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ARCHIVED NEWS FOR MAY 2010
BMX Racing News, Saturday-May 29, 2010
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BMX Racing News, Friday-May 28, 2010
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Join Alise
Post, And
"Accept The Challenge"
Alise will fly home specifically to host this event after a weekend of national racing to enjoy some time with the Stark-Haws family and her Pineview Park BMX family to help raise as much money possible to help find a cure for MS and support Colleen, who has a daily fight with a very progressive form of MS. She went from walking to her current orange and black "Tiger Pride" wheelchair within a year. Both Alise and the Stark-Haws family, the inspiration behind this important event, will be at Pineview Park BMX on Memorial Day! All proceeds from registration, concessions, donations and an awesome raffle with the coolest prizes will benefit the MS Society. Highlights of the incredible raffle include BMX jerseys, goggles, plates, gear and memorabilia from 2008 Olympians Gold medalist Maris Strombergs, Bronze medalist Donny Robinson and finalist Jared Graves and 2012 Olympic Hopefuls including Alise, Sam Willoughby, Denzel Stein, Kyle Bennett, Khalen Young, Corben Sharrah and many more! ALL of Alise's sponsors are on board donating a wide variety of items including:
There will be Noodles & Co gift cards, Great Clips haircuts, a die cast semi truck from Anderson Trucking and more! The BMX Race For the Cure event is going to be awesome! Be there and support the Colleen and The MS Society. In case you don't know, Colleen and Joel Stark-Haws were 2 of Alise's phenomenal gymnastics coaches at Tech High School. They helped lead Alise and the Tech team to 4 consecutive State 2nd Place Team finishes and Alise to 3 individual State Titles as well. The Stark-Haws family also became avid BMX racers and dedicated volunteers at Pineview Park BMX for many years, primarily running concessions along with positively mentoring new racers and conducting community ed classes. Colleen and Joel lead by example and naturally command respect by the way they live. They walk the walk, expecting you rise to every challenge before you. Needless to say, they always inspire and challenge you to be the best you can be, not only as an athlete, but more importantly as a person. Less than a 100% effort is never an option and their standards are extremely high. Colleen never complains about her difficult fight with MS, but she expects you to give your best without complaint, in return. As EVERYONE who has ever met her and her family would say, "They are genuinely amazing and inspiring people". It's time for Alise, our family and the Pineview Park BMX family to honor Colleen's fight and give back by generously raising funds for the MS Society and help find a cure for MS. Please "Accept The Challenge" and participate in the "1st Annual BMX-MS Race For the Cure" on Monday, 5/31/10 at Pineview Park BMX in St. Cloud, MN or if you cannot make it to this fantastic event, you may make a generous donation by mailing a check or money order to: MS Society |
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Cyclecraft Launches In Australia
Melbourne, Australia- CycleCraft used the 2010 National Championships held in Shepperton Victoria as the company’s Australian debut. CycleCraft Australia Team Manager and rider Dean Conlin walked away with podium finishes on both his 20” and cruiser. Conlin commented that the weeklong event took place on “probably one of the best tracks ever constructed for an Australian National Championship”. Conlin, signing with CycleCraft a few months ago, worked his way through the 25 other riders in the 35-39 Boys 20” class to earn the National Number One. The cruiser class was Dean’s next target for a podium finish; unfortunately things did not quite work out as anticipated. After a disappointing gate start in the main, Dean entered the first corner snowball on the field. However, determined to try and make good of the situation, he moved his CycleCraft cruiser through the field of riders, ending up with a strong 3rd place finish, making him two for two on the podium. The Nationals were a great success for Dean and CycleCraft Australia, with a lot of interest shown throughout the weekend about the CycleCraft name and product. With the success achieved, Dean will now start to shape a factory and co-factory team ready for the Queensland state titles in September. The CycleCraft Factory Team is supported by a great group of co-sponsors, including: Profile Racing (profileracing.com), No Fear (nofear.com), MCS Bicycles (mcsbicycles.com), Odyssey BMX (odysseybmx.com), CyberHorse Sportswear (chsportswear.com), 24/Seven Graphics (24sevengraphics.com), HRP Designs (hrpdesigns.com), Kovachi Wheels (kovachiwheels.com), Carrollwood Bicycle Emporium (cbebikes.com) Check out the CycleCraft product line and the latest on the team at www.cyclecraftbmx.com. Inquiries about CycleCraft BMX can be sent to info@cyclecraftbmx.com. |
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Did you miss the NBL Dixieland National in Lexington, S.C.? ESPN BMX's, Pat Nugent put together a highlight video and it's just waiting for you to come on over and take a look! Hit up above on Vimeo.com! |
BMX Racing News, Thursday-May 27, 2010
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J&R Bicycles/Intense mid-year Team Report
The J&R Bicycles/Intense team has been hitting both the ABA and NBL nationals hard this year from coast to coast. The team was looking to put in some good team scores to move up in the team standings the past couple of months.
Nick Tuttle lake jumping in St. Petersburg
After taking 1st and 2nd place at the U.S. Nationals in Bakersfield, California, the team takes over the lead for the Bike Shop Title in the ABA. Bryce Batten, Levi Pope, Ryan Pettigrew, Lauren Whisler, Jessica Navarro, Nick Tuttle, Cody Shelton, Zack Vankammen, Jason Morris, Robert Raymonde, and Matt Rubeck all helped in the team effort. The team will be off to the ABA Spring Nationals in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the end of the month, followed by the ABA Summer Nationals in Roseville, California. In other team news, J&R and Intense Bicycles are proud to announce the addition of Kaden Wells to the team. Kaden from Washington, Utah will make his debut at the ABA Spring Nationals in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Kaden is currently sitting ABA NAG #5 in 12x and is looking to improve his scores in New Mexico. Again, a big thanks to our BMX sponsors: J&R Bicycles (www.jrbicycles.com), Intense BMX (www.intensebmx.com), T.H.E. (www.the-industries.com), Intense Tires (intensetires.com), and Sinz (www.sinz-racing.com), Troy Lee Designs (www.troyleedesigns.com), Alienation (www.alienationbmx.com), and ODI Grips (www.odigrips.com).
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NBL BMX RACING TAKES THE WIN
WITH SPECTACULAR WEEKEND IN WOODBRIDGE
Freedom Nationals Saturday Night Pro Spectacular Event Draws More Than 1000 Fans!
The Saturday evening Pro Spectacular began with some great tunes from area band, "So Far Gone". Fun contests and exciting giveaways for fans included more than $2000 in prizes, including a Hyper dR replica BMX bike won by 14-year-old, Cody Lynn from Hagerstown, Maryland. Pros from around America, as well as Colombia and Brazil, converged for a hugely successful autograph signing, and then the real action began at 5pm! East Coast favorite, GT/SC Action Sports', Phil Delizia fended off Intense's, Danny Caluag for the big Elite Men's main event win. In Elite Women competition, reigning NBL National champion, Dominique Daniels powered her way past a mix of top veterans and up-and-coming young ladies to take the top podium spot. ECP's Matt Beatty and GT/SC Action Sports', Joey Albright left no doubt during their wins in Super-Ex and Masters, respectively. The racing is Woodbridge was super aggressive, showing that riders are becoming more serious about chasing the National titles as the season moves forward. The 2010 NBL Elite Series then headed to Lexington, South Carolina for the Dixieland Nationals, May 22-23. For complete athlete standings and more information, visit the NBL website at www.nbl.org. The NBL Freedom Nationals were proudly sponsored by Hyper Bicycles ( www.hyperbicycles.com), Kenda Tires (www.kendausa.com), Intense BMX ( www.intensebmx.com), Ohio Dreams Action Sports Camp (www.ohiodreams.com), Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), and THE Products (www.the-industries.com ). About the National Bicycle League - The National Bicycle League (NBL) sanctions exciting local, state, and national levels of BMX (Bicycle Motocross) racing across the country and in Puerto Rico. With more than 30,000 members and more than 150 BMX race tracks, the NBL is the largest not-for-profit BMX racing association in America. NBL is BMX! For more information, visit: www.nbl.org. About NOVA BMX - It's big jumps, big turns, big starts, big towers, big parking, and more you name it, it's big. NOVA BMX is proud to be an NBL affiliate and offers the best in BMX in the Woodbridge, Virginia area. NOVA BMX is located at: 7 County Complex Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192. For more information, visit: www.novabmx.org. |
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Morphine Industries’ Wraps up Florida State Series with a few Uno's Florida State Championship, what else needs to be said. It is no doubt the premier state series with top national caliber riders as proven year after year at the President’s Cup. The race pulled just under 180 motos and did not disappoint in the excitement category. We had the added bonus this year of GO211.com bringing the racing to the world. Hopefully you had a chance to watch. Morphine Industries showed up to the Championships with 3 riders in tow to do some damage on the Podium.
17/18X - Talbott Cross spent most of the season recouping from a wrist injury tore up the track with a great effort narrowly missing the main. He rounded the season up with an overall 11th place spot in a hotly contested class.
13X - Noah Reeves went into the final race battling for the top spot and a repeat on the #1 plate. He held nothing back as he took the top spot on the podium at the race. However, he ended up short just out of the top spot points wise to retain the #1 plate.
11x - Richie Dey went into the state race at the top of both the 11X class and the 11-12 Cruiser class. In 11x, there was no stopping the air dog. Richie tore up the class to take the Main win and clinch the #1 plate. In cruiser, it came down to the main event with a battle between Richie and Tucker Rice. Richie gave it all he had and took second in the main. He was narrowly knocked out the top plate taking the #2 plate. Morphine Industries had a great Florida State Series and want to thank its Florida factory team riders, factory team sponsors and the SSA for another great series. With the Florida State series in the books, the Morphine Industries crew will turn its attention to the National series in both NBL and ABA. In the next few weeks will be heading up north and west to bring our circus elsewhere. Next stops are Lexington, SC, Rockford, IL and Nashville, TN. You won’t want to miss Nashville as it will be the return of AA PRO Mike Kapes wearing the Black, Pink and White. See you there. Morphine Industries would like to thank its Factory Team Sponsors; HARO BIKES (harobikes.com), Fly Racing (www.flyracingbmx.com), Alienation (www.alienationbmx.com), Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), Rennen (www.rennendesigngroup.com), Tioga (www.tiogausa.com/bmx), Black Crown (BlackCrownBmx.com) |
BMX Racing News, Wednesday-May 26, 2010
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NBL BMX Racing Flying High After Competitive Weekend In Lexington Dixieland Nationals Saturday Night Pro Spectacular Event Packed With Close Finishes!
The Saturday evening Pro Spectacular began with R&B and blues from master guitarist and Grammy-nominee, Stacy Mitchhart and the Stacy Mitchhart Band. Fun contests and exciting giveaways for fans included more than $2000 in prizes, including an autographed helmet from Olympic Gold Medalist, Maris Strombergs and all the Free Agent/Rockstar riders. Pros from all over America, as well as Colombia, Brazil, and Latvia converged for a hugely successful autograph signing, and then the big action began at 5pm! The Free Agent/Rockstar ride of Maris Strombergs powered to a big win in the main event over Josh Meyers and Holland’s Robert Dewilde. Defending Elite Women champ, Dominique Daniels again showed why she has that number one on her back as she pulled away from MCS’ Amanda Geving and rookie Pro, GT’s Alaina Henderson. In Super-Ex racing, CJ McGuire showed once again that he is the man to beat while fellow Floridian, Percy Owens, took a hard-fought Masters win over Carolina local, Will Murray, and GT’s Joey Albright.
The racing is Lexington was unmatched as riders dialed in the super technical Lexington track, which served as a good preview for the next Elite race at South Park BMX in Pittsburgh, PA, June 26-27. For complete athlete standings and more information, visit the NBL website at www.nbl.org.
The NBL Dixieland Nationals were proudly sponsored by Hyper
Bicycles About the National Bicycle League The National Bicycle League (NBL) sanctions exciting local, state, and national levels of BMX (Bicycle Motocross) racing across the country and in Puerto Rico. With more than 30,000 members and more than 150 BMX race tracks, the NBL is the largest not-for-profit BMX racing association in America. NBL is BMX! For more information, visit: www.nbl.org.
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Morphine Industries laying it down - Baby! - ABA Dixieland Nationals
THE ABA
DIXIELAND NATIONALS, what comes to mind when you hear that?
RAIN, rain, and more rain. But for the first time in about 8
years we had absolutely perfect weather, sun shining and
highs in the 70's, we couldn't of asked for anything more.
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NBL Honors Veterans With Free
Memberships
Gahanna,
OH. (May 3, 2010) – The NBL will be offering free new and
renewal memberships to all military veterans . To receive the
free membership, veterans need only complete a membership
application along with any proof of veteran status at the NBL
trailer on race day or anytime at one of the NBL local tracks. |
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Morphine Industries, Damian Cherepko - OTC and Fresno Report
Well…….the trip started out with me heading to Chula Vista and the OTC for the Jr. Devo. camp for a week of training. After OTC, I headed back up to San Diego to get ready for the NBL All American National in Fresno. When I got there on Friday, I looked at the track and was pretty stoked to shred it. When practice came around, I felt on point with my riding and was ready to race that weekend.
That next morning I got to the track and was ready to race. When I checked my motos I was pretty stoked to see that Blake Paulson was in on the gate with me. The first moto I felt really good on my bike and ended up winning. Then came the second round and Blake and I into the first corner and I ended up getting stuck to the outside. I went to pass in the second turn and ended up falling on my elbow and bruising it…I was not stoked for that at all. It was all good as I ended winning the third round and the main.
Sunday came around and repeated with winning the main again. After the race, I headed out and shredded some trails with Bittner and the SE crew.
Hanging in Cali the rest of the week to hit up Bakersfield and do work in the ABA.
Be sure to
check the Morphine Crew out at up coming races in
Bakersfield, CA, - Sebring, FL - Dothan, AL - Woodbridge
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Morphine Industries heats it up at the ABA's Wiregrass Nationals
Jason LaRev, fresh off the plane from Denmark, decided to come to Dothan and display his skills. Jason put in some killer laps but he kept gettin' the squeeze in the mains and had to settle for 4th and 5th place. On a brighter note, JRev got shanked in Wendy's on the way home and provided everyone with a good laugh! If you think the tattoos on his arm are cute, you should see the one on his rear! Doran Bradshaw was this weekends poster boy for bmxnow.com and showed why by leading every lap in 36-40 cruiser from start to finish, putting two wins in the bag and getting a boost in NAG points. Highlight of the weekend was the HRP/TwentyH cookout on Saturday after the race. Big Props to Stewart Harrison and all the other guys that made it happen. It was nice just hanging out with everyone, swapping stories and eating good food. The cookout and the legendary cross over first straight make this a must hit national next season. Next few stops on the Morphine Industries summer tour are Lexington, Charlotte, Rockford and Nashville. (Photo courtesy of Mike Carruth / BMXnow.com) Morphine Industries would like to thank its Factory Team Sponsors; HARO BIKES (www.harobikes.com), Fly Racing (www.flyracingbmx.com), Alienation (www.alienationbmx.com), Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), Rennen (www.rennendesigngroup.com), Black Crown (blackcrownbmx.com), Tioga (www.tiogausa.com/bmx) |
BMX Racing News, Tuesday-May 25, 2010
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South Africa
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THE HILL BMX PRO/AM! Big money will be on the line, June 15th at one of the RADDEST Midwest Tracks EVER! BIG jumps, DOWNHILL for two straights making for Mach Speed and finish it all off with two of the most DEMANDING Rhythm Sections in the WORLD. BMX MANIA APPROVED! The Hill BMX is in the middle of Chicagoland BMXing and now you can ride the RAD track AND make some cash if you got what it takes to take on THE HILL and the big Pro/Am race that they'll be hosting. You KNOW you want to go, so check it out and make the scene! |
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BMX Racing News, Monday-May 24, 2010
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BMX Mania has signed Florida Elite Women's BMXer, Donna
Snow to the BMX Mania
Factory Team. Donna, a Cape Coral BMX local, has
competed successfully in the Elite Women's class recently at
the national level and also the tough Sunshine State Series,
where she recently brought home a strong fifth place in the
State Finals. Donna will be competing in select NBL & ABA nationals, Sunshine State State Races & will hit up the scene at her local Cape Coral venue. As well as being a first class BMXer, Donna is busy with work, being a Dean's List Student at Florida Gulf Coast University, volunteering tutoring with 'at risk' students, giving time at an animal sanctuary rescuing and cleaning up unwanted pets and wildlife. Donna also has begun competing in beauty pageants, and has won Miss Sarasota 09, Miss Southwest Florida 2010 and Miss Florida International 2010. |
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According to BMX Mania Factory
Team Manager, Jerry Landrum, "Donna is a GREAT addition to
our team. Our goal is to mount an effort that includes great
BMX Racers who have the Love Of The Sport in their approach
to racing. I feel that Donna represents that in a classy
manner." Other members of the BMX Mania Team are The Takamasa's/Erika, Koh & Naoki (Ohio); Jeff Hampton (Indiana); Brian Strieby (Indiana); Lexx & Rick Henderson (Indiana); Shannon Taylor (Indiana); Josh Isaac (Australia); Jerry Landrum (Indiana), Christophe Boul (France); and Vincent Champetier (France). BMX Mania Co-Sponsors are Alienation BMX, Intense BMX, Fly Racing, Dans Competition, Intense BMX Tires, Nike 6.0, TRP Brakes, Johnson BMX Plates, Kovachi Wheels, Diamondback & Formula. |
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J&R Celebrates 20 years with huge savings!
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Go211.com Florida State Champs Pre-Race Outtakes! |
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Funny stuff from the NBL Sunshine State BMX State Championships. Evidently the Florida Sun overheated a couple people's brains as they did the Go211.com Pre-Race Show, and ace video producer, Rich Montalvo caught the craziness. Check it out for some BMX laughs. |
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NBL Fresno Vid From ESPN BMX's, Pat Nugent |
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Fresno. from Patrick Nugent on Vimeo. |
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Yeah, "Fast Pat" Nugent from ESPN BMX is gettin' in to some video editing, so you might want to check it out. You know..BMX Fun And Games? Or if you had wanted to make it over to see the Pro Spectacular and couldn't get out of town, this may be your ticket. BIG JUMPS, NOT FOR CHUMPS! FBX BMX is Big Air BMX at it's finest! |
BMX Racing News, Friday-May 21, 2010
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UCI gives Pietermaritzburg thumbs up for BMX World Champs |
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 UCI technical delegate Johan Lindstrom (left) is shown the plans for the UCI BMX World Champs at the Royal Showgrounds in Pietermaritzburg, S. Africa by LOC boss Alec Lenferna. |
Pietermaritzburg - As the
countdown to the 2010 UCI BMX World Championships in
Pietermaritzburg ticked past 75 days this week, the international
cycling federation gave the progress on the event at the Royal
Showgrounds an
unreserved thumbs up. UCI technical delegate Johan Lindstrom jetted into the capital city this week for a final briefing ahead of the world championships, and after a grueling twenty four hours of meetings and inspections of the Royal Showgrounds venue and facilities he was positive that the event would be top class. "It is a fantastic venue for a BMX worlds," said Lindstrom. "I know the hospitality will be great, and the big entry of riders from over 35 countries are really looking forward to coming to Pietermaritzburg for the worlds." He added that the state-of-the-art track that will be constructed in the showgrounds arena will take the sport into a whole new era. "It will be one of a kind," he enthused. "Never before have we built a course that will have two separate start ramps, and the track will be technically difficult and demanding. The plans approved by the UCI feature an eight meter high (26 feet) start ramps for the Elite classes, and a smaller five meter (16 feet) start ramp alongside it for the Challenge classes. "This track is going to be insane," bubbled Pietermaritzburg's master age group world number one Sharlene McGillvray. "It's going to be fast and technical, which is exactly what we need for a world champs event." |
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BMX is growing globally, helped by it's inclusion in the Olympic
program at the Beijing games in 2008. "Since Beijing BMX has really
taken off," said Lindstrom. "It used to be seen as a kind of
underground sport, but now riders know that they can take it all the
way to the highest sporting platform in the world." "That is
particularly trying amongst the female riders, where the standard is
really improving at a very fast pace," he added. "In recent years the standard has also improved incredibly," Lindstrom added. "That's what make it a challenge for us to design a course for the world championships because the top riders are going faster and higher, but we also have to make sure that the course is fair for everyone." The Royal Showgrounds venue has been warmly welcomed by the international federation as it has a large number of buildings available to provide each of the visiting national federation teams with comfortable, spacious facilities fore their workshops and team lounges. The local organizing committee under Alec Lenferna presented it's plans to Lindstrom, who was excited to see the arrangements at an advanced stage or the event, which starts on Thursday 29 July and concludes on Sunday 1 August. "This is going to be a great world championships and everyone is really excited to get here," Lindstrom concluded. The UCI BMX World Championships takes place at the Royal Showgrounds in Pietermaritzburg from 29 July to 1 August. More information can be found at www.bmxworldchampspmb.co.za . |
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Treimanis Double Win in Latvian National Race Weekend
The Track is really nice and even has a SX kinda jump over a turn on the first straight. Weather conditions weren¹t great, but Racing was!
Top 16 riders qualified for the semi-final motos. Edzus won his semis and went on to holeshot in the main and lead from start to finish. He was the strongest rider again on Sunday, taking the win in the first round of the Latvian National Series. Formula Europe is supported by Formula Bicycles, EuroBmx.be, Shimano, Alienation, Tioga, BES&T, SixSixOne, Royal Racing and Navada.net. |
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Its raining Gold for HRVfitness at the 2010 Australian Titles
In the history of BMX there has never been a team like this; 4 X #1 Australian titles in 4 different classes. Olivier Hoarau started the week off on Thursday with the final round of the National Champbikx/ Probikx series. The big guys was looking strong as he led the field in the semi final, but put the bike down through the technical pro section and ended up breaking his wrist, putting him out for the weekend. The next rider to step up to the plate was 10 year old Jaden Rice. Rice looked good in qualifying but when it came to the final the little guy put the peddle to the metal and stormed home to take the win. But he wasn’t done there; he then came back on Sunday to take the win in the 8-10 boys cruiser. Two classes, two wins.. Not a bad day at the office for Jaden. Brandon Te Hiko was in devastating form all weekend and showed no signs of slowing down in the final. Brandon smashed the field from start to finish and came away with his first Australian Title. HRV took up the challenge in the 30+ Masters class, with plenty of competition from former world champions this was going to be an action packed final. The gate dropped and HRV was spat out the back but managed to find some space down the first straight and slotted into third out of the first turn. Then with some crazy cornering he set up a run into the third straight and managed to take the lead as he headed into the final stretch. HRV took out his first Australian Title in 10 years. HRVfitness would like to thank all their supporters and sponsors. Intense BMX, Skin Industries, Strictly BMX, BMXPress magazine, DNAnutrition.com.au, Altegra and Phire Bird Below HRV and Jaden Rice fresh after his win!!
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BMX Racing News, Thursday-May 20, 2010
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HRP designs Factory Racing Team Report
ABA Wiregrass Nationals, Dothan, Alabama
Now to the race, HRPdesigns rolled in late Wednesday night to help out the locals on Thursday for the Pre-race practice and even put up a few banners with Bill Morris of the ABA for good measure. The track was in perfect shape, butter smooth, and super fast. However, it was hot on Thursday and Friday, lots of sun and highs in the 92 degree range, but the real heat was on the track. As the riders started rolling in, you could tell this was going to be a fun weekend, lots of smiles from riders as they crossed the finish line and headed back to the gate for another lap. Injuries - Coming into this race HRPdesigns was a rider down when Garrett Shaw broke his arm in training just a couple of weeks back, he would not be the only rider we were down by weekends end. In Friday practice William Hill took a nasty fall and ended leaving the track on the backboard in a neck collar. He checked out just fine in the end, with his first concussion (welcome to the club), but no other major damage. Also, Chris Kennedy, who has been getting over a back issue, pulls his calf in Friday practice. And finally, another one of our new riders, Trevor Harrison, was riding with his Dad back home after the Sunday race when he took a digger and ended up cracking his arm above the wrist. HRP wishes a speedy recovery to all four of its riders. The Cookout – Since this is essentially HRPdesigns home track, we have always tried to host a cookout on Saturday afternoon for anyone who wants to come and enjoy our brand of southern hospitality, this was probably the fourth cookout (almost annual) with the last one held in Dothan in 2008. Most of the Black Crown team (keep your friends close and your competition closer, LOL) was there, Mike Carruth and his family, Dan, John, and Jim Reilly from the ABA, and many other were spotted enjoying the grub. In the end, we served approximately 50+ people some tasty burgers, hotdogs, marinated shrimp, and sausage and chicken gumbo. Seemed that everyone had a good time eating and talking BMX. HRPdesigns would like to send a big thank you to Marcus Hill, Patrick Hancock, and our magnificent chef, Wayne Livaudais. The Results – if the math stays the same as called out at the track, the HRPdesigns squad ended up the weekend with two 4th place finishes. It was nice to be in the money two days in a row. The team riders did well and some did their personal best since joining the team. Luke Segal (28-35X) – had the best results, in a mad dash on Friday, he built his brand new Clayborn Pro XXL together for the first time in the parking lot, and promptly went out and WON both days, not bad.
Brandon Murphy (17-18X) – well it did not take him long to get over his retirement blues, after six months out of BMX and one national weekend under his belt, Brandon showed up Saturday morning ready to rock. Which is exactly what he did, winning the main and returning to his old form on the top step of the podium. Sunday was not quite as kind, but he still pulled a strong 2nd place podium spot. Kendra Stoddard (14 girl / Jr. Devo) – She worked hard this weekend running class and Devo, at a smaller moto count race that is tough for the girls because of the moto spacing. Kendra kept it together for strong 2nd places finishes both days in Junior Development and two 3rd place finishes in 14 girls. Four classes, four mains weekend, Congrats Girl! Trevor Harrison (9X & cruiser) – Had his best weekend since joining the team making all 4 mains he chased, highlighted by a podium 3rd place in cruiser on Sunday. Two 4th places, one on each bike, and a 6th round out his racing, but wouldn’t you know it, he goes back home and breaks his arm Sunday night. Talk about bad luck. Heal up quick little man, we were proud to have you running the Black and Whites of HRPdesigns this past weekend. Taylor White (41+X) – Although Taylor would tell you different, he rode well and had two main finishes to show for it, pulling the 5th on day 1 and standing on the podium for the 3rd spot on day 2. Chris Kennedy (36-40X) – Chris was battling with his calf pull and only raced 20” this weekend, you could see he was in pain but did manage to pull a 4th in Saturday’s main.
Honorable Mention to Troy Rouzer’s 3rd place on Saturday. With all the talk on the message boards about “what makes a national”, well any race that we get to hang out with Troy fits that description. That dude is the salt of the earth. HRPdesigns Factory Racing would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, Clayborn Bicycles (www.claybornbmx.com), Fly Racing (www.flyracing.com) , Snap BMX Products (www.snapbmxproducts.com), Sun Ringle (www.sun-ringle.com), Kovachi Wheels (www.kovachiwheels.com), Fred’z handlebars and Cyclecraft Bicycles (www.cyclecraftbmx.com), and Cane Creek (www.canecreek.com). |
BMX Racing News, Wednesday-May 19, 2010
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Rider Spotlight / Maliek Byndloss |
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Rider Spotlight with ONE Bicycles', Maliek Byndloss in HD video, by Richard Montalvo (videos).This 2010 Rider spotlight video is on the super talented, 15 Expert rider Maliek Byndloss. Maliek started his BMX racing at Miami South, Florida and then moved to Cape Coral. Smooth and powerful, he's a Multi-Time Florida State Champ, Multi National Champ, and UCI World Champion. |
BMX Racing News, Tuesday-May 18, 2010
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NBL
Announces Hyper Bicycles As New National Title Sponsor
Hyper Bicycles Is The Official Bike Of the National Bicycle League The National Bicycle League announced today that Hyper Bicycles is the new National Title Sponsor for the NBL National Series. The sponsorship also makes Hyper Bicycles the Official Bike of the NBL. Hyper Bicycles will bring high-quality products and professionalism to the NBL brand. In addition to the sponsorship of the National Title, Hyper will add the NBL to the Hang-Tag program and television advertisements for the Donny Robinson Replica bike which was introduced through select Walmart stores throughout the country this Spring and is available on Walmart.com. The Hang-Tag offers riders a 30-day free membership in the NBL to encourage new BMXers to get involved in NBL racing. NBL CEO Gary Aragon explains, “Hyper is a natural fit for the NBL, as they are taking the bold step to reach a very broad market with their dR Replica bike, making BMX racing accessible to a much larger audience than ever before. As a sanctioning body, the NBL is focused on the Grassroots level and the Elites, and this relationship supports that dual focus.” Hyper Bicycles CEO / Owner Clay Goldsmid adds, “Hyper is proud to be involved again with the NBL in a major sponsorship role. We are excited about the partnership and the benefits it provides for us and the NBL. Hyper is working with the NBL to bring new riders to the sport through the Hyper dR Replica free membership program and we believe that putting our support behind the National Championship Series is further evidence of our commitment to the future of BMX.” |
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GT's, Joey Bradford Takes Big Win In UK National Series British Cycling BMX National Rounds 3&4 May 14-16 - Alveston, Derby |
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Elite Men (19 Riders) 1 Joey Bradford 2 Marcus Bloomfield 3 Liam Phillips 4 Daniel Whyte 5 Daniel McBride 6 Kyle Evans 7 Calum Strickland 8 Lewis Lacey |
Elite Women (14 Riders) - 1 Abbie Taylor 2 Emily James 3 Lauren Smith 4 Elly Skinner 5 Ayesha McLelland 6 Charlotte Green 7 Ria Goodman 8 Isabille Ferrada |
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Elite Men (19 Riders) 1 Joey Bradford 2 Kelvin Batey 3 Marcus Bloomfield 4 Daniel Whyte 5 Calum Strickland 6 Gabor Deli 7 Daniel McBride 8 Adam Brazil |
Elite Women (13 Riders) - 1 Abbie Taylor 2 Charlotte Green 3 Ria Goodman 4 Emily James 5 Ayesha McLelland 6 Elly Skinner 7 Lauren Smith 8 Isabelle Ferrada |
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Celly Smelly's Race Team Update! |
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Monster Army BMX Race Team Report from ABA U.S. Nationals in Bakersfield, California
Three of the Monster Army BMX Race Team made their way to
Bakersfield, California for the American Bicycle Association’s
U. S. Nationals. Team Riders attending the event included Rusty
Nesvig, Jordan Miranda, and Shay Glynn. Saturday’s Main events started off with a battle between Rusty and Jordan in the USA Cycling Jr. Devo Series. Rusty would lead Jordan all the way around the track only to be passed at the line. Jordan wins, Rusty second in a classic race. Shay Glynn was next up. Shay entered turn one in the lead pack, exiting the turn she tangled with another rider and ended up in a 3 rider pile up. As a result of the crash, this would end Shay’s weekend. Look for her to be back strong at the Spring Nationals in Albuquerque later this month. In the 16 expert class it would be Rusty and Jordan racing down the first straight again. Unfortunately for Jordan, he would run into some trouble in the turn 1 and never come out. (Well eventually he did). Rusty would continue on to take the win.
Good luck to Monster Army Riders Brooke Crain and Nic Long competing in the UCI BMX Supercross Race in Copenhagen this weekend. The Monster Army BMX Race Team is supported by Intense BMX, Profile Racing, Clayborn Bicycles, Intense Phantom OnTrac, Hyper Bicycles and Fly Racing. Team Member include ... Nic Long (Elite Men) riding for Intense/Phantom/Ontrac ... Brooke Crain (Junior Women) riding for Clayborn Bicycles ... Jordan Miranda (16 expert) riding for Clayborn Bicycles ... Rusty Nesvig (16 expert) Riding for Intense/Phantom/Ontrac ... Shay Glynn (15 girl) riding for Profile Racing ... Cole Tesar (14 expert) riding for Intense/Phantom/Ontrac Photos by Dan Mooney. Monster Energy supports the sport. Be it MX, rally, insane distance jumping, SX, MotoGP, road racing, supermoto, off-road, FMX, skate, MTB, rock crawling, wake, mini bikes, surf, snow, BMX – name it – the athletes are rockin’ Monster Energy more than anything these days. The Monster Energy-backed BMX guys and gals putting it on the line rock ‘em – so will you. On the ‘Net at www.monsterarmy.com and www.monsterenergy.com |
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dR Sighting! - Some pretty fast BMXers were spotted cruisin' the Tour of California in Sacramento, this past weekend. From Mr. Yellow Shirt/Left, it's Robert Riofrio, 'dR' Donny Robinson, Tony Hoffman and Jerry Pricer. The Groovin' Crew were Bookended by Tony's Mom and Dad to try to keep em under control. - Foto by "Mr. Spandex", himself, Derek Novaes |
BMX Racing News, Monday-May 17, 2010
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HOT HOT HOT!!!!! THE BEST STATE RACING EVER! IT'S THE NBL FLORIDA STATE FINALS HIGHLIGHT VIDEOS FROM GO211.COM AND RICH MONTALVO! |
| MORE FROM THE SUNSHINE STATE, IT'S "TRACK WALK" WITH RICH, THE PRE-SHOW CRAZINESS WITH BRIAN FELL, AND THE ELITE MEN'S & WOMEN'S MAIN EVENTS. GO HERE TO PLAY! |
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Sifiso Nhlapo to spearhead South African challenge at UCI BMX World Champs
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BMX Racing News, Weekend Update.....May 14-16, 2010
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Intense BMX And Monster Energy Team Up To Race BMX! |
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Intense BMX and Monster Energy are proud to announce their partnership to create the Intense BMX /Monster Energy Pro Team. With both companies sharing a huge passion for racing, it makes for a perfect partnership and strengthens Monster Energy’s commitment to BMX Racing. Pete Dylewski, Director of Marketing for VSI Products, parent company for Intense BMX, views the partnership as a perfect fit. “Monster Energy is the ideal partner for Intense BMX, as we are both leaders in our respective industries as well as leaders in support and racing achievements. Working with Monster Energy strengthens both brands’ commitment to BMX racing. Monster Energy understands racing and the importance of giving back to the fans, so we see it as a perfect fit for Intense BMX and our vision of the sport.” Christopher Stumbles of Monster Energy added, “Monster is stoked to be partnering with Intense BMX and looking forward to an exciting season of racing”. The Intense BMX / Monster Energy Pro team riders Danny Caluag, David Herman, and Arielle Martin will sport a new custom THE Products Carbon Fiber Monster Energy Edition Helmet, as well as have Monster Energy Drinks and Monster Hitman Energy Shooters on hand at select events. Monster Energy gives you the opportunity of support through the MonsterArmy.com. Visit the Monster Army site for more info on how to become part of the Monster community of supported riders. Intense BMX has been awarded the ABA Bike Of The Year honors for the past 5 years. Our full line of High Performance race frames, the Podium Series, and our line up of complete BMX bikes make top line performance available to everyone. Please visit IntenseBMX.com to view all of our complete bicycles and frames. The Intense BMX / Monster Energy Pro Team is proudly supported by THE Products, SINZ Elite, Fly Racing, Shimano, ITS, and Group D. |
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Caroline Buchanan At UCI BMX SX Copenhagen!
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Intense/Phantom/On-Trac Wins Big In Bakersfield! |
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Whenever the
team goes somewhere they make sure the “Sheriff” Wyatt Bell is
always there. And it was a good thing as he destroyed the 7 expert
class. Wyatt finished the weekend with a double in class and a 3rd
and 4th in 7-8 open. Ethan “E-Dog” Wolthers was also in
attendance this weekend and rode well in the 8 expert class. He took
home a 3rd on Saturday and a 4th on Sunday.
These little guys once again showed why they are always atop the NAG
standings. There were
also a few veterans in the house this weekend. Mr. Consistent, Sean
Gain, doubled in the 13-14 open and took home a 1st and 4th
in the 14-expert class. Look for Sean to continue with these results
the rest of the season. The “Razzleberry” was in attendance and as
always didn’t disappoint. He says he has been adding some gym work
into his training and it was apparent with his first straight pull.
Rusty Nesvig took home two firsts in the 16-expert class and a 1st
and 2nd in the stacked Jr. Development class. If this kid
can get some go Intense Phantom-Ontrac’s next stop will be the Spring Nationals in Albuquerque. Look for the team to regain dominance and pick up two 1st place finishes there. The team's exceptional efforts couldn't be done without the constant and considerable support supplied by our great sponsors who include Intense BMX (intensebmx.com) On-Trac Garage Doors (ontracdoors.com), SINZ Racing (sinz-racing.com), THE Products (www.the- industries.com), Intense Tire Systems (intensetires.com), Fly Racing (flyracing.com), Phantom BMX Products, FSA products (fullspeedahead.com), and BMX Jerseys (groupdmfg.com). Photos Courtesy of Dan Mooney. |
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Big Month For Formula Europe!
In Junior Men, Bastien Merle was putting in some good motos earning points for the ranking. He qualified easily for the main on Saturday in which he was in 4th position when he cased the first double of the Pro Section and lost his speed. He crossed the finish line in 7th place. On Sunday he looked like he was going to repeat his performance, but stranded in the semis. Bastien is in 10th place of the Junior Men Ranking after 4 rounds. Sandra Aleksejeva, Rookie in Elite Women, had an impressive weekend. She managed to pass some really tough motos against some of the World's more experienced top riders. With some really nice moves in the semis on both days, she qualified for the main. On Saturday she had to settle for 7th place, but on Sunday, she passed several riders with some amazing turns putting her in 3rd position after turn number 3. She lost some track speed and was passed by 1 rider. Sandra managed to hang on till the finish giving her 4th place for the day. In Elite Men, Kevin Sprengers and Edzus Treimanis were representing the Formula Colors. Kevin was looking good and finishing his motos out in front. He passed the 1/4th finals on Saturday in which he got in contact with another rider on the Pro Section and was pushed back and his racing day was over. He made it up on Sunday, fighting it all the way to the final. He was up in the mix in the main. He was in 4th position turning on the flat going into the Pro Section barely having enough speed to jump. He fought to hang into his spot but had to settle for 7th. Kevin is now in 12th place of the Elite Ranking.
Next stop event for our Elite Riders was the UCI World Cup in Copenhagen the weekend after. The Copenhagen BMX Venue was in perfect shape but the weather was a bit of a spoiler. Sandra was looking good in practice but the side wind on the first double blew her of balance and, for her, the SX event was over before it began. In Friday’s Time Trial, Kevin took 66th in his first run and in the second run he landed sideways on the big triple into the first turn and went down. Edzus didn’t have a good first run and had to wait to qualify in the second run. He managed to finish with the top 64 and qualified for race day. On Saturday the wind was a lot less of a factor and Edzus was ready for his race. He got drawn in a pretty stacked 1/8 final, but after some finishes in the top three he managed to get through to the 1/4 final. With the 7th gate pick there was no place for mistakes if he wanted to qualify to the semis. Things went his way and he took 4th place on the second straight and kept it safe to the finish. In the semi final, after a pretty bad gate Edzus got stuck in traffic in the first turn. In the rest of the track he managed to pass some riders and with a nice high-low in the last turn he passed last years SX overall winner Sam Willoughby to stand in 5th place, just 1 place away from a spot in the final. Most important form him, he earned some points in the first race of the 2012 Olympic games qualification period. The next upcoming race for our team is the European Championships Rounds in Weiterstadt, Germany. Formula Europe is supported by Formula Bicycles, EuroBmx.be, Shimano, Alienation BMX, Tioga, BES&T, SixSixOne, Royal Racing and Navada.net. |
East Moline, IL BIG Money Open
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RED HOT 16 and Over Money Open
this weekend and four more times this year. Check out the Big Money Payout if they have ten riders, it's AWESOME! It's Friday and it's PAYday on the Mississippi! Remember, the more they get, the better, so hurry on out to the Quad Cities and help make it happen. Better than the lottery! JAD Bicycles 16 & Over Money Open Payout! 1st = $1000 ..... 2nd = $150 ..... 3rd = $125
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BMX Racing News, Wednesday-May 12, 2010
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BMX Mania Back Online! |
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"Hey...Where have you been?" For the last couple days we were off line, and are sorry for the break in the news. Sunday, we took a day off to visit friends in Sweden after the UCI Copenhagen Supercross race and then Monday was CHAOS! We got caught up in the whole Iceland Volcano thing with flights to and from the U.S. being delayed and it was at that magic moment that the BMX Mania Laptop decided to go on strike and we were out of commission until today. So there's the sad story, but we're getting rested up from all the trauma and are back online fighting to bring you good news from the BMX Racing World, so make sure to tune in for the fun and games! Ride Hard and Have Fun! |
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GT/SC Actionsports Team Wins Big At NBL Woodbridge
The winds never let up all weekend with gusts reaching over 35 mph! The GT/SC Actionsports team reassembled after a long winter of sub inactivity. The team was led by Joey "Gunz" Albright (Masters) who doubled for the weekend and put on an exhibition of bike handling and power winning every moto of every race. Alaina Henderson (Elite Women) had a great weekend making podium both days and laying the power down for some exciting racing with Dominique Daniels. Jeremy Thompson 35x/cr was unstoppable in class and cruiser all weekend taking a double/double and showing no signs of slowing down this season. Viny Maninno 19x had a stacked class this weekend and is without a doubt one of the most talented bike riders in his class making podium both days and was challenged by his teammates and friends to go out and pull his patented triple tail whip over the box jump. With 35mph winds he passed on the idea...lol. Dylan Perez 16x had his hands full all weekend with his class and managed a 5th on day#1 and on day#2 crashed hard going into the first turn and was boarded of the track. He's doing fine at home and he'll be back soon. Nick Koehler 15x made his debut with the team and surprised everyone when he setup in the gate for his first moto wearing the blue and yellow GT jersey. Nick took a second on day#1 and then got it all straightened out for a win on day#2 welcome aboard Mr. Koehler! Coleman Habib 11x/cr was on fire putting on a clinic in class and took home a pair of perfects on 20" and podium on cruiser. Here is a rider you'll be hearing alot about for the years to come Gabe Hatem 9x this kid put on an ariel show in the middle of a windstorm that was blowing AA Pros of the track! Gabe can't weigh but 50 cents and was fearlessly boosting all the jumps on the track. He finished with two perfects for the weekend and had the crowd shaking their heads. Felicia Stancil 14g made the trip down to Woodbridge VA and didn't disappoint anyone with a double double for the weekend. Another new rider on the team Joey Lynn Henderson 13g is keeping the Henderson name alive and well in BMX scoring two more perfects in her season and showing everyone that she will not be overshadowed by her older siblings. Welcome to the team JL now go do some sprints! The GT/SC Actionsports team had a great weekend taking a second on day#1 with 87pts and bring home a win on day#2 with 89pts. It took me a little time to clear my head after watching my son Dylan get air lifted to the hospital on Sunday with head injuries but according to the doctors he didn't have much upstairs to damage so he'll be off his bike for a couple of weeks. Thanks everyone for the calls and emails it really meant a lot to us to know your prayers and thoughts were with Dylan. I would like to thank our great sponsors GT Bicycles, SC Actionsports, VANS, THE/Sinz, Profile Racing, Fly Racing, Johnson BMX number plates and our newest sponsors eFin Wear and Bus2designs who designed and wrapped our new trailer. Thanks, Carlos Perez TM GT/SC Actionsports |
BMX Racing News, Saturday/Sunday-May 8/9, 2010
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| "Let The Champagne Wars Begin!" ..... At left, Liam Phillips (GBR) gets a pretty good shot in on Free Agent-Rockstar's, Maris Strombergs (1st place) while Corben Sharrah (Team USA/3rd Place) is still trying to figure it all out. | France's, Laëtitia le Corguillé celebrates her First Place finish at the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup in Copenhagen, Denmark with (left), Second Place finisher, Sarah Walker (NZL) and the Czech Republic's, Aneta Hladikova. |
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Complete results posted, and rad race photo action coming, on the UCI BMX Supercross Copenhagen Race Report Page, from BMX Mania! |
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| The celebrating began inside the helmet as the tough little French Girl, Laëtitia le Corguillé took the big win at the Copenhagen Supercross World Cup this weekend. A big main event battle was set up between New Zealand's, reigning Elite Women's World Champ, Sarah Walker and Laëtitia when the " Ms. Always A Threat", Shanaze Reade unclipped in the first turn and could not clip back in before everyone was gone and she sadly gave up on the third straight. Another BIG win for Team France as LLC wins again. |
Complete results posted, and rad race photo action coming, on the
UCI BMX Supercross Copenhagen Race Report Page, from BMX Mania!
BMX Racing News, Friday-May 7, 2010
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Sarah Walker & Maris Strombergs Take Time Trial Wins in Copenhagen! |
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HOWDY, from Copenhagen! OK, you guessed it! The above photo has nothing whatsoever to do with Sarah Walker or The Mighty Latvian taking the top spot at the UCI BMX Supercross Time Trials in Copenhagen. It's mostly because Barry Nobles always knows where the photographers are and what to do when a camera is pointed at him. Besides that, several folks will be stoked that the Alienation BMX logo is glaring out from underneath Barry's Fly Helmet while he styles his Clayborn bike over the second straight. How's that for Product Placement?! Rain was the order of the day, with some pretty heavy duty cloudiness right over the Copenhagen Track. The UCI drove straight ahead and hoped for the best. And, things turned out pretty well. There was a period of time right at the beginning of "B" practice that the rain came down pretty hard, but the riders adjusted, the track held up VERY well and things moved right along.
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Kaos BMX Team & Frames! |
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Got some Kaos BMX news for y'all, Kaos BMX is based out of Little Rock, Arkansas, and is rider owned by Ted Bailey, who's been racing since 1979! We've been non-stop 30 years, so years of racing experience went into the design, so we started a BMX Team which lead into a Factory Team and Frames. The Frames are Made in the USA, 6061 Alum, Oval down tube, etched logo head badge , custom CNC 3d dropouts, square tubing in the rear, MSRP 349.99, all sizes Jr, Mini, Expert, Pro, Pro xl, Pro XXL, Pro Cruiser, and ProXL cruiser, check 'em out at www.kaosbmx.com .Kaos BMX Factory 2010 riders are, Jon Austin, Ted Bailey, Tae Thomas, Jett Booker, Rachael Luna, Justin Dodson, Alex Kienlen, Angle McElvain, Jake Pesquie. Dealers welcome drop us a email for dealer pricing kaos@aristotle.net or call Ted Bailey / Kapt KAOS at 501.554.5988. |
BMX Racing News, Thursday-May 6, 2010
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Shanaze Reade has done well at Copenhagen and plans to defend her 2009 Title with yet another win this weekend. tHURSDAY PRACTICE PHOTOS ADDED TO BMX MANIA'S COPENHAGEN REPORT PAGE! |
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NBL Takes The Holeshot With Third Pro Spectacular Of The Season Coming To Woodbridge Pro Riders Will Be Spotlighted During Evening Race At Freedom Nationals
Amateur racing begins early on Saturday. Make sure to visit vendor’s row where BMX-related merchandise, t-shirts, and great food are available. The afternoon schedule also includes live music by local favorite, So Far Gone. The weekend’s racing will feature several Olympic hopefuls, including Alienation’s Jeff Upshaw and Kovachi’s Matt Kelty. Make sure to find your spot in the bleachers for the best of Pro BMX racing! Classes for the Pro Spectacular: Elite Men, Elite Women, Masters, Super-Ex, 16-29 Open Money Class Music Starts immediately following the morning’s amateur racing Pit Party/Autograph Session: 3:00 to 4:00 PM Practice: 4:00 to 4:45 PM Race: 5:00 PM, Moto 1 – 5:00, Moto 2 – 5:30, Moto 3 – 6:00, Semi – 6:30, Main – 6:45 Podium Presentation: 7:00 PM The NBL Freedom Nationals are proudly sponsored by Kenda Tires (www.kendausa.com), Intense BMX (www.intensebmx.com), Ohio Dreams Action Sports Camp (www.ohiodreams.com), Sinz Racing (www.sinz-racing.com), and THE Products (www.the-industries.com). About the National Bicycle League - The National Bicycle League (NBL) sanctions exciting local, state, and national levels of BMX (Bicycle Motocross) racing across the country and in Puerto Rico. With more than 30,000 members and more than 150 BMX race tracks, the NBL is the largest not-for-profit BMX racing association in America. NBL is BMX! For more information, visit: www.nbl.org. About NOVA BMX - It's big – big jumps, big turns, big starts, big towers, big parking, and more – you name it, it's big. NOVA BMX is proud to be an NBL affiliate and offers the best in BMX in the Woodbridge, Virginia area. NOVA BMX is located at: 7 County Complex Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192. For more information, visit: www.novabmx.org. |
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Bo Jung Returns To BMX Women's Pro
Racing!
1. What have you been doing for the last few years that has kept you away from BMX? ..... Bo-Well, I retired in 2005 because I wanted to go back and finish school. I have almost all of my bachelor's degree in Kinesiology but I wanted to get into nursing school first. It took me a few years to get into a RN program because everything is impacted and I had a couple prerequisites I needed to finish so right now I am in my second semester of the RN program at Los Angeles Harbor College. I have about a year left and then I will go back to finish my bachelors. 2. What made you decide to return at this point in time? ..... Bo-I never lost the love for racing. I was very, very burned out when I left however but I knew that it was still in my heart. I've tried other things--surfing, boxing, just working out--but nothing feels like when I'm riding my BMX bike and jumping big jumps lol. A couple months ago someone on my Facebook suggested I start racing...It planted a little seed...then a friend asked me to show him a YouTube video of BMX and when I showed him, it was pretty much over. I was on the phone trying to get a bike the next day. I'm looking forward to having some fun! 3. For all the new riders to the sport of BMX, can you give us a brief resume of your accomplishments in BMX before you took some time off? ..... I guess my biggest accomplishments were winning the National number one title in women's pro in 2001 and 2002. 4. You look like you are in pretty good shape, have you been working out, training, riding, and do you think you are ready? ..... Well, I enjoy exercise and sports regardless of BMX so I've never really stopped working out or staying active. I haven't really lifted heavy or trained "BMX style" in a long time but I know it will all come back. I haven't been riding at all--basically 5 years completely off a BMX bike so that's a bit strange but I'm not afraid really....I'm not sure what will happen but I am ready to have fun and ride again. 5. When will you be making your debut back to racing? ..... My first race back will be the ABA national in New Mexico at the end of May. 6. Will you be racing ABA, NBL, UCI? ..... I will be racing ABA to start and I hope to do UCI races as well. 7. What is your ultimate goal upon your return?..... My ultimate goal is always to have fun and enjoy myself. In the past, I made the mistake of getting too serious about winning all the time and pressuring myself too much. It made it very difficult to have fun and it showed in my results. I plan on training and doing my best and just seeing what happens but regardless, I intend to have a good time. 8. You obviously have had a name change. Any particular reason for switching? ..... It's kind of a weird story...My legal name is Bohyung Jung (and yes, you do pronounce the 'h' LOL). When my family moved to the US when I was a baby, my parents gave me an American name--Alice. I always disliked my name but I didn't bother to change it. About 2 years ago I decided to move to California and at some point during the move I lost my social security card. When I went to get a new one the man at the social security office told me Alice was not a legal name and that I was not supposed to be using it as my legal name. Since I always hated "Alice" being my name, I decided that I would return to Cali with a new name...well, an old name....Bohyung--Bo for short. I prefer it over Alice but I know some people will call me, Alice, forever which is all right I suppose..LOL. 9. Anything else you would like to add or anyone you would like to thank? ..... I would like to thank Bruce Mayer at Formula for giving me a spot on the team in my old age and for helping me get my bike together, my friend Carley Young and her brother, Bill, who sent me a bunch of parts for my birthday on April 23rd, Black Book Sessions (branch of Hybrid Apparel) for hooking me up with some cool clothes, my adopted dad, John, for supporting my decision to race, and all my friends who believe in me and have believed in me all of these years. Of course, thanks to Jerry Landrum for the hook up with Bruce and this cool interview and for being one of the coolest BMX old dudes ever! LOL |
BMX Racing News, Wednesday-May 5, 2010
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Formula Says Goodbye to Shelby “The Rabbit” Stacy With Best Wishes
Well the time has come for Shelby to spread her wings. Shelby just had her 16th birthday and after 7 years of working with, and supporting, Shelby, we finally part ways for her to pursue the next level in BMX. Shelby was with me when I had ATI, she was with me when I started Action Sports Depot and later moved to the Formula team with me about 2 years ago. She has been an integral part of this team, and all the teams, and a leader and mentor to some of the younger riders coming up. Shelby has always had drive and determination to get better, faster, smoother, jump well and be the best she could in whatever class she was riding. She has been all over the world, competed against girls that were taller, stronger and older and she has always proven that she could compete at any level. I have watched Shelby grow from a little girl loving to ride, and hating to not be 1st, to a determined, young women, loving to ride, and still hating to not be 1st. This attitude got her to a point where about 6 months ago she put herself on a grueling training program which included weight training, cardio, proper diet, sprints, along with home study, to push herself to the next level. Shelby has become like another daughter to me and my family over the years and I have become part of her family as well, but, as I have told her and other members of our team, if they have the opportunity to grow and get further support in the sport, than I can provide, I will support their decision to move on. Shelby has always represented our team well giving us 110% every time she gets in the gate, and she has been a good ambassador to the sport for us as well. In early April, Shelby, along with twenty aspiring riders, ages 15 and 16, attended the third 2010 USA Cycling Junior Development Program (JDP) camp which was held at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, Calif. The goal of these JDP camps is to bridge the gap between traditional BMX racing and the Supercross style found at World Cups and the Olympic Games. It was at this camp that Shelby, along with 3 other riders, two of which are Jessie Day and Nick Kohler, were recruited to ride the new Speed frames and in turn receive support for the rest of 2010 for ABA, NBL and Supercross races. I, we, wish Shelby the best of luck in the future, she will always have a home at Formula, and she will be missed. Bruce – Owner / Formula Bicycles |
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BMX Racing News, Tuesday-May 4, 2010
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Hyper dR Replica Commercial Previews on Walmart.com
The new television spot promoting the Donny Robinson Signature Bike is currently available on Walmart.com The dR Replica is available for purchase and FREE delivery to any Walmart Store. April 28, 2010 - Malaga, NJ Hyper Bicycles has unveiled its new Donny Robinson replica BMX racing bicycle to retail for $99.97. A new commercial featuring Donny and his Signature ride is available for viewing at Walmart.com. In addition to the bicycle, the American Bicycle Association (ABA), the National Bicycle League (NBL) and Hyper have partnered to offer a free 30-Day memberships to all those purchasing the bicycle. |
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F.A. picks up Legendary 90's GT ex,
Larralde..... In Free Agent sponsorship news, they have picked up ex-GT Superstar from the 90s Stephen Larralde to race 28 and Over Expert. |
GHP BMX
Factory Team Dixieland Nationals race report   The
GHP factory racing team rolled into Atlanta for
the ABA Dixieland Nationals this past weekend.
We were greeted by a track that has had a major
face lift and presented a challenge to most
riders. We were also joined by a special guest,
Ted "Pedro" Brown from the Factory Risen team.Fridays practice rounds saw it's share of crashes, including 16 expert Bubba Frey, who injured his shoulder. Bubba spent 3 hours in the E.R. and returned to the track Saturday morning sore but ready to battle. Bubba raced hard and came away with a win in 16 cruiser. 10 Expert Chase Peebles finished with a strong 2nd place finish in a great battle with Tyshawn Carr. Chase also finished 2nd in cruiser. 9 expert Kyle Kruysman finished 3rd in class and a very impressive second in 9 cruiser. 9 girl Jordan Wright finished with a 4th in class and a 4th in her first ever national on a cruiser. Pedro Brown encountered a luggage problem packing for the trip and had to borrow a one of a kind "pink cruiser". Ted rocked a bike he had never riden all the way to the top, finishing in 1st. Ted had a little trouble in class, but made the main and finished 6th. Sunday brought some interesting challenges to the team. Jordan had been sick and run a fever all night, but she wanted to race. In her class main she took a very hard crash and had to settle for an 8th. She returned and rode her cruiser to a 3rd place finish, bruised and scraped up she would not quit. Bubba rode to a 3rd in cruiser and a 4th in class. Kyle had a mishap in cruiser and had to accept an 8th. In class he fought for a hard earned 4th. Chase dominated the 10 cruiser class on this day taking home the big trophy. He also finished 5th in class. Ted would not be denied a repeat on cruiser. The bike has Ju-Ju he says and took it back to the front for a second win on the weekend. In class he raced to a 4th place. The crashes and sicknesses did not hamper the spirit of the team as each rider made all mains on both bikes all weekend! |
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Pro Gate TO RECEIVE THE PRESIDENT’S "E" CERTIFICATE FOR EXCELLENCE IN EXPORTING
Rockford, IL – BMX & Mountain Bike race gate manufacturer, ProStuff LLC, will be traveling to THE WHITE HOUSE in Washington, D.C. and receiving the President’s "E" Certificate for Excellence in Exporting. This award ceremony will be taking place 05/13/2010 at The White House, is presented by the U.S. Department of Commerce and awarded to domestic firms that excel in exporting American made goods and that make a significant contribution to U.S. export expansion efforts. The President's "E" Award was created by Executive Order of the President on December 5, 1961(EO 10978), to afford suitable recognition to persons, firms, or organizations which contribute significantly in the effort to increase United States exports. All applications for the "E" Award are reviewed by the Interagency President's "E" Award Committee, which is composed of representatives of U.S. government departments and agencies involved in export-related activities. The Committee, which meets periodically, considers each application on its individual merits. Those receiving favorable consideration are forwarded to the Secretary of Commerce for final selection in the name and by the authority of the President. All applicants that wish to be selected for this award must illustrate increased exports and/or export service for the four-year period of consideration, which in this case is 2006-2009. During that four year span, ProStuff’s exports have increased by an annual average of 96 percent. ProStuff currently has distribution agents set up in 11 countries while having exported equipment to 41 countries…and growing. Part of this continued success is attributed to being the Olympic Standard for BMX and Mountain Bike race gates; including 2008 in Beijing, 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore and then through the 2012 Olympic Games in London. ProStuff LLC will be represented by Pierce Barker III, Edmund Doherty Jr., Jay Patch and Rise Barker. |
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I urge
you to "Accept the Challenge" and support the MS Society by
either making a donation or attending the 1st Annual BMX "MS
Race For the Cure" this Monday, Memorial Day, 5/31 beginning at
12:00-NOON at Pineview Park BMX in St. Cloud. This 1st ever
event of it's kind, will hosted by Alise, Mark and myself along
with all the great volunteers of Pineview Park BMX.
In
the 
GAHANNA,
OH (May 11, 2010) -- The NBL Freedom Nationals, held at NOVA BMX
in Woodbridge, Virginia, May 8-9, drew one of the largest crowds
for any National race this year. According to outside estimates,
the race attracted over 1000 racers and fans to take part in
some exciting East Coast racing. The fifth race of the season
for the NBL's Elite Series, the Freedom Nationals, featured more
than 500 fast Pros and top amateur riders from across the
country on a newly rebuilt, lightning fast track. 
GAHANNA,
OH (May 24, 2010) -- The NBL Dixieland Nationals, held at
Lexington BMX in Lexington, South Carolina, May 22-23, drew over
1000 racers and fans to take part in some of the most intense
Southern racing action this season. The sixth race of the season
for the NBL’s Elite Series, the Dixieland Nationals, featured
more than 400 fast Pros and top amateur riders from across the
country on the world-class Lexington track.
(
There
are two things you can count on when you go to Dothan,
Alabama....an awesome track and hot temperatures. Both proved to
be accurate once again as a the Morphine Industries crew rolled
into town. Well, not the whole crew...it was up to 2 guys to
represent at this one since the Florida State Championships were
held just a few hours away in Morphines own backyard. Alot of
internet genius' have been trying to get down the the fact that
there were only 92 motos at this race but they way we see it, is
that there were almost 300 motos of BMX racing in the southeast
last weekend! Not to bad if you ask us! Now, on to racing... 
Pietermaritzburg
- Sifiso Nhlapo heads up the South Africa team chosen to
compete in the 2010 UCI BMX World Championships in late
July, but the team is anything but a one-man squad and there
is a sprinkling of other riders hoping to collect world
titles in their age groups.
Sunday’s
Main events once again put Rusty and Jordan leaving everyone
else behind and challenging each other for the win. The races
were close with Rusty claiming to top podium spot in both USAC
Jr. Devo and 16 expert. The title for this class won’t be
decided till the Grand’s later this year.
Pietermaritzburg
- With just over 10 weeks to go, the countdown to the UCI BMX World
Championships in Pietermaritzburg has begun and the top riders are
working to strict training schedules to make sure they are peaking
and ready to challenge for the year’s most important race.
The
little “monster” Maddy Martinez didn’t lose a lap all weekend as she
won the 9-10 mixed open, 9 girls, and 10 & Under Girls Cruiser
classes both days. Maddy didn’t have it easy though. Her teammate,
friend, and competitor Sumi Yuki was challenging her all weekend.
Sumi took home two 2nd place finishes in the 9 girls
class along with a 2nd in the mixed open. These little
girls are having an incredible season so far. Kristen Long had a
rough weekend in the 13 girls class but proved to the boys that
she’s no joke, taking home a 1st and 4th in
the 13-14 mixed open class.
od rider counts look for him to win the Amateur
title. Another Amateur contender, Josh Study, came to Bakersfield
hoping for a decent rider count. He got that, but, didn’t get his
normal first place finishes. On Saturday he finished 1st
in the open and 3rd in 19-27-expert. Sunday was a rough
day with a 4th in open and a crash in class. Look for
Josh to be atop the podium in Albuquerque. 
Beginning
of May, the Formula Europe Team
travelled to Perugia (Italy) for Rounds 3&4 of the
European Championships Series, except for Lucie
Meerholz. She broke her collarbone during the second
National Race in Heiloo. We wish her a speedy recovery and hope
to see her back on her bike soon. At the Perugia race, the
Formula Europe Team was racing their brand new Race Kit with a
new jersey design and Royal SP247 Race Pants. The Perugia track
was very technical, even a bit dangerous and causing a lot of
casualties.
Edzus Treimanis had
a good weekend. He was one of the fastest guys on the track.
With his gates improving, he was definitely 1 of the men to
beat. Edzus qualified for the mains both days. Saturday he
finished in 4th missing the podium by a few inches, Sunday he
finished in close second. Edzus moves up to 3rd place in the
Elite Men Ranking. 
I
wasn't sure if I was in Woodbridge VA or the windy city of Chicago.
GAHANNA,
OH
Bo
Jung (formerly Alice Jung) has just announced her return to BMX and
will be riding, and representing Formula BMX.
Olympic
qualification
