The Smokefree83 Racing Team attended the Annual Turkey Motocross Race at Owyhee Motorcycle Club in Boise on 15 November.
This weekend proved once again that the sport of motocross is filled with participants of heart and desire. Despite the chilly temperatures, the turn out of racers and spectators was awesome. Motocross is a family sport and this event clarifies it every year. The Turkey Race is a fun event that encourages first time racers to come out and test their skills, for free. Turkeys were given for overall places instead of trophies.
New comers and family members lined the side of the track on Sunday after an hour delay to allow the track to thaw out a little. The ground was frozen in the morning, which makes for some dangerous riding. The snack shack was selling hot chocolate and the pits were filled with camp fires most of the day to help take the chill off.
I had a great first moto. I came out of the first turn in fifth place and worked my way up to take second. Some areas of the track became a little slippery once the sun started to shine on the ground. I was happy to keep my bike on two wheels and finish the moto safely.
The second moto was even better. I had a solid start out of the gate and my Project Filter backed YZ250F launched me up the two hundred yard sandy uphill to take a nice holeshot. I held the lead for two laps and then faded to third. I finished second overall, which earned me a 13 pound turkey for the holidays.
Once again I would like to thank Project Filter for their support and for the opportunity to be a part of the Smoke Free Idaho campaign. This puts a wrap on the season for me. Stay Smoke Free and check back for an update on the 2010 season...
