OSBORNE WINS NEW JERSEY SX!

Courtesy of Husqvarna Motorcycles

ANDERSON 3RD, WILSON 10TH IN 450 CLASS

Zach Osborne claimed a victory at the New Jersey Supercross! (Photo: Simon Cudby)

Osborne is currently second overall in 250SX East rider point standings. (Photo: Simon Cudby)

Jason Anderson landed on the podium in New Jersey. (Photo: Simon Cudby)

Dean Wilson finished 10th and is currently 8th overall in 450 rider point standings. (Photo: Simon Cudby)

The Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team earned another win on Saturday at the East Rutherford Supercross, the penultimate round of the series, held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Zach Osborne claimed an impressive victory in the 250SX East class. Teammates Jason Anderson and Dean Wilson finished third and 10th, respectively, in the 450 class. 

 

Zach Osborne, the fastest qualifier in the 250SX East class, pulled the holeshot in his heat, started pulling away aboard his Husqvarna FC 250, and rode strong with over a two-second lead. He held tight to earn the win and a spot in the 250SX East main. He got a mid-pack start in the main and soon navigated into the top-10. He was seventh by the end of the first lap and was on the move to advance. He continued to make impressive passes, navigating into the fourth-place position by the end of the fourth lap. He was showing some serious speed and determination, making two more solid passes to land in second before making an excellent pass for the lead around the halfway mark. He finished the race strong to earn the win. He ended the day with the fastest 250 SX East qualifying time, fastest 250 heat race lap time, and fastest 250 main event lap time. He is currently second overall in 250SX East rider point standings. 

 

“Today was pretty much a perfect day,” said Osborne. “I had the fastest qualifying time, won the heat race, and then won the main event. It doesn’t get much better than that. I gelled with the track from the get-go and enjoyed the ruts. I was able to make it happen. I got off to an OK start in the main event and was able to come through. All-in-all it was a great day and a good swing in the points so I’m happy."

 

Jason Anderson got the holeshot in his heat and rode a steady race to earn the win and a spot in the 450 main. He pulled another holeshot in the main aboard his Husqvarna FC 450 and started pulling away before going down in the corner before the triple. He remounted in seventh and started putting in work to move back through the pack. He put on an amazing charge and made it to fourth with 10 minutes to go. He made the pass for third with two minutes to go and held strong to the finish. He is currently fourth overall in 450 rider point standings.

 

“I had a pretty good day,” said Anderson. “Practice was so-so, but I came around in the night show and I was able to get that heat race win. I felt like I was really bringing it in the main and then just had a little bit of a mistake. I fell over but came back to third."

 

Dean Wilson started in the top-10 in his heat and immediately started battling. He moved up to sixth and held strong to the finish. Only two spots out of a qualifying position, he would have to line up for the 450 semi to earn a spot in the main. He got a mid-pack start in his semi and rocketed up to second before the end of the first lap. He was on the move and made the pass for the lead in the fourth lap before cross-rutting and moving back to second. He battled until the end and would eventually finish second and earn a spot in the 450 main. He was mid-pack at the start of the main and started making passes. He battled around the top-10, moved up to eighth, then went down after getting hit by another rider. He remounted in 10th, continued to push, and finished 10th. He is currently eighth overall in 450 rider point standings. 

 

“I felt like my day was pretty solid,” said Wilson. “I qualified third, which was great. I didn’t do so well in the heat race but rode great in the semi. I had a good battle with Seely. I was actually coming through the pack pretty well in the main event but got off the track and was passed by a few guys, then passed them back and was moving forward but then got cleaned out and crashed. I ended up 10th. It was a learning experience and I’m excited to come back swinging next weekend."

 

The team will now make its way to the series finale next Saturday at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas, NV. 

 

East Rutherford Supercross Results

250SX East Results:
1. Zach Osborne – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing2. Dylan Ferrandis
3. Joey Savatgy

250SX West Rider Point Standings:
1. Joey Savatgy – 166 points
2. Zach Osborne – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing – 159 points3. Jordon Smith – 158 points
4. Adam Cianciarulo – 144 points
5. Dylan Ferrandis – 126 points
6. Christian Craig – 96 points
7. Luke Renzland – 83 points
8. Anthony Rodriguez – 80 points
9. Kyle Cunningham – 76 points
10. Mitchell Harrison – 74 points

450 Results:
1. Ryan Dungey
2. Marvin Musquin
3. Jason Anderson – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing…
10. Dean Wilson – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

450 Rider Point Standings:
1. Ryan Dungey – 341 points
2. Eli Tomac – 332 points
3. Marvin Musquin – 292 points
4. Jason Anderson – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing – 248 points5. Cole Seely – 212 points
6. Davi Millsaps – 208 points
7. Blake Baggett – 206 points
8. Dean Wilson – Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing – 169 points9. Chad Reed – 167 points
10. Broc Tickle – 167 points

 

Decision of the Race Director, East Rutherford, N.J., Supercross

Courtesy of AMA

PICKERINGTON, OH – April 30, 2017 – On April 29, 2017, after the 250SX main event, a protest was filed with regards to an on-track incident involving rider #17 Joey Savatgy. After a complete review of the incident, including video and eyewitness accounts, it was determined by the Race Director that rider #17 did exit the track and re-enter in a different location. In doing so, rider #17 did gain positions and an advantage while cutting a section of the race track. This is in violation of rule 4.16.i.

4.16 On-Track Regulations
i. A rider leaving the course may continue the race by properly re-entering the track at the closest safe point to where the rider left the course without gaining an advantage.

1. While off course, the rider may not accelerate in an unsafe manner.
2. If a rider accelerates in an unsafe manner while off course or cuts part of the race course, the rider may be determined to have gained an advantage without gaining a position.
3. It will be the duty of the Race Director or his designee to make the determination as to whether a rider gained an advantage by leaving the racecourse and re-entering.
4. The penalty for gaining an advantage while off course during a race will be the loss of number of positions gained plus one additional position in the final results for that race. If no positions were gained, the penalty will be the loss of one position in the final results for that race.
5. The penalty for gaining an advantage while off course during qualifying will be the loss of the rider’s fastest lap time during that session.

It was determined that by not re-entering the track in the lane where the rider left the track, he gained 4 positions and an advantage. As per the 2017 Monster Energy AMA Supercross an FIM World Championship rulebook, the penalty for this infraction is a loss of 5 positions in the final results.

An appeal was presented by the rider and an appeals hearing was convened. After reviewing all evidence presented by both parties it was determined by the appeals panel that the infraction did occur and the penalty was justified. The decision of the Race Director was confirmed. The decision of the appeals panel is final; no further appeal is possible.

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.

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Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/KTM’s Smith Takes Over Points Lead in New Jersey

Courtesy of TLD/Red Bull/KTM

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – April 30, 2017 – Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/KTM’s Jordon Smith put together a solid effort on a demanding track in the MetLife Stadium as the Eastern Regional 250SX riders faced their penultimate round. Smith’s crossed the line in fourth place, but after another rider was assessed a penalty, was awarded third-place result. That bump pushed him into the points lead with one round remaining. Teammate Alex Martin sat out the race in New Jersey and will likely return for the opening round of the Pro Motocross season.

After scoring third in his heat race, Smith was ready for the main event on a beautiful night in New Jersey. The No. 44 rider got off to a decent start but was stuck mid-pack and was having a tough time passing on the slippery track. About halfway he was able to get in a groove and moved forward from his eighth-place start, eventually working his way to finish just off the podium in fourth. After an assessed penalty to another rider, Smith was awarded the final podium position in third. When it was all said and done in New Jersey, Smith was awarded the coveted red plate with one round remaining.

“This track was tough tonight and hard to really get going on,” said Smith. “I felt really good and happy to at least pull it together at the end to make up some points in the championship. I’m excited for Vegas and what we might be able to do there. I know it’s basically a do or die situation with only a one point lead, but it feels great to be in the position for my team.”

The final race of the season will take place next weekend in Las Vegas with both regions racing their final rounds inside Sam Boyd Stadium. With one race left, all the riders have graced the podium this season and are hopeful to collect one more great result in Las Vegas.

Smith was wearing the GP 50/50 Red Racewear, which was accompanied by the SE4 Factory White Helmet. See all of the 2017 gear sets and the 2017 Moto Helmets online and at your local TLD retailer.

250SX Class Main Event Results

1. Zach Osborne (Husqvarna)
2. Dylan Ferrandis (Yamaha)
3. Jordon Smith (KTM)
4. Adam Cianciarulo (Kawasaki)
5. Christian Craig (Honda)
6. Kyle Cunningham (Suzuki)
7. Luke Renzland (Suzuki)
8. Joey Savatgy (Kawasaki)
9. Cameron Mcadoo (Honda)
10. Anthony Rodriguez (Yamaha)
    Alex Martin – DNS

250SX Class Points, After 8 of 9 Rounds

1. Jordon Smith (KTM), 160
2. Zach Osborne (Husqvarna), 159
3. Joey Savatgy (Kawasaki), 159
4. Adam Cianciarulo (Kawasaki), 146
5. Dylan Ferrandis (Yamaha), 126
6. Christian Craig (Honda), 97
7. Luke Renzland (Yamaha), 84
8. Anthony Rodriguez (Yamaha), 80
9. Kyle Cunningham (Suzuki), 77
10. Mitchell Harrison (Yamaha), 74
    12.Alex Martin (KTM), 60

About Troy Lee Designs

For over 30 years, Troy Lee has been customizing helmets “For The World’s Fastest Racers.” TLD’s relentless commitment to creating products that exceed the cutting edge of style, design and quality, has earned them the reputation as an innovator in many different fields of racing. Troy Lee Designs has since expanded into a full force operation, offering a complete line of helmets, apparel and premium protection for off-road motorcycling and bicycling, sportswear and accessories, and operating the TLD supercross and motocross teams. Based in Corona, California, Troy Lee Designs has a global network of distributors.

About KTM

“READY TO RACE” for KTM, these three words are far more than a simple slogan. They stand for the entire company philosophy of developing vehicles that can without any modifications comprehensively assert themselves in any race. Direct from the dealer onto the track and into the battle for victory. Designers, engineers and riders are bound by a clear common denominator: an unconditional passion for motorcycles. The whole KTM family is a living example of this worldwide. Countless offroad World and European championship titles plus brilliant victories in the world’s toughest races (International Six Days Enduro, Dakar Rally, Erzbergrodeo, and many more) all speak for themselves. And KTM Supermotos, Naked Bikes, Superbikes and the X-Bow all demonstrate what an “orange” lead means on asphalt.

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Cycle Trader Releases Snowmobile Trader and PWC Trader Apps for Powersports Sites

Courtesy of Cycle Trader

Newly announced iOS and Android apps give consumers another way to search for their next unit on-the-go

April 27, 2017 –Cycle Trader, a division of Dominion Enterprises, has released the Snowmobile Trader and PWC Trader apps to complement its industry-leading sites. Available on iTunes and Google Play, these new powersports apps enhance the mobile buying experience by allowing more than 250,000 monthly buyers already on mobile devices an easy-to-use application to search for their next unit, no matter what device they may be using. Following a sturdy iOS and Android presence of the Cycle Trader app for over five years, as well as a successful ATV Trader app launch in 2016, the new additions round out the Cycle Trader portfolio of mobile apps catering to consumers looking for their next powersports vehicle.

The Cycle Trader suite of apps makes it easy for users to browse geo-located search results, save searches and keep track of vehicles they are interested in, all from the ease of their homescreen. Users can also calculate payments and compare shipping options, further helping them determine the unit and dealer that best fit their needs.

“Our mobile apps are designed to put our inventory in front of consumers whenever and wherever they are searching,” said Paige Bouma, vice president of Cycle Trader. “These apps not only make it easier for consumers to find their dream unit, but also significantly expand the online marketplace for powersports sellers.”

The apps launched mid-February, and are available on both Android and iOS devices:

Snowmobile Trader: iOS // Google Play

PWC Trader: iOS // Google Play

Other applications in the company’s powersports portfolio include the Cycle Trader and ATV Trader apps.

About Cycle Trader

Cycle Trader, a division of Dominion Enterprises, is composed of a unique portfolio of classifieds sites, including Cycle Trader, ATV Trader, PWC Trader, and Snowmobile Trader. With more than 400,000 new and pre-owned units available from dealers and private sellers, these sites connect millions of active powersports buyers to sellers across the country. Cycle Trader offers sellers a comprehensive suite of digital marketing solutions to help them advertise their inventory across all devices.

About Dominion Enterprises

Dominion Enterprises is a leading online marketing and software services company offering client solutions across multiple targeted business verticals. Our widely recognized B2C web and mobile portals, including ForRent.com, Homes.com, CycleTrader.com and BoatTrader.com, generate nearly 30 million unique visits monthly. Our B2B cloud SaaS solutions directly support clients in establishing their online and mobile brands, generating leads, and managing customer relationships. Dominion Enterprises has more than 40 businesses and 3,000 employees in our Norfolk, Va. home office and across the U.S.

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2017 SEMA Show Registration Now Open

Courtesy of SEMA-Specialty Equipment Market Association

Online registration at www.semashow.com/register open to attendees, exhibitors, and media

DIAMOND BAR, CA – April 26, 2017 –Registration to attend the 2017 SEMA Show is now open at www.semashow.com/register. The annual trade show for the automotive aftermarket is set for Tuesday-Friday, Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2017, in Las Vegas.

Registration is offered in three categories: attendee, exhibitor, and media.

Attendee: Distributors, retailers, installers, and buyers who will be meeting with exhibitors at the 2017 SEMA Show should register using the “attendee” link. Applicants may be required to submit proof of employment in the industry, and approved attendees who register before the early deadline in October will receive their badges in the mail.

The SEMA Show enables automotive specialty equipment manufacturers to debut products and
connect with industry buyers from all over the world.

Attendees may also sign up for special events and seminars, including those offered by the Society of Collision & Repair Specialists (SCRS), Tire Industry Association (TIA), Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), and the SEMA Show Education program, which typically hosts more than five dozen sessions on topics such as trends, technologies, and opportunities.

Exhibitor: The exhibitor category is for company personnel working in the booths of exhibiting companies. To secure an exhibitor badge, individuals will need to have the unique password and user id that was provided, via email, to the primary (or key) contact at the exhibiting company. The primary contact may register the entire staff at one time quickly and easily.

Exhibitor badges are not to be used for non-employees, including contest winners, contractors, customers, and vendors. Domestic exhibitors (USA/Canada) who register before the early deadline in October will receive their badges in the mail. International exhibitor badges will be available for pick up onsite upon presenting a matching government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver’s license.

During registration, exhibitors will also be able to order complimentary tickets to the SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. Tickets to the banquet, which is attended by 3,000 Showgoers and considered by many to be the industry’s premier celebration, sell for $50 each.

Media: Journalists covering the SEMA Show can register for complimentary media credentials using the “media” link. Applicants may need to supply proof of media affiliation, such as bylined articles or business cards. All approved media will be able to pick up their credentials onsite in the SEMA Show Media Center, a fully functional pressroom with all the tools necessary to assist with reporting from the event.

“The SEMA Show is the world’s leading automotive trade event where manufacturers and buyers in the automotive aftermarket gather to do business each year,” said SEMA Vice President of Communications & Events Peter MacGillivray. “By registering early for this year’s SEMA Show, the applicant expedites the registration process, can save money, and is kept up-to-date on breaking Show news.”

For more information about the 2017 SEMA Show, log on to www.semashow.com. To register for the 2017 SEMA Show, visit www.semashow.com/register.

About SEMA and the SEMA Show

The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars and trucks. For more information, visit www.semashow.com or www.sema.org.

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Legendary High Point Raceway Receives Major Makeover in Preparation for 2017 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

Courtesy of MX Sports

Red Bull High Point National Hosts East Coast Opener on June 17

MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (April 26, 2017) – One of the most iconic venues in American motocross will feature a dramatically new look this season as legendary High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, underwent arguably its biggest makeover in four decades. The famed track, which straddles the Mason-Dixon Line on the border of Pennsylvania and West Virginia, will host the East Coast opener of the 2017 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship and Round 4 of the 12-race summer season with the Red Bull High Point National on June 17.

The High Point National recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, providing a fitting milestone to make both competitive and visual enhancements to the sprawling layout. While various levels of change have occurred at High Point since it opened in 1976, this year’s changes will arguably have the biggest impact. The entire start gate has been moved for the first time, resulting in a longer start straight that will be fairer for all 40 riders on the gate, and also safer as the field roars into the first turn. Additionally, the updated track design will utilize High Point’s natural valley setting better than ever before. This will result in the introduction of several new obstacles to challenge the riders, more elevation changes, and enhanced viewing lines for the fans all around the race track.

“High Point Raceway has been in a constant state of evolution since it hosted its first AMA MotocrossNational back in 1977. However, with the recent 40thanniversary landmark we knew the timing was right to really do something special and begin a new era of competition at High Point with a virtually all-new layout,” said MX Sports Pro Racing President Davey Coombs, whose father Dave Coombs Sr. founded High Point Raceway, along with brother Jack and Carroll Holbert, on the Holbert family farm. “We’re really excited to welcome the world’s fastest racers for the Red Bull High Point National on June 17 and watch them put the new design to the ultimate test. Moreover, we’re thrilled to elevate the experience of the thousands of fans that will fill the hillsides over Father’s Day weekend.” 

The roots of the track layout that brought notoriety to High Point centered on a European-style layout loaded with hills and off-camber turns. The new design stays true to those roots, while adding more modern features to accommodate the power and speed of today’s motorcycles and exceptionally talented athletes. 

Prior to the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle championship, the four-wheeled excitement of the Wiseco ATV Motocross National Championship (ATVMX) will be the first to bring professional action to the new High Point layout on May 20.

For information on the High Point National, please visit highpointpromx.com and be sure to follow all of the High Point social media channels for exclusive content and additional information on the latest news:

• Facebook: @highpointmx
• Instagram: @highpointmx
• Twitter: @HighPointMX
• New Track Video: YouTube courtesy Zak Lowery 

For information about the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, please visit ProMotocross.com and be sure to follow all of the Pro Motocross social media channels for exclusive content and additional information on the latest news:

• Facebook: @americanmotocross
• Instagram: @promotocross
• Twitter: @ProMotocross
• YouTube: AmericanMotocross 

Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship

The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, features the world's fastest outdoor motocross racers, racing aboard the best bikes each factory offers, on the roughest, toughest tracks in the world. The 12-rounds series begins at Hangtown in May and ends at Indiana's Ironman Raceway in August. It includes stops at the premier motocross racing facilities in America, with events in California, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Michigan, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington, New York and Indiana. The pro riders race on Saturday afternoon, with competition divided into two classes: one for 250cc machines, and one for 450cc machines. The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship is managed by MX Sports Pro Racing, the industry leader in off-road power sports event production. The series is televised on NBC, NBCSN and MAVTV and streamed live on NBC Sports Gold Series partners include Lucas Oil (series title sponsor), Red Bull, GoPro, WPS, Fly Racing, GEICO Motorcycle, MotoSport.com, Garmin, 100%, KTM, FMF, Deltran Battery Tender, Pirelli, Suzuki, Husqvarna, Pivot Works, Vertex, Alpinestars, KMC Wheels, MotionPro, VP Racing Fuels, Acerbis and Racer X.  More information can be found at www.ProMotocross.com.  

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RCH/Yoshimura/Suzuki Factory Racing Hopes Dashed in Promising Effort

Courtesy of Team Suzuki Press Office

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – April 24, 2017 – A promising night that had the makings of a pair of strong finishes ended in disappointment for RCH/Yoshimura/Suzuki Factory Racing when Monster Energy Supercross, an FIM World Championship, made its return to Salt Lake City Saturday night.

Justin Bogle, rider of the No. 19 Suzuki RM-Z450, collected the holeshot at Round 15 and was racing inside the top five when his machine got away from him in the whoop section at Rice-Eccles Stadium, just prior to the halfway mark of the 450SX Class main event. Extensive damage forced Bogle to the mechanics area so his team could survey the damage and offer makeshift repairs, ultimately leaving him 21st in the final rundown.

“I just made a mistake in the whoops and it ended up costing us,” explained Bogle. “We had a great night going right up until that point. I qualified straight out of the heat, drilled the holeshot in the main event, and was running with the leaders until I went down. That’s just kind of how our season has gone. It’s a tough pill to swallow and I’m not making any excuses. We’ll just keep working hard and hope our luck swings back the other way.”

Bogle’s RCH teammate Broc Tickle, the senior member of RCH’s Suzuki RM Army, also qualified for the main event straight from his heat race and had a strong top 10 run going until an incident just before halfway eventually shuffled him back to 12th when the checkered flag waved.

Despite coming up two spots short of a top 10, Tickle held on to eighth in points where he paces veterans Dean Wilson and Chad Reed by nine with two races remaining on the 2017 schedule.

“Overall, it was a pretty good night but I would have really liked to get out of there with a better finish than 12th,” offered Tickle. “I had a good heat race and transferred straight into the main but I got a terrible start and had to try and catch up for the rest of the night. I was making my way forward but it didn’t work out like we hoped. We’ll go on to East Rutherford and Las Vegas and try and finish out the last two on a high note.”

Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, returns to New Jersey this weekend when the series visits MetLife Stadium. The 16th of 17 races on the 2017 Monster Energy Supercross calendar will be televised live on FOX Saturday, April 29 beginning at 5 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, 2 p.m. Pacific.

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Kailub Russell Wins CST Tires Camp Coker Bullet GNCC

Courtesy of GNCC Racing

Josh Toth Claims Fifth XC2 250 Pro Victory of the Season

SOCIETY HILL, S.C. (April 23, 2017) - The 2017 AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series presented by Maxxis, an AMA National Championship, continued today, April 23, with the second annual CST Tires Camp Coker Bullet GNCC. At the conclusion of the seven-lap race it was FMF/KTM Factory Racing's Kailub Russell who took home the win in Society Hill, South Carolina.

Rockstar Energy/Factory Husqvarna Racing's Josh Strang jumped out to the early lead grabbing his third $250 All Balls Racing Holeshot Award of the year. N-Fab/AmPro Yamaha's Ricky Russell accompanied Strang as they headed out of the first turn.

Josh Strang jumped out to the early lead with Ricky Russell following on his rear wheel.

- Ken Hill

Strang's teammate, Thad Duvall, also got off to a favorable start and made his way to the lead position by the two-mile mark. Duvall continued charging where he began to pull a gap on Strang and R Russell.

R Russell made the pass for second on the Camp Coker motocross track, and by this time K Russell wasn't far behind the podium contenders. Strang would also lose another position in the sand rollers to K Russell who was moving through the pack quick. By the conclusion of the second lap K Russell sat in second while Duvall maintained control of the lead.

Thad Duvall's ride at the CST Tires Camp Coker Bullet GNCC proved he's hungry for the top spot of the box.

- Ken Hill

Duvall and K Russell maintained a consistent 20 second gap between themselves on the second lap, while R Russell found himself in a heated battle with Beta USA's Jordan Ashburn. Before long, SRT/KTM's Steward Baylor also found himself in the mix with R Russell and Ashburn.

R Russell succumbd to the pressure of Ashburn in the final second of the moto track. With a semi-clear path, Ashburn began to separate himself from Baylor who now rode in fourth.

K Russell began to gain on Duvall around the mid-way point of the race after the dup both stopped for a regular pit stop. With much of the focus on Duvall and K Russell, Baylor managed to slide his way into a podium position and begin to make up for lost time.

Kailub Russell rode majority of the race in the runner-up position until the white flag lap.

- Ken Hill

Once the two-lap board was out, Duvall and K Russell were rubbing plastic as they approached the pro pits. K Russell made the pass for the lead, but pulled in his pit for a splash of gas, while Duvall neglected to stop where he took back over the lead.

With only four miles remaining in the race, K Russell stole the lead away from Duvall. After leading the past six laps, Duvall didn't stop the fight until disaster struck and he ran out of gas on the motocross track. A KTM crew member was quick to help Duvall and he was back on-track before Baylor could catch up.

Duvall rode the next mile until approaching his team members who gave him another quick fill up to get him through the rest of the course. After following Duvall the whole race, K Russell crossed the finish line in a champion fashion, taking his fourth-straight overall win. Duvall and Baylor rounded out the overall podium.

*Provisional* Overall Podium: (2) Thad Duvall, (1) Kailub Russell, (3) Steward Baylor.

- Ken Hill

As a result of a rule violation, the overall results from today are provisional and pending approval of additional evidence. R Russell had his best finish of the season where he finished just off the podium in fourth. After getting the holeshot, Strang rounded out the top-five overall.

"It was a good day, I just wasn't flowing at the beginning, those guys gapped me in the first lap and a half and once I got to second I knew I was going to have my work cut out for me, but I just put my head down and kept charging," said K Russell. "I went to work all day, chipped away at it and never gave up. Thad was riding well so it's going to be an interesting rest of the season for sure. These guys are keeping me on my toes and making me strive a little harder so it's time to raise the bar again and it's time to get better."

Josh Toth had his work cut out for him, but the Yamaha rider rode away with his fifth-straight XC2 250 Pro class win in the Palmetto State.

- Ken Hill

The XC2 250 Pro division saw some of the closest racing action all day. In the end it would be the N-Fab/AmPro Yamaha rider Josh Toth taking his fifth win of the season. Solid Performance KTM's Jesse Groemm made his way back to the podium in second, and Coastal Racing/Husqvarna's Craig Delong worked his way from outside the top ten to round out the overall podium in third.

The FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am class podium had a shake-up with Jason Thomas taking the top spot on the box. Thomas excelled under pressure from Coastal Racing/Husqvarna and current points leader Jack Edmondson who had to settle for second. SRT/KTM's Mark Heresco Jr. followed in third.

FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am Podium: (2) Jack Edmonston, (1) Jason Thomas, (3) Mark Heresco.

- Ken Hill

Cody Barnes finished 23rd overall along with his 250 A class win, a result that was good enough to earn him the top amateur honors.

The WXC class made a clean sweep for the overall podium in the 10 a.m. race. Rocky Mountain ATV*MC/KR4/Husqvarna's Tayla Jones remains undefeated with five wins. Fly Racing/Maxxis/Seat Concepts/KTM's Becca Sheets and Trail Jesters/KTM's Mackenzie Tricker rounded out the overall podium.

10 a.m. Overall Podium: (2) Becca Sheets, (1) Tayla Jones, (3) Mackenzie Tricker.

- Ken Hill

The first race of the day was the 8 a.m. youth division where Zack Davidson took his fifth-straight overall win after chasing down Peyton Whipkey who finished second. Super Mini Jr. (12-13) class winner Michael Beeler Jr. followed with third overall.

The 1 p.m. race was broadcast LIVE in its entirety on RacerTV.com and can be viewed as an archived video now online by visiting the GNCC LIVE page online. A highlight show featuring the event will air Sunday, June 11, at 3 p.m.

After battling majority of the race with Peyton Whipkey, Zack Davidson returned to the box with another first overall.

- Ken HIll

The 2017 AMSOIL Grand National Cross Country Series resumes May 6 and 7 with the inaugural X-Factor GNCC in Peru, Indiana.

For more information on the series, visit the official website at www.gnccracing.com or call (304) 284-0084. Join the conversation on the series Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and be sure to always hashtag #GNCCLIVE.

CST Tires Camp Coker Bullet GNCC
Society Hill, South Carolina
Round 5 of 13
Sunday, April 23

XC1 Open Pro Event Results:

1. Kailub Russell (KTM)
2. Thad Duvall (HSQ)
3. Steward Baylor (KTM)
4. Ricky Russell (YAM)
5. Josh Strang (HSQ)
6. Jordan Ashburn (BET)
7. Grant Baylor (HSQ)
8. Russell Bobbitt (KTM)
9. Ryan Sipes (HSQ)
10. Trevor Bollinger (HON)

*Overall National Championship Standings:

1. Kailub Russell (145)
2. Steward Baylor (114)
3. Thad Duvall (100)
4. Ricky Russell (75)
5. Josh Toth (74)
6. Trevor Bollinger (57)
7. Jordan Ashburn (56)
8. Russell Bobbitt (54)
9. Grant Baylor (53)
10. Josh Strang (46)

*Indicates that the Overall National Championship Standings will determine the 2017 National Champion. 

XC2 250 Pro Event Results:

1. Josh Toth (YAM)
2. Jesse Groemm (KTM)
3. Craig Delong (HSQ)
4. Layne Michael (HSQ)
5. Mike Witkowski (KTM)
6. Ben Kelley (KTM)
7. Zack Hayes (KTM)
8. Dylan Macritchie (KTM)
9. Trevor Barrett (YAM)
10. Brendan Riordan (YAM)

XC2 250 Pro Series Standings:

1. Josh Toth (140)
2. Craig Delong (101)
3. Mike Witkowski (92)
4. Jesse Groemm (92)
5. Layne Michael (92)
6. Austin Lee (68)
7. Zack Hayes (67)
8. Ben Kelley (63)
9. Trevor Barrett (48)
10. Sam Evans (41)

FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am Event Results:

1. Jason Thomas (HSQ)
2. Jack Edmondson (HSQ)
3. Mark Heresco Jr. (KTM)
4. Devan Welch (YAM)
5. Hunter Neuwirth (HSQ)
6. Josh Adkins (YAM)
7. Jaryn Williams (YAM)

FMF XC3 125 Pro-Am Points Standings:

1. Jack Edmondson (145)
2. Jason Thomas (126)
3. Mark Heresco Jr. (91)
4. Hunter Neuwirth (86)
5. Paul Whibley (67)
6. Jaryn Williams (65)
7. Josh Adkins (58)
8. Devan Welch (45)
9. Dustin Gibson (43)
10. Nate Smith (29)

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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