AHRMA MAG July 2021, Vol. No. 3, Issue No. 6 by AHRMA

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Race Reports

Stories KEEPING THE PAST FAST!

• More Than Just an Icon Dick Mann Tribute • AHRMA Classic MotoFest™ in the Heartland - Heaven on Wheels • Six Ways to Sunday

• Perry Mountain 24-hr • Combs Reunion Ride • Ridge Runners - XC, Trials • LeMay Trials • LL Raceway - XC • Locust Gap

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e are excited to bring you a July issue overflowing with race reports. But first things first. The ‘we’ has changed. Stephanie Vetterly has accepted the role of Associate Editor replacing Kevin McIntosh. Stephanie’s duties will also include magazine page layout. The AHRMA MAG would like to thank Kevin for his dedication and hard work to bring the publication to its current level of dazzle. Stephanie’s experience in the motorcycling community started in 2015 when she joined the local mototrials community and quickly realized this niche sport could use some help getting more recognition. She picked up a camera and started documenting all the exciting things the sport has to offer. That quickly led to an introduction to a family of motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the country and branched out to other disciplines such as enduros and cross country, from modern racing to vintage racing. “I have photographed everything from mototrials, enduros, and hare scrambles, to National and Regional races for organizations such as AHRMA, the BSA Owner’s Club, North American Trials Council, and many more. I’m looking forward to helping AHRMA achieve its goals by designing and creating beautiful graphics and publications to showcase all the faces and talents of the organization.” Welcome aboard, Steph! I’ve been dirty busy lately attending the AHRMA Dirt Track races in conjunction with The (25th annual) Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally at Circuit of the Americas. I spent a day at an AHRMA Regional Vintage MX and Cross Country at Waco Eagles Motorcycle Club. This was my first time to check out the ROT hoopla. I enjoyed seeing how a different group of motorcycle people enjoy their motorcycle passion. Arthur Kowitz and I brought roadrace bikes to display under a tent next to the custom bike show so we could share our passion with the masses (this is a giant rally); all located at the Midway with vendors and two stages for live bands. And just beyond our display was an excellent short track and TT course with sights, sounds and smells to lure the rally goers. Hopefully, there were a few interested spectators who were thinking, “That looks like fun. I could do that!” AHRMA Roadrace Director, Alex Mock, was ramrodding the event with help from racer, Richard Brodock. The Regional Motocross and Cross Country was a trip back in time for me; I raced off-road and ran an MX track from 1971 through 1995. AHRMA Trustee, Albert Newmann, ran the laid-back show; the track and Waco Eagles Club personnel were most impressive. I had a great time connecting with riders, exchanging stories and checking out all the fine machinery and, of course, watching the races. Oh, I almost forgot to mention my son and I made the most of our trip to Topeka, KS, for the inaugural AHRMA Classic MotoFest. We had a successful weekend on the roadrace track, but our time spent with the AHRMA Family was just as memorable, as always.

Thanks to all the race recap reporters and moto photographers for your contributions to the AHRMA MAG. Be sure to check out the Volunteer Spotlight in this issue. AHRMA volunteers are a dedicated and hard-working group who make it possible for us to have a weekend filled with fun. We appreciate all you do. JOE W. KOURY - Editor ahrmamag@ahrma.org

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PUBLISHER The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association EDITOR Joe W. Koury joe.koury@ahrma.org

PAGE LAYOUT DESIGNER Stephanie Vetterly stephanie.vetterly@ahrma.org

EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Arthur Kowitz, Alex Mock, Tony Paul, Jeff DeBell, Joe W. Koury, Jim Doyle, Albert Newmann, Kyle Smith, James Radcliff, Suzy Moody, Scott Robirds, Tim Cash, Kate Jorgenson, Joshua Schucker PHOTOGRAPHY CONTRIBUTORS ETECHPHOTO.COM, Joe W. Koury, Pauly Chambers, Kevin McIntosh, James Briery, Steve Quinn, Bobby Hedge, Kyle Smith, Casey Maxon, Sharon Bean, Jake Farr, Kate Jorgenson, Nora Hergenroeder, Becky Schreckengost, Sarah Lane ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES Jim Doyle jim.doyle@ahrma.org .......................................

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AMERICAN HISTORIC RACING MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

Curt Comer, Executive Director 49 Ferguson Lane Elora, TN 37328 Phone: 931. 308. 0338 email: curt.comer@ahrma.org

MEMBERSHIP / DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS Cindy McLean, Executive Administrator 26 Jardin de Mer Place Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 Phone: 904.477.6987 cindy.mclean@ahrma.org

RACE DIRECTORS

ROADRACE DIRECTORS Faynisha Pentecost: 256. 506. 6603 Tony Pentecost: 256. 506. 8254 ahrma@oneracing.org Alex Mock - Incoming Roadrace Director 949.351.3112, alex.mock@ahrma.org OFF-ROAD DIRECTOR Tony Paul: 256.665.1279 offroad.director@ahrma.org DIRT TRACK DIRECTOR David Aldana: 770. 653. 1909 davidaldana13@hotmail.com CROSS COUNTRY COORDINATOR Becky Hayes Phone: 217.553.1849 email: becky77m@yahoo.com NATIONAL TRIALS COORDINATOR Debbie Poole Phone: 415.889.5246 email: pooleschl1@hotmail.com

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Arthur Kowitz, Chairman: 386.547.9504 dbsuperbiker@gmail.com Kelly Shane, Secretary: 775.772.2857 fax 530.587.7597; flynpenguin@gmail.com Brian Larrabure, Treasurer: 818.421.3440 brianl.ahrma@gmail.com Kevin Burns: 614.519.6188 68.kburns@gmail.com Fred Guidi: 724.462.1854 fredguidi@gmail.com Luke Conner: 337.280.1066 luke.conner@ahrma.org Luke Sayer: 562.841.3476 sayerlu@gmail.com James Korn: 407.494.8204 jim.korn@ahrma.org Rob Poole: After 6pm 415. 990. 9003, voicemail: 415.435.0768; robpoole57@hotmail.com Beno Rodi: 770.867.1676 beno@rodi.net Albert Newman 214.288.1135 newmann.albert@gmail.com Tim Terrell 336.260.1615 rustynutz22b@gmail.com

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IN This Issue Executive Director.................................... 7

Combs Reunion Ride.............................46

Chairman's Column................................. 8

Ridge Runners - XC & Trials..................50

Road Race Director................................10

LeMay Trials.............................................54

Off-Road Director...................................11

LL Raceway XC........................................56

Volunteer Spotlight...............................12

Locust Gap...............................................60

Dick Mann Tribute.................................14

2021 National Series Schedules ...... 68

AHRMA Classic MotoFest™ in the Heartland...............................20

Race Previews.........................................70

Six Ways to Sunday................................38 Perry Mountain 24hr ............................42

2021 Regional Schedules.................... 72 Marketplace / Swap Meet .................. 82

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From the ‘Oops File’ The AHRMA MAG blew it in the Postscript at the end of Willow Springs Raceway coverage. The original text: This was the 25th year AHRMA has competed at Willow Springs Raceway, the longest running event in AHRMA Roadracing history. Scott Fabbro, Jim Neuenburg and Gary Swan have ridden in all 25 events and podiumed in all 25 events. Here’s the truth: Scott Fabbro, Jim Neuenburg and Gary Swan have ridden in all 25 events. Gary Swan has podiumed in all 25 events.

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AHRMA’s first ever Classic MotoFest is now in the books. A huge undertaking by any means, our staff and volunteers really stepped up and made this inaugural event something special for members and spectators alike. There were record roadrace entries, AHRMA’s first ever drag race, a swap meet, a bike show, an “allAHRMA” street party and many other off-track activities for the many in attendance. Off-Road entries, although strong, were impacted by actual and forecasted rains. Nevertheless, the Trials, Cross Country and Motocross all went off to the satisfaction of our racers who declared those who stayed home really missed good times. Mark your calendars for AHRMA Classic MotoFest in the Heartland Memorial Day weekend in 2022! Those who keep up with AHRMA social media will have seen the publicity surrounding our team(s) successes at the Perry Mountain 24-hour Challenge in early June. Hopefully, others have seen the press we received in publications such as Dirt Rider Magazine and Cycle News. To get publicity to the off-road community, Tony Paul (Off-road Director) and Craig Hayes (husband to Cross Country Coordinator, Becky Hayes) concocted a plan to pit some of AHRMA’s most talented offroaders riding vintage bikes against the Pros on modern machines in this high-profile annual event which starts at 10:00 Saturday and ends at 10:00 AM Sunday. The AHRMA “Dream Team” consisted of four-time National Enduro Champion Terry Cunningham, two-time World Motocross Champion Trampas Parker, 25-time ISDE Gold Medalist Fred Hoess and multi-time SETRA and GNCC Champion Tommy Veator, all on AHRMA-legal 1983 Husqvarna motorcycles. These guys got off to a rough start with seized engine on first lap of the race—by the time Fred got back to the pits to swap out

rider and bike, we were in 97th place. They dug deep and rode their hearts out with the aim of getting back into the top ten. When the dust (and mud) settled, they made their way up to 7th overall and 2nd in the Elite Class! They were clearly the crowd favorites and thousands of folks have now been introduced to how cool AHRMA really is! AHRMA also had +45 team of Suzy Moody, Bob Bean, Heith Parker, Kevin Hutchenson, Alan Drane and Steve Blakely (many of whom are also ISDE vets) who finished 2nd in class and 21st overall. The riders from both teams, managers and support crews represented AHRMA and spread the word. Finally, I want to extend a very big ‘Welcome to AHRMA’ to our newest team member, AHRMA MAG Associate Editor Stephanie Vetterly. She will have an emphasis on AHRMA off-road content in the mag and is no newcomer to the business, as owner/publisher/editor of her own e-mag, On the Pegs. Steph brings additional skills with respect to social media marketing, graphics arts and photography. motorcycle racing

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The Way to a Man's Heart is Through His Stomach compromise. The two areas of the bike that were not up to the task ahead were raw power and rear suspension. One cannot have enough horsepower when competing with the serious factory efforts of Honda, Kawasaki, and Yoshimura's Suzuki with their legion of high-caliber riders. I knew what was needed and went on the quest to have custom, ultra-high compression pistons manufactured and to procure other needed exotica.

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n late 1981, the AMA announced that beginning in 1983, the AMA Superbike Series would be changed dramatically. The big and nasty 1000cc, unstreamlined Superbikes would give way to more modern 750cc bikes, some of which were being built with clip-ons and fairings. As a privateer on a tight budget, this presented some real challenges. My wife and I welcomed newborn twin boys into our home in 1980. Family life is expensive. My 1975 Kawasaki Z1 Superbike was very well developed, even if it wasn’t the latest in technology by 1982. I bought the bike new in ‘75 specifically as a road racer and had developed it on my own for years. It was a veteran of many club races, endurance races, AMA races, experiments, brainstorms, and dyno runs. The thought of re-tooling my race effort was overwhelming. The time and money needed to make a completely different bike competitive at a high level was unrealistic. 1982 would be my last season as an AMA Pro road racer; I was determined to make it a season to remember. I rounded up three of my most talented motorcycle buddies to form the nucleus of the assault on Daytona’s 1982 Bell Superbike 100. We met several times over the winter to get the bike ready, and I gathered enough money for some upgraded equipment. In order to compete at a National Championship level, there was no room for 8

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Over the years of racing, one of my lessons learned was that the builders of racebikes, racing parts, and custom services will rarely, if ever, sell you what they race. They represent it as such, but will not allow others to enjoy the edge. I can’t blame them, but at least they could admit it and stop the charade that they are selling the real thing. Homemade and custommade was the only way to go and really compete. The engine rebuild process was long, complicated, and successful. This thing made really strong power! Daytona is a big NASCAR oval with a road course built within the outer track. There were two places where the road course transitioned onto the NASCAR oval. Since each of these spots lead onto the longest straightaways, they were the most important places on the course. The transitions from the flat interior surface onto the banked oval were abrupt and, if taken wrong and fast, were treacherous. Rear suspension is of the highest importance to get a strong drive onto the bigs. Big Shock Company (redacted, 'BSC' is still in business) out of California was one of the top two or three racing shock builders of the day. I contacted them, shared exactly what I wanted, what the purpose was, and placed the order. Time surely drags when waiting for special parts for the race bike. Sigh. Upon arrival, the shocks appeared to be built for street duty. I complained, and sent them back. The racing shocks came in time and off to Daytona we go! In 1982, the AMA Daytona 200 week began on Wednesday for practice, Thursday for qualifying, and Friday for the Bell Superbike 100. Our garage area in the paddock was in big, open covered sheds with other privateers while the high-profile teams rented private garages to go along with their tractor trailer transports. My wife, three buddies, and the Dodge

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MaxiRaceVan set us up in a very nice pit among our peers. There were over 100 entries from around the world for this prestigious race. Wanda, my lovely wife, is a born southern girl with a talent for cooking. She also learned from years at my mom’s side in Mom’s Jewish kitchen. Keep in mind, many riders and teams had more money invested, newer bikes, and better sponsors, but no one ate better than we did! BSC was there as a title sponsor of the Kawasaki factory team of Eddie Lawson and Wayne Rainey. BSC had a full machine shop in their tractor trailer, and several technicians. I went to introduce myself, but they were underwhelmed. Another big-talking street rider they figured. The very first Superbike practice session came and went. My ol’ Z1 was fast. Top speeds were measured at the finish line by the AMA and posted in the paddock for all competitors to see. Wow! We had the fastest top speed of ANY team during that first session! Many people took note, including BSC. Of course, as the day wore on, the big teams eclipsed our speed, but we were encouraged. A very pleasant, rotund gentleman walked into our pit area and introduced himself as the head guy for BSC. He apologized for treating my request for hard-core racing shocks as lightly as they did. He explained

that they get countless similar stories, from riders who want to look like a racer but can’t use real racing hardware. Apology accepted. As he and I talked, his eyes kept getting averted to the sumptuous spread of mid-morning snacks that Wanda had out for our team. I invited him to join us, and he enthusiastically accepted. Our new friend was careful to remind me that BSC was under contract with Kawasaki to tend only to the needs of Team Kawasaki's two eventual World Champion riders. I understood, of course. For the next three days, after every track session, our new friend would quietly bring me a set of the latest version of shocks, as tweaked for their two riders. He’d leave with my old trade-in shocks and something yummy each time. By Friday, the top 60 riders had qualified, forming a multi-wave start. We were on the third row, got a good start, rode hard, and finished the race in 9th place as the top privateer. Thanks to my pals Ted, Bill, and Terry, BSC, and Wanda. ARTHUR KOWITZ Chairman of the Board

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HEARTLAND INSIGHT The name "Topeka" is a Kansa-Osage word meaning "place where we dug potatoes," or "a good place to dig potatoes." Well, I am happy to report that AHRMA’s first Motofest at Heartland Motorsports Park consisted of no potato digging but rather full days of perfect weather for racing with good vibes throughout the paddock on a pretty 700+ acre facility. AHRMA first Motofest in the books and I am happy to report we had 241 road racers and 1043 entries for the weekend! As we continue to grow our memberships through new rider schools, racers who took a break, and ones coming from other organizations/clubs, I want to personally thank all the current and new members for welcoming everyone into the paddock. Since Heartland was a Motofest, it was nice to see all the disciplines venturing out to each other’s pits and paddocks. ONE AHRMA! The race weekend started off with heavy thunderstorms that naturally pressure washed our track but soaked the grassy RV parking. That also changed the thought process for the riders who wanted to take advantage of Thursday practice. The weather for the weekend looked to be sunny and dry, so the decision was made to not practice, since it wouldn’t be the track they raced on during a clear sunny day. Arthur Kowitz donated half of his practice 10

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fees to AHRMA and received the other half as credit, how awesome are the members in the paddock! Since Jim Doyle was busy running the Heartland Motofest event, he knew that he wasn’t going to be racing so he decided, out of the kindness of his heart, to do a track walk for the riders who wanted to gain some knowledge on track lines and traction. Many of the riders who partook in Jim Doyle’s track walk mentioned to me that they would pay for such knowledge in the future (hint, hint). Sorry to report that, for me as the race director, the races were pretty uneventful. Go follow all the racers on social media for some of their race reports! I see lots of them out there, so enjoy! Hope you all had as much fun as I did in the Heartland.

ALEX MOCK Road Race Director, AHRMA alex.mock@ahrma.org 949.351.3112 mobile IG: @ahrma.official IG: @alexmock25

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How is the AHRMA community doing? 2021 has been an exciting year with mother nature providing us with challenges at many of the events this season. However, our AHRMA racers have held strong and made for some great racing. I have had a great year so far at the events visiting with my AHRMA family. 2021 is going well. Membership growth is up, we have successfully completed a few self-promoted events such as Cahuilla Creek, White Lightning and Heartland Motorsports Park. Sure, there were a few bumps along the way but they are happening and the bumps are getting smaller with each event. At this time the Off-Road Committee (Kelly Shane, Albert Newmann, Jason Colon, and I) have been working on the 2022 National Schedule. We are working on making Vintage racing great again with more grass tracks across the country. We will still have man made motocross tracks mixed into the schedule however we are leaning towards more tracks like Diamond Don’s, Henryetta, OK, Texas GP, Reynlow Park, Bushy Ranch, Burrows Ranch, Rattlers Run, Aonia Pass, just to name a few. Vintage Racing is what we do here at AHRMA, and we want to make Vintage Racing the best it can be. If you have event feedback or a facility you think we should be considering, feel free to email me. TONY PAUL Off-Road Director, AHRMA offroad.director@ahrma.org

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July 23, Perris Flat Track, Perris, CA — Short Track

September 18, Pine Lake Raceway, Ashtabula, OH — Short Track

July 23, Perris Flat Track, Perris, CA — TT

September 18, Pine Lake Raceway, Ashtabula, OH —TT

July 24, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park, Lake Elsinore, CA — Short Track

October 16, Georgia Practice Facility, Cairo, GA — Short Track

July 25, Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park, Lake Elsinore, CA — TT

October 16, Georgia Practice Facility, Cairo, GA — TT

August 10, Jackpine Gypsies MC, Sturgis, SD Short Track

November 6, National Championship Finale — T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK

August 12, Jackpine Gypsies MC, Sturgis, SD TT The complete 2021 AHRMA National Vintage Dirt Track Series schedule, class rules and entry forms are available at ahrma.org/schedules-results

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Volunteer Spotlight Every AHRMA race weekend, regardless of discipline, competitors enjoy the thrill and the on-track rivalries aboard their cherished motorcycle or sidecar of choice. These activities would not be possible without the dedication and tireless efforts of all the AHRMA volunteers at each event. The AHRMA MAG would like to recognize some of the hard-working folks from our recent Classic MotoFest at Heartland Motorsports Park. Thank you all! I want to send a big thank you to all the AHRMA cross country riders who braved the weather and rode the Heartland Park MotoFest cross country races in spite of their better judgement. We had a beautiful 10-kilometer course laid out and then the skies opened up and dropped three or four inches of rain on it the day before racing was scheduled. Off-road Director Tony Paul made the difficult decision to pull the plug on Friday's races, and it was the right choice. Fred Hoess took a lap of the course and said, "It's gonna be rough," and when a 19-time ISDT gold medalist says that, you know it's bad!

community. The races would not have happened without hours of help from a number of AHRMA (and non-AHRMA) folks who pitched in to help pull the race together. I cannot thank them enough and hope my fatigued brain hasn't overlooked anyone: Jimmy Trickett, Tamara and Zahn Lewis, Becky Hayes, Bill Malec, Eddie Parks, Terry Cunningham, Fred Hoess, Suzy Moody, Erik Nijkamp, John Bowman, Bradford Wine, Ty Wilson, Mark Shafer. These folks were instrumental in making sure the show went on. Your hard work for AHRMA is most appreciated. Jeff DeBell, CC Trail Boss Know an unsung AHRMA volunteer? Let us know! Send to this address: ahrmamag@ahrma.org Heartland Cross Country Volunteers (L to R): Diedra Parks (computer), Becky Hayes (scorer), Zahn Lewis (timekeeper), Tamara Lewis (scorer) Photo credit: Joe W. Koury

Friday saw a bunch of us scrambling to salvage what we could of the course, and those who rode Saturday's shortened but miserable and muddy race will attest that it was challenging, to say the least. Everyone who finished Saturday's races should have a #1 plaque! The even shorter Sunday race was somewhat better but was still greasy in spots. Still, I was encouraged by the smiles seen by the finishers, and I appreciate all the kind comments and understanding from the AHRMA

Jeff DeBell. Without his efforts there would not have been a Cross Country race at Heartland photo credit: Kevin McIntosh

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Famous flagman, Ed Bargy with his wife, Sue photo credit: Kevin McIntosh

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Jon Schultz is a dedicated roadracer and tireless tech inspector. It’s always a treat to engage Jon at Tech early in the morning, before the coffee kicks in, and have him check your bike and paperwork, and inquire about your state of mind or wellbeing. Thanks for all you do Jon. Photo credits: Kevin McIntosh & etech

Roadrace volunteers who handle the grids and waves (L to R): Les Lewis, Kaitlyn Faulkner, Rolando Ampier, Sue Witalka and Lois Innes Photo credit: Kevin McIntosh

Chris Todd on the left, from Kansas. He’s been handling tech inspections for the nationals for a number of years. Good guy; great volunteer. Todd Steppke on the right. Photo credit: Kevin McIntosh

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More roadrace crew we couldn’t function without - (L to R): Cal Lewis, Gregg Bonelli, Michelle Le Clear-Fisher, Kirk Fisher and Mike Dixon Photo credit: Kevin McIntosh

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More than just an assembled by Joe w. Koury with the help of the racing community Dick Mann (June 13, 1934 – April 26, 2021) was an American professional motorcycle racer and two-time winner of the AMA Grand National Championship. Most seasoned riders and vintage motorcycle enthusiasts are familiar with Dick Mann, but a short bio is included here for those who aren’t. Mann was inducted in the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 1993, and the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998. He was one of few riders to compete in motocross, observed trials, flat track, TT and roadracing. Mann was the secondwinningest rider in AMA Grand National Series history 14

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with 24 national victories. His career on the pro circuit spanned the early 1950s to the mid-'70s. Mann rode his first motorcycle delivering newspapers on a Cushman scooter as a teen and he worked as a motorcycle mechanic after high school. His amateur racing career began in 1954 and he won his first AMA Grand National title in 1963. He won the prestigious Daytona 200 in 1970 on a Honda and repeated the following year on a BSA. Mann became the first rider to win motorcycle racing's career Grand Slam by winning Grand Nationals on the mile, half mile, TT, and roadracing

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have Dick as a member of the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA). He regularly competed in AHRMA vintage motocross events (blue bike #5) and was also involved in AHRMA race promotion and track layout dating back to AHRMA’s formative years. Dick left his mark in a big way. Condolences to the family and all his friends. We’ve assembled a few stories and anecdotes and appreciate those who contributed. Thanks also to Debbie Poole for her efforts in collecting the content and John McCoy for the additional information and photos.

JEFF SMITH Dick Mann and I were friends. I first met him at a TransAm event in 1970. Although our ages were within four months of each other, both born in 1934, my career was in decline while Dick’s was in full bloom. He went on to win the Daytona 200 in 1971 on a BSA having already won in 1970 on a Honda. He was also Captain of the USA team at the Transatlantic Match races in England. Oddly, Dick and I rode BSA Bantams during our very early competition days with the Atlantic Ocean and most of America between us. For some reason, which even Dick could not explain, his long-time friends called him Bugs or Bugsy. Kay always calls him Richard, but for me and thousands of his fans it is always Dick. Ed Youngblood calls him “the most versatile rider America ever produced” having read Ed’s excellent book—Mann of his Time—I can only agree. Dick was not all motorcycling; he was a history buff with a particular interest in the Civil War period.

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circuits. He retired from national competition in 1974. Mann was a designer and fabricator of frames and related parts throughout his career. In addition, he also worked for and acted as consultant to several motorcycle manufacturers and owned a business specializing in restoring and selling vintage racing motorcycles. His wife’s name is Kay. Earlier this year, AHRMA honored this icon of motorcycle racing with a new competition. It’s called the Dick Mann Team Challenge and brings together all of AHRMA’s onand off-road disciplines. The Dick Mann Team Challenge is based on teams made up of one competitor from each AHRMA competition discipline. We were all very proud to JULY 2021

We didn’t actually work together until I joined AHRMA as Executive Director in 1990. AHRMA was in financial difficulty and with a determined team of Fred Mork, Rob Stickler, Bob Barker, Dick and the rest of the Board, we managed to right the ship. Dick had a particular interest in off-road racing, but he appreciated the great work Jack Turner did with our roadrace program. Dick laid out many vintage friendly motocross and trials around the nation. He understood the type of tracks needed for the vintage motocrossers to have the most fun. There were no double or triple jumps in Dick’s layouts. He rode at most events, especially in the west. His machine preparation was always meticulous, and he built machines for many AHRMA racers. Just a couple of years ago we held a show at Steamboat Springs of machines Dick had built. There were more than 40 there, three of which were mine! Dick put together 1939, 1952 and 1959 500 Gold Stars for me. They are the pride of my collection. We met at board meetings and race events all over the country working together to improve AHRMA. Dick was instrumental in creating large parts of the rules we use and could be counted on to bring an eagle eye for interpretation. We didn’t always agree but did always arrive at an accommodation if only sometimes to not agree! There

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JOHN MCCOY The group that started the club which became AHRMA was largely Dick Mann's idea in the mid-1980s, and he organized vintage dirt bike rallies from 1985, with a little help from his friends. In the 1987 photo, two of Dick's heroes, Hap Jones and Tom Sifton, spoke to the crowd, to the obvious delight of Dick himself. To the right stand Kenny Roberts Sr. and Kenny Roberts Jr, with Kurtis just out of view. Other guests included Neil Keen, Mert Lawwill, Bart Markel, Jody Nicholas, Gay Nixon, and others. He built the #65 Matchless (red bike in the group photo) from parts. He always wore his Six Days helmet, and the sweatshirt said AHRMA.

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was no rancor in our discussions; we always explored and fine-tuned our opinions. Dick’s criticism was always constructive and between us we created some great AHRMA events. Some years ago, Dick was diagnosed with cancer of the throat. The treatment was difficult and the results debilitating. Dick never complained and bore the burden with dignity. Dick had a natural grace in all he did, racing motorcycles, conducting meetings or just conversations. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by all of us. God speed, my friend.

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I was living in New York City in the ‘80s, originally from Southern California. While I was at a local bookstore, I grabbed a copy of Dirt Bike Magazine off the rack. There was an article about the Dick Mann Dirt Rally at Sandhill Ranch in Northern California. There was a phone number listed at the end of the article, so I thought I would call to see if there were any such vintage motocross events on the east coast. A woman answered, and I told her I had seen the article. She said, “I’ll let you speak to my husband.” The woman was Kay, and of course her husband was Dick Mann. Mr. Mann told me there were not any vintage motocross events on the east coast, but he encouraged me to go to local tracks and see if any of them would be interested in running a vintage class. He sent me the CVRG (California Vintage Racing Group) rules. I contacted the AMA and got the number of the Metropolitan Sports Committee District 34 (NY State) and determined when their offseason meeting was. At the end of the meeting if there

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was time for any new business, they would allow me to speak briefly about what was going on “out west” with vintage bikes, which I did. After the meeting, the owners of Claverack MX in Hudson, NY, approached me and said they would offer a vintage class at their events.

rider on my 650 Rickman, he quietly pointed out how each corner he laid out had two lines through it (although most were simply following the guy in front). How I laughed when I zipped around a buddy I had been chasing for several laps when I remembered Dick’s advice.

That was in 1989, and I ended up being the first AHRMA NE coordinator. We eventually had AHRMA races in NJ, NY, PA, and New England following that inaugural year. After 30-plus years I still enjoy competing and spending time with the AHRMA family. Thanks Dick.

In the late 1980s, Jeff Smith joined AHRMA and between Jeff and Dick, our club never had better advice and more fun. Most of our enduro club members found vintage bikes to compete with in the trial and motocross. The races continued to grow and ended with us limiting motocross entries, requiring pre-entry and skipping the lunch break to get the 500 riders accommodated. The trial at its peak had over 160 entries and 18 sections. Great fun!

ROB STICKLER I first met Dick Mann in September 1982 or 1983. I was driving in Steamboat when the radio went to a live broadcast from a vintage motocross being held in town. As one of the “kingpins” of Timberline Trailriders, the local club that had put on an enduro for 15+ years, I was pretty interested in who dared do a motorcycle event in town without involving us. I found a small motocross event in a pasture with old bikes and this nice man explained what was going on. I realized he was famous, and Dick realized he’d found the local motorcycle group he needed to put on the event. That was the beginning of Timberline promoting the AHRMA motocross, trial and dirt track (and helping with the vintage and modern roadraces) in Steamboat until 1996. Every year Dick and Kay would arrive early, and Dick would lay out the track along with a cast of helpers. He brought trials enthusiasts and somehow got permission for us to use the ski jumping area downtown. Years later he and Beno Rodi and others pushed to get the dirt track event going at the local track. He was always insistent on the events being well run and period correct. As I struggled as a new motocross

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As I became more involved in AHRMA I saw that Dick was always at the events, be they in the Northwest or the Midwest. He’d lay out tracks, encourage local help, help with race order and scoring and usually put on a dazzling show of riding ability. I remember one race at Road America on the old off-road truck course (a smooth wide mx track) where almost everyone, including the corner workers, stopped to watch Jeff and Dick circulate the track like they were on two hovercrafts, shoulder to shoulder. I was elected trustee in 1993 so I got to know Dick a lot better. As a newbie, I was full of “new” ideas and questions about the rule book but Dick always patiently explained why and how the rule got to where it was, and it always made sense. His insight into motorcycles and racing was beyond reproach. And he always had that twinkle in his eye. After trying about every make of old bike, I finally asked Dick if he could build one for me and he agreed. Three

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DAVE AND CINDY WILSON, COLORADO Our daughter, Amanda, used to help at AHRMA events years ago. At an AHRMA national trial in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Amanda, a middle-schooler at the time, was tabulating scores from the rider loop cards as the riders came in. Dick was there and noticed that Amanda was struggling. Her calculator stopped working, and she was becoming frustrated. Dick stepped in and offered to show Amanda some tricks on how to tabulate the loop card scores quickly and easily. He worked with her until she got it, and then she was able to handle the job with confidence on her own. After that, Dick always spotted Amanda at events and came to say hello; Amanda was tall with beautiful red hair, so she was hard to miss. As an adult, Amanda attended the Premier and Classic event at Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a few years ago, and Dick spotted her watching the races by the side of the track. He stood with her for this photo (Mandy Wilson photo) to be taken, many years after her “Dick Mann math lesson.”

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years later I received my beloved Rigid Goldstar trials bike. When he delivered it, Jeff Smith looked it over and said it was just like the one his dad gave him after he was sacked by Norton but remarked Dick did quite a few things better that the BSA factory did. I remember exhausting myself with my usual inability to properly bring a BSA to life, asking Dick why he couldn’t fit an electric starter to my bike. Without hesitating he looked at me and said “Stickler, if I did that, you’d sprain your thumb!” His wit and wisdom never ended. I’ll miss him dearly but thank him for all the memories. 18

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In the early ‘90s my husband Rob and I decided to fly in to the AHRMA national at Grattan, MI. Vintage motocross and trials were offered in acreage adjacent to the roadrace course. A well-known character and AHRMA enthusiast, Jim “Smiley” Cameron, transported bikes from the west coast to the event, and among his load to Grattan were my CZ and Robʼs BSA. We arrived early enough to survey the MX area with Dick and others and set the stakes and ribbon for the track. At one juncture, a discussion between Dick and the others developed about a section that might be a challenge to some riders, and what might be done to make the route less intimidating. A solution seemed to be at hand when Dick turned to me and asked, ”What do you think, is this part going to be all right?” Although Rob had been fairly well-acquainted with him, I didnʼt know Dick well, and had only been around him since starting to ride in AHRMA events a couple of years prior. I was a novice rider, and not a very good one at that. Yet he wanted my opinion, and it wasnʼt a patronizing gesture. In effect, he wanted my OK. Not long after that I began to understand and observe when it came to AHRMA, Dick Mannʼs concerns were for the average rider, and those of lesser ability. Of course, he respected and enjoyed the fast riders, but he truly believed that AHRMA should cater to those short on natural talent, but long on enthusiasm. I donʼt think many recognized this in him, but many of his decisions and efforts in AHRMA came from this commitment to the average enthusiast. While AHRMA members are looking forward to the present and future with the upcoming Classic MotoFest at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, they are doing so with an eye on the past with the recent loss one of its founders and most cherished members. Mann, along with Fred Mork and Mike Green, started the California Vintage Racing Group, which would go on to become one of the charter groups under the AHRMA banner in 1989.

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“Dick spent his entire life around motorcycles and promoting vintage racing,” Mork said of Mann. “All motorcycle enthusiasts owe him so much. Dick Mann was a racer’s racer—meaning that the racers all looked up to him and people would try to emulate him. He stood out and had a lot of grit and was well-respected. He was the father of vintage motocross.” “We’re ready for a great experience,” said Rob Poole, a veteran of vintage motocross who’s been competing for 22 years. “We’re setting up a great track and hoping the atmosphere will be festival-like with all the different types of racing going on. I’ve always really liked Laguna Seca, and the road racers are very excited about coming because it’s a pinnacle track and it’s on everybody’s bucket list.” “We’re honoring Dick this season,” said Poole, who credits Mann with getting him into vintage racing in 1989. “This season is kind of hollow without him because he’s the guy who made this all happen. He worked tirelessly to help vintage racing take place and did a lot for the sport. He taught me a lot about motocross track layout and bike setup.”

“I’m looking forward to seeing and experiencing it. I’ve only ever seen it in a magazine, and I knew that it was a place I wanted to race someday.” Jorgenson recalls an encounter with Mann early in the AHRMA days that still sticks with him. “The first time I went to an AHRMA MX race and saw Dick, he told me that every time I came to one of those races, it was always going to be 1969 on the track. I thought that was really cool because that was a great period in motorcycle racing.” There’s no doubt Mann would’ve had plenty of input into how the motocross track at WeatherTech Raceway will be set up. (Segments of the preceding three paragraphs courtesy of and used with consent from Justin Shaw, Laguna Seca Communications Manager.)

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Well, the Classic MotoFest in the Heartland is in the books. If you didn’t make this, you missed one heck of an event. From my view, all the hours of work and planning were totally worth it. Seeing the smiling fans, workers and competitors told the story of the event. This was the first time in over twenty years that AHRMA was able to bring all disciplines together in one location. The very first of three (annual) Classic MotoFests showcased over 1300 competition entries during the event and a successful swap meet that will double in size for 2022 based on swap meet attendee feedback. The vintage bike show—with awards on Saturday—was well attended and showcased a very nice collection of proper vintage and classic examples. Livestreaming was used at the event for several of the shows and competitions. The hit of Friday evening was the All AHRMA Party. The very talented band, Crossroads 7, sponsored by Underground Racing Team (811) and Topeka HarleyDavidson, played our rock and country favorites. It was great seeing off-road and roadrace members enjoying the entertainment all together. A real hit that night was the pit bike slow race competition during band breaks. A wonderful evening for all. 20

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As I walked through the exhibitor area Saturday afternoon, I overheard a spectator on his phone, “Dude—where are you? This place is crazy. Something going on everywhere. Get here now.” I randomly would ask are you having a good time and would be thanked for bringing this to Topeka. A common question, “When do the sidecars run?” The first ever AHRMA vintage classic drag race event was Saturday night sponsored by Luke’s Racecraft. Exciting times watching vintage racers take the green light at the Heartland Motorsports Park world championship dragstrip. For me personally, a highlight was leading on-track parade laps for special spectators and having David Aldana ride as my sweep rider. Seroj Terian graciously loaned his winning race-prepped Harley 1200 Sportster for David to ride. When I told David what I had for him to ride, the ex-BSA factory rider looked at me and said, “Jim, I thought you were my friend.” We all enjoyed the on-track experience and I’m sure fans got a kick seeing Aldana taking laps on the road course. Oh, and not to forget, the great volunteers at this event. An event of this size cannot be accomplished without the outstanding AHRMA volunteers and

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staff. From parking competitors, to getting members registered in. Local area volunteers like the Christian Motorcycle Association members came out in numbers to support us as well. Individuals from surrounding communities showed up to be a part of our success. A something- for-everyone event. If you didn’t make it this year, don’t miss it next year. AHRMA has already committed to returning to Topeka for Memorial weekend 2022. Get it on your calendar to be at this world class facility for a top flite experience for competitors and spectators alike.

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he 2021 Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Historic Cup Roadracing Series moved to Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, KS, for rounds nine and ten. This was also AHRMA’s first Classic MotoFest with trials, cross country and motocross right across the street, vintage drag racing on Saturday night, a swap meet and bike show. We even had a street party with a great live band and an entertaining slow race. My son and I (The Joes) were anxious to make the relatively short trip after waiting two long years to return and enjoy this fine facility and racetrack. In 2019, we endured high winds and unseasonably hot temperatures hovering around 100 degrees. This year, Mother Nature flip-flopped on us; heavy rain and cold temps drowned the entire Thursday practice program, but the weather Friday

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through Sunday was cool and pleasant. We would also like to welcome the 19 new riders who graduated from Mark Morrow’s AHRMA Academy of Roadracing on Friday.

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Chris Akaydin grabbed the holeshot in the Le Mans start CB160 race followed by John Scales. Akaydin’s shift linkage gave up early in the race and Scales cruised to the win with Joe Koury finishing in second from his back row start. Tim Terrell completed the podium. On Sunday, Akaydin’s linkage repairs held up and he finished 10 seconds ahead of Koury with John Scales taking third. Charles Miller and Tim Terrell had quite an exciting and close race for 5th place. Alex McLean easily won the Pre-1940 race on a 1937 Norton Manx over Ralph Wessell and his 1937 Indian with the 1940 Indian Scout of Blake Wilson in third. They repeated the finishing order on Sunday

RACE TWO Seroj Terian won the Thruxton Cup Challenge race by four seconds over reigning champion, Clint Austin,

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with Gregory Glevicky grabbing third. Terian repeated on Sunday, followed by Patrick McGraw and Charles Steinman. Jeremy Maddrill beat Kyle Boisclair in the Phillip Island Challenge race and won again on Sunday. Dennis Donahoe finished first in BEARS and Herb Haigh took top honors in Novice Historic Production Heavyweight both days.

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in second. Edward Blount was third on Saturday and Jeff Whittemore took the final podium step on Sunday. Adam Harrison won Saturday’s Next Gen Superbike Middleweight race (’93 Honda CBR600F2) over Jonathan Hollingsworth (’89 Yamaha FZR400) and Shawn Smith (’89 Kawasaki EX500). Sunday it was Jonathan’s turn to win by a big margin with Harry Vanderlinden (’90 Honda Hawk GT) and Shawn Smith in a close battle for second eventually won by Vanderlinden. David Eulberg won both Vintage Superbike Middleweight races on a 1981 Ducati Pantah over Paul Elledge and Matt Joy on day one. Day two, it was Rick Richter second and Jeremy Maddrill third.

Too Hipp Racing’s father/son team traveled from California to split wins Saturday and Sunday in the Sportsman 500 class. It was too tight racing with father Stephen losing to son Kevin by less than a second on Saturday. Dad whipped Kevin on Sunday by an even narrower margin. Simon Brown finished RACE FIVE third both days. In Classic Sixties, Alex McLean rode his ’62 Norton Manx to a ten second victory over Dave There were three guys named Chris (Akaydin, Spargo Tompkins’ Vincent with Patrick McGraw less than a and Haesemeyer) winning races this weekend. second behind Dave on Saturday. Greg Tomlinson Haesemeyer (Triumph 675) grabbed his first hardand John Rickard swapped victories in Classic Sixties fought win over Gary Orr (BMW R9T Racer) by two 650. G.T. also rode another Triumph in Cross Country seconds in Saturday’s Formula Thunder clash. Orr competition. Colton Roberts (Yamaha RD250) built a large lead over Marc Brown (’69 Honda CB350) and Jarl Wathne (’76 Honda CB400F) in Saturday’s Formula 250 battle. Joseph #94: Ryan Rader Ackley (Yamaha RD250) wanted photo: etech in on the action Sunday and beat Colton by a half-second with Marc Brown third.

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won on Sunday followed by Brian Dobrowolski and a tight battle for third that Brett Folkerts won over Jim Padron and Patrick Lansu. We were pitted at turn eight, the chicane, and watched several adrenalinpumped riders straighten the turn right into wet grass and puddles, but no one went down. BOT2 was the Tony Prust show both days over Clint Austin and Bob Robbins. Randy Sullinger won Next Gen Superbike Lightweight on his Yamaha FZR400 over Andrew Mauk (Honda VF500F) and Shawn Smith Saturday. He had a margin in Sunday’s win, but behind him Monty Stauffer, Andrew Mauk and Jonathan Hollingsworth were separated by just one second. Great racing.

RACE SIX Sidecar time. Brett Leveque (driver) and Brian Dobrowolski (passenger) won Modern USF1 in their Shelbourne screamer both days. In Modern TT2, Dale Lavender (driver) and daughter Muirisha Lavender (passenger) split wins with Tony Doukas (driver) and Lisa Doukas (passenger). They always put on a show, never more than one or two seconds apart. In the Super Vintage class, Tim Joyce (driver) and Renee Schuelke (passenger) won Saturday with Eric Trosper (driver) and Celia Trosper (wife and passenger) taking second and #10P sidecar Michael Platt driver, Karna Kerr passenger photo: etech

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Steve Baugh (driver) and Keith Adams (passenger) finishing third. The Lost Era team of Jacob Trosper (driver) and Emily Mauser (passenger) won both races. Formula Classic, both days, was a win for Paul Koehler (driver) and Andrea Blake (passenger). Vintage SC1 was a double win for Michael Platt (driver) and Karna Kerr (passenger).

RACE SEVEN This was a fine combination of two different classes, Formula 500 and 500 Premier. (500 Premier is the 2021 Featured Vintage Cup.) It was a Chris Spargo/ Mark Morrow RD400 showdown in Formula 500 with Spargo getting a narrow win on Saturday and a little more breathing room for his victory on Sunday. Dan Sokolich (Saturday) and Martin Morrison (Sunday) finished third. They mixed it up with the highly competitive 500 Premier class which included fast riders and a nice assortment of vintage racers: Tim Joyce (’62 BMW R-50); Andrew Mauk (’69 Honda CB450); Wes Orloff (’67 Honda 450); Dave Roper (1970 Harley Davidson ERTT); Tony Read (’71 BSA B50); Jerry Duke (’67 Ducati 350 Scrambler); Andy Findling (’61 BSA Gold Star); Colton Roberts (’67 Triumph T100). On the first lap it was tight: Spargo, Orloff, Joyce, Mauk, Morrow, Roper, Duke, Read. Morrow moved up a few positions to keep Spargo in sight, but the Orloff/Joyce/Mauk train was beginning to leave the station and gap the other Premier 500 competitors. On lap three, Orloff came into the chicane too hot and had to straighten the turn, losing several positions. He would eventually get back around Tony Read but ran out of laps. Joyce took the win with Mauk four seconds back and Dave Roper third. On Sunday, Orloff led Joyce and Mauk for four laps, once again the three riders hooked up like a train and putting some distance on the rest of the pack. Wes was on the big front drum brake hard entering turn eight causing the rear end

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of the bike to squirm. It was pretty gutsy. On lap five, Mauk passed Joyce and Findling finds the mud after going straight through eight. But on lap six, Orloff went to the well one too many times entering the chicane and straightened it out again. He recovered quickly and came back onto the track. Traffic was snarled enough for Joyce to get ahead of Mauk. He held on for a 1.1 second win with Orloff 1.3 seconds behind Mauk. Not bad for an old-but-very-special BMW’s first crack at the 500 Premier.

RACE EIGHT SOT3 was a race long battle between Chris Haesemeyer and John Dueser with a couple lead changes on Saturday. Haesemeyer won by less than two seconds on Saturday over Dueser with Zach Thomas third. It was Zach’s turn to chase Chris on Sunday. He took the lead on lap three, but it didn’t stick. He was right there at the finish though. Chris won by less than a half second with John Dueser third. Sportsman 750 was, once again, a Jeff Hargis and Matt Esterline showdown. Jeff won both days, but Matt gave him all he wanted on Sunday. Michael Dixon and Bruce Sass completed the podiums. Mark Hoyt (Yamaha FZ09) won the Vintage Superbike Heavyweight race over Dennis Parrish (Honda CB900F) Saturday with Will Brint (Honda CBX) third. Sunday it was Parrish, Brint and Kyle Boisclair (Kawasaki KZ650).

RACE NINE Tim Joyce rode his ’39 Indian to victory over Ralph Wessell and Blake Wilson (both on ’37 Indians) in Class C Handshift both days. Alex McLean won both Class C Footshift races on a ’37 Norton Manx over Dave Tompkins (’48 Vincent Comet) and Grant Spence (’50 AJS 350). Saturday’s Novice Historic Production Lightweight finishing order: Beasley Ayers, Corey Golla, Winston Spencer. Mitch Skaggs won on Sunday over Ayers by a whisker with Golla

third. Chris Spargo clawed his way through the pack after a bad start on his ’68 Yamaha YCS1 after Chris Akaydin built a six second lead over John Scales and Joe Koury. Spargo passed Akaydin on the last lap and Akaydin tossed it in turn 14 trying to return the favor. Scales would fade after his shift linkage failed but managed to finish a distant third behind Koury. On Sunday, Spargo grabbed an early lead. Akaydin chased him but never closed the gap finishing 12 seconds back. Mitch Barnes and John Scales chased Joe Koury the entire race, but Koury held on to finish third by a scant .2 seconds.

RACE TEN BOT1 featured quite a battle between Randy Sullinger and Gary Orr. Orr led the early laps, but Sulllinger nipped him at the line by a tenth of a second on Saturday with Paul Canale in third. Orr won Sunday’s race by two seconds over Sullinger with Brian Larrabure third. Mike Harlow won both Motard races over Paul Elledge and Ryan Rader. Saturday’s Formula Vintage race finishing order: Jeff Hargis, Matt Esterline, Dennis Parrish. Will Brint won on Sunday followed by Parrish and Keith Powell.

RACE ELEVEN The 350 Sportsman class always entertains, and Marc Brown beat Kevin and Stephen Hipp on Saturday, Kevin finishing ahead of Stephen by a tenth of a second. Sunday’s finish was a thriller with Kevin first, Brown second and Stephen third all finishing within one second of each other. Dave Roper won 350GP on Saturday over Alex McLean and Walt Fulton. Sunday’s finishing order: McLean, Fulton, Jerry Duke. Matthew Joy (Suzuki GS450E) won Vintage Superbike Lightweight both days over Bruce Sass and John Rickard both riding Yamaha singles. This is a fun class and easy to build a bike without breaking the bank. Come race with us! Chris Spargo won Saturday’s Formula 125 race. I had a heck of

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a time getting around Greyson Rogers and Randy Knoop to finish second. Knoop and Rogers fought to the end, Knoop just getting Rogers at the finish. I had a six-lap battle with Rogers on Sunday. I blew turn six and let Greyson by on the last lap but was able to reel him in at the finish and win by half a wheel.

RACE TWELVE Ralph Staropoli rode his Honda NSF250R to wins both days in SOS2 followed by Mike Harlow and Dave Frick. Jim Barker and Christian Jensen split wins in the Next Gen Superbike class. Ryan Ambrose showed up on a well-developed Big D Cycle ’79 Triumph T140 and won the Formula 750 race Saturday over Kenny Cummings (’68 Norton Seely Commando) and Martin Morrison (Honda CB550). Sunday it was Ambrose, Mark Morrow (Yamaha RD400) and Cummings. It was Ryan’s first race in seven years and the first time the bike had been raced. It featured an Ed Mabrymodified stock frame, Maxton shocks, AP brakes, centerfire cylinder head, long rods an M4 exhaust and several other trick components.

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RACE THIRTEEN In SOT1 action, Brian Dobrowolski chased Chris Haesemeyer for six laps, narrowed the gap on lap five but came up short by two seconds at the checkers with Jim Padron third. Sunday’s finishing order was the same, but Dobrowolski did tighten the gap at the finish. Ralph Staropoli rode his Honda RS250R to wins in both Open 2-Stroke races with Greg Glevicky second and Dave Frick third Saturday. Sunday’s runner-up was Frick followed by Frank Schoenbeck. Saturday’s SOS1 race was a thriller with Mike Robinson chasing Kevin Brown lap after lap. Brown won Saturday by less than a second with Brad Richtsmeier finishing third. Sunday it was a Richtsmeier/Brown/Robinson finishing order all separated by less than two seconds. Worth the price of admission, that one. Arthur Kowitz won Formula Lightning Saturday in the electron-powered class followed by Curt Comer and Richard Illman. Sunday, Comer grabbed another second behind the winner, Illman.

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Whew. Almost there. Last but certainly not least, it was another Chris Haesemeyer, Gary Orr, Brian Dobrowolski throwdown of blazingly fast laps. Haesemeyer won both races with Orr second on Saturday and Dobrowolski second on Sunday by a tick. Dobrowolski ran wide in turn eight on Saturday and ended up in that annoying little ditch full of mud in the chicane. He saved it though. Haesemeyer set the weekend’s fastest lap time on Sunday, a 1:46.658. A great big thank you to all the volunteers who make these race weekends happen. And a special thanks to Jim Doyle and crew who managed to very successfully organize and deliver AHRMA’s first Classic MotoFest.

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Anticipating

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Grand Marshal Russ Hendron

HRMA Classic Drag Racing? You read it correctly. The Heartland Classic MotoFest was an AHRMA first and so was Saturday evening’s Classic Drag Racing, sponsored by Luke’s Racecraft, organized and orchestrated by AHRMA trustee, Jim Korn. We headed over to the NHRA-sanctioned quarter mile drag strip after a day of playing on the pavement to catch the racing under the lights in single elimination, king-of-the-hill format. There were three vintage classes, two superbike classes and plenty of sidecars eager to try something different. Eventually, we saw quite a few of the AHRMA roadracers enjoying the pure thrill of their bikes’ horsepower without a single twist or turn to slow them down. And power is what drag racing is all about, from building horsepower, to riding the horsepower to listening to horsepower in the grandstands. We witnessed some power; even the Motard riders and electric bikes took their unlimited runs down the strip along with many of the modern roadrace class machines. A list of a few vintage bikes participating: Jim Korn 1973 Kawasaki H1; Dennis Parrish 1974 Kawasaki Z1; Tim Terrell 1971 Honda CL350; Matt Esterline 1977 Honda CB750; Herb Haigh 1972 BMW R75/5; Michael Platt 1968 Kawasaki W1. As much as we enjoyed the AHRMA competitors, we were also impressed by the runs made by Grand Marshal Russ Hendron’s top fuel, twinengine Harley-Davidson drag bike. A big thanks to Russ from Crazy Horse Garage and bike owner, Ray Sender from Air Cooled Motors. Jim Korn also wanted to thank all the AHRMA staff who helped that weekend.

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am writing this race report from a trail boss's perspective, and it should be titled "How AHRMA Teamwork Turned Lemons into Lemonade." (Thanks, Becky Hayes, for the idea!) After a yearlong Corona delay, hopes and spirits were high for a great three-day weekend of cross country racing to augment the full MotoFest menu of roadracing, trials, motocross, Saturday night drag racing, swap meet, and bike show. I had over six miles of off-road trails laid out which included a couple of lengthy and fast grass track sections. Earlier in the week, Trampas Parker and Off-road Director Tony Paul walked the entire course, made a couple of good changes, and

then topped it off by brush hogging the majority of the course. As Flounder said in Animal House, "This is gonna be great!" And then Mother Nature stepped in. The rain moved in Thursday during the wee hours, and before it moved on for good Thursday afternoon, nearly four inches of rain fell and pretty much wrecked several spots on the course. Tony went and looked at the course and came back shaking his head. Eddie Parks and I rode a lap and came in disheartened. Fred Hoess rode a lap and said, "Yeah, it's gonna be tough." When a guy with 19 Six Days gold medals says it's going to be tough, that's a sure bet that it will be brutal on the vintage bikes and less experienced riders. The schedule called

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sections were cut completely out with new bypass trails hacked out of the cedar trees and underbrush. I cannot thank the AHRMA family enough for being part of the solution!

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for Vintage and Post Vintage races on Friday, with Post Vintage on Saturday and Vintage again on Sunday. Tony agonized over calling off the Friday races, a decision made even tougher considering this was our first shot out of the gate with the MotoFest concept at Heartland. Canceling Friday was the right call, however. Racing on Friday would have been miserable for everyone and would have put the course out of commission for the rest of the weekend. Friday was spent re-routing and salvaging the better parts of the course, and that is where AHRMA teamwork came into play big time. When riders found they wouldn't be riding on Friday, well over a dozen found me and volunteered their services. It would take another complete paragraph to name everyone who stepped up, but you know who you are, and the entire AHRMA cross country field owes you huge thanks for your hours of hard work. I do mean hours, too, as it took from right after breakfast to well past supper before all the work was done. The course was basically split into a four-mile east loop for Saturday and a short two-mile loop for Sunday with Vintage and Post Vintage classes racing both days. Several JULY 2021

23 hearty souls lined up Saturday morning for the Vintage cross country. It was going to be a true test of rider and machine as a couple of ugly spots remained. The riders blasted off the line and the moment they hit the woods it was clear that the dark Kansas soil had soaked up the rain and held onto it. Corners were greasy, sloppy spots got churned into soup, and even the grass track which had a day to dry out quickly became a mess. Dry, it would have been a fun, swoopy, turny affair that could have easily been ridden in third and fourth gears, but wet it became a mile long torture test of slippery turns that got worse with each lap. Gary Broyles put his Yamaha out front in the Sportsman 200 Expert class and led the race from start to finish. Mark Sturdevant churned up the mud with his big BSA thumper for second overall, and Clayton Moore snuck his Husky by Mike Parker's Honda on the last lap to grab third overall. One of my favorites was roadracer Greg Tomlinson, "GT," who was hooting and hollering the whole time on his Triumph 500 twin. At the finish he shouted, "That was a blast!" He said he was sorry he wouldn't be able to race Sunday due to roadrace commitments. It is nice to see discipline crossover. Linda Dowell, also a roadracer, rode her first ever cross country race, and soldiered herself into a second place finish right behind Trini Cunningham. Kyle Bowen, one of the Hagerty Insurance gang, rode his first cross country as well, taking first Post Vintage 200 Novice. There were four guys from Hagerty at Heartland experiencing the MotoFest weekend. Hagerty is one of AHRMA's major sponsors, and it was nice to meet the Hagerty crew. They all thought it was a pretty nice "business trip" and we look forward to racing with them again soon. 37 Post Vintage competitors lined up joking about how they could blame the Vintage guys for messing up their track. A few Vintage riders hadn't had enough of the slop and muck and wheeled Post Vintage bikes to the line, including John Bowman, Bill Ryburn, and Mike Parker. The Open Expert class would be the one to watch for this race with Clayton Farris, Dennis Burnett and Bob Thornton intent on keeping Six Days vet Fred Hoess off the podium. I don't know what happened on the first lap, but Farris, Thornton and Burnett came through the scoring caboose 1-2-3 with Hoess way back in 23rd place. Whatever the issue was, Fred got it sorted out and was in fifth the next time around, third after 3 laps, and was first to the checkered flag after four laps of horrible, greasy trail. He later went to town and spent $25 at a car wash to get the bike cleaned up for Sunday! Dennis Murphy topped the Post Vintage 60 Experts

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on the Yamaha followed by Bill Rozell's Husky leading the Pre-Modern Intermediates. Bob Ragon (Husky) led the Post Vintage 50 Intermediates, followed by Eddie Parks (second Post Vintage 60 Expert) and the Kawasaki of Dylan Alkire who won the Post Vintage 200 Intermediate on a weekend membership. Sure hope he decides to become a full member for continued racing success. Saturday's course was tough on the Vintage field, tough on both rider and machine, but Sunday morning a dozen riders decided valor was the better part of discretion and lined up to tackle the short course. The big grass track had two days of wind and scattered sun to dry out, and although it was still fairly slick, it was a lot better than Saturday's offering. The grass track was basically one big #500: Jason Cuckle spiral which phot r o: Stev e Quinn

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curved in on itself, tightening to the center where a 180-degree turn sent you back out the way you came. Thanks to Chris Carter at Motion Pro and Tahlon Vohland at Acerbis, both grass tracks were lined with literally miles of ribbon. On the big spiral, as long as you had ribbon on the side you were turning, you were good to go. It looked confusing with riders passing riders going the opposite direction just 20 yards away, but it worked well to maximize the space in the field and there were no mishaps. In a repeat of Saturday's race, Gary Broyles put his Yamaha in the lead and never looked back. He got in 10 laps before the checkers flew! Jason Cuckler, riding Post Vintage Open Novice on a Suzuki, also put in 10 laps to take second overall. Flyin' Brian Miller showed that little bikes can do it, too, doing nine laps on his Hodaka for third overall and first Vintage 60 Intermediate. Mark Sturdevant's big BSA topped the Premier Experts at fourth overall and John Bowman rounded out the top five on his Penton Berkshire winning the Sportsman 100 Intermediate class. Three women all brought home first place awards with Becky Hayes and her trusty IT taking the Post Vintage Women's Intermediate class win, former AHRMA Board member Debbie Poole topping the Classic Intermediates on her CZ, and roadracer Linda Dowell returning for a Vintage Women's novice win aboard an SL125. God bless Bill Ryburn and his sense of humor. He toppled his steel tank Penton in a sloppy corner and stalled it. I was nearby and jogged over to help him up. His boots were muddy, and he was having a hard time kicking the bike over

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with his boot slipping off the kicker. I offered to give it a go, and after a couple of kicks the old Penton lit off. Bill quipped, "I was kind of hoping it wouldn't start. I'm getting a little tired after yesterday's races!" Yup, Bill rode both Vintage and Post Vintage races on both days in the 70+ class. They don't make 'em any tougher than that! The Post Vintage ranks were thinned some from Saturday as well, with 27 of Saturday's 37 entries deciding they needed more abuse. After Saturday's epic battle between Fred Hoess and Clayton Farris, everyone was anxious to see what Sunday's green flag would bring. All I can say is that Fred put on a grass track clinic. Clayton is no slouch on two wheels, as anyone who's raced against him (more than likely behind him!) will tell you, but Fred just found another gear and consistently ran 15 seconds faster per lap than Clayton, who by his own right was posting some scorching lap times. Hoess lapped the entire field, including Clayton on the last lap, and Clayton lapped everyone as well. Fantastic racing by these two fast guys. Eddie Parks smoked his Honda to third overall, winning the 60 Expert class, followed by the Husky of Bob Ragon who aced the 50 Intermediates. Brent Mitchell was first 200 Intermediate and fifth overall, with ISDE vet Suzy Moody just two seconds behind as sixth overall and runner-up 50 Intermediate. Many of both the Vintage and Post Vintage riders went straight from the cross country finish line to the motocross track. There is probably more "bleed over" between XC and MX than with the other AHRMA disciplines, but we also have trials, roadracers, and dirt trackers who like to get dirty in the woods, too. If it JULY 2021

involves two wheels, chances are it's fun! Finally, thank you to all the cross country racers who endured the scheduling and format changes. A number of competitors came up to me afterwards commenting on how they could see that it would have been a great course if only it was dry. A lot of people thanked me for salvaging the weekend, including a nice email from Debbie Poole, but as noted above, it was not me. It was a whole lot of AHRMA folks who made the weekend even moderately successful. These are the folks you camp next to, share meals with, help with mechanical issues, and line up next to on race day. You don't know how close Tony, Becky, and I were to just throwing in the towel on this race, but at the 11th hour a bunch of fine AHRMA folks stepped up and asked, "What can I do to help?" They are the ones who turned a bushel of lemons into at least a small glass of lemonade. Heartland was AHRMA teamwork in action. Thank you all!

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Motocross words by: Albert Newmann Easily the most anticipated event for 2021, with the unique ability to walk across the parking lot to either race or spectate the roadrace happenings and off-road offerings, just south of Topeka, KS, sits the Heartland Motorsport Park where AHRMA has held roadracing but never off-road events. For the Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Vintage Motocross, Race Tech National Post Vintage Motocross and Next Gen Motocross Series portions of this MotoFest, we were treated to a vintage scrambles type course designed by former world motocross champion Trampas “Chad” Parker. AHRMA had 25 states represented in this inaugural event with members from as far away as Massachusetts, Florida, Washington, and Southern California. It was a rain-filled week leading up to the race so track and parking conditions were on people’s minds Saturday afternoon we were off and running with our vintage motocross program and for race one it was a

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large, combined gate featuring our Vintage Open Age Expert and Vintage 60+ Intermediate classes. Multi-class perennial champion Bob Bean was on the line for this race and within two turns of each moto, Bob rocketed to the lead. The racing in the Intermediate group was slightly different; CZ-mounted Chris Dublin worked his way to first place in moto one to hold off

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Kansas native Tom Bridgess along with Alan Hamilton, and Kent Hanson. Dublin put space between the rest of the pack on lap three and took the moto win. In moto two Hanson led the first lap and a half until Texan Alan Hamilton overtook him. Hanson slipped back in the pack and eventually out of the moto with a mechanical. Dublin finished second and Bridgess third. Chris Dublin had the win on the day with a 1-2 finish and it was Hamilton second overall with his 3-1 moto finishes. Bob Bean took first place in the Vintage Open Age Expert class with Mike Parker placing second.

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and Dowell to battle for the win. Parker took the overall with a 3-1 finish and Dowell’s 2-2 scorecard earned her second overall. Great racing! The always competitive class of our 60+ Vintage Experts were on the line in race four with Trey Jorski holeshotting each moto leaving Bob Bean, Bubba Dennis, Dennis Murphy, Kelly Shane, and a slew of other fast guys from across the country competing for podium positions. Bean took second place and Shane third in the first moto. The second moto was intense as Dennis and Bean ran tire-to-tire, but it was Dennis in the lead holding Bean off for the moto victory. Bean secured second place overall with a 2-3 finish and Dennis’s 5-2 finish put him into third place for the day.

The race two novice gate was dramatic. Billy Cole (Suzuki TM125) proved you can take a butter knife into a sword fight and win. Cole jumped to the lead of the combined Open Age, 40+, and 60+ Novices and Race six was notable with the 70-year-old Expert never looked back winning the first moto in the 60+ class mixed with the younger 40+ Intermediates, class. Things got off to a jumpy start in moto two Premier 500 Intermediates, and Premier 500 Experts. as Cole early-bumped the rubber band and found it As in all prior races for the 2021 season, 70+ Expert tied up in his front and rear wheels. Cole was turned backward to the gate for the penalty on the restart. It did not seem to matter. By the first turn he was in third place and on to #819: Sherri Parker, victory in his class only trailing #913X: Linda Dowell the eventual 40+ Novice winner photo: Bobby Hedge Phillip Bush from Missouri. Chris Laclair edged out perennial champion Michael Welden each moto for the overall win in the Open Age Novice class. Our Women’s Novice group dropped on the second gate of this race, and it was a duel to the end of each moto as Dallas Winter took her Yamaha to victory in moto one with Linda Dowell and Sherri Parker battling for second. In moto two mechanical issues dogged Winter which left Parker JULY 2021

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racer Rick Williams, out of Apache Junction, AZ, led each moto and dominated the gate with his BSA. Pauly Chambers easily won the 40+ Intermediate class over another perennial champion, James Golliher, and the amazingly fast Sam Huggins taking each moto win and second overall in the gate of various classes on the track together. Kelly Shane of Big Sky, MT, aboard his gorgeous BSA, secured victory with 1-1 finishes in the Premier 500 Expert class. Races seven through ten featured some great racing that included Mike Parker edging out Dan Johns in Classic 125 Expert and Mike Bickley winning the Classic 125 Intermediate with Steve Allen coming in second. Jordy Burnette squeaked out a win over some fast competition in Sportsman 250 Expert with Eddie Parks taking second and Robert Thornton finishing third. Glenn Gallimore won the Premier Lightweight Expert class over Beno Rodi in race eight and Bill Rockley won the Sportsman 250 Intermediate race over the extremely fast Jacob Taylor who appeared to suffer the dreaded gearbox dilemma on his vintage Honda CR250 in moto two. In race nine Charlene Campbell won the Sportsman 500 Intermediate class with James Golliher finishing second and Dennis Murphy winning the Sportsman 125 Expert class. More impressive was how Murphy was the gate leader featuring bikes four times the displacement of his own. Philip Bush edged out John Nelson and Dennis Jeffries for the Sportsman Novice class overall and Linda Dowell won the Classic Novice class in race ten. That evening many of the racers headed over to the Heartland drag strip to watch some interesting matchups on the drag way and celebrated a great day of racing. Meanwhile, Trampas Parker and the crew were on the motocross course making modifications to technically challenge the faster Post Vintage-era motorcycles. Sunday’s Post Vintage and Next Gen racing was off 34

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to an amazing display of speed as the Post Vintage 50+ and 60+ Expert gates were combined. The most decorated American ISDE racer ever faced off against one of the best motocrossers to join the AHRMA motocross circuit with Fred Hoess and Trey Jorski on the track at the same time. Hoess competing in the 50+ Post Vintage Expert class and Jorski in the 60+ Post Vintage Expert class put on a show of speed and skill. Jorski was flawless out of the gate, but today Hoess pressed hard and fast to move around Jorski. The corner speed of Hoess was incredible. Wheelieing out of nearly every corner, Hoess not only led but eventually put a gap between him and Jorski. It was a sight to see and talking to Jorski after the race he felt his vintage KX400 might have given him some cornering advantage on this style track, but he recognized Fred’s Ultima Husky 250 and riding style fit the track much better than he and the bike did on this day. Watch for Jorski’s CR480 Honda to make a reappearance in the fall. Oh yeah, the gate was stacked with some of the best 50 + and 60+ Post Vintage riders in the country. Bob Bean managed to fend off Dennis Murphy and a host of others to take second place overall in the 60+ Expert class with Murphy earning third. In Post Vintage 50+ Expert it was Dennis Burnett going 2-2 for a secondplace finish over Steve Blakely. And Brad Nuckolls and Richard Freund swapped moto wins in the 50+ Intermediate class with Nuckolls earning the overall. Hoess also appeared in race five in the Ultima 250 Expert race and won again as Bob Bean took second and Karl Poindexeter finished third. Suzy Moody won the Post Vintage Women’s Expert and Jordy Burnett dominated an extremely fast Grand Prix 250 Expert class. Gavin Moore, riding a historic-era Honda, easily won the Historic 250 Expert group, and it was Bill Patton taking the win over Tim Eubanks in Historic 500 Expert. Race seven was our Next Gen gate. This may have

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been the first time I witnessed Charlene Campbell not holeshot a race as the super-fast Dale Schmick of Topeka, KS, was off to early leads each moto and ran away from the various Next Gen classes. In doing so Schmick won the Current Two-Stroke 125 AM Intermediate and Campbell put in a great ride behind Schmick winning the Next Gen Women’s Expert class aboard her Yamaha. Other notable class winners were Wesley Wallace winning the Millennium TwoStroke 250 Intermediate, Mike Parker winning the Next Gen 1 – 500 Expert, Chris Todd winning the Millennium Two-Stroke 250 Expert, and Scott Sears winning the Next Gen 60+ Expert class. It was fun watching the more modern bikes navigating a 1970sera scrambles type track! Race eight was a mild surprise from our Atlantic, IA, contingency of riders who travel together. Dennis Murphy is possibly the group’s fastest racer! Today it was his travel mate, Robert Thornton, taking victory away from Murphy winning the small-bore Grand Prix 125 Expert class. Craig Kirchner (2-1) beat Mike Bickley (1-2) for first in the Ultima 125 Intermediate and Jamie Adams ran away from the pack on his YZ100 in the Ultima 125 Expert class. The lightly modified, but efficiently lightweight 100cc of Adams proves the speed of the early ‘80s Yamaha 100s. Makes you wonder why they quit making them. The second most entertaining race of the day was Next Gen Pre-Modern 500 Intermediate. Of all the Next Gen classes, the Pre-Modern has been in existence prior to the addition of full disc brake bikes and has remained popular. The Pre-Modern 500 Intermediate class featured a fast newcomer this year from Texas, Steven Sinclair, but also brought out prior champion Greg Conn, fast Missouri native Richard Freund, and Rory O’Neill of Indianapolis, IN, all on Yamaha YZ490s. O’Neill’s great start in moto one was short lived as the points leader on the year, Sinclair, did not allow it to stick and opened a nice lead on lap three of moto one to win it. The second moto was slightly different as Sinclair and O’Neill both entered the first turn together and remained nearly side-by-side for the first lap. It was not as easy in the second moto for Sinclair to shake O’Neill. On lap three, O’Neill made his move with the two racers swapping positions the next few corners. O’Niell eventually secured the lead for the remaining lap and overall victory. Just superb, clean racing from these two competitors! Sam Huggins, on his beautiful early ‘90s Maico, and Jacob JULY 2021

Gergen swapped moto wins in the Next Gen 1 – 500 Intermediate with Huggins cruising to victory circle with a 2-1 finish. Race ten was our other Novice gate and final race of the day. Kyle Smith, aboard his Ultima model Honda XR200, ran away from the competition in Next Gen Novice each moto and most likely a bump to the intermediate class in the future. Several of the Hagerty Insurance racing team were in race ten and it was Smith taking the top trophy for their team on this day. The Ultima Novice was a fun race as Baldwin City, KS, racer Casey Maxon worked his way through the pack each moto to first place to win this class with Evan Carly finishing second overall and Kyle Bowen of the Hagerty Team third. Scott Rohr won Grand Prix Novice, and Gary Hensley earned gold in the Next Gen 40+ Novice class. The Post Vintage Women’s Novice Class was fun to watch as Dallas Winter, AKA “the Bike Destroyer,” cobbled together another ride to win the first moto of her class. Sherri Parker switched her game plan and went back to her comfort bike, the XR200 Honda, and won the second moto and the overall for the day. Congratulations to you all! Just as the motos ended some sprinkles started to come down so everyone scurried in the pits to load up, but it was just a light reminder from Mother Nature of her presence. The weather forecast held off for this weekend and we had some great racing on this first-time track. We were blessed with no serious injuries and action-packed racing each day. This was a pure volunteer-managed event and while there were a few bumps here and there it was executed quickly with few problems. Our AHRMA volunteers and coordinators can all pat themselves on the back for a job well done and it could not have been accomplished without you.

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he Heartland Motorsports Park Classic MotoFest trials event for me was going to be the toughest off-road discipline to pull off as the terrain was mostly flat. I come from an area where we are surrounded by big hills and plenty of rocks so I had no vision. I expressed my concerns with the Trialmaster for the event, 1981 National Trials Champion, World Trials Competitor and AHRMA Executive Director, Curt Comer. Curt stepped in and started cutting out brush and managed to carve out eight AMAZING sections. The sections were very safe and vintage friendly, yet very challenging. I ended up Kirn Family - L-R Zachary (First AHRMA trials event and father of Collin), Scott (grandfather and long time member), and Collin

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checking section eight and had a great time visiting with all the amazing families and riders who joined in on the action. We had one family three generations strong represented at the event. Scott Kirn (grandfather), Zachary Kirn (father), and Collin Kirn (son). Nothing makes me happier than to see a kid riding a TY80 through my sections grinning from ear to ear, and we should get more children involved in the great sport of trials. 22 riders showed up to ride HMP, and let me tell you we had some heavy hitters out there with riders like Matt Parsons winning the Premier Heavyweight class by only 3 marks over AHRMA Trustee and Northwest regional coordinator, Kelly Shane. Mark Sturtevant representing Alabama won the Premier Lightweight class barely edging out Dennis Simoes. Two-time world motocross champion, Trampas Parker, had a tight battle with Dennis Burnett in the Modern Classic Expert class. However, Burnett would end up edging Parker for the win with a brilliant third loop as Trampas remained consistent; it was not enough to overtake Burnett. In the Modern Classic Intermediate class Jordy Burnett convincingly won over Jemco Exhaust owner Mitch Barnes.

Other winners on the day included:

Modern Twin Shock Novice Thomas Hillard Modern Classic Novice Dylan Alkire Youth C Colin Kirn

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Six Ways to Sunday Code word: discomfort

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t’s worth discussing one important part of this story up front. The people I interact with seem to fall into two camps: those who embrace discomfort, and those who want nothing but comfort. In this modern society, it has never been easier to stay inside your comfort bubble. I am one of those who seeks out discomfort … and also revels in making it back to the “safety” of the known. Lately, I’ve been trying to discover where on the discomfortembracing/comfort-seeking spectrum I actually fall, and my trek to the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association’s Heartland Motofest was a telling time. My best stories never begin with an explanation of how comfortable I was. The whole scheme of Six Ways to Sunday is campaigning one motorcycle in six different kinds of racing. In itself, this is a recipe for being uncomfortable, and I nominated myself to do it. How bad could it really be? “You need to drive faster” were not the words I wanted to hear, hours into a day-long odyssey from Traverse City, Michigan, to Topeka, Kansas. Together 38

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with Kyle Bowen, who manages Hagerty’s motorcycle insurance program, I was rumbling down the road in a fully loaded pickup: three motorcycles, gear, and two people in a regular-cab, short-box ’99 Silverado. Such trucks have surely worked harder, but I’m not one to tax my equipment on the first leg of a journey. If we were late, so be it. We blew through the gates of Heartland Motorsports Park right as the wind began to pick up. After affixing plastic bracelets around our wrists, the kind couple who stayed late to check us in gave us our first bit of bad news. “The space for off-road camping was supposed to be over there,” they said, with a vague gesture into the dark sky that meant nothing to our road-weary minds, “but with all the rain in the last two weeks, it is just a swamp.” Tent camping in a gravel parking lot it is. Time to embrace the discomfort. After 14 hours together in the truck, the one-person tents felt all too cozy—an illusion that was rudely shattered when massive raindrops began to pelt the blue poly taffeta. As a native Kansan, I wasn’t surprised by the storm’s sudden, severe onslaught, but the gravel lot we were calling home was not

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equally prepared. The bottom of my tent soon felt like a waterbed. After four hours of trying our damnedest to sleep (and failing miserably), we admitted defeat, crawled into the truck, and headed for an early breakfast at a diner just down the road from the track. Little did we know that, 24 hours into the adventure with no appreciable sleep, the hard part hadn’t even begun. Coffee and pancakes gave us the will to live, and we headed back to the track to dry out the bikes for tech inspection. Bowen would ride my 1988 Honda XR200R in the same events in which I would be competing with the super-fresh ’89 Honda XR250R. I would be knocking out two of the six disciplines for my Six Ways to Sunday project. The cross-country course was laid out fresh for Motofest, but back-to-back weeks of heavy rain made the organizers nervous about how the course would hold up to hundreds

of riders ripping through the woods—if they would even be able to ride through it at all. Tech inspection was a breeze. Off-road disciplines are a lot less stressful in this regard simply because the speeds, and therefore the risk, are far lower than those experienced in road-course events. Does the throttle have a return spring? Brakes have stopping force? Race numbers clear and present? If yes to all three, you are more than likely good to go. The bare-minimum criteria likely caused the second headache of this trip. Due to the overcast and chilly weather, the course wasn’t drying out much as the Friday afternoon start-time approached. The organizers made the call to push the race a day in the hope that a warmer, sunnier, and windier Friday would help bring the course into shape. Friday then became a knock-around day for me and the motley crew of friends that had joined us for the weekend: Kyle Bowen, my passenger for the ride down; Casey, who lives near the track; and Evan, who flew in with a backpack full of riding gear for a weekend of fun. This was a reunion of sorts after

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our last race weekend in 2019 at the Barber Vintage Festival. With a racing schedule wiped clean by the weather, we had plenty of time to cook up dinner and walk around the paddock making friends while chatting motorcycles. The organizers even brought in a band for the kickoff party that evening.

We dug into the tool stash. Between my meager travel toolkit and Casey’s robust one (he only had to drive 20 minutes from home, so he packed everything, including the kitchen sink) we looked at spare O-rings—that were just the wrong size—and RTV sealer before settling on a real home-brew fix.

Saturday broke early, and I fired up the camp stove for some hot coffee to carry to the riders’ meeting. The weather was brisk if you stood still, but the temperature was perfect for vintage, air-cooled machines to race with minimal risk of overheating. The riders’ meeting ran longer than expected, leaving just 10 minutes for me to grab a helmet, fire up the XR250, and head across the street to the starting line. Not exactly a stressful margin, if everything went properly. I coaxed the XR to life—only to hear Evan’s voice cut through the dull roar of multiple exhausts.

Evan devised a plan to trim a sliver off a chunk of fuel hose. The inner diameter was a bit smaller than either of us really wanted, but it would still allow plenty of flow through the engine. We cleaned everything as best we could in a gravel parking lot while covered in oil and cinched down the 6-mm bolt that held the line in place. After topping off the oil, I tickled the kickstarter while Evan watched the line. The engine sputtered to life, and the bodged seal held strong through minutes of idling on the stand.

“Shut it down, shut it down!” In a short five or six seconds, my thumper engine had produced a sizable oil puddle. The group gathered around as I kicked the bike over with my thumb, ready to push the kill switch almost as soon as it fired. We quickly spotted the leak: the line that led from the oil pump up to steering neck-mounted oil cooler. Chaos ensued as we attempted to make the starting line in time, but after one attempt to disassemble/ reassemble, we realized this bike was not going to make the flag drop. I hadn’t driven across the country just to drink beer in a parking lot, though.

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We shut down the engine and walked over to the registration booth. By switching from the novice to the intermediate category, we could still manage to race that day—with a batch of faster, better prepared riders. Enter a different kind of discomfort. Add the thought that, at any point, the “new” seal could fail, pump out all my oil, and within seconds turn my freshly rebuilt engine to scrap metal, and there was a little bit of stress brewing. Luckily, humor interrupted this thought pattern. We started our machines and puttered over to the starting line where the other racers were gathering. My row was not incredibly popular, as my class had six competitors. The gentleman who lined up next to me had a battle-worn Husqvarna automatic.

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He leaned over after the starting instructions and asked if I had any pictures of my bike. Confused, I responded that of course I had pictures of the fresh build. “Good, because it’s never gonna look like that again. It’s muddy out there right now. Have fun!” AHRMA utilizes a dead engine start for its crosscountry races, meaning that riders must kill their engines roughly a minute before the starter waves the green flag for their row and sends them off racing. Unconcerned with being the first bike into the woods, I watched the experienced riders skillfully kick their machines and take off with a precision that, given the age of the machines, was really quite shocking. By taking my time leaving the line, I had clear trail in front of me and I immediately appreciated it. The course had clearly dried out a bit, but the mud was greasy and seemed bottomless. I was happy to have rolled on a new rear tire, but the fresh rubber didn’t feel very effective. There was no way to turn the throttle slowly enough to keep traction. The bottom-end torque I love so much when riding the XR250 on the sandy northern Michigan trails made any attempts at locomotion in the long mud slogs a tire-spinning, mud-flinging affair. My boots spent more time on the ground acting as outriggers than they did on the pegs. One thing that kept me going was knowing that the race length was set in time, not laps. If I could JULY 2021

manage to fumble my way around for one hour, I would be a finisher, and luck alone would put me in anything but last place. While struggling my way through the mucky course and watching as more skilled riders lapped me, it crossed my mind that my lack of speed might be preventing my success. Wheels are gyroscopes, and those only work if they are spinning, right? Good science, bad idea. Picking up the bike after dumping it at speed confirmed my original plan was the best for the situation at hand. I should have strapped a watch or timer of some kind to the handlebars so I could have an idea of where I was in the race. Without a time reference, it was difficult to properly ration my meager and rapidly decreasing strength. When the black-andwhite checkers appeared across the clearing that led into the old railway boxcar, which served as the checkpoint and finish line, I audibly sighed inside my helmet. The slog of a race wrapped, Bowen and I commiserated over cold drinks. Muddy gear dried on tailgates. Brats burned on the camp stove. As I lay down in my tent that night after an entire day spent in varying shades of discomfort, I couldn’t help but feel excitement at the thought of doing it all again. The XR and I had survived our first challenge of the Six Ways to Sunday adventure; the next day, the bike and I were scheduled to take on the motocross course—an event I’d never attempted. Right back to the uncertainty and discomfort.

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to promote the organization, spotlight some of AHMA’s best riders and show how much fun can be had on vintage off-road motorcycles—and the plan was hatched! AHRMA would field very experienced riders on vintage (35-ish-year-old) motorcycles against the best modern hardware and much younger riders to draw attention to how fast and fun AHRMA racing can be.

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he Perry Mountain 24-Hour Challenge, or PM24 as some refer to it, is a unique event in which teams race for a full 24 hours in an ironman format. It is one of only a few off-road events in the country that support this 24-hour format. Produced and hosted in Maplesville, Alabama, by the Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club since 2002, the PM24 is truly an amazing and incredibly fun event that takes a huge commitment to complete. AHRMA’s Executive Director, Curt Comer, and Off-Road Director, Tony Paul, thought this would be a great venue 42

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They quickly recruited long-time AHRMA member and former National Enduro rider Craig Hayes as team builder/mechanic to capitalize on his vast knowledge and experience with 1980s Husqvarnas. After many months of hard work, four “race ready” white-frame, twin-shock Husqvarnas emerged from Craig’s shop in Ramsey, IL, and were ready to compete. At the same time, Tony and Curt as team managers put together the AHRMA DREAM TEAM to compete in the “Elite” class at the PM24. And what a team it would prove to be! Riders included: TRAMPAS PARKER, from Okmulgee, OK, on a 1983 Husky 430. Trampas is an AMA Motocross Champion 1985-86 and competed in Motocross World Championships from 1988 to 2004, taking home two world championships during that time. TERRY CUNNINGHAM, from Greenback, TN, riding a 1983 Husky 430 Automatic that he made famous, winning four AMA Grand National Enduro Championships.

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FRED HOESS, out of Stanhope, NJ, riding a 1983 Husky 250. Fred is a 26-time ISDE starter with 19 ISDE Gold medals.

the spot. On race day, the team consisted of Bob Bean, Steve Blakley, Alan Drane, Kevin Hutchinson, Suzy Moody and Heith Parker.

TOMMY VEATOR, from Perry, GA, on a 1983 Husky 250. Tommy is a multiple-time AMA National Enduro Top Finisher.

On Thursday, the teams and volunteer support personnel began showing up at the track to do their part. Tim Hiemstra, an AHRMA racer and quite the wrench, arrived to assist Craig Hayes with race prep and mechanical support on race day for the Dream Team. Becky Hayes was there for most of the race tying up loose ends for any and everyone. Eddie and Diedra Parks arrived with a soon-to-be-emptied race trailer transformed into the team food trailer. The Parks donated the food and beverages for the AHRMA teams, ensuring that all dietary needs were met.

That was some serious talent representing AHRMA’s effort at Perry Mountain for 2021! In the meantime, word was getting out about the event. A second AHRMA team to provide a larger presence for AHRMA while representing the club level or amateur racer was taking shape. It would come to be known as the Vintage 6 Team. Curt Comer and Suzy Moody formed the team and planned to ride together in honor of Suzy’s late husband, Paul Fann, who was also one of Curt’s best friends. Curt was unable to ride due to last minute scheduling problems and Heith Parker picked up JULY 2021

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Laura’s Mini Cooper for runs into “town” for ice and ice cream. Jim, whose moto background includes providing support at the Dakar Rally, was brought in to support the Dream Team with battery and lighting requirements. That scope grew to include the Vintage 6 Team, so Jim quickly recruited the assistance of Eddie Parks who brought his unquenchable smile and positive attitude to the effort. There are a lot of batteries to change and charge when you have that many riders (both teams) on and off the course many times for 24 hours. Curt Comer arrived just in time for the race. He worked closely with Tony to manage the logistics of getting the riders staged and ready for their individual shifts throughout the race while tracking the progress of both teams. The Dream Team’s Fred Hoess got off to a great start, but we started wondering what was going on when the leaders came around on the first lap with no sign of Fred. Fred’s first lap ended early with a motor seizure about halfway into the 10+ mile course. He showed up in-tow behind a four-wheeler about 1 hour 20 minutes and 8 seconds after the start on a lap that should have been less than 30 minutes. Three laps down and in 97th place meant tensions were high when he got back to the pits. Cooler heads prevailed as experienced racers quickly calmed down noting it is a very long race with many opportunities to make up the lost time. Meanwhile, the Vintage 6 Team was off to a great start and pounded out lap after lap with almost no drama well into the night The next 21 ½ hours were magical to watch as the Dream Team riders regrouped with the mechanics and settled in on riding only three bikes to finish the race with four riders. The whole team was focused, intense and riding with purpose. Trampas and Tony studied the situation and announced they thought we could make it into the top 10. So, by noon we were all focused on doing just that. It was amazing to see the whole team, including the riders’ families and friends, working together to give the riders everything they needed to get the job done. 44

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By daybreak, the Dream Team was closing in on 10th place overall and the Vintage 6 team was still delivering consistent lap times running in the top 25 out of 97 teams with modern motorcycles and much younger riders. Competition was fierce for the frontrunners and the intensity remained throughout the early morning. Things for the Vintage 6 changed a little when Bob Bean suffered a hand injury in the early morning hours and was forced to withdraw. The rest of the team never missed a beat and picked it up from there. The Dream Team finished an amazing seventh place overall and second in their class with 50 laps completed. Trampas Parker rode the most laps for the Dream Team with 16 laps while Fred Hoess finished 13 laps and 11 laps each for Terry Cunningham and Tommy Veator. What an amazing effort from the Dream Team, with great results. Terry Cunningham said he thought it was a learning experience for a lot of people. And in the end, it was what most expected, “very long and very tiring” while leaving him smiling at the rewards. One of the most memorable moments came the day after the race as he realized that when he was trying to stand up, his legs just weren’t there for him. He said when he spoke to the rest of the team, he got similar responses. Trampas said he needed a hovercraft to get around, Fred wanted a wheelchair just to get through the airport, and Tommy wondered if his legs would ever be the same. It was at that moment, he said, “I knew the AHRMA Dream Team had left it all on the trail.” Tommy Veator said the PM24 was one of his favorite events and combining the PM24 with his other favorite thing, riding and racing old dirt bikes with three other “really great motorcyclists” was pretty cool. He added, “I’ve always wanted to be part of the factory Husqvarna team and just show up and ride. I was finally part of that team, even if it was 38 years later.”

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The Vintage 6 Team also turned in some impressive results with a 21st overall and second in the 45+ class completing 44 laps. Each rider stuck to the schedule completing eight laps with Bob Bean completing four before his injury. Again, great results and a stellar effort from each rider. Kevin Hutchinson, who has competed in seven previous 24-hour events said, “Considering the rain, the slick course, the heat, a vintage motorcycle and a few more years on my body…” This was by far his most difficult event he can remember. It was exhausting and exhilarating and said, “I was proud to be a part of it.” Suzy Moody said she was moved to be asked to join the team by Curt and to have the opportunity to ride in remembrance of her late husband. “The PM24 is one of those bucket list things and something that gets in your blood and you just gotta do it!” Eddie Parks was thrilled to be part of the support crew. He had never participated in an endurance event before and said, “I was amazed as the night wore on we entered into a dream state of mind, but we just kept pushing onward. I was thrilled to meet the new people and thrilled with our results. It was an adventure I will never forget.”

And that includes teamwork in the food trailer from supporters such as Shawn Hutchinson, Laura Radcliff and Melissa R. When you consider the technology of today’s modern bikes vs. our decades-old machines, the number of modern teams who finished behind the AHRMA DREAM TEAM and Vintage 6 Team must have been shocking to many at Perry Mountain that weekend. In the words of Jim Radcliff, “I was so impressed with the level of commitment and sheer intensity in every one of our AHRMA riders. This was a massive effort and great personal experience for me. Both teams were remarkable in so many ways.” So, at the end of the weekend the vintage bikes and the matching vintage riders with the support of the AHRMA members put together a really great effort with impressive results. Congratulations to AHRMA on a fine showing at the PM24!

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he 24th Leroy Winters Memorial ISDT Reunion Ride was hosted by the Razorback Riders in Combs, AR, on May 15th and 16th. The Razorbacks were the original organizing club for this event dating back to the first Reunion Ride at Byrd's Campground in nearby Cass, AR, in 1997. Since that first year, with only a couple dozen participants, the Razorbacks have hosted the weekend eight or nine times, more than any other organizing club. Their club campground is a great site adjacent to a rushing, clear creek and complete with RV hookups, hot showers, and a nice clubhouse. Being smack in the middle of miles of great Ozark riding territory doesn't hurt either! 46

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Trail boss Rick Owens planned for a 50-mile ride, but Mother Nature washed out some access roads and the Forest Service nixed using those areas. Rick still salvaged a 35-mile loop that was ridden both days that included two great timed test sections separated by several miles of gravel road to allow riders to catch their wind and enjoy some spectacular scenery. A third timed test was held at the end of each day back at the campground and included a lap around Mike Parker's fun and vintage-friendly motocross track along with about a mile of sweeping grass track along the adjacent hillside. Razorback president, Danielle Ballard, had all the logistics taken care of, including lunch on Saturday and a catered banquet on Saturday night. Hats off to Danielle, Rick, and all

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the Razorback Riders who spent the weekend working hard for our enjoyment. The Reunion Ride always attracts a number of ISDT and ISDE vets, and this year was no exception. Of course, Greg Holder and Dwight Rudder were there. They ramrod the event now each year, and both always show up dressed for a ‘70s ISDE with Full Bore Boots, Belstaff Jackets, and open face skunk helmets. Dwight was aboard a Can-Am this year and Greg was riding a 100cc Hercules, one of three imported to the US. Unfortunately, he succumbed to a sheared shift key that put his little Sachs engine out of commission, but he'll have it fixed and ready for the next race. Former US Army ISDT team JULY 2021

captain, Billy Hoffman, was there on his 1975 Isle of Man Penton, and Bob Bean took time off from dominating AHRMA's expert motocross classes to do some off roading. Erik Nijkamp, 1993 Dutch club team rider and Six Days historian, rode a 250 Husky that he recently finished restoring. Other Husky fast guys were "Big" Al Drane and Louisiana's Kevin Hutchinson. Suzy Moody, who organized the first US women's team years before the FIM established the Women's Trophy, was there continuing on her twomonth whirlwind tour of AHRMA races in Colorado, Texas, Arkansas, and Kansas. She was hanging out for a week following the Reunion Ride to do the following week's motocross races at Mike Parker's

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track. Of course, local fast guy Red Van Zant made the strenuous 45-minute drive from his home in nearby Lowell, AR, to do battle with his pals. The big attractions for the weekend were 19-time gold medalist Fred Hoess and four-time national enduro champion Terry Cunningham. Both these guys are becoming regulars at AHRMA events. It is fun to watch them race (they are still seriously fast), fun to visit with them and hear their stories, and nice to see them continuing to give back to the sport we all love. There were plenty of AHRMA regulars in the "notas-fast-as Fred and Terry" category with a total of over 70 riders hitting the course. A fair number were from the midwest and southwest, but there were riders from as far away as Maryland and California. Bill Masho gets the long-distance award, bringing a gorgeous Ossa Berkshire Pioneer to the Reunion. He was stopping off in Combs on his way to race at Unadilla with a pair of equally beautiful Ossa motocrossers, a Phantom and a Phantom GP-III. Saturday keytime was 0900, and riders were ushered on to the course three per minute after a dead engine start. The first two miles were a sighting lap around Mike Parker's MX course and the hillside grass track which would be timed at the conclusion of the day. Then it was across the road and up a rocky driveway to the start of the first timed special test. Riders who attended the last AHRMA cross country in Combs (in pre-Covid days) recognized the terrain. The 3.3-mile

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test used a lot of trail from the old cross country. It was a true terrain test, too, with lots of steep uphills (like Broken Wheel Hill) and downhills (like Pucker Up Buttercup). There were a few places to briefly open the throttle, but for the most part the route was pure old school enduro stuff with plenty of tight twisting through trees and rock gardens, and at just over three miles it was a good workout. Following Test 1 was a leisurely ride along forest service gravel roads up and across the Ozark ridges. Riders had plenty of time to traverse from Test 1 to Test 2, and Rick Owens had put signs up for several scenic overlooks along the way. Many riders stopped to admire the cliffs and valleys, take advantage of photo ops, and grab a quick drink or snack. Even after stopping to see the sights, the time schedule was such that nobody arrived late for the second test. Test 2 was a 6.2-mile mix of some tight woods and a lot of mowed and winding grass track high atop one of the Ozark ridges. This test had been used in the White Rock BJEC enduro just a few weeks before, so it was well cut in and easy to follow. Riders entered the tests individually at 20-second intervals and were racing the clock and not each other, although if you were catching the rider ahead of you or the rider behind was gaining on you, it was game on. The course went through three or four adjacent fields, ducking into the woods for a bit, then bursting back out into another grass section before plunging back into a short tight woods section leading to the next field. It was a ton of fun and about as long as a modern hare scramble lap. After checking out of Test 2, riders descended 5.5 miles down off the ridge and back to the campground. This was the most technical riding of the day but was not a timed section so there was no need to ride willy-nilly against the clock. Even at a leisurely pace, it was a nice workout with plenty of "on the pegs" riding and some brake dragging downhills amidst loose rock. Once back at the campground, it was straight into Test 3, a two-mile timed lap around the motocross and hillside before riders were done for the day. Day two would be a repeat of the course with Tests 1 and 2 timed and the former Test 3 being used for a final four-lap motocross/grass track test with riders racing against others in their respective classes. Saturday evening, a nice banquet was held in Mike Parker's pavilion next door to the motocross track. Jeff DeBell gave a history of the ISDT Reunion Ride and how it evolved through the years, and then Robin Winters spoke about her dad, Leroy, and his love of motorcycling and the people involved in the sport. Later in the evening, Bart Winters also spoke about his dad, about racing, and introduced his nephew, Cory West, who is a very accomplished road and dirt

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track racer and was enjoying honing his skills in the woods. Greg Holder and Dwight Rudder presented two awards. The Al Eames Award was presented to the Razorback Riders, and in particular Rick Owens who had worked so hard in the weeks and months leading up the event to ensure it would be a success. The Leroy Winters Memorial Award was presented to Terry Cunningham who has really become involved in AHRMA and is devoted to giving back to the sport that he has enjoyed for so long. Terry holds riding clinics at the cross country races he attends to help both novice and experienced riders with their riding skills so that they can improve their abilities and have fun on the course instead of struggling. All of the Six Days riders at the banquet were invited forward to share their stories. Suzy Moody led off with a history of women in the Six Days and the events leading up to FIM finally establishing a Women's Trophy in 2008. Bob Bean would normally get the tough guy award after telling how he crashed and broke some ribs and his shoulder blade less than a month before the Six Days, yet he still rode and only missed a gold medal by 12 seconds! That story always gets everyone cringing, but Red VanZant let a 20-year secret out of the bag when he told about lining up with Fred Hoess who asked him, "What's this?" pointing to a bulge in his abdomen. Red said, "That's a dadgum hernia, Fred! They won't let you ride with that!" So Fred got a tennis ball and wrapped tape around his mid-section to pop the hernia back in place with the tennis ball holding it in all week. That story had people squirming, too! No doubt about it, though, both Fred and Bob are tough hombres! The big showdown, of course, is the final motocross test on Sunday afternoon. There were eight motos with riders divided up by class, age, etc. If you were 50+ Expert, for example, your moto had all the other 50+ Experts in it, too, so you raced against the competition in your particular class. Each moto had JULY 2021

three or four classes riding in it, so there was great racing throughout the pack. With the mixed classes, generally a couple of riders got out front early on, but the best racing might be a half dozen intermediate riders mid-pack dicing it out amongst themselves. Like a moto within a moto, it is all great fun. The much-anticipated 8th moto featured a bunch of the fast guys, including Hoess, Cunningham, Hutchinson, Drane, and VanZant. They put on a real show, but Fred Hoess likes to be out front, and he put himself in the lead early and never looked back. Terry Cunningham gave him a run for his money, but Hoess steadily pulled away throughout the race putting distance between himself and the rest of the field with each lap. Drane and Hutchinson fought over third for a bit with Hutchinson finally putting his Husky ahead of Drane's. Red VanZant was on a modern KTM, riding for fun and not wanting to get in the way of anyone's scores, so he just took a leisurely cruise to 5th and enjoyed the ride. Scores were posted shortly after the final moto and medals were handed out soon after. Then it was time to say goodbyes to racing pals and pack up until the next race. If you've never done a Reunion Ride, it is more like an old school enduro. You'll get plenty of seat time and you'll get a little mix of cross country and motocross. It is two full days of riding and fun, plus you get to hang out with some of America's best off-road racers, and every one of them is just like your best riding pal, honest. When the AHRMA 2022 calendar comes out, make sure to put the Leroy Winters Memorial Reunion Ride on your "must-do" list. Results can be found on the AHRMA website, and Sharon Bean has posted a ton of pictures on Facebook for your enjoyment.

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Cross Country East Tennessee Style Words: Scott Robirds

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eather pundits predicted this past weekend would be a washout for the Tennessee Ridge Runners’ first AHRMA Southeast regional cross country and trials event. Thankfully, the rains ended Thursday afternoon and the weekend ended up being glorious. Even the Brood X cicadas were in full flight preparing for their 17-year hiatus. John Strange is the owner of 310 acres of beautiful Smokey Mountain foothills in Bybee, TN. His property has over 100 miles of trails and has been used over the past 30 years for local off-road enthusiasts and as the venue for the Volunteer Hare Scramble, a Southeastern Enduro and Trail Riders Association (SETRA) event. Mark Hawk and his son Clint worked with John to open the property to AHRMA for an inaugural two day Southeast regional cross county and trials event. Bill Funderburke

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was conducted by Mark and Clint from the clubhouse porch. The clubhouse overlooks the pit area which has parking for trucks, trailers, and room for limited primitive camping, but is not quite big enough for large recreational vehicles. Most stayed in hotels Saturday night in nearby Morristown, TN. The track was laid out by Clint and was 6.9 miles of well-marked primarily single track over rocks, clay, and roots, with a few uphill and downhill switchbacks for good measure. After all, the course was in the foothills of the Smokey Mountains, so elevation change was to be expected. There was an open field as part of the course which Clint used as a spectator friendly grass track. The rains earlier in the week made the course a little slick for the vintage riders in the first race on Saturday, but conditions became tackier as the day went on, and Sunday’s conditions were ideal.

The post vintage race started at 3:00pm with five classes and all skill levels represented. Phil Henderson on his Yamaha took first place in Post Vintage 200. Post Vintage Open was battled out between Clint Hawk and Jason Baisden. Clint ended up taking first in his class, and first overall. In Post Vintage 60+ Doug Groff rode his Husky to first place followed by Scott Robirds and Jeff Anthony. Post Vintage 50+ was the most popular class with Frank Rowland taking first followed by Marc Therrien and James Eubanks. And finally, in Pre-2K Support Curtis Comer, not surprisingly, took the gold followed by Nathan Glinski and Westley Vaughan. Sunday’s race was down to eight riders, which was unfortunate since the track had dried out to perfect conditions. Vintage and Post Vintage rode

The threat of torrential rains kept many from attending, but 21 riders showed up to participate in the cross country event; four rode vintage and 17 rode post vintage, including Marc Therrien who traveled 15 hours from Connecticut. The AHRMA Executive Director himself, Curtis Comer, was also there and had a few words during the riders’ meeting (it was awesome seeing AHRMA leadership trackside and accessible to members!) The trials competition was held Saturday morning, with the vintage cross country race starting promptly at 1:00pm. This first of the cross country races had the honor of wearing in and drying out the track,

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together with Jeff Shumate as the sole vintage rider, who very effectively held his own amongst his fellow post vintage competitors. Phil Henderson won Post Vintage 200 again even after changing his steed from an IT200 to his nicely rebuilt KDX200. In Post Vintage Open, Clint Hawk took another first aboard his Husky. In Post Vintage 60+, Doug Groff took the gold followed by Scott Robirds. In Post Vintage 50+, Chip Sharer rode his Yamaha to first place, and in Pre-modern Justin Ramsey rode his big bore Kawasaki to first in his class, and first overall. The weekend was a typical AHRMA cross country event; fantastic people enjoying a well laid out course for their vintage and post vintage machines, and the almost-as-much-fun pit racing afterwards. Marc

Therrien described the experience well, “I’ve ridden most of my life in the northeast, so it’s always fun meeting and competing with riders from other parts of the country. The course had a great mix of singletrack, off-camber trails and the occasional slick elevation change. It demanded your attention for the full hour of riding.” The Tennessee Ridge Runners put on a terrific crosscounty and trials event, and Mark has committed to keeping this event on the AHRMA southeast schedule. So, keep an eye out for it when the 2022 schedule is posted and plan on making the trip to Bybee, TN, for great riding and the opportunity to meet some new east Tennessee friends.

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Tennessee Ridge Runners

Mototrials Words: Tim Cash

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On June 12th and 13th, the inaugural Tennessee Ridge Runner invited riders from around the southeast and even Connecticut to enjoy riding some of east Tennessee’s best trails. The two-day event hosted regional competition in both Trial and Cross Country rounds. Despite the predictions for wet weather the 2 day event saw no precipitation. Venue owner John Strange has hosted off-road events numerous times over the years and so has developed an extensive trail network which played perfectly into the weekend’s events. Father and son duo, Mark (Trials Master) and Clint Hawk, designed a course that utilized the terrain to challenge all classes of riders. A corps of dedicated friends helped clear, mark and groom the loop and sections. Their use of two different colors to mark the sometimes concurrent XC and trials loops worked perfectly.

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AIR-COOLED MONOSHOCK EXPERT - Gary Holbert PREMIER LIGHTWEIGHT EXPERT - Dennis Simoes

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At the LeMay Trial

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he AHRMA Northwest deserves a nice warm day to bring their motorcycles to play and that is exactly what they got to do at the LeMay Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Trial event on the weekend of Father’s Day and Saturday June 19, 2021. After the wind, snow, and rain at the previous events it was wonderful to attend an event, camp, spend time with the AHRMA community and not worry about cancelations or getting too cold and that is quite a surprise for Western Washington! The trials riders, families, and spectators enjoyed the activities for the weekend including the following: motorcycle soccer, the Seattle Cossacks, the LeMay car and motorcycle museum, and of course the AHRMA Northwest Regional Trial on several acres of forested land. Ten sections were laid out by trialmasters Dirk Murphy and Dana Salsman and their team. Some of the sections looked easier than others; some sections made you wonder if the handlebars would fit between those two trees or require shifting my bike to a certain direction to fit. Other sections had deep ruts from many bikes roosting up the hills popping wheelies and crossing their fingers hoping they would make it up without stalling, or worse. Salsman did say though that Richard Mann told him once that, “You don’t make every section difficult; you have to throw in some give-me sections to make riders feel 54

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confident when they are riding.” Salsman, Murphy and their team utilized the Washington forest to layout a great trial that included rotted logs, active and inactive ant hills, slippery dirt, squishy moss, and leafy vines. A great way to challenge the 45 trials riders who turned out to ride at LeMay. The largest class of the day was the Modern Classic Intermediate with 16 riders. First place went to Kevin Newins with a score of 18. Second place went to Don Cookson with 19 points and 23 cleans. Third place came down to age because they tied both on score and the amount of cleans; Mike Houde (age 64) earned third place with a score of 19 and 22 cleans. Fourth place went to Brian Loso (age 40) who also scored 19 and cleaned 22 times. Sometimes age out ranks us when it comes to vintage events! Modern Classic Novice had 11 riders for the day. First place went to Jerry James with a total of four points. Second place went to Debbie Poole with a total of seven points. Carson Solsem earned nine points and third place for the day. The Modern Classic Expert class had three riders. Jason Gitchel earned first place with a total of 16 points. Second place went to Kevin Loso with a total score of 49 points and Murphy received 54 points and third place. In the Classic Intermediate class, John Hart scored

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68 points. In the Classic Novice group there were two competitors. Greg Houchin amazingly scored a total of two points the whole event he did not score any points for both the second and third loop; Houchin earned first place over Todd Glass who got second place and got 28 points and did not finish the event. Todd Stanley made his comeback to AHRMA after recovering from an ankle injury he endured at Rattlers Run last September, rode at the Oklahoma events for the National championship then he had surgery in January to repair more damage that was done. At the Marymount trials he is back enjoying what he loves to do, which is competing in trials events. He mentioned that he could not have healed up so quickly without the encouragement of his AHRMA family. This helped him to get back on his bike at LeMay. Stanley brought with him two bikes and decided at the event to compete in the Modern Twin Shock Masters scoring only 47 points the entire day! The Modern Twin Shock Novice sole participant was Jim Lee who enjoyed the day riding and taking pictures. He earned a total of 64 points. In the Premier Lightweight class, Stephen Newell earned 70 points in the expert division. The battle for Intermediate was separated by just one point; Jim Bultacos on the gravel outside Section 5 not much room to park the bikes in that section so they were on the road nearby with the sun hitting the bikes perfectly.

Cole edged out Jerry Homola with a score of 26 for first place and Homola received 27 points earning second place. The Premier Heavyweight highlighted three riders, two experts and one intermediate. Matt Parsons swept the riders overall for the day and for his class earning zero points. Nice job Matt! Rob Poole recovered from a difficult start to the day he started in section six, the section involving a quick turn and some riders catching air on their front tire. Unfortunately, Rob got more than just air when his chain broke and he had to push his bike back to the motorhome for repairs, but he finished out the day with 26 points, finishing all three loops. Sean Fromhold is back in action after he broke his elbow this past year and he earned 66 points. Scott Stewart earned 26 points in the Air-Cooled Mono Masters class. It takes a lot to try trials for the first time or to be a beginner in trials. Evan Hilton earned first place with a total of 26 points. Jamie Loso earned second place with a total of 46 points. Hopefully you two enjoyed trials and will come and try it again at another event. Thank you to all the volunteers, checkers, and trialmasters who helped make this event possible. The LeMay weekend was very enjoyable with all the festivities, camping, and AHRMA Northwest family fun! We are looking toward our next adventure!

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May 9, 2021

Round Three: AHRMA Mid-Atlantic Cross Country

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ast year, LL Raceway in Fairmount City, PA, served as the unexpected season opener of the Mid-Atlantic region’s cross country schedule due to delays caused by the early intervention efforts to curtail the COVID-19 pandemic. It was certainly a unique time in individual and collective history, as we all managed to do the best we could with the given situation. Generally, that event was a milestone in our vintage racing mindset as we were able to break free from the locked down nature of society in that moment in time and make a group effort to regain some normalcy in a responsible and thoughtful manner. The event generated equal measures of excitement and uncertainty, as well as a touch of the surreal. Intent to put another exclamation point on the challenges of 2020 and attempt to strip away the excitement of a return to racing, Mother Nature pounded the area with a week of rain and a race day downpour. In 2021, racing returns to Fairmount City’s LL Raceway in its typical early-May spot on the calendar. And, it is once again round three rather than one. That in itself is a small indication of the fact that we are all in a better place than a year ago. Although certainly not completely past the pandemic’s curse, we are progressing. Set to further distance our thoughts from the surreal of 2020 and seek redemption from its mud fest, trial-boss Jim Reitz set foot on Preston Cypher’s LL Raceway 56

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property months ahead of the event to prepare an excellent and vintage-friendly course. Jim, along with his “A-Team” of helpers, sons Jamie and Mike, and Wally Naletko, worked diligently to avoid most of the low-lying areas that were most impacted by rain in 2020. Assuredly, the intent was to prepare for rain but expect clear blue skies and lovely spring weather. Despite the good expectations about weather, the long-term forecasts were telling a different story leading up to the event, and unfortunately all the reports were consistent: rain coming, and lots of it. There was a sense of dread being fomented by the weather reports, in a similar way to seeing the new trailer for this summer’s blockbuster sequel to whichever horror film was most recently popular. New movie—same place, same victims, same slasher, same outcome. Of course, for us the “slasher” is rain, and thankfully no one is truly a victim of any harm, but the result was looking to be “Quagmire 2” regardless. However, this sequel looked to set itself apart from the pack by unveiling a completely unexpected plot twist. The meteorologists said it was going to rain, and in that respect, those reports were accurate. It rained often leading up to the event, and by the start of the first race, a steady rain had settled into the area. The plot twist took hold just after the morning’s vintage race. Temperatures, which were expected in the mid-50s, took a plunge into the 30s.

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Is that snow? It won’t last, after all it is May, right? Well, in 2021’s version of surreal, the rain changed to a steady snow throughout race two and was even beginning to accumulate, turning the course itself white at spots. Even though the precipitation eventually returned to liquid form, the temperatures remained downright frigid for the remainder of the event. There is no denying that these weather events dramatically impacted the course and traction, but all told, the course held up remarkably well. The effort put in by Jim and crew to avoid lower elevations was a resounding success in mitigating trouble areas. The layout, combined with the terrain and soil composition, led to more water flow and standing water than outright mud. If you were able to ignore the cold and wet, the course was extremely enjoyable and far less demanding than one would expect given the conditions. Certainly, there were slick spots and exposed roots that would cause a bit of challenge to most. The course meandered its way around

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the LL property using a combination of dirt roads, existing two-track, and some fresh single track. The nature of the terrain affords some extreme elevations changes throughout the duration of a four-mile lap. Variety is exceptional and the contrast between woods and historical coal mining spoils is dramatic and entertaining.

RACE ONE (VINTAGE) While attendance was down, as is expected with the forewarning provided by the forecast, a surprising group of thirty-two brave souls took their place on the starting line for the morning vintage race. They say it’s lonely at the top, and it sure looked that way as Brian Grove took the rain-drenched green flag. Brian was the only AA rider to make the start and had the front row all to himself. Typically, few can challenge the Husqvarna rider when starting in the same row, so with a clear track ahead and everyone else at least thirty seconds behind, Grove took the

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easy overall victory. Logan Holley’s lap times were right in the hunt, but he would have to settle for second on his DT360 followed by the Puch of Brett Reichart. Holley and Reichart took the victories in Vintage Open Expert and Vintage 200 Expert respectively. Vintage 60+ Experts Mark Schwab, Randy Marshall, and Marty Strouse would follow each other head-to-tail past the checkers to fill out the class podium in that order, as well as claiming top-ten overall positions. Schwab was challenged early and often as both Marshall and Strouse were within seconds of the lead for several laps before Mark opened some breathing room on the last lap while the Husqvarna duo of Marshall and Strouse battled to the end where Randy would clear Marty by one second for runner-up. Dave Light made his entrance into the Vintage Open Intermediate class in style as he pushed his MX360 Yamaha through the muck to a solid victory over fellow Yamaha MX rider Mike Reitz. Emily Reichart also debuted in the vintage race at LL and followed Dave’s lead by taking the top spot in Vintage Women’s Intermediate with Jenn Smith close behind in the runner-up spot.

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Holley on his CR125 followed by Eric Weiland in third overall. Weiland claimed victory on his Yamaha YZ in Post Vintage 50+ Expert. Josh Horvath would not only take the Post Vintage Open class, but also claim top intermediate rider in a solid fourth place overall just in front of AA class winner Mike Blackwell’s Yamaha IT. Geoff Kemp was faster than anyone has a right to be on a disco-era Yamaha DT175 as he became the third winner in as many rounds in Post Vintage 200 Intermediate action. Round one winner Mike McCullough took the runner-up followed by Kurt Kilby making his debut with a yellow helmet stripe. New to the series for 2021, John Brant is making his mark in Post Vintage 50+ Intermediate claiming his second win in as many attempts. Kawasaki rider Kevin Marshall set the pace early as he tried his best to keep Brant’s Yamaha behind him but had to settle for the runner-up spot when Brant made a move on the last lap. Rick Klingensmith and his Husqvarna captured first place in the Post Vintage 60+ Novice class and knocked down top novice rider honors in the tough conditions.

RACE THREE (DISC BRAKE) Fifteen riders hung around all day to get their shot at the course, and despite the continued cold, the course was holding up better than anticipated making for some competitive racing. Three AA riders took off from row one and remained out in front of the pack for four laps. Mike Blackwell and Brett Reichart, both riding Kawasaki KXs, were one-two with the KTM of Blade Schmidt rounding out the class and

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overall podium. Timothy Brendlinger and Cameron Pennington were trading fast lap times (nearly AA fast!) in Early Modern Open Intermediate, but trouble on lap one for Pennington was all that Brendlinger needed to put his RMX250 out front for the win. Josh Folmar was also turning some quick lap times on his XR250 on his way to the Pre-Modern Open Intermediate class win over Grant Reichart and his father, Keith Folmar, all Honda-mounted. Anthony Lowery was not able to beat his father, falling one second shy of Craig, the elder Lowery, in the overall standings as the two waged an epic battle to the checkered flag. Anthony was able to take solace in his victory over rivals Joey Spayd II and Dave Light in Pre-2K 200 Intermediate, while Craig secured the Pre2K Open Intermediate crown. Joe Wallace parlayed consistent lap times into an easy win in Pre-Modern 200 Expert. Despite difficult conditions yet again, everyone involved made the absolute best effort to make the event as successful as possible. As is typical when this group of riders, families, and volunteers puts their best foot forward in a difficult position, a better time was had than could have been expected. I t is a shame for the Reitz family and their cohorts that JULY 2021

weather continues to interfere with this event, as you can clearly tell they take great pride in the work put into the planning of this event. Thankfully that hard work paid some noticeable dividends this weekend with the thoughtfulness put into avoiding wet “problem” areas. Hopefully, the future holds better weather for the LL Raceway round, because this venue possesses remarkable terrain that deserves to be unburdened by foul weather. Cross your fingers that next spring is the beginning of a streak of good fortune! As always, thanks to the Mid-Atlantic’s ever-willing team of volunteers, thank you to Preston Cypher for continuing to let the series call LL Raceway home for a weekend, and special thanks to the sponsors that make these events possible: Potomac Vintage Riders, Preston Petty Products, Stainless Cycle, Vee Rubber, Grove Printing, KMI Printing, Horizon Homes, and Works Enduro Riders. The 2021 schedule and complete results from this event can be found at https://www.ahrma.org/ahrma-mid-atlanticregion. Follow the series’ Facebook page @ AHRMA Mid Atlantic Cross Country for updates and news throughout the year.

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(over one hundred eighty entries in 2021). The influx of riders from both regions provides a great opportunity to test your mettle against new faces, make new acquaintances in the racing community, and revisit with old friends from nearby states. After an unfortunate cancellation of last year’s event, cross country trail boss Dan Horengic was looking to capitalize on the enthusiasm of a 2021 return. What better way to make an impact than to debut an entirely new location with freshly cut trail! While historically the cross country race was held on the same property as Sunday’s joint motocross race at Irish Valley, Dan and his crew were able to locate some fresh land just a few minutes away that would present a new challenge to the region’s woods racers while still maintaining the popularity of the Irish Valley motocross course for Sunday’s follow-up event.

AHRMA REGIONAL CROSS-COUNTRY SHOWDOWN locust gap cc, anthracite Run April 24, 2021 Author: Joshua Schucker Photos: Sarah lane

hile not an outright “showdown” between the adjacent regions as the headline billing may suggest (got to have something to grab your attention, right?), the annual springtime collaborative event between the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions is always one of the best attended events each year

Famous Reading Outdoors (FRO) is a publicly accessible, permit-based, off-road wonderland spanning over 20,000 acres in Pennsylvania’s anthracite region, and its operations manager, Brian Rich, was generous enough to carve out a small area in Locust Gap, PA, to host Saturday’s race. One look at any topographical map of FRO’s land

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in Northumberland and Schuylkill counties clearly demonstrates that the Dan’s track team was certainly presented with challenges, and puts an exclamation point on the cautionary disclaimers presented at the morning’s riders meeting. There is little ground that has been untouched by previous or active mining operations in this area. In fact, the parking and start area is a part of an active mining operation taking place just beyond sight. While the area provided was limited in acreage and the terrain difficult, Dan and his crew quickly went to work on the property to carve out a fun and challenging three-plus mile course. As stated, there were plenty of dangerous areas, and Dave Kutskel made it clear that the course is one of the more difficult in the series and warned that you do not stray off course due to hazards inherent in the land’s history. His description of the ribbons indicating the strip-mining created shear three-hundred-foot cliff within fifteen feet of the trail certainly drove home the point that safety demands attention this day. All the hype surrounding the difficulty and conditions is certainly meant to humble and instigate a safe event foremost, but also to set expectations and define boundaries for those set to

participate. In action, the racers operated within those boundaries and thankfully everyone remained safe. Reactions to the course were tremendously positive. The course was hemmed in between the active mine access road to the south and a steep mountainside to the north. Leaving the parking area start, the course made an immediate right and began ascending the hillside on an old rockstrewn access road. If there is something this area is known for besides coal, it’s rocks. Considering the rocky predisposition, the course was nearly 80% untouched, freshly cut, single track carefully wrought to avoid the worst of the rock areas, but inevitably required traversing at least two rather gnarly rock gardens as it wound its way through various piles, gullies, valleys, drops, hills, roots and trees to finish with a blast through some snaking two-track in a stand of pines. After a lap or two in the morning race, the course really started to get broken in well and developed a fun and challenging flow with lots of interesting visual reminders of the land’s manipulation by human hands. Weather was wonderful for April, and conditions in the woods were magnificent. The starting and scoring areas were in an open area covered in powdery

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coal dust, so visibility in the eighth mile surrounding the scoring tent was a struggle. Thank you to the scoring team of Jess Reichart, Connie Zdybak, and Lori Spisak for steadfastly keeping track of the day’s action in those conditions.

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AA riders Brian Grove and Josh Zerance set the pace for the 54 riders in the morning’s vintage race. Grove’s Husqvarna would pull away to a near fiveminute lead over Zerance to take the checkers for the overall win. Josh’s Can-Am held on for second. After years of persuasion from life-long family friend Richard Colahan, Jamie Wright made his vintage racing debut on Colahan’s race-prepped ’74 Honda XL250. With a missing muffler, it was hard to miss Jamie as he roared to third overall and the win in Vintage Open Expert competition. Mike Ferguson and Christian Brumbaugh would follow Jamie for second and third in class respectively. Ed Weger outlasted the early leaders Kevin Marshall and Ed Klinger when, on lap three, he muscled his Husqvarna past Klinger’s Husky to take the Vintage 50+ Intermediate class lead and never look back. Klinger held on to the second spot followed by Noah Gullichson in third. A large group of riders took the green flag in the Vintage 60+ Intermediate class and proceeded to see nothing but Glenn Hershey’s rear fender, none more so than Otto Dejager who stalked Glenn’s Can-Am all race long closing the gap to two seconds at the white flag. Otto would then proceed to lay down his quickest lap time of the day ending Hershey’s dominance and claiming the class victory. Glenn would still muster a respectable second in the competitive class followed by constant rival Dave McIntyre in third. Jim Reitz pushed aside concerns that this wasn’t a novicefriendly course by laying down a solid lap time to place himself as the top novice for the race, and a class win in Vintage 70+ Novice.

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Any thought Brian Grove had of knocking down two AA class wins were spoiled by Steve Mason Jr. as he had his Yamaha IT flying. Grove kept Mason on his toes being consistently within twenty seconds, but Mason would take the win in AA and the overall, with Grove taking second in both categories on his Husqvarna. Darrell Wassill was no slouch either laying down lap times close to the top two and nailing the third spot on the podium ahead of seventy-eight others. Post Vintage 50+ Intermediate laid claim to the largest class of the day with a whopping sixteen riders vying for the crown. Vince Monks would spoil the day for the rest when he took the lead on lap two and soldiered to a commanding win on his YZ. Tommy Tippett (Can-Am) and Anthony Yannitelli (Maico) tried to reel in Monks but to no avail as they had to settle for second and third. Kurt Flachbart made the trip down to Pennsylvania from Maine to serve as the guest speaker at Saturday evening’s AMERICAN HISTORIC RACING MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION

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Mid-Atlantic and Northeast region awards banquet, where he humorously told his tale of a life-long motorcycle love affair and path to becoming the owner and editor of Trail Rider Magazine. While in town, Kurt lined his Husky up in the Post Vintage Open Intermediate row and capitalized on Josh Horvath’s early exit to take the lead and hold on to the capture the checkers followed by IT rider Mike Flaherty and Potomac Vintage Riders head honcho Tommy Grimmel in third. In more Open class action, Steven Perrotto, Mark Hummel, and Dane Brownawell swapped leads multiple times before Hummell’s Husqvarna took over for keeps on lap four. Dane maintained the runner-up spot on his Yamaha with Perrotto just behind. Laci Horvath followed up her earlier Women’s Vintage Expert win with another victory in the Women’s Post Vintage Expert class. For several years now, the trio of Yamaha ITs of Shane Reichert, Josh Stewart, and Eric Rupp, collectively known as the Dover Vintage Riders, have become a familiar sight in the Post Vintage 200 Intermediate class. While all are consistently in the mix in a competitive class, Rupp is the only member of the “team” to not yet have claimed a first-place finish at some point. That all changed at Locust Gap as Rupp was riding at the top of his game. Steadily shrugging off any challenge to the top spot and pushing his IT200 to fast and consistent lap times, Eric finally stamped his name in the winner’s column by mere seconds. It was truly heart-warming to see the joy shared by this group of close friends and their families as they celebrated the long-awaited victory together.

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Expert victory a bit more convincing. Brian Schwein would follow closely behind on his YZ250 for third. The Pre-2K 200 Intermediate class is becoming a hot bed for ultra-competitive battles. Dave Light, Joey Spayd II, and Anthony Lowery did their best to live up to that expectation with multiple lead changes. The young guns Lowery (Yamaha) and Spayd (Suzuki) would push their way to the front to finish one-two with the elder-statesman Light rounding out the top-three on his KTM. Under the tutelage of his mentor, and Women’s Vintage Intermediate victor, Jenn Smith, Mason Swan ripped the holeshot on his Yamaha RT180 and led lap one before ultimately finishing a strong third behind winner Brandon Rowe and runnerup Al Linville in Pre-Modern 200 Novice action. A big thanks to all the participants who continue to support and grow regional AHRMA cross country racing, and congratulations to all for an enjoyable regional collaboration and safe inaugural Anthracite Run. Feedback following the event has been overwhelmingly positive, so fingers-crossed for a return in the future. As always thanks to the MidAtlantic and Northeast region’s ever-willing team of volunteers, Dan Horengic and his trail crew, and eternal thanks to the sponsors that make these events possible: Potomac Vintage Riders, Preston Petty Products, Stainless Cycle, Vee Rubber, Grove Printing, KMI Printing, Horizon Homes, Hatch’s Hodaka, Jennings ATV & Cycle, Northeast Vintage Riders Club, Northeast Cycle Service, and Works Enduro Riders. The 2021 schedule and complete results from this event can be found at https://www. ahrma.org/ahrma-mid-atlantic-region and https:// www.ahrma.org/ahrma-northeast-region . Follow the series’ Facebook page @ AHRMA Mid Atlantic Cross Country and @ AHRMA Northeast for updates and news throughout the year. Special thanks to Famous Reading Outdoors (readingoutdoors.com) for the land access and continuing to facilitate and champion the world of off-road adventures.

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Buchanan, MI • Aug. 7-8, 2021 Gate Fees: Friday-Sunday $35; Saturday/Sunday $30; Saturday Only $20; Sunday Only $20.

Concessions: Yes. Coolers are welcome but no glass containers, please!

Gate hours: Gate opens Friday at 12pm and stays open all weekend, including overnight. Daily prices change at 6am.

Contact: 269-695-6405; info@redbudmx.com

Camping: $25 per vehicle for Friday/Saturday; $15 per vehicle for Saturday only. Pets: Must be on a leash.

SATURDAY: Vintage Motocross

Track address: 13638 Redbud Trail N, Buchanan, MI 49107 Website: www.redbudmx.com Facebook: RedBud Motocross

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Roebling Road Raceway; Bloomingdale, GA (AHRMA Academy of Roadracing - Thursday AND Friday) Carolina Motorsports Park; Kershaw, SC (AHRMA Academy 3/19-21 of Roadracing) Streets of Willow; Rosamond, CA (AHRMA Academy of 4/16-18 Roadracing) Willow Springs Raceway; Rosamond, CA (AHRMA Academy 4/23-25 of Roadracing) Heartland Motorsports Park (AHRMA Classic MotoFest); 5/27-30 Topeka, KS (AHRMA Academy of Roadracing) New Jersey Motorsports Park; Milleville, NJ (AHRMA 6/18-20 Academy of Roadracing) Weathertech Laguna Seca (AHRMA Classic MotoFest); 7/16-18 Monterey, CA (AHRMA Academy of Roadracing) Gingerman Raceway; South Haven, MI (AHRMA Academy 7/30-8/1 of Roadracing) Blackhawk Farms Raceway; South Beloit, IL (AHRMA 8/6-8 Academy of Roadracing) Talladega Gran Prix; Munford, AL (AAR & SRS - Schools 9/3-5 DO NOT count towards Barber!) 10/7-10 Barber Motorsports Park; Birmingham, AL 2/18-21

2/12 3/12 4/9 4/16 5/21 6/11 7/9 7/23 7/30 8/27 TBD

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Venue

1/16 2/27 3/20 3/27 4/10 7/23 7/23

Celebration Arena; Priceville, AL Ocala, FL Ocala, FL Baton Rouge, LA Aonia Pass MX; Washington, GA Perris Flat Track; Perris, CA Perris Flat Track; Perris, CA Lake Elsinore Motorsports park; Lake Elsinore, CA Jackpine Gypsies MC; Sturgis, SD Jackpine Gypsies MC; Sturgis, SD Pine Lake Raceway; Ashtabula, OH Pine Lake Raceway; Ashtabula, OH Georgia Practice Facility (GPF); Cairo, GA Nat'l Championship Finale -T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK

7/24 8/10 8/12 9/18 9/18 10/16

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11/6

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Mail-in/ Online Fax/E- Pre-entry mail Deadline Pre-entry (midnight Deadline CST) 1/1 1/3 2/12 2/15 3/5 3/8 3/12 3/15 3/26 3/29 7/9 7/11 7/9 7/11

7/9

7/11

ST/TT TT ST TT ST/TT

7/30 7/30 9/3 9/3 10/1

8/4 8/4 9/6 9/6 10/4

10/22

10/25

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2021 Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Vintage Motocross Series Date

Venue

2/7 2/13 3/7 3/13 3/21 4/17 5/1 5/22 5/29 6/12 7/10

Arizona Cycle Park (ACP); Buckeye, AZ Monster Mountain MX GP; Tallassee, AL Cahuilla Creek Motocross; Anza, CA White Lightning; Buffalo, SC Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA Circle Bar Motorsports; Fluvanna, TX Desoto Motosports Park; Grand Cane, LA Mill Creek Motorsports Park; Combs, AR Heartland Motorsports Park; Topeka, KS Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA Aztec Family Raceway; Colorado Springs, CO Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca; 7/17 Monterey, CA 8/1 Ward Creek MX; Raymond, WA 8/7 Red Bud MX; Buchanan, MI 8/21 Pavilion MX Park; Pavilion, NY 9/11 Diamond Don Motorsports; Jefferson, TX 9/19 Rattlers Run; Spokane, WA 9/25 Lincoln Trail Motorsports; Casey, IL 10/3 Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA 10/9 Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL 10/16 Georgia Practice Facility (GPF); Cairo, GA 10/23 Texas Vintage GP; Donie, TX Nat'l Championship Finale - T&S Racing; 11/6 Henryetta, OK

Online Mail-in/ Pre-entry Fax/E-mail Deadline Pre-entry (midnight Deadline CST) 1/22 1/25 Cancelled due to weather 2/19 2/22 2/26 3/1 3/5 3/8 4/2 4/6 4/16 /19 5/7 5/10 5/14 5/17 6/4 6/7 6/25 6/28 7/2

7/5

7/16 7/23 8/6 8/27 9/3 9/10 9/17 9/24 10/1 10/8

7/19 7/26 8/9 8/30 9/6 9/13 9/20 9/27 10/4 10/11

10/22

10/25

2021 Race Tech AHRMA National Post Vintage Motocross Series Date

Venue

2/6 2/14 3/7 3/14 4/18 5/2 5/23 5/30 6/13

Arizona Cycle Park (ACP); Buckeye, AZ Monster Mountain MX GP; Tallassee, AL Cahuilla Creek Motocross; Anza, CA White Lightning; Buffalo, SC Circle Bar Motorsports; Fluvanna, TX Desoto Motosports Park; Grand Cane, LA Mill Creek Motorsports Park; Combs, AR Heartland Motorsports Park; Topeka, KS Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA Aztec Family Raceway; Colorado Springs, CO Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monterey, CA Ward Creek MX; Raymond, WA Red Bud MX; Buchanan, MI Pavilion MX Park; Pavilion, NY Diamond Don Motorsports; Jefferson, TX Lincoln Trail Motorsports; Casey, IL Georgia Practice Facility (GPF); Cairo, GA Texas Vintage GP; Donie, TX Nat'l Championship Finale - T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK

7/11 7/18 8/1 8/8 8/22 9/12 9/26 10/17 10/24 11/7

Date

Venue

2/6

Arizona Cycle Park (ACP); Buckeye, AZ

2/14

Monster Mountain MX GP; Tallassee, AL

3/7 3/14

Cahuilla Creek Motocross; Anza, CA White Lightning; Buffalo, SC

4/18

Circle Bar Motorsports; Fluvanna, TX

5/2 5/23 5/30 6/13 7/11

Desoto Motosports Park; Grand Cane, LA Mill Creek Motorsports Park; Combs, AR Heartland Motorsports Park; Topeka, KS Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA Aztec Family Raceway; Colorado Springs, CO Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monterey, CA Ward Creek MX; Raymond, WA Red Bud MX; Buchanan, MI Pavilion MX Park; Pavilion, NY Lincoln Trail Motorsports; Casey, IL Georgia Practice Facility (GPF); Cairo, GA Texas Vintage GP; Donie, TX Nat'l Championship Finale - T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK

7/18 8/1 8/8 8/22 9/26 10/17 10/24 11/7

JULY 2021

4/2

4/6

4/16 5/7 5/14 6/4 6/25

4/19 5/10 5/17 6/7 6/28

7/2

7/5

7/16 7/23 8/6 9/10 10/1 10/8

7/19 7/26 8/9 9/13 10/4 10/11

10/22

10/25

6/25

6/28

7/2

7/5

7/16 7/23 8/6 8/27 9/10 10/1 10/8

7/19 7/26 8/9 8/30 9/13 10/4 10/11

10/22

10/25

2021 Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Vintage Trials Series

2021 AHRMA NextGen Motocross Series Online Mail-in/ Pre-entry Fax/E-mail Deadline Pre-entry (midnight Deadline CST) 1/22 1/25 Cancelled due to weather 2/19 2/22 2/25 2/28

Online Pre-entry Deadline (midnight CST) 1/22 1/25 Cancelled due to weather 2/19 2/22 2/26 3/1 4/2 4/6 4/16 4/19 5/7 5/10 5/14 5/17 6/4 6/7 Mail-in/ Fax/E-mail Pre-entry Deadline

Date

Venue

3/6 3/12 3/20 4/10 4/16 4/18 5/21 5/28 6/11 6/19

Cahuilla Creek Motocross; Anza, CA White Lightning; Buffalo, SC Burrows Ranch; Chrome, CA Aonia Pass MX; Washington, GA Circle Bar Motorsports; Fluvanna, TX Circle Bar Motorsports; Fluvanna, TX Mill Creek Motorsports Park; Combs, AR Heartland Motorsports Park; Topeka, KS Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA LeMay Museum; Tacoma, WA Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monterey, CA Donner Summit; Donner, CA Donner Summit; Donner, CA Pavilion MX Park; Pavilion, NY Diamond Don Motorsports; Jefferson, TX Rattlers Run; Spokane, WA Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL Nat'l Championship Finale - T&S Racing; Henryetta, OK

7/18 7/24 7/25 8/20 9/10 9/18 10/2 10/8 10/10 11/5

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2/19 2/26 3/5 3/26 4/2 4/2 5/7 5/14 6/4 6/4

Online Pre-entry Deadline (midnight CST) 2/22 3/1 3/8 3/29 4/5 4/5 5/10 5/17 6/7 6/7

7/2

7/5

Mail-in/ Fax/E-mail Pre-entry Deadline

Cancelled Cancelled 8/6 8/27 9/3 9/17 9/24 9/24 10/22

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RACE PREVIEWS ROADRACING July 30-Aug 1, 2021 RR - Gingerman Raceway, South Haven, MI

-------------------------------------Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Historic Roadracing Series

-------------------------------------Weekend Schedule Thursday: Gates open, Noon-10:00 pm. Volunteers 12 pm, Sponsors 1 pm and all others 2 pm. Friday MANDATORY RIDER’S MEETING 8:00 am Gates open, 7:00 am-9:00 pm Tech Hours: 7:00 am-5 pm Registration Hours: 7:00 am - 5 pm Practice, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm AHRMA Roadracing School – all day, if you did not pre enter report to registration at 7:00 am. Saturday Gates open: 7:00 am-9:00 pm Tech Hours: 7:00 am-5 pm Registration Hours: 7:00 am-8:00 am Practice: 9:00 am - 11:00 am (Subject to change see weekend schedule for updates) Mandatory riders meeting 11:15 am Racing starts at 12:00 pm Sunday (subject to change depending on weather) Gates open: 7:00 am; Tech Hours: 7:00 am-5 pm Registration Hours: 7:00 am - 8:00 am Practice: 9:00 am - 11:00 am; (Subject to change see weekend schedule for updates) Racing starts at 12:00 pm (Subject to change see weekend schedule for updates) Tire Vendor: Yes, Stickboy will be onsite with Bridgestone tires. Gas: 93 and 100 unleaded, 110 leaded Gate fee: $30/three days, $25/two days, $15/ one day. Garages: Limited number of garages for rent. Contact Gingerman Raceway for more information. Concessions: Yes. Camping: Yes. Camping is available for $5 per night for each individual camping. 30 amp electric hook-up is also available. Contact maribeth@gingermanraceway.com to make a reservation. Lodging: The South Haven Holiday Inn Express offers a special rate to Gingerman visitors. 70

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Contact the Holiday Inn at 269.637.8800 for more information. More lodgings can be found through the South Haven Visitors Bureau - go to www. southhaven.org. Track Address: 61414 Phoenix Rd, South Haven, MI 49090; phone 269.253.4445 Website: www.gingermanraceway.com

Aug 6-8, 2021 RR-Blackhawk Farms Raceway, South Beloit, IL

-------------------------------------Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Historic Roadracing Series

-------------------------------------Wednesday Move in available starting time TBD. Must sign MotoVid waivers as well as AHRMA waivers. You must purchase AHRMA armband $35.00. Thursday Move In: 7 am - 9 pm Paddock space will be limited until MotoVid is finished for the day. Please be respectful of their event as they are allowing early move in for AHRMA. Friday Mandatory Riders Meeting 8:00 am (If you arrive later in the day, or not until Saturday, please see AHRMA Referee Bill Doran before you go on the track. Gates Hours: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm. Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 5:00 pm Practice: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm AHRMA Roadracing School – all day. If you did not register online, report to registration by 7:00 am. Saturday Gate Hours: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 8:00 am Practice: 8:00 am - 11:00 am (two rounds of practice) Mandatory Riders Meeting: 11:15 am Racing Starts: 12:00 pm Sunday Gate Hours: 7:00 am Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 8:00 am Practice: 8:00 am - 9:30 am (one round of

practice) Racing Starts: 10:00 am Tire Vendor: Yes, Stickboy will be onsite with Bridgestone tires. Gas: Sunoco 93 and 100 unleaded, 110 leaded GPS Coordinates: 42.484927, -89.099012 Gate Fee: $30.00/three days; $25.00/two days; $20.00/one day. ($35.00 if you come in Wednesday night) Concessions: Yes Track Address: 15338 Prarie Road, South Beloit, IL 61080 Website: blackhawkfarms.com

Sept 3-5, 2021 RR-Talladega Gran Prix Raceway, Munford, AL

-------------------------------------Bridgestone Tires AHRMA National Historic Roadracing Series

-------------------------------------Friday Mandatory Riders Meeting 8:00 am Gates Hours: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm. Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 5:00 pm Practice: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm AHRMA Roadracing School – all day. If you did not register online, report to registration by 7:00 am. This school does not qualify you to race Barber. Saturday Gate Hours: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 8:00 am Practice: 8:00 am - 11:00 am (two rounds of practice) Racing Starts: 12:00 pm Sunday Gate Hours: 7:00 am Tech Hours of Operation: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Hours of Operation: 7:00 am 8:00 am Practice: 8:00 am - 9:30 am (one round of practice) Racing Starts: 10:00 am Tire Vendor: Yes, Stickboy will be onsite with Bridgestone tires.

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Gas: Fuel will not be available at the track. Please plan ahead and provide your own. GPS Coordinates: N33.50283, W86.000569 Gate Fee: $30.00/three days; $25.00/two days; $15.00/one day. Track Gate Fee: all sponsors, participants, and crew will have to pay %5.00 per day gate fee imposed by the track. This is in addition to the AHRMA gate fee. Sponsors will only pay track gate fee. Concessions: Friday dinner through lunch Sunday. No lunch time concession on Friday. No Breakfast concession. Camping: Yes, free, and showers. Electricity service is available. 110v $20.00/day, 30 & 50amp $40.00/day. First come first serve. Do not call for reservations. Track Address: 46 Pilgrim Lane, Munford, Alabama 36268. This address is also for GPS purposes. Website: www.tgprace.com

OFF-ROAD Aug 1, 2021 Ward Creek Motocross, Raymond, WA

-------------------------------------Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Vintage Motocross Series -Race Tech AHRMA National Post Vintage Motocross Series -AHRMA National Next Generation Motocross Series

Aug 7, 2021 Red Bud, Buchanan, MI

-------------------------------------Redwood Engineering AHRMA National Vintage Motocross Series -Race Tech AHRMA National Post Vintage Motocross Series -AHRMA National Next Gen Motocross Series

-------------------------------------Event Contact: Amy Ritchie: 269-695-6405 Tony Paul: 256-665-1279 Schedule TBD

Aug 8, 2021 Red Bud, Buchanan, MI

-------------------------------------Race Tech AHRMA National Post Vintage Motocross Series -AHRMA National Next Gen Motocross Series

DIRT TRACK July 23, 2021 Perris Raceway TT, Perris, CA

-------------------------------------2021 AHRMA 4SR National Vintage Dirt Track Series

-------------------------------------Move In / Move out Overnight parking will be allowed prior to the event on July 23rd, 2021. All AHRMA participants shall vacate the property on the morning of July 24th by 10AM. Race Schedule 11:00 AM REG / TECH 12:30 PM RIDERS MEETING 1:00 PM TT PRACTICE 2:00 AM TT HEATS 3:00 PM MAINS 4:00 PM BREAK 6:00 PM SHORT TRACK PRACTICE 7:00 PM SHORT TRACK HEATS 8:00 PM SHORT TRACK MAINS 9:00 PM AWARDS

-------------------------------------Event Contact: Amy Ritchie: 269-695-6405 Tony Paul: 256-665-1279 Schedule TBD

-------------------------------------Event Contact: Ward Creek MX at 360-9424674, wardcreekmx@comcast.net Gate Fee: $10.00 Camping Fee: $5.00/night Event Schedule: Vintage MX sign-up: 7:30-8:30AM Riders Meeting: 8:30AM Practice: 9:00AM Racing Begins: 10:00AM Post Vintage/NG MX program to follow the VMX program

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REGIONAL SCHEDULES

2021 AHRMA Northwest Schedule

2021 AHRMA South Central Schedule

Date

Event

Location

Jun 12

Skyline MX Park, Kuna, ID

*Regional VMX, PV

Jun 19

LeMay Motorcycle Days; Marymount Museum Tacoma, WA

Jul 17

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monteray, CA

National Trials

Jul 18

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monteray, CA

National V/PV MX

Aug 1

Ward Creek MX; Raymond, WA

National V/PV MX

Aug 22

MMX Racing; Marysville, CA

*Regional V/PV MX

Aug 28-29

Tea CupTrial; Point Arena, CA

*Regional Trials

Sep 18

Rattlers Run Ranch; Fairfield, WA

National Trials

Sep 19

Rattlers Run Ranch; Fairfield, WA

National VMX

Oct 2

Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA

Oct 3

Bushey Ranch; Canby, CA

Oct 23-24

Regional TBA

*Regional Trials

National Trials/CC National VMX *Regional Trials

*Denotes Regional Only Event **Denotes Special event, non-points paying event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

Date

Event

Jun 12

Waco Eagles MC Club

Jun 13 Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 12 Sep 25 Sep 26 Oct 23 Oct 24 Nov 5

Waco Eagles MC Club Diamond Don Riverport National; Jefferson, TX Diamond Don Riverport National; Jefferson, TX Diamond Don Riverport National; Jefferson, TX Arkansas Dirt Riders; New Blaine, AR Arkansas Dirt Riders; New Blaine, AR Texas Vintage Grand Prix ; Donie, TX Texas Vintage Grand Prix ; Donie, TX

Nov 6

National Championship Off Road; Henryetta, OK

Nov 7

National Championship Off Road; Henryetta, OK

Disciplines *Regional VMX / Regional CC *Regional PVMX / Next Gen National Trials / CC National VMX National PVMX National CC National CC National VMX / Regional CC National PVMX / Next Gen National Trials / CC National VMX / CC / Dirt Track National PVMX / Next Gen / CC

Nov 20 Nov 21

Desoto Motorsports Park; Grand Cane, LA *Regional VMX / CC Desoto Motorsports Park; Grand Cane, LA *Regional PVMX /Next Gen Oilman's Classic - Wild Wood MX; Park *Regional VMX (Both SC Dec 4 Kentwood, LA and SE Regional) *Regional PVMX / Next Oilman's Classic - Wild Wood MX; Park Gen(Both SC and SE Dec 5 Kentwood, LA Regional) *Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

Schedules and venues are subject to change, Visit regional websites for up to date information

2021 AHRMA Rocky Mountains Schedule

2021 AHRMA Southwest Schedule Date

Event Glen Helen Raceway - Truck Track; San Jun 27 Bernardino, CA Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca; Monterey, Jul 17 - 18 CA Jul 24 - 25 Donner Summit; Donner, CA Glen Helen Raceway - REM Track; San Aug 8 Bernardino, CA Glen Helen Raceway - Main Track; San Sep 5 Bernardino, CA Nov 14 Motoland; Casa Grande, AZ Glen Helen Raceway Day in the Dirt; San Nov 27 Bernardino, CA *Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

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Date Jun 13 Jun 27

Event Disciplines Honor Farm MX Park; Pueblo, CO *Regional V/PV/NG MX w/RMVMC Bull Hollow MX; Monticello, UT *Regional V/PV/NG MX w/AVDRA Rocky Mountain National - Aztec National V/PV/NG MX - Double Jul 10-11 Family Raceway , Coloroado Regional Points Springs, CO Aug 15 Jewell Motocross; Watkins, CO *Regional V/PV/NG MX w/RMVMC Sept 19 Thunder Valley MX; Morrison, CO *Regional V/PV/NG MX w/AVDRA Aztec Family Raceway , Coloroado *Regional V/PV/NG MX w/RMVMC Oct 17 Springs, CO *Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

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2021 AHRMA Northeast MX & CC Schedule

2021 AHRMA Southeast Schedule

Date Event Location TBA Swap Meet/MX Practice - Nesco; Hammonton, NJ Swap Meet & MX Practice V/PV/NG Reynlow Park - Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA National V/PV/NG CC Trials, Regional Points Jun 11 Jun 12 Reynlow Park - Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA National V MX, Regional Points Jun 13 Reynlow Park - Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA National PV/NG MX, Regional Points Jun 26 Ashcraft Farm - Ashcraft Farm; Bellefonte, PA Regional V/PV/NG MX Jun 27 Ashcraft Farm - Ashcraft Farm; Bellefonte, PA Regional V/PV/NG CC Jul 17 State Line Riders; N. Pownal, VT Regional V/PV/NG CC Jul 18 State Line Riders; N. Pownal, VT Regional V/PV/NG MX Jul 31 Allen's Farm - Allens Farm; Lawton, PA Regional V/PV/NG CC Aug 1 Allen's Farm - Allens Farm; Lawton, PA Regional V/PV/NG MX Aug 7 Bear Creek Sportsmen; Hancock, NY Dual Sport V/PV/NG Aug 8 Bear Creek Sportsmen; Hancock, NY Dual Sport V/PV/NG Aug 20 Pavilion CC - Pavilion MX; Pavilion, NY National V/PV/NG CC, Regional Points Aug 21 Pavilion MX - Pavilion MX; Pavilion, NY National V MX, Regional Points Aug 22 Pavilion MX - Pavilion MX; Pavilion, NY National PV/NG MX, Regional Points Sep 4 Bear Creek Sportsmen; Hancock, NY Regional V/PV/NG CC Sep 5 Bear Creek Sportsmen; Hancock, NY Regional V/PV/NG MX Sep 18 Kelso Creek Classic - KCC; Minerva, NY Regional V/PV/NG CC Sep 19 Kelso Creek Classic - KCC; Minerva, NY Regional V/PV/NG MX Oct 2 French Woods; Hancock, NY Regional V/PV/NG CC Oct 3 French Woods; Hancock, NY Regional V/PV/NG MX Oct 9 Cayuga County Riders - CCR; King Ferry, NY Regional V/PV/NG CC and MX Oct 16 NJ Field of Dreams MX - FOD; Millville, NJ Regional V/PV/NG MX Championship Criteria for Cross Country and Motocross are: Five (5) events minimum to qualify for regional championship and year-end awards. Best six (6) events count toward points championship.

XCCR/Timber Falls; Waverly, OH Saddleback East - Bedford, KY

Event

Aug 21/22

Wabash Cannonball - Wabash, IN

Sept 18/19 Pinelake - Ashtabula, OH Sep 25 COCR; Sugar Grove, OH XCCR/Mission 'Merica; South Oct. 2 Bloomingville, OH Oct 16/17 Camp Cattail - Chillicothe, OH

JULY 2021

Disciplines *Regional CC *Regional CC,MX, Trials *Regional MX - VMX & PVMX both days National DT/TT, Regional CC, MX Regional MX / CC *Regional CC *Regional CC,MX

*Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

Event Tennessee Ridge Runners; Bybee, TN Tennessee Ridge Runners; Bybee, TN Sugar Hill; Bolivar, TN Sugar Hill; Bolivar, TN Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL Barber Motorsports Park; Leeds, AL Georgia Practice Facility; Cairo, GA Georgia Practice Facility; Cairo, GA

Oct 30

TBA

Oct 31

TBA

Disciplines *Regional CC, Trials *Regional CC *Regional CC, Trials *Regional CC National CC, Trials National VMX National CC, Trials National VMX, DT National PV / NG MX

Oilman's Classic - Wild Wood MX; Park *Regional VMX Kentwood, LA Oilman's Classic - Wild Wood MX; Park *Regional PV / NG MX Dec 5 Kentwood, LA *Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions. Dec 4

2021 AHRMA Mid Atlantic CC Schedule Date Event Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA** Jun 11-13 Ashcraft Run; Bellefonte, PA Jun 27 Jul 10-11 Shady Acres; Friendsville, MD** Aug 7-8 Coyotee Run; Ebensburg, PA Sep 12 Little Beaver; Lisbon,OH Oct 10 S.P.E.R. Run; Frackville, PA Oct 24 White Rose MC; Spring Grove, PA Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions/ rescheduling **Denotes Nationals ONLY, Mid-Atlantic XC regional points not awarded.

2021 AHRMA Mid Atlantic MX Schedule

2021 AHRMA Great Lakes Schedule Date Jun 12 Aug 14

Date Jun 12 Jun 13 Sep 18 Sep 19 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 10 Oct 16 Oct 17

Date Event Location Jun Reynlow Park; Reynoldsville, PA National Trials, CC, and VMX, PVMX, NG 11-13 Jun Ashcraft Run XC; Bellefonte, PA Sat MX, Sun CC, Mini Series Event #3 26-27 Jul 10 Tomahawk; Hedgesville, WV Regional w/ACR VMX, PVMX, NG Aug 14 Lake Sugar Tree; Axton, Virginia Regioinal MX, PVMX, NG Oct Field of Dreams; Millville, NJ Regional MX, W/ACR MX, PVMX, NG 16-17 Oct 30 Lake Sugar Tree; Axton, Virginia Regional MX, PVMX, NG (Weather Permitting) *Denotes Regional Only Event Schedule subject to change with additions/deletions.

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for some dinner, came back and stood in the passenger queue to get on the boat. We’d been there for quite a while when my mum pointed at a boat pulling out of the docks and said, ‘I’m sure that’s the boat we put the car on’. And it was. The queue we were stood lor to ask if he’d let me go, because in was for the boat to New York.” Les had suggested to Domenico Two years later Sandford that I ride for them in 1952.” made his Continental debut, ridAgusta had recently recruiting an AJS 7R in the Italian GP ed engineer Piero Remor and 2020 at Monza. “That was my firstPanigale time mechanic Arturo Magni from GilV2Remor abroad and Europe was still reera. designed MV’s first / Jerez, Spain covering from the war, very much 500 and first four-stroke 125, a so. A lot of road signs were still full DOHC Single; although Sandford of bullet holes and I remember the believes that Agusta was also inroads in France were still really volved with the smaller engine. “I rough and full of muck.” think the first 125 engine was the During the crucial early days old man’s idea—he was a good enof Sandford’s professional career gineer,” Sandford recalls. his mentor was Les Graham, win“The first time I saw the bike ner of the inaugural 1949 500cc was on the Isle of Man and the World Championship, with AJS. first time I rode it was in practice. The Merseysider quit the strugIt had very narrow tires—you just gling Plumstead brand for MV at had to keep underneath the hedgthe end of 1950 and a year later es and try to make speed. I won recruited Sandford, 17 years his the race and I was on the way up.” junior, to the cause of Count DoSandford and the MV beat menico Agusta. Carlo Ubbiali’s Mondial by one “Les called at the garage minute, 40 seconds to take his and owned by my sponsor Arthur TayMV’s first TT win, but the Count

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(Above) Squid Hunter Racing’s Simone Corsi (47) sets up to pass Greg Melka (1) as they lead Max Angles (64) through Turn One during the CCS Heavyweight Supersport race race at Daytona International Speedway all on YZF-R6s. Photo by Lisa Theobald. (Above, Right) Jason Farrell (86) won in the wet in CCS GTU Expert and in the dry in CCS Middleweight SuperSport and Middleweight SuperBike Expert. Photos by Brian J. Nelson. stayed dry on Sunday. Former Moto2 World Championship rider and 2008 125cc Grand Prix World Championship runner-up Simone Corsi rode a Pirelli-fitted Squid Hunter Racing Yamaha YZF-R6 in the ASRA Team Challenge race as part of a last-minute deal put together as a possible precursor to a Daytona 200 effort. The 32-year-old Italian took the overall lead on lap 30 of the race and turned laps as quick as 1:53.485 to pull away and claim the overall and GTU class victories by 13.869 seconds. “I love this track,” Corsi said in English from the podium. “The race was very difficult, but I enjoy it very much. I want to thank my team. They did a great job.” West Side Performance’s Christian Miranda, age 19, raced closely with Corsi but fell behind after the first and only round of pit stops. Miranda, however, held on to finish second overall and in the GTU class on his Yamaha YZF-R6. Series regular Lloyd Bay-

ley finished third overall and first in the GTO category on his BMW S1000RR. Jinba Ittai Motorsport’s Joel Lenk crossed the finish line fourth overall and second in the GTO class, and that was enough to claim the 2019 ASRA Team Challenge Overall and GTO Championships. Jinba Ittai Motorsport edged out seven-time ASRA Team Challenge Champion Grease Monkey Racing (Eric Helmbach/Stephen Hoffman) for both titles. Grease Monkey Racing finished the race sixth overall and third in GTO. JoeyO Racing (Robert Bettencourt/Sean Osowski) took 18th overall and won in the GT Lights category on a Yamaha FZ07, while fourth place in the GT Lights division was enough for Racing 101 (Doug Stufflebeam/ Gino Angella/Mark Evry/Joseph Ciesnik) to secure the GT Lights Team Challenge Championship. The Team Challenge race was originally scheduled to run for 55 laps, but a crash in the chicane

Roger Morissette (60) took first place in CCS GT Lights and CCS Moto3 Expert on his Suzuki SV650.

Cameron Jones (239) won the wet CCS GT 500 Expert race on a Honda CBR500R and won the dry CCS 300 SuperSport and 300 SuperBike Expert races on a Kawasaki Ninja 300. Photos by Brian J. Nelson.

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