Moto Source A1 Party
The supercross season is almost here, and there's no better way to celebrate its arrival than the annual Moto Source A1 party. Mark your calendar for Saturday night!
January 02, 2012
December 22, 2011
Dungey-replica KTMs coming to Reno KTM
December 14, 2011
RMS and Reno KTM Christmas parties
November 24, 2011
NMS gift ideas
Consider these items from NMS as an alternative to getting pushed around at Wal Mart at midnight.
November 11, 2011
NMS November sale
Nevada Motorcycle Specialties is bringing out the deals for November. Might be time to get an early start on your shopping?
October 12, 2011
Moto Source Monster Cup Party
Someone could walk away with $1 million in purse from this weekend's Monster Cup, so consider watching the show Saturday night with the Moto Source crew at Woody's Grill and Spirits. And be prepared to yell like crazy if someone snags the million.
October 11, 2011
Stewart Out for the Monster Cup
It is disappointing that a man who is so good at racing motorcycles is so reluctant to do so.
September 20, 2011
Mike and Jeff Alessi Coming to RMS
The Alessi brothers, en route to the Liv Fast Cup at Exit 28, will be making a stop at RMS for an autograph signing this Thursday. Mike might be a good guy to see if you need advice with your starts.
August 30, 2011
Liv Fast Nuclear Fallout Graphics
You know an event has taken off when it gets its own set of commemorative graphics. Check out these Guts Racing-produced graphics that feature the Nuclear Fallout theme. You should be able to see them stuck to KTMs at area Wal-Mart locations now (look for the bike hanging from the ceiling) or you can click on the image below to see a bigger version.
August 25, 2011
NMS/SMRA Sale
Nevada Motorcycle Specialties and Sierra Motocross Racing Association have teamed up to host a special, SMRA-members-only sale tomorrow night. So if you like saving money and the feeling of exclusivity, consider paying a visit (and new SMRA members are welcome too.)
August 13, 2011
Tech One to Support Evgeny Mikhaylov
Our friends at Tech One Designs are joining forces with Pulp MX to help a Russian privateer in need. Check out the press release below.
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PulpMX and Tech One Designs are proud to reveal their collaboration in support of our Russian friend Evgeny Mikhaylov for the remaining National rounds. Regular PulpMX readers are fully aware of our excitement over the Kraor Meat and TLR Performance-backed Russian and his participation in the US motocross series. We are also excited to announce that Fly Racing and X-Brand Goggles have joined us in helping make Evgeny's journey to the remaining rounds go as comfortably as possible.
Tech One Designs' owner, Jonathan Lee adds, "We here at Tech One are excited to support Evgeny in his efforts for the remainder of the 2011 season. Despite the challenges of being in a foreign country and facing the world's toughest competition for the first time, his motivation and tenacity have been proven by his impressive success thus far. We hope that our support will further aid him in achieving his goals this year."
Evgeny has been very excited about this support and when asked how it changes his view of his competitors, he replied, "I must break them." (not really...)
Go Evgeny!
Check out Evgeny's look for the remainder of the outdoor season below.
--Pulpmx and Tech One Designs
August 09, 2011
Nuclear Fallout Motocross Series Round 1
It's August, and for northern Nevada motocross that means it's time for a trip to the Fallon Fairgrounds. Click on the flyer below to get the details on this weekend's racing from the new NMXD web site.
August 07, 2011
Correction: Tech One Pulp MX Article
OK, it turns out I had the wrong page for the Tech One story on Pulp MX. It turns out that this is the story, and it is way more informative than the one I listed in the last post.
And for even more on Tech One Designs, just click on the photo below.
August 05, 2011
Tech One Designs Pulp MX Graphics
Tech One Designs recently created these cool graphics for the guys at Pulp MX, the Steve Matthes-run web site and podcast. If any of you are familiar with Matthes and his work, you'll surely appreciate that this particular graphic set sports a Tim Ferry theme.
Tech One creates custom items like this all the time, and if you're in the market for a set of unique graphics, you can visit their web site here. And if you'd like to check out the Pulp article, just click on the photo below.
August 02, 2011
RMS Tent Sale This Weekend
The big tent is coming out at Reno Motorsports this weekend, and under it you will find amazing deals on many awesome things. Be sure to check it out.
July 18, 2011
CMS Now Open in Carson City
Carson Motorsports is up and running at its new location in Carson City. Stop by to see the new KTMs and all the other off-road goodies they have, or click on the flyer below to check out their web site.
July 14, 2011
Exit 28 Night Award
It's almost time for more night racing at Exit 28, and if you can keep it together under the lights, you might score something like this.
Click on the award to get the series schedule and info.
July 08, 2011
Liv Fast/NMXD Rev Rock and Ride Night Series
July 05, 2011
NMS Receives Outstanding Service Award
The boys and girls at Reno KTM earned some honors at the recent KTM dealer show.
Here's owner Mark Martinmaas accepting the award. Nice work, guys.
June 12, 2011
NMS Has Beer for Dad
June 02, 2011
RMS Pasta Potluck
Call me old fashioned, but I still say there's no better food for a race weekend than pasta, and RMS will be at Exit 28 to help you get your carbs this weekend.
May 18, 2011
Tech One Top Five Giveaway
The guys at Tech One Designs are offering some awesome prizes to anyone who can prove themselves to be a Moto Nostradamus (Motostradamus?) Check out the flyer below for the details and click on it to go to Tech One's Facebook page to take a stab at winning some really cool stuff.
May 08, 2011
RMS 15th Anniversary Sale
Has it been 15 years for RMS already? I was a 125cc Junior when they first arrived on the scene, so I guess it has been. How time flies.
May 02, 2011
Modoc Summer Series
Dee from NMS sent me this flyer from a series they're sponsoring in Cedarville, California. It's a bit of a drive, but if you're looking to take a road trip, it might be worth a look.
April 29, 2011
Moto Source SX Finale Party
Will Villopoto hold on? Can Reed claw his way back to another championship? Will Dungey find some magic in the homestretch? Can Stewart pull off the comeback of his career?
Watch these questions and others answered at the Moto Source SX Finale Party, and you might even win a new Bell Moto 9!
April 12, 2011
Tech One Designs Launches New Web site
Tech One Designs is now ready to meet all your moto-graphic needs on their new web site. I took a browse around and was pretty impressed. It's a super-clean site, and it makes it seem like a snap to get your bike in fine aesthetic order. You can get to the new site by clicking on the screenshot below, and here's more info from Jonathan at Tech One:
"The Tech One Designs website and store are up and running and fully functional! Get your custom backgrounds and graphics for as low as $20.99, and for all who are racing the Virginia City GP, check out the VCGP section in the store. Ordering is easy and can be done right from your smartphone. Stop in today! www.techonedesigns.com"
April 02, 2011
Tech One VCGP Graphics
Check out these cool 40th Anniversary Virginia City Grand Prix graphics by Tech One Designs. They'll be on display most of this month at Big Valley Honda (when Brody isn't riding the bike), so check 'em out if you want your bike to be in full resplendence for the VCGP.
February 28, 2011
SMRA Spring Series Brought to you by NMS
February 26, 2011
2011 Testa Motorsports Line-up
Testa Motorsports just released their team line-up for 2011. Looks like they'll be well represented with this squad.
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2011 Team Testa Riders:
Jesse Gore
Class: 250 Intermediate
Number: 210
Alex Ficco
Class: 450 Intermediate
Number: 822
Chris Paras
Class: 250 Intermediate
Number: 892
Christopher Willing
Class: Worcs UTV
Number: 654
Caleb Duster
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 963
Cody Carter
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 693
Ronnie Halsey
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 181
Hunter Doyle
Class: 250 Beginner
Number: 743
Auggie Roefer
Class: 85 Novice
Number: 8t
Tj Taylor
Class: 85 Beginner
Number: 92j
Travis Whitwam
Class: 65 Novice
Number: 352
Wyatt Brixey
Class: 50 4-6
Number: 309
Lux Turner
Class: 50 4-6
Number: 47
Chris Willing
Class: Worcs 90cc Open Quad
Number: 654y
2011 Testa Support Riders
Cole Green
Class: 250 Intermediate
Number: 717
Kc Green
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 415
John Patterson
Class: 450 Novice
Number: 48
Adam Munoz
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 236a
Jordan Harvey
Class: 250 Novice
Number: 277
Garrett Harvey
Class: 250 Beginner
Number: 396
Todd Hill
Class: 40+ Beginner
Number: 2t
Robert Taylor
Class: Open Quad
Number: 26a
Watch out for Team Testa this year at the SMRA series! Good luck everyone! It's going to be a great season!
February 09, 2011
Scott Stillmock at NMS
Local Pro and nice guy Scott Stillmock is now working with his friends at Nevada Motorcycle Specialties. Stop by and say hello next time you need an accessory or a part for your orange bike.
February 03, 2011
Nathan Woods Memorial Ride Day and Fund Information
Here's the information on the Memorial Ride Day planned for the late Nathan Woods, as well as the details on the Memorial Fund set up to support his wife and children.
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The off-road motorcycle community was deeply saddened when the news arrived that 2-time WORCS Champion Nathan Woods had passed away in a motorcycle accident last Friday during a practice session for the opening round of the WORCS.
Woods is survived by his wife Amanda and their two sons Nathan Jr and Braxton. Woods long-time friends FMF/KTM rider Kurt Caselli and his former mechanic Charles Jirsa have gathered some of Woods’ closest friends to organize a ride day with all proceeds going directly to the Woods family.
The ride day will be held at Glen Helen Raceway on February 23, 2011. A $20.00 admission fee will be charged to all riders with 100% of the proceeds going directly to the Woods family. Gates will open at 9:00am on the morning of the ride day and an open practice session will be held from 10:00am to 4:00pm. A silent auction will also be held until 4:00pm with all proceeds going to the Woods family. If you have any items you would like to donate to the silent auction please bring them to the track on the day of the ride.
Please help us spread the word by encouraging your whole family and friends to come out and ride to raise money for the family of an off-road icon that will never be forgotten.
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And the Memorial Fund info:
| Nathan Woods passed away on Friday, January 28, 2011 at the age of 32, from injuries sustained during the open practice session for the first round of the WORCS series in Taft, CA. Nathan is survived by his wife Amanda and their two sons, Nathan Jr. and Braxton. Woods, with more WORC’s wins to his name than any other rider in series history as well as two WORCS Championships to his credit, had joined the Carbon Raptor Stillwell Performance Racing for the 2011 season. Since joining the team, Woods had bonded well with his young teammate, Kevin Rookstool, and was very excited and motivated to begin the season with the new team and to help mentor Rookstool throughout the year. “The entire team is extremely saddened by Nathan’s tragic passing. We were all so excited about this season and the opportunity to work with a great man and champion like Nathan and were confident he would have been a front runner in both the WORCS and EnduroCross series. We will race this season with heavy hearts, but knowing that Nathan will be with us, as demonstrated by Kevin’s amazing 6th overall finish yesterday despite the circumstances,” said Team Owner Alan Stillwell. “Everyone at the RiderDown Foundation is deeply saddened by the loss of Nathan Woods this past weekend,” said Bruce Vermeulen, President of RiderDown. “He was a great ambassador for our sport and will be missed greatly. We are accepting donations to help the family during this very difficult time and will be sending an initial check from previous fundraising efforts immediately in memory of Nathan. 100% of all donations mentioning the Nathan Woods Memorial Fund will be given directly to the family.” Payments can be made through your PayPal account or with any major credit card with all proceeds going to support Nathan’s family. When submitting your donation please enter into the notes field that it is for the Nathan Woods Memorial Fund. Please visit www.RiderDown.org and their Donate Page HERE to help. Nathan’s local Templeton, CA Rabobank location has also started a Nathan Woods Memorial Fund and will be accepting donations by check or credit card at any of their locations nationwide with all proceeds going to the Woods family. Powersport Grafx will be donating #54 Never Forgotten helmet stickers that will be available shortly. Please stay tuned to www.stillwellperformance.com or their Facebook page for more updates and information on how to assist the Woods family. RiderDown Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping responsible off road motorcyclists and ATV racers who have been injured while riding. Proceeds are used to provide assistance to the riders and their families when faced with medical expenses and related issues. Our Tax-ID for your year-end deduction is: 47-0955896 | ||||
January 25, 2011
Welcome Tech One Designs
If you're in the market for some new graphics--and really, who isn't? Vinyl doesn't last forever--then check out our newest sponsor, Tech One Designs. They specialize in all sorts of custom motocross graphics, including shroud and background pieces, Leatt brace sticker kits and custom jersey prints. They designed Adam Conway's graphics for the 2011 Supercross season, and they can help you look like you belong at a supercross too (talent not included.)
Click on the logo to the right to get to their web site and then click on the link for products and pricing to see what they offer.
January 05, 2011
Moto Source SX Party
Wow...A1 is only three days away, and all of the heavy hitters are ready to go. Will Dungey tighten his grip on his 2010 titles? Can Stewart return to form as the fastest man on the planet? Does Reed have what it takes to win on a Honda? Will Villopoto exact revenge for his disappointments last year? Will Pourcel choose oatmeal or scrambled eggs as he eats breakfast back home in France?
OK, maybe that last one isn't that exciting, but I'm dying to see the rest of those questions answered. And if you are too, a good place to see them answered will be at the second annual Moto Source SX Party. Check out the details below and prepare to yell yourself hoarse at the TV as the 2011 season finally takes off.
December 23, 2010
Blair Brothers to race AX series
These two are from northern California, but we've seen them in northern Nevada plenty of times over the years.
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(Lodi, CA) – Daniel and Vincent Blair are poised and prepared to make some noise in 2011 with their new team that will be contesting the 2011 AMA Arenacross Series, kicking off on January 8th and 9th at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.
The Blair’s band, "The Main Event", is also launching their new and highly anticipated EP "Hiatus" in January to coincide with their racing efforts.
Daniel Blair’s (#25) race resume is as impressive as any in the AMA Arenacross Series. Daniel finished 9th in overall points for the 2009 East Coast Supercross Lites class, racing for the GEICO Powersports Honda Team, and has had numerous top-10 finishes in AMA Supercross Lites/ Supercross main events, X Games and high-profile International races. As an amateur, Daniel won three AMA National titles and he’s the first rider in AMA Pro Racing history to qualify for both a 125cc and 250cc Supercross main event in the same night aboard a four-stroke motorcycle.
Joining Daniel will be his longtime riding companion and younger brother, Vincent #27. With podium finishes and consistent top 5 finishes, Vincent, 23, will look to be an instant threat on the AMA Arenacross Series tour.
Having qualified for a number of Supercross main events, Vincent also won three amateur AMA National titles.
In addition to their notoriety and successes within the world of Motocross, the Blair’s band, "The Main Event", will also be releasing there second EP, Hiatus", in January. Daniel (vocals) and Vincent (guitar) formed the band in 2004 and have developed a strong fan following. Their musical talents have seen them perform at Warped Tour, as well as numerous International tours.
"Both Vincent and I can’t wait to hit the starting gate on January 8th", stated Daniel. "We’ve been training so hard and feel more prepared than ever. We’re equally excited to share "Hiatus" with the world…Vincent and I spent countless hours in the studio and can’t wait to release it."
Aboard Honda CRF 450’s, the Blair Brother’s will be supported by top brands that include Troy Lee Designs, Alpinestars, Renthal, Motorex, Factory Backing, TCR, Motosport Hillsboro, Guts Racing, No Toil, Works Connection, UFO Plastics, Scott Goggles, AiRide Suspension, Dunlop, and EVS.
Due to a last-minute change, the Blair’s are actively seeking a primary sponsor for their team. Interested parties should contact tballard@nxtagency.com
To hear a new track from The Main Event’s upcoming album "Hiatus", visit this link.
Check out the band at www.myspace.com/rockthemainevent
Follow Daniel at www.blair125.com
December 20, 2010
Justin Soule's Privateer Outreach
Monster/Kawasaki off-road racer (and northern Nevada local) Justin Soule is offering two amateur privateers a nice set of freebies to help them make their mark on the WORCS series.
Way to give back, Justin. Here's the info.
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Justin Soule and his second Annual JustinSoule.com "Privateer Outreach" program presented by JustinSoule.com Over the next 3 weeks, Justin and his wife Courtney will be selecting (2) lucky WORCS amateur riders to receive each of the following for the 2011 race season:
"I’m stoked to be back this year with my Privateer outreach program. I really enjoy doing this and I’m glad I was able to continue it. Jason and I have put together a pretty cool package and I want to thank all of the sponsors behind this program. My wife and I really appreciate it," said Justin.
Please email a short essay to Justin, indicating why you feel you deserve this sponsorship for the 2011 WORCS Racing season. Contact Justin through his Contact Us on his website at www.justinsoule.com Entries will be accepted from today through Friday, Dec. 24th. Please include your email and phone number so we can call you if chosen. Sponsorships are open to 50cc-450cc A, B and C classes (no Pros). Good luck to all of the WORCS 2010 riders.
For more information please visit www.JustinSoule.com.
December 19, 2010
NMS and Deft gloves
December 17, 2010
BVH Bonus Bucks
December 10, 2010
Moto Source Customer Appreciation Party
I know, I know--mx775 has become a shop-flyer mill over the last few days. But with all of our sponsors putting together special sales and events for Christmas, I figure I've got to keep you posted.
This party at Moto Source sounds like a good time to me.
December 08, 2010
Red Bull at NMS
Nevda Motorcycle Specialties will soon be carrying the Red Bull Motocross line--perfect for the energy-drink addict on your list.
December 06, 2010
RMS Holiday Sale
There's more sale action happening this weekend at RMS. Buy some more presents for yourself...it's good for the economy.
December 03, 2010
NMS Holiday Party and Sale
December 01, 2010
BVH Extended Black Friday Sale
Big Valley Honda has extended their Black Friday sale through this Friday (December 3). Pay them a visit to fill in the blanks on your Christmas list and tell 'em mx775 sent you.
Click the image below for more info.
November 24, 2010
Black Friday Weekend Sales at Moto Source, NMS, RMS and Michael's Reno!
Sure, you could go to Wal-Mart on Black Friday and try to get a cheap laptop or plasma TV. But you're going to have to fight some gnarly crowds, and you know what else? Wal-Mart--and every other big chain store, for that matter--doesn't have any moto stuff. You definitely won't get a great deal on a new helmet or a motocross-branded hoodie if you follow the masses.
So why not visit one of our local moto shops instead? I recommend any of our fine sponsors, particularly those that have posted the flyers you see below. That way you'll probably end up with some cool moto presents and you won't spend your morning getting into a battle of elbows with a heavyset woman over the last iPod Nano at Target.
November 12, 2010
Christophe Pourcel Talks about 2011
The former MX2 World Champ's plans for 2011 are still unclear, but evidently he feels the need to address a few things.
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Los Angeles, CA - After sustaining a disappointing season ending shoulder injury at the AMA Motocross Championship finale in Pala California in September, Christophe Pourcel spent the following two weeks seeing various orthopedic specialists in the US and consulting with the internationally acclaimed shoulder specialist Dr. Gilles Walch and his personal physician Dr. Olivier Dufour. It was then decided that he would return to France and consult with Dr. Walch’s team for the final diagnosis and then proceed on their recommended course of treatment. It was determined that the best way forward was to perform an operation to repair the injuries. After surgery he then went to the Cap Breton CERS facility in France to spend 5 weeks in a live-in physical therapy program and is now in his final days there. It is expected that at the conclusion of his scheduled program he will be cleared to return to riding. As rumor, speculation and public comments regarding his contract negotiations for 2011 continue to proliferate throughout the sport of motocross Christophe would like to set the record straight and offered the following comments: "I’ve read and heard many of the things that have been said about me and my pursuit of a ride for 2011 and nothing I’ve seen has accurately portrayed the situation. I prefer to conduct my business dealings in private but feel this situation needs to be addressed publicly to combat the misinformation that is out there. The only thing that I have asked for or have sought, has been something that would provide me with a program that is comparable to the way that that my competitive set of riders are being compensated and supported. I am not "holding out" for a specific amount of compensation as has been stated by a certain corporate spokesperson, but I have sought and continue to work toward a deal that allows me to have the resources I need to be competitive and to plan for my future after racing. I understand that times are hard for everyone and economic realities apply to me too, but I have to have access to the same type of resources that my competition have in order to be competitive with them. I’ve invested the results of my success so far in the United States back into the United States and hope to be able to continue to race there and enjoy the way of life there, in what I consider my second home country. We are currently working on options that would allow me to do that and hope to have some news soon. I’m working hard so that I can continue to compete in the sport that I love and has been the passion of my life for as long as I can remember. I can’t thank the people who believe in me enough, and their continued support will get me through this challenging time."
November 09, 2010
Hart and Huntington Race in Boulder City
Check out this press release if you're a Pro who wouldn't mind traveling south to earn part of a $10,000 purse, or if you're an amateur who'd like to get some SX experience...or if you just like reading press releases.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Boulder City Motocross' Hart and Huntington Las Vegas Supercross Privateer Challenge to feature $10,000 Pro Purse
LAS VEGAS, NV - The Boulder City Motocross Facility (BCMX) in Las Vegas, Nevada announces the upcoming Hart and Huntington Las Vegas Supercross Privateer Challenge to be held on Saturday, November 20, 2010. A mega-event, the $10,000 Pro Purse race is open to all non-factory backed riders and will be contested on Hart and Huntington's Supercross track on the grounds of BCMX. "We appreciate all riders who put their hearts into training and racing. With this event, we want to jump start the season for these privateer riders as they get ready for another year of racing. We want to support them as much as we can as they strive to achieve their goals within the sport," says General Manager Bryce Davis.
With event coverage by MTV, Fuel TV, Transworld MX, and Racer X, the supercross event will be announced by Jason Weigandt and Jim Holley. In addition to racing, current riders and former champions will be on-site to sign autographs for fan appreciation. Riders and fans alike will have the opportunity to meet Casey Edmondson, a Miss Supercross, who is also designated to hold the 30-second board.
A special addition, a raffle will be held during race day to benefit the recovery of TJ Lavin. BCMX believes as much in holding great events for riders and fans as it does in giving back to the community. "TJ Lavin is a Las Vegas resident and it's always tough to see a great competitor suffer an injury. We wish him a full and healthy recovery," says Davis.
Following the pro race, on Sunday, November 21, BCMX will be holding the Las Vegas Supercross: Amateur Shootout where amateur riders have the opportunity to ride on the same supercross track as the pros. Although the track course will be tamed down from the pro event held the night before, amateurs will have a great experience riding the technical challenges of supercross.
October 20, 2010
NMS Gear Bag Sale
While times are tough, showing up at the track with your gear in a plastic bag remains uncool. In light of this, Nevada Motorcycle Specialties is having a sale on gear bags right now.
For more info on NMS, click on their ad on the right side of the home page.
August 25, 2010
Stewart Withdraws from Nationals
I'm pretty disappointed by this. Only two explanations are possible for this decision:
1. Stewart was only racing the nationals to get on Team USA for the Motocross des Nations, and when they chose Andrew Short instead, he felt no need to continue.
2. Stewart is uncertain that he can beat Dungey at the remaining nationals, and he is afraid of being beat.
I suspect it's a combination of these two things. But in any case, I dislike seeing someone who is clearly capable of racing--and who is getting paid very, very well to do so--sitting on the sidelines with PR excuses.
Can you imagine Bob Hannah, Ricky Carmichael or Roger DeCoster ever releasing something like this? I certainly can't.
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MURRIETA, CA (August 25, 2010) - After more than a week of training and testing since the Motocross Outdoor National race at Unadilla, a difficult decision was reached today by James Stewart and Team to withdraw from the remainder of the Outdoor National race series. Due to his abbreviated Supercross season, Stewart, with the full support of his Team, had hoped to return to the track much earlier in the Outdoor National Series. But a slow healing injury kept Stewart out of the series until recently, when he received medical clearance just a few short weeks before Unadilla. With only four races remaining in the Outdoor Series, both Stewart and his Team worked hard to train and test. And despite a very sincere attempt to return to racing, the rush to do so was visible. Though Stewart had a good run in Moto 1 at Unadilla, lack of physical preparation and challenges with the bike set up forced him off the track in Moto 2. Though they’ve had some time to make adjustments, James and the Team have decided they just aren’t ready to compete in the Series.
"I hope my fans will understand. I have said before that I wanted to be on the track starting in Sacramento. But the slow healing nature of my wrist injury made it impossible to do that. Watching race after race and not being a part of the series was very hard. All along my motivation was to get back to racing and return to the Motocross National Series for my fans and sponsors. The reality is, though my wrist is feeling great, I’m not ready to race at this level. As much as I’d like to be out there, I need more time to prepare so that I don’t put my entire career at risk by getting injured again. A younger James might not have been mature enough to make this decision, but I’ve learned a lot in recent years and sometimes you have to do what’s right, despite what’s in your heart. I’d like to apologize to my fans, the Outdoor National series and my sponsors. You've been incredibly supportive of me throughout these recent months. I am sorry if what I’ve said or done has disappointed anyone in any way, but I'll be back on the track at Anaheim 1 and ready to race. I plan to work hard over the next few months and do what I know I need to do to prepare for a chance at the next Supercross Championship title" said Stewart.
From Team Manager Larry Brooks "We had every intention of racing Southwick and beyond, but sometimes you have to see the bigger picture and make a decision based on what’s right, not on what you’d like to do at the time. We’re a team and we have to do what we feel is best to ensure we have every opportunity to win the next Championship."
August 22, 2010
Moto Source Nevada State Championship Special
It's time to admit it: since the weather turned nice, you've been riding your bike...to death. After countless dusty laps and too little love, your ride is in danger of turning into a rattletrap, and the Nevada State Championship Series is a mere week away.
But luckily for you, Moto Source is offering a special that will allow you and your machine to roll to the starting line with some dignity next weekend. Check it out below and get your bike to Moto Source before it's too late.
August 17, 2010
James Stewart on Unadilla and the Motocross Des Nations
This is from James' web site, js7.com. Evidently James wasn't happy with being overlooked in favor of Andrew Short for Team U.S.A.
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As many of you already know, last weekend marked my return to racing after wayyy too long off the track, thanks to a broken wrist I suffered in the beginning of the Supercross series. After nearly eight months off, I decided to return for the last four Nationals. This decision was based on a few reasons; first and foremost was my own desire to race again, along with the fact that I owed it to both my fans and my sponsors to come back after spending so much time on the injured list this year.
But the other main reason I chose to come back for the last four, beginning with Unadilla, was because of a discussion I had with the decision makers for Team USA in Colorado this year regarding the MXoN. At the time, I was told that if I was to make my recovery, begin testing, and get back to racing by Unadilla, that I would be given a spot (or at least a shot at a spot) for the final team. Being on the MXoN team in the past has been one of the greatest experiences of my entire career, so after they told me I had a shot, my team and I were excited, and began to get ready to race outdoors!
Of course, we’re a Supercross-only team, so developing our bike to run outdoors with the guys that have been racing at the top level all season long was no easy goal for us… Which brings me to the race at Unadilla. When I got there, I was really excited to get out and practice, and fortunately, practice went pretty well. At that point, the track was still smooth, and though I’ve never loved Unadilla, I was feeling pretty good. My wrist felt great, and my lap times were just about where we expected them to be.
Then, for the first moto, the track got rough and things were a bit different. All of a sudden, we could see some of the lack of preparation shining through; my bike was set up way too stiff for the rough track, but all things considered, I was pretty happy with how I rode. I got into second and my lap times were right there with Dungey’s, and again my wrist was feeling pretty good, so it was all good until I got caught up with a lapper towards the end of the race. Sure I was tired, but for not racing for that long, I was happy to be on the podium. I gave it everything I had, and it was awesome seeing all my fans out there supporting me.
Unfortunately, the second moto didn’t quite go so well. As the track got rougher, our lack of bike preparation showed even more. After getting a bad start, I was just fighting with the bike; it was way too stiff and just not set up properly. At that point, I really had nothing to gain by staying out there, so I just decided to pull off, lick my wounds, and learn from the weekend.
I’m not going to say I didn’t get tired, but given the lack of racing, and the fact that I know where I need to be physically to win, I feel good about Unadilla, overall. Bottom line: We’re a Supercross-only team; we got to Unadilla, and we looked like a Supercross-only team! But my wrist felt better than expected, so with a little bike prep I think we’ll be back on our game.
But back to the MXoN topic. I was really disappointed in how that whole deal went down. Like I said earlier, after being told that if I was to make it back for the last four Nationals, I would be given a shot at being on the team. Well, when I got to Unadilla, apparently the decision had already been made before my bike was even unloaded! So after all that work from me and my team to come back in order to make the des Nations, just like that, the rug was pulled out from under me with no warning. They picked the team already, and I wasn’t on it.
I feel like I was straight-up lied to. Being on the MXoN team is one of the biggest honors and compliments that you be given as a professional rider, and I know that with my injury there was some question as to whether I would be ready or not. I get that; all I wanted was to be even given the original chance they promised me, let me get through a couple races, and hopefully the team could see that I would be ready come September.
At the end of the day, all that really matters to me is that Team USA wins, and I think the team they selected is a solid team that will get the job done. I mean no disrespect to any of those guys, and I hope they kick butt! I’m just bummed that I was given the fair shot that the decision makers from Team USA promised me earlier that I would have.
-James Stewart
August 12, 2010
2010 RMS Tent Sale
July 23, 2010
NMXD Triple Crown Round 2
June 30, 2010
Tim Ferry Retires
A longtime and consummate professional, Red Dog will be missed on the circuit. Here is the press release by his former mechanic and manfriend, Steve Matthes.
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Former Factory Kawasaki, Yamaha and Suzuki rider Timmy Ferry announced today that he's retiring from professional motocross effective immediately. Ferry has been trying to recover from a broken heel suffered at the 2009 Daytona Supercross and although he came back to race last summer, the injury lingered and prevented "Red Dog" from riding to the best of his ability.
"Going into 2010, I had a couple of offers to race but I thought it was best to just heal up and try to get back to being able to train and ride the way I need to in order to be competitive. Unfortunately, my foot has not allowed me to do that." says Ferry "I can't race to the level I was use to so it is time to hang up my boots"
With a professional career that started in 1991 as a multi-time amateur champion, Ferry has certainly left a mark on professional supercross/motocross with the 1997 125 East Coast Supercross championship, a 3-time member of Team USA at the Motocross des nations, two 125 supercross wins, four AMA motocross national wins, an AMA rookie of the year award in 1992 and the top privateer award in supercross in 1999.
Having achieved a career that spanned so long and produced so many wins and podium finishes certainly makes it easier to accept retiring for the 35-year old Ferry.
"I can't believe that I've been able to do as much as I have in the sport and I'm grateful for all the fans that cheered me on over the years as well as the relationships that I've made. Everything I have in my life has been because of motocross and even though I feel like I'm ending my career a little prematurely, I have no regrets with how everything has turned out" said Ferry.
"I had a ton of fun in my career, especially the last few years when I rode for Monster Energy Kawasaki and I'd like to thank those guys for everything they've done for me. I'd like to thank everyone at O'Neal, Scott, Etnies, Gaerne, OMS Sports and most of all my coach and trainer Dean Golich and the CTS crew for always keeping me in great shape. Also my doctors Warren Kramer, Thomas Bienz, Sten Kramer, Greg Solis, Gardner Tarlow and Stanley Moles for being there for me."
"I'd also like to thank Yamaha Motor Corp, Factory Suzuki, Mike Rossini and Alan Brown for all that they've done. As well, I'd like to thank the media who have always been great to me and Steve Matthes, Mark Russell, Shawn Irwin, Jason Hasseig and the Nicolini family for their support and most of all my family for supporting me in every way possible. Thanks to everyone for a great career!"
June 29, 2010
NMS Super Sale
Dee tells me this is the biggest sale they've ever had, so if you fancy yourself something orange, this is the time...
June 24, 2010
Summer jobs for the Siminoes
Looks like local talents Aaron and Ty Siminoe will be working this summer. But instead of rounding up shopping carts in a K-Mart parking lot (as I did one summer,) they will be helping Kurt Henricksen with some special Reno-area motocross schools.
Enjoy it, boys, because shopping carts can find their ways to strange and distant places, and you don't want any part of that operation.
June 16, 2010
Deft Gloves and Clothing at NMS
May 10, 2010
CMS KTM sale
Feel like something orange is missing in your life? Check out the sale on KTMs that Carson Motorsports is having.
Find out more about CMS on their web site.