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I'm thinking about qualifying to race there this summer and I would either race a Vet class or the 450 class. The Vet classes race on one weekend and the 450 class on the following weekend. I could probably qualify for both but I'm only going to drive there once. It's going to be my first time at Mammoth and I think watching the racing and walking around will be just as fun as being in a race there. For anyone who has gone, is one weekend better to attend then another?
Track is brutal but so much fun. I would go there and get all the practice in you can and get used to the elevation. It does make a difference. Great area surrounding mammoth and there are some condos you can rent for the week with a garage which helps keep your bike safe and working on them is easier.
Have fun man. I just turned 30 so I may have to check out the vet weekend now! lol
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Don't forget to bring your mountain bike to tool around on the trails between races.
Drink plenty of water before going there and don't run high octane fuel at elevation. Took me years to get it but when I finally did man my bike ran so much better.
They are both great times, just different. The Vet weekend is more laid back with an older crowd. The next weekend is like an Amateur National.
If you can hit up the practice days before the event you should do so, as you will need time to dial in your bike and body to the altitude, and bring extra gearing. The first laps of practice when the track is like smooth chocolate cake are the most fun IMO.
Lastly make sure you get in line at the track EARLY, like before the sun comes up, or else you get pitted where you can't see the racing from your pit.
You will also have sandbaggers in your class who drop down to get a Bear, so don't be surprised.
I know Ill get some shit from saying this but the track is to rough by the finals. Its dangerous...I have seen multiple people carted off from landing and coming into the braking bumps to fast after the big table and on the down hill....my buddy knocked himself out cold right in front of me. Im not saying make it a freeway but there are a couple areas that should be looked at as the day goes on.
My feeling when racing there is I am being tortured lol!
If you are lucky your motos are first or second off the gate.
Go with the lean coupler, map, or jets. Definitely maximize your available power - new tires, clutch, top end, etc. Good luck and have fun!
I've raced both regular week and vet and IMO vet weekend is way better, just more laid back.
This is what it looks like if you win your heat, first gate pick!!!
Far an away the best times were from 1998 to 2002 when we put on the Vet weekend but my perspective of then is slightly skewed.
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Announcing the 2014 Monster Energy Mammoth Motocross
Entry will re open for racers on May 27th at 8am for all +30/+40/+50 classes, 12 noon for all mini classes, and 2 pm for all remaining classes.
Don't forget to sign up for your practice too. its listed on the right near your class entry tab.
You will have to be a AMA Member to compete in our events. You can buy a full membership or a one day event pass at the event.
May 27th non RTM qualified riders may register online on a first come basis. Non-qualified riders registering for any class for the Mammoth Motocross final online prior to May 22nd will forfeit all fees and not be entered in to the event.
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Anyone got a Factory KTM I can borrow?
What's the Competition like in O-50?
This O-50 crowd ain't easy. It's kinda like Pimpin'.
I had a big class.... had to run the LCQ on Saturday but made the main from my heat on Sunday. That was still 35 laps of full-tilt racing (7 per race,) plus at least 10 laps of practice. I definitely felt like I got my money's worth!
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