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6/6/2026 4:28pm
rsd47 wrote:
Shimoda's passing and race craft might be the worst of any elite rider I've seen in recent memory. The kid is so fast but he either...

Shimoda's passing and race craft might be the worst of any elite rider I've seen in recent memory. The kid is so fast but he either sits behind people he's multiple seconds a lap faster than, or dives into a gap that doesn't exist and ends up losing even more time or making mistakes. It's so bizarre from such a strong rider 

He just doesn't have the tools to be elite. Its just what it is. Hes been in the class since 2019. He should be winning this...

He just doesn't have the tools to be elite. Its just what it is. Hes been in the class since 2019. He should be winning this title easy

What, he's supposed to ride crazy and over his head in the second race of the series after getting a really bad start in this second moto - so what, he can throw it all away? SMDH.

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Looks like Mitch is ordering Pizza 2 weeks in a row for the boys!!!

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6/6/2026 4:30pm
Nystrom wrote:

If Hammaker stays healthy he will win this title, he showed he wants it now. 

Going by these first 4 motos, absolutely. His starts, speed, and fitness are a better package than anyone else. I see him winning rather easily too. Kitchen and Shimoda are way too inconsistent 

6/6/2026 4:30pm

Jo "there's always next week to get points" Shimoda. 

Mavetism wrote:
Don't worry, he'll win 3-4 overalls in a row once he's out of the points, like always. And I'm saying that as a Jo fan because it's...

Don't worry, he'll win 3-4 overalls in a row once he's out of the points, like always. 

And I'm saying that as a Jo fan because it's frustrating

He's from the city in Japan in which my S2000's paint code is named after (Suzuka Blue), so that just adds to my willingness to root for him. But dammit, Jo.

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6/6/2026 4:30pm
Front242 wrote:

Kitchen lokked pretty cooked 😳

He’s on record saying his back caused him to have issues training so not a huge shocker 

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6/6/2026 4:30pm
Pop Shmoke wrote:
So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not...

So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not their fault this year. 

Not until McAdoo is completely gone and takes the curse with him. 0 titles since Mitch hired him.

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6/6/2026 4:30pm
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I refuse believe Chase is a diva.  He's a guy that's been to the mountaintop and can't find his way back.  He will or he won't. 

Alright, dammit plowboy I have faith in your choices. We shall see. 

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If any of you guys are Hannah fans, man you would've roasted his ass if there was social media and instant press those days. Everyone would've...

If any of you guys are Hannah fans, man you would've roasted his ass if there was social media and instant press those days. Everyone would've thought he was the largest crybaby/pussy, but here we are in 2026. 

plowboy wrote:

I thought so back then...but I was a Marty fan.🙃

Ha ha, I was the same.  Go Marty! 

Though I do find Hannah refreshing now. 

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6/6/2026 4:31pm

Would Drew Adams have the same results as Romano in these first 4 motos? Hard to say

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6/6/2026 4:31pm
Pop Shmoke wrote:
Say what u want but kitchen gained 0 time vs cole the entire race once he got into second. This wasnt just everyone crashing out, he...

Say what u want but kitchen gained 0 time vs cole the entire race once he got into second. This wasnt just everyone crashing out, he matched kitchen all moto. 

2-2 wins the overall, no need to push it.

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6/6/2026 4:32pm Edited Date/Time 6/6/2026 4:32pm
Pop Shmoke wrote:
So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not...

So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not their fault this year. 

shawnbrown wrote:

Not until McAdoo is completely gone and takes the curse with him. 0 titles since Mitch hired him.

apparently he is headed to quad lock honda and is out of PC for next year

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Pop Shmoke wrote:
So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not...

So should pc take over the 450 kawi effort? It worked for star. They def need a change and a fresh start, even if its not their fault this year. 

shawnbrown wrote:

Not until McAdoo is completely gone and takes the curse with him. 0 titles since Mitch hired him.

McAdoo is supposedly going to Quad Lock Honda next year, Mitch finally trimming some of the fat

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6/6/2026 4:33pm

Hymas to quad lock? 

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I refuse believe Chase is a diva.  He's a guy that's been to the mountaintop and can't find his way back.  He will or he won't. 

ShellyMX wrote:

Alright, dammit plowboy I have faith in your choices. We shall see. 

I'm far to leaky a vessel to put any faith in.🙃

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Spike33 wrote:

Hymas to quad lock? 

I’d like to see Mitch get Hymas, but if he left Honda I could see Bobby going after him. 

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6/6/2026 4:35pm
ohh_454 wrote:

Would Drew Adams have the same results as Romano in these first 4 motos? Hard to say

Drew looked really good and like he took a big step up in speed before he got injured again. 

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22-20 for Dudney. I'm sure this will lead to reasonable and relaxed debates in every podcast Matthes and JT are on this week 

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hoping there is footage of sexton ghost riding his bike into the pits lol

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What the hells Thor doin with that jersey that Davies is wearing lol ONE is killing it tho

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6/6/2026 4:37pm

Engine swap mid-moto, those Star guys are next level

and oh shit, "fuggit", that's gonna be a fine, lol

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6/6/2026 4:38pm
rsd47 wrote:
Shimoda's passing and race craft might be the worst of any elite rider I've seen in recent memory. The kid is so fast but he either...

Shimoda's passing and race craft might be the worst of any elite rider I've seen in recent memory. The kid is so fast but he either sits behind people he's multiple seconds a lap faster than, or dives into a gap that doesn't exist and ends up losing even more time or making mistakes. It's so bizarre from such a strong rider 

He just doesn't have the tools to be elite. Its just what it is. Hes been in the class since 2019. He should be winning this...

He just doesn't have the tools to be elite. Its just what it is. Hes been in the class since 2019. He should be winning this title easy

What, he's supposed to ride crazy and over his head in the second race of the series after getting a really bad start in this second...

What, he's supposed to ride crazy and over his head in the second race of the series after getting a really bad start in this second moto - so what, he can throw it all away? SMDH.

He's supposed to put himself in a better position to win races and championships. That could mean many different things. Its always something with him. He's been in the class since 2019. Every year the champion wins and its like, oh its Jo's turn to win. And yet he never does

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6/6/2026 4:38pm

Lets see Davies work from the front

Well he has no problems with that! Great ride. 

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6/6/2026 4:39pm
ohh_454 wrote:

Would Drew Adams have the same results as Romano in these first 4 motos? Hard to say

Drew looked really good and like he took a big step up in speed before he got injured again. 

Yaa you’re right, I just had higher expectations for him since he’s went pro, I thought he was going to be a podium guy from the start. 

6/6/2026 4:39pm
ohh_454 wrote:

Would Drew Adams have the same results as Romano in these first 4 motos? Hard to say

Drew looked really good and like he took a big step up in speed before he got injured again. 

He’s going to suffer the same fate as Marchbanks, just too big to get a good start on the 250. I seriously doubt he’d be ahead of Romano at this point.

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ohh_454 wrote:

McAdoo is supposedly going to Quad Lock Honda next year, Mitch finally trimming some of the fat

McAdoo on a 450... That might get scary.

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6/6/2026 4:42pm

Jorge better holeshot from 36th 

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6/6/2026 4:42pm
dean122 wrote:
If any of you guys are Hannah fans, man you would've roasted his ass if there was social media and instant press those days. Everyone would've...

If any of you guys are Hannah fans, man you would've roasted his ass if there was social media and instant press those days. Everyone would've thought he was the largest crybaby/pussy, but here we are in 2026. 

plowboy wrote:

I thought so back then...but I was a Marty fan.🙃

Tripes or Smith?

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6/6/2026 4:42pm
ohh_454 wrote:

Would Drew Adams have the same results as Romano in these first 4 motos? Hard to say

Drew looked really good and like he took a big step up in speed before he got injured again. 

shawnbrown wrote:
He’s going to suffer the same fate as Marchbanks, just too big to get a good start on the 250. I seriously doubt he’d be ahead...

He’s going to suffer the same fate as Marchbanks, just too big to get a good start on the 250. I seriously doubt he’d be ahead of Romano at this point.

That’s more of what I was thinking, I don’t think he’d be getting the tv time or the 5th place moto results. I think he’d be better off on a 450, like Peick was

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6/6/2026 4:42pm

Pretty crazy when you look at how many riders in the top 40 are from other countries. Good to see! 

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