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Team USA Wins 63rd Motocross of Nations!

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

10/4/2009 2:25 PM

Jake Weimer, Ryan Dungey, and Ivan Tedesco helped bring home Team USA's 20th win, and fifth straight.

We're wrapping up the rest of our coverage, but in the meantime, here's a quick peek at the podium and the final results. Check back in a bit for more.

Race 1 (MX1 & MX2)

  1. Antonio Cairoli (Italy/Yamaha)
  2. Chad Reed (Australia/Suzuki)
  3. Ryan Dungey (USA/Suzuki)
  4. Clement Desalle (Belgium/Honda)
  5. Marvin Musquin (France/KTM)
  6. Josh Coppins (New Zealand/Yamaha)
  7. Tommy Searle (Great Britain/KTM)
  8. Jake Weimer (USA/Kawasaki)
  9. Gareth Swanepoel (South Africa/Kawasaki)
  10. Ken Roczen (Germany/Suzuki)
  11. Billy Mackenzie (Great Britain/Honda)
  12. Jonathan Barragan (Spain/KTM)
  13. Tyla Rattray (South Africa/Kawasaki)
  14. Steven Frossard (France/Kawasaki)
  15. Joel Roelants (The Netherlands/KTM)
  16. Davide Guarneri (Italy/Yamaha)
  17. Brett Metcalfe (Australia/Honda)
  18. Antti Pyrhonen (Finland/Honda)
  19. Rui Goncalves (Portugal/KTM)
  20. Andreas Hultman (Sweden/Honda)

Race 2 (MX2 & Open)

  1. Gautier Paulin (France/Kawasaki)
  2. David Phillipaerts (Italy/Yamaha)
  3. Ivan Tedesco (USA/Honda)
  4. Tanel Leok (Estonia/Yamaha)
  5. Marvin Musquin (France/KTM)
  6. Max Nagl (Germany/KTM)
  7. Steve Ramon (Belgium/Suzuki)
  8. Ken Roczen (Germany/Suzuki)
  9. Brett Metcalfe (Australia/Honda)
  10. Tyla Rattray (South Africa/Kawasaki)
  11. Joel Roelants (The Netherlands/KTM)
  12. Scott Columb (New Zealand/Suzuki)
  13. Shaun Simpson (Great Britain/KTM)
  14. Tonus Arnaud (Switzerland/KTM)
  15. Carlos Campano (Spain/KTM)
  16. Antonio Balbi (Brazil/Honda)
  17. Tommy Searle (Great Britain/KTM)
  18. Harri Kullas (Finland/KTM)
  19. Matiss Karro (Latvia/Suzuki)
  20. Jeffrey Herlings (The Netherlands/KTM)

Race 3 (MX1 & Open)

  1. Ryan Dungey (USA/Suzuki)
  2. Steve Ramon (Belgium/Suzuki)
  3. David Phillipaerts (Italy/Yamaha)
  4. Jonathan Barragan (Spain/KTM)
  5. Steven Frossard (France/Kawasaki)
  6. Josh Coppins (New Zealand/Yamaha)
  7. Ivan Tedesco (USA/Honda)
  8. Max Nagl (Germany/KTM)
  9. Chad Reed (Australia/Suzuki)
  10. Shaun Simpson (Great Britain/KTM)
  11. Tanel Leok (Estonia/Yamaha)
  12. Julien Bill (Switzerland/Aprilia)
  13. Aigar Leok (Estonia/TM)
  14. Billy Mackenzie (Great Britain/Honda)
  15. Luis Correira (Portugal/Yamaha)
  16. Harri Kullas (Finland/KTM)
  17. Andreas Hultman (Sweden/Honda)
  18. Gregory Wicht (Switzerland/Honda)
  19. Antonio Balbi (Brazil/Honda)
  20. Mike Kras (The Netherlands/KTM)

Final Standings

  1. USA 22
  2. France 30
  3. Belgium 39
  4. Germany 55
  5. Great Britain 55
  6. Italy 59
  7. Australia 73
  8. Estonia 78
  9. South Africa 84
  10. Switzerland 88
  11. New Zealand 89
  12. Spain 92
  13. Portugal 112
  14. Brazil 122
  15. Denmark 123
  16. Ireland 126
  17. Latvia 130
  18. The Netherlands 133
  19. Sweden 143
  20. Finland 92
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Scott USA MX of Nations Goggles

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

10/2/2009 2:56 PM

Okay, we have to admit, we dig checking out the national pride goodies that everyone rolls out for the MXoN. Scott has done up some special goggles in the country colors of three of their heroes, like Clement Desalle (Belgium), Chad Reed (Australia), and Jake Weimer (USA) for this weekend's festivities in Italy. If you're there, Scott will also be at the race, displaying their various wares.

Click image for a larger version.
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Live Motocross of Nations Video on Vital MX

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

10/2/2009 11:04 AM

Hey, just a heads-up, you'll be able to check in this weekend and watch the MXoN racing LIVE here on Vital MX. That way you can watch it in one tab, and talk about it in the forum in another...one stop surfing!

The whole coverage of the Red Bull FIM MXoN powered by Freecaster.tv will be free of charge and available to any internet user with the support of Fox Clothing and Braun shavers.

Watch for the player in the video area, and in the meantime, here's a virtual lap of the track to hold you over until racing starts. Also, be sure to check back for more updates from Italy.

Red Bull MXoN Trailer

Red Bull MXoN "Virtual Lap" Track Video


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Who's in for some freestyle this weekend?

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

10/1/2009 3:30 PM

We'll be heading out to the Fairplex in Pomona this weekend for the 7th Annual World Championship of Freestyle Motocross, and checking out some top-name talent. That's in addition to all the normal fun of the L.A. County Fair, which is also happening at the same time. You can get your fill of sugary and deep-fried treats, watch some freestyle, and then hit some sketchy carnival rides. Sounds like a party to us. Hit the link above for more info.
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In Case You Think It's Quiet...

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

10/1/2009 3:26 PM

Even when it's a little quiet in here, there's always lots of stuff happening in the Press Release section...just sayin'. We try and save the newsy stuff for in here. Check out the link above for more.
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Mariana Balbi First Woman to Race MX1 GP

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

9/14/2009 2:25 PM

Props to Brazilian Mariana Balbi, who became the first woman to qualify for and race in a World Championship Grand Prix round. Tarah Gieger had raced a pair of MXoN events, but had never raced a GP. The last female rider who'd attempted to qualify for a GP was Steffi Bau, who attempted to qualify for an MX2 event in Italy back in '05.

For her attempt, Balbi jumped to the MX1 class at the Honda Grand Prix of Brazil, the bike she's most familiar with (and she regularly competes with men in her native Brazil). After qualifying 28th, she finished 24th and 20th in her two motos.
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Stimilon Motocross Challenge: The Videos

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

9/14/2009 10:53 AM

If you're from the Northeast, you probably already know about the Stimilon, a kooky annual race/fun event/party held semi-annually at Southwick. If you missed this year's edition, here are four videos to get you up to speed. Watch at your own risk.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Want more info on future events? Check out...
www.mastersofmini.com
www.stimilon.com


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MX Sports Awards

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

9/13/2009 11:26 PM

You all know that Chad Reed, Ryan Dungey, and Ashley Fiolek took home Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championships this summer in their respective classes, but do you know who took home the rest of the awards at the banquet in Pittsburgh the night after Steel City? Here goes...

Team Manager of the Year: Roger DeCoster
Doug Henry Award: Ivan Tedesco
Motocross Team of the Year: Warthog Racing Academy
Event of the Year: RedBud
Transport Driver of the Year: Andy Holl (Honda Red Bull Racing)
ATV Rookie of the Year: Thomas Brown
ATV Manufacturers Cup: American Suzuki
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Chad Reed's Thor Championship Bonus

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

9/13/2009 11:02 PM

Check out one of the goodies that Chad Reed got as a bonus from Thor for taking home the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship in the 450 class.

Also check out the car in the foreground. That's no family sedan. We also wonder what color bike Chad will be on next...
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Live Webcast MX GP of Brazil

Vital MX member GuyB
GuyB

9/11/2009 9:05 AM

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