DANIEL STEELE
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Area Directors & Club Info
AREA #1 - Out-of-State, Panhandle
Brandon St. John (912) 674-6127 ktm21brandon@yahoo.com
AREA #2 - Hamilton, Suwannee, Columbia, Baker, Union, Bradford, Nassau, Duval, Clay, Putnam, St. Johns
James Benton (904) 589-0093 bentonracing116@yahoo.com
AREA #3 - Gilchrist, Alachua, Levy, Marion, Citrus, Sumter, Lake
Allen Pearce (352) 339-5644 Allen.Pearce17@gmail.com
AREA #4 - Flagler, Volusia
Mike McGuire (386) 871-0666 makmcguire@yahoo.com
AREA #5 - Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, West Hillsborough
Dale Ellis (727) 213-4399 dellis117ktm@gmail.com
AREA #6 - East Hillsborough, Polk
West Anderson (863) 604-1868 jetster220@gmail.com
AREA #7 - Seminola, Osceola, Orange
Will Busick (317) 507-6636 willb763@gmail.com
AREA #8 - Brevard, Indian River
Shaun Foutch (321) 390-3786 eastflorida234@yahoo.com
AREA #9 - Manatee, Sarasota, Hardee, DeSoto, Highlands
Brian Dugre (941) 893-7898 brian@mycentec.com
AREA #10 - Okeechobee, St. Lucie, Martin
George Pollard (772) 349-6354 ktmgeorge811b@gmail.com
AREA #11 - Charlotte, Lee, Glades, Hendry, Collier
Ken Redford (239) 297-7170 redford_kenny@yahoo.com
AREA #12 - Palm Beach
Austin McAfee (561) 722-1318 rkyle914@aol.com
AREA #13 - Borward, Dade, Monroe
Mickel Pares (954) 980-7369 captmickel@gmail.com
Apollo M/C
Mark Bordelon (321) 794-0993 markbord115@gmail.com
Azalea City M/C
Gary Wyatt (386) 684-2698 wyattg1@windstream.net
Big O Trail Riders
Tommy Clay (863) 532-1952 tommy_clay@yahoo.com
Big Scrub Trail Riders
Curtis Bell (386) 679-8201 curtbell@rocketmail.com
Central Florida Trail Riders AJ Stagg ajstagg@gmail.com (407) 929-2114
Columbia Enduro Riders
Ricky Dennis (803) 786-0051 mastercraft@bellsoth.net
Daytona Dirt Riders
Joe Carrasquillo (386) 615-0722 secretary4ddr@gmail.com
Family Riders, Inc.
Johnny Thomas (843) 553-1463 familyriderssc@bellsouth. net
Greenville Enduro Riders
Chris Poole (864) 617-4342 info@greenvilleenduroriders.com
Nature Coast Trail Blazers
Rob Swann (813) 731-5552 naturecoasttrailriders@ gmail.com
Old School Dirt Riders
Ben Kelly (941) 650-1473 ftr90racer@yahoo.com
Palm Beach Track & Trail
Randy Rash (954) 931-5709 motodadfla19@aol.com
Perry Mountain M/C
Brad Belcher (205) 340-4298 perrymountainmotorcycleclub@gmail.com
River City Dirt Riders
James Benton (904) 589-0093 bentonracing116@yahoo.com
Sarasota Area Dirt Riders
Randy Faul (863) 244-3709 randt817@gmail.com
Southeast Florida Trail Riders
Frank Campbell (561) 951-3732 flawoods35@yahoo.com
Sumter Enduro Riders
Johnny McCoy (803) 481-5169 serma@ftc-i.net
Suncoast Trail Blazers
Cary Hunt 727-635-6228 suncoastbiz1@gmail.com
Sunrunners Dirt Riders
West Anderson (863) 604-1868 jetster220@gmail.com
Tallahassee Trail Riders
Mikey Rainey (350) 591-5386 trailriderstallahassee@ gmail.com
Treasure Coast Trail Riders
Ken Harris (772) 370-4434 khei9862@gmail.com
Who to Contact
OFFICERS RIDER REPS
PRESIDENT
Randy Faul (863) 244-3709 president@floridatrailriders.org
VICE PRESIDENT
Pete Rose (941) 270-1189 vicepresident@floridatrailriders.org
SECRETARY
Bill Toreki 352-372-1135 secretaryfloridatrailriders.org
TREASURER
Kayla Vawter (863) 381-2649 treasurer@foridatrailriders.org
HARE SCRAMBLE CHAIRMAN
Randy Rash (954) 931-5709 hschair@floridatrailriders.org
ENDURO CHAIRMAN
George Tolson (863) 698-3837 endurochair@floridatrailriders.org
HARE SCRAMBLE REFEREE
Jeff Hazeltine 941-468-7204 hsreffloridatrailriders.org
ENDURO REFEREE
Glenn Hunt (678) 231-4100 enduroref@floeidatrailriders.org
BUSINESS MANAGER
Darlene Riggs (352) 538-6291 businessmanager@floridatrailriders.org
AA/A ENDURO
Mark Mannschreck (813) 310-2067 hondamm61@aol.com
B/C ENDURO
Sam Boydstun (407) 467-3951
woodsracercfl@rr.com
SPECIALTY A/B ENDURO
Peter Magee (352) 472-6932
cr250@bellsouth.net
SPECIALTY C/WOMEN ENDURO
Elesa Berard (407) 376-7115
AA/A HARE SCRAMBLE
Ryan McCarthy (941) 234-5086 ryanmccarthy90@gmail.com
B/C HARE SCRAMBLE VACANT
SPECIALTY A/B HARE SCRAMBLE
Paul Lucas (305) 244-7531 happytimesamuse@msn.com
SPECIALTY C/WOMEN HARE SCRAMBLE
Holly Langford (954) 504-2659 hollylangford10@gmail.com
SATURDAY CLASSES HARE SCRAMBLE
Kurt Lucas (786) 385-7771 kurtlucas101@gmail.com
QUADS
Pete Rose (941) 270-1189 pwrracingktm@gmail.com
PREZ SEZ
Words: Randy Faul
The Final Event
Our banquet of the 23/24 season was probably the best we have experienced in some time with a tremendous amount of planning, execution and teamwork to achieve such great results. With everything coming together on Saturday evening, it wasn't without a small snag. In previous years we were able to get into the facility on Friday to start setting up all the decorations with the big one being the Eastcoast team assembling the trophies and setting up the order for a smooth distribution of awards. As we found out a couple weeks prior that the banquet room was
being used for another event, things kind of tightened up and a touch of concern was on our minds.
I want to say with Darlene and all our wonderful volunteers that are always there to do what it takes to make these huge events happen, you guys and gals knocked it out of the park! Not only did they get it ready in time, but the ability to have the award ceremony concluded by 9:00 pm was outstanding! All of our behind the curtain ladies that kept the classes in order and running smoothly was exceptional. All the folks that worked feverishly Saturday morning until banquet time
did an outstanding job! Our ladies that worked the front lines outside the banquet hall to our M/C’s announcing our winners, great job everyone! This year's awards ceremony is going to be hard to top, but with the team of experienced folks that give 110%, we look for another stellar event next year.
Thank you everyone that helped in every way .
Thanks for listening,
Randy Faul
CHAPLAIN’s CORNER
Words: Jim Edleston
This week I had the privilege of talking with someone of another faith. While it was a short interaction, I am believing that God will use His words to their heart.
I simply asked that, in time, they would get to know Jesus, not as a minor prophet but for who He really is, “… the Christ, the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” (Matthew 13:16). I further reminded that Jesus loves them so much that He chose to die for their sins so they would not have to. Two sentences with life-changing power.
Romans 8:1-4 puts it this way, “ With the arrival of Jesus, the Messiah, that fateful dilemma is resolved. Those who enter into Christ’s being-here-for-us no longer have to live under a continuous, low-lying black cloud. A new power is in operation. The Spirit of life in Christ, like a strong wind, has magnificently cleared the air, freeing you from a fated lifetime of brutal tyranny at the hands of sin and death. God went for the jugular when he sent his own Son. He didn’t deal with the problem as something remote and unimportant. In his Son, Jesus, he personally took on the human condition, entered the disordered mess of struggling humanity in order to set it right once and for all.”
Romans 8:11”… that if the alive-and-present God who raised Jesus from the dead moves into your life, He’ll do the same thing in you that He did in Jesus, bringing you alive to Himself. When God lives and breathes in you (and He does, as surely as he did in Jesus), you are delivered from that dead life. With His Spirit living in you, your body will be as alive as Christ’s!”
Further in 8:15-16, “This resurrection life you received from God is not a timid, grave-tending life. It’s adventurously expectant, greeting God with a childlike “What’s next, Papa?” God’s Spirit touches our spirits and confirms who we really are. We know who He is, and we know who we are: Father and children.
My brief prayer for my friend is also the prayer I have for each and every one of my FTR family who does not have a personal relationship with Jesus. He is waiting for you with open arms to just simply call out to Him. The response you receive will literally change your life FOREVER!!!!!
Blessings on and off the road, Jim and Betty Edleston
CMA
Esta semana tuve el privilegio de hablar con alguien de otra fe. Si bien fue una interacción breve, creo que Dios usará Sus palabras en sus corazones.
Simplemente les pedí que, con el tiempo, conocieran a Jesús, no como un profeta menor sino por quién es El realmente, “… el Cristo, el Mesías, el Hijo del Dios viviente”. (Mateo 13:16).
Además, les recordé que Jesús los ama tanto que eligió morir por sus pecados para que ellos no tuvieran que hacerlo. Dos oraciones con el poder de cambiar vidas.
Romanos 8:1-4 lo expresa de esta manera: “Ninguna condena, por tanto, pesa ya sobre los que pertenecen a Cristo Jesús, 2 pues la ley del Espíritu que da vida en Cristo Jesús me ha liberado de la ley del pecado y de la muerte. 3 Es decir, lo que era imposible para la ley a causa de la debilidad humana, lo llevó a cabo Dios enviando a su propio Hijo que compartió nuestra condición pecadora y, a fin de eliminar el pecado, dictó sentencia condenatoria contra el pecado a través de su naturaleza mortal. 4 De esta manera nosotros, los que vivimos bajo la acción del Espíritu y no bajo el dominio de nuestros desordenados apetitos, podemos dar pleno cumplimiento a lo que manda la ley. Dios fue por la yugular cuando envió a su propio Hijo. No abordó el problema como algo remoto y sin importancia. En su Hijo, Jesús,
asumió personalmente la condición humana, entró en el caos desordenado de la humanidad para arreglarlo de una vez por todas”. Romanos 8:11” … Y si el Espíritu de aquel que resucitó a Jesús vive en ustedes, el mismo que resucitó a Cristo dará nueva vida a sus cuerpos mortales por medio del Espíritu de Dios que vive en ustedes. Cuando Dios vive y respira en ti (y lo hace, tan seguramente como lo hizo en Jesús), eres liberado de esa vida muerta. ¡Con Su Espíritu viviendo en ti, tu cuerpo estará tan vivo como el de Cristo!
Aún más 8:15-16, “15 Pues ustedes no han recibido un espíritu de esclavitud que los lleve otra vez a tener miedo, sino el Espíritu que los hace hijos de Dios. Por este Espíritu nos dirigimos a Dios, diciendo: «¡Abbá! ¡Padre!» 16 Y este mismo Espíritu se une a nuestro espíritu para dar testimonio de que ya somos hijos de Dios.
Mi breve oración por mi amigo es también la oración que tengo por todos y cada uno de mi familia FTR que no tiene una relación personal con Jesús. Él te está esperando con los brazos abiertos para que simplemente lo llames. La respuesta que recibas literalmente cambiará tu vida. POR SIEMPRE!!!!!
Bendiciones desde la carretera y el monte,
REST IN PEACE GARY WYATT
WHAT’s NEW?
FTR BOD MEETING MINUTES JULY 20, 2024
Introduction of guests: Darlene Riggs, Tim Nordle, Jeff Hazeltine, Glen Hunt, Mike Hall, Donny Richardson.
Darlene Riggs (business Manager) gave Banquet update (including budget and financials), and presented FTR Balance Sheet (financial statement), and summary of available Scholarship funds (approximately $14,000), and arrow inventory. FTR had 2,446 members last season, and 936 currently (new season).
Tim Nordle reports that the new scoring trailer has been received and is being outfitted.
President’s report: Thanked our 3 contract employees for their service. FTR is planning to get a new “down-sized” tech inspection for Hare Scrambles – focusing mainly on number plates. Thanked Jason Ennis and Can-Am for supplying a new SxS vehicle for out safety /medic crew. We will tradein the old one
Vice President’s Report: Extensive discussion about possibly using Docu-Sign for FTR membership in order to ensure and leave documentation that all members acknowledge having received the rule book. This also mitigate liability for FTR in the event of injuries. FTR and clubs should take photos of the posted AMA and Safety signs at events to provide proof that participants have been informed of risks and rules, and have accepted personal responsibility. FTR will add a statement to the sign-up forms and gate waivers that says singer acknowledges receiving FTR rule book and agrees to follow rules.
Treasurer’s Report: Reviewed recent expenditures outside our normal operating expenses, and the banquet:
The EC & BOD have approved the following expenditures in our past season:
• Increase in Business Manager & HS Scoring compensation floor if needed for contractual proposes (HS up to $4000 per event / BM up to $4000 per month)
• New Generator to be used for the PAQ system ($2900)
• Donation to the Rodriguez family ($2500)
• Approval for expenditure for up to $25k for new HS Scoring trailer (8.5 x 20) finish line.
• Approval of top 3 finishers in each class to receive a free banquet ticket
• Purchase the website domain – floridatrailriders.com ($650)
• Antenna for scoring trailer $1582.60
• $1100 to switch to Starlink wifi system
** Look at banquet tickets next year vs. possible free membership to top finishers?
Secretary’s Report:.
FTR Scholarship: 8 applications received. 4 scholarships to be awarded. Reminder than if any clubs still want to make a donation, please see Jenni Lamb at this event.
Pit Mom and Sportsman of the Year were selected.
FTR website has been redesigned. Webmaster still working on restoring the full archive of meeting minutes
New Fire Lane markers.
RM Race Gas Program is going well, and will continue next season.
US Trademark Applications still pending at USPTO (backlog).
Still need to file for ISSN number for magazine.
I am in process of updating rulebook. Goerge working on the Enduro section. James wants to add a summary section.
New membership cards have QR scan code for rulebook.
FTR info business cards.
Since the last BOD meeting, the EC has taken the following actions:
• Approved $1,582.60 for the purchase and install of swing-out antenna for scoring chicane trailer.
• Held discussion of fire safety related to electric bikes.
• Approved expenditure of $1,100 to switch to StarLink for internet service at events.
• Agreed to put a certain member on “probation” due to inappropriate actions.
• Denied BSTR request to move date up for HS1.
• Approved purchase of 2,000 Fire Lane arrows for $1281.07
• Approved contracts for BM, Scoring, and Magazine.
Enduro Chairman’s Report: We completed 7 enduro events last season, of 8 scheduled.
Attendance is up. We have 9 proposed events this coming season, including 2 National events.
Hare Scrambles Chairman’s Report: New Saturday schedule – we are starting earlier now. Clubs should make sure to notify ambulance to come earlier on Saturday. Ron Thomas has stepped-up to be Uncle Bills’ assistant. In order to be compatible with AMA rules, Pre-Modern B class should properly be called Premodern B/C. New classes this season (Women-C and Electric) will start on Row 8 (Sat PM), and Beginner will move to Row 9.
James Benton provided discussion about Pee-Wee
classes. He has prepared a document that summarizes the PW events (schedule, equipment, age, and identification requirements). This is needed because the information in the rulebook is scattered over many pages. This will make it easier for participants/parents to find the correct information. Instead of putting this into the rulebook, we will add it to the website and have a QR scan code linked to it. Signs and flyers with this code will be posted. Donny stated that PW course workers should clearly identify all communications as “PeeWee Track” in order to prevent confusion.
Old Business:
1. Approved BOD meeting minutes from 1/13/2024. Unanimous.
New Business:
1. Enduro Team Points Structure Discussion (Rule Change). New scoring points system for Team participation. Event points awarded based on class participation and not just finishing position within class. -- PASSED Unanimous
2. B & C Rider Division Verification prior to start of New FTR Season (Rule Change).
FTR Enduro Rankings are derived from AMA Off Road rankings. Due to the calendar timing of the FTR and AMA seasons, riders that are enroute to be promoted by the AMA in November, can start the FTR season in the division that they are currently participating. Prior to the FTR season start, the Referee and team will review B & C Riders and calculate their AMA ORPV (Off Road Performance Value) with data in AMA system. The advancement value of >15 qualifies for advancement to the next higher Division. 2023 AMA Competition rulebook defines this system and points starting on page 65-69 and how to calculate the ORPV used for promotions. -- Enduro Chairman asked that this proposal be withdrawn. Motion made to accept proposal. FAILED to pass, Unanimous
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES
New Business:
FTR is accepting Volunteers or Nominations (you can nominate yourself) for Rider Representatives to the Hare Scramble and Enduro Competition Committees. Please send names to either the Hare Scramble Chair (Randy Rash), or Enduro Chair (George Tolson) for the following positions:
• Hare Scramble: A/AA, BC, Specialty A/B, Specialty C/Women, Saturday Classes, Quads.
Confirmed Rule Changes for next season:
Hare Scramble Rules
• New Schedule for Saturday event times (see attached).
• Proposal 1/24: Modify the top 10 AA advancement rule to exclude all age-specific classes.
• Proposal 2/24: Allow 85 cc 2-stroke bikes to compete in the junior A/B/C/G classes (currently 86-200cc).
• Proposal 3/24: Create Women-C class to run Saturday afternoon. Yellow plates w/ Black numbers, no points carried to Sunday classes. Row 8 with Electric bike class. Passed HSC 2x.
• Proposal 5/24: Create an electric M/C class to start row 8 on Saturday afternoon. Blue number plates with white numbers, no pedals, minimum 19” front wheel, row 8.
• Proposal 6/24: Move Elite Master A from row 10 and to
• Enduro: A/AA, BC, Specialty A/B, Specialty C/Women.
Carol Preston asked that everyone go to the CanAm website and provide feedback thanking them for their help with the safety/medical vehicle.
After extensive discussion regarding graphics for the FTR Sign-up trailer and the new scoring (finish line) trailer, it was decided that images of the current AA-Quad and AAEnduro Champions will replace
Row 7 (with Golden Master A). No rows being added.
• The specific number size requirement (3” / 5”) has been removed and replaced with a requirement that number plates “…must be readable from 40 feet away so that the scorekeepers can quickly identify the color, number and letter…”
Enduro Rules
• Enduro EVO class has been Removed due to low participation.
• New scoring points system for Team participation. Event points awarded based on class participation and not just finishing position within class.*
General Rules
Add requirement that Chest and Back Protection for all riders in Youth Classes.
the images of last-year’s champions. Secretary will ask HBD to provide a quote for this. Also, the EC will make final decision regarding graphics on the new Scoring trailer. This should include clear display of FTR’s web address, and it was also suggested that the rear panel should display and aerial image of our starting grid. Significant FTR sponsors should also be displayed (RM, CanAm, others). The Scoring trailer will also have a QR scancode that links to the Live Scoring website.
Approved Changes to Saturday’s HS Race Schedule
07:30am - 10:30am: Saturday Signup
08:30am - 09:00am: Quad Practice (Big Track). 08:30am - 08:35am: Peewee C/Beginner Practice. 08:40am - 08:45am: Peewee A/B Practice.
08:50am - 09:05am: Race #1
Row 1 – Peewee Beginner: 15 min moto
09:10am 09:25am Race: #2
Row 1 – Peewee C:15-min moto
09:30am 9:55am Race: #3
Row 1 -- Peewee A & B. 25-min moto
09:30am - 10:00am: Bike Practice (Big Track). 09:55am - 10:05am Peewee: Clear Bikes Before Starting Quads.
10:05am - 10:10am: Peewee Quad A/B Practice 10:15am - 10:20am: Super Peewee Quad A/B Practice
10:25am - 10:45am: Race #4
Row 1 – Quad Peewee B: 20-min moto
10:50am - 11:10am: Race #5
Row 1 – Quad Peewee A: 20-min moto
11:15am - 11:40am: Race #6
Row 1 – Super Quad Peewee B: 25-min moto 11:45am - 12:15pm: Race #7
Row 1 – Super Quad Peewee A: 30-min moto
11:30am: Riders Meeting (Big Track)
11:45am - 01:15pm: Race #8 (Mini/65) 01:45pm - 03:15pm: Race #9 (PM/Jr/Evo/Vin/ Beg/E/Wm-C)
03:45pm - 05:15pm: Race #10 (Quads)
03:30pm - 05:30pm: Sunday Race Signup
MOTO PT IMPROVE YOUR MOVE
MOTOPT Column with Dr. D: Do Your Hands Go Numb When You Ride?
Hello FTR Family,
As a racer, your body undergoes intense physical stress, especially in the upper body. This high-impact sport demands not just skill and agility but also optimal physical condition. One issue that can significantly impact your performance and comfort is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). If you have your hands or anywhere in the upper extremities go numb one potential cause is TOS. In this post, we’ll explore what TOS is, its symptoms, and how you can manage and prevent it.
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is a condition that occurs when the nerves and blood vessels in the space between your collarbone and first rib (thoracic outlet) become compressed. This compression can cause pain, numbness, and weakness in your shoulders, neck, and arms. For racers, who often maintain gripping and leaning postures, the repetitive strain can lead to or exacerbate TOS.
Symptoms of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Photos by Photman386
Recognizing the symptoms of TOS early can help you seek treatment before it impacts your racing. Common symptoms include:
Pain and Tingling: You might experience aching or sharp pain in your neck, shoulder, or arm, often accompanied by a tingling sensation.
Numbness: Numbness or a “pins and needles” feeling in your fingers or hand.
Weakness: Difficulty in performing fine motor tasks or a general sense of weakness in your arm or hand.
Swelling or Discoloration: In severe cases, you might notice swelling or a bluish color in your arm or hand due to restricted blood flow.
WORDS: MATT DAUGHERTY
Causes and Risk Factors for Racers
Several factors can contribute to the development of TOS in racers:
Repetitive Movements: Constant gripping, leaning, and maneuvering on the bike can strain the muscles and structures around the thoracic outlet.
Poor Posture: Maintaining an awkward posture while riding can compress the thoracic outlet area.
Previous Injuries: Past injuries to the neck or shoulder can make you more susceptible to TOS.
Muscle Imbalance: Strong chest muscles and weaker back muscles can pull your shoulders forward, compressing the thoracic outlet.
Managing and Preventing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Effective management and prevention of TOS involve a combination of stretching, strengthening, and ergonomic adjustments:
Stretching: Regularly stretch your neck, shoulders, and chest to maintain flexibility and reduce tension. Focus on stretches that open up the thoracic outlet area.
Strengthening: Strengthen the muscles of your upper back and shoulders to improve posture and reduce strain on the thoracic outlet. Exercises like rows, scapular squeezes, and shoulder blade retractions are beneficial.
Posture Correction: Pay attention to your riding posture. Ensure your shoulders are not rounded forward, and avoid maintaining a fixed posture for long periods.
Ergonomic Adjustments: Modify your bike setup to reduce strain on your upper body. Adjust handlebar height and position to promote a more natural riding posture.
Physical Therapy: Consulting with a physical therapist can provide you with a personalized exercise and treatment plan to address TOS symptoms and prevent recurrence.
Conclusion
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome can be a debilitating condition, especially for dirt bike racers who rely heavily on their upper body strength and endurance. By understanding the symptoms and implementing preventive measures, you can keep TOS at bay and continue to perform at your best. If you experience persistent symptoms, don’t hesitate to seek professional help. Your health and performance on the track are worth the investment.
Before acting on any information in this article, I highly recommend that you consult a physical therapist or physician for a general health and physical activity readiness screening. If you are experiencing pain while riding, it is always beneficial to have a complete evaluation by a physical therapist or physician. If you have any questions or comments, please email me at contact@motopt.com, or call 904-395-5379. Let's IMPROVE YOUR MOVE so you can ride pain-free with MotoPT.
Dr. Matthew Daugherty PT, DPT, OTR/L, MOT, DBA
Associate Professor
Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists Manual Therapy Certified
RIDER: BRIAN STARMER
PHOTO: TYLER MILLER
A Thank You to Can-Am,
As we work our way through the 2023 – 2024 season, I want to take a minute and give a huge thanks to CanAm. For many of us racing/riding is not just a hobby, but it becomes a lifestyle. We pack our home on wheels, load our racing machines and make our way to a cow pasture to spend another weekend with our racing family. We all know that this sport can be dangerous but that never stops us. Unfortunately, we do have racers and even some spectators that get injured or ill during the race weekend. Central Florida Powersports – Jason Ennis reached out to me before the season started to let me know that Can-Am was interested in providing the safety team with a side by side. From the start, the dedication to improve racer/spectator safety from Can-Am was evident. We received a 2023 Can-Am Defender XT HD9 to add to the safety team’s arsenal of tools to provide care to Florida Trail Riders members. This unit comes to FTR at no cost to the organization which is a huge benefit, and it was delivered to the team at the first race of the season. So why is this a big deal? The addition of this side by side provides another means in the ability to provide rapid response of medical crew and equipment to an emergency. It furthermore provides a secondary means of transporting the injured/ill racer/spectator back to camp. As we all know when an injury or illness happens, seconds count. Being able to emergently get to that person can be the difference between bad and really bad. Our hope is that you never need to ride on it but know that we have you covered should you need it.
So again, a huge thank you to Can-Am for their dedication to membership safety. Also thank you to Jason for his work with this endeavor. Would also like to give a shout out to HBD Motografx – Ronnie for the EMS wrap.
See you all at the track. Braaap!!
Donny Richardson - FTR Rider Safety Coordinator
2024-2025
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