2012 CMRC Nationals: Round #5 Gopher Dunes Race Report

Trae Franklin #51 After a two week break, and his first time to Gopher Dunes raceway, Trae was very excited to get back on the #51 Honda. Coming in to practice, the track looked as ideal as one could imagine. Like a perfectly groomed ski run! But Trae knew this would be short-lived, and Gopher Dunes would soon be showing it’s real teeth, including the eastern Canada’s famous summer heat and humidity. Time to work all that training to good use! With a respectable 33rd place overall in qualifying, lap-by-lap, Trae was getting a better feel for the track. The goal was to experience Gopher Dunes through an entire moto, and gain some experience on such a dynamic track. With a top 10 start in Moto 1, Trae settled in to a comfortable pace through the ever-changing track. Unfortunately, running in 17th, Trae’s clutch perch adjuster malfunctioned, and he had to pull in to mechanic row to get assistance. Re-entering the track in 30th, Trae steadily worked his way forward to a 27th place finish. Going in to Moto 2, Trae felt ready to step things up, and improve on his performance from Moto 1. Coming out of the gate, Trae was pinched by a few riders, and had to relegate back to a 20th place after lap 1. After making a move past a rider, Trae probably ‘zigged….when should have zagged’, and went down with his bike landing on top of him. After an exhausting bit of time removing himself from under the hot bike, Trae did his best to regain himself, and finish the moto. Trae did exactly that, and finished 32nd for 32nd overall on the day. Not the experience he was hoping for, but one full of experience and lessons.

Outline 1 - Nov. 10/10 Re: Bow Cycle – PerformX CMRC National Motocross Team Basic Details

1. Title sponsors: a. Bow Cycle b. Corporate – cash support; Todd (Schumlick) and agency will lead. c. PerformX

2. Equipment:

a. Parts, supplies, etc.; to be determined. b. RMR/Fox suspension; including team testing at camps.

3. Management:

a. Todd Schumlick b. Todd Starchuck

4. Riders:

a. Shawn Maffenbeier: • 2009 MX1 15th overall; note – top rookie. • 2010 MX1 12th overall; note – most improved and #3 Canadian MX1 rider. • 2011 goal: top 6 overall in series.

b. Jared Petruska: • top Canadian amateur. • 2011 goal: ???

c. Trae Franklin: • top Canadian amateur. • 2011 goal: ???

d. Kyle McGlynn: • 2009 MX2 6th overall; note – most improved rider in series. • 2010 MX2 12th overall; note – missed 4 rounds due to injury. • 2011 goal: top 3 – 5 potential.

e. Cole Siebler: • 2009 MX2 15th overall; note - 3rd place overall at Gopher Dunes, only competed in 5 rounds. • 2010; did not compete, past injuries repaired. • 2011 goal: top 3 – 5 potential.

5. Personnel:

a. Mechanics; to be determined. b. Race staff; to be determined.

6. Gear:

a. Troy Lee Designs Canada; to be determined. b. Oakley or ???; to be determined.

“I could see the frustration and disappointment in Trae’s (and a few other riders I train) eye’s this past weekend. We (riders, mechanics, parents, sponsors, etc.) put a lot of work in to all this….and when it doesn't turn out the way we anticipate….it's tough to find the positive and/or enjoy it” says team manager/PerformX owner Todd Schumlick. “But, 'it’ is racing. When you are pursuing your passion, there are no guarantees that you will ever achieve your expectations, goals, dreams, fame, fortune, etc….or whatever else that motivates us (to push along). Maybe it's just 'the chance' that keeps us going? Maybe it's the thrill of racing? I guess everyone has their own reasoning” adds Todd. “Mine is simple. I do not focus on race results, as it’s not necessarily in our control. Instead, I focus on assisting each of my athletes in reaching their own personal goals. And if they are determined, dedicated, disciplined, and have the desire….then we aim for their highest potential. For anyone, this is a tall task, but possible” says Todd. Teagan Williams #136 & Danny Mathe #571 Both riders did not compete at Gopher Dunes, but will re-enter series at Walton (or earlier round). The PerformX Motocross Race Team would like to thank sponsors Troy Lee Designs Canada, RTR, RMR Suspension, Honda Canada, Kawasaki Canada, C4MX, Oakley, Signworks, FMF, Pro Circuit, Speed Merchant, Compression Technologies, Lime Nine, Cascade Energy Services, Ernie’s Sports Experts, Route 99 Motorsports, Smith Optics, Cycle North, Parts Canada, Revolution, Green River MX Park, Mathe Stucco, and all the rider’s families. Other PerformX Motocross Training athletes at event:

• Keylan Meston #60 MX2: DNS (injury) • Colton Facciotti #1 MX1: 5th overall (working through injury) • Shawn Maffenbeier #6 MX1: 25th overall (let’s call it a rough weekend) • Shawn Robinson #46 MX1: 17th overall (his return from injury) • Tyler Medaglia #11: 3rd overall