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Parity Packed 2016 Race to the Championship Following the U.S. departure of reigning fourtime Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, titleholder Ryan Villopoto, the 2015 season became a wide open battle to fill the vacancy left atop the 450SX Class. What last year’s championship battle ultimately became was the rise of another Ryan, Red Bull KTM’s Ryan Dungey, who amassed one of the most statistically dominant seasons in history to wrap up the championship three races early.
AS A WHOLE, 2015 WAS ONE TO REMEMBER FOR DUNGEY.
The Minnesota native captured his second 450SX Class title on the heels of 16 podium finishes in 17 races and a career-high eight victories. It had been five years since he won his first World Championship as a rookie back in 2010, setting a record gap between titles, but Dungey had already established himself as arguably the most consistent rider of the sport’s new era. In five seasons of 450SX Class competition prior to 2015, he finished no worse than third in the final standings. Another championship was seemingly inevitable for the sport’s most reliable athlete. Dungey continued his impressive 2015 run into the summer Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, earning seven overall wins and 22 podium results in 24 motos to become a 450 Class National Champion for the third time. In doing so, he swept each of the sport’s respective major championships for the second time in his career. In more than 40 years of the sport only 11 riders have ever won both the supercross and motocross titles, and Dungey is now one of just five riders to do so on multiple occasions. This small and coveted group is comprised of the most successful riders in history – Bob Hannah, Jeff Stanton, Ricky Carmichael, Ryan Villopoto and now Dungey. Now officially one of the sport’s most decorated athletes, Dungey is in pursuit of another coveted
distinction for the 2016 season. With a potential third Monster Energy Supercross championship on the line, he will not only look to successfully defend a title for the first time in his career but also to become just the sixth rider to win three 450SX Class crowns. As the most dependable competitor in all of off-road motorcycle racing, Dungey will prove to be difficult to unseat from his throne. However, a very talented group of challengers, all of whom are younger than Dungey, enter the 2016 season with aspirations of capturing their first Monster Energy Supercross championship and becoming the 21st different titleholder in the sport’s 42-year history. Eli Tomac, last year’s championship runner-up, along with Ken Roczen, Trey Canard and Justin Barcia, all of whom are multi-time Main Event winners, are in the prime of their budding careers. They are each familiar with success, having all won a 250SX Class
Regional Championship, and have the ability to put together a championship-caliber campaign over the course of the 17-race season. Tomac is the new face at Monster Energy Kawasaki, filling the void left by Villopoto’s retirement. His breakout 2015 season saw him win three Main Events and emerge as Dungey’s primary rival in the late stages of the championship. He’s been seen as one of the sport’s most promising young riders, thanks to the Villopoto-esque aggression he displays on the track, and appears to be in a situation where he can thrive with his new team, perhaps taking the next step in his career. The Factory Kawasaki effort was held winless last season for the first time since 2004, and Tomac is determined to put the team back in the forefront of the title fight.
Roczen is Monster Energy Supercross’ rising international star, who hails from Germany. Entering his second season with the Ricky Carmichael – and Carey Hart – owned RCH Soaring Eagle/Jimmy Johns/Suzuki Factory Racing team, Roczen is poised to learn from an up – and – down 2015 season and give his squad its first championship of any kind.
he was forced to shutter his self-owned TwoTwo Motorsports operation after five seasons. Now Reed is back aboard a factory bike and feeling rejuvenated about his chances of battling for a third Monster Energy Supercross championship in his 14th season of 450SX Class competition at the age of 33.
“ I did all i could in the off season to come into 2016 prepared to defend my title.”
-RYAN DUNGEY
Not to be outdone, a stout collection of sophomore riders and 450SX Class rookies will also fill the gate for 2016, hoping to turn some heads and ascend to the sport’s upper echelon. Team Honda HRC’s Cole Seely enjoyed a convincing rookie campaign in 2015 that not only saw him dominate en route to his inaugural 450SX Class victory, but also amass five podium finishes while placing third in the championship. With a yearunder his belt, Seely is a wild card that could shake things up on any given weekend. Team Yoshimura Suzuki’s Blake Baggett did well to fill Stewart’s absence last season, exceeding expectations to finish fifth in the final standings with
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Roczen is arguably the most well-rounded and naturally gifted rider in the field and is known for getting off to a fast start in the early stages of the season, which could be critical in his efforts to become supercross’ first ever German-born champion. Canard has gradually inched closer and closer to ending Team Honda HRC’s championship drought that now enters its 13th season. He can easily be considered the most accomplished rider in the field to never win a 450SX Class title, but heartbreak has unfortunately played a significant role to this point in his career. In five seasons of premier class competition, Canard has never completed a full 17-race slate, but he’s a fixture at the front of the field. If he can stay healthy, Canard is a virtual lock to be in the title hunt and could bring Honda back to the dominance it once enjoyed. There were growing pains for Barcia in his first season with the Joe Gibbs Racing Autotrader.com / Toyota / Yamaha effort, but as time wore on the partnership began to show its potential. Still titleless in eight seasons, the JGRMX squad finally has its perfect rider, while Barcia is finally entrenched in the environment he needs to chase a championship. Arguably the dark horse of this year’s title hopefuls, Barcia and JGRMX appear ready to make a run. While the youth movement of Monster Energy Supercross appears to be reaching its pinnacle, two of the sport’s most iconic figures aren’t ready to relinquish their positions at the top just yet, creating an incredibly intriguing dynamic of experienced veterans and youthful exuberance. Today’s era of supercross cannot be discussed without mentioning James Stewart and Chad Reed, who accompany Dungey as former champions in the 2016 field. These surefire Hall of Famers are entering the late stages of their illustrious careers, but despite giving up some years on their fellow competitors, they are both still more than capable of winning and enter this season with something to prove. Stewart was forced to sit out the entirety of 2015 following a 16-month suspension stemming from a failed PED test in 2014. Although he was unable to compete, Stewart refused to sit idle and has prepared relentlessly aboard his Team Yoshimura Suzuki for his highly anticipated and impending return. Undoubtedly more motivated than ever before, the 30-year-old looks poised to make a serious run at a third Monster Energy Supercross crown, which he last won in 2009. As for Reed, the 2016 season presents yet another year in which he will play the role of underdog, perhaps more so than ever before. True to his legacy, Reed overcame all obstacles last season to win his 44th career Main Event and remain relevant in the championship battle, ultimately finishing fourth despite scoring no points at two races. However, the Australian rider’s hopes for the future suffered a major blow after
one podium finish. A similar effort came from Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Jason Anderson, who helped make the legendary Swedish brand’s return to the sport seamless thanks to a pair of podiums of his own. Team Red Bull KTM’s Dean Wilson will enjoy another rookie season of sorts in 2016 after a torn ACL took him out of contention a year ago after just three races. While his raw speed is elite, Wilson will focus on developing race craft in his comeback, leaning on the experience of Dungey and tutelage from team manager Roger DeCoster. A trio of former Eastern Regional 250SX Class Champions will lead the rookie effort in the 450SX Class as Marvin Musquin, Justin Bogle and Christophe Pourcel all prepare to take on the world’s best aboard factory rides. Frenchman Musquin capped off his 250SX Class career last season with his first career title on U.S. soil, and his technical skillset should prove beneficial as he acclimates to the premier division. Bogle will take the place of Tomac at GEICO Honda, the team he has raced for his entire pro career, giving him a comfortable and familiar setting to develop from in his rookie season. Although Pourcel last competed in supercross during a championship-winning 2010 season, the Frenchman is full of talent and has many people curious as to what he can accomplish with the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team. With a trio of former champions and 10 past Main Event winners, Monster Energy Supercross will have its deepest field of 450SX Class competitors on the gate for the 2016 season. While Dungey looks to chase history, his primary challengers will all eagerly look to unseat him as champion over the course of 17 races in 18 weeks.
Former Champions RYAN
DUNGEY Following a picture–perfect season in 2015, Dungey has his sights set on snagging back-to-back Monster Energy Supercross championships. While it took him four years between his first 450SX championship in 2010 and his most recent in 2015, it’s not likely Dungey is going to waste any time as he attempts to claim his third championship. The 25-year-old Minnesota native will indeed have a bright target on his back as he tries to go after the elusive third championship, but he enters the 2016 season with the confidence that comes from winning a career-best eight races last year and only missing the podium once. And the rest of the field of riders on the gate know Dungey is one of the most consistent riders in the sport’s history, making him one of the best candidates for the 2016 championship.
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JAMES
After a season away from the bright lights of Monster Energy Supercross, two-time 450SX champion James Stewart returns to the starting gate in 2016 to go after a premier class third title. Residing in the sunshine state of Florida, Stewart holds the record as the winningest rider in the 250SX series with 18 wins that led to two championships. Even with a year off and other injuries along the way, when Stewart keeps his motorcycle on two wheels, it’s hard to beat the Floridian. He holds the second-best record of wins at 50 victories and is eager to add to that count come the season opener in Anaheim.
STEWART
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CHAD
Entering his 15th season of supercross competition in the United States, Australian-born Chad Reed is out to prove he still has what it takes to be competitive. As the eldest rider on the track, Reed sits fourth on the all-time 450SX wins list with 44 victories to his name, including a win he collected just last season in Atlanta. When his team closed its doors last season, it was unsure whether Reed would line up in 2016, but he’s made it clear he’s not ready to hang up his boots just yet. It will be a sight to see if this 33-year-old has what it takes to earn his third 450SX championship.
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Veterans
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TREY
As the series’ likeable red head, Canard returns to the starting gate as a natural favorite to win races and be competitive for the championship. Last season, he claimed two wins (Oakland and San Diego) before getting hurt in Detroit. The 2008 Eastern Regional 250SX champ has had to bounce back from several injuries throughout his career and each time seems to be stronger and stronger when he returns. Returning to Team Honda HRC for his sixth season, he’s ready to get down to business and continue adding victories and hopefully a championship to the record books.
CANARD
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DAVI
Jumping onto a 4th different brand of motorcycle spanning the past five seasons (Yamaha 2012, Suzuki 2013, Kawasaki 2015, KTM 2016), Millsaps is looking for a fresh start to kick off the 2016 season. The 2006 Eastern Regional 250SX Champion and 2014 Monster Energy Cup winner comes off a solid fifth-place performance in Las Vegas at the 2015 MEC with his new Team BTO Sports crew. He is ready to get back on the podium where he found himself much of the 2012 and 2013 seasons – the years he placed runner-up in the championship standings behind the unstoppable Ryan Villopoto.
MILLSAPS
After a breakout motocross season with his new JGRMX team last year, Barcia enters the 2016 Monster Energy Supercross title fight more confident and prepared than ever, hoping to bring his young team its first – ever championship. The 23-year-old aggressive racer from upstate New York has known success since entering the professional ranks, with two Eastern Regional 250SX Championships to his name. Last season his supercross season was cut short following a practice crash, and he is now looking to 2016 to add to his two 450SX wins. If he can find success in claiming holeshot after holeshot like he did during the motocross season, he will be a threat for his first 450SX championship.
Young Guns ELI
TOMAC Tomac’s sophomore supercross campaign quickly revealed he was a championship contender after collecting his first ever 450SX victory at Round 2 in Phoenix. He then added another two victories before the season was finished, ultimately ending the season as the runner-up to a very consistent Dungey. Tomac spent the remainder of the 2015 race schedule nursing injuries he sustained during the motocross season and making a big move from his long-time team GEICO Honda to the championshipproven squad of Monster Energy Kawasaki. When he lines up at Angel Stadium in January, he’ll be racing for the first time since the beginning of June and on a new machine. Whether the injuries have healed and if the team switch was for the better will be something to watch as the 2016 season progresses.
MARVIN
MUSQUIN DEAN
WILSON Last season as a rookie in the 450SX class, Wilson didn’t get to show his talents on the 450 machine following an early season injury that saw him sidelined after only three races. As he enters his second year with the Red Bull KTM team, the 25-year-old is hoping that 2016 will be his year to turn heads and prove he’s a rider that can run with the best in the series. While the Scottish-born rider hasn’t had much of a chance to show off his speed in the premier class, he is no stranger to winning as he’s earned a total of eight wins in the 250SX class. Wilson’s tall 6’1” frame lends itself to the larger and more powerful 450 motorcycle, and it will be a season of proving to himself that he’s capable of putting his KTM regularly on the podium.
COLE
SEELY Seely’s rookie 450SX season got off to a slow start, but after collecting his first podium finish in Anaheim, the young gun gained the necessary confidence to prove he was worthy of the factory Honda ride. He claimed his first 450SX victory in Houston and didn’t finish worse than fifth during the second half of the season. With that elusive first win under his belt and knowing what it takes to finish strong during the long 17-race season, 25-year-old Seely is one to watch during his sophomore year.
Rookies JUSTIN
BOGLE
KEN
ROCZEN Roczen has been a 450SX championship contender since moving up to the premier class in 2014. He won two races in his first season, including his debut at the season opener in Anaheim, before finishing a respectable third in the standings. He made it backto-back Round 1 victories with another season opener win in 2015, leading his new RCH Racing team to the top of the podium for the very first time. They would stand atop the podium again two weeks later in Anaheim, but the happy times were short-lived after Roczen was unable to finish out the second half of the season following a practice injury. Once he was healthy, the celebrations returned in October as Roczen bounced back in a big way to claim his first-ever Monster Energy Cup title. He looks to take advantage of the momentum earned from his Monster Energy Cup victory into his third 450SX season.
JASON
ANDERSON As a young rookie in 2015 coming off his first ever 250SX championship, a lot of eyes were on 22-yearold Anderson as he made the jump to the 450SX Class. In his first year, the rookie showed a great amount of consistency in the premier class and closed out the season with 13 top-10 finishes in the 16 races he lined up for. He made two trips to the podium, including a third-place finish at the season opener in Anaheim. Like his other rookie comrades, Anderson learned the commitment it takes to run a 17-race season, looking to take that knowledge and turn it into bigger success his second time around.
Oklahoma-native Bogle contested three seasons in the 250SX class that resulted in a championship in 2014 and three wins to his name. After finishing as the runner-up to nearly unstoppable Musquin last season, Bogle is tasked to make the jump to the premier class. He has big shoes to fill as Eli Tomac’s replacement on the GEICO Honda team, but with Team Manager Mike LaRocco in his corner, Bogle will continue to be mentored from one of the sport’s best, leaving him fully capable to take on the challenge set before him.
MARVIN
As one of three notable newcomers to the 450SX class, Musquin has the most to prove as the reigning Eastern Regional 250SX champion. 2015 was nearly a dream Monster Energy Supercross season for Musquin as he captured nearly every win en route to his first U.S. title. It’s no secret that the two-time MX2 World Motocross Champion has been eager to move up to the premier class to play with the “big boys,” and Musquin enters his rookie season with the confidence and talent to be a threat to the experienced riders on the gate.
CHRIS
It’s been four long seasons since fans have been able to cheer on the No. 377 of Pourcel, but he’s back and with the full support of the Rockstar Energy Factory Husqvarna Racing team. The two-time Eastern Regional 250SX champion has been all over the world since his last Monster Energy Supercross and after a successful return to U.S. racing last summer, Pourcel is ready to get back to his specialty of racing under the lights of supercross. When Pourcel was in the spotlight prior to his departure, he was a force to be reckoned with, winning 12 times in 21 starts. While he may be classified as a 450SX rookie, the Frenchman is fast on a supercross track and could be a dark horse in 2016.
MUSQUIN
POURCEL
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The Sport’s Future Cooper Webb
Malcolm Stewart
Jessy Nelson
Cooper Web (pictured above, center) had a rookie season in 2014 that could be chalked up to a so-so year, so it was a welcomed surprise to see Webb break out at Round 2 in 2015 for his first win. That victory started a comeback that would ultimately see Webb claim six out of eight wins on his way to clinch his first Western Regional 250SX title. And while winning six times sounds like smooth sailing for a championship run, it was anything but that as he faced stiff competition and potential injuries along the way. Despite that, Webb will be the one to beat in 2016 as he looks to add another title to his resume.
With the spotlight usually on his older brother James, Malcolm Stewart has had the struggle of living up to the family name since turning pro in 2011. Fortunately for Malcolm, his 2015 season showcased his undeniable talent and proved he was able to run out front. He claimed his first career victory in Oakland and backed up that victory with several more trips to the podium. This helped earn him an invite back to the GEICO Honda stables for the 2016 season where they will be looking to him to be a championship contender.
Entering his fourth season of 250SX competition, Nelson knows what it’s like to carry the weight of the red plate. In 2015, he collected his first win at the season opener in Anaheim and held the points lead for several races before eventually being sidelined due to injury. Getting a small taste of championship hopes has provided Nelson the drive he needs to come out swinging again in 2016.
Adam Cianciarulo
Tyler Bowers
Jeremy Martin
Cianciarulo didn’t h ave to face many injuries during his amateur career, but so far in his short professional career Cianciarulo has endured his fair share of heartache. His Monster Energy Supercross debut in 2014 was a dream after he won the Eastern Regional season opener in Dallas and went on to win in Indianapolis and Detroit, but injury claimed the remainder of his season in Toronto. Last year he didn’t get the chance to back up his rookie success following a pre-season injury. He’s hoping 2016 will be his year as the 19-year-old feels like he has something to prove to himself, his Monster Energy / Pro Circuit / Kawasaki team and his fans.
Prior to lining up for full-time supercross racing in 2015, Bowers was the man to beat in the arenacross series, winning four-straight championships from 2011 to 2014. He used his experience with the close racing of arenacross to come out swinging, making three trips to the podium and placing himself in close contention of the title. Bowers would eventually be sidelined with a back injury that has kept him off the bike for a majority of 2015, but his determination has brought him back to the starting gate and ready to contend for a championship in 2016.
Martin is no stranger to the pressures of winning a championship with two 250 Class motocross titles under his belt so far in his young career. While it took a few seasons for Martin to get the hang of supercross racing, once he did, he was a constant fixture on the podium. Martin’s first win in Las Vegas in 2014 was the start of him becoming a true threat as a championship contender. Last season he added another win to his resume despite very stiff competition from Musquin and made it known that he was going to be the one to beat in 2016.
Road to Supercross Graduates The Ricky Carmichael Road to Supercross is the official development program aligning AMSOIL Arenacross and Monster Energy Supercross. The future stars of the sport cut their teeth in the professional ranks by competing against the world-class talent of arenacross – the more intimate, more intense and more technical complement to supercross – ultimately fighting to earn their endorsement to compete in the 250SX Class of supercross.
MITCHELL
ALEX
HARRISON
FRYE
Fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming a factory supercross racer, Mitchell Harrison (pictured above, #229) will make his professional debut as a new member of the championship— winning Yamalube /Star Racing Yamaha team. With riders Cooper Webb and Jeremy Martin under the same tent, Harrison will have a group of talented teammates to help him get acquainted with the often nerve-wracking bright lights of Monster Energy Supercross. He does bring in some valuable experience from the arenacross series’ Road to Supercross, where he won one Arenacross Lites main event. He also scored third this past October in the All-Stars class of the Monster Energy Cup in Las Vegas.
With the blending of the Red Bull KTM and KTM’s Orange Brigade 250SX riders to the Troy Lee Designs/Lucas Oil/ Red Bull/KTM, Alex Frye will line up for his very first supercross with a team known for its experience of guiding young rookies. Frye is a two-time champion of the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch, and leading up to his debut in 2016, Frye competed in the Road to Supercross to challenge his skills on the competitive arenacross tracks.
17 Races in 18 weeks 2 countries 11 States “THE ELITE”
450sx MAIN EVENT
22 riders 20 Laps 1 winner RIDERS FROM
9 different “THE RISING STARS”
countries
covering
120
250 sx
ft
in the air
MAIN EVENT
22 riders 15 Laps 1 winner
Capable of
0-60 mph
in less than
5 sec
14 STADIUMS
1.5 MILLON LBS OF DIRT ONE OF A KIND TRACKS
JAN. 9 ANGEL STADIUM WEST ANAHEIM, CA
JAN. 16 PETCO PARK WEST SAN DIEGO, CA
JAN. 23 ANGEL STADIUM WEST ANAHEIM, CA
JAN. 30 O.CO COLISEUM WEST OAKLAND, CA
FEB. 6 U. OF PHOENIX STADIUM WEST GLENDALE, AZ
FEB. 13 PETCO PARK WEST SAN DIEGO, CA
FEB. 20 AT&T STADIUM WEST ARLINGTON, TX
FEB. 27 GEORGIA DOME EAST ATLANTA, GA
MAR. 12 ROGERS CENTRE EAST TORONTO, ON
MAR. 19 FORD FIELD EAST DETROIT, MI
APR. 2 LEVI’S STADIUM WEST SANTA CLARA, CA
APR. 9 LUCAS OIL STADIUM EAST INDIANAPOLIS, IN
APR. 16 EDWARD JONES DOME WEST ST. LOUIS, MO
APR. 23 GILLETTE STADIUM WEST FOXBORO, MA
APR. 30 METLIFE STADIUM EAST EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ
MAY 7 SAM BOYD STADIUM EAST/WEST LAS VEGAS, NV
MAR. 5 DAYTONA INTL. SPEEDWAY EAST DAYTONA, FL (NOT A FELD MOTOR SPORTS EVENT)
2015 attendance approached
1 million
Pit Party hosted more than 200,000 fans
the Track
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Converting a professional baseball or football stadium into a 4,000-yard Monster Energy Supercross track is a delicate process that requires a collaborative effort. The track requires a minimum of four days to construct. On average, 20 crew members work on the track while nearly 30 full- or mid-sized semi-trucks drop dirt. Before any dirt can be dropped onto the stadium floor, more than 5,000 sheets of plywood or plastic product are laid down onto the stadium floor to guarantee proper preservation of the venue’s sacred turf or grass.
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After 1.5 million pounds of dirt is dumped, track crews need to allocate 24 hours for covering and creating the track. If the weather does not cooperate, completing the task in that 24-hour timeframe can be difficult. Astonishingly, the crew never misses a beat in ensuring that the track is safe and ready for action.
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Motorcycles
2016 KX250
2016 KX450
249cc 4-Stroke
Engine
449cc 4-stroke
77.0 x 53.6mm
Bore x Stroke
96.0 x 62.1mm
13.8: 1
Compression ratio
12.8: 1
28.7 degrees / 5.0 in.
Rake/Trail
28 degrees / 4.9 in.
80 / 100-21
Front Tire Size
80 / 100-21
100 / 90-19
Rear Tire Size
120 / 80-19
85.4 in.
Overall Length
86.4 in.
32.3 in.
Overall Width
32.3 in.
50.0 in.
Overall Height
50.8 in.
58.1 in.
Wheelbase
58.9 in.
13.0 in.
Ground Clearance
13.6 in
37.2 in.
Seat Height
37.8 in.
233.6 lbs
Curb Weight
239.6 lbs.
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1 Start
5 Rhythm Section
Arguably the most important part of the race is the start. All 20 riders jump out of the gate and sprint toward the first turn at a high rate of speed in hopes of earning the holeshot.
A grouping of jumps that challenges riders to find the fastest line through the obstacles. A variety of combinations are often developed in this section of the track, resulting in several racing lines.
2 Holeshot
6 Berm
A pre-designated line located near turn one, which is marked in chalk across the racing lane.
These large, 180-degree-banked turns stretching 5’ tall, offer riders an outside or inside line to make a pass.
3 Table Top
7 Whoops
Like a table, this obstacle’s flat middle section is sandwiched by ‘pitched’ take off and landing ramps.
A series of smaller jumps ranging from 2-3’ tall where riders skim over the top at a high rate of speed. Similar to moguls on skiing, “whoop-de-doos” are one of the most challenging obstacles on the track.
4 Triple Jump
8 Finish Line Jump
The most spectacular jump on the course, the triple jump sends riders three stories high and 70’ in distance. Ideally, riders will launch from the larger take-off jump and their descent will place them on the down slope of the third jump.
The finish line jump is the concluding obstacle during supercross races. During the main event, when the winning rider crosses the finish line, fireworks illuminate the celebration.
questions and answers WHAT IS MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS?
Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, is an off-road motorcycle racing competition, produced inside the world’s premier stadiums, where dirt is brought in and sculpted using construction equipment. Widely regarded as the king of extreme sports, Monster Energy Supercross is considered the NASCAR® of motocross. Some of the world’s greatest athletes compete in what has been described as the most physically demanding sport in existence.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS, AMSOIL ARENACROSS AND MOTOCROSS?
Motocross is an off-road motorcycle race run on natural terrain, with few man-made obstacles. Unlike motocross, Monster Energy Supercross can be viewed from every seat in the house. AMSOIL Arenacross, like supercross, takes place on a man-made surface, but the stadiums and tracks are on a much smaller scale. The competitors in arenacross events and Monster Energy Supercross are considered world class racers from an international pool of talent.
WHO ARE THE STARS OF MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS?
Two-time 450SX Class champions Ryan Dungey, James Stewart and Chad Reed are some of the sport’s most recognizable names. Stewart became the first African-American to win a supercross title in 2003. His accomplishments have helped bring national media attention to the sport. Some of the emerging stars of the sport are Ken Roczen, David Millsaps, Trey Canard, Jason Anderson, Dean Wilson and Eli Tomac.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE MOTORCYCLES USED IN THE DIFFERENT CLASSES OF COMPETITION?
The 250cc four-stroke and 450cc four-stroke are heavier and faster than the 125cc two-stroke and 250cc two-stroke. Faster in the straight-aways and quicker out of the turns, the 250cc and 450cc four-stroke bikes are the formidable bikes in each respective class.
HOW CAN I GET STARTED IN MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS RACING?
In 2016, Monster Energy Supercross will host 17 races, beginning in Anaheim, Calif., January 9 and ending in Las Vegas on May 7, where the champions will be crowned.
Most young riders get started at the local level, training on nearby tracks to hone their racing skills. The majority of the racers competing on the Monster Energy Supercross tour enjoyed success on the highly competitive amateur championship circuit, which includes AMSOIL Amateur National Arenacross Championship and the Loretta Lynn’s Amateur National Motocross Championship.
WHAT DO ALL THOSE ABBREVIATIONS STAND FOR?
WHAT KIND OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT DO THE RIDERS USE?
HOW LONG IS A MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS SEASON?
This type of motorcycle racing carries a number of abbreviations. “SX” is widely used to represent the sport of supercross, “MX” for motocross, “AX” for arenacross, “FMX” for freestyle motocross, etc. The two racing classes are known as the 450SX Class (for 250cc two-stroke and 450cc four-stroke machinery) and the 250SX Class (for 125cc two-stroke and 250cc four-stroke equipment).
WHICH MOTORCYCLE MANUFACTURERS PARTICIPATE?
Like NASCAR’s “big four,” supercross has its “big five” major manufacturers on the track. Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, Suzuki and Yamaha all field teams for each race.
HOW DIFFERENT ARE THE BIKES THEY RACE FROM THE ONES I CAN BUY?
Supercross motorcycles may look the same as the ones on the showroom floor, but the similarities end there. Completely “tricked-out” supercross bikes cost as much as $80,000 and are built from the ground up with custom components. The average fan can buy the same model motorcycle with factory standard parts for less than $10,000 at a local dealership.
HOW OLD ARE MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS RIDERS?
Many of the top riders are between the ages of 1821, with professional eligibility at age 16. The average supercross rider is 25 years old, with a career span that can last until his early 30s.
All Monster Energy Supercross riders are required to wear safety equipment, including helmets, racing pants, boots, gloves and goggles. Many also use chest protectors, shoulder pads and kidney belts for added protection. Safety equipment is at the forefront of racing development, including neck braces to prevent spinal cord injuries.
HOW MANY RIDERS COMPETE IN A SINGLE RACE?
Monster Energy Supercross races can have more than 150 riders vying for a spot in the finals. Qualifying heats whittle the field down to 40 riders for the final two races. The 450SX Class Main Event features 22 riders, as does the 250SX Class finale.
HOW LONG ARE THE RACES?
Main Event races for the 450SX Class run 20 laps and the 250SX Class goes 15, but a supercross event begins well before rider introductions in the early evening. Practice laps and qualifying heats begin in the afternoon, with other exciting activities, such as autograph sessions and open paddock areas at most venues, going on throughout the day.
HOW DOES THE POINTS SYSTEM WORK?
Points are only awarded in the final races of the 250SX and 450SX Classes. The top finisher receives 25 points, with 22 for second, 20 for third, 18 for fourth and 16 for fifth. Sixth place receives 15 points, with each place below receiving one point less.
CAN I SEE MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS ON TELEVISION?
The entire Monster Energy Supercross season will air live across the FOX family. Headlining the television package will be two live broadcasts on the FOX broadcast channel from St. Louis and Foxborough. A total of 13 races will air on FS1 and one race will air on FS2. FS1 will air five one-hour shows titled Monster Energy Supercross - Chasing the Dream that gives fans an inside look at the sport. The live Monster Energy Supercross programming on FS1 and FS2 also includes live coverage on the authenticated FOX Sports GO app.
HOW MANY FANS ATTEND THE RACES?
In 2015, 719,867 fans attended Monster Energy Supercross races, and each race averaged 49,991 fans, often out-drawing the home NFL / MLB teams on their own turf.
HOW FAST DO THE RIDERS GO? HOW HIGH DO THEY JUMP?
Speeds vary depending on the track, but you can expect to see competitors going in excess of 60 mph at a typical supercross race. Riders soar as far as 70 feet in distance, while flying as high as a three-story building off jumps called “triples.”
IS IT EXPENSIVE TO ATTEND A MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS RACE?
Supercross is an extremely affordable, fan-friendly and family-oriented event. Fans can purchase a ticket to a Monster Energy Supercross race for as low as $10 in most markets. Compare that to the average ticket prices for the NFL, NBA, NHL and NASCAR, which have tickets that are more than $100 each.
HOW MUCH DIRT IS NEEDED TO BUILD A SUPERCROSS TRACK, AND WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?
The Feld Motor Sports® track crew brings in roughly 500 truckloads of dirt for each contest, which equals roughly 1.5 million pounds. It takes a crew of seven with construction equipment about three days to build the course. The soil is stored year-round and used for various motorsports events, including Monster Jam®.
HOW DO I FIND MORE INFORMATION?
The official website of Monster Energy Supercross, SupercrossOnline.com. To follow Monster Energy Supercross on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, log on to facebook.com/supercrossLive, Twitter.com/ supercrosslive, and instagram.com/supercrosslive.
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the 2016
numbers are in Monster Energy Supercross Numbers All riders use the assigned professional number for competition, which was earned based off total point accumulation from the entire 2015 racing season. Additionally, the current champion runs the No. 1 plate instead of his assigned professional number, while riders who have earned a career number will run their permanent number of choice.
2016 TOP 100 AND CAREER PRO NUMBERS FOR AMA SUPERCROSS AND MOTOCROSS 1 - 450SX: Ryan Dungey 1 - 450MX: Ryan Dungey 1 - 250MX: Jeremy Martin 1 - 250SX West: Cooper Webb 1 - 250SX East: Marvin Musquin 3*: Eli Tomac 4*: Blake Baggett 5*: Ryan Dungey 6*: Jeremy Martin 7*: James Stewart 10*: Justin Brayton 11*: Kyle Chisholm 12*: Jakaimer 13: Jessy Nelson 14*: Cole Seely 15*: Dean Wilson 16*: Zach Osborne 17*: Cooper Webb 18*: David Millsaps 19*: Justin Bogle 20*: Broc Tickle 21**: Jason Anderson 22*: Chad Reed 23: Aaron Plessinger 24*: Brett Metcalfe 25*: Marvin Musquin 26: Alex Martin 27*: Nicholas Wey 28: Weston Peick 29*: Andrew Short 30: Shane McElrath 31: RJ Hampshire 32: Matthew Bisceglia 33*: Joshua Grant 34: Phillip Nicoletti
35: Chris Alldredge 36: Justin Hill 37**: Joey Savatgy 38: Christian Craig 39: Jordon Smith 40: Kyle Peters 41*: Trey Canard 42: Mitchell Oldenburg 43: Fredrik Noren 44: Adam Cianciarulo 45: Kyle Cunningham 46: Luke Renzland 47: Thomas Hahn 48: Anthony Rodriquez 49: Martin Davalos 50: Malcolm Stewart 51*: Justin Barcia 52: Ben Lamay 53: Tyler Bowers 54: Wil Hahn 55: Vince Friese 56: Jackson Richardson 57: Josh Hansen 58: James Decotis 59: Jace Owen 60: Matthew Lemoine 61: Gannon Audette 62: Justin Starling 63: Jesse Wentland 64: Dakota Alix 65: Zachary Bell 66: Arnaud Tonus 67: Killian Rusk 68: Cole Martinez 69: Colt Nichols
70: Tony Archer 71: Kyle Partridge 72: Hayden Mellross 73: Nick Gaines 74: Ryan Sipes 75*: Josh Hill 76: Scott Champion 77: Zackery Freeberg 78: Daniel Baker 79: Nicholas Schmidt 80: Zachary Williams 81: Jason Brooks 82: Trevor Reis 83: Daniel Herrlein 84: Jimmy Albertson 85: Michael Leib 86: AJ Catanzaro 87: Austin Politelli 88: Ronnie Stewart 89: Marshal Weltin 90: John Short 91: Brandon Scharer 92: Ryan Breece 93: Colton Facciotti 94*: Ken Roczen 95: Dustin Pipes 96: Noah McConahy 97: Tevin Tapia 98: Darian Sanayei 99: Heath Harrison 377*: Christophe Pourcel 800*: Mike Alessi
*Career Numbers **New Career Numbers for 2016
Training off the bike is equally important as most riders, like Justin Barcia, employ a regimented schedule with an experienced trainer.W
THE
ATHLETE In the world of sports, there may not be a group of athletes more underrated than the men who compete in Monster Energy Supercross. A direct casualty of the nature of this unique and captivating sport, it’s easy to overlook the fitness and toughness required to be successful in supercross. Like most forms of motorsports in which the vehicle serves as the focal point of performance, supercross riders do have the luxury of riding highly engineered motorcycles that are capable of seemingly impossible feats. However, research shows the athletic attributes needed to manhandle 200-pounds of raw power over obstacles of varying lengths and sizes, all while trying to beat 21 other riders by going as fast as possible, is often taken for granted due to the sheer fluidity in which it’s accomplished. There’s no mistaking the brutality of supercross and the limits these riders push on a regular basis.
As the sport of supercross continues to grow, its global exposure increases with each passing year. With that growth also
comes enhanced competition as technology continues to improve. One of the leaders of keeping up with this progression is Aldon Baker, who through the success of his riders has become a star trainer in the sport of motocross. Baker’s client list over the years features the sport’s biggest and most dominant names – Ricky Carmichael, James Stewart, Ryan Villopoto – and just last year he added a new name to that list – Ryan Dungey. Prior to the 2015 season, Dungey had largely handled his off-the-bike training on his own. He knew what he needed, and he was motivated to get the most out of himself in training so that he could perform at his best on the bike. The program worked for Dungey, leading to a supercross title in 2010 and eventually his distinction as the most consistent rider in the sport, but it always left
him just a little short of his ultimate goal. While Dungey chased Villopoto over the course of four years, it was Baker’s influence that proved to be the difference–maker. In just one season together, Dungey reached the top under Baker’s guidance. He made the small, yet hugely significant jump from bulletproof consistency to weekly dominance and discovered that relying on Baker allowed him to place an even greater focus on riding. On his own, Dungey would wonder if his training was enough, and that uncertainty would carry over to race day. With Baker, Dungey learned to relinquish full control of his program, trusting the formula Baker personally refined for him, and simply focusing on winning. The results spoke for themselves and serve as an indicator of the truly unique and specialized attention supercross athletes demand in today’s modern era of the sport. While training methodology continues to evolve, the other end of that equation is diving into the science of the sport, determining what the competitors are forced to endure as they seek to be the best in the world. Two leaders in bringing attention to the athletes who commit their lives to this sport are the Asterisk Mobile Medical Unit (AMMC) and the Motocross Sports Medicine and Science program (MXSMS). The Asterisk crew is composed of 16 individuals, with a dedicated three-man crew of an M.D., nurse and athletic trainer traveling to every major motocross race in North America via an 18-wheel semi loaded with all the necessary equipment to operate an on-site medical center. This includes all 17 races on the Monster Energy Supercross schedule. With 11 trained medical professionals on the team, the AMMC is the primary on-site resource for medical care at the races, working alongside local first responders, and also serves as a leading resource in the collection of data relating to the physical fitness and safety of the competitors. Two of the lead
doctors of the AMMC, Dr. John Bodnar, M.D., and Dr. Paul Reiman, M.D., are also board members of the MXSMS, which provides dedicated research in the medical, scientific and educational aspects of the human element of motocross and motorsports in general. Other well-known medical professionals on the MXSMS board are Dr. Amy McIntosh, M.D., of the Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine Center and Orthopedics, and Dr. Terry Trammell, M.D., the longtime medical director of the IndyCar series. Each respective group is committed to providing the absolute best in medical care and safety for all athletes competing in Monster Energy Supercross and motocross as a whole. This includes acquiring data that can bring attention to the kinds of demands and dangers these competitors face, serving as a source of education for medical professionals around the world, as well as the media. “The tremendous growth of supercross has allowed us the opportunity to bring much needed attention to the physical demands and dangers of the sport,” said Eddie Casillas, Head Athletic Trainer for the AMMC and owner of iCHOR Sports Medicine and training in Temecula, California. “Because motocross in general is still a relatively niche aspect of the sporting world, there just isn’t a lot of education about the physical dynamics associated with it. Because of its more rural nature, the sport’s legitimacy is still growing, and both the AMMC and MXSMS play a major role in helping medical professionals understand that this is a profession for these competitors, working to get rid of the stigma that is sometimes associated with dirt bikes
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maximum heart rate of a supercross
rider is at
% During a Heat Race
and helping to get these athletes the proper medical attention they need and deserve, just like you’d see in any other mainstream sport.” Some of the most important data to come out of the countless hours of research put into the sport is the understanding of the physical exertion each competitor ultimately achieves during competition. Many other sports require exceptional cardiovascular fitness, but none have such a unique and critical necessity for it quite like supercross. A typical Heat Race in supercross is about six minutes in length, while a Main Event will average approximately 20 minutes. This is categorically similar to a sprint-like event in track and field or swimming, and a mid-range endurance event in either sport. Research monitored the heart rate of multiple competitors over the course of several events in both Heat Races and Main Events. Results determined the maximum and average heart rate for each competitor in each respective race. The average heart rate for competitors in a Heat Race was 178, with a maximum of 188. In the Main Event, the
Aldon Baker (Right) has trained some of the sport’s best riders, including defending Monster Energy Supercross Champion Ryan Dungey (#1)
average heart rate jumped to 178.875 while the maximum dropped to 187.5, suggesting that due to the extended duration of a Main Event a rider must pace himself to maintain speed for a considerably longer distance. In relation to the percentage of the heart’s maximum rate, a supercross rider is at 92.4% during a Heat Race and 92% in the Main Event. Researchers concluded that supercross competitors exceed their anabolic threshold throughout the majority of any race they compete in, which makes for a truly unique set of needs when it comes to training. The greater discussion relating to this fitness data proved that in terms of exertion, supercross athletes were on par with professionals in other sports, arguably even more so. The sport most closely associated with similar exertion was that of cycling, a common and popular cross-training method for supercross riders, but even that data didn’t reach the same high levels. As a result of the research, supercross riders have carved out their own niche in terms of cardiovascular strength.
In terms of pure fitness, what separates supercross riders from traditional sports athletes is the extended period of exertion. The bulk of mainstream sports will have athletes reach their maximum heart rates, but due to multiple instances of halted play this is limited to durations of approximately two minutes. While many Olympic-style sports such as running, swimming and cycling do offer similar anaerobic challenges to supercross, they don’t feature an inherent threat of danger that is sustained throughout every second of competition. The precision and willingness to push the limits that is required to succeed in supercross is unlike any other sport on the planet, including other motorsports where competitors also put their lives at risk. Due to the constant need to travel upwards of 30 feet in the air across distances reaching 75 feet, there is a constant risk factor associated with the competition and it comes with the unfortunate reality that a mistake can often equal a crash and an injury. As a result of this inherent possibility, both the AMMC and MXSMS continually invest their time in
supercross riders can reach up to
g’s on the largest obstacles .
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understanding how an injury occurs with the hope of developing additional safety measures. This ongoing effort has come a long way since the sport’s inception in the 1970’s and today’s athletes are provided with more options for safety than ever before, both on the track itself and with their protective gear. The most recent research initiative is taking advantage of the technology used to record g-force data in the NHRA and IndyCar. This data is being collected namely in the evaluation of head injuries, primarily concussions, which have become a prominent area of concern in all sports. Riders have been fitted with custom ear molds that house sensors collecting the amount of g-force a competitor experiences throughout the course of a race. Sensors are also mounted on the bike. By definition, g-force is the measurement of force placed on the body under acceleration and deceleration in various directions. Depending on the duration and frequency of these loads, the amount of recorded g-force can help determine possible injury. Research has shown that supercross riders experience as little as 1-3 g’s on the
track’s smallest and easiest obstacles but can achieve maximums of 12-18 g’s on the largest obstacles. Comparatively, bull riders can reach an incredible 26 g’s, albeit over a maximum of eight seconds, while space shuttle astronauts hit 3 g’s for about two minutes upon re-entry. These alternating loads on a supercross athlete last for the entirety of the competition, dramatically increasing their risk of injury. What really sets these athletes apart and puts them under the most risk are the g-forces they experience under load. This means immense resistance of up to 18 times a rider’s body weight on the neck, arms, lower back and legs. Constant exposure to these loads combined with the typical g-forces experienced during a race is what often results in exhaustion, which in turn increases the risk of mistakes and injuries. The underlying reality of the g-force research proves that the conventional wisdom that the motorcycle is doing the majority of the work is largely untrue and further emphasizes the incredible results from the fitness research. With the proven data, members of the AMMC and MXSMS are working to find ways to help
supercross athletes in training by developing exercises and weight loads that can mimic what they experience on the track, strengthening the load-bearing muscles, which in turn can lower the risk of exhaustion. The less tired a rider is in competition the less likely he is to make a mistake that results in a crash, which in turn limits the risk of injury. The ongoing research of the AMMC and MXSMS shows that the physical entities of supercross are much more dynamic and intricate than any other sport in the world. It also means there are virtually no limits into the additional data that can be sought after in hopes of continually making the sport safer. The riders who commit their lives to supercross are truly special and are forced to tackle a much more unconventional approach to training than one might see in a traditional sport. As a result, one could argue that a supercross competitor is a sort of hybrid athlete capable of withstanding the forces and trauma of a high-contact sport like football or hockey, but with the fitness of an endurance competitor in soccer or triathlons.
Miss SX 2016
Media Coverage With global social media users nearing 2.5 million Monster Energy Supercross fans are fully engaged in the social space and receive up-to-the-minute news via Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Locally and nationally, the official hashtags for Monster Energy Supercross are: #LETSDOTHIS #SUPERCROSSLIVE Monster Energy Supercross has raced its way into the mainstream, grabbing headlines on national media outlets such as Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine and USA Today to name a few.
JULIANA
DANIELL Juliana Daniell will serve as the new Miss Supercross for the upcoming 2016 Monster Energy Supercross season. A native of Atlanta, Daniell is an experienced IFBB Bikini Pro competitor and is a two-time Miss Bikini Olympia contestant, as well as a two-time Arnold Classic Bikini International invite.
PLATFORM
2015 TOTAL
Facebook Likes Twitter Followers Instagram Followers YouTube Views YouTube Subscribers Website Views Livestream Views
1,890,038 184,229 202,121 3,903,238 50,475 4,014,582 828,718
As Seen On tv
The 2016 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, television schedule includes 17 live races, two of which will air on the FOX broadcast network from the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis on Saturday, April 16 at 3:00 p.m. ET, and Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., on Saturday, April 23 at 4:00 p.m. ET.
The 2016 Monster Energy Supercross season opens Saturday, Jan. 9, in Anaheim, Calif., with the first of 14 live races on FS1. One race is currently scheduled to air live on FS2, with all races available live through the FOX Sports GO app, which will provide live streaming of every Monster Energy Supercross race. In addition, all races are available in Canada and the Caribbean through FOX Sports Racing. “Since our relationship with FOX Sports began two years ago, we have continued to build the presence across their family of channels, including the FOX broadcast channel,” said Ken Hudgens, Chief Operating Officer, Feld Motor Sports. “For the first-time ever, viewers will enjoy two live races on the FOX broadcast channel, showcasing what is expected to be another banner year of racing.” “We are very happy with the package we have put together for 2016,” said Patrick Crakes, SVP of Programming, Scheduling and Content Strategy. “The team at Feld Motor Sports delivers some of the most compelling and action-packed racing on television and this year’s strong TV schedule for Supercross continues our efforts to feature the sport in the best possible way across the FOX Sports family of networks.” The 2015 Monster Energy Supercross television viewership across the FOX channels was up 6 percent over 2014.
Mayra
tinajero Mayra Tinajero will join Race Day Live presented by AMSOIL at select Monster Energy Supercross races in 2016. She will serve as pit reporter, joining Race Day Live presented by AMSOIL hosts Jim Holley and Andy Bowyer.
2016 Schedule Highlights As Monster Energy Supercross continues to grow, reaching increasingly larger audiences at stadiums across the country, there is a dedicated effort to the sport’s expansion geographically. A highly anticipated return to the northeast portion of the country two years ago has resulted in one of the championship’s marquee races from MetLife Stadium just outside of New York City. That event’s incredible success has led to even further expansion in 2016, with the addition of a brand new city and two new stadiums. Additionally, the championship will make an additional visit to one of its longest running races while making a return across the border into Canada. For years the Monster Energy Supercross tradition has been to kick off the season in the heart of the racing industry of Southern California. While that tradition continues for 2016, it has been refined to address the overwhelming demand the sport receives in the area. For the first time ever, San Diego will host two races inside Petco Park following a tremendous debut at the venue located in the heart of downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter. The new venue was well received by riders and fans alike, leading to the addition of a second race,
which will also serve as the third annual Military Appreciation Race. In between visits to San Diego, Monster Energy Supercross will make its annual trip to the desert of the greater Phoenix area. While Chase Field has been the home of supercross since 1999, the popularity of the race has led to its move to the suburb of Glendale and the expansive confines of University of Phoenix Stadium. Home of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, this impressive venue has hosted the largest sporting events in the country, including last year’s Super Bowl, and will now be the new home of the illustrious Phoenix Supercross. Once the championship heads east, it will eventually make a return trip across the country’s northern border into Toronto, Canada’s largest city. After a brief one-year hiatus, the Rogers Centre will once again host the world’s best athletes in one of the most culturally diverse cities on the planet. Perhaps no race on the Monster Energy Supercross schedule has experienced more growth than Toronto, and it is always one of the most exciting races of the year thanks to its international flair. As the season hits the home stretch, the championship will make two visits to the northeast
and its growing fan base. Prior to its third visit to MetLife Stadium, Monster Energy Supercross will bring its world-class competition back to New England for the first time in 31 years with its debut inside Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Home to the NFL’s New England Patriots, the defending Super Bowl Champions, the spacious venue sits just outside Boston and gives Monster Energy Supercross a presence in six of the 10 largest media markets in the country. For more than 40 years Monster Energy Supercross has thrilled fans throughout the world, leaving its mark on the most storied venues in the United States and Canada. The 2016 season will signify the next evolution in the sport’s new era as it continues its impressive growth to more key markets that carry a long-lasting heritage that spans back to the roots of the sport, while also ensuring supercross is exposed to the largest and most dynamic audience possible.
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Racing Format and Schedule 250SX CLASS
QUALIFYING FORMAT
RACE DAY - SATURDAY SCHEDULE 10:15 am – 10:30 am 10:30 am - 11:00 am 11:00 am – 11:15 pm 11:15 am - 11:30 am 12:00 pm - 12:08 pm 12:10 pm - 12:18 pm 12:20 pm - 12:28 pm 12:30 pm - 12:38 pm 12:40 pm – 12:48 pm 12:50 pm - 12:58 pm 1:00 pm - 1:10 pm 1:15 pm - 1:25 pm 1:30 pm - 1:40 pm 1:45 pm - 1:55 pm 2:00 pm – 2:10 pm 2:15 pm - 2:25 pm 2:25 pm – 2:40 pm 2:40 pm - 2:50 pm 2:50 pm – 3:15 pm 3:15 pm – 3:25 pm 3:30 pm - 3:40 pm 3:45 pm - 3:55 pm 4:00 pm – 4:10 pm 4:15 pm – 4:25 pm 4:30 pm - 4:40 pm 4:40 pm – 4:55 pm 4:55 pm – 5:05 pm 5:05 pm – 6:15 pm
KTM Junior Riders Meeting (KTM Trailer) Rider’s Track Walk Riders Meeting (Mandatory) Chapel Service 250SX Group C Free Practice 250SX Group B Free Practice 250SX Group A Free Practice 450SX Group A Free Practice 450SX Group B Free Practice 450SX Group C Free Practice 250SX Group B Qualifying 250SX Group C Qualifying 250SX Group A Qualifying 450SX Group A Qualifying 450SX Group B Qualifying 450SX Group C Qualifying KTM Junior Exhibition Practice Promoter Track Walk Track Maintenance 250SX Group C Qualifying 250SX Group B Qualifying 250SX Group A Qualifying 450SX Group A Qualifying 450SX Group B Qualifying 450SX Group C Qualifying KTM Junior Exhibition Practice Promoter Track Walk Track Maintenance
6 laps - 20 riders > 1st - 4th to Main, 5 - 20 to Semi Even finishing positions to Semi #1, odd to #2
6:30 pm - 7:06 pm 7:06 pm - 7:13 pm 7:19 pm - 7:26 pm 7:32 pm - 7:39 pm
Opening Ceremonies 250SX Heat #1 - 6 laps - 20 riders (1 - 9 to Main) 250SX Heat #2 - 6 laps - 20 riders (1 - 9 to Main) 450SX Heat #1 - 6 laps - 20 riders (1 - 4 to Main) (5 - 20 to Semi)
450SX CLASS SEMI #1
7:44 pm - 7:51 pm
450SX Heat #2 - 6 laps - 20 riders (1 - 4 to Main) (5 - 20 to Semi)
7:54 pm - 8:00 pm 8:00 pm - 8:06 pm 8:06 pm - 8:11 pm 8:15 pm - 8:20 pm 8:24 pm - 8:30 pm 8:30 pm - 8:44 pm 8:44 pm - 8:49 pm 8:57pm - 9:00 pm 9:02 pm - 9:17 pm 9:17 pm - 9:25 pm 9:25 pm - 9:28 pm 9:30 pm - 9:50 pm 9:50 pm - 10:00 pm
KTM Junior Supercross Exhibition - 3 laps - 15 riders Track Maintenance 250SX Last Chance Qualifier - 4 laps - 22 riders (1 - 4 to Main) 450SX Semi #1 - 5 laps - 16 riders (1 - 5 to Main) (6 - 16 to LCQ) 450SX Semi #2 - 5 laps - 16 riders (1 - 5 to Main) (6 - 16 to LCQ) Intermission 450SX Last Chance Qualifier - 4 laps - 22 riders (1 - 4 to Main) 250SX Sighting Lap 250SX Main Event - 15 laps - 22 riders 250SX Victory Circle 450SX Sighting Lap 450SX Main Event - 20 laps - 22 riders 450SX Victory Circle
250SX CLASS HEAT #1 6 laps - 20 riders > 1st - 9th to Main, 10th - 20th to LCQ
250SX CLASS HEAT #2 6 laps - 20 riders > 1st - 9th to Main, 10th - 20th to LCQ
250SX CLASS LAST CHANCE QUALIFIER 4 laps - 22 riders > 1st and 2nd to Main
250SX CLASS MAIN EVENT 15 laps - 22 riders
450SX CLASS
QUALIFYING FORMAT 450SX CLASS HEAT #1 6 laps - 20 riders > 1st - 4th to Main, 5 - 20 to Semi Even finishing positions to Semi #1, odd to #2
450SX CLASS HEAT #2
5 laps - 16 riders > 1st - 5th to Main, 6th - 16th to LCQ
450SX CLASS SEMI #2 5 laps - 16 riders > 1st - 5th to Main, 6th - 16th to LCQ
450SX CLASS LAST CHANCE QUALIFIER 4 laps - 22 riders > 1st and 2nd to Main
450SX CLASS MAIN EVENT 20 laps - 22 riders
*Times Subject to change.
(Even finishing positions to Semi #1, odd to #2) (Even finishing positions to Semi #1, odd to #2)
2016 Competitors shown are subject to change. Photos by Simon Cudby & Hoppenworld.com. Š2015 Feld Motor Sports, Inc.