The giant cable lock running through it is a nice touch.

It was probably something like pantyhose slipped over the fins, it keeps mud from sticking.

Andy used to race Supercross and Nationals. He's been a test rider for years, so I'm sure he's capable of explaining how the bike rides.

B12, I wrote the report so I'll let you know why Kyle's finish wasn't in there. In all honesty, I was paying more atenttion to Grant passing 30 something riders, or Chad's lead that was unbelievable. I've followed Kyle since he was on 85's, I know he has potentional. By the way, for him to get on the open bike would more than likely take too much effort to get out of a few sponsors.

That wasn't really much of a race, more like a time killer, so it didn't fit into the race report. Check Kickstart, I think there is some stuff there from it.

Why wouldn't you want to ride for one of the top teams in the sport, even if you think the manager is a moron. You do know those bikes are some of the trickest in the pits.

For 2009, yes. For 2010 it will be 17, and by 2011 it will be 18. That is for new applicants only. He's also said in other interviews how he would stay AM for another year if no pro ride was lined up after Loretta's this year.

To pay the bills......

From what Blake told me at the Mini Moto, not until he turns 18 because of the AMA's age limit raise, something he didn't seem really excited about. I don't know an exact date, but you know he's doing everything to get ready.