Ethika Supports Amateur Motocross

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Ethika, a performance lifestyle driven brand, is proud to get behind the amateur motocross scene. Ethika was founded in 2001 and has continued to grow since. We will be giving away our performance underwear to the top three overall winners in all of the 65cc and 85cc classes at the World Mini Grand Prix. We are a family of close friends that grew up around the amateur motocross scene and knows what it takes to get to the top. Our goal is to not only outfit the pros of our sport but also the next Ryan Villopotos and Davi Millsaps, as well. Some familiar names right now that are racing in Ethikas are Jeremy McGrath, Chad Reed and Grant Langston, as well as top amateur prospects Adam Cianciarulo and Zach and Chase Bell. Ethika is about going after your dreams and being with you till you accomplish them.

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Glen Helen Out of National Series

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MORGANTOWN, W.V. – MX Sports Pro Racing announced today the postponement of the Glen Helen round of the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, citing contractual differences with the promoter of the San Bernardino, Calif., facility. The second-round event, which was originally scheduled for Glen Helen Raceway on May 29, 2010, is now being slated for September 11.
“This was a difficult decision, but ultimately, we simply were not able to come to contractual terms with Glen Helen Raceway,” said Davey Coombs, Vice President of MX Sports Pro Racing. “By moving the date to September 11, we will have time to find a suitable venue. Riders, teams and fans are making travel plans now and we want them to feel secure that we will have an exceptional venue ready in Southern California. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this change.”
MX Sports Pro Racing does not intend to fill the date of May 29 and will opt to leave the remaining series dates intact, giving competitors and teams Memorial Day weekend off. Details for the September 11 event will be announced soon.
The revised 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Schedule is:
Rd 1 May 22 Hangtown Classic Sacramento, CA
Rd 2 Jun 5 Freestone Raceway Wortham, TX
Rd 3 Jun 12 High Point Raceway Mt. Morris, PA
Rd 4 Jun 19 Budds Creek Motocross Mechanicsville, MD
Rd 5 Jun 26 Thunder Valley Motocross Lakewood, CO
Rd 6 Jul 3 RedBud Buchanan, MI
Rd 7 Jul 17 Spring Creek Motocross Millville, MN
Rd 8 Jul 24 Washougal MX Park Washougal, WA
Rd 9 Aug 14 Unadilla New Berlin, NY
Rd 10 Aug 28 Moto-X 338 Southwick, MA
Rd 11 Sept 4 Steel City Raceway Delmont, PA
Rd 12 Sep 11 TBA CA
Racing fans that have purchased advanced tickets or camping passes to this event should contact Glen Helen atwww.glenhelen.com.
Please stay tuned to www.allisports.com for updates and additional information on the series.

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2010 AMA Pro Racing Motocross License Applications Now Available

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License Applications for the 2010 AMA Pro Racing Motocross season are now available on the AMA Pro Competition Section at http://www.amaproracing.com/competition/.  Direct links to the files follow: 2010 AMA Pro Racing Motocross License Application
Questions and inquiries about the licensing process can be placed to AMA Pro Racing Member Services at (386) 492-1014 ext. 152.


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KTM Expands 2010 Contingency Program

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Murrieta, CA – KTM North America, Inc. is excited to announce its 2010 Amateur Contingency Program posting over $475,000 in awards money.

KTM offers contingency in multiple off-road and motocross series throughout the United States. The 2010 program has been expanded to include more motocross series and increased payouts to the existing off-road series that are on the schedule.

“KTM understands that economic times are tough and riders can use every bit of help to keep their bikes properly maintained for race day,” remarked FMF/KTM Team Manager Antti Kallonen. “That is why KTM has decided to increase the contingency payouts in the off-road series while also expanding the amount of motocross events on the schedule. We are excited about this news and hope that the KTM riders will be equally pleased.”

KTM Cash is awarded to top place finishers at the qualifying events. Awards range from $75 to $2,000 and can be redeemed at a local participating KTM dealership. KTM Cash rewards are distributed online through XTRM. Riders must possess a valid XTRM Plus account in order to be eligible for KTM Cash. To sign up to be an XTRM Plus member and start redeeming KTM Cash rewards log on to www.xtrm.com today!

For a complete schedule and more information on the KTM Amateur Contingency Program and eligibility requirements please visit www.xtrm.com/ktm.  
 

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AMA MX Annual NPG Summit

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The 12 race organizers that host races in the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship will all gather this weekend in San Francisco, Calif., for the annual National Promoters Group (NPG) summit. The meeting will take place in conjunction with the fourth round of the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series this Saturday evening, January 30.

The promoters will meet with series organizer MX Sports Pro Racing and their partners from Alli Sports, as well as Next Level Sports, AMA race officials, series sponsors and several athletes to discuss strategic planning for this summer's tour. In addition, promoters will compare ideas and suggestions on how to ensure the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series continues to be the world-leading motocross championship.

"All of the AMA Motocross promoters and their families are looking forward to enjoying a great weekend of Monster Energy AMA Supercross in San Francisco," said Davey Coombs, MX Sports Vice President. "It's been a fantastic series so far and I think all of our promoters can learn from the excellent show that Feld Motor Sports puts on for their fans every Saturday night. We really appreciate Feld's hospitality and the fact that they will be hosting our group for their event."

The NPG was founded in 1997 as a way for the various AMA Motocross promoters to work together in order to produce a cohesive, consistent outdoor motocross championship. Beginning with the 2009 season, MX Sports Pro Racing has taken over the commercial and marketing rights for the historic series, but the NPG continues to play a vital role in ensuring the series continues to prosper.

The 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship begins on May 22 with the Hangtown Classic, just outside of Sacramento, Calif. For fan and racing information on the 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log onto www.allisports.com.

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Ricky Carmichael University Releases Curriculum

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Ricky Carmichael University Releases Curriculum

(Tallahassee Florida) January 26, 2010 - Ricky Carmichael University, otherwise known as "RCU" is pleased to announce the school format and curriculum. RCU, which is the first school of its kind, is being held at Daytona International Speedway on Monday, March 8, 2010.
After an early morning check in, the school starts out with a breakfast, where all the participants will meet Ricky and his crew of decorated instructors. Riders will then suit up and go through an individual riding analysis, with each student assigned to an instructor. Following that, students will first work on proper body positioning, while utilizing the organized drills that RC himself used to help hone his skills. Drills will focus on flat turns, rhythm sections and improved braking techniques.
"I have spent quite a bit of time trying to put together the most important pieces of what I have learned through all my years of racing," said Carmichael. "This program is really cool, and I can't wait to personally run and discuss the braking and cornering drills, which I think is one of the easiest places on the track to make up time. I will be suited and riding, and won't hesitate to run some of them myself."
Participants can expect to work with the close knit members of Ricky's team, which has become known as "Camp Carmichael" over the years. The final line up of all-star instructors will be announced in the coming weeks, but participants can expect additional coaches with credentials validated by national championships.
RCU is an exclusive and unprecedented opportunity for Motocross riders young and old to get personalized one-on-one training with the greatest rider of all time -- Ricky Carmichael and his team. The event is being held in conjunction with Daytona International Speedway and on the same course that the pros will ride during the legendary Daytona Supercross By Honda. Due to the exclusive nature of this event, participation is limited to the first 100 riders that register. For more information on RCU, please visit www.mxsports.com.
About MX Sports
MX Sports, Inc. is a Morgantown, West Virginia-based motocross production company. The group coordinates the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships, which includes a national qualifying program consisting of 52 Area Qualifying races held annually from February through May and 12 Regional Championship races conducted in June at select motocross facilities across the country. Less than five percent of the Area Qualifier entries actually qualify for the national championship event, held during the first week of August at the home of country music star Loretta Lynn in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. For more information, please visit www.mxsports.com.

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2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Series Presented by Moose Racing, welcomes Husqvarna Motorcycles as series sponsor!

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After a 20 year hiatus, Husqvarna reenters the AMA National Enduro Series by joining the long list of valuable series sponsors and committing Glenn Kearney of Australia to the 10 race National Championship Series aboard their all new TXC250 four stroke.

Husqvarna once a dominant force in U.S. Enduro competition, winning 17 of the 18 AMA National Enduro championships from 1961 to 1986, sets out to start another Husqvarna winning streak in 2010.

“The NEPG is excited to add another manufacture to the series not only as a sponsor, but as a top level team to raise the level of competition even further”

Scot Harden, Husqvarna National Sales Manager; “The NEPG along with all of their partners, have been doing a tremendous job of elevating the sport of Enduro and we look forward to growing with them” 

For more information about the NEPG email Alan Randt at info@nationalenduro.com.  For more information as a competitor in the 2009 AMA National Enduro Series email Chuck Weir at cweir@ama-cycle.org

About the NEPG: The NEPG was formed by a group of Enduro enthusiasts to assist the AMA in promotion and management of the AMA National Enduro Series. Our objective is to work with the riders, clubs and sponsors to raise the level of participation and awareness to Enduro competition.

About the 2010 AMA National Enduro Series:  Enduros are the oldest form of off-road motorcycle competition in the USA.  Enduro’s can trace their beginnings back to 1920 and perhaps even earlier and it is still the premier off-road motorcycle competition around the world today. 

The sport has evolved several times over the years and the newest evolution was designed to meet the needs of today’s motorcyclists.  The NEPG is the promotional partner of the AMA National Enduro Championship Series and will work with clubs to build awareness and increase ridership at Enduro’s.  Our goal is to make sure that the oldest form of off-road competition will remain strong and viable well into the future.

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Ivan Tedesco Joins One Industries

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Ivan Tedesco will be debuting the new 2010 line of ONE Industries race wear at the season opener this weekend in Anaheim, CA. The new partnership will see Ivan competing in ONE Industries’ motocross apparel and helmets.

Commenting on becoming a ONE Team member, Ivan said “I am pumped to be with ONE Industries, they hooked me up straight away and the first day made me feel like part of the family. Everything works and fits perfect which means I can just focus on racing”.

Neil Calvesbert, CEO of One Industries added “We are excited to have Ivan join us, he is not only fast and talented on the track but a great guy to work with off the bike which is equally important to us. He puts in 100% effort and fits in perfectly with both ONE Industries”.

Russ Koza, Marketing Manager adds “We’re pumped to have Ivan on the team. As an accomplished athlete who is respected by the fans, Ivan will be a great representative for the ONE brand.”

Tedesco had a breakout year in 2004 winning the AMA Supercross Lites West Championship. He repeated as SX Lites Champ again in 2005 and also brought home the AMA Motocross Lites title that same year before moving to the 450 class. Hot Sauce finished 2009 strongly by claiming his first victory in the Lucas Oil Motocross Championships where he completed the season in third overall. He looks to carry that momentum into 2010 aboard his Yamaha YZ450F for the Valli Motorsports Yamaha team.

To get a preview of the new line that will be arriving at your local dealer soon, check out Ivan at Anaheim 1. For more information about ONE Industries go to www.oneindustries.com.

FMF will back factory KTM off-road and MX teams

Courtesy of KTM
Murrieta, CA – KTM Motorsports is proud to announce FMF as the title sponsor of the 2010 KTM Factory Off-Road and Supercross/Motocross Lites Racing Teams.
FMF has been a contributing sponsor of the KTM Factory Racing Teams longer than KTM motorcycles have been the color orange. The partnership also extends into the KTM PowerParts division as FMF offers exclusive FMF/KTM exhaust pipes available only at KTM dealers. “The strong relationship between the two companies made FMF a perfect fit when looking for a title sponsor. It was also important to work with a company that had a strong presence in the off-road community as well as the motocross community and we found that with FMF,” commented KTM President Jon-Erik Burleson.
“The FMF products are unbeatable. All of our riders are excited to have them on board and to go to the line with the best performing exhaust system available,” remarked Motocross Team Manager Casey Lytle.
“We have been at this for over 35 years and 2010 marks another history mile marker for our company. KTM is a first class operation and we couldn’t be more excited to take our support to the next level. KTM understands the different facets of off-road motorcycles and we are glad they see FMF Racing as a great fit,” said Don Emler Owner and Founder FMF Racing.
The off-road racing efforts will fall under the official name of the FMF/KTM Off-Road Factory Race Team and will include KTM riders participating in the Hare & Hound, GNCC, National Enduro, WORCS and EnduroCross Series. “FMF has been a crucial sponsor of our program over the past years and the championships won have been possible with their support and superior product,” stated Antti Kallonen FMF/KTM Off-Road Racing Team Manager.
FMF is also the title sponsor of the FMF/KTM Factory Motocross/Supercross Lites Racing Team featuring Tommy Searle. The FMF Titanium 4.1 Megabomb System will be Searle’s pipe of choice when he lines the gate for the West Supercross Lites and Motocross Lites Series for the 2010 season. In addition, FMF will support KTM’s Motocross rider Mike Alessi as a corporate sponsor of his 2010 Motocross effort.

AMA Racing 2010 Pro/Am schedule

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Many amateur motocross racers dream of racing in the Lucas Oil AMA Motocross Championship. One way to make that dream a reality is to hone your skills at AMA Racing Pro/Am events. It's at these venues where up-and-coming racers earn the points, purse money and contingency support to help them climb the competitive ladder.
"Our 2010 AMA Racing Pro/Am schedule features quality race tracks and events that are promoted by some of this country's top organizers," said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. "With around 40 races on the calendar and at least $150,000 in guaranteed purse available to the fastest amateur American motocross racers on the planet, we're confident this schedule provides the challenges to prepare these young racers for the next level."

Bromley added that one factor in developing the current schedule was the increased minimum age requirements for a pro license.

"In 2010, the minimum age to acquire a professional license rises to 17, and in 2011, that will increase to 18," Bromley said. "What that also means is that many of today's top amateurs will spend more time in the Pro/Am ranks. That reality pushed us to create a schedule that best suits the up-and-coming A-class rider looking to build skill and confidence to race with the professional racers at the national level."

AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross events are open to both professionally licensed and A-class amateur motocross racers. The events allow amateurs to gain experience on America's top tracks and prepare for the fast pace and long motos that professional racing demands.

To be considered for a professional motocross license, competitors must have earned at least 75 advancement points (at the time of application) in AMA Racing Pro/Am motocross events in a continuous 12-month period. Points are based off overall finishes in either the 250 Pro/Am and Open Pro/Am classes. Points from each class will not be combined.

2010 AMA Racing Pro/Am schedule
Schedule subject to change

Jan. 3: Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainesville, Fla.; Unlimited Sports MX; (813) 470-7498; info@unlimitedsportsmx.com; www.unlimitedsportsmx.com.
Feb. 21: Arizona Cycle Park, Litchfield Park, Ariz.; (623) 853-0750; www.arizonacyclepark.com. LLQ. Double-points-paying event.

March 7: Competitive Edge, Hesperia, Calif.; (909) 456-1070; www.ridecemx.com. Double-points-paying event.

March 8-13: Lake Whitney MX Park, Whitney, Texas; Bama Cycle Park; (817) 270-1814; www.lakewhitneymx.com. Double-points-paying event.

March 21: Iron City Motorsports Park, Blacksburg, S.C.; Victory Sports; (432) 323-5497; www.victorysportsracing.com. LLQ

April 11: Devils Ridge Motocross, Sanford, N.C.; (919) 776-1767; www.devilsridgemotox.com.

May 2: Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.; Victory Sports Inc.; (423) 323-5497; www.victorysportsracing.com. LLQ

May 9: Sunset Ridge MX, Walnut, Ill.; 4P Promotions Inc.; (815) 379-9534; www.sunsetridgemx.com. LLQ

May 16: Daniel Boone MX, London, Ky.; Victory Sports; (423) 323-5497; www.danielboonemx.net.

May 21: Dirt Diggers North MC, Sacramento, Calif.; (800) 426-4869; info@hangtown.com; www.hangtownmx.com. Amateur day at National.

May 30: Pine Ridge Raceway, Athelstane, Wisc.; (715) 856-6612; www.pineridgeraceway.com. Double-points-paying event.

May 31: Sweney Cycle Park, Brush, Colo.; (970) 768-0518; www.sweneycycleark.com.

June 5-6: Competitive Edge, Hesperia, Calif.; (909) 456-1070; www.ridecemx.com. LLQ

June 6: Freestone County Raceway LLC, Wortham, Texas; (713) 880-5533; www.freestonemx.com. Amateur day at National.

June 13: High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris, Pa. Racer Productions; (304) 284-0800; www.racerproductions.com. Amateur day at National.

June 21: MC Motopark, Mt. Carroll, Ill.; (815) 238-1614; reidabook@centurytel.net; www.mcmotopart.com.

July 4: Red Bud Recreation Inc., Buchanan, Mich.; (269) 695-6405; www.redbudmx.com. Amateur day at National.

July 11: Motoland, Kingsbury, Ind.; (218) 988-6686; www.motoland.com.

July 11: Steel City Raceway, Delmont, Pa. Bellco Inc.; (304) 284-0080; www.racerproductions.com.

July 11: Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.; Victory Sports Inc.; (423) 323-5497; www.victorysportsracing.com.

July 16: Spring Creek MX Park, Millville, Minn.; (507) 753-2779; www.springcreekmx.com. Amateur day at National.

July 25: Washougal MX Park, Washougal, Wash.; (360) 837-3975; www.washougalmxpk.com. Amateur day at National. Double-points-paying event.

Aug. 2-7: AMA Air Nautiques Amateur National Motocross Championships, presented by Amsoil, Hurricane Mills, Tenn.; (304) 284-0084; www.mxsports.com. National Championship participants only. Double-points-paying event.

Aug. 13-16: Unadilla Valley Sports Center, New Berlin, N.Y.; (607) 965-8784; www.unadillamx.com. Amateur day at National.

Aug. 22: Pleasure Valley Raceway, Armaugh, Pa.; (814) 695-2453; www.cernics.com.

Sept. 4-6: Baja MX, Millington, Mich.; (989) 871-3356; ride@bajamx.com; www.bajamx.com.

Sept. 5: Steel City Raceway, Delmont, Pa.; Bellco Inc.; (304) 284-0080; www.racerproductions.com. Amateur day at National.

Sept. 5: Pine Ridge Raceway, Athelstane, Wisc.; (715) 856-6612; www.pineridgeraceway.com.

Sept. 12: Aztalan Racing, Lake Mills, Wisc.; Aztalan Cycle Club; (414) 297-9367; www.aztalancycle.com.

Sept 26: Golden Pine Raceway, Prentiss, Miss.; (601) 506-8669; www.goldenpineraceway.com.

Sept 26: Buffalo Creek Motocross Park, Canton, Texas; Kingdom Motorsports; (214) 939-4321; info@buffalocreekmx.com; www.buffalocreekmx.com.

Oct. 2-3: Raceway Park, Englishtown, N.J.; (732) 446.7800; www.racewaypark.com. Kawasaki Race of Champions. Double-points-paying event

Oct. 3: Otsego Club and Resort, Gaylord, Mich.; Baja MX Inc.; (989) 871-3356; ride@bajamx.com; www.bajamx.com.

Oct. 10: Crossroads MX, Mason, Ill.; (618) 686-2769; www.crossroadsmx.com.

Oct 16-17: Muddy Creek Raceway, Blountville, Tenn.; Victory Sports Inc.; (423) 323-5497; www.victorysportsracing.com.

Oct. 30-31: Bama Cycle Park, Pell City, Ala.; (205) 699-8857; www.millcreekmotocross.com.

Nov. 22-24: Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainesville, Fla.; Unlimited Sports MX; (813) 470-7498; info@unlimitedsportsmx.com; www.unlimitedsportsmx.com. Only the 250A/Pro-Am and Open A/Pro-Am Modified classes will be awarded points.

Nov. 25-27: Gatorback Cycle Park, Gainesville, Fla.; Unlimited Sports MX; (813) 470-7498; info@unlimitedsportsmx.com; www.unlimitedsportsmx.com. Only the 250A/Pro-Am and Open A/Pro-Am Modified classes will be awarded points.

Kenda Tire Becomes Official Tire of the AMA Arenacross Series

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AURORA, Ill. (December 15, 2009) - As the opening round of the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series draws near, Feld Motor Sports(sm) announced that Kenda Tire, the company that has the consumer covered from automotives to wheel barrows, will serve as the Official Tire of the AMA Arenacross Series.

A long-time supporter of the sport, Kenda Tire is increasing its commitment to the world's most intimate form of dirt-bike racing as a major series sponsor for the 12-race 2010 season. Since 1962, Kenda has made high-quality tires for nearly every application imaginable.

"We're very excited about partnering with the AMA Arenacross Series for 2010," said Gus Niewenhous, sales and marketing manager for Kenda Tire. "When researching all of our potential partnerships, no one else offered such a unique blend of exposure to both the fans and the racers. It's really the best of both worlds for us when it comes to elevating our brand awareness. We're looking forward to a great year."

With the tight confines and technical layout of the AMA Arenacross Series tracks, Kenda Tire introduces the "Triple" motocross tire. It is specifically designed and developed for arenacross conditions and will surely be showcased by many of the competitors throughout the season.

"Feld Motor Sports and the AMA Arenacross Series couldn't be happier to have Kenda Tire on board for 2010," said series director Jayme Dalsing. "Their commitment to the sport is second to none and in the face of a tough economy, they believe in our series, our riders and the product we put out on the track each and every week."

The 2010 AMA Arenacross Series season kicks-off January 8-10 from Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Mich., with two nights of edge-of-your-seat pro action on Friday and Saturday and Amateur Day on Sunday.

A limited number of Gold Circle seating is available at just $25. Regular adult admission is $20 while kid's seats are just $10 (excluding Gold Circle.) Tickets are available at Van Andel Arena Box office, all Ticketmaster outlets and by phone at 616-456-3333. $5 discounts are available at Babbitt's Sports Center.

Tickets are available online at www.arenacross.com and www.ticketmaster.com. For more information on the AMA Arenacross Series log on to www.arenacross.com.

About Feld Motor Sports(sm)
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy®Supercross , AMA Arenacross SSeries, Freestyle Motocross, Nuclear Cowboyz(sm) and IHRA® Nitro Jam®.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world's largest producer of live family entertainment.  For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.

Live Check By Check Scoring during the 2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Series Presented by Moose Racing.

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Live Check By Check Scoring during the 2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Series Presented by Moose Racing.

The NEPG in conjunction with Moto-Tally Scoring Systems is proud to announce live check by check scoring at all ten rounds of the 2010 AMA/Rekluse National Enduro Series.

Just log on to www.nationalenduro.com and click on the results tab while the event is in progress and track your favorite rider’s scores as each check closes. Compare scores by class, Pro, A, B, C, by overall or any combination you like. You can sit back and watch the race unfold right on your computer screen. Hanging out at the gas stop waiting for your rider, use your web enabled phone to view the scores for the checks that have closed.

For more information about the NEPG email Alan Randt at info@nationalenduro.com.  For more information as a competitor in the 2009 AMA National Enduro Series email Chuck Weir at cweir@ama-cycle.org

About the NEPG: The NEPG was formed by a group of Enduro enthusiasts to assist the AMA in promotion and management of the AMA National Enduro Series. Our objective is to work with the riders, clubs and sponsors to raise the level of participation and awareness to Enduro competition.

About the 2009 AMA National Enduro Series:  Enduros are the oldest form of off-road motorcycle competition in the USA.  Enduro’s can trace their beginnings back to 1920 and perhaps even earlier and it is still the premier off-road motorcycle competition around the world today. 

The sport has evolved several times over the years and the newest evolution was designed to meet the needs of today’s motorcyclists.  The NEPG is the promotional partner of the AMA National Enduro Championship Series and will work with clubs to build awareness and increase ridership at Enduro’s.  Our goal is to make sure that the oldest form of off-road competition will remain strong and viable well into the future.

Tag Metals Factory Brings Home 15 Titles from Florida

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New-comer to the Tag Metals Factory8 team; Rockstar Suzuki’s Ian Trettel proved his worth by contending for the win in every class that he entered. He came away with a total of 6 (SIX) titles and dominated the mx portion by winning every overall that he contested!

Another new-comer to the Factory 8 this year, Rockstar Suzuki’s Jace Owen absolutely owned the 85cc classes this week, coming away with 5 titles himself!

Eli Tomac powered his Geico Powersports Honda to the championship in the 250A/Pro-am mod class. Eli had a difficult weekend but still came away with a title.

A third new comer to the team; Gannon Audette won the Open B stock and modified classes on his  Rockstar Suzuki’s to come away with 2 championships.

A fourth new-comer; Jesse Masterpool won the 85cc (12-13) mod title on his Rockstar Suzuki.

Other noteables:

2nd year Tag Metals Factory8 rider A.J. Catanzaro finished 2nd in the Open B stock class in the mx portion and finished 3rd in the SX portion

Shawn Norfolk, Director of Marketing for Tag Metals said, “We’re really excited about the finishes in Florida! Our guys kicked butt down there last week. We BARELY finalized our additions to the team in time and we shipped product to the track in order to get it there in time for some of these kids. And MAN-O-MAN did it pay off for us. It’s a great day for Tag Metals and for these kids. We have spent an incredible amount of effort in revitalizing the Tag Metals brand. We’re here to make a difference. That is why we created the Factory 8 amateur program; to improve our amateur racing results and to help make a difference for these families that devote their lives to racing motocross. The Factory 8 program is encroaching on our second year, and we are really excited to help these racers out. Congratulations to our team their families, and their sponsors."

2010 AMA National Motocross Numbers

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PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- In partnership with Feld Motor Sports and MX Sports Pro Racing, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced the 2010 national numbers for pro-licensed riders in the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
National numbers in the disciplines of Supercross and Motocross are assigned by the following process:
No. 1: The current series champion must run the No. 1 plate in that series.
Nos. 2-9: A champion from the previous competition year may choose a permanent single-digit number if available, with the exception of No. 4. The AMA has reserved No. 4 for exclusive use by Ricky Carmichael through 2011.
Nos. 10-999: Riders who finish in the top 10 in combined championship points in Supercross, Motocross 250 and Motocross 450 competition in the previous competition year have the option to choose a career national two-digit number, if available. These riders, by their option, may instead select a three-digit national number.
Riders who finish outside the top 10 but in the top 100 in combined championship points in Supercross, Motocross 250 and Motocross 450 competition in the previous year will be assigned consecutive two-digit numbers from the available supply until that supply is exhausted.
A comparison of riders' best moto finishes breaks a tie, unless one of those riders competed in only one discipline. In the case of a tie between a rider who rode one discipline (e.g., Supercross) and a rider who rode both disciplines, the tie is broken in favor of the rider who rode both series.
A rider who fails to earn at least one championship point during the season preceding the current season will lose his or her career number and be issued a new number based on current points. Special consideration is given to a rider if an injury impeded participation the previous year.
Note: Lower three-digit competition numbers (e.g., 100-125) are traditionally held for past or current champions from non-U.S. series who participate in a Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, or a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross event.
AMA National Motocross/Supercross Competition Numbers
* Career numbers
** New career numbers for 2010
*2: Ryan Villopoto
*3: Mike Brown
**5: Ryan Dungey (No. 1, Motocross 250 and Supercross Lites West)
*7: James Stewart (No. 1, Supercross)
*8: Grant Langston
*9: Ivan Tedesco
10: Thomas Hahn
*11: Travis Preston
12: Jake Weimer
*13: Heath Voss
*14: Kevin Windham
*15: Timmy Ferry
*16: John Dowd
17: Justin Barcia
*18: David Millsaps
19: Tommy Searle
20: Broc Tickle
21: Blake Wharton
*22: Chad Reed (No. 1, Motocross 450)
23: Justin Brayton
*24: Brett Metcalfe
*25: Nathan Ramsey
*26: Michael Byrne
*27: Nicholas Wey
28: Tyla Rattray
*29: Andrew Short
30: Cody Cooper
31: Matthew Lemoine
32: Kyle Cunningham
**33: Josh Grant
34: James Albertson
35: Matthew Goerke
36: Darryn Durham
37: Tyler Bowers
38: Trey Canard
39: Ricky Dietrich
40: Jake Moss
41: Kyle Regal
42: Ben Evans
43: Steven Clarke
44: PJ Larsen
45: Austin Stroupe
46: Ryan Sipes
47: Matt Boni
48: Max Anstie
49: William Hahn
50: Alex Martin
51: Paul Carpenter
52: Antonio Balbi
53: Jeff Alessi
54: Jason Lawrence
55: Kyle Chisholm
56: Ben Coisy
57: Jarred Browne
58: Weston Peick
59: Daniel Reardon
*60: Broc Hepler
61: Vince Freise
62: Jason Thomas
63: Sean Borkenhagen
64: Taylor Futrell
65: Troy Adams
66: Blake Baggett
67: Chris Blose
68: Robert Kiniry
69: Adam Chatfield
70: Robby Marshall
71: Kyle Summers
72: Christian Craig
73: Ben Lamay
74: Tucker Hibbert
*75: Josh Hill
76: Martin Davalos
77: Charles J Summey
78: Gavin Gracyk
79: Justin Sipes
80: Billy Laninovich
81: Cole Siebler
82: Jesse Casillas
83: Steve Boniface
84: Michael Hall
85: Scott Champion
86: Bobby Bonds
87: Les Smith
88: Ricky Renner
89: Jacob Marsack
90: Willy Browning
91: Jase Lewis
92: Michael Willard
93: Justin McDonald
94: Ryan Morais
95: Lucas Crespi
96: Josh Hansen
97: Robert Fitch
98: Roberto Castro
99: Topher Ingalls
**377: Christophe Pourcel (No. 1, Supercross Lites East)
*800: Mike Alessi

HRP Sports Announces Flak 1000 Chest Protector

Courtesy of HRP Sports

Press Release

New Hampshire, November 3, 2009- HRP Sports Flak 1000 chest protector is a continuation of the classic Flak Jak design.  The Flak 1000 has all the great features of our past designs like the genuine clear anatomically molded panels that have twice the impact strength of solid plastic and the pivoting shoulder system that allows the Flak Jak to conform to your body’s shape.

Flak Jak Technology

-Floating shoulder net system

-Crystal clear polycarbonate plates

-One-way detachable bicep strap system

-Bio-foam molded neckline and body pads

-American Made

-1.5” adjustable woven elastic

-1.5” airloc buckle

-Full Size range (Peewee, Youth, Adult Medium, Large and Xlarge)

Suggest Retail: Peewee $49.99, Youth $69.99, Adult Medium-Large $79.99 and Xlarge $89.99

About HRP Sports:

HRP Sports (www.hrpsports.com) has been in the market for over 20 years as a leader in motocross/off-road protective equipment.  As a company providing innovative American made protective equipment, HRP is able to back up their products with warrantees and service like no other motocross company in the industry.  HRP has been fortunate to have their products used, tested and endorsed by some of the greatest athletes/riders in the sport of motocross and off-road riding.  Riders included: Steve Lamson, Kevin Windham, Travis Pastrana, Jon Dowd, Troy Adams, Jeff Alessi, Ryan Villopoto, Ty Davis, Shane Watts, Doug Blackwell and many others.

New MSR Website

Courtesy of MSR
Corona, Ca - Tired of wasting your day waiting for sites to download? Well, here is the abbreviated site for those of you who haven't seen MSR's 2010 apparel collection. This is just a teaser site, so stay tuned for an all new website soon to follow.

This new "Boutique" website is very easy to navigate through and has everything you are looking for from MSR. As you browse through the site be sure to check out all the apparel lines, videos, rider support and the downloadable catalog with pricing and part numbers. So, log onto MSRMX.com and check out all of the 2010 collection presented by MSR.

MSRMX.com

About MSR
MSR was founded in 1971 by motorcycle racing legend Malcolm Smith.  What started off as a small accessory business importing throttle and brake cables is now an industry leading motorcycle apparel and hard parts manufacturer.  MSR offers a complete line of riding gear, covering the motocross and off-road rider from head to toe with innovative designs and second to none performance.  MSRHP is constantly progressing its line of revolutionary hard parts that make your bike perform better, last longer and look more stylish.

MSR utilizes exceptional distribution through Tucker Rocky and a continued focus on producing quality products to satisfy its thousands of loyal dealers and customers.  From a first time rider to supercross star Kevin Windham, MSR is committed to providing you a superior product.

MSR - One Brand Fits All
 

Honda Red Rider Justin Barcia gets the win at Southwick

Courtesy of American Honda

At Southwick Motocross 338, the penultimate round of the 2009 AMA Motocross Championship, GEICO Powersports Honda rookie racer Justin Barcia stole the 250-class spotlight, winning his first-ever professional AMA Motocross Lites race and taking the overall victory.

Overcoming extremely wet and muddy track conditions, seventeen-year-old Barcia set a blistering pace on his CRF250R to lead and win the first moto. Disaster struck in the second moto when the start gate malfunctioned and delayed Barcia's start. He rounded the first turn in dead last way behind the leaders. While such a setback may have derailed other riders, Barcia instead put his head down and showed the depth of his talent and determination, catching and passing all but two riders in the field to finish a remarkable third and secure his first overall victory.

"It's incredible to be up on the podium and win not only my first race but my first overall," said Barcia, who was one of the country's top amateur racers before turning pro this year. "I had a lot of home-crowd support and fans trackside which makes this win all the more special for me. I scored my first-ever professional win in the morning moto and rode a great come-from-behind race to finish third in the afternoon. After my gate failed to drop on the start line, I was a long way behind everyone by the time I managed to get going. I'm really happy with the way I came back from dead-last to a podium finish. I'm on top of the world right now."

Heading into the final round of the championship in Pennsylvania, Barcia's victory moved him up to fifth in points. His GEICO Powersports Honda teammate Brett Metcalfe maintains third position in the championship after finishing third overall at Southwick.

Kurt Nicoll leaves KTM

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Courtesy of KTM

Murrieta, CA – KTM Motorsports extends its deepest gratitude to Kurt Nicoll as he transitions from his 11-year role as Racing Director for KTM to a new position as COO at Godfrey Entertainment, Inc.

Nicoll began his career with KTM in 1984 as a professional motocross racer. Nicoll raced aboard his KTM as a member of the factory team for 8 years in the World Championship Motocross Series. Nicoll’s extensive accomplishments as a racer made him the perfect choice for KTM’s Director of Racing when he neared retirement in 1998.

Nicoll has worked hand in hand with many great riders throughout his time at KTM and has helped the company grow its Motorsports effort through his experience and vast knowledge of the sport. “Kurt has always been the perfect fit for this position. His skills and understanding as a past rider helped him bond with the racers. His wild side was also well known as he was always the first to celebrate and provide entertainment which I feel will make warmly accepted at his new line of work,” remarked KTM President Jon-Erik Burleson. “We sincerely thank Kurt for his service and look forward to working with him on future business opportunities.”

Antti Kallonen will remain as KTM’s Off-Road Team Manager while Casey Lytle will takeover operational duties as KTM’s Motocross Team Manager. Lytle raced professionally as a Supercross and Motocross rider from 1996-2004. From 2006-07, Lytle served as team manager of the Red Bull/KTM Motocross/Supercross Team before transitioning back to the R&D department and eventually to a position as the West Coast Customer Service Manager. “Casey has been a great asset to KTM in every department he has worked and I am confident that will continue as he makes the move back into the racing department,” stated Burleson.

While Nicoll transitions to his new role at Godfrey Entertainment, Inc. fans will continue to see him at the track aboard his KTM motorcycle as he carries on his racing endeavors.

Chad Reed 2009 Champion

Courtesy of Suzuki
Team Suzuki Press Office - August 24.

Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Chad Reed clinched the 2009 AMA Motocross Championship with two rounds remaining at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Maryland.

The rainy weekend saw the two-time AMA Supercross Champion capture the overall victory with second- and first-placed moto finishes. En-route to his first-ever AMA Motocross Championship, Reed has picked up five overall wins so far this season.

Rockstar Makita Suzuki team mate Michael Byrne finished up with a sixth-placed finish overall. Australian Byrne had a rough first moto, charging hard from around 15th place to sixth. Then, in the second moto, he brought home a fifth-place finish with the final result being the sixth-placed overall at Budds Creek.

In the 250 class, Rockstar Makita Suzuki's Ryan Dungey battled flooding conditions in an abbreviated second moto before celebrating a third-place finish overall at Budds Creek. Dungey captured a third-place finish in the first moto and then went back out in the pouring rain for the second moto. The second moto as red-flagged after just 25 minutes because of the inclement weather. Dungey had moved into fourth place before the red flag and the combined moto results put him on the podium with third place overall.

Chad Reed:

"I feel like my career is complete, though I also feel like I have a lot of fight left in me but this is definitely a step in the right direction. In the first moto, I was pretty disappointed that I didn't put myself in a position to win. Winning the Championship is what this hard work is all about and I want to thank everybody at the Rockstar Makita Suzuki team because everybody did a great job. We were a last-minute entry and we gave it our all. We are all very, very happy to get this championship."

Michael Byrne:

"It was an OK race for me. I felt like I rode good, but I just didn't get the starts that I needed. In the first moto, I didn't go down but I got caught up in the first corner mess and that kind of ruined my start. Then, I just took too long to get going. I tried to make up time and pass people, but it was too little, too late. But overall I felt good at the end of both motos, I'm happy Chad got the Championship wrapped up -- I'm pumped for him and it's good for team -- and hopefully I can get a win before the end of the year."

Ryan Dungey:

"With the rain and the flooding, this was a crazy race but the fans made it all worthwhile. I had a pretty good first moto and got up on the podium. But then in the second moto I saw the water coming over the dams and onto the track. I lost my brakes -- it was just survival out there. But these things happen and you just have to take it one race at a time. I'm just happy to get out of here safe and healthy."

Rockstar Makita Suzuki Factory Racing will race next at Moto-X338 in Southwick, Massachusetts, on Saturday, August 29.

AMA Motocross 450 Class:

1. Chad Reed (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
2. Davi Millsaps (Honda)
3. Ivan Tedesco (Honda)
4. Kyle Regal (Yamaha)
5. Tommy Hahn (Kawasaki)
6. Michael Byrne (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
7. Timmy Ferry (Kawasaki)
8. Andrew Short (Honda)
9. Matt Goerke (Yamaha)
10. James Albertson (Yamaha)

AMA Motocross 250 Class:

1. Jake Weimer (Kawasaki)
2. Christophe Pourcel (Kawasaki)
3. Ryan Dungey (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)
4. Justin Barcia (Honda)
5. Andrew Stroupe (Kawasaki)
6. Brett Metcalfe (Honda)
7. Matt Lemoine (Yamaha)
8. Ryan Sipes (KTM)
9. PJ Larsen (Kawasaki)
10. Tyla Rattray (Kawasaki)

Courtesy of WPS-Fly

FLY Riders Represent at the Dude Ranch

FLY Racing Team Riders had a very successful week at the Dude Ranch claiming 5 national championships, 9 podiums and 30 top ten finishes at this year’s Loretta Lynn’s AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship.

The championship run started with 65cc Florida/Canadian speedster Kade Walker, who claimed the 65cc 7-11 Modified title and followed it up with a 2nd in the 65cc 10-11 Stock class. Maryland’s Alexander Frye also claimed a title by winning a hard fought battle in the 85cc 9-11 Modified class.

FLY girls swept both titles in the female classes, with Utah’s Amanda Maheu one of the most dominant riders of the week claiming the Girls 11-15 title with a convincing 1-1-1 moto tally. Texan Shelbie Brittain completed the sweep by taking home the title in the Women’s 14+ class.

Washington’s Conner Elliot made it title number five for FLY Racing by scoring the 250cc C stock class title.

FLY Racing would like to congratulate all of its champions and all of its riders that represented the brand so well at this year’s 2009 Loretta Lynn’s AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship.

About Fly Racing

Established in 1996, Fly Racing began as a manufacturer of motorcycle handlebars and helmets and has quickly developed into one of the fastest growing off road riding apparel and hard part brands. Fly Racing develops high-quality products for the competitive and demanding North American market and is distributed in 40+ countries.