Motool Is Official Sponsor of The Privateer Journey 2016 SX/MX Team

Courtesy of Motool

Courtesy of Motool

January 5th, 2015- Motool will be joining forces with The Privateer Journey for the 2016 Supercross and Motocross seasons.

The Privateer Journey helps bring the spotlight to those hardworking privateers that deserve a platform to stand on in order that their dream is not just a dream, but one of reality. The team provides valuable support and resources for privateers so they can focus on their programs in order to become successful in the pro ranks.
Motool is also an avid supporter of privateer riders like Jimmy Decotis, Jesse Wentland and John Short to name a few. This new relationship is a natural fit for both The Privateer Journey and Motool as both are committed to supporting dedicated young riders who don’t have the resources to do it on their own.

The Privateer Journey team will exclusively use Motool’s Slacker digital sag scale for suspension tuning and testing for the 2016 Supercross and Outdoors seasons. This gives them the ability to quickly make adjustments and easily verify the bikes are setup right before every moto and every practice. With so many riders to support Slacker will save the team valuable time and resources and provide an unprecedented level of accuracy.

“The Slacker digital sag scale is something everyone who owns a motorcycle should have. This is an awesome product!” -Ted Parks, Team Owner- The Privateer Journey

Motool is a startup company from Flagstaff, Arizona. The company is best known for bringing the world’s first digital sag scale to market in late 2014 and is dedicated to making the highest quality and most innovative tools and accessories by leveraging all current and relevant technologies and materials. Motool strives to make bike setup and maintenance easier and more precise for riders of all abilities. For more information on the company and the Slacker digital sag scale please visit http://motool.co

The Privateer Journey- http://privateerjourney.com

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2016 Obermeyer MCS Suzuki Race Team Announced

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Rod Marshall with MCS Racing and Keith Obermeyer with Obermeyer Suzuki Racing have combined their resources to form an alliance that is Obermeyer MCS Suzuki Racing. This team has partnered with Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. to compete in the most prestigious cross-country series in the world for the 2016 Grand National Cross Country Series. With the talent of Ricky Russell poised to compete in the Pro XC1 class aboard a 2016 Suzuki RM-Z450 alongside Chris Douglas, also on the championship winning Suzuki RM-Z450.

Chris Douglas, a regular on the GNCC circuit, has seen improving results since the mid seasons change over to the Suzuki RM-Z450. He has stepped his program up and is ready for a break out season in 2016 with the support of all the great companies serving as team sponsors and the support crew that he has in his pit.

Ricky Russell, who hails from the great state of Washington, has seen success on the West coast, as well as solid results in the Pro XC2 class. Ricky, who feels right at home on the 450 class machines, will be a contender for wins this coming season aboard the powerful 2016 Suzuki RM-Z450.
Racers will include Chris and Ricky in the Pro Class, Vince Smith from Nashville, Indiana and Duell Murphy from Huntington, Indiana. Both Vince and Duell will contest the Open A class on the razor-sharp handling 2016 Suzuki RM-Z450.

We are privileged to be associated with the great companies that support our racing program.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc., Fly Racing, Yoshimura Research and Development, Kenda Tire, Rekluse Clutches, IMS Products, Unabiker Dirtbike Armor, Enduro Engineering, TM Design Works, No-Toil Filters, Sunstar Sprockets and Chains, Motion Pro, Evans Coolant, Vertex Pistons, Flexx Bars and Pegs, Arc, GPR Stabilizers, Infinit Nutritional, MotoHose, Motoseat, USWE, Y&S Designs, SM Pro Wheel

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JMR Racing and Nash Motorsports Announce 2016 Plans

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After a successful 2015 season contesting the Monster Energy Supercross Series and the Rockstar Canadian Nationals, team owner of JMR Racing, Jeffrey Roberto, has merged his efforts with Kimo Nash of Nash Motorsports LLC to put together a team that will contest the Monster Energy Supercross Series 450 class and 250 East Coast championship for 2016.

Jeffrey Roberto has had success as the team owner of JMR Racing along with support from Suzuki, he is looking forward to working with new comer to motocross, Kimo Nash. Nash comes from a strong history in IndyCar and will add considerably to marketing efforts.

The team will consist of riders Jason Brooks, Bobby Piazza and Matt Hammer who will race the 250 East Region and Michael Fowler which will race the 450 class during the east rounds. Five-time Dominican National Champion, Franklin Nogueras, will also join the team for select rounds.

JMR Racing|Nash Motorsports is excited to work with title sponsor Pixographs. Pixographs "the ultimate fan app" that allows smart phone and tablet users to take a photo and have it digitally autographed instantly. The photo can then be saved and printed as a souvenir. More details available at www.pixographs.com and available in the app store.

Also sponsoring the teams efforts are: Suzuki, 100 Percent, Phoenix Tube, Power Bar, Federal Hill Home Theaters, Total Site Solutions, Rad Mfg., Traction MX, Tag Metals, RK-Excel, TCD Suspensions, Amsoil, Arai, Bel-Ray, AMS, Blue Gold, Cycra, Defiance Lifestyle, Dubya, I am Second, Mechanix Wear, MX Graphics, Pirelli, Rekluse, Ride.Live.Be, RPM Services LLC, Sunstar, Moto Hose, Twin Air, VP Racing Fuels and Works Connection.

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Vurbmoto Joins Barn Pros Racing

Courtesy of Vurb Moto

Vurbmoto to Join Exclusive List of Barn Pros Racing / Home Depot Yamaha 2016 Team Sponsors 

ATLANTA, GA--(January 4, 2016) – Vurb Media LLC., exclusive owner of Vurbmoto, a preeminent online source for amateur and professional motocross media, and recipient of the 2014 AMA Media Award, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive marketing partnership with Barn Pros Racing as well as joining the team as a 2016 sponsor.

As part of the agreement, Vurbmoto has been added to an impressive list of existing high quality brand sponsors supporting the team’s three rider contingent. Riders Scott Champion #76, Cole Martinez #68 and Austin Politelli #87, will be competing in the heavily contested 2016 Monster Energy Supercross West Coast Series, kicking off January 9, 2016 at the expected to be a sold out Angel Stadium in Anaheim California. 

Vurbmoto will add its name to existing sponsors Yamaha Racing, AXO, Viral Brand Goggles, Ride Motorsports, Bills Pipes, Dasa Racing, Anderson Group, Bell, Rekluse, Mad City Media, Fusion Graphix, VP Racing Fuels, Devol Racing Equipment, Streamline Brakes and Controls, Gut’s Factory, Motion Pro, Motostuff.com, TM Designworks, Moto Hose, Enzo, All Balls Racing, Evans, and UFO Plast.

Jason Assad, Vurb Media’s newly named Chief Executive Officer stated, “We are thrilled to be a part of the 2016 Barn Pros Racing / Home Depot Yamaha team. What owner Steve Oslund and team manager and former professional rider Scot Steffy have built in just two short years is nothing short of impressive. In a sport that has become big business over the years, Steve and Scot set out to create a highly competitive team capable of going head to head with the top factory efforts, but founded on a deeply rooted love for the sport itself, a simple desire to go racing.”

Assad continued, “Approximately eight years ago, Vurbmoto too was founded on a similar vision. Our goal remains to provide our loyal audience with highest quality motocross media and content, while providing measurable return on investment for our advertisers. I firmly believe our relationship with the Barn Pros Racing team will result in a furtherance of those goals as it provides us a unique ability to provide our audience with an exclusive “behind the scenes” look at the team, as well as sharing the human interest element of what it takes for a rider to compete in modern day Supercross.”

Scot Steffy, Barn Pros Racing / Home Depot Yamaha’s team manager added, “The partnership with Vurbmoto for the 2016 season is win win. Vurbmoto has a long-standing impeccable reputation as a high quality media outlet within the industry. Their passion and drive very much align with ours. Together, we feel that the real winner will be the fans who will be given a very candid and open behind the scenes look at what it takes to build a team from the ground up.”
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About Vurbmoto:
Vurbmoto is a leading and award winning online media and content source focused on amateur and professional motocross. The Vurb team is comprised of both former racers and some of the most creative minds in the industry, all sharing a collective passion for the sport. For more information, please visit www.vurbmoto.com.

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Fox Racing and Pro Circuit Join Forces

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Fox Racing Announces Sponsorship of Team Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki

IRVINE, CA (January 4, 2016) – Fox Racing proudly announces today a multi-year sponsorship of
Team Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki, supporting riders #35 Chris Alldredge, #37 Joey
Savatgy, #44 Adam Cianciarulo, #53 Tyler Bowers and #66 Arnaud Tonus that will compete in
this years 2016 AMA Supercross and Motocross racing series.

“I’m excited that Fox will be partnering with Team Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki and
their impressive rooster of athletes. With a combined total of 98 championships between both
brands, today two different families join, a blending of two unique backgrounds with a
single focus that will forever change the course of history.” said CEO Paul Harrington.

“Everyone here at Pro Circuit is excited to start a new chapter in history for our race team. From
our riders to our mechanics, the energy in the shop is at its highest level to be working with the
industry leader of motocross boots and racewear.” said team owner Mitch Payton.

As the starting gate drops Saturday night in Anaheim Stadium, selected Monster Energy Pro
Circuit Kawasaki riders competing in the 250SX West Coast series will debut in Fox’s
championship proven Instinct boots, gloves, FLEXAIR and 360 racewear.
From this day forward, We Race Together. 

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Kyle Chisholm Joins Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Racing Team for 2016

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PAYSON, UT (January 4, 2016) – The Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Racing Team has recently signed Kyle Chisholm (#11). Chisholm joins Bracken Hall (#792) for the upcoming season of Monster Energy Supercross. The team has expanded its program and will also compete in Lucas Oil Pro Motocross next summer.

Chisholm will compete in the 450SX class. Hall will compete in the 250SX West class and will race events in the east region in the 450SX class. The team will ride Honda CRF bikes. This will mark the first time that Chisholm has raced professionally on a Honda. O’Neal is serving as the official gear sponsor for the team. Dunlop is the official tire sponsor.

Chisolm finished the 2015 Monster Energy Supercross season in 14th overall, with a season-best finish of 8th at the East Rutherford round. Hall suffered an injury during a heat race at Anaheim 1 and missed the entirety of the 2015 season. Both riders are eagerly looking forward to the 2016 season.
“We’re thrilled to have Kyle Chisholm join the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Racing Team,” said Dan Thomas, CEO and Founder of Rocky Mountain ATV/MC. “He’ll be a great addition to the team along with Bracken Hall. With both of them on the team this year, we’re excited to see what the new supercross season brings.”

Supercross attendees will have the opportunity to stop by the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Racing rig at each round and meet the team.

Photo by Brown Dog Wilson

About Rocky Mountain ATV/MC

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 30 years. With a fit-guarantee apparel exchange, free 3-day shipping and a price match guarantee, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC continues to deliver a premier shopping experience for the powersports enthusiast. For more information, visit www.RockyMountainATVMC.com.

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The MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wrap

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Oakland NJ – January 4^th 2016 – MotoIce announces the debut of their new cryotherapy compression wrap, the MotoIce Wrap.  The MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wraps patented technology provides hours of relief from pain and swelling without the hazards and discomfort of ice or frozen gel packs or the irritation of menthol patches. MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wraps apply therapeutic cold and compression while conforming to the affected site and stay in place while you remain active! Suitable for sprains, repetitive motion injuries, pain associated with arthritis, bruises, and muscle cramps.

This MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wrap product all but eliminates the ice bag/pack.  Everyone knows that icing an injury or sprain or bruise is what you need to do, but who actually does it?  Who wants to stay completely immobilized with a dripping ice bag and an ace bandage for 20-30 minutes several times a day, all while getting soaked because the bag is wet and is leaking all over you, no one, that’s why no one does it.  The MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wrap solves all of the problems previously noted, it uses compression and cryotherapy as well as no dripping water, and it allows you to still function and move, all while treating and healing your affected area. As a competitive athlete, no one wants to show your competition that you have an “injury,” with the MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wrap you don’t have to, just put the wrap on and you can wear clothing that hides it.  A great way for mom and dad to make sure their son or daughter “ices” that tweaked wrist or knee. 

MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wraps will be on display at Anaheim 1 with Jimmy Albertsons Team Motorcycle Superstore Suzuki.  Jimmy Albertson has been testing and evaluating the product for months and this product has helped him expedite his recovery.  MotoIce Cryotherapy Compression Wraps are pleased to be part of Jimmy Albertsons team.

MotoIce
100 Bauer Drive – Oakland, NJ 07436
Phone– 973-356-1144
motoicewrap@aol.com

www.motoicewrap.com

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2016 AMSOIL Arenacross Television Schedule on FS1 Announced

Courtesy of  FS1

ELLENTON, Fla. (December 31, 2015) – Feld Motor Sports^® unveiled the television schedule for the 2016 AMSOIL Arenacross season today.  A total of 12 stops of the 14-round season will be showcased on FS1, the exclusive home of the world’s most intense racing championship. The premiere broadcast from the opening round at Cincinnati’s U.S. Bank Arena will air as a one-week delay on Saturday, January 16 at 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT.

 

Only days remain until reigning AMSOIL Arenacross Champion Kyle Regal begins his title defense against a determined and ambitious field of challengers, led by last season’s runner-up and Jacob Hayes. The battle for the championship between Regal and Hayes a year ago provided the closest and most compelling finish in AMSOIL Arenacross history and both riders are expected to pick up exactly where they left off when the gate drops in Cincinnati.

 

All 12 FS1 broadcasts this season will air via tape delay, with an hour-long showcase of the drama and excitement that previously took place on the track inside the country’s most prestigious arenas. Veteran announcer Robbie Floyd will handle the play-by-play duties while former champion Daniel Blair accompanies him in the booth as an analyst. The newest member of the AMSOIL Arenacross broadcast team, Dianna Dahlgren, will serve as trackside reporter, bringing all the behind-the-scenes information from the pits and the inside scoop from the riders.

 

“FOX Sports has been a great partner for AMSOIL Arenacross for several years and each season the broadcast package improves. Having FS1 serve as the exclusive television programming home of the championship this season is a tremendous asset to the continued growth of AMSOIL Arenacross,” said Michael Prince, Vice President Television, Feld Motor Sports. “We have an incredible commentary team for 2016 and the addition of Dianna Dahlgren is something we are all excited about since she is such a familiar face to all of our fans. There’s no question the competition in AMSOIL Arenacross is second to none, and FS1 will document the journey to crown a champion every step of the way.”

 

The 2016 AMSOIL Arenacross race season kicks off on Saturday, January 9, from U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati and will visit a total of 13 different states before crowning a champion at The Orleans Arena on Friday, May 6, in Las Vegas.

 

2016 AMSOIL Arenacross FS1 Broadcast Schedule

Date                 City                                          Venue                                      Time (ET)

1/16/16             Cincinnati                                  U.S. Bank Arena                      11:00 a.m.

2/7/16               Greensboro, N.C.                     Greensboro Coliseum               5:30 p.m.

2/15/16             Colorado Springs, Colo.           Broadmoor World Arena           3:00 p.m.

2/21/16             Birmingham, Ala.                      Legacy Arena                            5:00 p.m.

2/28/16             Tampa, Fla.                              Amalie Arena                             10:00 a.m.

3/13/16             Omaha, Neb.                            CenturyLink Center                    5:00 p.m.

3/21/16             Lafayette, La.                            CAJUNDOME                           3:00 p.m.

4/11/16             Ontario, Calif.                            Citizens Business Bank Arena  3:00 p.m.

4/17/16             Salinas, Calif.                            Salinas Sports Complex            5:00 p.m.

4/24/16             Tacoma, Wash.                         Tacoma Dome                          1:00 p.m.

4/30/16             Nampa, Idaho                            Ford Idaho Center                   10:00 a.m.

5/14/16             Las Vegas                                 Orleans Arena                           9:00 a.m.

 

Tickets to all 14 rounds of the 2016 season are on sale now and can be purchased by logging on to www.Arenacross.com.

 

For more information on the 2016 AMSOIL Arenacross season log on to www.Arenacross.com. For all media requests, please contact Brandon Short brandon@nextlevelsportsinc.com or 949-365-5750.

 

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Rekluse Announces Partnership with Motorcycle Superstore Suzuki

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Boise, Idaho – Rekluse is excited for a new phase of their partnership with Albertson Enterprises as it joins forces with Motorcycle Superstore to create a new race team for the 2016 supercross and motocross seasons. Jimmy Albertson has been running Rekluse clutches for the past three seasons, and the team has chosen the Core Manual with TorqDrive® clutch system as their performance advantage.

“Over the last three seasons I have been extremely impressed by the quality and performance of Rekluse clutches,” said Jimmy Albertson. “Their attention to detail and around the clock technical support is second to none.  Between their Auto Clutch and their more recent TorqDrive systems, it truly is all about having the Rekluse Advantage!  We look forward to continuing our relationship in 2016 between Albertson Enterprises and Rekluse with Motorcycle Superstore Suzuki.”

The TorqDrive® system takes manual clutch performance to the next level. In addition to precision engineered billet aluminum componentry, the clutch’s internals feature a range of proprietary technologies that increase torque capacity, improve responsiveness, virtually eliminate clutch fade, and improve heat dissipation.

The Suzuki backed Motorcycle Superstore team will contest the East and West SX in the lites class aboard Suzuki RM-Z 250’s.

Team Riders
# 84 Jimmy Albertson
#45 Kyle Cunningham
#172 Mark Worth
#174 Josh Osby

The 2016 supercross season kicks off on January 9 at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA.
Lucas Oil Pro Motocross begins on May 21 with the Hangtown Motocross Classic in Sacramento, CA.

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Yamaha Introduces AutoTrader/Monster Energy/JGR Yamaha

Courtesy of Yamaha Motor Corp

Cypress, CA - Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., is proud to introduce the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team and its riders who will be competing in the 2016 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship.

Led by team owner Coy Gibbs and team manager Jeremy Albrecht, the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha riders include Justin Barcia, Weston Peick, and Phil Nicoletti, each of whom will be competing aboard Yamaha YZ450F machines in the 450SX Championship.

Justin Barcia, who joined the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team in 2015, had a shortened Supercross season due to injury, but he still showed his considerable talent by earning five top-10 finishes and one top-5 result. Justin came on strong during the outdoor motocross season, notching two wins, five podiums, and finishing third overall in the Championship. He was selected to represent the U.S. at the 2015 Motocross of Nations, where he served as team captain and won his division to help Team USA finish second overall at the event.

Also new to the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team in 2015, Weston Peick had a breakout season in Supercross, earning his first 450SX podium at Santa Clara and following that up with another podium result at the final round in Las Vegas. Weston trained hard during the off-season and finished out the year by winning the highly coveted King of Lille-Bercy in Paris, France.

Phil Nicoletti raced in ten supercross events for the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team in 2015, where he earned a best finish of 13th place in both Dallas and Indianapolis. Phil will be an alternate rider for the team during the Supercross season, as he prepares for his full participation in the Lucas Oil Pro AMA 450cc Motocross Championship.

“It’s great to have Justin, Weston, and Phil back with the Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha team again for 2016,” Keith McCarty, Motorsports Racing Division Manager for Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., said. “I know that all three riders have been training hard aboard their YZ450F machines, and they’re ready to give the fans and all of us at Yamaha a lot to cheer about all season long.”

The cheering begins for Autotrader/Monster Energy/Yamaha on Saturday, January 9, as the 2016 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship gets underway at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA.

For more Yamaha racing news, results, photos, and videos, visit www.YamahaMotorsports.com/Racing

Also, check out “YamahaMotorUSA” on your favorite social media site.




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