THE WEEKLY FEED: MARCH 30, 2016

BLAST FROM THE PAST

DB_7 — Tim Hart, Factory Yamaha 1975. The machine was fit with their large air canisters on the fork and this is Tim at a Nor Cal Trans-Am. I dug for info, but it was sketchy at best, still I thought the photo was superb and it brought back memories. The next year, 1976, the sport changed when Bob Hannah hit the dance floor as he set the bar for speed, wildness, fitness and an overall loathing of every other competitor in the field and used it to his advantage by dominating the racing.

2017 Gas Gas EC300

Gas Gas is coming back strong with not only their popular 300, it will be complimented with their 200 and 250.

JS7 RETURNS TO SUPERCROSS THIS WEEKEND

Screen Shot 2016-03-30 at 6.47.04 AM — Word from the Team Suzuki Manager (whom I spent Easter weekend with!) is that James is set to return to Santa Clara for the Supercross. Mike said that James has been both testing (working on a myriad of fork combinations) and training trying to get his fitness and speed back in the hunt. The world has low expectations, I want to see him get mentally tough and get through the program. James is good for the sport, but the reality is that he’s maybe a top ten guy since Dungey, Marvin and Kroc have set a wicked standard. Good luck 7!

BOSS PRODUCTS

TM Designworks Full Coverage Skid Plate for 2016 KTM 250/350 SXF-XCF

The TM Designworks Full Coverage Skid Plate is tailor fit to the KTM’s frame, and protects vital engine components better than cheap molded aluminum plates. A special blend of plastics are designed to flex upon impact and prevent damage to the motor. TMD’s unique outer coating allows the skid plate to slide over rocks and logs easier than traditional skid plates and reduces build up of dirt and debris. Use it on the track or the trails, this skid plate is manufactured for a do-it-all rider who needs strong and stylish protection.

Price: $119.95

Website: www.tmdesignworks.com

Contact: (541) 772-4161

NEW PRODUCT: 4CS Fork Low Speed Control Kit

Race Tech has just a launched a Fork Low Speed Compression Control Kit to improve low speed compression damping on the WP 4CS forks. In stock form, Race Tech has found the WP 4CS forks are a bit too loose (or a mushy feel). The Low Speed Control Kit provides a firm, but not harsh feel while allowing damping to be soft enough to absorb roughness.

The 4CS Fork Compression Performance Kit blocks off two bleed holes, one at the compression base and the other in the seal head at the top. Each kit also includes an installation tool. Tuners love this kit because it provides excellent low speed control.

This kit works best with RT Adjustable Compression Bases that now include an LSV (Low Speed Valve).

When the Race Tech Fork Low Speed Control Kit for WP 4CS forks is combined with Compression and Rebound Gold Valves and a personalized valving setup, the result is a plush feeling suspension with increased bottoming resistance.

X-Treme Pipe Guard Skid Plate Combofrom Slavens Racing

Never buy another pipe again with the X-Treme Pipe Guard Skid Plate Combo protecting your assets. Made in Europe by guys that ride the World Extreme Enduro Series, this pipe guard/skid plate combo will give better pipe and engine protection than any product on the market.

Lightweight
Easy access to drain plug
Multiple mud clean-out slots
Quality construction
Fits with stock, FMF Fatty & FMF Gnarly pipes
Made in Europe

$299.00

www.slavensracing.com

NEW 2016 POWERSPORTS PRODUCT: Giant Loop’s Gas Bag™ Fuel Safe Bladder

(BEND, OR) Adventure proof packing systems and gear company Giant Loop’s new Gas Bag™ Fuel Safe Bladder conveniently transports 1 gallon of hydrocarbon fuel for power sports racing in a collapsible welded film and ballistic nylon reinforced container that rolls up or packs flat when empty, weighing less than 12 ounces. Gas Bag Fuel Safe Bladders are compatible with motorcycles, snowmobiles, snow bikes (e.g., Timbersled, Moto Trax), ATVs, UTVs and 4x4s, providing a lightweight, compact means of transporting gas for off-road racing on closed courses.

www.giantloopmoto.com

BORROWED FROM THE SOCIAL SCENE

(Pics and pans that talk to me!)

Screen Shot 2016-03-30 at 5.53.19 AM — Kyle Redmond is a friend and one of the most talented riders I have ever hung with. I love this shot!

Screen Shot 2016-03-30 at 5.57.59 AM — Charlie Mullins prepping for the upcoming GNCC at Steele Creek, North Carolina at a local hare scrambles. He’s coming back from wrist injuries that would keep most folks fumbling with their silverware just to get food in their mouth.

Screen Shot 2016-03-30 at 5.54.47 AM — Tony Blazier posts some great old mag shots, like this one of Jon “The General” Miller in 1983. I shot this at Indian Dunes in the sand wash.

Screen Shot 2016-03-30 at 5.55.13 AM — A big shout out for Justin Wallis and his win at the brutal Lake Havasu WORCS race. It was a huge win for Beta, and even bigger for JW!

Feed ya — I found this bouncing around on Instagram; early 90s at the Idaho City 4-day qualifier with my buddy Mental, brother Mike and yours truly all mounted on Suzuki RMX250s.

WOLF: BACK IN THE DAY