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The last two Can-Am GNCC series events had been postponed due to inclement weather and to say that the series competitors were ready to get back to racing would be an understatement. The Rock Run GNCC held in Patton, Pa. was the site of the first race back and defending champion Josh Strang was on a mission to take over the series points lead.  Josh Strang charging through the rocks in Patton Photo: Shan Moore | GNCC Racing Throughout the grueling three-hour race the lead changed hands multiple times as the competitors battled through rocks, ruts and even some minor bike issues. Strang, Charlie Mullins, and Paul Whibley, all led at some point during the race with Whibley eventually taking the win after Strang suffered some rear brake issues towards the end of the race. "The last two laps the brakes started fading on me, so it was difficult, but Paul rode a good race and it's good to get back in the lead in the standings," said Strang. "I had the lead and then Whibs got me when I pitted. After that I struggled with the brakes. But I felt good and I'm happy with how the bike worked. We did some testing and we got a good set-up for the rocks and the suspension worked great in the rocks."  Rock Run Podium: (L to R) Josh Strang, Paul Whibley, and Charlie Mullins Photo: Shan Moore | GNCC Racing With his solid second place finish, Strang took over the series lead by three points over Mullins. In the XC2 class, team rider Jesse Robinson battled for the lead during the entire three-hour race and narrowly missed taking his second win of the season by less than two seconds. The next round of racing action will be June 25 – 26 for the Snowshoe GNCC in Snowshoe, W.Va. Out west, at the fifth WORCS event of the season in Payette, Idaho, Justin Soule earned his third podium finish of the year with a solid third place ride in Sunday’s race. Soule was running up front in Saturday’s race as well but suffered severe bike problems after a rock punctured his crankcase, resulting in a lengthy pit stop and a 15th place finish. With the first half of the WORCS calendar in the books, Soule sits in fifth place overall and will be looking to make a surge towards to the podium in the coming rounds.  J.R. Schnabel (#33) going for the Springfield TT holeshot Photo: Larry Lawrence Despite taking a few extra days to complete, the AMA Grand National Championship Flat Track race held in Springfield, Ill., featured some exciting racing and a podium appearance by Moose Racing’s own, J.R. Schnabel. After running in second place for much of the race, Schnabel was able to hold on for an impressive third place finish at the Springfield TT. The next GNC race will be held June 11 at the Hartford Half-Mile in Hartford, Mich. Be sure to stay tuned to MooseRacing.com for the latest race updates, gear and accessories. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the most up-to-date news from Moose Racing. | |||
About Moose and Moose Utility Division As the industry leader in motorcycle/ATV parts and accessories, Moose has dedicated itself to providing riders and racers alike with the highest quality and best performing products available. With thousands of items ranging from riding gear, jackets and boots to gaskets, t-handles and fender bags, Moose has you covered. Whether you're trail riding with friends, hunting in the woods or jumping Supercross triples, Moose offers the most comprehensive list of products in the industry to satisfy all your riding needs. About Parts Unlimited Parts Unlimited is the world's largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in the powersports industry and is owned by LeMans Corporation headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin. Parts Unlimited sells to over 12,000 dealerships world wide and continues to expand its market penetration with its sister companies, Parts Canada, Parts Europe and Drag Specialties. Parts Unlimited continues to promote racing through its campaign WE SUPPORT THE SPORT®, helping to drive consumers to dealerships, while entertaining its dealers through hospitalities at the events it sponsors. |
5/31/2011 11:45am
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