No way Dungey doesnt win a few

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tingo 5/11/2022 5:34am
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Aldon has him on a strict diet; he'll be just fine.

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Park Boys 5/11/2022 6:49am
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Sully wrote:
And the year prior (his last outdoor run), he was running Kenny down at Lakewood when he broke his back, and still finished 2nd overall. Quite...
And the year prior (his last outdoor run), he was running Kenny down at Lakewood when he broke his back, and still finished 2nd overall. Quite the decline indeed.
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Ehhh, he wasn’t running Kenny down at Lakewood. He was the clear number 2 in 2016 MX but well ahead of Tomac who was the next...
Ehhh, he wasn’t running Kenny down at Lakewood. He was the clear number 2 in 2016 MX but well ahead of Tomac who was the next best.

Top 10’s for Dungey perhaps some top 5’s later on.
Sully wrote:
Just went and watched the highlights, and you're right. For some reason, I thought the crash was later in the race than it was, and that...
Just went and watched the highlights, and you're right. For some reason, I thought the crash was later in the race than it was, and that he was a lot closer to Kenny than he was. Either way, though, his career was hardly "on a decline" like Renner said.
I agree, if his downfall is 2nds and occasional wins then that’s not much of a downfall.
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Johnny Ringo 5/11/2022 7:00am
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He’s already won…the hearts of vital members everywhere. I hope you guys aren’t wearing sweatpants. Jeeeeeze
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NorCalRedRyder wrote:
Been 5 years. Not doubting him but I think we'll have a better idea after the first 2 rounds.
Yup.

Those thinking that Dungey is coming back & picking it up where he left off?

It -IS- a 'tall order'. I think he's capable; but, I also think there are a coupl'a guys that stayed in it and bumped things up a few notches.

He has proven that he can put his head down and get the job done; however, we're gonna find out if he's still willing to "throw it out there and RISK it"....
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Renner153 5/11/2022 9:06am
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Park Boys wrote:
Ehhh, he wasn’t running Kenny down at Lakewood. He was the clear number 2 in 2016 MX but well ahead of Tomac who was the next...
Ehhh, he wasn’t running Kenny down at Lakewood. He was the clear number 2 in 2016 MX but well ahead of Tomac who was the next best.

Top 10’s for Dungey perhaps some top 5’s later on.
Sully wrote:
Just went and watched the highlights, and you're right. For some reason, I thought the crash was later in the race than it was, and that...
Just went and watched the highlights, and you're right. For some reason, I thought the crash was later in the race than it was, and that he was a lot closer to Kenny than he was. Either way, though, his career was hardly "on a decline" like Renner said.
Park Boys wrote:
I agree, if his downfall is 2nds and occasional wins then that’s not much of a downfall.
To be fair, I only asked, "wasnt he on a decline when he retired?" Because in my opinion when he raced outdoors last, he wasnt as good as the year before. And the last year in SX, he won the title, but went from what, 7 wins the year before to 2? Thats a decline.....
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GateDropGoGo 5/11/2022 10:00am
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Dungey is 5 years younger than just retired Justin Brayton, and he is only 2 years older than just crowned 250W SX Champion Christian Craig.
I hear that Craig guy might "have a future" riding 450's.
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Johnny Ringo 5/11/2022 10:24am
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Dungey is 5 years younger than just retired Justin Brayton, and he is only 2 years older than just crowned 250W SX Champion Christian Craig. I...
Dungey is 5 years younger than just retired Justin Brayton, and he is only 2 years older than just crowned 250W SX Champion Christian Craig.
I hear that Craig guy might "have a future" riding 450's.
Have Brayton and Craig been selling coffee from their couch the last 5 years ? Asking for a friend
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Black Diesel Bomber 5/11/2022 10:28am
5/11/2022 10:28am
None of these guys forget how to ride fast, ever. They just lose the fitness and ability to stay loose during the high intensity motos.

I predict Dungey will get off to a slow start and be very conservative for the first few rounds to shake off the cobwebs, deal with arm pump/nerves, and re-learn how to stay comfortable at race pace. Once he's comfortable, gains confidence, and able to avoid riding tight it's game on. Of anyone, Dungey knows it's a long season and he can use the first few rounds to race himself back into the game, both physically and mentally.

There are a few guys who can beat him with speed, but we all know consistency is where Dungey shines. He'll be a championship contender for sure.

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ButteryWaffles 5/11/2022 11:52am
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Renner153 wrote:
To be fair, I only asked, "wasnt he on a decline when he retired?" Because in my opinion when he raced outdoors last, he wasnt as...
To be fair, I only asked, "wasnt he on a decline when he retired?" Because in my opinion when he raced outdoors last, he wasnt as good as the year before. And the last year in SX, he won the title, but went from what, 7 wins the year before to 2? Thats a decline.....
Then Tomacs on the decline too. I don’t think he goes 4-0, but if he wins I wouldn’t be surprised. If he doesn’t make top 5, I also wouldn’t be surprised.
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nealb129 5/11/2022 1:08pm
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This is gonna be interesting, I will be pulling for him. The two moto format is definitely in his favor, I can see him notching a couple of third place finishes with a 4-6 or something along those lines early in the season, while everyone else is trying to figure out setup or easing into the outdoors. I dont think we see him battling for moto wins. Maybe a couple of overall podiums but no wins.

I will make a bold claim now.. he is top five in points through the 1st 4 rounds. Then I think other guys will be back in the swing of things.. of course more riders could be hurt.. what do I know.
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Carvington Bermsmith III 5/11/2022 1:34pm
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Will he have lost 30 seconds each race compared to glory days Dunge? He’d probably have to lose thirty seconds more on top of that to be off the podium. I’m seeing top 10’s early and podiums following not long after. It could be even better if a couple guys hearts or bodies aren’t in it.…
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Sacko 5/11/2022 1:44pm
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brimx153 wrote:
Marchbanks is out, Bogle is going backwards in SX at the end of race s . Something up with him imo . Savatgy hasn't rode in...
Marchbanks is out, Bogle is going backwards in SX at the end of race s . Something up with him imo . Savatgy hasn't rode in months , coming of an. ACL with new team . Mookie has nt raced outdoor s in year s before dungey retired even . Dean coming off an injury . Plessinger was terrible bar one race then got injured . Roczen ,who the hell knows . There s no reason he can't beat all of them imo
Sacko wrote:
I'd still take most of that linup over dungey. I think you guys are missing the importance of missing 6 years of gate drops here. If...
I'd still take most of that linup over dungey. I think you guys are missing the importance of missing 6 years of gate drops here. If I had to bet, I'd take almost that entire lineup over dungey. At least the first month of the season.
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I'd be shocked if Bogle, Savatgy, Dean are beating him . Marchbanks and Anstie are out . I see him battling Mookie, Pessinger ,Craig . Barica...
I'd be shocked if Bogle, Savatgy, Dean are beating him . Marchbanks and Anstie are out . I see him battling Mookie, Pessinger ,Craig . Barica . Good races he ll be up with Anderson and Sexton
Yes I feel I am reaching a bit with Bogle, and I think Dean since his injury but I do see Mookie and plessinger ahead and Savatgy as well.
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Jeremy A.K. 5/11/2022 1:49pm
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Is anyone lining up for round one with less injuries then Dungey?
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Jeremy A.K. wrote:
Is anyone lining up for round one with less injuries then Dungey?
No but they’re not 5 years without top flight racing, still want RD to win one of these,
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Phantom 661 5/11/2022 1:55pm
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This much we do know. Dungey is competitive. To not place well in a race doesn't sit well with him. Yeah, he's been out of it for several years and most here who are a bit skeptical have valid points to be considered as to how well we can expect RD to perform. Having said that, and understanding that he needs actual seat time racing to acclimate... I still think Ryan can and will podium. He's got a good methodical forward style of racing. I think he can still find his rythem before the season is over. Either way, Im stoked to have him and Antonio racing That's my two cents.
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BAD10 5/11/2022 2:54pm
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drok577 wrote:
If he is racing all 12 theres no way he wont win a couple races, maybe even the championship. Its mosty all the same people he's...
If he is racing all 12 theres no way he wont win a couple races, maybe even the championship. Its mosty all the same people he's beated except for Ferrandis and Sexton
Really? Whistling No way he wins!! Dungey hasn't lined up for a national in 6 years!! Its not that easy. 5-10 would be a reasonable expectation. Wins? No.
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Favorite part about this is we’ll finally get an answer to the age old question, “How would so and so X champion do if he came back?” Always the same set of thoughts about RC, Stew, etc., top 10, top 5, podium, couple crazies saying be lucky to qualify. All questions will soon be answered, can’t wait.
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bowl 5/12/2022 1:03am
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Insept for dylan ferrandis., chase
Guy has regular beaten majority of field already.
Dungey will be on podium more often then not.
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Marc_Honda 5/12/2022 3:00am
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Dungey finishes the championship with more points then any other KTM/Husky/gasgas rider.

I feel like that 5year race gap is too much to be the old Dungey though.
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Black Diesel Bomber wrote:
None of these guys forget how to ride fast, ever. They just lose the fitness and ability to stay loose during the high intensity motos. I...
None of these guys forget how to ride fast, ever. They just lose the fitness and ability to stay loose during the high intensity motos.

I predict Dungey will get off to a slow start and be very conservative for the first few rounds to shake off the cobwebs, deal with arm pump/nerves, and re-learn how to stay comfortable at race pace. Once he's comfortable, gains confidence, and able to avoid riding tight it's game on. Of anyone, Dungey knows it's a long season and he can use the first few rounds to race himself back into the game, both physically and mentally.

There are a few guys who can beat him with speed, but we all know consistency is where Dungey shines. He'll be a championship contender for sure.

Absolutely this…..
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beamer 5/12/2022 8:14am
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This is a great story, and i wish him all the best.

However, he wasnt exactly competitive when he last raced in 2016 as Roczen was beating him soundly until he crashed out. Its going to be different now?
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beamer wrote:
This is a great story, and i wish him all the best. However, he wasnt exactly competitive when he last raced in 2016 as Roczen was...
This is a great story, and i wish him all the best.

However, he wasnt exactly competitive when he last raced in 2016 as Roczen was beating him soundly until he crashed out. Its going to be different now?
Wasn't exactly competitive? He raced 3 races and went 2-1-2 before pulling out with a broken neck.

If that's not competitive, there's a lot of riders that need to put a for sale sign on their bike.
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karsmakers 5/12/2022 9:01am
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Ryan said he want's to compete for wins in his PulpMX interview. I take that as he is all in and believes in himself fully. He also said he is training on a couple of tracks within an hour or so from his house, a sand track and something else. That is a bit of a concern to me. He needs to be out at Pala riding with some top pro's and getting use to the pace and competition on these west coast tracks. Personally, I want him to do well but am not sure this is the path towards being fully prepared. He did say in the interview that he loved the KTM since the first time he rode the new model and feels really good on it. I got the impression that his wife wasen't thrilled with the decision and that may be part of the reason he is training locally so he can come home and see the family every day. God speed Ryan! This comeback is the most exciting thing about the new season








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KurtJ99 wrote:
Dungey has the advantage of not being injured like half the field, a former champion, in shape, been riding. He's tan, rested and ready (only a...
Dungey has the advantage of not being injured like half the field, a former champion, in shape, been riding.

He's tan, rested and ready (only a few old goats will get that reference).
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Im old and didn't get the reference. I want to know!

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BroFoSho 5/12/2022 12:04pm
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Remember, this is the same Vital that said Kris Keefer would easily score points in motos....
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Joey_Bridges 5/12/2022 12:55pm
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Maybe this is the thread that sent Kenny off on his tirade.
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DirtyFilter75 5/12/2022 4:17pm
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Dungey was never a dominant rider he was always consistent. He will struggle then make excuses.
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One thing's for sure and that is nobody will want to get beated by Dungey.
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I love the shakeup this is causing. It is another chapter in what I believe to be the best career ever.

The level of racing was just given a shot in the arm, what top 10 guy is going to allow RD to beat him? Roczen is already pounding his chest and the noise will get louder as we get closer. It's just what this summer series needed.

I hope Brayton checks in for a couple rounds, maybe Alessi -- who knows.

I'll hit an extra 2 rounds now that I now RD is racing. Not to mention AC...this is a dream deal and good for the sport.

I am not a fan of the California tracks but I will be at CO/Red Bud and Millville for sure and if I can swing it Washougal. Maybe that fat boy Arvee will be at Washougal. HAHA...

This is awesome.
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Hondafan 5/12/2022 7:21pm
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DirtyFilter75 wrote:
Dungey was never a dominant rider he was always consistent. He will struggle then make excuses.
He also never had 5 years off to get totally healthy and fit before too. If he couldn't turn fast laps still I don't think he'd be doing it. He's a smart guy. He might do a McGrath last season thing, but if he trains hard and burns everyone I think he'll rethink that.
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