WMX Rider Insight: Vicki Golden's 2010 Season Review

When Vicki Golden turned pro in 2009, she went into the season open minded; she just wanted to see how she'd do in the Pros. It worked out pretty well for Vicki as she consistently finished in the top 4 in the first 5 rounds of the 2009 WMX season. After a season ending injury to Trey Canard, Geico Honda gave Vicki an opportunity to ride Trey's bike the remainder of the season of the Women's Motocross Series. It was a great experience as she finished 4th in Colorado, but her season ended prematurely as she injured herself in a practice session at Perris Raceway before the 6th round in Washougal.

In 2010 Vicki came back healthy and was picked up by Moto Concepts Yamaha. She wasn?t as consistent as she expected, but she did finish the season 4th overall points, with a 3rd place finish at the Pala Raceway National. In 2011 she will be running the #4 plate in the AMA Women's Motocross Series.

Vicki Golden sitting on the line at the inaugural Pala Raceway National

Vicki got back from Geneva, Switzerland a few weeks ago where she participated in a women?s supercross exhibition race with some pretty stiff competition.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-vicki-goldens-2010-season-review

Michael Byrne Antonio Cairoli Trey Canard Håkan Carlquist

RJ Says: Bercy Supercross

I have raced at the Bercy Supercross. In 1984, we actually raced it twice. The first race was right after the Daytona Supercross in March, and then we raced again at Bercy in December.

The very first year was cool. But the track was an unknown. When we (the top American Supercross racers) got there, we realized they (the organizers) didn't know fully how to put on a supercross. The track was so narrow, it was hard to pass, it was a 'European' supercross.

But also that first year, I realized how awesome a 'show' can be. Their show was awesome in Bercy! All of us were surprised at how great it was!

My very first thought though, the first time I got to Bercy: "Wow, this is a small track!" But I raced there again in 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, and 1989. I've also gone another time after I retired from professional supercross and motocross racing.

Bercy 2009

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-bercy-supercross

Paul Friedrichs Steven Frossard Eric Geboers Sylvain Geboers

RJ Says: Ride with me at A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix video

I've spent the past four days out at Pala MX Raceway for the annual A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix. It's three days of fun, family ... just a really great event. Where else can you ride with both your daughter and Jeremy McGrath?

But instead of telling you what it's about, I thought I'd share with you what it's like to do a lap in one of the Team races. A Team race is where you have a partner (I raced with Louis Franco) and you switch off each lap. You have to 'hand off' a wrist band to your partner - and then he takes off to do the next lap.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-ride-with-me-at-a-day-in-the-dirt-motocross-grand-prix-video

Thomas Hahn Torsten Hallman Bob Hannah Donnie Hansen

R4TC: 2010 Ride for the Cure at Cahuilla Motocross Park

I haven't hit the track much in 2010, but knowing that the 4th Annual Motocross Ride for the Cure Event was coming, I dusted off the KTM, dropped it off at Malcolm Motorsports for some fine tuning, hit Milestone Motocross Track for a handful of warm ups and I was ready to enjoy the funnest event of the year hosted by motocross enthusiast herself, Laurie Carey, who is constantly raising the bar for fundraising, support, education and interaction for Breast Cancer Awareness!

The morning started off amazing, perfect day to moto! The sky's were bright blue and littered with dark fluffy rain clouds! Dropping rain in perfect track watering patterns, the day was in full swing and the pits were packed! Tons of Factory support lined up for the event, they even had a never ending Freestyle show in the works! Mike Metzger, the God Father of FMX was doing his thing and dozens of other talented riders busting out tricks for the fans.

I pretty much settled into a pack rat of MXGirls, WMA Pro Rider Elizabeth Bash, Race Techs Michelle Marshall, and Mission Motorsports Brooklyn McClendon. We had a blast mixing it up on the main and vet tracks, sporting our decorated "Ride for the Cure" Bra's and having a blast spinning laps, saving boobies!

In the end I was amazed at the growth this event has accumulated over the years, by far the most impressive outcome I've seen. I'm looking forward to next year's event, but more importantly, it's touching to see all the work Laurie Carey puts into the Support and Awareness of Breast Cancer.

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Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-blog/r4tc-2010-ride-for-the-cure-at-cahuilla-motocross-park

Jaromir Cizek Guy Cooper Paul Cooper Josh Coppins

Free Season Pass for MX GP Video 24/7 - Fill in photo caption

Just in time for the US Grand Prix of Motocross at Glen Helen Raceway, Supercross.com, in conjunction with Youthstream, is giving away three "Season Passes" to watch the 2011 World Motocross Championship events. Season Passes include the ability to watch all the races live, including the Motocross of Nations later this year in France. You'll see below how you can potentially win a 'Season Pass'.

You can sign up now to watch individual races, or purchase a Season Pass. (Should you be chosen as one of the Season Pass winners, we will refund your money.)

With the Season Pass, you can watch World Motocross 24/7. All the races live. That includes Saturday's Qualifying and Studio programming, and of course the Grand Prix events on Sunday. Watch the US Motocross Grand Prix at Glen Helen live, and the Motocross of Nations live!

Sign up here now - http://www.supercross.com/mx-gp-vod

Here's how you can potentially 'win' one of the three giveaways. Below you'll see a photo of Max Nagl on the left, and Ben Townley at the right. It's from a press conference at the MX GP of Netherlands.

Your 'job'. Make up a caption for the photo below! ' Best captions 'win'!

You can publish it here on the site below ...

You can publish your response on Supercross.com's Facebook Fan Page ...

or by Supercross.com Twitter!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/free-season-pass-for-mx-gp-video-247-fill-in-photo-caption

Bob Hannah Donnie Hansen Torlief Hansen Marcus Hansson

WMX Rider Insight: Jackie Ives

In only her second season as a professional Motocross racer, Jackie Ives is currently sitting in 16th position for the WMX point standings through the first four rounds of the 2010 AMA Woman's Motocross Championship Series.

Jackie Ives (17) cheezing on the line at Thunder Valley

You might think 'How cool is it to be racing professional motocross all over the USA!' But it's a lot harder and a lot more work than you might think! Not all racers get the big bucks and the factory rides like James Stewart, Ryan Dungey, and Chad Reed. As a matter of fact, most of the woman racers in the USA have to work quite hard during the week just to make it to the race track!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-jackie-ives

Blair Morgan Gaylon Mosier Marvin Musquin Brian Myerscough

WMX Rider Insight: Sayaka Kaneshiro

At the 13th annual 'A Day in the Dirt' I got a chance to talk with Sayaka "Teriyaki Sauce" Kaneshiro, WMX Pro #15

How was your racing today?

It was good, I thought we had a practice first, I went out and it was actually a race. I was just racing and riding around, I felt like ... WOW!

Photo by Heather Majcherek

What did you think of the event overall?

It was to difficult racing for me, because I didn't ride my pace. I rode about 6th place, less than I wanted to. I got the same number as last year, I just tried to do my best.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-sayaka-kaneshiro

Ryan Dungey Vic Eastwood Daryl Ecklund Erik Eggens

Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011

Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.

Photo: goongraphix

Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011

Marvin Musquin Brian Myerscough Maximilian Nagl Kurt Nicoll

RJ SAYS: My Last Supercross

San Diego Supercross. 1991. I knew that 1991 was going to be my last year racing supercross, because of the wrist injury I suffered at the Gainesville AMA National Motocross in 1989. Little did I know that San Diego would be my last 'real' supercross race.

In this video, you'll see some of that last race. And you'll see defending AMA Camel Supercross Champion Jeff Stanton, Damon Bradsahw, Jeff Ward, Jean-Michel Bayle, Guy Cooper, Bevo Forte, Broc Glover, and more.

I hope you enjoy the video ...

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/my-last-supercross-by-rick-johnson

Jeff Ward Bryan Wade Akira Watanabe Adolf Weil

Free Season Pass for MX GP Video 24/7 - Fill in photo caption

Just in time for the US Grand Prix of Motocross at Glen Helen Raceway, Supercross.com, in conjunction with Youthstream, is giving away three "Season Passes" to watch the 2011 World Motocross Championship events. Season Passes include the ability to watch all the races live, including the Motocross of Nations later this year in France. You'll see below how you can potentially win a 'Season Pass'.

You can sign up now to watch individual races, or purchase a Season Pass. (Should you be chosen as one of the Season Pass winners, we will refund your money.)

With the Season Pass, you can watch World Motocross 24/7. All the races live. That includes Saturday's Qualifying and Studio programming, and of course the Grand Prix events on Sunday. Watch the US Motocross Grand Prix at Glen Helen live, and the Motocross of Nations live!

Sign up here now - http://www.supercross.com/mx-gp-vod

Here's how you can potentially 'win' one of the three giveaways. Below you'll see a photo of Max Nagl on the left, and Ben Townley at the right. It's from a press conference at the MX GP of Netherlands.

Your 'job'. Make up a caption for the photo below! ' Best captions 'win'!

You can publish it here on the site below ...

You can publish your response on Supercross.com's Facebook Fan Page ...

or by Supercross.com Twitter!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/free-season-pass-for-mx-gp-video-247-fill-in-photo-caption

Rick Johnson Gary Jones Mark Jones Ake Jonsson

RJ SAYS: Supercross, on four wheels

It was going to be a good idea. Key word being 'was'. It was going to be a good idea!

My idea was to show you what the truck racing series that I promote and race in is like. It's like Supercross, only on four wheels!

So, my plan was simple - I'd invite my good friend Lex out to the finale of the Traxxis TORC series in Las Vegas, we'd mount a camera on the hood of my race truck, and I'd show you just how rough the racing is. It would be me (a former 2 time AMA Supercross Champion) and Jeremy McGrath (best Supercross rider in history!) showing you supercross - on four wheels!

Here is the grand experiment - camera is mounted on my truck's hood. Ready to go. But not for long!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/supercross-on-four-wheels

Larry Brooks Mike Brown Rick Burgett Jimmy Button

Hangtown National Motocross Preview

It's the start of professional motocross at the highest level in the USA - the AMA National Motocross Championships. It's a 12 stop tour, that begins this week just outside of Sacramento, California.

Today was the season opening press conference on the steps of the Capital Building in Sacramento.

Jason Weigandt was the 'host' of the press conference. Dirt Diggers MC, promoters of this race, talked about how much it's been raining, how much work they've put into the track prep, and are excited about this year's race.

Next they brought of motocross / supercross stars Trey Canard, Ryan Dungey, Ryan Villopoto, and Chad Reed. They answered a few questions the upcoming season. Then they brought of Jessica Patterson, Brett Metcalfe, Andrew Short, Ashley Fiolek, and Christophe Pourcel (yes, number 377 is returning to racing, now on the 450 Yamaha for Moto-Concepts).

Christophe Pourcel sporting some new colors

Afterwards they all signed autographs, including Kevin Windham, who will be racing for American Honda, and chatted with fans.

Check out the photos from today's press conference at the Capital Building in Sacramento. You'll also see some links that should be helpful to you, and more notes about this race from MXSports.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/hangtown-national-motocross-preview

Rene Baeten David Bailey John Banks Mark Barnett

Hangtown National Motocross Preview

It's the start of professional motocross at the highest level in the USA - the AMA National Motocross Championships. It's a 12 stop tour, that begins this week just outside of Sacramento, California.

Today was the season opening press conference on the steps of the Capital Building in Sacramento.

Jason Weigandt was the 'host' of the press conference. Dirt Diggers MC, promoters of this race, talked about how much it's been raining, how much work they've put into the track prep, and are excited about this year's race.

Next they brought of motocross / supercross stars Trey Canard, Ryan Dungey, Ryan Villopoto, and Chad Reed. They answered a few questions the upcoming season. Then they brought of Jessica Patterson, Brett Metcalfe, Andrew Short, Ashley Fiolek, and Christophe Pourcel (yes, number 377 is returning to racing, now on the 450 Yamaha for Moto-Concepts).

Christophe Pourcel sporting some new colors

Afterwards they all signed autographs, including Kevin Windham, who will be racing for American Honda, and chatted with fans.

Check out the photos from today's press conference at the Capital Building in Sacramento. You'll also see some links that should be helpful to you, and more notes about this race from MXSports.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/hangtown-national-motocross-preview

Goat Breker Sven Breugelmans Larry Brooks Mike Brown

RJ Says: Bercy Supercross

I have raced at the Bercy Supercross. In 1984, we actually raced it twice. The first race was right after the Daytona Supercross in March, and then we raced again at Bercy in December.

The very first year was cool. But the track was an unknown. When we (the top American Supercross racers) got there, we realized they (the organizers) didn't know fully how to put on a supercross. The track was so narrow, it was hard to pass, it was a 'European' supercross.

But also that first year, I realized how awesome a 'show' can be. Their show was awesome in Bercy! All of us were surprised at how great it was!

My very first thought though, the first time I got to Bercy: "Wow, this is a small track!" But I raced there again in 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, and 1989. I've also gone another time after I retired from professional supercross and motocross racing.

Bercy 2009

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-bercy-supercross

Håkan Carlquist Ricky Carmichael Danny Chandler Eric Cheney

RJ SAYS: My Last Supercross

San Diego Supercross. 1991. I knew that 1991 was going to be my last year racing supercross, because of the wrist injury I suffered at the Gainesville AMA National Motocross in 1989. Little did I know that San Diego would be my last 'real' supercross race.

In this video, you'll see some of that last race. And you'll see defending AMA Camel Supercross Champion Jeff Stanton, Damon Bradsahw, Jeff Ward, Jean-Michel Bayle, Guy Cooper, Bevo Forte, Broc Glover, and more.

I hope you enjoy the video ...

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/my-last-supercross-by-rick-johnson

Larry Brooks Mike Brown Rick Burgett Jimmy Button

Ryan Dungey and Ryan Villopoto Lead Star-Studded Field into Season-Opening Rockstar Energy Hangtown National

Hangtown AMA National MX Kicks Off 2011 Lucas Oil Motocross Championship This Saturday

After months of anticipation, the summer is finally upon us and in a few short days, the world's best riders will take to the track to kick off the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Defending 450 Class Champion, Ryan Dungey, leads the field into the Rockstar Energy Hangtown National to begin a summer of celebration for 40 years of American Motocross.

Dungey and his Rockstar/Makita Suzuki team enter 2011 after the most successful rookie campaign in premier class history. Alongside the champion, under the factory Suzuki tent, is the team's newest addition, last year's 450 Class championship runner-up Brett Metcalfe. The Australian rider was knocking on the door for his first career win several times last season. He will look for similar success with the best opportunity of his career as a member of the team that has won the last two premier-class titles.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/ryan-dungey-and-ryan-villopoto-lead-star-studded-field-into-season-opening-rockstar-energy-hangtown-national

Christian Beggi Mike Bell John van den Berk Marnicq Bervoets

RJ Says: US MX GP at Glen Helen - my thoughts

I was very impressed with the layout of the entire facility - the pits, the press, the track ... the entire presentation.

Everyone from Glen Helen Raceway - Dr. Bud Feldkamp (track owner) to Lori (track manager), their staff including Carl, Steve, Bob did a great job in representing the United States and California in having one of the greatest motocross tracks in America.

I sat with Dr. Wolfgang Srb, President of the FIM Motocross Commission, and he was very impressed with the preparation of everything as well, including the track, especially with the fact that the event was put on with 60 days notice. He thought everything was top notch, and is excited to have the event come back next year.

World MX2 Champ Marvin Musquin number 1 with holeshot in his first race, on his way to dominating both MX2 motos

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-us-mx-gp-at-glen-helen-my-thoughts

Paul Cooper Josh Coppins Cody Copper Gordon Crockard

2012 AMA Supercross Series Schedule announced

Feld Motor Sports announced today the 2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, schedule, featuring the newest stop on the tour, April 14 at Louisiana's Superdome in New Orleans.

Fresh off the heels of the greatest season ever, the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross schedule is the foundation for next season's highly touted racing championship. Once again the championship will begin at Angel Stadium, on January 7 and conclude at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas on May 5, where the champion will be crowned.

Monster Energy Supercross last stop in New Orleans was in 2009 when Team San Manuel Yamaha's James Stewart won the main event en route to his second Supercross class championship.

"The 2012 Monster Energy Supercross schedule is the map to the coveted championship trophy," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two-wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "While 2011 is the greatest season ever, it is a primer for 2012. The returning veterans and the youthful challengers are the perfect blend for a parity-driven championship."

2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Schedule

January 7 - Angel Stadium - Anaheim, Calif.
January 14 - Chase Field - Phoenix
January 21 - Dodger Stadium - Los Angeles
January 28 - Overstock.com Stadium - Oakland
February 4 - Angel Stadium - Anaheim, Calif.
February 11 - Qualcomm Stadium - San Diego
February 18 - Cowboys Stadium - Arlington, Texas
February 25 - Georgia Dome - Atlanta
March 3 - Edward Jones Dome - St. Louis
March 10 - Daytona Int'l Speedway - Daytona, Fla.*
March 17 - Lucas Oil Stadium - Indianapolis
March 24 - Rogers Centre - Toronto, ON
March 31 - Reliant Stadium - Houston
April 14 - Louisiana Superdome - New Orleans
April 21 - Qwest Field - Seattle
April 28 - Rice-Eccles Stadium - Salt Lake City
May 5 - Sam Boyd Stadium - Las Vegas

*Not a Feld Motor Sports event - this date is independently promoted by Daytona International Speedway and the International Speedway Corp.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/2012-ama-supercross-series-schedule-announced

Alessio Chiodi Jaromir Cizek Guy Cooper Paul Cooper

Marvin Musquin update - hand injury - send him a Get Well Message

From Marvin, Mathilde, and their website Marvin-Musquin.com ...

The day started good in Wortham, Texas for the Freestone National Motocross. Marvin was awarded by his "Ricky Carmichael Hard Charger Award" from Hangtown MX during the riders meeting. Then, Marvin was sixth in first 250 MX Lites practice. In the second practice, Marvin was quickest. That put him up to fourth for the entry list in first race.

Marvin missed the holeshot by only a bit in the first race, Justin Barcia was leading in the first corner, Marvin was second. Then, Barcia crashed right in front of Marvin. Marvin couldn't avoid him. A big collision, including that Barcia's bike hit Marvin in the head. The worst result - Marvin's hand is injured.

Marvin says "I finally had a good start. In that corner, Barcia was in front of me, and I was on his outside. I came back to the inside to close the door on the guy behind me. Barcia crashed and I couldn't avoid him. His wheel hit me, hurt me, and threw me. I wanted to restart, but then I could feel something was wrong with my hand. It felt bad."

Marvin was helped immediately by the Asterisk Medical Team. He had an X-ray there at the track. And there we found out that his thumb is broken. Marvin was then transferred to a hospital in Dallas, where they did more exams.

The ending verdict, a severe break of his thumb, and three other bones broken in his hand.

Marvin is back in California Sunday morning, and will have surgery this afternoon.

Marvin concludes "I watched again the action in my head, but I know it's not my fault. It's a race accident. I felt really good, my speed and my physical condition was really good. Now I have to take a break. I will continue my physical training. I will restart from here as soon as my hand will permit it. I want to thank everyone who supports me and sends me messages."

More information will come after the surgery.

You can send Marvin a get well message below either thru your Supercross.com Community log in, or Facebook.

Get well soon Marvin!

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Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/marvin-musquin-update-hand-injury-send-him-a-get-well-message

Richard Eierstedt Jimmy Ellis Jeff Emig Harry Everts

WMX Rider Insight: Sayaka Kaneshiro

At the 13th annual 'A Day in the Dirt' I got a chance to talk with Sayaka "Teriyaki Sauce" Kaneshiro, WMX Pro #15

How was your racing today?

It was good, I thought we had a practice first, I went out and it was actually a race. I was just racing and riding around, I felt like ... WOW!

Photo by Heather Majcherek

What did you think of the event overall?

It was to difficult racing for me, because I didn't ride my pace. I rode about 6th place, less than I wanted to. I got the same number as last year, I just tried to do my best.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-sayaka-kaneshiro

Josh Coppins Cody Copper Gordon Crockard Craig Dack

Maximum Traction for the New 2012 KTM Motocross Models

Following its successes with the 2010 Motocross World Championship and the latest launch of a completely new generation of Enduro bikes, KTM, the market leader in the production of offroad motorcycles now presents the latest range of state-of-the-art machines that are equipped for MX tracks in the best possible way. The highlight is the new chassis with linkage for the two-stroke motocross bikes 125 SX, 150 SX and 250 SX.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/maximum-traction-for-the-new-2012-ktm-motocross-models

Andrea Bartolini Willy Bauer Jean Michel Bayle Pit Beirer

Free Season Pass for MX GP Video 24/7 - Fill in photo caption

Just in time for the US Grand Prix of Motocross at Glen Helen Raceway, Supercross.com, in conjunction with Youthstream, is giving away three "Season Passes" to watch the 2011 World Motocross Championship events. Season Passes include the ability to watch all the races live, including the Motocross of Nations later this year in France. You'll see below how you can potentially win a 'Season Pass'.

You can sign up now to watch individual races, or purchase a Season Pass. (Should you be chosen as one of the Season Pass winners, we will refund your money.)

With the Season Pass, you can watch World Motocross 24/7. All the races live. That includes Saturday's Qualifying and Studio programming, and of course the Grand Prix events on Sunday. Watch the US Motocross Grand Prix at Glen Helen live, and the Motocross of Nations live!

Sign up here now - http://www.supercross.com/mx-gp-vod

Here's how you can potentially 'win' one of the three giveaways. Below you'll see a photo of Max Nagl on the left, and Ben Townley at the right. It's from a press conference at the MX GP of Netherlands.

Your 'job'. Make up a caption for the photo below! ' Best captions 'win'!

You can publish it here on the site below ...

You can publish your response on Supercross.com's Facebook Fan Page ...

or by Supercross.com Twitter!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/free-season-pass-for-mx-gp-video-247-fill-in-photo-caption

Jorgen Nilsson Graham Noyce Carl Nunn Johnny O Mara

Team San Manuel?s James Stewart and Kyle Regal Postpone Entry Into Motocross Series Indefinitely

After a few weeks of preparation for the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series opener in Rancho Cordova, CA, Team San Manuel’s James Stewart and company have decided to indefinitely postpone their entry into the race series. “Everyone witnessed the way I struggled during the Supercross series this year and while I’d like to race this weekend, we just aren’t ready,” Stewart said. “I hope fans will understand. The decision has been very hard to make, but we won’t race till we’re ready.” The Team will continue to evaluate the remainder of the 2011 schedule before any decision is made regarding what events they will participate in.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/team-san-manuels-james-stewart-and-kyle-regal-postpone-entry-into-motocross-series-indefinitely

Eric Cheney Alessio Chiodi Jaromir Cizek Guy Cooper

RJ Says: Ride with me at A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix video

I've spent the past four days out at Pala MX Raceway for the annual A Day In The Dirt Motocross Grand Prix. It's three days of fun, family ... just a really great event. Where else can you ride with both your daughter and Jeremy McGrath?

But instead of telling you what it's about, I thought I'd share with you what it's like to do a lap in one of the Team races. A Team race is where you have a partner (I raced with Louis Franco) and you switch off each lap. You have to 'hand off' a wrist band to your partner - and then he takes off to do the next lap.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-ride-with-me-at-a-day-in-the-dirt-motocross-grand-prix-video

Kurt Nicoll Bill Nilsson Jorgen Nilsson Graham Noyce

Video: Ryan Villopoto talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Ryan Villopoto is leading the 2011 AMA Supercross Championship. Come tonight, he could win his first ever AMA Supercross title! Here in this video, Ryan talks about Supercross, and you'll also get to see him ride the Vegas track during Press Day. Ryan is a two time regional Supercross Champion, a three time 250 Lites Motocross Champion, and has won the individual overall at the prestigious MX of Nations - Budds Creek 2007 - on a 250!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-ryan-villopoto-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Goat Breker Sven Breugelmans Larry Brooks Mike Brown

WMX Rider Insight: Vicki Golden's 2010 Season Review

When Vicki Golden turned pro in 2009, she went into the season open minded; she just wanted to see how she'd do in the Pros. It worked out pretty well for Vicki as she consistently finished in the top 4 in the first 5 rounds of the 2009 WMX season. After a season ending injury to Trey Canard, Geico Honda gave Vicki an opportunity to ride Trey's bike the remainder of the season of the Women's Motocross Series. It was a great experience as she finished 4th in Colorado, but her season ended prematurely as she injured herself in a practice session at Perris Raceway before the 6th round in Washougal.

In 2010 Vicki came back healthy and was picked up by Moto Concepts Yamaha. She wasn?t as consistent as she expected, but she did finish the season 4th overall points, with a 3rd place finish at the Pala Raceway National. In 2011 she will be running the #4 plate in the AMA Women's Motocross Series.

Vicki Golden sitting on the line at the inaugural Pala Raceway National

Vicki got back from Geneva, Switzerland a few weeks ago where she participated in a women?s supercross exhibition race with some pretty stiff competition.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-vicki-goldens-2010-season-review

Jeremy McGrath Andrew McFarlane Brett Metcalfe Heikki Mikkola

Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011

Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.

Photo: goongraphix

Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011

Stefan Everts Jaroslav Falta Claudio Federici Tim Ferry

Video: Ryan Dungey talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Ryan Dungey is the current AMA Supercross Series Champion (and AMA Motocross Champion), riding for Suzuki and wearing the big red number 1 plate. Ryan talks candidly here about his Supercross season. You can also see him ride on the Las Vegas Supercross track here during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-ryan-dungey-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Ove Lundell Sten Lundin Jeremy Lusk Billy MacKenzie

RJ Says: Supercross 2011

Rick Johnson is a seven time AMA Motocross and Supercross Champion. These are his thoughts on the upcoming 2011 AMA / FIM Supercross Series.

Depending on how healthy riders stay during the season, Supercross 2011 could be an incredibly awesome year.

Of course, we all say that every year, but this year could be something special - if most stay healthy.

As I go down a list of riders, my top pick is defending AMA Supercross Champion Ryan Dungey.

Do I think Ryan will dominate Supercross the way he did outdoor MX in 2010? No, but after watching Ryan over the past few years, and especially at the MX of Nations in Italy in 2009, I've seen his confidence go up and up. Each time out, he gets a little faster, a little stronger, and smarter.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-supercross-2011

Connor McGechan Jeremy McGrath Andrew McFarlane Brett Metcalfe

Video: Chad Reed talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Chad Reed is a two-time AMA Supercross Series Champion. In 2011, he started his own team - TwoTwo Motorsports. Here in Las Vegas, Chad talks about Supercross, and you'll also get to see him ride the Vegas track during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-chad-reed-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Michele Rinaldi Joël Robert Ken Roczen Stephane Roncada

Hangtown National Motocross Preview

It's the start of professional motocross at the highest level in the USA - the AMA National Motocross Championships. It's a 12 stop tour, that begins this week just outside of Sacramento, California.

Today was the season opening press conference on the steps of the Capital Building in Sacramento.

Jason Weigandt was the 'host' of the press conference. Dirt Diggers MC, promoters of this race, talked about how much it's been raining, how much work they've put into the track prep, and are excited about this year's race.

Next they brought of motocross / supercross stars Trey Canard, Ryan Dungey, Ryan Villopoto, and Chad Reed. They answered a few questions the upcoming season. Then they brought of Jessica Patterson, Brett Metcalfe, Andrew Short, Ashley Fiolek, and Christophe Pourcel (yes, number 377 is returning to racing, now on the 450 Yamaha for Moto-Concepts).

Christophe Pourcel sporting some new colors

Afterwards they all signed autographs, including Kevin Windham, who will be racing for American Honda, and chatted with fans.

Check out the photos from today's press conference at the Capital Building in Sacramento. You'll also see some links that should be helpful to you, and more notes about this race from MXSports.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/hangtown-national-motocross-preview

Claudio Federici Tim Ferry Ashley Fiolek Ernesto Fonseca

Inaugural Monster Energy Cup Invades Sam Boyd Stadium October 15 - a new version of Supercross

World's Top Supercross Racers Compete for $1 Million

Feld Motor Sports announced today the creation of an inaugural event called the Monster Energy Cup, which posts a purse of a quarter-of-a-million dollars and a potential $1 million bonus, that will take place at Las Vegas' Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15. This invitation-only race will showcase the world's top supercross racers live on SPEED in a three-hour broadcast.

This lucrative event posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the first time ever a shot at $1 million. The Monster Million will be awarded to the winner of all three main events.

"The Monster Energy Cup is designed around a racing format that will challenge the racers unlike any other supercross event featuring an epic endurance challenge of a three-stage. 30-lap main event," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "This newly created format incorporates three main events, where riders will engage in three races, battling for rights to win the inaugural Monster Energy Cup. The event will feature a one-class format, offering riders the option to choose the bike of their choice, including 250-450cc four strokes or 125cc and 250cc two strokes. The unique 'all in' option presents riders with maximum flexibility, manufacturers with a variety of set-up options and the perfect showcase for supercross fans."

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/inaugural-monster-energy-cup-invades-sam-boyd-stadium-october-15-a-new-version-of-supercross

Andrea Bartolini Willy Bauer Jean Michel Bayle Pit Beirer

Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011

Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.

Photo: goongraphix

Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011

Harry Everts Stefan Everts Jaroslav Falta Claudio Federici

Video: Ryan Dungey talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Ryan Dungey is the current AMA Supercross Series Champion (and AMA Motocross Champion), riding for Suzuki and wearing the big red number 1 plate. Ryan talks candidly here about his Supercross season. You can also see him ride on the Las Vegas Supercross track here during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-ryan-dungey-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Ken Roczen Stephane Roncada Trey Canard Håkan Carlquist

Inaugural Monster Energy Cup Invades Sam Boyd Stadium October 15 - a new version of Supercross

World's Top Supercross Racers Compete for $1 Million

Feld Motor Sports announced today the creation of an inaugural event called the Monster Energy Cup, which posts a purse of a quarter-of-a-million dollars and a potential $1 million bonus, that will take place at Las Vegas' Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15. This invitation-only race will showcase the world's top supercross racers live on SPEED in a three-hour broadcast.

This lucrative event posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the first time ever a shot at $1 million. The Monster Million will be awarded to the winner of all three main events.

"The Monster Energy Cup is designed around a racing format that will challenge the racers unlike any other supercross event featuring an epic endurance challenge of a three-stage. 30-lap main event," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "This newly created format incorporates three main events, where riders will engage in three races, battling for rights to win the inaugural Monster Energy Cup. The event will feature a one-class format, offering riders the option to choose the bike of their choice, including 250-450cc four strokes or 125cc and 250cc two strokes. The unique 'all in' option presents riders with maximum flexibility, manufacturers with a variety of set-up options and the perfect showcase for supercross fans."

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/inaugural-monster-energy-cup-invades-sam-boyd-stadium-october-15-a-new-version-of-supercross

Jaromir Cizek Guy Cooper Paul Cooper Josh Coppins

Inaugural Monster Energy Cup Invades Sam Boyd Stadium October 15 - a new version of Supercross

World's Top Supercross Racers Compete for $1 Million

Feld Motor Sports announced today the creation of an inaugural event called the Monster Energy Cup, which posts a purse of a quarter-of-a-million dollars and a potential $1 million bonus, that will take place at Las Vegas' Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15. This invitation-only race will showcase the world's top supercross racers live on SPEED in a three-hour broadcast.

This lucrative event posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the first time ever a shot at $1 million. The Monster Million will be awarded to the winner of all three main events.

"The Monster Energy Cup is designed around a racing format that will challenge the racers unlike any other supercross event featuring an epic endurance challenge of a three-stage. 30-lap main event," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "This newly created format incorporates three main events, where riders will engage in three races, battling for rights to win the inaugural Monster Energy Cup. The event will feature a one-class format, offering riders the option to choose the bike of their choice, including 250-450cc four strokes or 125cc and 250cc two strokes. The unique 'all in' option presents riders with maximum flexibility, manufacturers with a variety of set-up options and the perfect showcase for supercross fans."

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/inaugural-monster-energy-cup-invades-sam-boyd-stadium-october-15-a-new-version-of-supercross

John Draper Doug Dubach Ryan Dungey Vic Eastwood

Clement Desalle in Brazil for World MX1 GP

Clement Desalle is now in Brazil for this weekend's World MX1 GP and talks about his victory at the Glen Helen MX1 round last weekend and the days leading up to this weekend's race at Indaiatuba.

Clement says: I had a great feeling after winning the U.S. Grand Prix last weekend. There was not so much time to sit back and enjoy it because we had to get packed and the days were busy until we moved to Los Angeles and took the flight to Sao Paolo. Physically I felt fine afterwards and that is always a sign of a good GP!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/clement-desalle-in-brazil-for-world-mx1-gp

Lauris Freibergs Paul Friedrichs Steven Frossard Eric Geboers

Video: James Stewart talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

James Stewart is something special. But also a man that has learned a lot in this 2011 season of AMA Supercross. He's comfortable and happy in his position, but that's because of his maturing over the years. Watch and listen as James talks about Supercross 2011 here before the final Supercross in Las Vegas, and watch him ride the track a bit as well.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-james-stewart-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Gary Jones Mark Jones Ake Jonsson Julien Bill

2012 AMA Supercross Series Schedule announced

Feld Motor Sports announced today the 2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, schedule, featuring the newest stop on the tour, April 14 at Louisiana's Superdome in New Orleans.

Fresh off the heels of the greatest season ever, the 2012 Monster Energy Supercross schedule is the foundation for next season's highly touted racing championship. Once again the championship will begin at Angel Stadium, on January 7 and conclude at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas on May 5, where the champion will be crowned.

Monster Energy Supercross last stop in New Orleans was in 2009 when Team San Manuel Yamaha's James Stewart won the main event en route to his second Supercross class championship.

"The 2012 Monster Energy Supercross schedule is the map to the coveted championship trophy," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two-wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "While 2011 is the greatest season ever, it is a primer for 2012. The returning veterans and the youthful challengers are the perfect blend for a parity-driven championship."

2012 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Schedule

January 7 - Angel Stadium - Anaheim, Calif.
January 14 - Chase Field - Phoenix
January 21 - Dodger Stadium - Los Angeles
January 28 - Overstock.com Stadium - Oakland
February 4 - Angel Stadium - Anaheim, Calif.
February 11 - Qualcomm Stadium - San Diego
February 18 - Cowboys Stadium - Arlington, Texas
February 25 - Georgia Dome - Atlanta
March 3 - Edward Jones Dome - St. Louis
March 10 - Daytona Int'l Speedway - Daytona, Fla.*
March 17 - Lucas Oil Stadium - Indianapolis
March 24 - Rogers Centre - Toronto, ON
March 31 - Reliant Stadium - Houston
April 14 - Louisiana Superdome - New Orleans
April 21 - Qwest Field - Seattle
April 28 - Rice-Eccles Stadium - Salt Lake City
May 5 - Sam Boyd Stadium - Las Vegas

*Not a Feld Motor Sports event - this date is independently promoted by Daytona International Speedway and the International Speedway Corp.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/2012-ama-supercross-series-schedule-announced

Håkan Andersson Victor Arbekov Les Archer Nicolas Aubin

Maximum Traction for the New 2012 KTM Motocross Models

Following its successes with the 2010 Motocross World Championship and the latest launch of a completely new generation of Enduro bikes, KTM, the market leader in the production of offroad motorcycles now presents the latest range of state-of-the-art machines that are equipped for MX tracks in the best possible way. The highlight is the new chassis with linkage for the two-stroke motocross bikes 125 SX, 150 SX and 250 SX.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/maximum-traction-for-the-new-2012-ktm-motocross-models

Anthony Boissiere Frederic Bolley Xavier Boog Damon Bradshaw

RJ Says: Defending a Supercross Championship and season review

After watching the first three supercross races of the 2011 season, I'll share with you what I see at this point.

Two riders that have really impressed me so far are Ryan Villopoto and Trey Canard. Looking at their fitness, their riding technique, their ability to get thru traffic on the race track, both are far beyond what I thought they would be.

I knew Ryan would be fast. But when a rider has been away from racing for a while, as he has, sometimes it takes a while to knock off the rust. Ryan has looked great after his heat races - obviously the training with Aldon Baker has helped him a lot. I can see his fitness, how much he is sweating, and his ability to retain his breath and breathing after both his heats and main events. It's visible that Ryan has leaned down together with Aldon, and he's in awesome condition.

I thought it would take Trey Canard at least half a season in the premiere Supercross class to where he was really comfortable. As I watch Trey in these first three races, there are certain section of the different tracks where he is faster than either Villopoto or James Stewart. Once Trey puts together the whole track, and an entire 20 laps like that - look for him to win some races this year.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-defending-a-supercross-championship-and-season-review

Jean Michel Bayle Pit Beirer Christian Beggi Mike Bell

Interview: AMA Women's Motocross Champion Jessica Patterson

Jessica Patterson is the 2010 AMA Women's National Motocross Champion. Here is Supercross.com's latest interview with JP$.

Jessica, congratulations on your 2010 AMA Women's National MX Championship. You walked away with some amazing trophies from this summer's race wins .... where do you put all those great awards, and what does it mean to you when you see them?

Thanks Annj. I usually go straight to my parents house and drop them all off and let my mom decorate the house with them. But recently she told me that I have started to bring home too many, and to figure out where to put them at my place because her place is now full.

Her suggestion to me was to rent a storage unit if I didn?t want to keep them all over the house. They are all just hanging out at her house right now, and eventually when I decide where I want to move, then I will take them with me and start the decorating.

To see the trophies is pretty cool. It is what I have been working so hard for, and after struggling for for two years and now coming back and winning the championship in 2010, it makes it that much better. Seeing that I have all those number 1 trophies from each race except for two, it reminds me of how good of a year it really was, so it makes me really happy and makes me want to keep pushing.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/interview-ama-womens-motocross-champion-jessica-patterson

Thomas Allier Håkan Andersson Victor Arbekov Les Archer

RJ SAYS: Supercross, on four wheels

It was going to be a good idea. Key word being 'was'. It was going to be a good idea!

My idea was to show you what the truck racing series that I promote and race in is like. It's like Supercross, only on four wheels!

So, my plan was simple - I'd invite my good friend Lex out to the finale of the Traxxis TORC series in Las Vegas, we'd mount a camera on the hood of my race truck, and I'd show you just how rough the racing is. It would be me (a former 2 time AMA Supercross Champion) and Jeremy McGrath (best Supercross rider in history!) showing you supercross - on four wheels!

Here is the grand experiment - camera is mounted on my truck's hood. Ready to go. But not for long!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/supercross-on-four-wheels

Sten Lundin Jeremy Lusk Billy MacKenzie Corrado Maddii

Video: Ryan Dungey talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Ryan Dungey is the current AMA Supercross Series Champion (and AMA Motocross Champion), riding for Suzuki and wearing the big red number 1 plate. Ryan talks candidly here about his Supercross season. You can also see him ride on the Las Vegas Supercross track here during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-ryan-dungey-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Yves Demaria Gilbert De Roover Clement Desalle John DeSoto

Clement Desalle in Brazil for World MX1 GP

Clement Desalle is now in Brazil for this weekend's World MX1 GP and talks about his victory at the Glen Helen MX1 round last weekend and the days leading up to this weekend's race at Indaiatuba.

Clement says: I had a great feeling after winning the U.S. Grand Prix last weekend. There was not so much time to sit back and enjoy it because we had to get packed and the days were busy until we moved to Los Angeles and took the flight to Sao Paolo. Physically I felt fine afterwards and that is always a sign of a good GP!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/clement-desalle-in-brazil-for-world-mx1-gp

Ryan Dungey Vic Eastwood Daryl Ecklund Erik Eggens

Las Vegas Supercross Finals Schedule

You've been asking and here it is, courtesy of Feld Motor Sports - The schedule of events for the Supercross Finale at Sam Boyd Stadium Saturday in Las Vegas.

You know what's happening there Saturday right? Three Supercross championships will be determined! The prestigious 2011 AMA / FIM Supercross Series Championship! And both the 250 Lites East and West Coast Regional Supercross Championships! Ryan Villopoto leads the Supercross class, Justin Barcia leads the East, and Broc Tickle leads the West.

Check the schedule, it is a bit different than a normal supercross.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/las-vegas-supercross-finals-schedule

George Holland Jeremy van Horebeek Kent Howerton Neil Hudson

Inaugural Monster Energy Cup Invades Sam Boyd Stadium October 15 - a new version of Supercross

World's Top Supercross Racers Compete for $1 Million

Feld Motor Sports announced today the creation of an inaugural event called the Monster Energy Cup, which posts a purse of a quarter-of-a-million dollars and a potential $1 million bonus, that will take place at Las Vegas' Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15. This invitation-only race will showcase the world's top supercross racers live on SPEED in a three-hour broadcast.

This lucrative event posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the first time ever a shot at $1 million. The Monster Million will be awarded to the winner of all three main events.

"The Monster Energy Cup is designed around a racing format that will challenge the racers unlike any other supercross event featuring an epic endurance challenge of a three-stage. 30-lap main event," said Todd Jendro, senior director of two wheel operations, Feld Motor Sports. "This newly created format incorporates three main events, where riders will engage in three races, battling for rights to win the inaugural Monster Energy Cup. The event will feature a one-class format, offering riders the option to choose the bike of their choice, including 250-450cc four strokes or 125cc and 250cc two strokes. The unique 'all in' option presents riders with maximum flexibility, manufacturers with a variety of set-up options and the perfect showcase for supercross fans."

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/inaugural-monster-energy-cup-invades-sam-boyd-stadium-october-15-a-new-version-of-supercross

Ricky Carmichael Danny Chandler Eric Cheney Alessio Chiodi

RJ Says: Bercy Supercross

I have raced at the Bercy Supercross. In 1984, we actually raced it twice. The first race was right after the Daytona Supercross in March, and then we raced again at Bercy in December.

The very first year was cool. But the track was an unknown. When we (the top American Supercross racers) got there, we realized they (the organizers) didn't know fully how to put on a supercross. The track was so narrow, it was hard to pass, it was a 'European' supercross.

But also that first year, I realized how awesome a 'show' can be. Their show was awesome in Bercy! All of us were surprised at how great it was!

My very first thought though, the first time I got to Bercy: "Wow, this is a small track!" But I raced there again in 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, and 1989. I've also gone another time after I retired from professional supercross and motocross racing.

Bercy 2009

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-bercy-supercross

Steven Frossard Eric Geboers Sylvain Geboers Broc Glover

RJ Says: US MX GP at Glen Helen - my thoughts

I was very impressed with the layout of the entire facility - the pits, the press, the track ... the entire presentation.

Everyone from Glen Helen Raceway - Dr. Bud Feldkamp (track owner) to Lori (track manager), their staff including Carl, Steve, Bob did a great job in representing the United States and California in having one of the greatest motocross tracks in America.

I sat with Dr. Wolfgang Srb, President of the FIM Motocross Commission, and he was very impressed with the preparation of everything as well, including the track, especially with the fact that the event was put on with 60 days notice. He thought everything was top notch, and is excited to have the event come back next year.

World MX2 Champ Marvin Musquin number 1 with holeshot in his first race, on his way to dominating both MX2 motos

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-us-mx-gp-at-glen-helen-my-thoughts

Clement Desalle John DeSoto Tony DiStefano Jamie Dobb

Maximum Traction for the New 2012 KTM Motocross Models

Following its successes with the 2010 Motocross World Championship and the latest launch of a completely new generation of Enduro bikes, KTM, the market leader in the production of offroad motorcycles now presents the latest range of state-of-the-art machines that are equipped for MX tracks in the best possible way. The highlight is the new chassis with linkage for the two-stroke motocross bikes 125 SX, 150 SX and 250 SX.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/maximum-traction-for-the-new-2012-ktm-motocross-models

Fritz Betzlbacher Dave Bickers Anthony Boissiere Frederic Bolley

Personal Letter from Ian Trettel

Dear sponsors, friends, and all of my fans;

Since my injury, I've been looking forward to the day that I could personally reach out and thank everyone for all of the love and support that you have shown me and my family through these tough times. I'm so blessed and moved by the constant caring that has been sent my way from each and everyone of you. So first and foremost - THANKS!

On March 5th, I suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury during my practice session at the Daytona Supercross. The injury required me to be in a medical coma for almost 4 weeks and I am now in my 7th week of rehab at The Shepard Center in Atlanta. The injury has left me with several physical and cognitive deficits that with dedication and focus can be managed allowing me to live a full and prosperous life. I will continue my rehab through The Shepard Center / Pathways for another 4-5 weeks before I can return home. I'm excited for that time to come and to also see many of you again but for now I need to continue to focus on my rehab so that I can maximize my recovery.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/personal-letter-from-ian-trettel

Ricky Carmichael Danny Chandler Eric Cheney Alessio Chiodi

Jimmy Button wins award and speaks at Supercross Banquet in Las Vegas 2011

Jimmy Button was the recipient of the Road 2 Recovery Main Jet Award at the recent Supercross Banquet at the The Joint inside the Hard Rock in Las Vegas. The Supercross Banquet is put on by Feld Motor Sports, and just like their supercross events, this event was quite a production and show. In this video you'll see Jimmy Button, Jeremy McGrath, and others.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/jimmy-button-wins-award-and-speaks-at-supercross-banquet-in-las-vegas-2011

Sten Lundin Jeremy Lusk Billy MacKenzie Corrado Maddii

Video: Chad Reed talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Chad Reed is a two-time AMA Supercross Series Champion. In 2011, he started his own team - TwoTwo Motorsports. Here in Las Vegas, Chad talks about Supercross, and you'll also get to see him ride the Vegas track during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-chad-reed-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Jonathan Barragan Andrea Bartolini Willy Bauer Jean Michel Bayle

RJ Says: Supercross 2011

Rick Johnson is a seven time AMA Motocross and Supercross Champion. These are his thoughts on the upcoming 2011 AMA / FIM Supercross Series.

Depending on how healthy riders stay during the season, Supercross 2011 could be an incredibly awesome year.

Of course, we all say that every year, but this year could be something special - if most stay healthy.

As I go down a list of riders, my top pick is defending AMA Supercross Champion Ryan Dungey.

Do I think Ryan will dominate Supercross the way he did outdoor MX in 2010? No, but after watching Ryan over the past few years, and especially at the MX of Nations in Italy in 2009, I've seen his confidence go up and up. Each time out, he gets a little faster, a little stronger, and smarter.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-supercross-2011

Harry Everts Stefan Everts Jaroslav Falta Claudio Federici

Tarah Gieger and TLD extend racing relationship for 2011

Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda is happy to announce that Tarah Gieger is racing under the tent for the 2011 WMA Series.

Photo: goongraphix

Tarah's out here in California preparing for the nationals already and she's looking stronger than ever!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-news/tarah-gieger-and-tld-extend-racing-relationship-for-2011

Thomas Allier Håkan Andersson Victor Arbekov Les Archer

RJ Says: Defending a Supercross Championship and season review

After watching the first three supercross races of the 2011 season, I'll share with you what I see at this point.

Two riders that have really impressed me so far are Ryan Villopoto and Trey Canard. Looking at their fitness, their riding technique, their ability to get thru traffic on the race track, both are far beyond what I thought they would be.

I knew Ryan would be fast. But when a rider has been away from racing for a while, as he has, sometimes it takes a while to knock off the rust. Ryan has looked great after his heat races - obviously the training with Aldon Baker has helped him a lot. I can see his fitness, how much he is sweating, and his ability to retain his breath and breathing after both his heats and main events. It's visible that Ryan has leaned down together with Aldon, and he's in awesome condition.

I thought it would take Trey Canard at least half a season in the premiere Supercross class to where he was really comfortable. As I watch Trey in these first three races, there are certain section of the different tracks where he is faster than either Villopoto or James Stewart. Once Trey puts together the whole track, and an entire 20 laps like that - look for him to win some races this year.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-defending-a-supercross-championship-and-season-review

Gaston Rahier Steve Ramon Tyla Rattray Chad Reed

World Motocross MX1 Champion Tony Cairoli and Grand Prix of Netherlands

Tony Cairoli twisted his knee severely at the Bulgarian Grand Prix of Motocross over two weeks ago. He wen thru a lot in the two weeks leading up to last Monday's Grand Prix of Netherlands. But neither the pain in his knee, or the memory of Bugaria could stop him. He arrived very motivated (although in pain) to Valkenswaard ... and ended up winning the MX1 Grand Prix!

After the GP of Bulgaria, Tony first went to visit his doctor, Dr. Toon Claes. They conducted an MRI, and after that scan Dr. Claes could tell that Tony damaged his patellar tendon and miniscus. Also he found a bone fracture in the femur and saw that Tony's ACL's are streched!

Tony said Valkenswaard was one of most difficult races if his career, but he ended the day with a first moto win, second position in the second heat, and won the GP - the 38th of his career.

Tony had great starts in both heats, but lost important positions in the first corner. In heat one he hit hay bale in the first corner and had problems getting rid of that! In both races he showed great race speed, and made spectacular comebacks!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/world-motocross-mx1-champion-tony-cairoli-and-grand-prix-of-netherlands

Jake Weimer Jimmy Weinert Nick Wey Blake Wharton

WMX Rider Insight: Jackie Ives

In only her second season as a professional Motocross racer, Jackie Ives is currently sitting in 16th position for the WMX point standings through the first four rounds of the 2010 AMA Woman's Motocross Championship Series.

Jackie Ives (17) cheezing on the line at Thunder Valley

You might think 'How cool is it to be racing professional motocross all over the USA!' But it's a lot harder and a lot more work than you might think! Not all racers get the big bucks and the factory rides like James Stewart, Ryan Dungey, and Chad Reed. As a matter of fact, most of the woman racers in the USA have to work quite hard during the week just to make it to the race track!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/wmx-rider-insight-jackie-ives

Torsten Hallman Bob Hannah Donnie Hansen Torlief Hansen

Video: Chad Reed talks and rides at the Las Vegas Supercross Press Day

Chad Reed is a two-time AMA Supercross Series Champion. In 2011, he started his own team - TwoTwo Motorsports. Here in Las Vegas, Chad talks about Supercross, and you'll also get to see him ride the Vegas track during Press Day.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/features/video-chad-reed-talks-and-rides-at-the-las-vegas-supercross-press-day

Anthony Boissiere Frederic Bolley Xavier Boog Damon Bradshaw

Team San Manuel?s James Stewart and Kyle Regal Postpone Entry Into Motocross Series Indefinitely

After a few weeks of preparation for the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series opener in Rancho Cordova, CA, Team San Manuel’s James Stewart and company have decided to indefinitely postpone their entry into the race series. “Everyone witnessed the way I struggled during the Supercross series this year and while I’d like to race this weekend, we just aren’t ready,” Stewart said. “I hope fans will understand. The decision has been very hard to make, but we won’t race till we’re ready.” The Team will continue to evaluate the remainder of the 2011 schedule before any decision is made regarding what events they will participate in.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/team-san-manuels-james-stewart-and-kyle-regal-postpone-entry-into-motocross-series-indefinitely

Wyman Priddy Alessandro Puzar Gaston Rahier Steve Ramon

Noora Naraghi from Iran chasing her motocross racing dream

Noora Naraghi recently traveled from Iran to the USA to pursue her motocross racing dream. Her MX dream? To learn how to ride and race motocross from Stefy Bau, former 2 time Women's World Motocross Champion and owner/instructor of 211 MX school. 211 MX is the elite world wide motocross academy based in Florida, and designed specially for women riders and racers.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/mxgirls-feature/noora-naraghi-from-iran-chasing-her-motocross-racing-dream

Georges Jobe Gunnar Johansson Peter Johansson Rick Johnson