Post by: _X_ on July 25, 2013, 09:33:21 PM
Post by: Stusmoke on July 25, 2013, 10:08:51 PM
Post by: _X_ on July 25, 2013, 10:13:49 PM
Post by: ford832 on July 25, 2013, 10:23:35 PM
Cole Thompson.Charles knows who he is.
Post by: _X_ on July 25, 2013, 10:32:08 PM
Post by: factoryX on July 26, 2013, 01:06:18 AM
Post by: _X_ on July 26, 2013, 01:56:30 AM
Post by: Larry63r on July 26, 2013, 04:27:50 AM
Post by: motoman356 on July 26, 2013, 07:57:00 AM
Post by: ford832 on July 26, 2013, 11:29:11 AM
It's more likely to get an older guy who's best days are behind him that would still like to generate some attention.
It should be pretty cool either way.I can't wait to see what happens.
Post by: lauterbacher on July 26, 2013, 04:16:29 PM
Post by: motoxr377 on July 26, 2013, 04:57:54 PM
As long as the economy keeps sucking, which it is. the fallout is things and toys like MX racing are and will be taking a hit. And TSM benefits from that big time in finding a top 10 rider. Just look at Andrew Short who is a top 10 in both Indoor and outdoor and ended up with KTM his third team this season because of the teams crashing out of funds. You don't like to see it, But it benefits the whole two stroke agenda which we all know. I say Will Hahn out of Texas who races both 2 and 4 stroke.
You mean Wil Hahn, as in "2013 250 supercross champ" Wil Hahn?
Post by: lauterbacher on July 26, 2013, 05:05:32 PM
Post by: Shawn36 on July 26, 2013, 05:09:13 PM
Wil Hahn has a ride next year as team mate to Eli Tomac out of a 2nd Geico semi. Although Wil has a 125 he's rebuilding for himself I don't believe he's raced a 2-stroke since super minis.
Realistic guys who would be willing to ride 2-strokes for some money and score points in my opinion? Robby Marshall (obviously), Jake Canada, Vince Friese, Cole Thompson, Mike Lieb, and Austin Howell.
Post by: motoxr377 on July 26, 2013, 05:13:44 PM
Post by: Lolerbabop on July 26, 2013, 08:58:53 PM
Post by: TotalNZ on July 26, 2013, 10:23:20 PM
How about Weston Peick?Hell yeah Weston Peick would be perfect. So much natural talent it's crazy, and a realistic chance of being able to sign him.
Post by: _X_ on July 26, 2013, 10:53:27 PM
Tyla will be on a KTM next year, but on a factory 450 back in Europe.but none of these riders meet the criteria for 450 nationals.
Wil Hahn has a ride next year as team mate to Eli Tomac out of a 2nd Geico semi. Although Wil has a 125 he's rebuilding for himself I don't believe he's raced a 2-stroke since super minis.
Realistic guys who would be willing to ride 2-strokes for some money and score points in my opinion? Robby Marshall (obviously), Jake Canada, Vince Friese, Cole Thompson, Mike Lieb, and Austin Howell.
Post by: _X_ on July 26, 2013, 10:55:23 PM
Post by: twosmoke595 on July 27, 2013, 12:45:21 AM
Get Brett Cue on a smoker FFS!!!!
unfortunately i don't think Que has the speed, sure he can whip a bike like no tomorrow
then again ive never seen him race, but i don't think he has qualifying level of speed
Post by: Stusmoke on July 27, 2013, 07:49:25 AM
Just kidding. I like Rattray alot. Good guy, and has proven VERY fast once he is in his zone.
Post by: Shawn36 on July 27, 2013, 04:29:33 PM
shawn show me proof that tyla is going to europe. peick is a good one but untill otherwise its tyla.
According to On Track Off Road who is the main media source for the GPs his name is part of the retooled factory Husky lineup for next year, which will basically be a mirror of the KTM team. Adam Wheeler is a guy who would know, and Matthes over here confirms he is being told the same thing.
And I agree none of those guys are consistent 10-15 material, but that's who's available that has a history of scoring points and might be willing to race a 2-stroke. Here's the top 15 in the championship so far, who from this list is willing to part with their current factory supported team to ride a 2-stroke.
1. Ryan Villopoto
2. Ryan Dungey
3. Justin Barcia
4. James Stewart
5. Trey Canard
6. Mike Alessi
7. Andrew Short
8. Jake Weimer
9. Broc Tickle
10. Josh Grant
11. Malcolm Stewart
12. Chad Reed
13. Phil Nicoletti
14. Tyla Rattray
15. Justin Brayton
Post by: _X_ on July 28, 2013, 01:31:52 AM
Post by: VintageBlueSmoke on July 28, 2013, 09:51:05 AM
1. Vet
2. Two-stroke experience
3. Knows how to win (even if he thinks he is too old to do so)
Post by: Stusmoke on July 28, 2013, 10:10:37 AM
File this under "Not gunna happen..." but Chad Reed fits the bill...
1. Vet
2. Two-stroke experience
3. Knows how to win (even if he thinks he is too old to do so)
x2 I was gonna suggest this but wasn't prepared to deal with the flak.
Reed was one of the three to watch in his YZ250 days. Awesome, positively awesome to watch particularly in supercross.
Post by: Shawn36 on July 28, 2013, 01:20:50 PM
damn it! good sources, but nothing in ink yet. good work shawn.
As far as we know anyway, these deals don't get announced usually until the previous contract is up. But I imagine Mitch and PC don't want him back next year so they would allow him to shop around early. I do agree either he or Phil Niccoletti are the two free riders who would make an impact. But I believe everyone else in the top 15 is spoken for or could get on a bike capable of winning.
Post by: streaks383 on July 28, 2013, 09:05:22 PM
Post by: twosmoke595 on July 28, 2013, 09:09:53 PM
stewart
reed
2015 on the HVA (Husqvarna factory team)
efi 2 strokes
BOOM
Post by: _X_ on July 28, 2013, 09:18:32 PM
slam it (or whatever that one guys says)HA!
stewart
reed
2015 on the HVA (Husqvarna factory team)
efi 2 strokes
BOOM
Post by: twosmoke595 on July 28, 2013, 09:27:03 PM
slam it (or whatever that one guys says)HA!
stewart
reed
2015 on the HVA (Husqvarna factory team)
efi 2 strokes
BOOM
how many heads would explode if that press release came out? answer. all of them