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October 2015 Newsletter

Welcome to our October Newsletter.

 

In this edition Colleen Millsaps has some advice for parents of riders that seem to crash a lot.  


Jordon Smith looks back on his experience at last year's Red Bull Straight Rhythm  event and what he plans to do differently this year.   

 

We have announced a full schedule of camps in 2016 designed for riders of all ages and skill level. We have camps upcoming in November before Mini-O's and immediately after as well.   

 

We hope everyone is enjoying riding and racing in the cooler weather and we hope to see you at the races! 

    

MTF NEWS

 
Anthony Rodriguez, Lorenzo Locurcio and Carlos Badiali competed for their country Venezuela at the MXON. Although their results were not what they wanted all three riders will take away lasting memories and the pride of representing their country.


UPCOMING EVENTS 
 
Oct 2-4  Kawasaki Race of Champions (KROC)
Oct 3-4  Gold Cup Florida (Redick)
Oct 10  Red Bull Straight Rhythm
Oct 10-11 Gold Cup Florida (Dade)
Oct 17  Monster Energy Cup
Oct 17-18  Gold Cup Florida (Orlando MX)
Oct 24-25 Gold Cup Florida (Gatorback) 
 
 


CAMP SCHEDULE
 
Our next available camp is Nov 12-14 when we'll offer a two day 65cc camp. Our Mini-O preparation camp is currently full.
   
2015
Nov 1-19...3 week Mini-O Prep
Nov 12-14...65cc Camp
Nov 29-Dec 4.....Week Camp
Dec 6-17...2 Week Ext Stay 

2016

Jan 4-Feb 19....7 Week Camp
Mar 14-18....One Week Camp
Mar 21-26....One Week Camp
Mar 28-Ap 1.One Week Camp
Apr 24-29.....One Week Camp
May 22-27....One Week Camp
May 29-Jun 16..3 Week camp
Jun 26-July1.One Week Camp
       
More information or to register


Location: 867 Bold Springs Road, Cairo, GA 39828


 
contact@mtfmx.com  or call (229) 377 8502 
 


Instruction - what to do when your rider crashes, a lot! by Colleen Millsaps
 
The cliché, "if you're not crashing you're not trying" has a lot of truth to it. Crashing is definitely a part of learning to go faster and pushing the edge of what each rider is comfortable with.


 
Riders always seem to go through periods where they crash a lot and then they stop crashing, and they're at another level.

Unfortunately there is no convenient time to crash, other than practice, but try to be patient and remember the big picture, that this is all part of getting faster on a dirt bike.

When you talk to your rider after a race I would focus more on how he or she was riding before a crash. Point out the things he or she was doing well.

Most importantly, if we as parents keep making a huge deal about crashing, it will continue to be.  Try to be patient. Tell your rider that crashing is OK because it means they're about to hit another level of speed and that is a great thing.

Good luck !
Red Bull Straight Ryhthm Returns Oct 10

Geico Honda rider Jordon Smith raced the Red Bull Straight Ryhthm last year losing out to Justin Bogle in the quarter finals. Jordon's set to compete again when the event returns Oct 10 at Fairplex, Pomona, CA. and here he gives his thoughts on this unique event and what he plans to do differently this time around.


Q: Hi Jordon, how are your preparations going for the Straight Rhythm?

A: Good, I've been riding the supercross track here at MTF and I'm really excited about getting another opportunity to race.

Q: You lost in the quarter finals last year.....

A: Yes but my time was the 2nd fastest time in the 250 class it was just unfortunate Bogle had the faster time than me in that one race. He was hauling!

Q: What did you learn from last year?

A: When I got behind I started to override and that led to more mistakes and I missed my marks. I am approaching this year with the attitude that if you get behind at first it is very possible to catch up. 

Q: So even though the race is short you can still afford to be patient?

A: Exactly. I know if I hit my marks and just keep pushing the whole way I can catch anybody out there. It's definitely an exciting event and I can't wait!

Thanks Jordon, good luck! 

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