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1/22/2012 10:46am
Which probably doesn't surprise most of you. But I disagree with the conventional wisdom about moto TV. Shenzi mentioned something in another thread that I wanted to pick up on.
I have been a proponent of live TV coverage for our sport for a long time, and I am glad to see that it has finally arrived, but I'm not happy about it entirely because I feel the "second moto only" format shortchanges the viewer and signals that the network is not convinced that airing moto is a good business decision.
I disagree with the producers attempts to "explain" the sport to those unfamiliar with the sport. If you're interested, you'll do your own research to learn more; if you're not interested, a dumbed-down explanation is not likely to change that.
I disagree with the borrowed-from-other-sports "color analyst and play-by-play" announcer set-up. In fact, I disagree with the notion that a voice has to be heard at all times. I disagree that it's the announcer's job to get the audience excited. That's the sport's job! For example, during that amazing first 450 moto at Red Bud, the announcers at times seemed to get caught up in providing "color" (recapping Short's and Townley's previous seasons) while neglecting to describe the awesome action that was unfolding. One may argue that they don't need to describe what everyone can plainly see. If that's the feeling, then I rest my case...
Now before anyone starts to think this is just a complaining thread, let me assure you that I think this season's media mix is the best it's ever been. Think about it: the U.S. Nationals available WORLDWIDE on the internet in real time for free! And other media outlets like Transworld are allowed to include video coverage in their reporting. All of that is positive movement in the right direction.
So hopefully, one day, we'll see U.S. MX covered with the same respect and professionalism as pro football: live coverage of the entire event from beginning to end.
I have been a proponent of live TV coverage for our sport for a long time, and I am glad to see that it has finally arrived, but I'm not happy about it entirely because I feel the "second moto only" format shortchanges the viewer and signals that the network is not convinced that airing moto is a good business decision.
I disagree with the producers attempts to "explain" the sport to those unfamiliar with the sport. If you're interested, you'll do your own research to learn more; if you're not interested, a dumbed-down explanation is not likely to change that.
I disagree with the borrowed-from-other-sports "color analyst and play-by-play" announcer set-up. In fact, I disagree with the notion that a voice has to be heard at all times. I disagree that it's the announcer's job to get the audience excited. That's the sport's job! For example, during that amazing first 450 moto at Red Bud, the announcers at times seemed to get caught up in providing "color" (recapping Short's and Townley's previous seasons) while neglecting to describe the awesome action that was unfolding. One may argue that they don't need to describe what everyone can plainly see. If that's the feeling, then I rest my case...
Now before anyone starts to think this is just a complaining thread, let me assure you that I think this season's media mix is the best it's ever been. Think about it: the U.S. Nationals available WORLDWIDE on the internet in real time for free! And other media outlets like Transworld are allowed to include video coverage in their reporting. All of that is positive movement in the right direction.
So hopefully, one day, we'll see U.S. MX covered with the same respect and professionalism as pro football: live coverage of the entire event from beginning to end.
The NBC broadcasts are horrible.
The Shop
On another note I really don' like Emig. He drags on and don't really like what he has to offer for the most part.
good post btw P-Dub
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MX Sports
My uncle barely knows what a dirt bike is. When I mentioned I was racing at Vegas Supercross (amateur day) his eyes lit up and he was like-- "oh I saw that on TV!" He immediately had a clue about what it was all about. TV is huge for that.
Let the RIDERS AND TEAMS KNOW that there will be an interview FORMAT CHANGE.
Erin (ugggh) will ask about the race stuff so that the rider can actually talk about what was going on for them while racing, then after that will offer a "WHO WOULD YOU LIKE TO THANK" question so that the riders have a chance to speak openly without feeling rushed to get in their sponsors. It can't take long for a few questions and one of them at the end a "THANKS" question right? Of course, this would also mean that Erin (uggh) would have to come up with some meaningful question besides the "what does that mean to you" nonsense.
I've got more.. but that's a simple one to fix.
The track map is necessary IMO. Like to see the layout. And then the helmet cam after the track map. I'd also take a helicopter shot following a rider around the track to get a feel for the flow.
Minimize interviews unless it's something really important.
Pit Row
The first moto coverage online has been excellent lately.
No more hi-definition motocross, I'm tired of it! I no longer have 20/20 vision, so spare the sponsors the dime and use standard definition, because it makes no difference to me, visually, on my tiny little picture box. Please, air the races a week, or perhaps a month, after they happen, and combine all four motos of the day into a single hour of programming. No more live coverage. And please fire the entire announcing staff, and rehire them with washed up golf journalist. I also want the production crew to film everything with black and white cameras from the 1950's. Color television is over-rated, plus my television only displays in black and white anyways.
I felt like some sort of traveling moto-gypsy.
Let see, now we have live webcasts, live on network television, next day 250 class (remember having to wait until Tuesday and them being broadcast at strange times during the day)
Can it still improve? yes, but it has come a long way in a short time and i think it can only get better.
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