Answer Racing in Trouble?

Answerracingrep2020 6/30/2020 2:17pm
6/30/2020 2:17pm
We have moved our operation from California to Texas. Operations for marketing, riders support, and product development are back underway at the Tucker headquarters. Striving to improve in all aspects of the Answer Racing experience is at the top of the brands priorities. Answer Racing is very proud of what was developed for the 2021 line. Look for the Professional and Amateur teams to debut the new products later this summer. If you have any questions please email info@answerracing.com
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Answer Racing
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Answerracingrep2020 wrote:
We have moved our operation from California to Texas. Operations for marketing, riders support, and product development are back underway at the Tucker headquarters. Striving to...
We have moved our operation from California to Texas. Operations for marketing, riders support, and product development are back underway at the Tucker headquarters. Striving to improve in all aspects of the Answer Racing experience is at the top of the brands priorities. Answer Racing is very proud of what was developed for the 2021 line. Look for the Professional and Amateur teams to debut the new products later this summer. If you have any questions please email info@answerracing.com
Thanks,
Answer Racing
Right on 👍

Answer has a long history in moto, good luck!
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GforceCoatings 6/30/2020 4:39pm
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Great news. We already lost JT, AXO, SINISALO, DG, etc from the formative years of our sport. Hope Answer can keep going.
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Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
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quadzrulebro 6/30/2020 5:05pm
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Is Answer still owned by Tucker Rocky? If so, I think things have been a bit unstable over there for quite a while now.
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
Your answer is a couple of posts above yours....
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Answer was one of my first sponsors in about 1982. Garne boots (they may have been their first importers) and Silkolene oil. I used to get 3 or 4 of their chromoly bars at a time because they would bend every time they touched the ground. I often would drive by their office when I’d go to Indian Dunes. Sad news indeed.
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Motoxdoc wrote:
Answer was one of my first sponsors in about 1982. Garne boots (they may have been their first importers) and Silkolene oil. I used to get...
Answer was one of my first sponsors in about 1982. Garne boots (they may have been their first importers) and Silkolene oil. I used to get 3 or 4 of their chromoly bars at a time because they would bend every time they touched the ground. I often would drive by their office when I’d go to Indian Dunes. Sad news indeed.
I’m pretty sure, the first importers of Gaerne were Slater Bros.
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Bummer
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
brocster wrote:
Your answer is a couple of posts above yours....
I saw that actually, thanks Broc.

I never said they were failing, just stagnating...or possibly declining a little bit.

It’s obvious Answer is not doing as well as the other gear brands, is it not?
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If you're really interested in these companies making a resurgence then Stop posting this garbage online. Do you think your post helps your cause?
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
brocster wrote:
Your answer is a couple of posts above yours....
MotofactioN wrote:
I saw that actually, thanks Broc. I never said they were failing, just stagnating...or possibly declining a little bit. It’s obvious Answer is not doing as...
I saw that actually, thanks Broc.

I never said they were failing, just stagnating...or possibly declining a little bit.

It’s obvious Answer is not doing as well as the other gear brands, is it not?
Was mostly replying to your last sentence with my response

And to answer your last question. Agreed, but as are several others. Tough market for sure...
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quadzrulebro wrote:
Is Answer still owned by Tucker Rocky? If so, I think things have been a bit unstable over there for quite a while now.
Yes. However Tucker-Rocky is now called Tucker. They did a rebranding/fresh start after the bankruptcy deal a few years back.
motoxxx599 6/30/2020 9:01pm
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
Matthes said during their SX wrap-up show that has it that JGR has a title sponsor and a new motorcycle brand already locked in for next year.
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ML512 wrote:
Answer will likely sell gear through 2021 but will cease after that. They didn’t renew RV or Nick Wey. As far as I’ve heard, they may...
Answer will likely sell gear through 2021 but will cease after that. They didn’t renew RV or Nick Wey. As far as I’ve heard, they may not have any riders next year.
I appreciate your up front reporting of your knowledge of what's going on in the industry.

Please do not stop.
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
motoxxx599 wrote:
Matthes said during their SX wrap-up show that has it that JGR has a title sponsor and a new motorcycle brand already locked in for next...
Matthes said during their SX wrap-up show that has it that JGR has a title sponsor and a new motorcycle brand already locked in for next year.
Kinda bad we will see less Suzuki’s. Hopefully they go with Kawasaki
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ML512 wrote:
Answer will likely sell gear through 2021 but will cease after that. They didn’t renew RV or Nick Wey. As far as I’ve heard, they may...
Answer will likely sell gear through 2021 but will cease after that. They didn’t renew RV or Nick Wey. As far as I’ve heard, they may not have any riders next year.
teggers wrote:
I appreciate your up front reporting of your knowledge of what's going on in the industry.

Please do not stop.
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
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Schwanz22 wrote:
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much...
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
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Schwanz22 wrote:
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much...
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
Brent wrote:
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please. otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows...
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
Did you completely miss the post by Answer? They are moving to Texas and have a full new line debuting later this year along with pro and am riders. They arent going anywhere
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Schwanz22 wrote:
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much...
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
Brent wrote:
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please. otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows...
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the Races!!
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Schwanz22 wrote:
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much...
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
Brent wrote:
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please. otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows...
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
Schwanz22 wrote:
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the...
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the Races!!
ML512=Michael Lindsay. He’s kinda connected.
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Schwanz22 7/1/2020 4:11pm
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Brent wrote:
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please. otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows...
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
Schwanz22 wrote:
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the...
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the Races!!
Spooner wrote:
ML512=Michael Lindsay. He’s kinda connected.
That’s hilarious, I’m familiar with him. My info is def more accurate 😂
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Schwanz22 wrote:
That’s hilarious, I’m familiar with him. My info is def more accurate 😂
For your sake I hope you're right.
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Schwanz22 wrote:
That’s hilarious, I’m familiar with him. My info is def more accurate 😂
So there will be pro teams wearing answer next year?
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Schwanz22 7/1/2020 4:43pm
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That’s hilarious, I’m familiar with him. My info is def more accurate 😂
aeffertz wrote:
So there will be pro teams wearing answer next year?
Of course! I’m actually looking to expand that and are in talks with other athletes and teams. Good things in the works 🤙🏻
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Schwanz22 wrote:
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much...
Everything in ML512's statement was false lol. If people don't know what is going on they should not speculate or start rumors. There is as much truth to his statement as saying "McGrath is coming back full time in 2021" haha.
Brent wrote:
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please. otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows...
...if you have some more specific inside information, then spill it please.

otherwise, i'll trust the word of the kid, he more often than not knows what's going on.

If you call someone reputable out for alleged false info, then be prepared to support it with some facts...
Schwanz22 wrote:
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the...
Considering I work for them and I’ve never heard of the kid your referencing, I’m pretty sure I know better than him. See you at the Races!!
Not throwing any hate but if you work for them I hope you have your resume sharp. I am a former employee of The MAG Group that Tucker. I can tell you for a fact that they have lost a lot of great people and brands over the last 3 to 4 years. Good luck because I am truly hoping you guys do well. There was a time not long ago that the MAG Group and all of it's associated companies like Tucker and Answer were set up perfectly to be the dominant force in the industry but those days are long gone.

The stories I could tell...…………..
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HackMan162 7/1/2020 5:17pm
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I'll vouch for Schwanz22. He knows whats up. I'm looking forward to the '21 kits.
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Indian_Dunes_4ever 7/1/2020 5:19pm
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Answerracingrep2020 wrote:
We have moved our operation from California to Texas. Operations for marketing, riders support, and product development are back underway at the Tucker headquarters. Striving to...
We have moved our operation from California to Texas. Operations for marketing, riders support, and product development are back underway at the Tucker headquarters. Striving to improve in all aspects of the Answer Racing experience is at the top of the brands priorities. Answer Racing is very proud of what was developed for the 2021 line. Look for the Professional and Amateur teams to debut the new products later this summer. If you have any questions please email info@answerracing.com
Thanks,
Answer Racing
Gee.... I can't imagine why you guys moved to Texas. Wink

Good to hear you are looking forward.
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I’ve heard shift is not doing great. Someone told me they may shut down. I’ve also heard shift may go back to sharing a building with fox. not sure if any of that is true anyone else here anything about Shift not doing great
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MotofactioN wrote:
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well. I wonder how...
Ironic that Suzuki and JGR are dying in motocross, and of course the gear brand that sponsors them is having issues as well.

I wonder how much that plays into it. Unsure
motoxxx599 wrote:
Matthes said during their SX wrap-up show that has it that JGR has a title sponsor and a new motorcycle brand already locked in for next...
Matthes said during their SX wrap-up show that has it that JGR has a title sponsor and a new motorcycle brand already locked in for next year.
...and during this weeks pulp show he said they might still be with Suzuki

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