Straight Rhythm, I dont think it can work.

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bvm111 10/2/2014 10:02am
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wow... people will really complain about anything.... anything.

How can this not be a totally bad ass event?

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peelout 10/2/2014 10:06am
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i'll watch the shit out of it on tv bro
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cz2crf2wc wrote:
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to...
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to see them twice.
Yes! A 180 bowl turn is needed!
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cz2crf2wc wrote:
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to...
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to see them twice.
Bike Rat wrote:
Yes! A 180 bowl turn is needed!
At each end. Then add some 90 degree corners and up/down hills.

Now we'd just have to dream up a name for it……..

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cz2crf2wc wrote:
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to...
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to see them twice.
Bike Rat wrote:
Yes! A 180 bowl turn is needed!
Spartacus wrote:
At each end. Then add some 90 degree corners and up/down hills.

Now we'd just have to dream up a name for it……..
Yea no shit. What part of Straight don't these guys get?
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rrdecals 10/2/2014 11:20am
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I heard rumor the real plan someday is to run it down the vegas strip.
eightbitmotocrosser 10/2/2014 11:30am
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TransMotoSport wrote:
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load...
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load of fun.
But what about spectators. You either see the start, the finish, or a part of the mid section, is that so exciting? I heard there is a plan to take straight rhythm to drags strips, Can it work? I dont think so, personally I cant see how this can be anymore than a cool once a year exhibit. Thoughts?
I agree. Events like this and the MEC with things like the Joker Lane and so on are only good as one-off or once a year events.
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christianb 10/2/2014 11:30am
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If they had a big screen like at the sx races it wouldn't be so bad. So if your spectating toward the end of the rhythm you could just watch the TV until they get within range to see in person.
eightbitmotocrosser 10/2/2014 11:31am
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Bike Rat wrote:
Yes! A 180 bowl turn is needed!
Spartacus wrote:
At each end. Then add some 90 degree corners and up/down hills.

Now we'd just have to dream up a name for it……..
Cygnus wrote:
Yea no shit. What part of Straight don't these guys get?
It's the same guys that were complaining about the Monster Girls if that helps any.
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peelout 10/2/2014 11:33am
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christianb wrote:
If they had a big screen like at the sx races it wouldn't be so bad. So if your spectating toward the end of the rhythm...
If they had a big screen like at the sx races it wouldn't be so bad. So if your spectating toward the end of the rhythm you could just watch the TV until they get within range to see in person.
this being RedBull, i think you will have plenty of ways to view the racing no matter where you are on the course. they do not go cheap on the details. Big Screens will likely be spread out along it, but we will have to see Saturday
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MP818 10/2/2014 11:51am
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Regardless, Red Bull is trying to help grow the sport that we love, so if it isn't "perfect" don't fucking complain. It will be better next time.
Riesenberg448 10/2/2014 11:54am
10/2/2014 11:54am
It is my opinion that those who go in person will be treated to an amazing atmosphere and show, but I don't think it really matters.

Who is more important, the 10, 20, or even 70,000 people who may pack a site to see it live or the hundreds of thousands that view it on TV? The X Games does just fine and from my experience the event is less than spectacular live, but presents great on TV and allows athletes to get the coverage they need to bring in more dollars and more sponsors.

I don't think it'll be an every weekend tour, but I do think you will see it continue and have a handful of events every season. The money, exposure, and treatment will be good enough to get many top riders to want to do it as well.
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Gringoe 10/2/2014 12:30pm
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Gringoe wrote:
Straight rhythm and red bull have the capability to grow motocross and super cross exponentially..
Robgvx wrote:
Like freestyle did?
Don't be a smartass, I'm dead serious. It can be dropped in any city in the country, NYC ATL Los Angeles you name it, it could theoretically be placed anywhere, which is something we've never been able to do with Moto (sx is different story, it's in a stadium)'

If red bull utilizes all their potential marketing and connections to make this deal really take off... up the payout from 100 to 500k..Could be huge.

Do not thing of this side show as a negative thing, it could be THE TICKET to making mx and sx bigger in the USA, and it's still your racing heroes, not freestylers.
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MP818 wrote:
Regardless, Red Bull is trying to help grow the sport that we love, so if it isn't "perfect" don't fucking complain. It will be better next...
Regardless, Red Bull is trying to help grow the sport that we love, so if it isn't "perfect" don't fucking complain. It will be better next time.
Red Bull is only trying to help grown their profits...they don't give a shit about this sport....if it doesn't make them a certain percentage...they will drop it.
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cz2crf2wc 10/2/2014 12:41pm
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cz2crf2wc wrote:
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to...
I think they should go down the section turn around and come back so the start would also be the finish. This way you get to see them twice.
Bike Rat wrote:
Yes! A 180 bowl turn is needed!
Spartacus wrote:
At each end. Then add some 90 degree corners and up/down hills.

Now we'd just have to dream up a name for it……..
Haha that's funny
brocky2727 10/2/2014 12:57pm
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Don't get too close. You might have an RMZ450 flying your way.
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Azcrf331 10/2/2014 1:00pm
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Red Bull rocks they give us shit like Rampage 2014-I would love to see this live.

So what Red Bull wants to make a buck-its what anyone in business wants to do. It seems very clear that Red Bull lives and breathes action type sports and their business plan is working.

Monster needs to do more innovative stuff like Rampage-Straight Rhythm, although Monster chicks are the best.
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TeamGreen 10/2/2014 1:09pm
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Straight Rhythm works.

Go watch Stewart Copeland in an old Police video.

Pffffft

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jstein639 10/2/2014 1:15pm
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If you have bleachers up high you can probably see the whole track.
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Dx3moto 10/2/2014 1:33pm
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The start is going to be at the end of the regular drag strip. The finish will be where the start is in drag racing, so riders will be racing to the crowd and the crowd will be at the finish.
TransMotoSport 10/2/2014 2:02pm
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TransMotoSport wrote:
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load...
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load of fun.
But what about spectators. You either see the start, the finish, or a part of the mid section, is that so exciting? I heard there is a plan to take straight rhythm to drags strips, Can it work? I dont think so, personally I cant see how this can be anymore than a cool once a year exhibit. Thoughts?
Spartacus wrote:
There is a new invention in the works called "television". It's on the Redbull channel on Apple TV. Sat. Don't have it? Spend $99 and you...
There is a new invention in the works called "television". It's on the Redbull channel on Apple TV. Sat.

Don't have it? Spend $99 and you will. [if you have WiFi in your home]
Hmm, you maybe be better of spending your bucks on reading tuition rather than "WiFi" Your point has zero to do with my post, it is just a slander.
TransMotoSport 10/2/2014 2:17pm
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rrdecals wrote:
I heard rumor the real plan someday is to run it down the vegas strip.
If this was possible, it would be an amazing showcase for the sport of MX. I just think the logistics are to difficult to do it. 800m strip of straight road with maybe 10,000 cubic meters of dirt moved in and then out, spectator safety, closing roads from 3 to 5 days. having local businesses and authorities approve. That a massively tall order
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TeamGreen 10/2/2014 2:25pm
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rrdecals wrote:
I heard rumor the real plan someday is to run it down the vegas strip.
TransMotoSport wrote:
If this was possible, it would be an amazing showcase for the sport of MX. I just think the logistics are to difficult to do it...
If this was possible, it would be an amazing showcase for the sport of MX. I just think the logistics are to difficult to do it. 800m strip of straight road with maybe 10,000 cubic meters of dirt moved in and then out, spectator safety, closing roads from 3 to 5 days. having local businesses and authorities approve. That a massively tall order
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One side of the strip, only.
Downtown Vegas would be even easier (the old strip).
Could do it at Mandalay, too.
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yzaddict106 10/2/2014 2:30pm
10/2/2014 2:30pm Edited Date/Time 10/2/2014 2:30pm
I dont understand where the confusion is coming from. You said it right in your post, it's gonna be at a drag strip. What are drag strips used for when they're not used for a 30-45 second motocross straight rhythm? They're used for 6 second drag races Plenty of fans turn out to watch this, why would people be more disgruntled about an event of the same length that lasts way longer??

**Edit** AND has jumps
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Spartacus 10/2/2014 2:33pm
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TransMotoSport wrote:
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load...
Watching straight rhythm on video format is awesome. Also the thought of riding an 800m rhythm section in a bracket race seems like a shite load of fun.
But what about spectators. You either see the start, the finish, or a part of the mid section, is that so exciting? I heard there is a plan to take straight rhythm to drags strips, Can it work? I dont think so, personally I cant see how this can be anymore than a cool once a year exhibit. Thoughts?
Spartacus wrote:
There is a new invention in the works called "television". It's on the Redbull channel on Apple TV. Sat. Don't have it? Spend $99 and you...
There is a new invention in the works called "television". It's on the Redbull channel on Apple TV. Sat.

Don't have it? Spend $99 and you will. [if you have WiFi in your home]
TransMotoSport wrote:
Hmm, you maybe be better of spending your bucks on reading tuition rather than "WiFi" Your point has zero to do with my post, it is...
Hmm, you maybe be better of spending your bucks on reading tuition rather than "WiFi" Your point has zero to do with my post, it is just a slander.
Sorry you made yourself look like stupid twice now.
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Manbearpig 10/2/2014 2:34pm
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Does anybody remember the Fast cross series in Europe that Larry Ward used to dominate? I thought that was the coolest one off event ever and I'm sure that the Straight Rhythm will have a similar feel. I cant wait!
TransMotoSport 10/2/2014 3:21pm
10/2/2014 3:21pm Edited Date/Time 10/2/2014 3:23pm
yzaddict106 wrote:
I dont understand where the confusion is coming from. You said it right in your post, it's gonna be at a drag strip. What are drag...
I dont understand where the confusion is coming from. You said it right in your post, it's gonna be at a drag strip. What are drag strips used for when they're not used for a 30-45 second motocross straight rhythm? They're used for 6 second drag races Plenty of fans turn out to watch this, why would people be more disgruntled about an event of the same length that lasts way longer??

**Edit** AND has jumps
You could be right, I am not saying my point is absolute, thats why I asked for opinions. I guess I would never have a desire to make an effort to go to a drag race, so I relate to it different. However, I can't wait to see straight rhythm this weekend in video format
I really hope it can be made into a successful series.
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ruskymx 10/2/2014 3:40pm
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brocky2727 wrote:
Don't get too close. You might have an RMZ450 flying your way.
With a 500cc 2-smoker crammed in it...

TP199 is going to be there. How can it not be entertaining and exciting? He's going to jump something huge.....may not be faster but it will be bigger!
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g0rd057 10/2/2014 5:46pm
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Will be exciting to see how many riders can keep their concentration over those endless whoops long enough to reach the end in one piece. Terminal speed will probably be much faster than a normal SX race. Mis-cues and get offs could be pretty huge at those speeds. I hope everyone stays healthy so as not to miss MEC and A1.
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C.Worthy 10/2/2014 8:28pm
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I'll be there Saturday. Can't wait. There should be some good racing!

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