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jmech
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10/29/2010 4:48pm

Wow. Cant believe they chose Freise over Albee.

Best of luck Jimmy!
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10/29/2010 5:51pm
Jimmys a cool dude, hope he gets a deal soon...

...preferably back here in Europe Wink I'd love to see him racing GP's and the British Championship - Jimmy give CAS Honda or Rinaldi Yamaha a call!!!!
Gio
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10/29/2010 6:00pm
jamma10 wrote:
Jimmys a cool dude, hope he gets a deal soon... ...preferably back here in Europe ;) I'd love to see him racing GP's and the British...
Jimmys a cool dude, hope he gets a deal soon...

...preferably back here in Europe Wink I'd love to see him racing GP's and the British Championship - Jimmy give CAS Honda or Rinaldi Yamaha a call!!!!

Will there even be a CAS Honda team in 2011? I haven't read anything about their roster for 2011 and both their riders in 2010 have signed with other teams...
Albee702
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10/30/2010 9:48am
There was no bad mouthing going on. I did not mention any names. I met mike for the first time and he was a very nice guy a long with the whole team! I'm not an idiot. I know how this sport works. Vince is also a Missouri boy just like me and a nice guy! I wish him and the whole motoconcepts team the best of luck next year. Yes, I was really upset when I heard the news that I didn't get the spot but Life's too short to hold grudges.

Jimmy Albertson

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DL
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10/30/2010 10:00am
DL wrote:
That sucks for Jimmy..... politics suck. Hope DV gets to do his job!
mccread wrote:
That doesn't sound good... hope he can get a good ride.
Yeah I just saw this tweet from Albee. @Albee702 I love tryouts when the faster rider doesn't get the job... Don't waste my time! Matthes replied...
Yeah I just saw this tweet from Albee.

@Albee702
I love tryouts when the faster rider doesn't get the job... Don't waste my time!

Matthes replied to Albees tweet with.
From pulpmx

@Albee702 Hrd that yesterday, as u know speed doesn't mean everything in this sport. Hey, it could be nascar or indycar I was pushing for u!

I'm not sure what Genova sees in Friese that nobody else sees but it was obvious to me in the pulpmx podcast with him that he really thought Friese would shine on the 450. Maybe Genova is just a loyal guy that has really taken a liking to Friese personally and wants to give him a good shot. It's Genovas money so he can spend it on who he wants I guess. Personally I don't see Friese ever being a factor in a 450 main event unless you consider taking someone out a factor.. Heck to be totally honest I'm not sure he'll make many main events.
That's hitting the nail on the head! Jimmy has it all in the right perspective........ close the book and move on. He'll find something.
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10/30/2010 11:14am
Tryout for Motoconcepts was not even necessary. Genova already had his mind made up to hire Friese, but allowed Vuillemin to look at Jimmy. Jimmy was...
Tryout for Motoconcepts was not even necessary. Genova already had his mind made up to hire Friese, but allowed Vuillemin to look at Jimmy. Jimmy was within tenths of Chisolm and a couple tenths faster than Hahn after not being on a SX track for over a year and half. Friese was a couple seconds{not tenths} back. Their Yamahas were very good.
I feel for Vuillemin-hired to do a job, but not given the authority to hire the best person for the job.
Hopefully Jimmy will get on a Valli Yamaha, and show Genova to let DV pick the riders for the job he was hired to do.
All I can say is let the people you hired do their job!! Motoconcepts and Valli take note!!!!
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10/30/2010 11:48am
Yeah I just saw this tweet from Albee. @Albee702 I love tryouts when the faster rider doesn't get the job... Don't waste my time! Matthes replied...
Yeah I just saw this tweet from Albee.

@Albee702
I love tryouts when the faster rider doesn't get the job... Don't waste my time!

Matthes replied to Albees tweet with.
From pulpmx

@Albee702 Hrd that yesterday, as u know speed doesn't mean everything in this sport. Hey, it could be nascar or indycar I was pushing for u!

I'm not sure what Genova sees in Friese that nobody else sees but it was obvious to me in the pulpmx podcast with him that he really thought Friese would shine on the 450. Maybe Genova is just a loyal guy that has really taken a liking to Friese personally and wants to give him a good shot. It's Genovas money so he can spend it on who he wants I guess. Personally I don't see Friese ever being a factor in a 450 main event unless you consider taking someone out a factor.. Heck to be totally honest I'm not sure he'll make many main events.
Matthes wrote:
I def think Jimmy is the better rider but as you said, it's his team and his money. He can hire who he wants. Who doesn't...
I def think Jimmy is the better rider but as you said, it's his team and his money. He can hire who he wants. Who doesn't think I would hire JT, Jason Frenette and Ferry on my team if I was a dude who had enough money to start a team?

Maybe Vince ends up being a bunch better on a 450 than on a 250f? I don't know, it could happen. Loyalty in the sport is also cool to see because there isn't much of it going around.
Matthes I 100% agree w/you and that's why I brought up the level of loyalty Genova is displaying by going out on a limb w/the...
Matthes I 100% agree w/you and that's why I brought up the level of loyalty Genova is displaying by going out on a limb w/the , for the time being, slower Friese. I can't say that if I had a personal relationship that had developed over time w/ a rider like Friese that I wouldn't do the same thing. Like you said it's refreshing to see.

But at the same time , like Albee said, why even waste Albees time if you're already knowing you're hiring Friese. And if what I heard , that Friese was 2 sec a lap off Albee is true, it quite obvious that Genova had no intentions , other than to humor DV and maybe even Matthes, in hiring anyone other than Friese.


That all being said was it really a waste of time for Albee? I'm sure a few other teams with possible spots open I'm sure heard that Albee was barely off Kyle's time and slightly faster than T. Hahns time and because of that Albee could end up somewhere because of that ,as he put it waste of time , tryout.



I think Albee needs to refrain from bad mouthing Motoconcepts on twitter and think of the tryout in a optimistic view that maybe some other team took notice.
Some really great points you touched on Dan Dunes! I for one certainly appreciate loyalty and relationships. That is just one the very tough decisions for any business owner regardless of the business. There are some great a"positives" that came from the "tryout". Being able to ride the very well prepared "new" Yamaha, and to know after a year and half away from a Supercross track, that within a few minutes of track time, he was already turning strong lap times.
As MX66 wrench mentioned, Jimmy felt right at home with DV, Genova, Eddie and some other members of the staff. The bike, the team, everything felt like a great fit. The twitter comments pertain more to the disappointment of conversations that lead Jimmy to believe he would be riding for MotoConcepts and he was very excited about the opportunity.
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10/30/2010 12:38pm
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?


damn, that chick is hot!.....lmao
10/30/2010 1:06pm
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?


mxpitt23 wrote:
damn, that chick is hot!.....lmao
I'd hit it...Woohoo

Vince needs to make sure he doesn't go the JLaw route w/life because he would for sure be the most popular guy in jail.

Oh and BTW Vince (I'm sure he's checked this thread out) don't take us morons to serious. None of us know you on a personal level and every last one of us wishes we were fast enough to even be considered for a team of any kind. Shit I'd settle for a 15% off retail ride at this point.
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10/30/2010 1:18pm
I'd hit it...:woohoo: Vince needs to make sure he doesn't go the JLaw route w/life because he would for sure be the most popular guy in...
I'd hit it...Woohoo

Vince needs to make sure he doesn't go the JLaw route w/life because he would for sure be the most popular guy in jail.

Oh and BTW Vince (I'm sure he's checked this thread out) don't take us morons to serious. None of us know you on a personal level and every last one of us wishes we were fast enough to even be considered for a team of any kind. Shit I'd settle for a 15% off retail ride at this point.
Know how I know you're gay?

These guys need to grab what they can... I'm working for 1/2 price right now in my industry too.

I think it's getting better, but, I like to think positive.Blush
Adam43
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10/30/2010 3:57pm
It reeks of bad management to hold rider tryouts when you've already made up your mind. Why waste the resources and Jimmy Albertson's time? When he shows up and goes faster than your "guy" the situation is even worse.

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10/30/2010 4:32pm
Makes for One hell of a job application though. Now everyone knows what Albee is capable of, maybe he will have more roses available after this incident!?
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10/30/2010 5:38pm
Quote...Coyote :
"All I can say is let the people you hired do their job!! "

As Mr. Matthes said above, it's his deal, his money, his team, etc..........
What I've seen lately with the influx of as you say, "outside money", is that they'll just do as they damn well please.
But as things go, being a success elsewhere doesn't always add up to being one here.
In recent years I've seen plenty, we all have. It's the "3 2 5" I call it.
As in 3 to 5 years.
Accounting 101 says the end must justify the means.
And believe me, some where on their payroll they all certainly have them!
Sure, outside of the work ethic being applied the same as from where they came, things like common sense and ego get in the way.
I do applaud them however, and that's not just for creating jobs, but for trying!
However they arrived here, they're trying which is awesome.
Winning is different than in construction or business. Though similar principals apply, I can see the flaws throughout their season and years.
For the few, it's their money to waste.
Sure, being the head of your own pin does have it's perks, but outside of opinions, people at the top of their field are there for a reason. The depth and experiences that went into it all went into it over time.
Though the money side has it's say, it's been shown plenty recently that they're clearly better from which they came, in other words look learn and certainly listen.
The difference between success and failure is an easy one to make.
Especially here, and it shows.
Remember all, when the curtain goes up, it's for all to see.
Results or a lack there of, speak louder than words................
And ya know what, you can hear the roar!!!!!!
Dave O.Wink
Good luck to "Albee702" Wink
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10/31/2010 5:07am
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?
WTF? Did they sign him for the WMX series?


Didn't know Seb Tortelli and Eva Longoria had a child :-)
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11/2/2010 10:07am
Ozzy wrote:
Quote...Coyote : "All I can say is let the people you hired do their job!! " As Mr. Matthes said above, it's his deal, his money...
Quote...Coyote :
"All I can say is let the people you hired do their job!! "

As Mr. Matthes said above, it's his deal, his money, his team, etc..........
What I've seen lately with the influx of as you say, "outside money", is that they'll just do as they damn well please.
But as things go, being a success elsewhere doesn't always add up to being one here.
In recent years I've seen plenty, we all have. It's the "3 2 5" I call it.
As in 3 to 5 years.
Accounting 101 says the end must justify the means.
And believe me, some where on their payroll they all certainly have them!
Sure, outside of the work ethic being applied the same as from where they came, things like common sense and ego get in the way.
I do applaud them however, and that's not just for creating jobs, but for trying!
However they arrived here, they're trying which is awesome.
Winning is different than in construction or business. Though similar principals apply, I can see the flaws throughout their season and years.
For the few, it's their money to waste.
Sure, being the head of your own pin does have it's perks, but outside of opinions, people at the top of their field are there for a reason. The depth and experiences that went into it all went into it over time.
Though the money side has it's say, it's been shown plenty recently that they're clearly better from which they came, in other words look learn and certainly listen.
The difference between success and failure is an easy one to make.
Especially here, and it shows.
Remember all, when the curtain goes up, it's for all to see.
Results or a lack there of, speak louder than words................
And ya know what, you can hear the roar!!!!!!
Dave O.Wink
Good luck to "Albee702" Wink
Dave O is in the KNOW.
GuyB
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11/2/2010 10:14am
That haircut went away a long time ago.
Mini Elsinore
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11/2/2010 10:34am
GuyB wrote:
That haircut went away a long time ago.
......and, like all things, it is back in style. Just look around.
11/2/2010 12:04pm
GuyB wrote:
That haircut went away a long time ago.
What's funny is I rocked it in 92-95.. Huge fan of Seattle grunge fan and had to look the part. One length hair to the shoulders was rule one in the how to look grunge hand book.
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11/2/2010 12:16pm
I think what GuyB is trying to tell you is he cut his hair a long time ago. Sorry to throw cold water on you guys.
11/2/2010 12:46pm
any news yet albee
Mini Elsinore
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11/2/2010 12:47pm
GrapeApe wrote:
I think what GuyB is trying to tell you is he cut his hair a long time ago. Sorry to throw cold water on you guys.
Yeah, but Gabriel is rockin' the "length," so at least someone in the Gilberson clan is still cool! Wink
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11/2/2010 2:34pm
the contract thing you guys speak of goes 2 ways......many o rider has opted out of their contracts for different or better teams.......so its just business and all the players involved understand that technically its just a PR statement......nothing is guaranteed, no matter who signs what in any way shape or form in life period.....it is the human way.......divorces, careers, pro athletes, politics etc etc all involve some sort of agreement or contract and very rarely does anyone live up to what their signing
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11/2/2010 2:41pm
Have Turbo get you some bikes like he did this year for whats her name in the WMA...... You and Trea are tight I know. He wont let you go with out a ride.

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