Travis Pastrana's Super Mega Nitro Jump

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Travis Pastrana's Super Mega Nitro Jump

Just when you thought Friday couldn't get any better, Travis Pastrana launched his new online masterpiece: Super Mega Nitro Jump!

Choose your favorite vehicle and ramp combination to huck Travis as far as humanly possible. Pay attention, certain ramps work better with certain vehicles.

Oh ya, and try not to break Travis too much, we need him for Red Bull: New Year. No Limits on December 31st!

Visit www.travispastrana.com to play!

Talented Trio Set to Attack Arenacross Series for Storm Lake Honda

Courtesy of AMA Arenacross
AURORA, Ill. – As the weeks wind down until the season opener in Grand Rapids, Mich., January 8-10, the 2010 AMA Arenacross Series roster is starting to take shape as longtime series supporter Storm Lake Honda announced its rider lineup for the upcoming season.

“Having a shop that stands behind us and knows racing is awesome,” said Team Manager Matt Draper. “Storm Lake Honda is one of those few dealerships that understand the sport and when we need something, they go out and do whatever they can for us to make it happen. They’ve never once not done something they said they would and that is hard to find.”

Leading the way for Storm Lake is defending AMA Arenacross Lites Central Region champion Kurt McCabe. The Iowa native relied on consistency to claim his first career AMA title last season and just a few short weeks ago, rode to a dominant Lites class victory in front of his hometown crowd at the Des Moines prequel.

“Kurt will be our Arenacross class rider for 2010,” added Draper. “He will run some select Lites races for the chance to run that number one plate. I feel that he should run that number one every chance he gets because you never know if you’ll get that chance again.”

Joining McCabe is a pair of young up and comers in Ricky Draper and Brian Foster. For each rider, the 2009 season was their debut on the pro level and each gained valuable experience that will prove vital in their foray into the AMA Arenacross Lites class.

“Ricky (who was previously injured) was just released and will be racing next weekend,” explained Draper. “Unfortunately, Brian suffered an injury and will be out for a few months. We’ll be holding his spot though awaiting his return. The initial plan was to have Brian compete in the East Coast Lites and Ricky the West Coast Lites but with the recent changes we’ll see how things work out. Both riders are also qualified for the premier class and will take a shot at the main events at select races.”

Storm Lake took advantage of getting an early jump on 2010 at the Des Moines prequel, bringing all three riders to compete one final time before the official start to the season. With McCabe’s aforementioned success and a solid seventh place effort from Foster, it looks to be a promising year for the Iowa-based team. The chance to race in Des Moines was great for us. It gave us an opportunity to ride our new bikes in a race environment and I’m really happy with how we performed,” Draper continued

The 2010 AMA Arenacross Series kicks-off in Grand Rapids, Mich., January 8-10 from Van Andel Arena. Tickets for all rounds of the 2010 season can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com and www.arenacross.com.

For more information on the AMA Arenacross Series log on to www.arenacross.com.

About Feld Motor Sports
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 Series, Nuclear Cowboyz?, Freestyle Motocross, 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.

Fly Racing Signs Team DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha

Courtesy of FLY Racing
Fly racing is proud to announce it has signed a clothing contract with the DNA Shred Stix/Star Racing Yamaha team. Riders Martin Davalos, Broc Tickle and Max Anstie will wear Fly Racing’s Kinetic and Evolution Race wear during the 2010 AMA Supercross and AMA Outdoor Series.

“We are very excited to have Star Racing back in the Fly family and excited to have such a great group of riders representing Fly Racing,” states Fly racing’s Terry Baisley.
Look for the Fly/Star Racing winning combination at the upcoming 2010 AMA Supercross series opener on January 9th in Anaheim, California.

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.

Get Factory Connection Support at Mini O's

Courtesy of Factory Connection
Factory Connection will have their legendary trackside suspension support on hand November 21st through 28th  at the Mini O’s. FREE bike set up and technical support is available to all riders. Factory Connection will have a staff of six experienced suspension professionals on hand for re-valve services, rebuild Services, oil change services, fork and shock spring changes and has FC exclusive performance parts in stock.

Look for the Factory Connection tent and support vehicles on vendor row at the Mini O’s… you can’t miss us.  We wish all the riders a safe, successful week and a Happy Thanksgiving Day!

See you at the track!

GNCC Racing Congratulates Randy Hawkins on Induction into AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

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GNCC Racing Congratulates Randy Hawkins on Induction into
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

Morgantown, W.Va. (November 16, 2009) - Racer Productions, producers of the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series, is pleased to announce that off-road racing legend Randy Hawkins has been inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame. Hawkins, a long-time GNCC competitor who now owns and manages the Am-Pro FMF Yamaha team in the GNCC tour, is a seven-time AMA National Enduro Champion, 13-time International Six Days Enduro gold medalist and has won 73 AMA Nationals. He is a true ambassador of the sport.
"Randy helped raise the game for off-road racing both on and off the track," said GNCC Trail Boss Jeff Russell, who battled Hawkins for AMA Enduro Championships. "He was a fierce competitor, but he's also a great person and a real professional. His family was into car racing, and I think he brought that NASCAR mentality to bikes, which really helped the sport grow."
Hawkins started his racing career on go-karts and had early thoughts about car racing, but soon switched to motorcycles. Hawkins worked his way through the ranks until he won his first national in Texas in 1986. Hawkins signed his first factory deal in 1987 and won his first championship in 1988. From there, he launched his storied career in off-road racing.
Now, as owner and Team Manager of Am-Pro FMF Yamaha, Hawkins manages a team of championship-winning riders like Barry Hawk, Jason Raines and Thad DuVall and support riders Joe Scherer, Ryan Belue and Kyle Redman in a variety of off-road series.
"I'm honored and blessed with the career I've had racing motorcycles," Hawkins said.  "I never even knew anything about a Hall of Fame; I just rode motorcycles for fun on the farm. It took a little while to sink in because it's such a great honor. I couldn't have done it by myself; so many other people were involved through support and friendship to get here. It's a blessing and an honor I will cherish forever."
Hawkins is currently featured with other 2009 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famers on the cover of the December issue of American Motorcyclist.
About GNCC Racing
The Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series is America's premier off-road racing series. Founded in 1979, 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 1,800 riders through tracks ranging in length from eight to 12 miles, competing for more than $3 million in prizes. With varied terrain, including hills, woods, mud, dirt, rocks and motocross sections, GNCC events are tests of both survival and speed.  For more information, please visit www.gnccracing.com.

2010 AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships Area Qualifier Schedule Announced

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2010 AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships
Area Qualifier Schedule Announced

Morgantown, W.Va. (November 17, 2009) - MX Sports, producer of the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn's Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., has officially announced the 2010 Area Qualifier Schedule. Within the 7 different regions across the country riders are provided 51 opportunities to attend the first stage in the qualification process to the National Championships held at the famed Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., August 2-7, 2010.
"The 2010 schedule will give our Loretta Lynn riders an opportunity to compete on the best AMA tracks in America," said Tim Cotter, Director of MX Sports. "In addition to the many facilities that have historically been on the schedule we have a few very exciting new comers to the program. It is the goal of MX Sports to develop relationships with the best promoters and facilities in the country to hold these very important events."
The 2010 Area Qualifier Event Schedule already boasts several Pro National tracks and the Hangtown MX facility near Sacramento, Calif., joins the Northwest schedule for the very first time. Hangtown has been the site of professional motocross races since 1968, including the second round of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championships.
"We are excited to host our first Area Qualifier at Hangtown," said Scott Davis, promoter of the event and owner of E Street MX. "We hope the addition of the event at this national level track will be an exciting opportunity for riders on their way to the National at Loretta Lynn's."
Also new to the Northwest region is the addition of Horn Rapids MX near Seattle, while new relationships are forming in the South Central region with Cowboy Bad Lands in Beaumont, Texas. In the Northeast, Winchester Speed Park graces the schedule putting a qualifier in New Hampshire for the first time in many years.
To view the entire 2010 Area Qualifier Schedule visit
http://www.mxsports.com/pages/schedule/2010-area-qualifiers-schedule
Events listed to be announced (TBA) will be confirmed as soon as possible.
About MX Sports and the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships
MX Sports, Inc. is a Morgantown, West Virginia-based motocross production company that manages the AMA National Motocross Championships - the world's largest amateur motocross race. Hosted annually since 1982 at the home of country music star Loretta Lynn in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, the event is the premier amateur motocross race in the world. Approximately 25,000 racers attempt to qualify in 35 classes at the 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. Only 1,400 will make it to the final. The National event, christened "The World's Greatest Motocross Vacation," is held annually in the first week of August. As proof of the significance of winning an AMA Amateur National Championship title, most of today's top motocross and Supercross stars-including Ricky Carmichael, James Stewart, and Ryan Villopoto-won championships at Loretta Lynn's. For more information, please visit www.mxsports.com.

Team Dunlop 2010-The search begins at the 2009 Winter National Olympics

Courtesy of Dunlop

Buffalo, NY: Dunlop Tire Company is seeking the best up-and-coming minibike stars in the country to join the popular Team Dunlop amateur motocross program at www.teamdunlop.com. For the past three seasons, young amateur motocross racers throughout the country have been flying the colors of the elite Team Dunlop squad en route to collecting championships upon championships.

"We will begin our search for 2010 Team Dunlop riders at the Winter National Olympics November 23-28," said Dunlop Off Road Technical Manager Brian Fleck. "We will base our 2010 selections on the 2009 amateur national results and the 2009 final amateur power rankings. Factored into that will be rider attitude, professionalism and regional impact." Fleck added that participation in the 2009 Team Dunlop program is no guarantee of 2010 selection.

Seventeen riders made the Team Dunlop squad in 2009 (see below) and each one competed in a number of amateur national events. Some of the more accomplished riders who took home numerous titles in 2009 include Adam Cianciarulo, Jordan Bailey, Matt Bisceglia, Zach Bell and Sean Cantrell, just to name a few.

In just three years' of existence, the Team D support for young riders has proven to be extremely successful, with many young riders making smooth and rewarding transitions to the ranks of motocross professionals. Two of the most prominent success stories among Team D alumni include Ashley Fiolek, two-time Women's National Motocross Champion, 2009 X Games Women's Moto-X Gold Medalist and member of the Honda Red Bull Racing Team, and Justin Barcia, AMA Rookie of the Year in the 250 class, who rides for the GEICO Powersports Honda Team.

"Every year, working with the Team D kids has grown to be more and more fun," said Fleck. "We've been stepping up the program every year and teaming up with these young racers for some really excellent results. It will be exciting to see how far our 2010 riders end up going in their racing careers. Hopefully we will still be working with them when they transition to the pro ranks of AMA Supercross and Motocross."

About Team Dunlop
Team Dunlop identifies outstanding young people who compete on motocross bikes displacing up to 105cc and helps them move up to the next level. Dunlop has a long and proud history of amateur support for thousands of young racers every year. Additionally, Dunlop serves as the official tire sponsor of all the major amateur OEM groups, including Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Cobra and Polini. To submit your application for consideration to join Team D, visit www.teamdunlop.com.

Team Dunlop provides tire support and preferred service at select amateur races. Dunlop promotes and advertises Team Dunlop in national media as well as on the Dunlop Website. As a bonus, Team Dunlop riders become involved as development riders for the next generation of Dunlop racing tires in the youth segment. In 2009, Dunlop also contributed to an educational savings fund for the Team Dunlop riders to underscore the importance of staying focused on schoolwork. Team Dunlop riders can be easily identified because they sport a unique logo on their exclusively-branded Team Dunlop racetrack apparel.

Dunlop is especially proud of the Team Dunlop riders on the 2009 squad and congratulates each of them for their outstanding effort. Listed alphabetically, they are:

•     Jordan Bailey - KTM - Orlando, Florida
•     Zach Bell - Kawasaki - San Diego, California
•     Matt Bisceglia - Yamaha - Weatherford, Texas
•     Sean Cantrell - KTM - Newbury Park, California
•     Adam Cianciarulo - Kawasaki - Osteen, Florida
•     Thomas Covington - Kawasaki - Vernon, Alabama
•     Brad Esper - Kawasaki - San Diego, California
•     Steven Gretchen - Suzuki - McMechen, West Virginia
•     Lance Kobusch - Cobra - New Florence, Missouri
•     Connor Pearson - Yamaha - Powell Butte, Oregon
•     Jake Riggle - Suzuki - Colorado Springs, Colorado
•     Chase Sexton - Polini - La Moille, Illinois
•     Jordan Smith - Suzuki - Belmont, North Carolina
•     Tanner Stack - Kawasaki - Jackson, Michigan
•     Rookie White - Suzuki - Winchester, California
•     Clay Woeste - Cobra - Florence, Kentucky
•     Mark Worth - Kawasaki - Queen Creek, Arizona

About Dunlop Tires
Dunlop Tires is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S. and the only manufacturer of motorcycle tires in North America. With North American operations headquartered in Buffalo, NY, Dunlop has been making and selling high-quality tires in the U.S. since 1923. For more information, visit www.dunlopmotorcycle.com.

BMX Product Guide OGIO Flight Vest

Courtesy of Ogio and Vital MX

Considered one of the most versatile packs ever, the OGIO Flight Vest offers tons of storage and disperses weight evenly around the torso. The 70 oz. (2.0L) hydration reservoir located on the ventilated back comes with an insulated hose to keep you hydrated in any weather condition. Dual side expansion buckles and multiple adjustment points allow a customized fit. Whether you’re a fisherman, photographer, medic, off-road rider, skier or snowboarder the multifunctional storage pockets throughout the Flight Vest will match your demands.
The Flight Vest retails for $129.99. For more information visit www.ogio.com or contact your local Ogio dealer.
Colors: Stealth
Size: Once size fits most
Weight: 3.44 Lbs/6.8 Kg

2nd Annual MXers Toy Drive at Mini O's

Courtesy of MXers for Jesus

MXers for Jesus will be accepting new unwrapped toys at the Winter National Olympics this year. All toys will go to children in need that live in the south eastern area of the United States. This event is headed up again this year by Cassie Cozadd, the wife of Kevin Cozadd. Kevin and Cassie both founded and now run MXers for Jesus. MXers for Jesus is a non-profit Christian ministry set up to provide church for motocrossers and their families. 

"Last year we were able to take in over 300 toys and distribute those toys to many children in need. When we saw how much it meant to those children and their parents, it truly made it worth all the work!" said Cassie Cozadd. MXers for Jesus is hoping to receive even more toys this year.  MXers for Jesus will have a drop off stop at their rig during Mini O's.

More info: www.mxersforjesus.com

kevin@mxersforjesus.com

cassie@mxersforjesus.com

2010 AMA ATV Hare Scrambles Schedule

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Courtesy of American Motorcyclist Association
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) announced today the 2010 schedule for the AMA Racing ATV National Hare Scrambles Championship. The series determines the country's top ATV hare-scrambles racers in a range of classes with national awards and No. 1 plates.

"Last year, the AMA broke new ground with the AMA Racing ATV National Hare Scrambles Championship Series," said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. "For the first time, we gave ATV riders their own national hare scrambles series. In fact, we will be recognizing our inaugural-year champions at the upcoming AMA Racing Championship Banquet, this Dec. 4, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, with AMA Racing National No. 1 plates.

"We're looking forward to building on our first-year success this coming year," Bromley continued. "Working with local promoters, we've put together a great series for 2010."

The initial round will be promoted by Evansville MX Park and be held April 17 in Berwick, Pa. The series will then roll through Wisconsin, back to Pennsylvania then New York for the series finale. The six-round series will wrap up Aug. 28 in Courtland, N.Y.

2010 AMA Racing ATV National Hare Scrambles Championship Series Schedule

Round 1
April 17
Evansville MX Park
Duane Fisher
(570) 759-2841
info@evansvillemxpark.com
EvansvilleMXPark.com
LOC: Berwick, Pa.

Round 2
May 29
Sugar Camp Racing
Scott Schwalbe
(715) 272-1101
sugarcampracing@frontier.net
SugarCampEnt.com
LOC: Rhinelander, Wis.

Round 3
June 12
Miles Mountain
Jeremy Richardson
(570) 723-8516
boot46@ptd.net
MilesMountainMX.com
LOC: Elkland, Pa.

Round 4
July 18
Rausch Creek Powersports
Tiffany Tobias
(570) 682-4600
rob@rauschcreekracing.com
RauschCreekRacing.com
LOC: Valley View, Pa.

Round 5
Aug. 28
Knobby Acres
Cindy Davis
(607) 756-5277
mcdavis409@yahoo.com
Wnyoa.net
LOC: Cortland, N.Y.