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Brad Lackey awards the first "Vintage-Am" trophy to team USA for 2009. (from left) Bill Silverthorn, Gary Jones and Chuck Sun. Not pictured is Danny Laporte.

 

Chuck Sun and Danny Laporte celebrate at the finish line on Saturday as Herbert Schmitz settles for third.

 

Former German champ Herbert Schmitz wins a moto in the "Vintage-Am" challenge between USA and Europe at Diamond Dons'.

 

Chuck Sun wins a moto at the "Vintage-Am" challenge representing USA at Diamond Dons' Riverport National.

 

England's Graham Noyce leads team Europe against the USA.

 

3 time National Champ Gary Jones races for team USA against Europe.

 

Czek rider Zdenek Velky rides for team Europe on his CZ.

 

Danny Laporte tails Gary Jones en route to victory over the Europeans.

 

2 Time Baja 1000 champ Bill Silverthorn races for team USA.

 

Michael Royal kicked butt and took names in the Pro classes at the Loretta qualifier in Breaux Bridge on his Sunstar Honda. Only Donald Solley and Tyler Begue were able to beat him in a moto when he struggled with issues.

 

LA G2G teammates Roy Jenkins and Mac Edmonston had a whale of a battle for the win in the 0-200cc open class at the US Vintage GP race in Lake City, FL. View the slideshow here.

 

This is one of the last pictures taken of Ernie Leblanc at the Cross-Country race the day before his accident at the Motocross Race at Gatorback Park in Gainesville, Florida. Godspeed #L89!

 

Roy Barrios on his G&C Honda was chosen 2008 HSMX rider of the year

 

 

Michael Wagner just turned pro and has finished in top 5 in several pro-am's the last few months including Lake Whitney on his Honda of Houston & Lake Charles ride.

 

Jeremy Domingue continues his winning ways, even besting newly turned pro Michael Wagner at Gravity Alley on his Honda of Lafayette ride.

 

The High School Motocross Program's 2009/2010 season is now underway. Bi-weekly practices at Mac's G2G track in Praiieville, this Saturday and every other Saturday from 10 till 2pm. Registration is required to participate. Track fee is $20, Registration is still $35. Bring your own bike, gear and refreshments.

 

Did you know that motorcycles are the preferred mode of transportation for many people in China? There are more motorcycles and bicycles on the street than cars in Yangchou. I'll give you a peek at two other cities as well, including Shanghai and a rare look at a traditional Chinese wedding. Pictures from my recent trip to China are now posted HERE.

 

Team USA wins the first annual "Vintage-Am" Trophy between USA and Europe. This 2 race series began at Brad Lackey's track in California and concluded at Diamond Don's track in Texas. Pictures here. Report here.

 

Roy's Race Report is up here for the Diamond Don's 7th Annual Vintage National held on April 2-4th, 2009. Pictures here.

 

click here for an exclusive Interview with Todd Huffman of the Motocross Files on April 5, 2009.

 

Results are up here. The G & C Honda of Hammond "Wheels Through Time" Motocross race presented by Cycle World of Houma was a grand success. Lots of fun was had by all, thousands of dollars was raised for the program, no one was injured, the weather was perfect and the racing was intense. Pictures are up here. Race report to come later.

 

The fastest pro motocross racers in the nation raced in the New Orleans Superdome Saturday night as Supercross came back to the Big Easy. James Stewart beat Chad Reed by 5 seconds, with Broc Hepler third and Kevin Windham fourth in his Saints uniform gear! read more at www.supercrossonline.com

 

The Loretta Lynn National AMA Championship qualifier was held at Gravity Alley MX in Breaux Bridge, LA on March 7th and 8th in beautiful spring weather. Racers from all over the midwest and southeast gathered to win a spot to move on to the regional's. Pictures from the weekend's racing including the pit bike race and the kid's SX track building competition are up here. Sunday's pix are now up. Top 5 results are up here.

 

View pictures from the AHRMA Vintage National race at Gatorback as part of Daytona Bike Week, 2009. Cross-Country and Vintage Motocross are here. Post vintage and the U.S. Vintage Gran Prix in Lake City are now up here.

 

Sad news - HSMX team member and vintage racer Ernie Leblanc passed away Wednesday after suffering massive head trauma from a crash at Gatorback Park in Gainesville, Florida. He is survived by two sons, Jude (15) and Gabe (18), and 2 brothers and a sister. The 53 year old is from Gonzales, LA and has been a motocross and flat-track racer all his life. His funeral will be on Monday at 11:00am at St. John's Catholic Church in Prairieville, LA.

 

People have been asking about the "One Month to Live" Challenge which I have been speaking about at Rider's Meetings and devotions at races throughout the south. This "Living a 'no regrets' Lifestyle" study is a life-changing experience which our church has used as a series. For more information click here at www.onemonthtolive.com

 

Roy Barrios III has been chosen the High School Motocross "Rider of the Year" for 2008. This means he'll be the poster-boy for the upcoming season as he campaigns his G&C Honda in 2009. Roy was chosen because he had the most service hours, most events attended and a great attitude. He'll join Logan Sumrall who was chosen the "Most Improved Rider" of the LA eastern region.

 

Mississippi rider Johnny Moore has gone pro and is scheduled to start his international career in Germany. Listen to his father's announcement: "The final list of riders for the ADAC Mx Masters finally came out. Johnny made the list and will be racing in Germany for Sturm racing. He is joined by fellow American Jacob Saylor and 4 other riders. Johnny will be in the Mx2 class and Jacob bill be in the Mx1 class. The first race is in April."

 

Breaux Bridge rider Hunter Hilton just signed with Team Yamaha.

 

Gravity Alley Race Report is now up here. The pictures are now up here for the 2008-09 Honda of Lafayette Winter Series finished with a flourish Sunday, Feb. 1st. Michael Wagner & Jeremey Domingue, Tyler Begue & Grant Bourgeois all had an amazing race.

 

Wanna watch a cool Mountain Bike Ride? Watch here.

 

225 Extreme Motocross Track in Giesmar (outside of Baton Rouge) held their first race under new ownership as Rnd. 2 of the Honda of Lafayette Winter Series. Pix here.

 

Check out "Motocross Immortals" a tribute to fallen MX heroes here.

 

G2G camp race instructor Tad Cotnie was caught in the act being a hero when he rescued a family from a house fire. Watch the newsbyte here. This is the second G2G/HSMX leader caught being a hero in 6 months. The other was former police officer Jamie Bertrand. See the story here.

 

AHRMA Vintage race at the Barber Vintage Festival, Race Report now up here!

 

Motocross Racing's newest fictional book for kids and teens is now out: Dirt Bike Ike.

This fictional story brings teenagers and kids inside the world of motocross racing as seen through the eyes of a 9th grader who is about to drop out of school due to learning disabilities and lack of interest. When he meets up with an outcast owner of a junk yard he builds a vintage motocross bike, moving toward his dream to become a motocross champion. He learns lessons along the way about friendship, sacrifice, self-discipline, perseverance, hard work, forgiveness, dealing with bullies and growing up. With the help of his new friends he solves a 30 year old mystery crime and brings justice to the town, turning into a local hero. Click here to read the first 9 chapters and see the cover picture.

Purchase Dirt Bike Ike now for Christmas in one of 3 ways:

1. Order online

2. See me at the races

3. Mail a check for $25.00 each to: Roy Jenkins, 75497 Latice Dr., Covington, LA 70435. (I'll mail you an autographed copy of Dirt Bike Ike or Racing Fuel for the Spirit.)

 

Some of the G2G & HSMX leaders (including me) raced at the Barber Vintage Festival in Birmingham, AL on the weekend of Oct 17-19th. This was fun, fun, fun! Our Louisiana team brought back lots of gold. Pictures HERE, race report HERE.

 

The most exciting race of the year in our area is now in the books. The MS State Championship at Golden Pine Raceway on Sept. 28th was well attended, especially by A riders about to turn pro attempting to gain Pro points since it was an AMA sanctioned Pro-Am event. Top names and pro prospects like Kevin Tapia, Justin Summers, Michael Royal, Jeremey Domingue, Johnny Moore, Eddie Ray, Jessica Patterson, Nate Whitlow and top seniors like Scotty Hubbard, Hoot Parker, Mac Edmonston, Walter Bartran and Glenn Myatt displayed their skills. Race Report up here. All of my Pictures are here. motoximages was the on-site photographer for portraits.

 

USA wins the world Olympics of Motocross for a record 19th time Sept 28th in the UK. Tim Ferry was the hero by fighting up from a poor start in the last moto and charged from 9th to 5th when he found out that James Stewart had crashed and the championship was in jeopardy. Ryan Villoppoto put in another 2/1 ride on the 250f. Click here to read the report and watch footage of the 2008 Motocross of Nations.

 

Hurricane Gustav and Ike have caused the motocross community to keep their heads down the last few weeks as it focuses on securing homes and leaving low-lying areas. We have been spending our weekends predominately on hurricane clean-up.

 

Composite list of this area's top finishers in their classes at the AMA National Championship at Loretta Lynn's.

 

Wanna watch a cool Vintage race from the 60's between Dave Vickers on a 250 Greeves and Jeff Smith on a 440 BSA? Click here.

 

Interview with Mac Edmonston of the G2G Camp and the High School Motocross Program. Click here to view.

 

Two local riders win Championships at the World Mini Gran Prix in Vegas. Destrehan's Stone Edler won the 65 mod and 65 stock classes. Lafayette's Lance Vincent won the 85 (14-15) class. Congratulations guys!

 

Ever wondered what proper procedure or expected courtesy should be at a motocross race? How about ways to ensure safety? Check out this website: www.mxsafety.org

 

Motocross Racing's latest devotional book. 335 pages of inspirational stories & pictures.

 

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