RC and Reed on James Stewart

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When these two icons say they were not willing to do what James did, that's some high praise. I don't think there has been any other rider that has blown me away like James did.




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Ryan625 12/7/2020 11:40pm
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The thing with Stewart, is his confidence in himself was a big factor. He had so much raw skill that he was just exciting to watch.

That’s pretty high praise from those two.
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Talisker 12/8/2020 2:11am
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Remember those wall jumps Stew would just launch!!!!!
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Crush 12/8/2020 2:52am
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SX in the early to mid 2000s where they were pushing those 250 two strokes seemed so fucking intense. 02–05 were so epic to watch, I wish we got to see James and Chad battle their careers on two strokes the whole time. Definitely some good battles lost to four strokes.
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Hi Side 12/8/2020 4:46am
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Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've broken all the records, but he didn't.
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Whenever he adjusted his goggles 42 feet above LaRocco’s, it made us drinker
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motomike137 12/8/2020 5:10am
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Hi Side wrote:
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've...
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've broken all the records, but he didn't.
James was the most exciting rider to watch that ever set foot on a motocross track period.
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Zycki11 12/8/2020 5:14am
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Two incredibly intelligent racers/competitors giving respect. Those three had the most intense battles and fierce minds. Wish we could bottle that up and inject it into today. Different mindsets nowadays.
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Forty 12/8/2020 5:26am
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Certainly one of the most dynamic. Really enjoyed watching him riding a dirt bike. Incredible.
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hypermoto 12/8/2020 5:30am
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Nobody’s name can get haters panties ties up as easily as JS7’s.
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Jardo 12/8/2020 6:27am
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Not really familiar with Gypsy Tales but that is an epic interview.
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walleyeguy 12/8/2020 6:31am
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hypermoto wrote:
Nobody’s name can get haters panties ties up as easily as JS7’s.
Maybe "Trump". LOL.
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peltier626 12/8/2020 6:33am
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James elevated the sport just as RC and Mcgrath did before him. He was exciting to watch and the technique is often imitated in todays riders. The way he misdirected his momentum and carried more speed was quite impressive.
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davistld01 12/8/2020 7:31am
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James was willing to do things that other riders weren't, and do them at the speed that he did them...because (in my opinion) he KNEW he could. He had supreme confidence in his own abilities, and talent. Like a guy suddenly turns into a contender from an also-ran after he wins his first overall...James flat knew what he was capable of.

Yeah, I'm still a fan. He was one of the most amazing riders to watch ever.
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Teej317 12/8/2020 7:55am
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Such a cool interview...watched it twice. One of these days I hope we get those three legends at a round table reminiscing past races. I would pay to see that.
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I've seen every badass champ ride in person since the early 80's, including most of the Euro legends, from Hannah, to RJ, MC, RC, Reed, Villo, etc. and Stew is hands down the most impressive from the "eye test". That dude did things that just made your jaw drop.
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Ryan625 12/8/2020 9:05am
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This video basically says it all.

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CPR 12/8/2020 12:12pm
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Jardo wrote:
Not really familiar with Gypsy Tales but that is an epic interview.
Not a fan of Gypsy but that whole episode is definitely worth watching, some of the most epic bench racing ever.
Will be an awesome day if Stew ever sits down to chew the fat with RC and Reedy.
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Johnny Ringo 12/8/2020 12:16pm
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I remember going to Supercross races when stew was racing and when I would get there, I’d subconsciously dissect the track wondering where James might quad something.

No other rider made me do that.
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Hi Side 12/8/2020 12:24pm
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Hi Side wrote:
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've...
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've broken all the records, but he didn't.
motomike137 wrote:
James was the most exciting rider to watch that ever set foot on a motocross track period.
Even though I don't care for Stewart I would never dispute that he was (one of) the most exciting riders to watch. I'm dating myself with this statement but Danny "Magoo" Chandler was pretty damn exciting. Hard to compare eras though.
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motomike137 12/8/2020 12:30pm
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Hi Side wrote:
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've...
Put me in the camp of not a Stewart fan. However, if JS7 would've had the grit and determination that RC and CR did he would've broken all the records, but he didn't.
motomike137 wrote:
James was the most exciting rider to watch that ever set foot on a motocross track period.
Hi Side wrote:
Even though I don't care for Stewart I would never dispute that he was (one of) the most exciting riders to watch. I'm dating myself with...
Even though I don't care for Stewart I would never dispute that he was (one of) the most exciting riders to watch. I'm dating myself with this statement but Danny "Magoo" Chandler was pretty damn exciting. Hard to compare eras though.
Don't worry about dating yourself I'm old enough to have watched Danny in his hay day and yes he was spectacular as well. In all my years of spectating I'd rate it Bubba, Magoo and then Hurricane as guys I'd never take my eyes off of when they were circulating the race track.
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Deadric 12/8/2020 12:30pm
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I think its interesting these days hearing riders say they hated doing it for a living. People would rip RV when he was open about it and now guys like Seely and RC have even come and said it wasnt fun (Outside of winning).
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JJO741 12/8/2020 12:31pm
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I’m sure I’ll get some hate, but I think James is the most talented rider to ever throw a leg over a dirt bike. What he did, especially on a 125, was absolutely incredible to watch. The battles between him, Ricky, and Chad were an absolute joy to watch.
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Hi Side 12/8/2020 12:32pm
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motomike137 wrote:
James was the most exciting rider to watch that ever set foot on a motocross track period.
Hi Side wrote:
Even though I don't care for Stewart I would never dispute that he was (one of) the most exciting riders to watch. I'm dating myself with...
Even though I don't care for Stewart I would never dispute that he was (one of) the most exciting riders to watch. I'm dating myself with this statement but Danny "Magoo" Chandler was pretty damn exciting. Hard to compare eras though.
motomike137 wrote:
Don't worry about dating yourself I'm old enough to have watched Danny in his hay day and yes he was spectacular as well. In all my...
Don't worry about dating yourself I'm old enough to have watched Danny in his hay day and yes he was spectacular as well. In all my years of spectating I'd rate it Bubba, Magoo and then Hurricane as guys I'd never take my eyes off of when they were circulating the race track.
I can't argue with that my friend!
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davistld01 12/8/2020 12:40pm
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motomike137 wrote:
Don't worry about dating yourself I'm old enough to have watched Danny in his hay day and yes he was spectacular as well. In all my...
Don't worry about dating yourself I'm old enough to have watched Danny in his hay day and yes he was spectacular as well. In all my years of spectating I'd rate it Bubba, Magoo and then Hurricane as guys I'd never take my eyes off of when they were circulating the race track.
I'm ancient enough to remember all of them...and I agree.
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37 replies and not one mention of a comeback. New Record!
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