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One of the best tributes at Red Bull Straight Rhythm was AJ Catanzaro’s homage to Travis Pastrana—more specifically, Pastrana’s first true AMA Supercross, the 2000 Indianapolis SX. With the help of SGB Racing, Catanzaro was a dead ringer for a 16-year-old Travis, who introduced himself to the professional world that night 20 years ago by crashing on the parade lap while trying to perform an Indian Air freestyle trick. Catanzaro had his own wild ride, launching off the side of a rhythm section after a ragged flying W. He somehow saved it but, like Travis that night in 2000, didn’t actually win—but he sure stole the show! 
and Spencer Owens
TRAVIS TRIBUTE
and Spencer Owens
hen I heard that the Red Bull Straight Rhythm event at Pomona Fairgrounds was going to become a strictly two-stroke affair, my first thought was that they were taking a very big risk with the success of the event. Sure, everyone loves two-strokes, but not everyone has one. But as the event drew closer, it morphed into something very different and special—a mass tribute to the nineties and early 2000s. And rather than prevent a lot of top guys and their teams from participating, it inspired them to join the retro vibe of it all.
Racer X Magazine.
Commendations on two articles written by your authors in the November ’19 issue. First, the article written by Ping that describes how to scrub [Motocross 101] broke it down into small, understandable pieces for the reader. Although the technique is a bit above my skill level, out of curiosity, I have read a number of articles in the past regarding scrubbing. They all seemed to go back to “it’s a feeling” thing. Ping’s article took the concept and made me think, for a moment, that I can possibly scrub! I would bet that quite a few young riders will follow the instruction and safely improve their skills.
Second, the article by Steve Matthes on Michael Byrne [“Bonus Time”] was great. I had the opportunity to meet Byrner at RedBud in 2018. I bought three VIP tickets to go behind the scenes with the team for the race. Michael had a group of around ten VIPs that day by himself because Forrest Butler was sick and JT did not attend that race. Despite this, before the racing, Byrner took the time to show us the rig and pit area. He was nice, patient, funny, and very professional. He had a lot to do that day. Kudos to Michael for his accomplishments. He seems like a hard worker and a class act. Interesting is the unfortunate situation with he and the #22. Although I do admire him for his tenacity, effort, and ability, it seems to me that Reed has a history of burning bridges.
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@DAVIDPINGREE101
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ou ever sit back and shake your head at what weird times we live in? Social media, smartphones, internet, and a culture that is overly sensitive about everything has really made for an odd time in modern, civilized society. I suppose if you live in Somalia and your daily stresses include sourcing clean drinking water, avoiding malaria, and not being murdered, then this column might not resonate with you; total first-world issues over here. If I could send out a PSA on one issue, it would be this: live in the moment.
By JASON WEIGANDT 
@JASONWEIGANDT
By JASON WEIGANDT @JASONWEIGANDT
didn’t attend the Monster Energy Cup. Instead, I handed the keys to the city (or at least the media passes) to noob Racer X Online associate editor Mitch Kendra and our West Coast advertising master, Trent Lopez. You can read their The Odd Couple-meets-The Hangover story on page 92.
In contrast, I try to spend the off-season doing off-season things, but the racing is never far away. So while practice was taking place in Las Vegas, I was attending a baby shower for my friend Jonny Oler and his wife, Heather, who are expecting their first child. Oler spent 12 years as the suspension man for Joe Gibbs Racing MX but recently stepped down to spend more time with his family. Monster Cup was supposed to mark his first race on the wagon, but just as quickly as Jonny was out, he was pulled back in via Chad Reed’s late entry to the race. Oler worked with Reed at JGR last year, so when Reed needed suspension help fast, Oler pitched in with his new company, Art of War. Jonny helped Chad with some testing, built some settings, and shipped it off to Sam Boyd Stadium.
FIVE GUYS, ONE QUESTION | BY AARON HANSEL
WHO MOVED, WHO STAYEDur sport’s annual game of musical chairs hit snags for a few teams—namely JGRMX/Yoshimura Suzuki and Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull KTM—but drama behind the scenes is nothing new during contract season. Here are ten key elements to the new season.
Dirty Words Crossword Puzzle | BY AARON HANSEL
2. Red Bull’s off-season rhythm is _____
4. Most consecutive premier-class SX wins in a season
6. Current world WMX champ
8. OEM whose supercharged street bike can top 249 mph
10. First SX/MX athlete to wear Spy goggles
1. Manitoba titles won by Steve Matthes
3. Rockstar Energy sponsors this brand’s factory team
5. The Rhinestone Cowboy
7. Travis and the Nitro _____
9. Only Mexican rider to win a 125 SX race
11. Hot Sauce
13. Cylinder controlled by the master cylinder
ACROSS
2. Red Bull’s off-season rhythm is _____
4. Most consecutive premier-class SX wins in a season
6. Current world WMX champ
8. OEM whose supercharged street bike can top 249 mph
10. First SX/MX athlete to wear Spy goggles
12. Will make his 450 debut in 2020
14. Surfed waves in Tahiti on a dirt bike
15. Former Pro Taper manufacturer, known for baseball bats
18. Winner of the 2003 125 Daytona Supercross
19. OEM founded by a man whose first invention was a loom
20. This OEM also makes a car called an X-Bow
21. Damping that regulates suspension’s return rate
22. Former name of the 250 class
BUZZ
In comes the Arai XD-4, with a highly vented visor and fully adjustable face shield, which is exactly what you want in this situation. Featuring microfitting peel-away temple pads, brow vents in the face shield, multiple removable adjustment layers, shell exhaust ports, chin vent, and super-comfortable cheek pads, the XD-4 is incredibly customizable and a great dual-sport or adventure riding option.
The Terra Trek pants and jacket from Fly Racing feature a fully removable inner thermal liner to make sure you’re at optimal temperatures for the duration of your ride. Combine that with a multitude of armor placements (elbow, shoulder, knee, hip), storage pockets, an outer shell with taped seams, and fitting for a comfortable riding position, and the Terra Trek line is designed to go exactly where you want to go: anywhere.
FUN BIKES: 2019 BETA 125 RR-S | BY SCOTT WALLENBERG | PHOTOS BY SIMON CUDBY
hen I first saw pictures of the Beta 125 RR-S Dual Sport, I immediately thought it looked like it would be a blast to own. It’s a combo bike that’s not too big and heavy to move around but will perform well off the pavement. This bike delivers!
It’s equipped with a four-stroke, four-valve liquid-cooled engine that puts out 15 HP and is surprisingly torquey for casual or fun off-road trail riding. The 125 RR-S has more than 10” of suspension travel front and rear, and we found it to be exceptional in our tests through sand-wash bumps. This bike is designed for the masses looking for a light and inexpensive bike to have some great trail riding fun on, then legally hit the road for lunch in town. I spoke to Beta’s Tim Pilg at the AIMExpo and he said, “Our 125 RR-S has been a huge hit for all types of riders, from all demographics; we sold one to a 16-year-old kid in California, and even a 74-year-old guy in Pennsylvania, and they both are loving the bike for different reasons.”
PHOTOS: SIMON CUDBY
PHOTOS: SIMON CUDBY
hythm sections can be difficult because they require great depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and timing. We found this little jump section at Milestone MX and thought it was a good demonstration of this technique.
The section consists of six rollers, none of which have a good lip on them. That’s good, because it’s forgiving if you come up short, but it also means you won’t get much pop off any of the lips. The quickest way through is to single-double-triple, but it’s technical. Here’s how we tackle it:
This section is right out of a corner, so you don’t have the speed to attempt a triple-triple. The simplest way through is to double-double-double, but even that requires going to the outside in the turn (leaving the inside open), and it isn’t the quickest way through. Because these are round, I’m able to absorb the first jump and push the bike down into the face of the second jump. This might seem like something you don’t want to do, but when there isn’t much lip, you have to rely on the suspension to help you get over the jumps cleanly. 
Just like jumping on a trampoline, I go from a knees-bent position to legs extended to help spring the bike up and forward. I’m also pulling up on the bars to get as much distance out of the jump as I can.
The last component here is to squeeze the bike with your feet and knees and lift. Your legs are the strongest part of your body, and if you’re trying to muscle a bike around with your upper body, you’re going to lose every time.This section is right out of a corner, so you don’t have the speed to attempt a triple-triple. The simplest way through is to double-double-double, but even that requires going to the outside in the turn (leaving the inside open), and it isn’t the quickest way through. Because these are round, I’m able to absorb the first jump and push the bike down into the face of the second jump. This might seem like something you don’t want to do, but when there isn’t much lip, you have to rely on the suspension to help you get over the jumps cleanly. 
You can see me fall into the bike as I come over the first jump and then extend to push the bike down into the face of the second jump.
Mobius Braces, Bell Powersports
Racer X: You’re now with Team Green—tell us a little bit about how that all came about.
Gavin Towers: I made the change from an 85 to Superminis this year, and Kawasaki saw me ride at some of the nationals and started talking with my dad. Ryan [Holliday] from Kawasaki called my dad one day and told him that they had decided to sign me, so we got the terms and the contract, and here I am.
Team Green has been around for years, and obviously, a lot of legends have worked their way through the program. What was it like for you personally to get that offer?
It was an awesome feeling. Once everything fell into place, I decided to be homeschooled so I could take my training to the next level. None of my friends are factory riders, so to be the first one in my group is pretty cool.
Gavin Towers: I made the change from an 85 to Superminis this year, and Kawasaki saw me ride at some of the nationals and started talking with my dad. Ryan [Holliday] from Kawasaki called my dad one day and told him that they had decided to sign me, so we got the terms and the contract, and here I am.
Team Green has been around for years, and obviously, a lot of legends have worked their way through the program. What was it like for you personally to get that offer?
It was an awesome feeling. Once everything fell into place, I decided to be homeschooled so I could take my training to the next level. None of my friends are factory riders, so to be the first one in my group is pretty cool.
PHOTOS: Spencer Owens
Opening Spread: Octopi Media/Red Bull Photo Files
PHOTOS: Spencer Owens
Opening Spread: Octopi Media/Red Bull Photo Files
PHOTOS: JEFF KARDAS & RICH SHEPHERD
PHOTOS: JEFF KARDAS & RICH SHEPHERD
PHOTOS: SIMON CUDBY
KX GURU RACING/JT ENGINE WORKSPrimary Engine Builder, Engine Tear Down and Inspection, Engine Planning and Design, Logistics and Management, Final Engine Assembly, Break-In and Tuning, Shock Setup
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GALFER USAOversized Rotor/Adaptor Bracket for KX450, Rotor Rear KX450, Brake Lines KX450, Brake Pads KX450
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FASST COMPANYFlexx Bars with Bar Pad with Sunny’s Hawaiian Tattoo Pattern, Anti-Vibration Inserts
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TM DESIGNWORKSRear Chain Guide KX450, Slider KX450, Rear Disc and Master Guard KX450
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KX GURU RACING/JT ENGINE WORKSPrimary Engine Builder, Engine Tear Down and Inspection, Engine Planning and Design, Logistics and Management, Final Engine Assembly, Break-In and Tuning, Shock Setup
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GALFER USAOversized Rotor/Adaptor Bracket for KX450, Rotor Rear KX450, Brake Lines KX450, Brake Pads KX450
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wenty years ago, it didn’t seem like a big deal, but in hindsight, it was. The 1999 Paris-Bercy Supercross at the Palais Omnisport is most remembered for being the first time that French hero David Vuillemin won King of Bercy honors as the best overall finisher in the three nights of racing. Le Cobra edged out AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath for the honors, much to the delight of the partisan crowd. But it’s what happened a little further back that would become much more significant in the history of Europe’s biggest stadium race, as well as the sport in general.
Photo BY Steve Middlesworth
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Who would play you in a movie?
TJ: Jonah Hill.
MR: That’s impossible. Denzel Washington is my favorite actor. I just wanna watch more Denzel movies!
Last person who made you nervous?
TJ: Jason.
MR: Literally every pro skater. I fan boy.
Which one of you could destroy a golf cart faster?
TJ: Definitely Matt.
MR: Probably me. I go crazy in golf carts and pit bikes and wreck a lot.
Best part of working together?
TJ: We’re always motivating each other to create content.
MR: I guess consistency, but then again, we get pretty random and make last-minute plans.
Worst part of working together?
TJ: We’re always together.
MR: Making last-minute plans.
Angriest you’ve ever gotten with each other?
TJ: Jason and Matt like to hide my things around the house, and one time we got into a pretty heated fight over it.
MR: I get pretty heated when Tom thinks he’s the best at VR shifter karts. I’ll put in serious time to beat his fast laps.
Which one of you is the most “fried” at any given time?
TJ: For sure me.
MR: We’re all fried in our own special ways.
If Team Fried had a mascot, who, or what, would it be?
TJ: I liked the Friedzilla Godzilla art Matt created. He’d probably wear the costume too.
MR: I feel we’re the mascots. I’m buying a T-shirt cannon for everyday use.
Whose ass would you like to kick?
TJ: Jason’s.
MR: Ron. . . .
Best Fried video?
TJ: I really enjoyed making Washougal.
MR: It’s like asking which of your own kids you love the most. I won’t do it.
Getting fired at my first job to go film at the Vurb Classic with Wes and the boys.” —TJ
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Photo by Mitch Kendra
When Craig DeLong’s Coastal Racing Husqvarna finally gave up the ghost at the brutally dusty Mason-Dixon GNCC in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, he found himself stranded not far from the pit area. He wasn’t alone—the elements had already claimed the Kawasaki of early frontrunner Jordan Ashburn, the KTM of Ben Kelley, and the Tely Energy KTM of Steward Baylor—and very nearly knocked out series points leader Kailub Russell’s FMF KTM. Baylor was already done when he saw DeLong’s predicament. Despite not being his teammate, Baylor jumped into action to help get his friendly rival back to the pits and back in the race. Same goes for Gas Gas team advisor Steve Hatch, who can be seen here pushing from the back of DeLong’s Husqvarna as Baylor assists alongside. The combined efforts of Baylor and Hatch helped DeLong salvage ninth overall and second in XC2 250 Pro from what was about to become a lost afternoon.
