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10/2/2024 2:24pm Edited Date/Time 10/2/2024 2:38pm
burn1986 wrote:

ML already covered all this weeks/ months ago. Nothing new. Everyone knew Craig was going to Star. Why is this even a story now?

Craig was 1 I didnt know about, who's leaving 450 star? Who's going to Husky to fill his spot?

Craigs deal is weirdStar isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 riderNo one will be replacing Craig...

Craigs deal is weird

Star isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 rider


No one will be replacing Craig as the husky/gas gas team is merging

Craig's deal is more about blowing Haiden and Brian than anything else. When Haiden and Brian want to be blown Star makes it happen. 

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Craig was 1 I didnt know about, who's leaving 450 star? Who's going to Husky to fill his spot?

Craigs deal is weirdStar isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 riderNo one will be replacing Craig...

Craigs deal is weird

Star isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 rider


No one will be replacing Craig as the husky/gas gas team is merging

Herr Lich wrote:

Craig's deal is more about blowing Haiden and Brian than anything else. When Haiden and Brian want to be blown Star makes it happen. 

Geez man do you have to infect every thread with your classlessness? 

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Herr Lich
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10/2/2024 2:37pm Edited Date/Time 10/2/2024 2:43pm
Craigs deal is weirdStar isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 riderNo one will be replacing Craig...

Craigs deal is weird

Star isn’t losing any 450 riders and Craig will be on the 250 team, as a 450 rider


No one will be replacing Craig as the husky/gas gas team is merging

Herr Lich wrote:

Craig's deal is more about blowing Haiden and Brian than anything else. When Haiden and Brian want to be blown Star makes it happen. 

GrapeApe wrote:

Geez man do you have to infect every thread with your classlessness? 

It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you think the deal is because of Craig's riding you're deluded.  

From the press release:

"The Californian put ink to paper for a two-year deal to race the YZ450F and help the team with the development of their 250 riders."

From Coker (who is Craig's half-brother by the way - continuing Craig's family connections to the teams he joins): "We also look forward to having him back around the young talent that we have on our team to bring his experience and help us develop those younger riders." 

Classy enough for you?  

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10/2/2024 4:10pm
Herr Lich wrote:

Craig's deal is more about blowing Haiden and Brian than anything else. When Haiden and Brian want to be blown Star makes it happen. 

GrapeApe wrote:

Geez man do you have to infect every thread with your classlessness? 

Herr Lich wrote:
It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you...

It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you think the deal is because of Craig's riding you're deluded.  

From the press release:

"The Californian put ink to paper for a two-year deal to race the YZ450F and help the team with the development of their 250 riders."

From Coker (who is Craig's half-brother by the way - continuing Craig's family connections to the teams he joins): "We also look forward to having him back around the young talent that we have on our team to bring his experience and help us develop those younger riders." 

Classy enough for you?  

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with Yamaha (support rider many years ago + STAR) or his ability to still place well in the 450 class (both indoors and out). Dude had basically 1/2 the muscle in his arm and 70% movement for outdoor and still did well in the grand scheme of things. Agreed that the Deegan's want him around...because he brings value to a team.

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10/2/2024 4:18pm
Herr Lich wrote:

Craig's deal is more about blowing Haiden and Brian than anything else. When Haiden and Brian want to be blown Star makes it happen. 

Do you ever post anything positive ? Or are you just a troll that likes to talk shit and watch people react ? Never understood your type… 

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pops wrote:

We’ll see I guess.

Can you give any details?  Riding and or training yet?  Still working with ryno?  Gear?

 

Pulling for your kid, my daughter has one of his hoodies, and he was my pick to win the east last year, and whatever coast he races this year.

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10/2/2024 4:33pm

When does Towers turn pro? Or has that ship sailed. 

He raced EMX250 in the GPs this year. Not sure if that's considered a pro class or if it's more like Futures and Moto Combine, though.

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When does Towers turn pro? Or has that ship sailed. 

Sully wrote:

He raced EMX250 in the GPs this year. Not sure if that's considered a pro class or if it's more like Futures and Moto Combine, though.

I thought I seen or read possibly Phoenix Honda which would be good for him, I see no reason why he won't go pro if the opportunity is there.

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10/2/2024 5:19pm
GrapeApe wrote:

Geez man do you have to infect every thread with your classlessness? 

Herr Lich wrote:
It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you...

It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you think the deal is because of Craig's riding you're deluded.  

From the press release:

"The Californian put ink to paper for a two-year deal to race the YZ450F and help the team with the development of their 250 riders."

From Coker (who is Craig's half-brother by the way - continuing Craig's family connections to the teams he joins): "We also look forward to having him back around the young talent that we have on our team to bring his experience and help us develop those younger riders." 

Classy enough for you?  

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with...

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with Yamaha (support rider many years ago + STAR) or his ability to still place well in the 450 class (both indoors and out). Dude had basically 1/2 the muscle in his arm and 70% movement for outdoor and still did well in the grand scheme of things. Agreed that the Deegan's want him around...because he brings value to a team.

All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his race results would justify a contract for two years to ride a 450 for Star.  Craig's career has been patchy at best - except for the year he won the 250 regional SX championship.  He was great that year. 

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wicksy85 wrote:
I thought I seen or read possibly Phoenix Honda which would be good for him, I see no reason why he won't go pro if the...

I thought I seen or read possibly Phoenix Honda which would be good for him, I see no reason why he won't go pro if the opportunity is there.

Club has an open spot they’re trying to fill. I believe he’s said he wants to be at A1 next year. 

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10/2/2024 7:11pm
pops wrote:

We’ll see I guess.

Flatliner wrote:
Can you give any details?  Riding and or training yet?  Still working with ryno?  Gear? Pulling for your kid, my daughter has one of his hoodies, and...

Can you give any details?  Riding and or training yet?  Still working with ryno?  Gear?

 

Pulling for your kid, my daughter has one of his hoodies, and he was my pick to win the east last year, and whatever coast he races this year.

Rode his 2-stroke last Wednesday. Felt really good! Probably won’t be with ryno as he will move to Georgia. His gear will be the same as the rest of the team!  Thank you for being a supporter of his!!!

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What’s the cut off date for resumes? 

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Herr Lich wrote:
It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you...

It's been reported that a large part of Craig's deal is to support Haiden with training etc...and that the Deegan's like having him around.  If you think the deal is because of Craig's riding you're deluded.  

From the press release:

"The Californian put ink to paper for a two-year deal to race the YZ450F and help the team with the development of their 250 riders."

From Coker (who is Craig's half-brother by the way - continuing Craig's family connections to the teams he joins): "We also look forward to having him back around the young talent that we have on our team to bring his experience and help us develop those younger riders." 

Classy enough for you?  

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with...

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with Yamaha (support rider many years ago + STAR) or his ability to still place well in the 450 class (both indoors and out). Dude had basically 1/2 the muscle in his arm and 70% movement for outdoor and still did well in the grand scheme of things. Agreed that the Deegan's want him around...because he brings value to a team.

Herr Lich wrote:
All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his...

All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his race results would justify a contract for two years to ride a 450 for Star.  Craig's career has been patchy at best - except for the year he won the 250 regional SX championship.  He was great that year. 

Is it your opinion or has it been reported….

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Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with...

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with Yamaha (support rider many years ago + STAR) or his ability to still place well in the 450 class (both indoors and out). Dude had basically 1/2 the muscle in his arm and 70% movement for outdoor and still did well in the grand scheme of things. Agreed that the Deegan's want him around...because he brings value to a team.

Herr Lich wrote:
All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his...

All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his race results would justify a contract for two years to ride a 450 for Star.  Craig's career has been patchy at best - except for the year he won the 250 regional SX championship.  He was great that year. 

DonM wrote:

Is it your opinion or has it been reported….

The part about the Deegan's wanting Christian involved in their program via being signed to Star has been reported.  The part about this being the deciding factor is my opinion.  

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10/2/2024 10:07pm
pops wrote:
Rode his 2-stroke last Wednesday. Felt really good! Probably won’t be with ryno as he will move to Georgia. His gear will be the same as...

Rode his 2-stroke last Wednesday. Felt really good! Probably won’t be with ryno as he will move to Georgia. His gear will be the same as the rest of the team!  Thank you for being a supporter of his!!!

I appreciate the update, I wish him nothing but success, good health, and for luck to be on his side. I have been anticipating the announcement since this week started.

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Would love to see Ken Roczen to Ducati / Ecstar / Progressive / Pipes Motorsports

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wicksy85 wrote:
I thought I seen or read possibly Phoenix Honda which would be good for him, I see no reason why he won't go pro if the...

I thought I seen or read possibly Phoenix Honda which would be good for him, I see no reason why he won't go pro if the opportunity is there.

aeffertz wrote:

Club has an open spot they’re trying to fill. I believe he’s said he wants to be at A1 next year. 

That would be a good spot for him there, already had base yamaha settings.

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Sponsorhouse still a thing?

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swaenepoel wrote:

Would love to see Ken Roczen to Ducati / Ecstar / Progressive / Pipes Motorsports

ecstar is suzuki's oil brand lol

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10/3/2024 10:00pm
ohh_454 wrote:

Sponsorhouse still a thing?

Not sure I think there done.  Tough economy bro.  I think but maybe I,m wrong . Is the only way your getting sponsorship now is if you do something big.  Like 8-4 on a true 125 at Pasha 50+ 125 pro

At the World Vet . Then knock on some doors and get signed by Ronny at Maxima oil. I think Budd racing would be a good 1 here . I don’t think there is a full sponsored rider .  Product and expense money or better yet a Bonus program.  

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10/14/2024 8:58am

anyone know whats taking so long for things to be announced? Usually in the 1st week of October, its hard to keep up with things as things are getting announced left and right. 
 

Its now 3 weeks into October and the only factory deals announced is Craig and Brown…
 

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10/14/2024 9:11am
ohh_454 wrote:

Sponsorhouse still a thing?

It’s now hookit.com 

10/14/2024 9:19am
pops wrote:

Georgia.

davistld01 wrote:
Getting out of Cali and relocating to Georgia might help Forkner de-stress...but I think he needs to learn how to go fast without hitting the dirt...

Getting out of Cali and relocating to Georgia might help Forkner de-stress...but I think he needs to learn how to go fast without hitting the dirt too. Upside is, the loam in Georgia is less brutal to land on than the cement California calls "dirt".

pops wrote:

We’ll see I guess.

You can't teach speed. He is a grown man, with a strong mind. He will be fine. I'm rooting for him and Max. Give e'm hell!

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10/14/2024 11:05am
Crossup wrote:

Who will be on the Ducati for outdoors?

ML512 wrote:

Not until 2026.

ML, just so you are aware, we have been developing and riding the Ducati 450 since 1971. This unit has been heavily modified, tested, and raced for several decades gone by. Many times we have even finished a moto and typically manage to complete both motos. Although I am looking forward to my first podium....The biggest challenge is post race and reloading the weapon with out use of a crane. Always a risk. 

Some key features of the RT 450 are Desmo Head, LH mounted kickstarter (KR94 will have to adapt), decompression lever, Fiberglass bodywork (Tank, Mud Guards, Side panels), Massive 35 MM front forks with about 6" of travel, Mine has the auto load level feature pre-installed (They leak profusely!). Four way adjustable position rear shocks (adaptive to SX or MX), Akront Mud Catcher rims (Each lap they get fuller and fuller, there by removing all the bumps!). Steering damper, Oversized filler cap and rider seating pad (to accommodate the current pilot's physique).  

If you would like to test it, I might be able to set something up. Will need a signed liability release, notarized. Copy of valid insurance policy. Verification of burial policy as well. 

Gotta go, upgrading the Apple IIE to a new TRS-80 (Radio Shack) this afternoon. Well, once I find a browser that works with it!

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Good week for a neck tattoo 👌

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Do you ever post anything positive ? Or are you just a troll that likes to talk shit and watch people react ? Never understood your...

Do you ever post anything positive ? Or are you just a troll that likes to talk shit and watch people react ? Never understood your type… 

He can baste Jetton's ballsac like a champ.

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Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with...

Never mind his past success on the team (both 250 and 450) and his talents of developing a motorcycle for teams...or his good standing relationship with Yamaha (support rider many years ago + STAR) or his ability to still place well in the 450 class (both indoors and out). Dude had basically 1/2 the muscle in his arm and 70% movement for outdoor and still did well in the grand scheme of things. Agreed that the Deegan's want him around...because he brings value to a team.

Herr Lich wrote:
All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his...

All of your points are somewhat valid, but it is my opinion the deciding factor in his being signed is the Deegans.  I disagree that his race results would justify a contract for two years to ride a 450 for Star.  Craig's career has been patchy at best - except for the year he won the 250 regional SX championship.  He was great that year. 

DonM wrote:

Is it your opinion or has it been reported….

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10/17/2024 7:59pm

Is DeWolf and Coenen coming over for sure?

10/17/2024 10:21pm
CrGuy2T wrote:

Is DeWolf and Coenen coming over for sure?

2026 is the rumors. Not sure anyone knows for sure yet. 

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