Red Bull Straight Rhythm Racing!

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Motocross riders debut straight line racing at Fairplex

Marvin Musquin, left, and Ryan Dungey take part in a testing session on the Red Bull Straight Rhythm course at Thing Ranch in Alpine. Musquin says the unique course at Fairplex in Pomona should even the playing field. (Garth Milan/Red Bull)  

By Louis Brewster, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin

It’s nothing new for motocross riders to soar high into the air while traveling more than 70 feet over the course.

However, it’ll be a new experience for some of the most noted riders in the country this weekend at Fairplex in Pomona.

On the same drag strip made famous by NHRA, but in the opposite direction, the Red Bull Straight Rhythm will make its debut Saturday after a practice session Friday. The $100,000 purse has attracted the top riders, including Travis Pastrana, who will return to the motocross scene after a five-year layoff.

The concept is unique in that rather than going around a 1,500-foot course, the riders will go side-by-side for about 3,000 feet. And, according to track engineer Dane Herron, the times will be equal to one lap around the shorter courses.

Additionally, fans will get a close-up view as the temporary course has been built on the drag-racing return road.

Herron has overseen the construction of the course, built with 10,000 cubic yards of dirt, that will start at drag racing’s top end, weave around the scoring pylons and finish in front of the grandstands.

“Most people who know me know that it’s really tough for me to turn my back on a new challenge, and when I heard about the new head-to-head format, I instantly felt that tug on my heart to get into the mix,” Pastrana said. “A one-of-a-kind format demands a one-of-a-kind machine, and my team and I are bringing some seriously heavy artillery to the party in Pomona.”

To that end, Pastrana and his team have specifically built a 500-cc two-stroke bike for the competition. Traditional supercross and motocross rules limit motorcycles to 250cc and 450cc classes, but the Red Bull event will have a 250cc class and an open class, thus allowing Pastrana the mammoth bike.

 

“Although it doesn’t have the turns we are used to, it’s ultimately more terrain than a regular supercross track, and in some respects presents a tougher challenge with the number of obstacles,” Pastrana said. “It’s all about rhythm and not making an error, so I think a lot of us are excited to see whose style works best on this track. I’m really pumped up for the totally new format of Red Bull Straight Rhythm.”

In addition to Pastrana, the 16-rider Open field will include Grant Langston, James Stewart, Ryan Dungey, Josh Grant, Dean Wilson, Brett Metcalfe, Justin Brayton, Malcolm Stewart, Kyle Chisholm, Shane McElrath, Josh Hanson, Kyle Partridge, Josh Hill, Jake Canada and Ryan Morias.

Half of the 250 class has been announced and will include Marvin Musquin, Justin Hill, Zach Bell, Jessy Nelson, Nico Izzi, Darryn Durham, Jordan Smith and Ryan Surratt.

“The idea of a straight track, with just the whoops, doubles and table tops, is a format that we haven’t ridden before in competition, and is something that we’re all looking forward to,” Musquin said. “With essentially only one ‘lap,’ there’s no room for error, so I’m excited to see how this track evens out the playing field.”

Gates open to the public at 1:30 p.m. Saturday and racing begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20.

On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter!

Red Bull Media House will release a new motorcycle documentary "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" in theaters nationwide on November 7th.

From director Dana Brown ("Step Into Liquid," "Dust to Glory"), the film is a follow-up to the 1971 documentary, "On Any Sunday," directed by his father, Bruce Brown. The 90-minute documentary film features today's powered two-wheel superstars including MotoGP riders Marc Marquez and Dani Pedrosa, action sports superstar Travis Pastrana, freestyle motocross pioneer Robbie Maddison, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb motorcycle champ Carlin Dunne, women's motocross champ Ashley Fiolek, motocross legend Doug Henry, custom motorcycle designer and former racer Roland Sands and one of the most successful riders in supercross history, James Stewart.

The film will release nationally throughout the major theatrical chains including Regal Entertainment, AMC Theatres, Cinemark and Carmike Cinemas on November 7th and is available for distribution worldwide. For showtimes and locations, visit www.onanysundayfilm.com. "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" will make its world premiere on September 26th at the San Sebastian International Film Festival and the official trailer was released today. Dolby, KTM and Skullcandy are official partners of the film.

"This is the first time a feature film from Red Bull Media House will have national theatrical distribution in the United States," said Werner Brell, Managing Director of Red Bull Media House North America. "Releasing the film nationally gives us the opportunity to reach new audiences and excite those who ride, where they ride."

When "On Any Sunday" premiered in 1971, it wasn't just any movie. Directed by Bruce Brown – who also helmed surfing classic "The Endless Summer" – this insider look at motorcycle culture reached a wide audience that was fascinated by the heartfelt stories of the men behind the bikes, earning an Academy Award-nomination for Best Documentary Feature.

Four decades later, "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" shows that the passion for riding motorcycles is as strong as ever. The first feature film from Red Bull Media House shot entirely in 4K Ultra HD, the action and emotion are breathtaking: phenomenal athletes, revolutionary innovators, Hollywood stars and even visionaries who use motorcycles to save lives. "On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter" is an exploration into the pursuit of excitement, passion and life in the world of motorcycle riding.

"When Red Bull Media House was looking to do a feature film on motorcycle riding, the first people we wanted to work with were the Browns," commented Scott Bradfield, Head of Production and Development for Red Bull Media House North America. "The storytelling legacy that Dana Brown brings to why people ride is apparent in every aspect of the riders he documents in 'On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter.'"

Director Dana Brown suggests that the timing was just right for a follow-up to his father Bruce Brown's film, "On Any Sunday": "Bikes are better, athletes have progressed, and there are so many disciplines now. In fact, we couldn't possibly do justice to all of them in this 90-minute movie. We set out to show a cross- section of motorcycling today, and here's hoping we've succeeded."

The film will be premiered in the Dolby Atmos multidimensional sound experience at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Wednesday, October 22 where part of Hollywood Blvd. will be shut down for a one-of-a-kind motorcycle cruise-in. Dolby Atmos makes it easy for filmmakers to place or move specific sounds anywhere in the movie theatre, including overhead. For media credentials to the premiere, please reach out to the contacts below.

FLY Racing Signs Weston Peick

September 26, 2014 – Boise, ID – FLY Racing is proud to announce a renewed partnership with privateer standout, and now Joe Gibbs Racing rider, Weston Peick. Peick has been a part of the FLY Racing family for five years with many more to come. Peick will compete in the full AMA 450 Monster Energy Supercross series as well as the full AMA MX Sports Outdoor National Series aboard his Joe Gibbs Racing Yamaha.

Craig Shoemaker, CEO of Western Power Sports/FLY Racing, had this to say about the renewed partnership “We are excited to continue our relationship with such a hard working athlete and great FLY Racing family member. I am excited to see what Weston can do with this new opportunity.” Watch for Weston in FLY Racing’s full line of Professional Race Equipment soon.

 

View FLY Racing’s full line of helmets, racewear, protective gear, and casual by visiting www.flyracing.com

Crossbows, Tomahawks, Harpoons And Saws - The Perfect Ride For The Zombie Apocalypse

This insane survival bike could keep you alive when the world is ending... Now this is what our own #33 needs to have in his garage. I can picture him roosting and blasting any Zombie that tries to pass.
 

May we introduce The Survival Bike: Black Ops Editon. It boasts a crossbow, tomahawk, blade saw and a harpoon to stop the zombies using your blood as salsa, and also provides the all-important fuel storage that will keep you alive for longer.

If this isn’t enough, there’s a shovel, climbing gear, lights and a load of tools in there too, and the suspension looks good enough that you could get a bit of downhill done if you had some spare time.

The price of the survival ride hasn’t been released, but if the zombie apocalypse does come anytime soon, it’s probably worth breaking out the savings and getting one while they last.

Belle Plaine Herald - Home Town Boy!

Motocross Racer Ryan Dungey Leaving Big Marks on B.P.

Tuesday, September 09, 2014 2:06 PM

Ryan Dungey said he was happily surprised about the billboard that his racing team had installed for him at the intersection of Highway 169 and County Road 3/Meridian Street.

Lindsay Siegle and Ryan Dungey will be married Nov. 1 in Chaska.

by Dan Ruud

At age 24, Ryan Dungey has already left a lot of impressive marks on the world as one of the best motocross racers on the globe. He has won almost every title in the sport since his dominance began in 2009, when he won both the Lites Supercross and 250 Motocross championships. 

Dungey followed that with a stellar 2010 campaign, stepping up to the 450 class and winning the Supercross and Motocross championships his rookie season. He became the second youngest rider in the history of the sport to accomplish that feat. He then led Team USA to victory in the 2010 Motocross of Nations and was nominated for an ESPN ESPY award for Best Male Action Sports Athlete that year.

Dungey, the son of Troy and Michelle Dungey, has since added numerous other racing accomplishments to his resume. He completed this past Supercross season ranked second overall.

“It (2014) was a great season. Obviously, the goal is to finish on top in the championship but we will work hard to get there next year. I’m thankful to have  finished the season safe and healthy,” Dungey said.

Dungey’s appreciative team and sponsors made sure that their racer left a big mark on his hometown of Belle Plaine, where they recently had a large billboard installed at the intersection of Highway 169 and County Road 3/Meridian Street (see photo).

“I was very surprised about the billboard. I had no idea it was going up. It’s very cool to have such amazing sponsors to do something so cool. It was a great way to be welcomed home,” said Dungey, who was in Belle Plaine for a couple of weeks before returning to Florida this past Sunday to prepare for the 2014 Motocross of Nations race that will take place in Latvia Sept. 27-28.

Dungey announced on Twitter and Instagram last fall his engagement to Lindsay Siegle of Belle Plaine. The news came just days after Team USA, which included Dungey, scored a runner-up finish to Team Belgium at the Motocross of Nations in Teutschenthal, Germany. Dungey ultimately popped the question to Siegle while in Barcelona, Spain.

“She said YES! #Barcelona,” Dungey’s post said, which was accompanied by a photo of Siegle holding up the ring.”

Siegle, a 2009 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, is the daughter of Dave Siegle and Donna Siegle. She and Dungey met several years ago at Annie’s Cafe in Belle Plaine. They plan to get married Nov. 1 in Chaska, with the reception in Minnetonka. They currently live in Tallahassee, Fla., where Dungey is able to take advantage of the climate to train year-round.

While in Belle Plaine, Siegle said they spent a lot of time with their families and planning their wedding.

“Ryan went fishing a good bit, also,” Siegle added.

After spending the next couple of weeks in Tallahassee, Dungey and Siegle will head to Latvia  on Sept. 23 with Dungey’s teammates, Eli Tomac and Jeremy Martin – four days before the 2014 Motocross of Nations begins.

“Following Latvia, Dungey will compete in a Red Bull Straight Rhythm event in California on Oct. 4, then the Monster Energy Cup in Las Vegas on Oct. 18.

“After that, we have the wedding, honeymoon and a little bit of time off from racing until Supercross starts again in January,” said Siegle, who is a personal trainer and is studying for her fitness nutrition certification. She also travels with Dungey to most of his races.

Dungey’s father was an amateur racer and had Ryan and his brothers, Jade and Blake, competing as amateurs soon after they learned to ride. At age 16, Ryan, who attended Guardian Angels Catholic School in Chaska through eighth grade, auditioned his riding skills and was signed to a pro contract. Below are some of Dungey’s career highlights since then:

2012 AMA 450 Class Motocross Champion (Team: KTM).

2011 FIM Motocross of Nations Champion (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2010 FIM Motocross of Nations Champion (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2010 AMA Motocross 450 Class Champion (Rookie Season).

2010 AMA Supercross 450 Class Champion (Rookie Season).

2009 AMA Supercross Lites West Champion.

2009 AMA 250 Class Motocross Champion.

2009 FIM Motocross of Nations (Team USA & Overall MX1-class).

2008 Entered two races in the premier Supercross Class and earned one second-place finish.

2008 Second place overall in the Motocross Lites class, with three wins and five second-place finishes.

2008 Second place overall with three series wins in the Supercross Lites West Coast Series.

2007 Fifth overall with four wins and one additional podium, AMA Supercross Lites East.

2007 Fifth overall with four podiums and two top-five finishes, AMA Motocross Lites.

2007 Awarded AMA Rookie of the Year for Supercross/Motocross.

2006 Seventh overall in the 250 class (8-8 moto finishes) in professional debut at Millville, Minn.

2006 Second place in the 250 class, Amp’d Mobile World Supercross GP at Vancouver, B.C., Canada.

2006 Won the Lites main event in the 250 class on the Saturday night program at the Fresno BooKoo Arena-cross.

 

Tony Cairoli 5 Keys To Success

Now an eight-times Motocross World Champion after being freshly crowned the 2014 MXGP king in Brazil on Sunday evening, Tony Cairoli knows a thing or two about what it takes to become a legend in the sport!

RedBull.com asked the Italian for some essential advice on what it takes to develop oneself into a dominant force in motocross, and Tony gave us his five key areas...

 

1. Training: You have to enjoy it!

“Training, of course, is a massive part of being a pro MX rider and becoming a champion. It's really important first of all for helping you to avoid injuries, and also for improving your skills on the bike.

“MX is a sport that requires a lot of riding to get better, compared to other sports.

The more time you spend on the bike, the better a rider you become.

“When you're young, physical training isn't so important at that age, you just need to enjoy riding.”

Tony Cairoli: MX legend and all round good guy© Ray Archer/Red Bull Content Pool

2. Nutrition: Keep it simple

“Nutrition is another really important aspect. I'm lucky that as an Italian our diet is already very good for athletes! I enjoy cooking, which makes taking care of the nutrition side more fun, and I like to take the time in the kitchen with my girlfriend to prepare food.

“I don't take any supplements as part of my training, just some mineral salts for hydration when it's very hot, because that is extremely important.

“Some athletes use vitamins more than others, and some use supplements, but for me I'm lucky my body reacts well to training.”

 

3. Support network: A strong team

“The team I am in, De Carli racing, is like a second family for me. I've been with them for almost 10 years, I feel fantastic with them and they help me with everything. I trust my mechanics and everyone in the team 100 percent, they know me very well, and that makes everything much easier.

“When you're young your family supports you and takes you training and everything.

When you decide you want to become a pro it’s really important to find a team that you feel really comfortable with and who you can trust.

“Your family has to step aside a little bit because they don't always know exactly what's best for your racing career. They love you, of course, and they think you're the best! Sometimes, the eye of people who know more about MX is more important though, and this is where the right team is key.

“My family always supported me, then when I joined my team they were happy with everything I did.”

Focus, and the rest will follow© Ray Archer/Red Bull Content Pool

4. Lifestyle: Focus and dedication

“Your focus has to be 100 percent in this sport because you risk your life on every lap. It's a dangerous sport and it's difficult, like no other sport.

Dedication is top too – you need to train with passion, because when you love what you do you improve all the time.

“Being able to relax is just as important. When I'm on the bike I'm focused on what I'm doing, but off the bike I enjoy time with my family and friends. I like to do other sports too.

“I think it's good for your mentality to stay focused on what is important and to have free time to be able to relax and clear your mind, to find that balance.”

Tony takes time for the fans© Ray Archer/KTM/Red Bull Content Pool

5. Just be yourself!

“I love spending time with my friends and family, and also at the track with people I don't even know. When I was small this was what I was doing, and I enjoyed it, so I keep doing it to this day.

“It can be difficult because at a GP you need to be focused during the weekend, but even at the track I try to spend time with the fans and be nice to them.

My overall advice? Do what you like doing, live your life, and enjoy it!

 

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Doug Henry's New Radio Show!

New show devoted to motocross - Boston Herald.com

Quit spinning your wheels and get down in the mud with the most action-packed show dedicated to the sport of motocross anywhere — starting tonight and every Friday night at 6 p.m. on Boston Herald Radio.

To those not familiar with motocross, we race dirt bikes on tracks over natural terrain that include huge jumps launching riders more than 100 feet and four stories high. Although motocross is a niche sport (don’t say that to hard-core fans) and not for the faint of heart, it’s tremendously popular. In fact, major networks such as NBC Sports and Fox Sports cover racing live on a weekly basis.

Big name sponsors are also in the mix and they market their key athletes much like NASCAR. Energy drinks such as Red Bull, Monster and Rockstar all got their start in motocross from a marketing standpoint and they sponsor the biggest names and teams in the sport. Top riders do very well financially, signing multimillion dollar salaries in most cases before they are in their mid 20s.

The pro motocross championship just concluded this past weekend in Utah and the series is taking a break until January. But motocross fans around the world are marking their calendars and eagerly awaiting Sept. 21, when the Motocross Des Nations kicks off in St. Petersburg, Russia. It’s the Olympics of motocross, and you heard it here first — Team USA is a lock to win.

BHR’s decision to carry our show — which we call “Holeshot Radio” — is a big win as well for its listeners. “Holeshot” is one of the fastest-growing radio shows across the country. It grabs listeners who are hard-core fans of the sport as well the non-fan who loves competitive banter mixed in with a few shenanigans.

All three hosts have deeps roots in motocross — I’m a former racer and team owner, Doug Henry is a pro motocross legend and member of the Motorcycle Hall Of Fame and Dave Olcott is a race promoter.

I realize tossing around the word “legend” when talking sports in Boston is a bit lofty, but that’s how Doug Henry is regarded in motocross. He’s the Larry Bird of motocross and if there was a Mount Rushmore for our sport, he would certainly be on it. When I asked Doug what it’s like to be a legend as well as a member of the hall of fame he said, “I don’t think of myself as a legend or one of the best ever. I was just a kid from Connecticut that really loved to race motorcycles and I was able to earn a living doing it.”

Don’t miss “Holeshot” on Boston Herald Radio; follow us @holeshotradio.

Works Connection Job Search!

Works Connection Works Connection is looking for a full time, experienced, energetic and organized sales person at our Cameron Park, CA location. Our ideal candidate would be someone with hands on experience in the motorsport industry and possesses sales and customer service skills. Job hours M-F 8:30-5:00 Duties & responsibilities: ~ Provide sales and telephone support ~ Actively support the sales team through first hand involvement in the sales process, including customer service. Skills and Qualifications: ~Prior experience in Motorsports Industry, and experience/background in inside sales. ~Interpersonal skills: organized, enthusiastic, creative, patient and goal oriented. ~Professional presence ~Strong and effective communication and customer service skills ~Friendly, outgoing telephone personality with follow up skills ~Computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word Compensation: ~Competitive salary, benefits and employee discounts Please fax or e-mail resume' and salary requirements to fax: (530) 672-9386 e-mail: jobs@worksconnection.com WORKS CONNECTION 4130 Product Drive Cameron Park, CA 95682

Apply for a Matrix Concepts & 1.7 Cleaning Solutions Sponsorship

Matrix Concepts

Want to be a part of our Matrix & 1.7 racing family? Now is the time to apply for our 2015 sponsorship program and rider support for both brands. Matrix and 1.7 Cleaning Solutions offer an array of track and garage products that can help you perform and look your best in 2015!  You will receive special team rider pricing along with being the the first to hear about team promotions, news, and new product releases.

We are looking for a select group of moto and/or cycling riders who are determined, motivated, and dedicated to their sport of choice.

There are three easy ways to apply:

1. Through the Matrix Concepts website.

Visit http://www.matrixracingproducts.com/sponsorship/  and fill out our application.

2. Sign up on Hookit.

Click on our profile http://www.hookit.com/brands/matrixconcepts/ and apply.

3. Sign up through MXSponsor.

 Click on our profile http://www.mxsponsor.com/companies/matrix-concepts and apply.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact bobby@matrixracingproducts.com or call us directly at (661)253-1592.