Quintanilla Defends 2016 Title; Renet Out To Impress
March 30, 2017 – The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing Rally Team go to the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, the first round of the 2017 FIM Cross Country Rally World Championship well prepared to defend the brand’s 2016 world title. Pablo Quintanilla of Chile rides with the number one plate as he launches his bid to defend his title. Teammate Pela Renet is also out to deliver another impressive ride as he continues to consolidate his rally career.
Quintanilla secured the 2016 title in the series at the OiLibya Rally in Morocco last October, finishing with 96 points, and a seven-point lead over British rider Sam Sunderland. It was Quintanilla’s first world title and the first for his native Chile. Renet, who contested his second Dakar Rally in January with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Team, reached the finish line for the first time in an excellent overall seventh. The French rider and has now joined the elite group of professional rally-raid riders capable of delivering podium finishes in these tests of endurance, skill, and speed. Renet came to the team as a world enduro champion and proved in his 2017 Dakar Rally ride that he has successfully made the transition to rally-raid competition.
Both riders go into the opening round with enthusiasm and confidence.
Pablo Quintanilla:“After Dakar I needed to be strong and to prepare to come back even stronger than before. I have been training pretty hard in Chile to prepare for the season, which this year is very special for me because I am the world champion. I want to continue like this and I am ready and full of motivation to go racing.”
Pela Renet:“Straight after Dakar, I took some time off but then I started training again at home and by riding together with some enduro riders. We have also had some weeks training in Spain and Morocco, and we did testing with the new bike, so I feel good going into the season.”
The season’s opener begins with the traditional Super Special on Saturday, April 1st at the Yas Marina, a dash that decides the starting order for the opening stage on Sunday. Riders tackle five stages in the Liwa Desert of between 350 and 550 km, and the competition concludes on Thursday, April 6.
There is very little respite for the team who then immediately prepare for the second round of the world championship nearby Qatar, which is only one week separating the two rallies.
The 2017 FIM Cross Country Rally World Championship is made up of the two Gulf States rallies, two in South America in August – the Atacama Rally in Chile and the Desafio Ruta in Argentina, again one week apart, and the final round, the traditional OiLibya Rally in Morocco on October.
2017 FIM Cross Country Rally World Championship Calendar
April 1-6: Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, United Arab Emirates
April 17-22: Qatar Cross Country Rally
August 12-18: Atacama Rally, Chile
August 25-31: Desafio Ruta, Argentina
October 4-10: OiLibya Rally, Morocco
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Husqvarna Motorcycles are widely known and respected in the off-road world for a heritage of competition and numerous motocross and enduro world championships. Originally founded in Sweden in 1903, Husqvarna Motorcycles have been designed and manufactured in Mattighofen, Austria since 2013.
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PAYSON, UT (March 30, 2017) – Rocky Mountain ATV/MC will serve as the official online retailer sponsor for the 2017 FMF California Classic at Pala Raceway on April 5-9. The California Classic is a popular amateur motocross event in Southern California operated by 2XPromotions.
The FMF California Classic motocross event began in 2013 as an AMA-sanctioned SoCal race. Scheduled at the same time as spring break, the California Classic features four days of exciting racing in over 40 classes. The event utilizes a championship format with three motos. Since its inception, the California Classic has been all about fun and family. This year is expected to be better than ever.
For the first time, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC will serve as the official online retailer sponsor of the FMF California Classic. Aside from general support provided to the event, this also includes the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Race Gas program. Every racer who competes in at least one class will receive one $20 Rocky Mountain ATV/MC gift card.
“We’re happy to have Rocky Mountain ATV/MC on board as the official online retailer sponsor,” said Myron Short of 2XPromotions. “We’re excited for this partnership and how it will help grow the FMF California Classic to be even better.”
“The amateur riders and their families compose the backbone of this industry. We haven’t forgotten it, and that’s why we’re excited to be able to sponsor an event like the California Classic,” said Dan Thomas, CEO and Founder of Rocky Mountain ATV/MC. “We know that everyone who attends will have a great time, and we’re happy to be a part of it.”
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC is the trusted online source for high quality riding gear, parts and accessories for dirt bikes, ATVs, UTVs, dual sport bikes and street motorcycles. Rocky Mountain ATV/MC has provided low prices and unparalleled customer service for over 32 years. With the RM Cash program, a fit-guarantee apparel exchange, free three-day shipping and a price match guarantee, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC continues to deliver a premier shopping experience for the off-road enthusiast. For more information, visit www.RockyMountainATVMC.com.
2XPromotions was founded in over a decade ago in California for action sport event management with a focus in amateur motocross. 2XPromotions operates major events such as the prestigious Mammoth Motocross, the FMF California Classic, the King of the West MX series, and several Loretta Lynn’s Area Qualifiers and Regional Championships.
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Courtesy of American International Motorcycle Expo
New Columbus Location Puts The Powersports Industry’s Expo Close To Dealers
IRVINE, CA – March 29, 2017 – Motorcycle and powersports dealerships can start planning for the 2017 American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) presented by Nationwide, with the opening of the show’s free dealer registration portal.
In a new location and at a new time, the Motorcycle Industry Council
produced AIMExpo will fill up the entire exhibition space at the Greater
Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, from September 21-24. The
highly-anticipated move puts the industry’s biggest show within 500
miles of 41% of the nation’s dealers, making the event – where 2018
products will be launched – more accessible to dealership personnel than
ever before.
Qualified dealers will discover a streamlined registration process
for their free trade-attendee credential that secures access to a
variety of valuable tools and experiences at the industry’s only
all-inclusive powersports expo. Kicking off AIMExpo’s four-day format
are two days dedicated specifically to trade and media. Dealers,
industry and media attendees will have the opportunity to personally
interact with and view global and North American new product
introductions from OEMs and aftermarket companies.
At the Powersports DEALER Seminars presented by PowerSports Business (PSB),
retailers will have free access to a wide range of seminars geared
toward enhancing their business and helping it reach its ultimate
potential. Presenters are among the best and brightest leaders in the
industry, as selected by PSB. Dealers will also be able to participate
in demo rides on a variety of machines at AIMExpo Outdoors!
“Creating a valuable dealer experience, including educational
seminars that help make a dealer’s business more effective and
profitable, and a showcase of the industry’s new products that will
drive sales in 2018 are vital reasons why a dealer needs to attend,”
said Cinnamon Kernes, AIMExpo Show Director. “We recognize the
investment a dealer needs to make in time and expense to attend, and we
are working hard to provide a substantial ROI for their investment.”
She added, “the new central location makes AIMExpo less than a day’s
drive for nearly half of the U.S. dealers and only a short flight for
even more. The downtown Columbus location will remind many dealers of
industry shows from previous years, except the weather will be warm! As
the only convention in town, we’re looking forward to having the
powersports industry take over downtown Columbus, bringing to life the
tight-knit community that we all know and love.”
Dealer registration is free to all motorcycle and powersports dealers at AIMExpoUSA.com/register. In addition, dealers will find information about where to stay with special show rates at host hotels.
Dealers with questions about AIMExpo or registering to attend can call toll free at 855-MC-SHOWS (855-627-4697) or visit AIMExpoUSA.com for more general show information.
Be sure to stay tuned to the AIMExpoUSA.com
website and keep up to date on exciting news as it happens by visiting
AIMExpo’s social media pages. “Like” the American International
Motorcycle Expo on Facebook, and “Follow” on Twitter or Instagram: @AIMExpo.
About American International Motorcycle Expo
The American International Motorcycle Expo’s (www.aimexpousa.com)
purpose is to serve as the catalyst to bring together industry, press,
dealers and consumers in a single arena that creates a grand stage for
motorcycling and powersports in the U.S. and North America, and delivers
an efficient and energetic market-timed expo platform for B2B and B2C
in the greater powersports industry. AIMExpo is the single most
important event of its type in the North American market and has
international impact within the motorcycling and powersports community.
About the Motorcycle Industry Council
The Motorcycle Industry Council exists to preserve, protect and
promote motorcycling through government relations, communications and
media relations, statistics and research, aftermarket programs,
development of data communications standards, activities surrounding
technical and regulatory issues, and the American International
Motorcycle Expo. As a not-for-profit, national industry association, the
MIC seeks to support motorcyclists by representing manufacturers,
distributors, dealers and retailers of motorcycles, scooters, ATVs,
ROVs, motorcycle/ATV/ROV parts, accessories and related goods and
services, and members of allied trades such as insurance, finance and
investment companies, media companies and consultants.
The MIC is headquartered in Irvine, California, with a government
relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. First called the MIC
in 1970, the organization has been in operation since 1914. Visit the
MIC at www.mic.org.
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KR4 Team Visits Local Georgia School to Present Anti-Bullying Program
SPARTA, GA, March 26, 2017- On Sunday, the
forecast for rain held off for the round three of the Amsoil Grand
National Cross Country (GNCC) series. This made for humid and dusty
conditions on the track.
Tayla Jones
captured her third consecutive WXC win! Tayla had a small crash on the
last lap, but not enough to cause her problems, as shown by her 4 minute
gap behind Mullins who was the overall leader. Tayla said on the podium
that she's been "trying to take things one race at a time" and so far
it seems to be a winning strategy for her.
Tayla Jones WXC 1st Place
Tayla Jones Third Consecutive GNCC WXC Win
Grant
Baylor XC1 took off mid-pack and worked his way up into the 5th place
position but just could not hold strong in that position toward the last
laps and dropped back to land in 8th place. Scott Grills XC1 had
mechanical problems and was unable to finish. Jesper Borjesson XC2 broke
his hand guard and struggled throughout the race with problems related
and finished in 11th place. Hunter Neuwirth XC3 had a season best
finish for 4th in that highly competitive class.
Conner
Keegan 4-Stroke A Lites had the best race so far this season and
captured 2nd place followed by Colin Keegan in 5th place. Hunter
Williams 4-Stroke A Lites finished in 8th place followed by Colton
Reschke who flew in from Minnesota to experience the KR4 Arrive and Ride
program for this race and finished in 16th place.
Hunter Neuwirth XC3 4th Place
Additional KR4 Team Riders Results:
Troy Horbaty 85 7-11 6th
Bill Gold Silver Masters A 55+ 1st place
Grant Baylor XC1 8th
Scott Grills XC1 mechanical problems
Jesper Borjesson XC2 11th
Hunter Neuwirth XC3 4th
Colin Keegan 4-Stroke A Lites 5th
Conner Keegan 4-Stroke A Lites 2nd
Chase Sweda 250B 2nd
Brandon Keegan 200B 5th
Hunter Williams 4-Stroke A Lites 8th
Colton Reschke 4-Stroke A Lites 16th
Brandon
Keegan 200B had been suffering from the flu a few days prior which made
for a tough race but he finished strong in 5th place. Chase Sweda 250B
is doing well for the season and is second in points and continues to
chase the championship and finished this race in 2nd place.
Chase Sweda 250B 2nd Place
Grass Roots Riders for the GNCC Race:
Johnny Trump 125 B/C 6th
Ronnie Kosarik Super Mini 14-15 30th
Dylan Kosarik 65 10-11 17th
Some of our
KR4 riders visited John Hancock Academy in partnership with the GNCC "On
Track" which is an anti-bullying program created to reach kids in
schools.
KR4 WXC
rider, Tayla Jones, and 250B rider, Chase Sweda, signed autographs and
talked with kids after the program at John Hancock Academy in Georgia.
About KR4
KR4 Performance is
a leading professional and amateur race team that participates in the
Grand National Cross Country Championships (GNCC), the Full Gas Sprint
Enduro Series (FGSE), and the National Enduro Promotions Group (NEPG)
Series. KR4's team won the 2016 Kenda Full Gas Sprint Enduro
Championship. KR4 Pro Thad Duvall was a member of the historic American
ISDE team, which won the 2016 International Six Day Enduro Championship.
KR4's solid team structure is made up of former GNCC pros, expert
motorcycle mechanics, and industry enthusiasts that are 100% dedicated
to helping clients achieve their racing goals. Visit www.kr4performance.com for more information.
About the KR4 Arrive-N-Ride Program: KR4
is paving the way for the future of off-road racing with its
unparalleled Arrive-n-Ride Program, saving riders time, money, and
hassle. For an affordable fee, KR4 can offset the cost of racing and
have everything ready for riders on race day. With the KR4
Arrive-N-Ride program, bikes are prepped by the KR4 team before a race
and delivered with gear to riders on race day to the location of their
choosing. To learn more or sign up for the Arrive-n-Ride Experience,
please contact fkeegan@kr4performance.com or visit www.kr4performance.com.
For additional information, follow the team on Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram. For the team's photo gallery, visit their Flickr page.
About GNCC Racing: The
AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series presented by Maxxis is
America's premier off-road racing series. Founded in 1975, the 13-round
championship is produced exclusively by Racer Productions. Cross-country
racing is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world. The
grueling three-hour GNCC races lead as many as 2,400 riders through
tracks ranging in length from eight to 12 miles. With varied terrain,
including hills, woods, mud, dirt, rocks and motocross sections, GNCC
events are tests of both survival and speed. The series draws talent
from all over the U.S., Central America, South America, Europe, Japan,
Australia and New Zealand. GNCC Racing is televised weekly on NBC Sports
and RacerTV.com. For more information, please visit www.gnccracing.com.
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Round 2 of the Onsia Sound Art Women's Motocross Championship (WMX) took place this weekend as part of the Freestone Spring Championship under blue skies and on a great track - and included the top WMX racers in the series. It was Team Green Kawasaki'sHannah Hodgeswho took the overall win for the second race in a row, posting 1-2 moto finishes and taking bothMyLucasOil.comholeshot awards.
Hannah Hodges, Brandy Richards and Shelby Rolen filled out the podium for Round 2 of the Onsia WMX.
- MX Sports
In Moto One, it was Hodges with the holeshot just inches in front of the WMX current champion,Kylie Fasnacht, followed byJamie AstudilloandEve Brodeur. Hodges led the race from start to finish with Fasnacht unfortunately making close friends with a sand berm allowing Astudillo to make the pass and take over 2nd place.Brandy Richardshad a mid-pack start and eventually put her Yamaha into the 3rd podium position.Shelby Rolentook fourth followed by Brodeur. Fasnacht remounted and was able to finish 10th overall.
This photo could be from Moto One or Moto Two as the result was the same for both. Hannah Hodges took the MyLucasOil.com$100 award both times, followed by Kylie Fasnacht and Jamie Astudillo.
- MX Sports
The start of Moto Two was a replay of Moto One with Hodges grabbing her secondMyLucasOil.comholeshot. You could almost throw a blanket over Hodges and Fasnacht as they crossed the holeshot line. Astudillo was once again in hot pursuit in third - but in turn two, the combination of a slick surface and too much throttle quickly turned Astudillo into a speed bump for the other riders. Richards moved into the 3rd spot followed by Brodeur and Rolen. Halfway through the race, and with additional traffic, Fasnacht pulled the trigger on Hodges and took over the lead to the finish line. Richards stayed consistent holding down the 3rd spot with Rolen moving into 4th. Brittany Gagne and Amanda Brown both recovered from slow starts to move into the 5th and 6th positions.
This is the second WMX race in a row where Hannah Hodges came away with the overall victory and earning two more MyLucasOil holeshot awards.
- MX Sports
Hodges' 1/2 moto finishes gave her the win on the day followed by Richards (3/3) in 2nd, Rolen (4/4) for 3rd and Fasnacht in 4th with 10/1 moto finishes.
Round Three of the Onsia WMX will take placeApril 9as part of the FMF California Classic at the Pala Raceway in Southern California. For more information about the series, go toRaceWMX.com. For more information about the Pala event or to register to race, go toCaliforniaClassicMX.com
Brandy Richards received the rock star treatment while being interviewed by the Freestone DitchBanger.TV live stream crew.
- MX Sports
FREESTONE WMX RESULTS
Hannah Hodges 1/2
Brandy Richards 3/3
Shelby Rolen 4/4
Kylie Fasnacht 10/1
Amanda Brown 6/6
Eve Brodeur 5/7
Jamie Astudillo 2/10
Brittany Gagne 8/5
Marissa Polencheck 7/8
Lauren Woods 9/9
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Hannah Hodges #172 - 1st Overall
In the first moto, I got off to a good start and started building a solid lead. When I got to the pit board I had a huge lead so I started just riding smart and tried to conserve my shoulder for the next moto, after hurting it earlier in the week. In the second moto I got a good start again and was beginning to pull a little and then got tangled with a lapper and just tried to ride smart at that point since I knew I had the overall.
Brandy Richards #19 - 2nd Overall
My races didn't go too badly. In the first moto I started fifth and got into second by the third lap but ended up going down pretty hard but got up as quick as possible. I fell back to fifth and ended up salvaging a third. In the second moto I started in fourth and got into third pretty quick and just set a good pace and stayed there. I'm not the happiest with my results but I have a lot to take from these races and all I can do now is go home and work harder so I hopefully put up a little bit more of a fight next time!
Shelby Rolen #445 - 3rd Overall
I got off to a top 5 start in moto one and ran with Jamie Astudillo for the first couple of laps. I was running 5th and with falls from Fasnacht and Richards found myself running in 3rd. I started losing back brakes on lap 4 which led to me riding tight and getting arm pump. I faded really bad with the arm pump and ended up giving 3rd back to Richards with about a lap and half to go. After the moto, I was far from happy with how I rode so I regrouped and came to the line for moto 2 prepared to ride the way I know I can. This time I got a solid start and found myself in 4th at the end of lap one. I put my head down and just simply rode my own race and tried to keep my mistakes to a minimum because I knew my 4-4 was going to be good enough for a podium spot. I was much more satisfied with my riding in moto 2 despite the same finishing position, I felt like I rode much better. All in all my starts were much better than Daytona and honestly I have always struggled with the track here at Freestone so I will take a 3rd overall as a personal victory and move on the next one. My 4 motos scores are the best I have ever started a season out with so I am really looking forward to what 2017 has in store for me!
Kylie Fasnacht #1 - 4th Overall
In the first moto I had a second place start behind Hodges. Followed her for two laps or so and was getting closer on third lap. I sent it off a single going into the sand sweeper and my bike shot sideways instead of straight. I did my best to save it but I failed at doing that and took a face plant to the berm. I got my breath back and took back off, then fell again on the 4th lap in a turn - just a minor tip over - got back up again and was almost being lapped by Hodges at that time. My handlebars were bent to crap and my arm was killing me from my bike plowing me in my first crash, but I knew if I got lapped by her that would only make it harder for me at the end of the day (results wise) as with that extra lap I was able to make more passes to move more ahead, so I was able to get a decent gap between Hodges and myself even riding the way I was and I was able to salvage a tenth place that race.
I was feeling sore coming into second moto but knew that all I had to do was ride the race and be smart to take the win home. I jumped off the gate solid, yet again coming out right behind Hodges, then tracked her for a few laps, got my lines dialed and pulled the trigger, I believe, on lap four or five where we were catching lappers. Then I just focused and worked on getting a gap between the two of us to take home the second moto win. A 10-1 for a 4th overall. We're hungry, healthy, and ready for Pala.
Jamie Astudillo # 469 - 7th Overall
Freestone had its ups and downs, started off the first moto in third and quickly dropped down into 4th. By the third lap I made my way into second, capitalized on the tip overs the other girls made and just rode smart and tried to improve every lap and got my first second of the season. The second moto didn't go as planned, I got off the start in 4th and wanted to make quick passes, got on the gas a little too hard coming out of the second corner and slid out. Unfortunately I got hit by another girl and banged up my arm pretty bad. I tried to ride as hard as I could, but with the rough the track, my arm couldn't take all the hits and also my bars were pretty messed up. So I just pushed through it as hard as I could and made a few passes and got back to tenth. Tough second round for me but happy with how I'm riding so hoping for 2 more podium finishes at round 3!
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About Women's Professional Motocross Championship
The Women's Professional Motocross Championship (WMX), an AMA National Championship, features the world's fastest female outdoor motocross racers. The 8-round series begins with the Ricky Carmichael Amateur Supercross at Daytona International Speedway in March and concludes at the Loretta Lynn Ranch in August. It includes stops at premier motorsport facilities across America, with events in Florida, Texas, California, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Colorado and Tennessee. These top female pro racers compete in a two-moto format on machines ranging from 125cc to 250cc. The WMX series is managed by MX Sports Pro Racing, a West Virginia-based company and industry leader in power sports event production. For more information, please visitwww.racewmx.comor call(304) 284-0101.
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Kailub Russell Races His Way To The Maxxis Cannonball GNCC Overall Win
Toth Makes It Three-in-a-Row in the XC2 250 Pro Division
SPARTA, Ga. (March 26, 2017) - FMF/KTM Factory
Racing's Kailub Russell found himself back on top today, March 26, at
the second Annual Maxxis Cannonball GNCC in Sparta, Georgia. The
forecasted rain held off for the Round 3 of the AMSOIL Grand National
Cross Country (GNCC)
series presented by Maxxis, an AMA National Championship, creating a
rough and tiresome racetrack by the time the world's fastest off-road
racers lined up.
After taking the win just two weeks ago, Russell kept the momentum
rolling where he claimed the $250 All Balls Racing Holeshot Award once
the race was underway. Coastal Racing/Husqvarna's Ryan Sipes didn't let
his injury from last race affect him where he ran right behind Russell
off the start.
Rockstar
Energy/Factory Husqvarna Racing's Thad Duvall was able to make the pass
on Sipes before the first eight miles of the six-lap race was complete.
Russell, Duvall and Sipes held a huge gap on the rest of the pack,
including Beta USA's Jordan Ashburn who was in fourth. The top three may
have had a large gap on the rest of the field, but Russell, Duvall and
Sipes were wheel-to-wheel as they emerged out of the woods at the
nine-mile marker.
SRT/KTM's Steward Baylor, who held second place in points
championship, was nowhere to be seen on the first lap. After struggling
to get his bike fired up on the start, his competitors had a thirty
second lead over him.
After
struggling to get his bike fired on the start, Steward Baylor worked
his way through the pack to earn his third overall podium of the season.
- Ken Hill
Sipes
made quick work in the main field section to pass Duvall and take back
second overall. Duvall continued to hang with Sipes, and made the pass
again just before they checked through timing and scoring for the first
time.
As the second lap wore on, Ashburn continued pushing himself in an
attempt to catch the podium contenders, where he shaved off ten seconds.
Meanwhile, Baylor worked his way into the top five.
Like the previous round, different pit strategies came into play for
Russell and Duvall. As the second lap was coming to a close, Russell
headed in for a splash of gas allowing Duvall to inch closer.
Kailub Russell had his hands full with Thad Duvall, but in the end Russell took home his 42nd career overall win.
- Ken Hill
Halfway
through the race Sipes would find himself dealing with wrist pain from
his accident in Florida. Sipes decided to end his race early in hopes of
letting his hand have a couple more weeks to heal before the Steele
Creek GNCC. Baylor used Sipes' misfortune to his benefit where he took
over the third-place position on the third lap. Ashburn continued to
keep Baylor honest throughout the remainder of the lap.
With only one lap remaining, Duvall would take the lead for a few
miles until making a costly mistake. "I threw away the win. I had a
comfortable lead on Russell coming into the white flag. I crashed so
hard I'm not even sure what happened," said Duvall.
A small mistake cost Thad Duvall the win, but the runner-up pushed through the last lap without a front fender or number plate.
- Ken Hill
Russell
took command of the lead again, but Duvall recovered to still maintain
second. Without a front fender or number plate Duvall faced a whole new
obstacle the last lap. Russell continued to push through the demanding
course to take the win, with his competition, Duvall, recovering to
still finish second overall.
"I had bad stomach cramps in South Carolina, and I got them again
today," said Russell. "I don't know if it's what I'm taking in my drink
bottles during the race or what. I felt okay other than my stomach
cramping. I had a crash and Duvall got away, so I felt like I had just
blown it right there. I caught up to Duvall and saw he was picking
himself up, too. I suffered the entire last lap and I'm not really happy
with today. We need to go back to the drawing board and make some
changes."
Even though he didn't have sight of the leaders, Baylor continued to
ride his own race and challenge himself where he would cross the
checkered flag third after his impressive come-from-behind ride.
Plenty of racing action happened behind the top three riders at the Maxxis Cannonball GNCC.
- Ken Hill
Ashburn
finished just off the podium in fourth, which would score him his best
finish of the year. JCR Honda's Trevor Bollinger rebounded from his last
race, with fifth overall. After suffering from some lingering injuries,
Rockstar Energy/Factory Husqvarna Racing's Josh Strang rode a
consistent race for seventh overall.
In the XC2 250 Pro Lites division, Appalachian Offroad Motorcycles'
Sam Evans grabbed the $100 Hot Cams XC2 Holeshot Award. N-Fab/AmPro's
Josh Toth worked his way through the pack to earn his third straight win
of the season. The Cannonball GNCC treated both RPM/KTM's Mike
Witkowski and New Jersey's Jesse Groemm well where they finished second
and third respectively. XC2 250 Pro Podium: (2) Mike Witkowski, (1) Josh Toth, (3) Jesse Groemm.
- Ken Hill
Coastal
Racing's Jack Edmondson had an exceptional race where he stood in the
middle of the box once again in the FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am class.
Edmondson's charge throughout the race earned him tenth overall ahead of
many of the XC1 and XC2 competitors. Jason Thomas and N-Fab/AmPro
Yamaha's Paul Whibley rounded out the class podium.
The 10 a.m.
race saw a familiar group of ladies on the overall podium. Rocky
Mountain ATV*MC/KR4/Husqvarna Team's Tayla Jones saw her way to her
third win of the season. Defending champion and Fly Racing/Maxxis/Seat
Concepts/KTM-backed Becca Sheets earned second, and Trail Jester's
MacKenzie Tricker was third overall.
In the 8 a.m.
youth race, Zack Davidson continued his dominance and took the
checkered flag one-minute ahead of Peyton Whipkey who finished second.
Super Mini Jr. class winner, Michael Beeler Jr. found his way back onto
the overall podium in third.
The 2017 AMSOIL GNCC Series resumes in two weeks, April 8 and 9,
with the FMF Steele Creek GNCC in Morganton, North Carolina. A
highlight show featuring the Cannonball event will air on the NBC Sports
Network on Sunday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m.
Zack Davidson continued his dominance in the 8 a.m. youth race, taking his third straight win of the season.
- Ken Hill
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Maxxis Cannonball GNCC Sparta, Georgia Round 3 of 13 Sunday, March 26 XC1 Open Pro Event Results:
Kailub Russell (KTM)
Thad Duvall (HSQ)
Steward Baylor (KTM)
Jordan Ashburn (YAM)
Trevor Bollinger (HON)
Josh Strang (HSQ)
Ricky Russell (YAM)
Grant Baylor (HSQ)
Chris Bach (KTM)
Cory Buttrick (KTM)
*Overall National Championship Standings:
Kailub Russell (85)
Steward Baylor (72)
Thad Duvall (50)
Josh Toth (48)
Ricky Russell (43)
Chris Bach (38)
Trevor Bollinger (32)
Russell Bobbitt (31)
Grant Baylor (30)
Mike Witkowski (30)
*Indicates that the Overall National Championship Standings will determine the 2017 National Champion. XC2 250 Pro Event Results:
Josh Toth (YAM)
Michael Witkowski (KTM)
Jesse Groemm (KTM)
Zack Hayes (KTM)
Trevor Barrett (YAM)
Craig Delong (HSQ)
Evan Smith (KTM)
Austin Lee (HON)
Layne Michael (HSQ)
Brendan Riordan (YAM)
XC2 250 Pro Series Standings:
Josh Toth (90)
Craig Delong (61)
Mike Witkowski (58)
Layne Michael (58)
Jesse Groemm (52)
Zack Hayes (43)
Austin Lee (41)
Benjamin Kelley (36)
Jesper Borjessen (30)
Trevor Barrett (25)
About GNCC Racing
The AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series presented by Maxxis is
America's premier off-road racing series. Founded in 1975, the 13-round
championship is produced exclusively by Racer Productions.
Cross-country racing is one of the most physically demanding sports in
the world. The grueling three-hour GNCC races lead as many as 2,400
riders through tracks ranging in length from eight to 12 miles. With
varied terrain, including hills, woods, mud, dirt, rocks and motocross
sections, GNCC events are tests of both survival and speed. The series
draws talent from all over the U.S., Central America, South America,
Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. GNCC Racing is televised
weekly on NBC Sports and RacerTV.com. For more information, please visit www.gnccracing.com. About the American Motorcyclist Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association
whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the
future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and
event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests
at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and
recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving
discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA
Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes
and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com. Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/membership/join.
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