Motocross Update:
4.21.2008
Back from Vegas World Mini.
Vegas was windy with mild temperatures. The track is built with
unique dirt and riders have the option of pulling a hole shot and
winning or get a not so good start and have a hard time coming through
the pack. There is really nothing to separate the riders and the
track is fast, so a start was very important.
New MXtrainer rider CODY WOODWORTH came to
Vegas with just 2 weeks of physical and mental preparation using the
racer development program protocols. He came away with 2 solid
second place finishes in his Championship mains. And he was on a
125 Yamaha in the 250 class. Not too bad. Look for Cody at
L.L. and Mammoth.
Motocross Update:
4.07.2008
Riders continue to improve with the Racer Development Program.
Weston Peick won 3 of his 4 qualifiers at
Honey Lake and came from 19th to 5th after locking bars on the start of
one moto.
Weston Potter has been working hard getting
ready for 2008 Nationals at the end of this year. Weston came from
6th to 3rd in the lites qualifier at competitive edge with 42 riders on
the gate.
New Racer Development intermediate rider Preston
Tilford continues to move forward placing in the top 3 twice at
Honey Lake and Won his last moto at Competitive Edge Qualifier.
Isodoro Cheres won his first race at the
REM race at Glen Helen pulling 2 hole shots and finishing at the top of
his class.
Motocross Update:
3.07.2008
Shae Bentley and I have been working together for a few years and he has
become very ill in the last couple of weeks. He has been in the
hospital where surgery was performed. Keep him in your prayers, he
is tough and will be back working with the East coast riders in the next
couple of weeks. Hang in there Shae, you will be ok.
It has been some time since I last updated, sorry for the delay.
Everyone has been extremely busy getting ready for the upcoming season.
Another group of riders from Oregon just completed their testing and
evaluation in the Racer Development Program. Every rider learned a
substantial amount of information about who they are and how to attain
their goals. I look forward to their return visits after they have
completed their initial phases of training and practicing.
I was recently contacted by a team rider who wanted me to take over his
program but I have decided to eliminate the Supercross and National
training for the time being and focus only on the Racer Development
Program for the amateur athletes.
I will have the MXTrainer transport at most of the amateur Nationals
this year so do not hesitate to stop by and ask questions or just hang
out.
SPONSOR UPDATE:
We have been honored to bring on 5 major sponsors this year. All
have made major contributions to the program and believe in the ethics
and success that has produced many Champions and continue to bring out
the best in all who make the decision to step up their programs. I
look forward to a long relationship with these companies and individuals
and will continue my programs with the quality of expertise given in the
past.
Motocross Update:
Weekend Warrior "Road Warrior" Class C transport!
9.06.2007
We have received our Road Warrior transport from Weekend Warrior and are
in the process of having the graphics/logos placed. Thanks go out
to Gary Denton, Mike Beier and Mark Selsor for all of their help making
this happen. Don't hesitate to come over and take a look at this
unit, it is the most comfortable bike transport available. We will
have it available for viewing at Lake Elsinore MX, Perris raceway,
Starwest, Glen Helen, Competitive Edge and other local track in southern
Ca.
Alan Gerkey's MXtrainer Complete Training Program update:
9.06.2007
Our programs include track training, physical training and conditioning
and most importantly mental strategies to become a Champion now and in
the future.
We will be accepting applications for our program where the dedicated
racer will be placed on a list. After reviewing all applicants a
limited number will be given the opportunity to discuss their career
with Alan Gerkey where a plan will be put in place. Even when the
program is full, each rider will be contacted in the order in which they
signed up.
WESTON PEICK CONTINUES HIS WIN STREAK!
9.06.2007
Weston Peick won at Barona Oaks during the
prelim to the Mini National, even local pro Chris Johnson could not put
pressure on him. During this last weekend he won 3 motos and the
overalls in both divisions while local favorite Rutherford could not
keep the pace.
Today at the Glen Helen amateur National, Weston went 1-1 in the
intermediate class dominating both motos from start to finish. We
worked on dirt starts this week and they paid off with one 2nd and one
holeshot.
Watch for Peick in the future, with his hard work and the direction of
our training program, he is in line to win numerous Championships
during the 2008 season.
Loretta Lynn Amateur National Championship 2007
8.07.2007
The amateur season has come to a close with the
2007 running of the Loretta Lynn National.
Preparation for this race had riders practicing and training in the heat
of the day but at Loretta's you will encounter high humidity which does
not allow your body to cool down. The racing was great and there
were few major injuries. As always the racing was run on time and
everyone had fun.
We had 2 racers involved this year and both had
the initials WP.
WESTON POTTER: MX Lites A and MX Lites A
Pro sport.
WESTON PEICK: MX B Mod and Fourstroke.
Weston Potter has worked hard this past
year and it has paid off. Last year he was having trouble getting
a top ten in the intermediate class but after spending the year in Ca.
training he was able to place 6th in the Pro class where he came out on
top over 36 of the Nations best A riders. In his other division he
worked up to a top 10 finish.
Weston Peick came to me at 260 lbs
where he finished 20th at Mammoth last year. This year he we have
gotten him down to 217 and he finished 3rd Intermediate 450 and that was
with his fuel boiling.
At Loretta's Peick worked from the back of the pack to a 5th
overall in the four stroke class where the top three were pros.
Potter and Peick have both followed the "Racer
Development Program" designed by Alan Gerkey "MXtrainer" and the results
speak for themselves. I look forward to assisting both of these
riders into and through their National pro careers.
Both of these riders have shown that they deserve
the recognition the teams have given them after their solid rides.
Watch for both of these riders in 2008!
Training News
6.19.2007
MXTrainer.com: Racer Development Program
Alan Gerkey
with 2 Supercross Champions, National
Vice-Champion and numerous amateur
Champions.
Shae Bentley former
West coast Supercross Champion and former National
Pro
have been working together to bring the most comprehensive Motocross
program to serious MX and SX athletes.
On the East coast Shae is conducting schools and camps for riders of all
levels of competition.
Here on the West coast Mr. Gerkey is working with riders looking to move
successfully into the Professional ranks.
"I put the Racer Development Program together after bringing two
different riders with unlike needs to Championship status. This
program was initiated in 2002 and has allowed many amateur MX athletes
as well as professionals to learn who they are as a racer. The
program is different than standard Motocross schools, in that it also
allows the "support group" (parents etc) to be involved and learn the
specifics of what is in store for them and their athlete at the Factory
level."
Alan Gerkey MXS, CPT
MXtrainer
Mammoth Motocross #40
6.14 - 6.24.2007
Its Mammoth time again. The track is one of the best tracks in the
country and with the pro weekend being one off for the National
racers, many will use this race as a "staying in race shape" venue.
If you have never been to Mammoth you are missing a big part of what
Motocross is. Imagine a town that feels like everyone has
something to do with MX. It takes on a feel of its own.
Mountain biking, road biking, rock climbing, fishing and just having fun
are just a few of the things you can do while getting ready for your
race.
The many camping areas (full hookup or primitive) offer any MX
enthusiast a "family" feeling hard to match. Each area becomes a
small MX city and everyone seems to be relaxed and ready to have fun.
There are many restaurants that you will want to check out. Here
are a few:
The Stove, Perrys Italian, Robertos, Whiskey Creek, the Chart House and
Angels. You will not be disappointed with any of these choices.
I will try and update as the race days start.
Hangtown Results
5.21.2007
courtesy of Racer X
| |
| MX Lites While everyone is now talking about Ben Townley and his first AMA
National win of his career and how he will give Ryan Villopoto a run
for the championship this year, let’s take a look at what tale the
lap times tell.
In both Lites motos on Sunday afternoon it was the #1 of Villopoto
logging the fastest lap time of the moto. In the first moto, in
which RV won, he had a 2:20.801, which was over a full second faster
than second-place Townley’s fastest lap. In fact, the only riders
that had faster laps out of both classes in the first motos were
James Stewart and Ricky Carmichael. That’s yet another impressive
statement for the youngster from Poulsbo, Washington.
In the second moto it was much of the same, with RV’s fastest lap
being over a second faster than Townley’s, but BT101 was out front
and got the moto win and overall. But after seeing RV lay down lap
times like that, it has to instill some fear in the eyes of his
competition. Because looking back to last season, RV really got the
train rolling at round two in Mt. Morris.
|
Pos. |
Moto 1 |
Moto 2 |
Rider |
Bike |
|
1 |
02:22.274 |
02:24.367
|
Ben Townley
|
Kawasaki
|
|
2 |
02:20.801
|
02:23.297
|
Ryan Villopoto
|
Kawasaki
|
|
3 |
02:22.853
|
02:25.879 |
Ryan Dungey
|
Suzuki
|
|
4 |
02:22.674
|
02:27.441 |
Josh Grant
|
Honda
|
|
5 |
02:23.992 |
02:26.545
|
Brett Metcalfe
|
Kawasaki |
|
6 |
02:23.880
|
02:26.251 |
Jason Lawrence
|
Yamaha
|
|
7 |
02:25.082
|
02:28.472
|
Tommy Hahn
|
Honda
|
|
8 |
02:25.345 |
02:27.597 |
Broc Tickle
|
Yamaha
|
|
9 |
02:25.868 |
02:29.247 |
Martin Davalos
|
KTM
|
|
10 |
02:25.380 |
02:29.351 |
Jake Weimer
|
Honda
|
|
11 |
02:27.223
|
02:30.138
|
Matt Boni
|
Kawasaki
|
|
12 |
02:25.344
|
02:33.901 |
Matt Goerke
|
Yamaha
|
|
13 |
02:25.702
|
02:27.057 |
Josh Hill
|
Yamaha
|
|
14 |
02:26.324 |
02:29.222 |
Dusty Klatt
|
Yamaha
|
|
15 |
02:28.121
|
02:30.801 |
Steve Boniface
|
Kawasaki
|
|
16 |
02:26.050
|
02:33.831
|
Joaquim Rodrigues
|
KTM
|
|
17 |
02:27.631
|
02:30.605 |
Matt Lemoine
|
Yamaha
|
|
18 |
02:29.490
|
02:30.302
|
Kyle Cunningham
|
Yamaha
|
|
19 |
02:28.211 |
02:31.116 |
Kyle Chisholm
|
Kawasaki
|
|
20 |
N/A |
02:30.436 |
Daniel Sani
|
Yamaha
|
But full credit to Townley: He was riding on the Hangtown track for
the first time, and his second moto lap times were consistently in
the XXX-range. Afterwards, he credited his trainer Aldon Baker for
his conditioning, a statement that would be echoed later by the 450
class winner!
Check out BT101’s second moto times, which were steady
enough to pull away from the rest of the pack:
Lap - Time
2 - 2:25.972
3 - 2:25.214
4 - 2:24.555
5 - 2:24.367
6 - 2:24.893
7 - 2:24.633
8 - 2:24.464
9 - 2:26.146
10 - 2:26.591
11 - 2:26.417
12 - 2:27.461
13 - 2:29.447
14 - 2:32.025
15 - 2:41.294
Biggest Surprise: For all the talk of how fast
Jason Lawrence was going through the pack on his way to the front
both motos, it’s kind of surprising that he only had the
fifth-fastest lap time in the first moto, and the fourth-fastest in
the second moto. However, the Hangtown track was at its fastest
early in each moto, which is precisely when the Yamaha of Troy rider
was still in traffic.
 |
|
Broc Tickle was impressive at Hangtown |
|
|
It was also a nice surprise seeing North Carolina’s Broc Tickle
mixing it up and showing he belongs in the top 10 of the super-fast
Lites class. It was his first national competing in the MX Lites
class, and he was impressive on the Lucas Oil/Star Racing Yamaha.
MX Class
|
Pos. |
Moto 1 |
Moto 2 |
Rider |
Bike |
|
1 |
02:17.939
|
02:21.094
|
Ricky Carmichael
|
Suzuki
|
|
2 |
02:18.131 |
02:22.236 |
James Stewart
|
Kawasaki
|
|
3 |
02:21.901
|
02:25.636 |
Tim Ferry
|
Kawasaki
|
|
4 |
02:22.920 |
02:25.517 |
Davi Millsaps
|
Honda
|
|
5 |
02:23.040 |
02:26.599 |
Grant Langston
|
Yamaha |
|
6 |
02:22.737
|
02:28.988
|
Kevin Windham
|
Honda
|
|
7 |
02:25.992 |
02:26.871 |
Andrew Short
|
Honda
|
|
8 |
02:22.544 |
02:28.732 |
Mike Alessi
|
KTM
|
|
9 |
02:26.928 |
02:29.464
|
Michael Byrne
|
Suzuki
|
|
10 |
02:27.998
|
02:28.051 |
David Vuillemin
|
Honda
|
|
11 |
02:26.210 |
02:30.172 |
Jeff Alessi
|
KTM
|
|
12 |
02:28.775 |
02:31.620 |
Ryan Clark
|
Honda
|
|
13 |
02:28.989
|
02:30.896 |
Antonio Balbi
|
Honda
|
|
14 |
02:28.207
|
02:31.986 |
Kyle Lewis
|
Honda
|
|
15 |
02:27.497
|
N/A |
Akira Narita
|
Honda
|
|
16 |
02:29.639 |
02:32.789 |
Jason Thomas
|
Honda
|
|
17 |
02:27.852
|
02:35.799 |
Cole Siebler
|
Honda
|
|
18 |
02:29.355
|
02:32.061
|
Gavin Gracyk
|
Honda
|
|
19 |
02:29.228 |
02:33.458 |
Adam Chatfield
|
Honda
|
|
20 |
02:27.221 |
02:35.297
|
Kyle Partridge
|
Honda
|
What we witnessed this past weekend at Hangtown in the Motocross
class does come as a bit of a surprise to many, especially to those
of us who have experience riding and racing dirt bikes. Not
competing for a couple months should slow someone down, but not RC.
In both motos at Hangtown he was able to record the fastest lap
time, even though he was fighting with his bike setup all day. With
the first race out of the way, RC is returning a track that he’s
raced on his entire life—High Point Raceway. It looks like we may be
in for another battle of epic proportions, similar to last year.
It’s always fun to take a look at the lap times from the second moto
of the MX class, where the track is at its worst, being chewed up
and spit out by factory race bikes all day long.
Carmichael’s fastest second-moto lap time was a 2:21.094. James’
fastest time was a little over a second slower, and the third
fastest time came from Honda’s Davi Millsaps, but it was over four
seconds slower! One Mississippi, two Mississippi, three Mississippi,
four Mississippi….. |
MXtrainer.com
4.22.2007
4 stroke national - Glen Helen
Daniel Sani just signed with the Lucas Yamaha team and represented the
team well by placing 3rd overall in the 250f class on Saturday.
Kevin Rookstool just took possession of his 450 Honda with Factory
Connection suspension and was able to charge to a 7th overall in the 450
class even though he has only ridden the bike 4 times. There were
58 riders on the line for this race, so posting over 51 other pros was
not too bad at all. Kevin will be ready for the Nationals coming
up in May.
Weston Peick took 2nd overall in the 450 intermediate class and almost
ended up 1st by pressuring Dean Wilson all the way to the finish line.
Freddy Sanchez recently started working with me again and he is back on
track with his training and track time. He is sponsored by Freek
racing and will be back on his program for the next few months. He
scored in he top 20 in both the 250 and 450 class.
MotocrossTrainer.com
4.5.2007
Press Release:
As of April 5, 2007 Dean Van Riper will no longer be working with
the RDP or any other business associated with Alan Gerkey "MXTrainer".
Alan Gerkey will continue to direct and assist all professional and
amateur Motocross athletes exclusively.
Racer Development Program
4.2.2007
Working with the Racers "HEAD".
Athletes in all sports have the need to be
mentally ready to attain their goals. Most "trainers" work with
the physical conditioning and/or the track techniques to help riders get
faster on the track. Physical training is a huge part of a riders
long term success in any sport and any track issues a rider may have
will improve with training at the track.
What usually goes undetected and uncorrected is the riders "mental
issues" that keep him from optimum performance.
What all Champions have over other riders is
they believe they are Champions no matter what happens. Is this
how you feel 100% of the time? If not you need to take a long look
at who you are and what you really want to attain.
Riders who have listened and believed in the
process have become Champions at the amateur and National level.
Are you ready to listen and win? Email
MXTRAINER1@verizon.net if
you are ready to make changes to WIN!
RDP-Racer Development Program
3.25.2007
Success in Arizona!
Freddy Sanchez, Weston Potter and Josh Lafountane were the dominating
factors in the pro classes at the L.L. qualifier at Arizona Cycle Park
this weekend. I have worked with all three of these riders and
they are using the direction to move them forward in their career.
Good job to all three of you.
World Mini in Las Vegas coming up fast!
The World Mini is coming fast. Riders
wanting to get an edge on the competition need to sign up for one of our
"Power Camps" now!
We have openings for 2 riders for our week long training camp. If
you are ready to work hard, on and off the track, contact us at
MXTRAINER1@verizon.net to
reserve your position.
RDP-Racer Development Program
2.20.2007
Ryan Sipes-Update.
Factory Connection/Samsung/Sobe/No Fear rider Ryan Sipes was injured a
couple of weeks ago while practicing. He has come back to Ca.
where we were able to get him in with Dr. Alexander for an evaluation
and into the gym for a pre-practice evaluation. He will not be
100% but may attempt to race Atlanta to keep his title hopes alive.
RDP-Racer Development Program
2.20.2007
Motocross "Power Camps" by RDP.
We have just completed another 6 day "Power
Camp" with a couple of riders from Oregon. Both riders will
now have a "roadmap" on their careers to work with while back at home.
These "Power Camps" continue to work for riders who are out of
the area and are not ready for a yearly RDP program. We look
forward to having previous "Power Camp" riders returning for
their next level training. These "Power Camps" are only
available certain times of the year based on the SX and MX season.
If interested contact us at MXTRAINER1@verizon.net.
RDP-Racer Development Program
2.08.2007
Travis Preston had a rough few weeks since his big crash at Anaheim 2.
He has been racing with a bruised sternum, separated ribs and multiple
contusions. We finally got a solid week of practice in and he
should be ready to go for Texas.
Kevin Rookstool has just started working on his SX career and will be
testing his new bikes getting ready for his first SX race at Atlanta.
Weston Potter is returning from a broken wrist and has made huge gains
in his cardio/strength and mental strength while off the bike. He
should be 100% by Mammoth but will progress through the Texas amateur
races.
Weston Peick has been training hard and the work has been paying off.
He had a nice write up in the last "Pinned" magazine. This kid is
starting to come around, watch for him.
Scott Martin has only been racing a few years and has had some ups and
downs. He has made the decision to give more of himself and he
came out with a hard fought 3rd at Cahuilla raceway this last weekend.
Scott won a National last year at Oakhill, not letting the wet and muddy
conditions slow him down.
RDP-Racer Development Program
2.08.2007
We have been networking with other states and countries and have decided
to bring riders in for training. I worked with a rider in 03 by
the name of Craig Anderson. When he came to me he had crashed at
the Yamaha test track and ruptured his spleen, broken his wrist and a
number of other issues. His plan was to come back 100% by
Southwick. He did just that and WON THE SOUTHWICK NATIONAL.
Hard work and listening to direction allowed him to achieve his win.
We will have a new rider from Australia coming in for a few weeks and I
am sure he will have a good time and learn a lot of new techniques to
take home with him.
A couple of riders from Oregon have contacted me and should be here for
a week "power camp" to fine tune their skills.
RDP-Racer Development Program
2.08.2007
The RDP Championship Motocross school was a big hit. Everyone who
attended had a great time and had the chance to learn a lot of
information about their skills and endurance.
We will continue to offer Motocross schools but only in a private and
semi-private condition. I will get the information out as soon as
we have time to set the dates.
RDP-Racer Development Program
1.17.2007
Update! Motocross School is
FULL.........................................
The Championship Motocross School scheduled for
Feb. 2/3 2007 is full and we are not accepting any more riders for this
school.
Keep coming back for updates on the next School in
March.
RDP-Racer Development Program
1.13.2007
Supercross: Round
2-Phoenix Arizona
photo Guy B
Travis Preston charges to 4th at Phoenix SX.
Travis Preston continues to move forward. He had to work for a
fourth in his heat and when the main came around he spun badly off the
gate forcing him to start his charge from 15th. Travis put his
head down and picked riders off every lap including Tedesco, Byrne,
Windham and Team Kawasaki Tim Ferry. His hard charging riding
style put him close to Chad Reed who was running in third, but time ran
out and Travis had to settle for 4th.
Travis Preston Charges to 4th at A1. photo Guy B
RDP-Racer Development Program
01.06.2007
Anaheim 1 had some great racing with Stewart taking the win followed
by RC, Reed and Preston.
Preston started in 7th and began picking riders off as the race
progressed. He was passed at the midpoint by Tim Ferry who had the
3rd fastest time of the night, but Travis came in on him hard before the
finish one lap later to pass Ferry and eventually pull away.
Preston was gaining 1 second a lap on Chad Reed who had pulled the hole
shot and was running in third. As the race went on Travis came
within 5 bike lengths but a last lap bobble in the whoops cost him and
had to settle for 4th. This should be a good year and we are
happy to be back with the Factory Connection team.
RDP-Racer Development Program
12.22.2006
NEW MOTOCROSS SCHOOL DATES
Who for:
Beg
to Local Pro and Vets.
When:
February 2nd and 3rd 2007
Where: day 1:
Lake Elsinore Motocross Track, California.
day 2: RDP training facility-Menifee,
California.
2 day event.
Day #1: Training at the track with the following instructors:
Shae BENTLEY
(former 125 SX Champion)
Alan GERKEY MXS, CPT
(trainer of 2 SX Champions, National vice Champion
and numerous amateur National Championships)
Dean Van Riper (former 125 Pro)
Day #2: Motocross Fitness
Evaluation at the RDP training facility in Menifee, Ca.
"DON'T DELAY, RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!
Call 951-679-7752
or email
MXTRAINER1@verizon.net
for your reservation.
RDP-Racer Development Program
12.08.2006
NEW! RDP-MOTOCROSS SCHOOLS!
The Racer Development Program is now offering "2 DAY MOTOCROSS
SCHOOLS" in southern California with more schools coming around the
country. This is the first school of its kind. Learn NEW
techniques used by top pros in Motocross and Supercross.
Each rider will be evaluated on the track and on specific Motocross
fitness at the RDP training facility. As a special bonus each
rider will be able to meet and hang out with one or more of these top
pros: Travis Preston 2002 SX Champion, Mike Metzger FMX Champion, Shae
Bentley 2000 SX Champion and many others. We are putting the
advertising and dates together this week and the schools will be
starting in January of 2007. Email us at
MXTRAINER1@verizon.net if
you need more information.
RDP-Racer Development Program
11.26.2006
We have been extremely busy getting ready for the upcoming 07
Supercross season. Our other pros and amateurs have been pushing
hard getting ready for the amateur nationals.
We may have some big news on a new rider who has contacted us for
training. I will keep everyone updated as soon as we sign a
contract.
Travis Preston has made some changes this year. He will be
riding for his other team, Factory Connection this next year racing the
Supercross class on a Honda 450. Getting back with JC and the rest
of the team will be a
positive change and he is looking ahead to this years race
program. Look for a stronger and hungrier Preston in 07. He
has not come close to attaining his potential.
Travis Preston
Weston Peick has come on strong and placed well in the Mini O's in
Florida placing in the top in most of his intermediate classes.
His starts have not been the best as he had to come through the
pack from well out of 30th to get 2nd through 6th in his races.
This is in 4 to 5 laps! Good ride Weston.
Weston Potter, one of our newer pros was also in attendance, we do
not have all of the information, but will post as soon as he returns.
We had been working with Bradley Graham for a short time, where he
learned a lot of valuable information on racing Supercross. If he
takes this information and direction into the first race he will be
fine. Do to personal reasons, he was unable to continue with his
program. Hope all goes well with his season.
Kevin Rookstool is in Germany racing some of the SX and learning
the ropes. He has a mild injury keeping him from his potential at
this time, but look for him to turn a lot of heads with his talent and
speed once he is 100%.
Dane Jackson just came off the injured reserve list and apparently
has not lost any of his newly acquired speed. This is one tough
kid, watch for him in the pro class at Whitney.
Scott Martin has been working hard since his national win at
Oakhill this year. He will be racing local races getting
ready for the upcoming nationals.
RDP-Racer Development Program
9.29.2006
RDP website up and running again!
We have been trying to get the site up for sometime and it looks like we
have finally made it happen. Sorry for the delay on this but there
were problems out of our control.
Check back daily for updates!
RDP - Racer Development
Program 1.15.2006
Phoenix Supercross comes on strong!
Anyone who attended the SX this weekend had a great time. The
lites class had some of the best racing to date with KTM rider Nate
Ramsey coming out on top. Nate rode strong and consistent to
capture the win. The real battle was behind him with Andrew Short,
Grant Langston, Billy Laninovich and newcomer Ryan Villopoto
freight-training around the track trying to make something happen.
The track was fast and not as technical as Anaheim 1, but you had to
clear the sections and make sure to charge the whoops correctly to keep
your lap times down. Short came in looking for another win, but a
last lap take out by Langston would put Andrew behind both Langston and
Villopoto as the checkers flew.
In the SX class Travis Preston had the start but Bubba slammed into
him and this caused Bubba to go down. This left the door open for
Reed and RC to get out front. Reed led until he had trouble with a
tricky section that allowed RC to come inside and slam him before the
triple forcing Chad to double. It was all over after that, and RC
went on for the win followed by Chad and Bubba. One of the best
finishes was MC leading the race with an eventual 4th overall, great
ride Jeremy!
RDP notes: Dean drove to Phoenix with Kevin Rookstool and both
ended up at the go kart track. Travis Pastrana, Ashley Folec and
Sarah Whitmore were all there racing and having a great time.
Watch out for Ashley, this young MX racer is hell on wheels in a go
kart.
Racer Development Program 12.04.2005
We just returned from the Amateur Motocross National at Phoenix Arizona. The track is located
approximately 15 miles off the 10 freeway on 85 south. Irv Braun has put this race together and there were a lot of positive areas. The pits were set up with a clean organized look and had a good relaxed feel to them. The track is located in a huge pit like area which keeps the wind from becoming an issue and allows excellent spectator viewing. The race track was safe and allowed for some good racing although a few more lines would have been ok. One of our newer riders Jeff Meyers had never been to a National before, actually he had only raced 4 times prior to attending this race. He has been working hard and pulled two great holeshots that allowed him to win his motos and take home a huge 1st place trophy. He will be moving to the novice class to get ready for the Whitney Nationals this next March. Scott Martin, a new intermediate was able to come away with a 3rd place in the competitive 250 B class.
A press release will be sent out this week on our new program and how this can benefit riders looking to move forward in their careers.
Travis Preston is looking forward to a good year, having recovered from his previous injuries he is ready to contest the premier 250 class riding for team Honda. Having been off the bike 9 months prior to this years SX season it will be nice to come in a lot stronger and ready to race for the 2006 season.
