MVR-D Suzuki rider Matiss Karro proved he has the pace to run with the world's best at the weekend, as the RM-Z250 rider just missed out on a podium finish at the British Hawkstone Park International event in Shropshire.
Qualifying inside the top 10, Karro was in impressive form from the off, moving though the pack in race one to as high as third place before a battle with Nicholls and Verbruggen in the final stages of the race saw Karro drop a place in the last lap to still take an impressive fourth position.
A poor start in the second race saw the young Latvian push once again, proving both his and the RM-Z250's pace by moving up to sixth place before a big crash forced him to restart, coming back to 16th at the flag.
Battered and bruised Karro rode to a strong 14th position in the Super Final race. He said: "Overall I'm quite pleased with how the day went. I felt very comfortable on the bike and despite the setbacks, we were fast and could move through the pack. I'm pleased to leave here feeling well and confident with both my own and the bike's pace."
In MX1, Carl Nunn rode to a pair of strong top-10 finishes, despite struggling with set-up and qualifying in a lowly 25th position. Finishing 10th in race one and improving to ninth in the second race, Nunn beat team mate Karro in the Super Final race by one position to finish in 13th.
Nunn said: "I didn't have a great feeling in qualifying, so to leave in 10th overall is a pretty reasonable result. We struggled with set-up, so I just got my head down and got on with it in the end. I'm happy to leave here uninjured and ready for the first round of the Red Bull Pro Nationals next weekend at Foxhill."
Team manager, Mark Chamberlain added: "Our priority was to leave here all intact, which we've achieved. Matiss rode extremely well today and despite his crash in the second race proved he has the pace to run with the best in the world. The crash took the wind out of him, but even after this, his pace was still good. Carl had a steady ride mainly due to his set-up woes, but again left here in one piece and feeling good for next weekend. Sadly for the team though, supported rider James Cottrell wasn't so lucky after breaking both wrists in a nasty crash. We all wish him a speedy recovery."
Results:
MX1 Race 1: 1st Tanel Leok, 2nd Marc De Reuver, 3rd Steve Ramon, 4th Max Nagle, 5th Clement Desalle, 6th Gareth Swanepoel, 7th Tom Soderstrom, 8th James Noble, 9th Bas Verhoeven, 10th Carl Nunn (MVR-D Suzuki).
MX1 Race 2: 1st Steve Ramon, 2nd Max Nagle, 3rd Clement Desalle, 4th Gareth Swanepoel, 5th Evgeny Bobryshev, 6th Tanel Leok, 7th Bas Verhoeven, 8th Jamie Lewis, 9th Carl Nunn (MVR-D Suzuki), 10th Yentel Martens.
Fly Racing Official Gear of 2010 Mammoth Motocross
Fly Racing is pleased to announce it has signed on to be the “Official Gear” of the 2010 Monster Energy Mammoth Motocross. As part of the agreement, Fly Racing will also present Round 1 of the Monster Energy Road to Mammoth Motocross qualifying series, which takes place at Milestone Ranch MX Park on February 6-7.
“Fly Racing has been a supporting sponsor of Mammoth for the past 10 years and when we were offered the opportunity to become the Official Gear sponsor, we jumped at it,” states Fly Racing Amateur Motocross Support Manager, Rod Reynolds. “Mammoth has so much history and the track is located in one of the most picturesque settings imaginable. It’s no wonder the event continues to be a favorite with racers and their families. Fly Racing couldn’t be more proud to now be the Official Gear of Mammoth Motocross. We look forward to being a part of this event for many years to come.”
For more information on the 2010 Monster Energy Road to Mammoth Motocross, visit 2Xpromotions.com
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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.
Last night AllAboutBikes was invited to see the dress rehearsal of the new “Nuclear Cowboyz” show as it starts its U.S tour with the first night in the Mellon Arena, Pittsburgh, Pa., home to the current Stanley Cup champions the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Journalists from all over the state arrived to see the first practice Friday, which includes one local boy Adam Jones. The other riders are Mike Mason, Nate Adams, Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg, Ronnie Faisst, Todd Potter, Beau Bamburg, Nixey Danielson, Jim McNeil, Dustin Miller, Matt Buyten Brian Foster, Jimmie McGuire and Jackson Strong. They were all at the first venue on the actual tour at Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh PA.
All New Freestyle Motocross Tour Is Coming To Mellon Arena
The all-new Nuclear Cowboyz Freestyle Motocross tour is coming to Mellon Arena for the first time ever! Pittsburgh is the first stop and premiere of this brand new tour.
The Nuclear Cowboyz tour has assembled the world's greatest cast of freestyle motocross riders, including Adam Jones, Mike Mason, Jeremy "Twitch" Stenberg, Ronnie Faisst, Todd Potter, Beau Bamburg, Jim McNeil, Dustin Miller, Matt Buyten, Brian Foster, and Jimmie McGuire.
These legends of freestyle motocross will synchronize awe-inspiring tricks, while attempting to break world records in a heart pounding two-hour scripted performance. This never-before-seen freestyle motocross event will also feature a wide range of added extreme entertainment exclusives like the Nuclear Cowgirlz dancers, “Grindergirl” and exotic acrobatic fire presentations.
The Nuclear Cowboyz tour is creating a new frontier in freestyle motocross by combining the high-octane sport and the high caliber of entertainment production for which Feld Entertainment is known.
You may have seen freestyle motocross before, but you have never seen freestyle motocross like this!
Show Time
Saturday, January 2, 2010
7:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)
Ticket Information
Tickets are available at the Mellon Arena Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster Retail Locations or by calling 1-800-745-3000. For Group Sales, call Mellon Arena at (412) 642-1977.
All seats are reserved.Super Value seats start at $25 for adults and $10 for kids (ages 2-12); plus applicable service charges.
New Harley Dirt Bike Makes First Appearance at FMX Gladiator Games
For ten years the FMX Gladiator Games have showcased the world’s greatest freestyle motocross riders. Last weekend the Gladiator Games celebrated its tenth anniversary and had something special in store for everyone to enjoy.
As the night came to a close, Chuck Carothers revved an engine and got ready for the show’s finale. He would ride a Harley Davidson XR 1200 off a ramp and do a full backward rotation.
From a press release issued by MX Sports Pro Racing...
MX Sports Pro Racing announces 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship schedule
MORGANTOWN, W.V. (November 24, 2009) - After one of the most thrilling seasons in AMA Motocross history, MX Sports Pro Racing is pleased to announce the highly-anticipated 2010 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship schedule.
Beginning in 1972, the AMA Pro Racing-sanctioned U.S. outdoor national championship has served as the most prestigious motocross championship on the planet, consistently showcasing the world's best riders.
Triumph for Taddy at Round One, Indoor Enduro World Cup
Fresh from his victory in the AMA Endurocross Championship, KTM's extreme Enduro factory rider Taddy Blazusiak sent a signal to his rivals on Saturday night in Sheffield when he won all three races in the first round of the 2009 Indoor Enduro World Cup.
The "Polish Prince" of extreme Enduro indicated he means business right from the practice where he distanced himself from the other riders over the tough obstacle course in the Sheffield Arena by a massive four seconds. Then, in case there was any misunderstanding about his intentions for this four-race winter series he took the glory in all three heats. Blazusiak was runner up in last year's three-event series behind KTM factory rider Ivan Cervantes of Spain. "Obviously I'm happy after winner all three races although I'm a bit tired from the US tour," Blazusiak told reporters. "I was comfortable with the track and my bike was flawless."
Enter a world in Central Austria where 1500 riders line up to put themselves through an agonizing thrill ride of physical and mental endurance on a dirt bike. Their opponent is known as the Iron Giant… an ominous and dangerous iron mine that offers the most ridiculous and challenging terrain known to man. With hands aching, legs burning, jaws clenching and heat exhaustion, only the strong can truly survive at Erzberg.
Lesotho, Southern Africa. Having incurred the wrath of Shaka Zulu, the Basotho people fled to the vastness of the Maluti Mountains, where even Shaka's Impis failed in their attempted to follow them over the plateau of over 3000 meters. Fast forward to 2009 where this region has become legend as one of the toughest endurance races worldwide that covers 500 kilometers over the course of three days. The world’s best heed the call each November to make their name at The Roof of Africa extreme enduro race. For over 40 years, this race has been in existence and hundreds of riders arrive in hopes of including this exclusive trophy to their cases.
Hundreds of the finest extreme motocross riders stand on guard in front of the Carpathian Mountains of Romania, ready to do battle with more than 600 kilometers of the most treacherous, grueling, unforgiving terrain on Earth. Armed with only their motorcycles and the hearts of warriors, these brave souls will march over the steepest hills, the thickest forests, and the deepest valleys to prove that they can conquer the Red Bull Romaniacs the worlds toughest four day enduro rally in the world.
Tuscany… a peaceful cityscape in the heart of Italy known for delicious cuisine and natural beauty. But each year, none of this matters as the world’s best extreme Enduro riders come together for an ultimate test. It’s called, Hell’s Gate… an extreme Motocross race that is as unforgiving and relentless as the devil himself.
Extreme Enduro Racing, described as man and machine against incredibly difficult terrain on a time-clock., has just risen to an entirely new level. The five top promoters came together on August 25 to organize the World Xtreme Enduro Championship (WXEC).
The conditions were perfect and the event had a record number of entries for its 25th Anniversary Motocross event scheduled on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Weymouth Beach.
This event attracts top riders from all over England on machines ranging from 125cc to 500cc and ages from 15 up. The site boasts, “The famous beach course is approximately one mile long and is designed to test the riders to the limits, reaching speeds of 70 mph, while competitively negotiating 'Bomb Holes', Dare Devil Jumps, Sharp Chicanes and a high speed straight.”
2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Final Statistics
MX Sports Press Release
With one of the most memorable seasons in American Motocross history in the books, MX Sports Pro Racing presents the final statistical report of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. 450 Class champion Chad Reed and 250 Class title holder Ryan Dungey provided a clean sweep for the Rockstar/Makita Suzuki team while Honda Red Bull Racing's Ashley Fiolek made history as the first full factory-supported woman to win a championship in the inaugural season of the Women's Class of the Lucas Oil AMA Motocross Championship.
Through twelve rounds and 24 motos for each of the men's classes, parity reigned supreme as a total of 10 riders claimed their first career class victories, including seven in the premier 450 Class alone. The eight round, 16 moto women's title fight came down to a pair of familiar faces while a lineup of young guns showcased their talent in what is quickly becoming a deep field of fast females.
The season-finale was all Rockstar/Makita Suzuki, with Dungey and Reed taking the championships
Alli Sports Press Release
Coming into the season-finale Steel City MX National, Rockstar/Makita Suzuki’s Ryan Dungey perhaps had less to worry about than his team did, as for Dungey, all he had to do was not lose more than 17 points to Monster Energy/Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Christophe Pourcel over the course of two motos in order to secure his championship.
However, for his Rockstar/Makita Suzuki team, Steel City marked an opportunity to win both the 250 and 450cc championships for the first time ever, having already clinched the 450cc title with unlikely outdoor star Chad Reed.
Property recovered from Unadilla "Heist"; Jason Cayen arrested for possession of the stolen property
MX Sports Press Release
The folks at MX Sports Pro Racing received a call today from Andrea LaMay, Ben's mom. Ben and Willy Browning's race bikes were stolen from the pro paddock Friday night of Unadilla, along with numerous other items, including Justin Week's bicycle, David Brigg's pit bike, and a substantial amount of gear.
Mrs. LaMay reported that they just left the Connecticut State Police Barracks where they were able to pick up Ben's bike, which thankfully has very little damage. While there she was able to see Willy's bike and is happy to report that it is in pristine condition. In fact, both bikes still had the transponders properly mounted. As far as the other recovered items, she was able to identify many things for the police belonging to riders, including Corey Pennington, Jacob Sanchez, Matt Shaefor and Mitchell Dougherty.
The final Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship race of the 2009 season will unfold this Saturday as the American Motocross Festival heads to Delmont, Pa. and Steel City Raceway. The event will bring the summer outdoor series to an exciting conclusion over the Labor Day weekend.
With the 450 Class championship already secured by Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki's Chad Reed, the remaining battles for the championships will come down to the 250 and Women's Motocross (WMX) classes with Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki's Ryan Dungey and Honda Red Bull Racing's Ashley Fiolek leading the way.
Last year, the inaugural American Motocross Festival presented stellar racing from all three classes and thanks to its success, it returns for 2009 as part of the championship weekend of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Additionally, SPEED will showcase the 250 Class battle as it goes down to the wire with same-day coverage beginning at midnight ET.
Motocross:Goerke claims upset win with first career victory at Southwick; rookie Barcia takes first 250-class win while Dungey steals points lead
Alli Sports Press Release
In a season highlighted by first-time winners, Factory Yamaha's Matt Goerke, of Lake Helen, Fla., captured an upset victory in New England to become the sixth rider in 2009 to win for the first time in the 450 Class.
Rain greeted the riders at Moto-X 338 on Saturday at the penultimate round of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship as consistent, light showers fell throughout the day. In the talented and deep 250 Class, GEICO Powersports Honda's Justin Barcia, of Cairo, Ga., claimed his first-career professional win while teammate Jessica Patterson, of Tallahassee, Fla., grabbed the victory in the WMX Class.
SPEED presents three hours of exclusive Motocross coverage Saturday; 250 Class From Budds Creek Precedes Southwick Doubleheader
MX Sports Press Release
As the season draws to a close, the demand for coverage of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship has reached a pinnacle and SPEED has responded, presenting three hours of exclusive coverage this Saturday, August 29.
Beginning at 8 p.m. (EST), the super competitive 250 Class race from Budds Creek will kick-off an evening of the world's premier motocross racing. Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki's Christophe Pourcel and Rockstar/Makita/Suzuki's Ryan Dungey are in the midst of a major battle for the series championship, but a determined Jake Weimer had plans of his own.
Immediately following the Budds Creek 250 race at 9 p.m., SPEED will present the first of two same-day coverage broadcasts from Saturday's Moto-X 338 Motocross National in Southwick, Mass. The 250 Class and its aforementioned title fight take center stage for the first time in 2009.
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The "Polish Prince" of extreme Enduro indicated he means business right from the practice where he distanced himself from the other riders over the tough obstacle course in the Sheffield Arena by a massive four seconds. Then, in case there was any misunderstanding about his intentions for this four-race winter series he took the glory in all three heats. Blazusiak was runner up in last year's three-event series behind KTM factory rider Ivan Cervantes of Spain. "Obviously I'm happy after winner all three races although I'm a bit tired from the US tour," Blazusiak told reporters. "I was comfortable with the track and my bike was flawless." 
As the season draws to a close, the demand for coverage of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship has reached a pinnacle and SPEED has responded, presenting three hours of exclusive coverage this Saturday, August 29.