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I don’t have the words to describe my excitement for the 2024 Vurbmoto Classic at NXT LVL 101 on September 13-15. Actually hold on, I do have a few words for how I’m feeling:
- Chomping at the bit
- Thirsty
- Eager
- Elated
Thanks Merriam-Webster! This must be how Haiden Deegan feels when he gets a chance to rip on his competitors.
Today I get to bring you the first batch of confirmed Hired Guns for our 13th or 14th running of the Classic!
What is a Hired Gun?
Vurb hand picks one rider for each class to represent the brand as our Hired Gun. We bring in a ringer and we don’t like to lose. Recognized by the target on their back, our Hired Guns are brought in for one reason and one reason only: to WIN.
Past riders include the likes of Justin Barcia, Adam Cianciarulo, Justin Cooper, and just about every other noteworthy amateur to make their way through the ranks over the past 15 years. We’ve got some new blood ready to drop gates this year, so be ready.
How Do You Become a Hired Gun?
- Don’t call us, we’ll call you.
- Our staff considers all Major event results prior to the Vurb Classic, social media presence, and geographic location.
- Loretta’s has, and always will, carry more weight. Our Hired Guns are chosen following Loretta’s and while we factor in other events, we look hard at overall moto scores from The Ranch.
Introducing the First Batch of Hired Guns
51cc 7-8 yrs Stock: Talon Rogers – Oklahoma
65cc 7-9 yrs: Abshur Hall – North Carolina
85cc 9-11 yrs: Austin “Candyman” Keller – Florida
85cc 9-13 yrs: Elliott Bowsher – Louisiana
Women 12+ La La Turner – Nevada
250 A/Expert: Logan Best – Florida
450 A/Expert: Noah Stevens – North Carolina
450 B: Reece Wheaton – Pennsylvania
Collegeboy 14-24 yrs – Ashton Bloxom – Texas
How about that for a start to our list? We have more riders confirming every hour, so we’ll be back to update this list really soon.
You can race the Vurbmoto Classic as well! You can register HERE. We hope to see all of you at NXT LVL 101 in Gray Court, South Carolina next month!
Main Image: Blake Keith
