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8/30/2013 3:05pm
8/30/2013 3:05pm
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While I was watching his final episode I heard him asking people, "should we do it next year" referring to another film documentary. We'll come back to that.
I think his efforts to put out this series, and a little help from industry peeps promoting his videos, he has only scratched the surface as to the effects it could have on his career next year and in the future.
While we all like to hear the stories of all the top guys DA has created a market for himself and found those whole really like the flavor of a true privateers efforts behind the scenes. Plus he is such a likable guy in a sport that is full of attitudes. A breath of fresh air
To answer his question about whether or not he should put out another series? I say ABSOLUTELY! (sorry about the caps OC.) In fact he should document the next few months of his everyday life, training, and deciding what to do next to keep all of his fans in touch as he anticipates Supercross or over seas or what have you. The series isn't necessarily about motocross. It is about Derek. He is the star of the show and he has gained many fans. I think he should really consider his opportunity here. It can only help to further promote himself and gain valuable exposure that will bring him much needed revenue he would not have had a chance to acquire. What do you guys think?
I hope the best for this guy.
I think his efforts to put out this series, and a little help from industry peeps promoting his videos, he has only scratched the surface as to the effects it could have on his career next year and in the future.
While we all like to hear the stories of all the top guys DA has created a market for himself and found those whole really like the flavor of a true privateers efforts behind the scenes. Plus he is such a likable guy in a sport that is full of attitudes. A breath of fresh air
To answer his question about whether or not he should put out another series? I say ABSOLUTELY! (sorry about the caps OC.) In fact he should document the next few months of his everyday life, training, and deciding what to do next to keep all of his fans in touch as he anticipates Supercross or over seas or what have you. The series isn't necessarily about motocross. It is about Derek. He is the star of the show and he has gained many fans. I think he should really consider his opportunity here. It can only help to further promote himself and gain valuable exposure that will bring him much needed revenue he would not have had a chance to acquire. What do you guys think?
I hope the best for this guy.
IMO it was one of the highlights of the summer. During the week two things i always looked fwd to, the GoPro's and new episode of MvM.
Well done Derek and MSR deserves major props for making it happen.
The Shop
In my opinion, his video series is one of the most brilliant ways to market yourself. Just like Transworld Shadow (before MX Sports or NBC made them quit using actual practice/ race footage), I always love the behind the scenes look at Pro racing.
He should certainly do it again, no doubt.
Just curious, I would love to know what his sponsors think about it. This is a cruel industry and almost everything comes down to ROI. I hope it's working out for his sponsors enough to continue.
In fact he was one of only a few support riders I worked with to thank me for supporting his efforts at the end of the season. A class act.
I would love to see him in a semi or support deal moving forward.
Huckster asks about how his sponsors feel about it. I can't honestly say anyone has come up to me and said they are buying Bel-Ray because we support him but I do get comments whenever we post his videos on our FB page.
Maybe not a direct ROI but it isn't always the case with racer support.
I can relate. A lot of people can. I did races like this. I wouldn't trade those memories for anything. I lived life to the fullest and appreciate those days now more than ever. The last episode actually choked me up a little bit as I understood completely the triumph he felt, even with 20th place finishes. His family, people rallying for you, the girl by his side... Like I said, if you truly are aa fan of MX and what it is about, this story and webisodes should move you.
He will have these memories forever and that is worth more than any amount of money.
I don't know what he wants to do with this series, but man..... I forwarded a couple of the episodes to some people that could maybe do something.
Something like this, would appeal to the masses. It has enough elements to keep non moto fans captivated. The thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, comedy, the love of family..... We all want something on TV to show the true story of MX, this could be it.
U hope he continues the video and continues to get support!
Pit Row
He's relatable, accesible and all around good dude.
Fan here!
Each episode brought different memories. We had a "extra" cab f150 and a enclosed trailer for 98. Most epic summer of my life. Chris Wheeler and I. Linking up with others along the way. The races were cool but the time in between was what made it epic. Seeing the country with a best friend. Fighting when you got in each others nerves, but soon realizing you had no one else to talk to... I have so many great tailgate stories from those months.
That last episode, I could feel what he was feeling. Relief, sadness, happy it's over but don't want it to end.... So awesome.
Even if he doesn't "have to do it", I think he should. To continue the story. Years later he will have a whole career at the touch of a button.... I would GIVE ANYTHING to be able to go back and watch pieces of what we did and show my kids.
Remember the old saying "the only bad press is NO press"... (read CR22 into that comment) well DA has himself in a unique situation whereas if he goes "factory" and bails on the series he'll be seen in a negative light. So whomever he signs with will have to be prepared for a little extra production going on. Which I hope they understand and allow.
Good for you Derek. The insight you've given ,however painful at times, shows the side of our sport we usually had to wait 9 months and hope some schmuck reporter asked the right question to get the answer you offered willingly.
It's tough for privateers to get support, especially financial because they aren't in the limelight as much, Derek is helping solve that problem.
As a sponsor, one of the hardest parts about supporting a privateer is many people don't even recognize their names, Derek has changed that game for himself.
I always watch for him on the ticker , was glad to see he gave it a second shot , i think that people will watch anything he does now because he has a following , and as a privateer, that hard to get ,on national level.
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