What changes can we expect? MX Sports is visiting a lot of topics right now with the riders, the teams, the public, and our fellow promoters, both in outdoor motocross and Monster Energy AMA Supercross. Personally, I would like to see a revamped numbering system, I would like to see timed training count or qualifying motos count for gate pick only in the first moto (the second-moto lineup should be based on the first-moto results, in my opinion), pre-production equipment (why not let ’11s race beginning in May ’10, since they are pretty much ready to go?), maybe the addition of a regional youth class (19-and-under pro-ams?), two hours of TV coverage each Saturday, quieter bikes, better caution-flagging, less bannering, the two-stroke question is back on the table, and there are some areas of the country we just aren’t reaching (I hear you folks down south loud and clear), another look at the side panels, revamped press days (Thursdays would better, and they would attract more local press), and a more thorough drug-testing procedure…. That’s the short list, off the top of my head. Morning Espresso: 09/14
written by Brent Stallo
Motocross News DC Notes - What changes can we expect? MX Sports is visiting a lot of topics right now with the riders, the teams, the public, and our fellow promoters, both in outdoor motocross and Monster Energy AMA Supercross. Personally, I would like to see a revamped numbering system, I would like to see timed training count or qualifying motos count for gate pick only in the first moto (the second-moto lineup should be based on the first-moto results, in my opinion), pre-production equipment (why not let ’11s race beginning in May ’10, since they are pretty much ready to go?), maybe the addition of a regional youth class (19-and-under pro-ams?), two hours of TV coverage each Saturday, quieter bikes, better caution-flagging, less bannering, the two-stroke question is back on the table, and there are some areas of the country we just aren’t reaching (I hear you folks down south loud and clear), another look at the side panels, revamped press days (Thursdays would better, and they would attract more local press), and a more thorough drug-testing procedure…. That’s the short list, off the top of my head.
What changes can we expect? MX Sports is visiting a lot of topics right now with the riders, the teams, the public, and our fellow promoters, both in outdoor motocross and Monster Energy AMA Supercross. Personally, I would like to see a revamped numbering system, I would like to see timed training count or qualifying motos count for gate pick only in the first moto (the second-moto lineup should be based on the first-moto results, in my opinion), pre-production equipment (why not let ’11s race beginning in May ’10, since they are pretty much ready to go?), maybe the addition of a regional youth class (19-and-under pro-ams?), two hours of TV coverage each Saturday, quieter bikes, better caution-flagging, less bannering, the two-stroke question is back on the table, and there are some areas of the country we just aren’t reaching (I hear you folks down south loud and clear), another look at the side panels, revamped press days (Thursdays would better, and they would attract more local press), and a more thorough drug-testing procedure…. That’s the short list, off the top of my head. Things that won’t likely change? Saturday racing, two-moto formats, 30-second-card girls (but we do need more consistency), the minimum age moving up to 17, twelve rounds of racing, live NBC and Speed coverage of half the rounds, Women’s Motocross as part of the big show, and the one-day format…. Again, off the top of my head. JLaw the Jailbird
Yes, it’s true. Badass JLaw has found himself behind bars. After a little tiff between him and a friend, Lawrence landed 365 days of some good ol’ fashioned jail time. You can find his case report here on Racer X. If you want to send JLaw some love letters click the link below and look him up by his booking number; Booking Number: 200940886 http://www.riversidesheriff.org/corrections/ Booking Number :200940886 Name LAWRENCE, JASON DONALD Sex Race Date of Birth M W 04/08/1987 Age Hair Eyes Height Weight 22 BRO HAZ 5'8" 150 Arrest Date Arresting Agency 09/08/2009 09:30 Court Services Central Booked Date Case No. 09/08/2009 10:23 SWF027088 Charge(s) 203 F PC MAYHEM 243(D) F PC BATRY W/SERIOUS BOD INJ 245(A)(1) F PC ADW O/THAN F/ARM GBI FRC 245(A)(1) F PC ADW O/THAN F/ARM GBI FRC Bail Amount 0 Current Facility Southwest Detention Center Housing Unit FH04 Public Visiting Guidelines
“PRENTISS, MS (September 14) – Golden Pine Raceway is excited to team up with Vurbmoto to premier their new feature film Epic produced by Wes Williams. This amazing film featuring surreal footage of both amateur and professional racers will be shown at Golden Pine Raceway on Saturday, September 26 at 8PM. On this same weekend Golden Pine Raceway is hosting an AMA Pro-Am and the AMA Mississippi State Championships presented by Sedona tires. This event features factory contingency from both Kawasaki and Honda, a $5,000.00 pro purse, AMA pro points, and loads of product contingency from many great companies. ‘Combining a great race held at one of the nation’s finest tracks with this incredible new film makes perfect sense,’ said Andrew Campo, Advertising and Marketing Director, Vurbmoto. According to track owner Randy Rector, ‘Having the ability to be one of the premier locations for ‘Epic’ gives this annual race a special touch. Our dedication to offering one of the nation’s best racing venues and Vurbmoto’s focus on producing such a high end film go hand in hand.’ Copies of ‘Epic’ will be on sale at Golden Pine Raceway and can be ordered through www.vurbmoto.com. For more information please visit www.goldenpineraceway.com, www.vurbmoto.com, or call (601) 506-8669. “Deegan Shines in TORC Race 
Brian Deegan killed it over the weekend at one of the biggest off-road races there is…the TORC Off-Road Series from Crandon. On the Sunday race, which was aired LIVE on ABC, Deegan made his way through the carnage and landed himself on the podium in 3rd place! Think of it as the equivalent of a privateer coming out and winning a Supercross…oh wait, Deegan has done that too!
Brian Deegan killed it over the weekend at one of the biggest off-road races there is…the TORC Off-Road Series from Crandon. On the Sunday race, which was aired LIVE on ABC, Deegan made his way through the carnage and landed himself on the podium in 3rd place! Think of it as the equivalent of a privateer coming out and winning a Supercross…oh wait, Deegan has done that too! Thor Honors 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Champion Chad Reed
When Chad Reed returned to the outdoor nationals for the first time since 2006, he had just one reason: to win the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Reed is one of the most successful riders in AMA history, boasting a pair of Monster Energy Supercross titles and the distinction of being one of the most consistent riders to ever compete. However, the Australian rider's success indoors never quite translated to the outdoors and for the last two seasons, Reed has sat on the sidelines.
2009 was different for Reed in every sense of the word; a new team in Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki, a new mechanic in Mike Gosselaar and a new outlook on his career. After a tremendous Supercross season that went down to the wire, Reed decided he wanted to continue racing and make his career complete by going after the outdoor championship. He joined the series at the 11th hour and never looked back, capturing five wins, 10 moto victories and posting an average finish of 4.9 en route to the 450 Class title.
Throughout his career, Reed has been a part of the Thor Motocross family and to honor their international star, the sport's leading riding apparel brand awarded him with a state-of-the-art, custom jet ski at his home in Tampa, Fla.
Fresh off capturing the championship that eluded him for so many years two rounds early at Budds Creek, Reed returned to the Sunshine State greeted with a one of a kind black and white jet ski, adorned with the Thor shield and his infamous #22. The newly-crowned champ wasted no time in breaking in his new toy, heading to the lake for some fun in the water.
At the series finale from Steel City, Thor hosted a season-ending dinner on the eve of the last race of the 2009 season. Reed was the guest of honor as members, friends and family of Thor and Parts Unlimited gathered to share memories of the season, bench race and give Reed their congratulations.
To show its gratitude for Reed's on-track commitment to returning to the outdoor nationals, Thor presented Reed with a custom painted Force helmet, featuring a gold #1 that he would wear throughout each moto on Saturday during his first opportunity to showcase the number he worked throughout the summer to earn.
Friday evening's festivities put the finishing touches on an outstanding 2009 season for the Thor and Parts Unlimited family. In total, the Thor/Parts Unlimited team captured a pair of championships with Reed's outdoor crown and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki's Christophe Pourcel East Region Supercross Lites title. Additionally, its eight riders compiled 28 wins and an astonishing 71 podium finishes across both classes throughout the 29 supercross and motocross races.
-credit: www.thormx.com “
2010 Supercross Track Designs
It's never too early to start talking Supercross, especially now that the 2009 Lucas Oil Outdoor Nationals are over. In surfing around for moto news we stumbled upon all the track designs for the 2010 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season. CLICK HERE to check out all 16 designs.
Texas Pro Challenge - Swan Raceway Oct. 3-4
T.V. News
DirecTV drops Versus from Lineup
Morgantown, W.Va. (September 2, 2009) – DirecTV and VERSUS were unable to come to terms on contract renewal and as of Monday, DirecTV customers no longer have VERSUS in their lineup, which means loss of coverage of the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series, the Lucas Oil Women’s MX Championship, the Air Nautiques AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships from Loretta Lynn Ranch presented by Amsoil and ATV Dirt Days, the AMA Pro ATV MX Finals from Loretta Lynn Ranch.
The GNCC Series and the Women’s Motocross Championship will air throughout the month of September. The AMA Amateur Nationals from Loretta Lynn Ranch airs Thursday, September 24 at 4 p.m. EST), and the ATV Dirt Days final airs Sunday September 27th 2:30p.m. EST.
The following is a prepared statement from VERSUS with instructions on helping bring the network back to DirecTV:
“We are hopeful that DirecTV will make the right decision for its customers and put VERSUS back on the air so sports fans can continue to enjoy all of the network’s marquee programming. In the meantime, we urge you to call 1-800-642-1923 to demand that DirecTV puts VERSUS back on or visit http://www.VERSUS.com for more information about how to switch to another video provider; all of which carry VERSUS.”
Versus has set up a Web site for viewers to submit a request to DirecTV letting them know they want Versus back. To submit a request, Click here.
Most people believe that motocross started after World War II, but the sport actually originated in England as cross-country races known as scrambles around 1920. It just wasn’t called motocross back then.
Photo Flashback – Stewart Loretta's 2006
JS7 at LL’s back in the day… campo photo
Rumor Mill
- Malcolm Stewart will be MIA for a while due to shoulder surgery.
Motocross History and Facts
- Most people believe that motocross started after World War II, but the sport actually originated in England as cross-country races known as scrambles around 1920. It just wasn’t called motocross back then.
- Motocross is derived from the French, and traces its origins to British scrambling competitions. The name "motocross" is a portmanteau derived from the words "Motorcycle" and "Cross Country". (Wikipedia.com)
Website of the Week
DC Shoes has one of the best multi media websites in the business. We stopped by the site the other day and found this insane wallpaper of RC and AC that is must for any true moto enthusiast. Be sure browse the site if you are craving some great HD video or imagery from the worlds of surf, skate, snow. and or of course moto.
Troy Lee Designs Project of the Month
