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Thursday, November 30, 2006
Fabian Bauersachs finishes up IFMXF season in Poland
Fabian Bauersachs did very well at the latest IFMXF stop in Poland. After some smooth qualifying runs Fab got straight to the finals where he showed McMetz to no-handed lander as a Double Up, Rock Solid Indy, Cliffhanger 1 Hand Lander, Cordova to 1-handed lander, Lazy boy (1-h-lander) and a Flintstone (1HL). On Friday this scored a 4th place (shady judging) but on Sunday Fab tied for 2nd. Here are the final standings of the 2006 IFMXF series:1. Matt Rebeaud SUI
2. Libor Podmol CZE
3. Andre Villa NOR
4. Fredrik Johansson SWE
5. Chris Brock GBR
6. Fabian Bauersachs GER
7. Adam Jones USA
8. Mike Mason USA
9. Jim McNeil USA
10. Remi Bizouard FRA
17. Busty Wolters GER
Next up for Fabian will be the Ramp to Ramp tour: 1-2 December Salzburg. 15-16 December Linz.
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Looking for a new receptionist!
Yes, it’s true, the lovely Amanda is finally leaving us for greener pastures. That means we are opening up the flood gates and letting the resumes come through. We are looking for someone to take Amanda’s place as CSR, MySpace Manager, Coffee Maker, etc. Basically, anything that Mike D, Smitty, or Erik does not have time to do. Please send serious inquiries to MikeD@universalmotocross.com .Monday, November 27, 2006
Mike Alessi on the podium in Italy.
The Fiat Supercross in Genoa, Italy had a good field of riders. Mike Alessi mixed it up on a great track with Atonio Cairoli, Ryan Mills, Jason Lawrence, Josh Grant, Rennet and Antoine Meo to name a few. KTM had brought their A-team of mechanics for full support. Mike had a good race in Genoa, winning his day qualifier, his night heat race, and finishing 2nd in the main event for the great Italian fans.
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Fabian Bauersachs update
German Universal FMX-er Fabian Bauersachs went to Hamburg for the IFMXF Night of the Jumps without much training to back up his performance. Fabian has been dealing with a painful finger so no riding was on the program before hitting the comp in Hamburg. The course there looked awesome with 4 different jumps and Fabian felt good in practice. Qualifying for the main event was no problem either. In the finals Fab pulled tricks like Cordova, Flintstone to 1 hand landing, Cliffhanger, Indy rock solid and a Mc Metz to no-hand landing as double up and was in the hot seat for a while until some back flippers arrived plus a guy called Mike Mason. This resulted in Fab getting a very nice fourth place.After the comp Busty and Fab drove off to Spain for another training session at Morgan Carlson's (see photo). Let's see how he does this weekend at the next round of the IFMXF in Poland. Good luck Fab.
Monday, November 20, 2006
Busty on national German TV with Claudia Schiffer
Claudia Schiffer, Justin Timberlake and Universal FMX-er Busty Wolter. What?! They were all part of a German TV show called "Wetten Dass!?" (You bet!?). Busty's Suzuki looked really ghetto without all the decals but that was part of the conditions and out of Busty's hands. Busty had to land on 5 apples within a certain time frame and completed his "stunt" in the last second. He's so damn good that guy!! German perfection.
For a slide show and a video of the show you can go to THIS LINK.
Photo in the studio by the ZDF
Friday, November 17, 2006
JAMES MARSHALL CONTINUES TO GAIN STRENGTH ALONG HIS ROAD TO RECOVERY
James wants to thank everyone for their continued prayers and support, including everyone who has put together HelpJames.Org, which has generated many donations, and everyone out there in the motocross community who has helped him out both financially and emotionally. His spirits are high and he's working very hard every day to improve.
Be sure to bookmark www.road2recovery.com for more information about great upcoming fundraisers. For all Road 2 Recovery business please contact Anita Button at 480-276-1131.
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Championship party Erwin Robins
When Erwin Robins made the move to the MON he told us that at least we would have a championship party at the end of te season. It showed how confident he was.After a perfect season (22 wins) it's time to celebrate;
2 December 2006, TOV, Azalealaan 40, Helmond, NL.
Congrats from everyone at Universal Motocross.
Monday, November 13, 2006
SX Bercy, France.
Red Bull KTM riders Mike Alessi and Zach Osborne represented the USA at last weekend's Supercross race in Bercy, France. Mike made the final every night but never managed to battle with the podium guys. He did however come away without a fight with the Frenchies or any other drama. Youngster Zach Osborne made the finals on the last night finishing 11th. 2006 MX2 world champion Christophe Pourcel (France) was crowned King of Bercy and team France won the team classification for the first time (so there was no reason to fight...).Photo by: Mediacross
Sunday, November 12, 2006
Beach race for MX jarno
After years of absence the Scheveningen Beach race was back on the program. The weather gets cold, windy and rainy around this time making this Red Bull Knock-Out a tough one. With 500 riders starting off in the first heat, the first 200 made it to the next round. Among them, Jarno Verhorevoort who lined up next to the French winner of heat #1 and was seen on live national TV. With speed up to 170 km/h along the water and one big whoop section on the back it was a true knock-out race. Jarno made it to the final round and finished 28th. The race was won by Marc de Reuver (15.000 Euros richer riding his first race on the YZ) with Steve Ramon (factory Suzuki) in 2nd.Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Free Honda CR250!
Well, not exactly, but all you have to do is visit www.chrisackerman.com for details on how to win this awesome bike. This machine has been pimped by the likes of Universal, FMF, Works Connection, Arsenal MX, the Metal Mulisha and several other fine moto companies. All proceeds will go to support riders with spinal cord injuries. So do your fellow fallen riders a favor and chip into the pot to get them back on the bike where they need to be. Monday, November 06, 2006
Stoppelcross
The Stoppelcross season has started. The corn is chopped and a motocross race, for all who love to ride, is organized. The first race happened on Sunday in Handel. With over 450 riders it shows the popularity of the Stoppelcross'. Roping off a track and adding a few 4 feet high jumps is all it takes to have a good time. Well, almost. There's more to it but the riders enjoyed doing their laps.Mopeds, mini's, quads, hobby classes, enduro and the real guys raced two motos each before it got dark.
We looked out for riders who support Universal Motocross and took a few shots of Universal bar pads, handlebars and clamp sets.
Thanks to all for their support.
Friday, November 03, 2006
Fans of Fan of the Week
Seeing that it is Friday, it only seems natural that we share the latest Universal Fan of the week over at Racer X before your weekend riding begins. This young lady was spotted at the Jeremy McGrath invitational last month and the first thing I noticed was the boots?Yes, boots is spelled correctly.
Enjoy, and ride safe.
Bercy Supercross coming up.
Mike Alessi (+ team USA) will be taking on team France and the Rest of the World at the Bercy Supercross from 10-12 November 2006. The venue has been a true battlefield in the past. Let's wait and see what the 2006 version will bring. Here are the teams: SUPERCROSS BERCY 2006
Team USA
800. Mike ALESSI (KTM)
24. Josh GRANT (Honda)
338. Jason LAWRENCE (Yamaha)
168. Zach OSBORNE (KTM)
3. Mike BROWN (Honda)
114. Justin BRAYTON (Yamaha)
Team FRANCE
12. David VUILLEMIN (Honda)
377. Christophe POURCEL (Kawasaki)
90. Sébastien POURCEL (Kawasaki)
979. Benjamin COISY (Honda)
917. Eric SORBY (Kawasaki)
31. Cyrille COULON (Honda)
Team: Rest of the world
222. Antonio CAIROLI (I / Yamaha)
5. Ryan MARMONT (Aus. / KTM)
122. Daniel REARDON (Aus. / Kawasaki)
361. Colton FACCIOTTI (CND / Kawasaki)
29. Alexandre ROUIS (Tun. / Yamaha)
241. Marco DUBE (CND / KTM)
FMX demos by:
Ronnie RENNER (USA – KTM)
Danny TORRES (SP - KTM)
Remi BIZOUARD (F)
Eigo SATO (JPN / Yamaha)
Chris BROCK (GB)
Thursday, November 02, 2006
Universal Samson Bedrack
The Universal Samson Bedrack is a simple way to help carry your bikes in the van, the trailer or in the back of your pick-up. It takes 15 minutes to install. All you have to do is drill three holes in the back and attach the Universal bedrack with the three (loophole) bolts that come in the package. A short Mercedes Vito van (pictured) fits two bikes in case you were wondering. Get one.
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
Ride to the Hills
Universal rider, Matt Buyten, finished second a few days ago in the third annual Red Bull Ride to the Hills. With big tricks off of the natural terrain hits it was hard to beat the member of NVHC.Final results went:
Renner 1st
B-10 2nd
Nate Adams 3rd.
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