Friday, December 21, 2012

American Honda 2013 Contingency Announcement

Courtesy of American Honda

Torrance, CA: American Honda proudly announces the continuation of the Red Riders Rewards program for 2013, with more than $5 million in earnings available to racers. For the upcoming racing season, the Red Rider Rewards program will provide Honda owners with thousands of opportunities to earn payouts at more than 1500 race events across the United States including motocross, off-road events, dirt track, ATV and road racing. There’s even contingency for the exciting new CBR500R. Riders on CRF150Rs will benefit from industry-leading payouts in both off-road and MX events.

Winnings will be issued through the Red Rider Rewards Card and can be used anywhere that Visa® is accepted. All results and rewards are processed electronically via XTRM Performance Network. Just sign up once and then go racing; we’ll automatically load your earnings onto your Visa Red Rider Rewards Debit Card.
For program details and a list of all eligible units, visit HondaRedRiders.com.

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

2013 Monster Energy Supercross TV Schedule

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports
AURORA, Ill. (December 19, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that the 2013 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, will enjoy the largest television package in the sport’s history. Nearly 100 hours of Monster Energy Supercross will air domestically across SPEED, CBS and FUEL TV. In addition, over 150 countries around the globe will broadcast Monster Energy Supercross, including a groundbreaking live programming schedule in Australia, the Middle East, and Africa on ESPN International.
A Monster Energy Supercross milestone, SPEED will air live coverage from a record 11 races, including the first and third stops from Angel Stadium (Anaheim, Calif.) Chase Field (Phoenix), Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego), Cowboys Stadium (Arlington, Texas), the Georgia Dome (Atlanta), Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis), Rogers Centre (Toronto), Reliant Stadium (Houston), Rice-Eccles Stadium (Salt Lake City) and Sam Boyd Stadium (Las Vegas). SPEED will also air a one-hour Monster Energy Supercross preview show before the gate drops on the season opener from Anaheim (January 5) and a 30 minute preview show from the season finale in Las Vegas (May 4).
Monster Energy Supercross will receive nine hours of next-day coverage on CBS, comprised of five 450SX Class races, including the second stop from Angel Stadium (Anaheim, Calif.), O.Co Coliseum (Oakland, Calif.), Edward Jones Dome (St. Louis), the Metrodome (Minneapolis), and CenturyLink Field (Seattle), as well as four one-hour season specials.  The season specials include a preview show, a midseason show, a year-end show and a special one-hour show on two-time defending Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ryan Villopoto.
Rounding out the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross domestic television package is the re-airing of every SPEED broadcast on FUEL TV.
“We are on the brink of one of the sport’s most anticipated seasons ever, and it’s only fitting to showcase it domestically on SPEED, CBS and FUEL TV,” said Ken Hudgens, COO, Feld Motor Sports. “This television package brings consistent coverage to the loyal fans of Monster Energy Supercross. That, along with the most robust international television package ever, will make the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross season the most watched season ever.”

2013 Monster Energy Supercross TV Schedule (Original Airings)
Air Date Venue City Network Time
12/22/2012 Supercross Preview Show   CBS 3:00 p.m. ET
1/5/2013 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (Live) 9:30 p.m. ET
1/12/2013 Chase Field Phoenix SPEED (Live) 9:30 p.m. ET
1/20/2013 Angel Stadium Angel Stadium (250SX Class) Anaheim, Calif. Anaheim, Calif. CBS SPEED Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
1/27/2013 O.Co Coliseum O.Co Coliseum (250SX Class) Oakland, Calif. Oakland, Calif. CBS SPEED Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
2/2/2013 Angel Stadium Anaheim, Calif. SPEED (Live) 10:30 p.m. ET
2/9/2013 Qualcomm Stadium San Diego SPEED (Live) 10:30 p.m. ET
2/10/2013 Ryan Villopoto: A Champion   CBS Noon
2/16/2013 Cowboys Stadium Arlington, Texas SPEED (Live) 9:30 p.m. ET
2/23/2013 Georgia Dome Atlanta SPEED (Live) 7:30 p.m. ET
2/24/2013 Supercross Mid-Season Show   CBS Noon
3/3/2013 Edward Jones Dome Edward Jones Dome (250SX Class) St. Louis St. Louis CBS SPEED Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
TBD Daytona Int’l Speedway Daytona, Fla. SPEED (Live) 7:30 p.m. ET
3/16/2013 Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis SPEED (Live) 7:30 p.m. ET
3/23/2013 Rogers Centre Toronto, ON. SPEED (Live) 8:00 p.m. ET
4/6/2013 Reliant Stadium Houston SPEED (Live) 9:30 p.m. ET
4/14/2013 Metrodome Metrodome (250SX Class) Minneapolis Minneapolis CBS SPEED Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
4/21/2013 CenturyLink Field CenturyLink Field (250SX Class) Seattle Seattle CBS SPEED Noon 1:00 p.m. ET
4/27/2013 Rice-Eccles Stadium Salt Lake City SPEED (Live) 9:30 p.m. ET
5/4/2013 Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas SPEED (Live) 10:00 p.m. ET
5/5/2013 Supercross Season Review   CBS Noon

Television schedule is subject to change
For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com, the official website of Monster Energy Supercross.  To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter, log on to http://www.facebook.com/supercrosslive and http://twitter.com/supercrosslive.
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 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Monster Energy Cup, Nuclear Cowboyz®, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®.  Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largET producer of live family entertainment.  For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012

2013 Arenacross Series to be Broadcast on Speed

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports

AURORA, Ill. (December 18, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports® and SPEED have released the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross television package that features two live telecasts in addition to eight next-day-air programs for a total of 10 hours on SPEED.
“With many exciting changes in store for the upcoming season, 2013 is primed to be a banner year for AMSOIL Arenacross,” said Ken Hudgens, COO, Feld Motor Sports. “The new AMSOIL Arenacross television package is a huge step forward for the sport – highlighted by two live races.”
The opening race of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season from the DCU Center in Worcester, Mass., will kick off the championship with a live broadcast on Saturday, January 5, which will serve as the lead-in to the live broadcast of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, season opener in Anaheim, Calif.
The second live broadcast of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season will be from the sixth race of the championship inside Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre, Pa., on Saturday, February 9.
The remaining eight AMSOIL Arenacross tour stops will all feature exclusive next-day telecasts, scheduled to air the Sunday following each respective race. This is the first time that each stop of AMSOIL Arenacross will be seen within 24 hours of the checkered flag.
“It’s great to continue building the relationship we have with the AMSOIL Arenacross audience,” said SPEED President Scott Ackerson. “January 5 is certainly circled on the calendar with the live kickoff of Monster Energy Supercross racing season from Anaheim and live AMSOIL Arenacross is a major part of that. Along with an expanded pre-race show that leads into the premiere of the Monster Energy Supercross season, it makes for the total package.”
2013 AMSOIL Arenacross SPEED Broadcast Schedule
City                                 Venue                                 Broadcast Date           Time
Worcester, Mass.             DCU Center                         January 5                   8:30 p.m. ET**
Baltimore                         1st Mariner Arena                  January 13                 1:00 p.m. ET
Grand Rapids, Mich.         Van Andel Arena                 January 20                 6:00 p.m. ET
Tulsa, Okla.                      BOK Center                         January 27                 6:00 p.m. ET
Cedar Park, Texas            Cedar Park Center               February 3                 1:00 p.m. ET
Wilkes Barre, Pa.              Mohegan Sun Arena            February 9                 9:30 p.m. ET**
Little Rock, Ark.               Verizon Arena                      February 17                1:00 p.m. ET
Wichita, Kan.                    INTRUST Bank Arena           February 24                1:00 p.m. ET
Kansas City, Mo.              Sprint Center                       March 3                     2:00 p.m. ET
Denver                             Denver Coliseum                 March 17                    1:00 p.m. ET
 
**BOLD indicates live broadcast.
Live timing and scoring from each round of the AMSOIL Arenacross season returns for the 2013 season!  To follow the intense racing action live, log onto www.Arenacross.com.

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Sunday, December 16, 2012

Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray Specially Formulated for Powersports Equipment

Courtesy of Bel-Ray

Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray Specially Formulated for Powersports Equipment

New Bel-Ray Detailer Spray Provides Protective Coating; Restores Factory Finish;
Works on Multiple Surfaces; Reduces Maintenance/Clean-up Effort on Equipment

            FARMINGDALE, N.J. (December 5, 2012) ― Powersports enthusiasts can now attain a protective, shine-enhancing coating on various equipment surfaces with the new Bel-Ray Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray.
            Safe to use on numerous surfaces ― plastic, fiberglass, chrome, metal, glass and rubber ― this spray, specially formulated for powersports, provides a water-resistant, protective film that enhances color and hides flaws, restoring that desired factory-finish look and sheen to machines. In addition, the durable coating will resist dirt and dust, making it easier and faster to keep equipment clean. Regular powersports cleaners can be used for easy wipe down, since the spray's unique finish thwarts dust and dirt from sticking to machines.
            Distinct from other silicone sprays, Bel-Ray Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray can be used on rubber surfaces and will protect them from drying out, making it a must-have product for mechanics preparing bikes for storage.
          "Bel-Ray has long been recognized as a leader in the manufacture of premium quality, high-performance powersports lubricants," said Jennifer Liquori, Chief Operating Officer at Bel-Ray. "Now we can help powersports enthusiasts take care of their machines, both outside and inside, to get a shiny machine that performs better."
            For more information on Silicone Detailer and Protectant Spray or other Bel-Ray products for powersports, visit www.belray.com or call (732) 938-2421.

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Friday, December 7, 2012

KTM Announces KTM Jr SX Challenge

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports

AURORA, Ill – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that the popular KTM Junior Supercross Challenge (KJSC) that will be making its return to the 2013 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, will also be debuting at the Wilkes Barre, Pa., (February 9) and Kansas City, Mo., (March 2) stops of the 2013 AMSOIL Arenacross season, where the future stars of the sport are showcased in a professional racing environment.
The KJSC will select 15 lucky racers for the chance of a lifetime as they live the life of a factory rider. Aboard identically prepared, factory backed KTM 50SXS bikes these riders will be competing on the very same track as the superstars of AMSOIL Arenacross. The junior racers will also be provided custom racing gear and their very own crew to work on the bikes.
During race day, KJSC riders will be able to participate in the rider track walk, opening ceremonies and autograph sessions just like AMSOIL Arenacross competitors and fellow KTM teammates Jeff Gibson and Kelly Smith. KJSC riders will have a full day of activities, from the minute they arrive. These riders will be pitted in a state of the art KJSC race team transporter where they will gear up to begin afternoon practice laps and prepare themselves to compete in a four-lap exhibition race which takes place during the night program.
“With all of the success the KJSC has had in the past with Monster Energy Supercross, we are excited to expand the program in to AMSOIL Arenacross for 2013,” said Todd Jendro, vice president of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. “The KJSC program has been a springboard for notable factory standouts such as Ryan Dungey, Mike Alessi and Eli Tomac to name a few, so we are pleased to promote this positive and family friendly program into our sport.”
Interested applicants must be 7-8 years old and meet the full requirements listed in the official rules. All rules and online entry forms can be found at the KJSC event website www.ktmjrsx.com.  The KJSC is held at two of the AMSOIL Arenacross races. Any additional inquiries about the KTM Junior Supercross Challenge should be directed to local KTM dealerships.   Was this post helpful? Add yours to our service or subscribe to our feed above.

Thursday, December 6, 2012

BTO Sports / KTM Motorsports

Courtesy of BTO Sports

BTO Sports / KTM Motorsports

Miami, FL (December 5, 2012) - Team BTO Sports is pleased to announce its partnership with KTM Motorsports for the 2013 US Supercross and 2013 US Motocross racing season. Team BTO will be celebrating their 10th year on the US SX and MX tour, and the timing of their first factory backed OEM effort with KTM Motorsports couldn't be more exciting. "We are very excited and proud of our new relationship with KTM. They are now the defending 450 MX champions, and to be a new addition to their team on the new 450 is an honor honestly. Being a factory backed team with an OEM has been a goal of the team since it's inception, and to achieve that with KTM and a manager like Roger DeCoster is incredible. Now we will put the pressure on us to do our job and perform", says BTO team owner Forrest Butler. 

The KTM partnership with Team BTO, will be driven through the teams long time motorcycle dealership, Palmetto Motorsports.  Palmetto will continue as a major team sponsor, and the driving force of KTM sales for the team.  "We are very excited to have KTM come on board with the race team for 2013.  Palmetto is a long time KTM dealer and supporter, and we have created a very unique sales program with all the team race bikes throughout each season.  With these two combined, I for see our 2013 team bike sale program being the best its ever been with the new KTM 450 SX-F.  It is going to be a very exciting year for the team, and we are proud to be a part of it", says Palmetto Motorsports Todd Sandoval.   

Team BTO Sports / KTM will field two full time 450 riders in the 2013 US Supercross and US Motocross racing series.  Team riders will be long time veteran Michael Byrne, #26 and 2012 Canadian National Champion Matt Goerke, #62.  Both riders will be racing 2013 KTM 450 SX-F model motorcycles and are very excited to be working with the new program and KTM Factory Services.  "Working with KTM on this level is a huge step for our team", says BTO team owner Vince Armitsu. "Our riders love the bike already, and we will be on the best equipment out there. To combine all this with our 10 year anniversary, is just a great thing for everyone involved with our team". 

Thank you to our list of 2013 season team sponsors:
BTOSports.com , KTM.com , Palmettomotorsports.com ,  Witt's End Racing
BTO Sports, KTM, Palmetto Motorsports, FLY Racing, WPS, Witt's End Racing, FMF Racing, RG3, Alpinestars, Factory Effex, Pirelli, Smith, Wiseco, ODI, ASV, Engine Ice, Dubya, Motorex Oils, DT1, Galfer, Hinson, RK, Excel, Leo Vince Carbon Fiber, Mechanics Wear, Matrix, ETS Fuel, Full Spectrum Batteries, Gear Custom Products, Pit Posse, ASMF, FLmx, Dream Traxx, Safety Kleen
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Jeff Ward Training Facility

Courtesy of Jeff Ward Training Facility

Perris, CA. – Jeff Ward has been in the motorsports industry since he moved to the United States at age three (3) and motocross has always been his highlight. Who better to start a motocross training school than Jeff. With his roots in motocross and having accrued 9 AMA Championships in Motocross, Supercross, and Supermoto, you can say he knows a lot to what goes into being a professional motocross racer. Not just on the track but off the track as well. The facility will be open to all skill levels, age, and gender of rider. 
 
“I am very excited to start up the training school. I have always trained a few racers on the side for fun, so I figured why not make it a full school,” said Jeff. “I am doing this with the help of my son, Brandon. We have had the idea to do this for quite a while and he has devoted countless hours working on the website and planning out the whole future of the company.”

Right now the Jeff Ward Training Facility, or JW Training Facility, is still in the beginning stage and currently holding daily training sessions at local Southern California tracks for $150 a session. They are planning to expand in the very near future and be able to accommodate a place to stay for a week long (to multiple weeks long) camp as well as have a line up of bikes available to ride for those farther away planning on coming out and staying without having to haul their bike.

“We are currently working on improving our facility,” said Brandon Ward. “We are making updates to the house and hopefully building a gym soon or possibly partnering with a current gym. Being at the location we are at, it is great for cycling, mountain biking, and pretty much any off-track training you can think of. There will be a lot of improvements and additions to the facility as we progress.”
Their next session is Tuesday December 11, 2012 at Milestone MX Park in Riverside, Ca. With Christmas right around the corner, it would make a great present!

You can always contact them to set up a future date that isn’t listed on the site. You can log on to their website at www.jwtrainingfacility.com or check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. There will be updates on the site soon including a calendar that has upcoming training sessions as well as a few other additions to the packages. Visit the website for more info on what is all included with a training session. If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to email them at info@jwtrainingfacility.com.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

MX Heaven Accepting Reservations

Courtesy of MX Heaven

MXHeaven, the Worlds #1 Choice in Motocross Holidays and is now taking reservations for 2013 and ‘14 seasons.
MXHeaven is also putting the final touches to the MX Racing team for the 2013 Nationals. They offer a complete package including bikes, accommodation, travel, practice and prep for the Nationals. Professional riders who are interested in joining the National Team should contact them for cost information and to see if they qualify.
Look for more information about the MXHeaven Racing Team for 2013 soon.
Contact them at info@mxheavenracing.com or search www.MXHeavenracing.com on the internet for information on schedules and programs.

MXHeaven Racing team is proudly sponsored by Ohlins USA, Yoshimura exhaust, Silkolene lubricants, GOLDfren brakes, DECALworks graphics, Cycra plastics, Troy Lee Designs, DunlopTires, NoToil, Gaerne boots, Warp9 radiators, RK-Excel, Wiseco, Works Connection and AME grips.
 
 
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Monday, December 3, 2012

Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross Returns With Two-Day Racing Format

Courtesy of MX Sports

Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross
Returns With Two-Day Racing Format
Morgantown, W.Va. - MX Sports is pleased to announce the return of the 4th Annual Monster Energy Ricky Carmichael Daytona Amateur Supercross Championship (RCSX) to the legendary Daytona International Speedway. This prestigious amateur race will take place Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11, following Saturday's Daytona Supercross by Honda.
This year will once again feature two full-days of racing, offering amateur racers even more track time and class options throughout the weekend. Highlighted changes for 2013 include the addition of the Masters (50+) class and the splitting of the 450 C and 250 C classes into two age-appropriate categories: (14-21) and (22+).
"MX Sports put great consideration into revising the classes for 2013 in order to provide greater opportunities for our participants," said Event Director Tim Cotter. "Based off the high participation numbers in the past, our team made the decision to split the 450 C and 250 C classes into two categories in order to give racers more time on the track and an even greater opportunity to make the main event."
Amateur racers once again have the unprecedented opportunity to compete on one of the most prestigious motorsports grounds in the world only one day after the pros. Perhaps the most enticing factor of this event is that 15-Time Champion Ricky Carmichael will be on site all weekend long to converse with amateur racers and their families while offering up tips and advice.
"I'm excited to be back at my racing home-Daytona International Speedway-for another year of RCSX," said 15-Time Champion, Ricky Carmichael. "This event has really grown into something special and it's cool to be a part of such a great opportunity for amateur racers. I'm looking forward to watching some great amateur racing at Daytona."
The class structure includes classes for youth riders on 50cc bikes all the way up to vet and senior classes. The race will follow a supercross format, using heat races and last chance qualifiers to seed the field of riders into a main event in each class, over the course of two days. Unlike the Loretta Lynn Ranch format, riders do not need to qualify at other races in order to participate in the Daytona event. Because of the supercross format, please note that class entries are limited in order to give participants the utmost time on the race track.
Amateur riders and their families are encouraged to come down early and camp on the Daytona infield, where hookups are available. Move in, sign up and camping begin on Friday, March 8, so amateur families can watch the pros compete on Saturday night in the Daytona Supercross. Amateur racing takes place on Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11.
For more information on the event, please visit www.racedaytona.com. To register for the 2013 RCSX, click HERE.
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Sunday, December 2, 2012

Monster Energy Supercross Moving from Dodger Stadium

Courtesy of Feld Motorsports

Monster Energy Supercross Moving from Dodger Stadium
January 19 Race Moved to Angel Stadium in Anaheim

AURORA, Ill. (November 30, 2012) – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that due to the improvements that the Los Angeles Dodgers intend to make to Dodger Stadium during the offseason, the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, race that was originally scheduled to be held at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on January 19, 2013 has been moved to Angel Stadium of Anaheim, in Anaheim, California. In addition, the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® event, which was scheduled for February 16,, 2013 at Dodger Stadium, has been cancelled.

“Our expectation is to be underway with enhancements to Dodger Stadium in preparation for the 2013 baseball season during the time these events are scheduled,” said Bob Wolfe, Executive Vice President of the Dodgers. “In order to avoid any possible impact on the January 19 Monster Energy Supercross race and the February 16 Monster Jam event, we, along with Feld Motor Sports, came to the decision that it would be best to have the event moved to another location on January 19.”

“We are working diligently to make the change from Dodger Stadium to Angel Stadium for the Jan 19 Monster Energy Supercross race seamless for the teams, sponsors, and most importantly the fans,” said Ken Hudgens, Chief Operating Office, Feld Motor Sports. “The collective effort between the Monster Energy Supercross staff, Dodger Stadium staff, and Angel Stadium staff to make this venue change has been very positive.”

Refunds to the two Dodger Stadium motorsports events can be obtained at the point of purchase. Tickets for the January 19 Monster Energy Supercross race at Angel Stadium of Anaheim will go on-sale Friday, December 7 at 10am PST.

For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, please log on to www.SupercrossOnline.com, the official website of Monster Energy Supercross. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305. To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook and Twitter, log on to http://www.facebook.com/supercrosslive and http://twitter.com/supercrosslive.

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 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMSOIL Arenacross, Monster Energy Cup, Nuclear Cowboyz®, 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.
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