The Fat Lady Has Sung!
Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 8:11PM 
Another World Vet Championship is in the books. The 26th running of this classic event took place under ideal southern California skies, clear and cool. The Glen Helen track was challenging and fun. I know of no other track where you get the big elevation changes like GH produces. Jody Weisel of MXA did a good job designing a tough yet safe track. The racing was intense no matter the class. Ryan Hughes blistered the track in the 30 Pro Class as he was never challenged on his way to a nice payday. However, the big winner of the weekend was Doug Dubach as he displayed speed and fitness that most 47 year olds can only dream of achieving. Doug must have a terrific fitness program because he ran up front on both days. He won another World Vet title, his 19th.
A very deserving Broc Glover graciously accepted the Edison Dye Lifetime Achievement Award. It was a very good weekend for motocross.
The World Vet Championship is a special event that all vet racers should attend at least once in their lifetime. Yes, Glen Helen is a historic track and yes lots of industry types’ show up to ride but that is not what makes this race special. What makes this race special is the once a year gathering of ordinary vet racers from around the world. A chance to test yourself against the legendary track and to meet people from all over with one thing in common…..MX. The competitive fire burns hot on the track but in the pits everyone is open and friendly. One thing was obvious, bench racing is the same no matter where you are from. Everyone was happy to share their race stories and laugh at yours.
This year’s race ran like clockwork. Lori Bryant and her staff were well organized, friendly and committed to everyone having a good time. The transponders worked and results came quickly. If Lori is not the hardest working woman in moto she is certainly at the top of the list.
If you’re a vet racer you’ll put the first weekend in November 2011 on your calendar. The place to be is the 27th annual World Vet Championship at Glen Helen Raceway.
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