundbreaking season in 2013, AMSOIL Arenacross is set to once again leave its mark on 2014 with a championship battle that is sure to last all the way to the final lap in Salt Lake City. With one of the most intense race formats in all of motorsports, AMSOIL Arenacross will bring its competition to fans across the country with two main events during each night of action, head-to-head bracket racing, and the dramatic Race to the Championship, a playoff-inspired showdown to crown the champion.

 

“The 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross season is set to host the most competitive racing action in the history of the sport,” said Feld Motor Sports Vice President of Two-Wheel Operations Todd Jendro. “With the enhanced race format and highly talented field of athletes participating in Ricky Carmichael’s Road to Supercross advancement program, the competition will be better than it has ever been before and we are excited to put on a great show for the fans.”

 

Reigning three-time AMSOIL Arenacross Champion Tyler Bowers will return in 2014 to defend his Arenacross Class crown, with his sights set on becoming just the third rider in history to win four consecutive titles. Bowers enjoyed a dream season in 2013, overcoming a potentially heartbreaking injury late in the season to not only capture the AMSOIL Arenacross Championship, but then make history by becoming the first rider to win a Main Event in both AMSOIL Arenacross and Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, in a single season.

 

“I have to say that 2013 was both the toughest season of my career and the most rewarding,” said Bowers. “The AMSOIL Arenacross season was a tough battle all the way until the end and I was fortunate that a broken collarbone didn’t end my chances at winning that third title. Once the season was over, I had the chance of a lifetime to ride in Monster Energy Supercross and managed to one-up myself by winning the last race of the season in Las Vegas.

 

“I have no idea if the 2014 season will be filled with as much drama and excitement as last year, but I am definitely eager to find out. I’m looking forward to the opportunity to defend my Arenacross Class title and putting on a show for all the fans who will be cheering us on.”

 

The 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross season will also feature a pair of regional championships in the Arenacross Lites Class. Riders committed to competing for the title in either the West or East region will battle it out for a chance at winning a coveted AMA National title and use it as a stepping-stone to more success in AMSOIL Arenacross.

 

Five-time Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ricky Carmichael will once again be an integral part of AMSOIL Arenacross and the Road to Supercross. The Road to Supercross program requires all amateur riders to hone their skills at AMSOIL Arenacross before making their transition to Monster Energy Supercross.

 

“The competition in AMSOIL Arenacross is already at an all-time high as everyone is laying it on the line each week for a shot at the title, but now with the Road to Supercross I bet we reach even higher levels with the nation’s fastest up-and-coming riders making their way through the championship” said Carmichael. “I’m really excited to see some of these rising stars go head-to-head against Tyler Bowers and the rest of the Arenacross veterans. The mix of raw speed from the young riders and experience from the veterans will result in incredible racing.

“I’m definitely not going to miss a chance at being a part of the 2014 season,” Carmichael continued. “The Greensboro and Tulsa rounds are already on my calendar, and I’m looking forward to attending additional races to meet the fans and sign some autographs.”

 

Below is the 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross schedule:

 

Date                 Venue                                       City     

Jan. 3-5            DCU Center                               Worcester, Mass.                     

Jan. 10-12         1^st Mariner Arena                        Baltimore                     

Jan. 18-19         Freedom Hall                            Louisville, Ky.              

Jan. 25-26         Greensboro Coliseum                Greensboro, N.C.                     

Jan. 31-Feb. 2   U.S. Cellular Arena                    Milwaukee, Wis.                       

Feb. 7-9            Sleep Train Arena                      Sacramento, Calif.

Feb. 14-16        Idaho Center                             Nampa, Idaho

Feb. 21-23        Livestock Events Center            Reno, Nev.                               

Mar. 1-2            BOK Center                               Tulsa, Okla.

Mar. 7-9            Tingley Coliseum                       Albuquerque, N.M.

Mar. 14-16         State Farm Arena                      Hidalgo, Texas

Mar. 29-30         EnergySolutions Arena              Salt Lake City

 

Live timing and scoring from each round of the AMSOIL Arenacross season returns for the 2014 season! To follow the intense racing action live, log onto www.Arenacross.com.

 

For more information on the 2014 AMSOIL Arenacross season, log on to www.Arenacross.com. For all media requests, please contact Brandon Short brandon@nextlevelsportsinc.com or 949-365-5750.

 

Never miss out on the latest news! Follow the AMSOIL Arenacross on Facebook and Twitter! Log on to http://www.facebook.com/AMAarenacross and http://twitter.com/arenacross today!

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Bel-Ray Rider Support Program is Open

Courtesy of Bel-Ray

FARMINGDALE, NJ – August 1, 2013 –
Bel-Ray’s sponsorship program is now open and accepting resumes for its 2014 racer support program.
The acceptance period runs from August 1, 2013 until October 31, 2013. Resumes received after the October 31 deadline will not be considered for 2014 support.
Please submit your resume by email to irc@belray.com or via standard mail to:
Bel-Ray Company
Attn 2014 Racer Support
PO Box 526
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
Please include a cover letter with photos, as well as the name and address of your local powersports dealer.
Riders accepted to the program will be notified via email prior to December 1, 2013.

Check www.belray.com or www.belrayracing.com for the latest racing updates, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the most up-to-date happenings from Bel-Ray.
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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