Monster Mountain owner interview...

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Did you see his interview in MXA's midweek report?
They asked him if would run a National if it was available. He said yes, but wasn't sure he would make any money.

Interesting answer?

http://motocrossactionmag.com/more-stuff/mid-week-report/pro-taper-pres…
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kzizok 12/28/2016 6:56pm
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I would imagine the first year start up costs would be significant and would take a while to recoup. A muti year commitment from DC et. al, would be paramount.
Sir Roostsalot 12/28/2016 6:59pm
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I think if Monster Mountain held a National MX round the pilgrimage to attend would be, dare I say, "epic". Probably along the lines of Woodstock.
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mxbrady551 12/28/2016 7:01pm
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Monster Mountain looks sweet and is on my bucket list of must do races.
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hvaughn88 12/28/2016 7:02pm
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I don't ever go on MXA's website, but I went over there and read that. Was that the entire interview or just part of it?

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Indy mxer 12/28/2016 7:02pm
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It's a great place for sure. But I don't think they have the infrastructure and enough room for pits and parking.
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Moto810 12/28/2016 7:29pm
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I have heard good things about that track and the owner. He takes pride in what he purchased and it shows!
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wwoberg 12/28/2016 7:32pm
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There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways.

BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a year.
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Steve 396 12/28/2016 8:07pm
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For me, monster would be great to hold a national at. Montgomery isn't that far away. It has room for just as many factory rigs as muddy creek in my opinion. Although I haven't been in over a year i guarantee Tom would recognize me, remember my name and ask how myself and Travis have been. He is pure moto, a fantastic track owner, track pepper and lastly an Air Force Retired Vet (which don't count to some of you). I have never met a more deserving track owner for a national.

If you haven't been, go just once and then decide. I suspect you will agree.

Steve
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Bodieg3 12/28/2016 8:26pm
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wwoberg wrote:
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways. BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a...
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways.

BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a year.
One way in and out ? Are you talking about the gravel driveway to the track ? Last I checked you can turn right or left at end of gravel n get out of there .
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kzizok 12/28/2016 8:31pm
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Need 2 thresholds. Helps reduce the funnling affect of one pinch point.
hamburglar13 12/29/2016 1:40am
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I try to get to Monster Mountain about five times a year. When I've talked to the owner about a possible national he said the AMA required more infrastructure than they had and wanted them to sign a multi year deal. He didn't know if getting the national plus putting all the time and money into improving parking and whatnot would be profitable. I'm only 1.5 hours from Muddy Creek and I think that national should go to Monster.
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wwoberg 12/29/2016 2:31am
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wwoberg wrote:
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways. BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a...
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways.

BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a year.
Bodieg3 wrote:
One way in and out ? Are you talking about the gravel driveway to the track ? Last I checked you can turn right or left...
One way in and out ? Are you talking about the gravel driveway to the track ? Last I checked you can turn right or left at end of gravel n get out of there .
Yes. The riders, mechanics, etc need a different entrance into the facility, or else they will get stuck in line with the rest of us. At least that is what my understanding was.
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Crush 12/29/2016 2:53am
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I still think it's weird the guy who runs/owns the biggest national at the best track on the best weekend of the year is in money troubles.
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twnorton 12/29/2016 4:59am
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who would lose a national if monster mountain picks up one?
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ehr400 12/29/2016 5:20am
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Been to monster dozens of times and must say it would be a great place for a national. The place has tons of space for parking etc. Some things would need to change with the enterance etc. But I have talked with Tom about this like others have and he said the same thing, they want multiple year deal (understandable) and alot of infrastructure improvements. The elevation changes there could be epic for the pro guys. Plus the track has great viewing spots on 90% of the track.

Now this is my opinion only but I feel if MX sports wants multi year deals from tracks, which is fine, I think they should help with some of the improvements to make the place up to their infrastructure requirements. Invest a bit in where you are promoting right, espicially with a multi year contract? I think it would show good faith between the 2 parties and also lessen the burden of a track owner that doesnt have deep pockets to pay for the investment all on his own. Espcicially for tracks that havent been on the circuit for 20+ years. Flame on.
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IWreckALot 12/29/2016 5:54am
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Can someone explain to me what the investment costs are for a national?
theinternetkid 12/29/2016 5:57am
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Crush wrote:
I still think it's weird the guy who runs/owns the biggest national at the best track on the best weekend of the year is in money...
I still think it's weird the guy who runs/owns the biggest national at the best track on the best weekend of the year is in money troubles.
I think you have Red Bud and Budds Creek mixed up.
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Bodieg3 12/29/2016 6:40am
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wwoberg wrote:
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways. BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a...
There is only one way in and out. For a national you need to have 2 ways.

BTW. I love Monster. Go there 2 weekends a year.
Bodieg3 wrote:
One way in and out ? Are you talking about the gravel driveway to the track ? Last I checked you can turn right or left...
One way in and out ? Are you talking about the gravel driveway to the track ? Last I checked you can turn right or left at end of gravel n get out of there .
wwoberg wrote:
Yes. The riders, mechanics, etc need a different entrance into the facility, or else they will get stuck in line with the rest of us. At...
Yes. The riders, mechanics, etc need a different entrance into the facility, or else they will get stuck in line with the rest of us. At least that is what my understanding was.
Isn't it high point that only has one small two lane road to get to track ? They held a national there for years .

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Bodieg3 wrote:
Isn't it high point that only has one small two lane road to get to track ? They held a national there for years .
The most direct route from I-79 to the track is a narrow winding 2 lane road however there are 2 other routes to the highway that area longer drive but on better roads so the driving is faster. There are also 3 or 4 (or more) entrance/exits from the main track area with additional parking across the street.
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MELTON139 12/29/2016 7:16am
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Steve 396 wrote:
For me, monster would be great to hold a national at. Montgomery isn't that far away. It has room for just as many factory rigs as...
For me, monster would be great to hold a national at. Montgomery isn't that far away. It has room for just as many factory rigs as muddy creek in my opinion. Although I haven't been in over a year i guarantee Tom would recognize me, remember my name and ask how myself and Travis have been. He is pure moto, a fantastic track owner, track pepper and lastly an Air Force Retired Vet (which don't count to some of you). I have never met a more deserving track owner for a national.

If you haven't been, go just once and then decide. I suspect you will agree.

Steve
Yup Tom is the best track owner I have ever met. Super nice guy, always checking with the riders asking how they're doing and what they think about the track. Every sat morning he has the track worked and ready like they're about to host a qualifier that day. If you have never been there I suggest getting there extra early and being one of the first bike on the track, you wont believe how much fun it is to ride that track when it is fresh. Then as the day goes on the corners start forming some awesome ruts and all the jump faces stay perfect! Fun track, safe jumps, high speed sections, perfect dirt, and awesome elevation. As far as a national is concerned I guarantee this place would have the highest attendance given many training facilities there are in the south, and all the fans from Florida that don't want to drive all the way to Tennessee for Muddy Creek.

By the way Steve, I hope you and Travis are doing well!

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