Polaris to have representation in various series

Polaris comes into the 2012 race season with teams competing in the Grand National Cross Country series (GNCC), World Off-Road Championship series (WORCS), Best in the Desert (BITD) and Mud racing. Polaris also will continue to offer their ATV racing contingency program and has added a Side-by-Side contingency for the BITD series.

“Polaris is excited for another year of ATV and Side-by-Side Racing,” said Donna Beadle, race team manager for Polaris’ Off-Road Division. “We had a great 2011 winning several championships and we expect 2012 to be another successful year.”

National Guard/Polaris/Coastal Racing
Polaris will continue to support National Guard/Polaris/Coastal racing for 2012. William Yokley took the GNCC and WORCS championships in his National Guard RANGER RZR XP 900 and will look to four-peat in the GNCC series this year. Yokley’s teammate, Scott Kiger finished third in the GNCC “Open Modified” class in his RZR XP and is back for 2012.

Rath Racing
Rath Racing is back for a third year to race the RZR XP in GNCC. Daryl Rath continues to dial in his RZR XP and will race the “Open Modified” Side-by-Side class.

Team Hendershot
Polaris has added Team Hendershot to their GNCC race team for 2012. Team Hendershot finished second overall in their RZR XP in the GNCC “Open Modified” class behind William Yokley. They will race the RZR XP for 2012.

Jagged X
Jagged X is back for 2012 for a run at the Best in the Desert championship, racing the familiar No.1919, with a newly built RZR XP 4. Brandon Schueler, Chad Riccio, Blake Van de Loo and Mike West look to recapture the championship for 2012. Jagged X also has signed 2011 BITD Champion, Matt Parks to run with the team this year in a second RZR XP 4. Both new RZR’s will be revealed at the Mint 400, in March. Parks started the 2012 BITD series out on a high note winning the “Pro UTV class,” at the Parker 250, in January.

Walker Evans
RJ Anderson will switch gears this year and race the WORCS series with his new Walker Evans RZR XP. Anderson raced a few WORC races in 2011 and ended up winning the final race of the season in the “SxS 1” class. He looks to capture the championship for 2012.

High Lifter
Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing will be muddin’ on Polaris’ once again for 2012. Racers include Brian Haughton, Josh Monroe and Adam Schumaker and will race the Sportsman XP 850, Sportsman 550, RANGER XPs and RANGER RZRs.

Polaris Contingency
Polaris also will continue to offer an ATV race contingency program, in three ATV racing series, GNCC, WORCS and the Heartland Challenge, and has added a side-by-side contingency in the Best in the Desert Series. The total purse is more than $85,000. Racers must race 2008 or newer Sportsman XP 850 or Sportsman 550 ATVs for the ATV contingency and must run the Pro 1 class in a RANGER RZR product in Best in the Desert. More information and complete rules about Polaris’ racing contingencies can be found at www.polarisfactoryracing.com.

Source: Polaris Press Release, www.polarisfactoryracing.com

Host, Brian Fisher, and the Fish Staff at the Golden Moose Awards 2012

Fisher’s ATV World is proud to announce that it has won a Golden Moose Award for “Best Off-Road Series” on Outdoor Channel. The Golden Moose Awards recognize creative achievements of quality outdoor programming, and the talented personalities and skilled production work that bring the shows on Outdoor Channel to life.

Brian Fisher, Host of Fisher’s ATV World, says “It is a huge honor for us to win this first ever “Off-Road Series” voted category. We have the best team of people and they all work very hard to make our show a success. After ten years of all the hard work, traveling and sacrifice, this makes it all worth it.”

Now in its 10th season, Fisher’s ATV World is an award-winning, adventure/lifestyle television show covering all aspects of ATVs and Side-by-Sides. This was the first year that Outdoor Channel’s Golden Moose Awards included a voted category for “Best Off-Road Series.” Fisher’s ATV World was one of five TV shows nominated.

Outdoor Channel unveiled the winners of the 12th Annual Golden Moose Awards at a ceremony held January 19th at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, during the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s (NSSF) annual Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) and Conference. The GMA’s were hosted by Bone Collector front man, Michael Waddell, and a live performance from two time Grammy-winning artist, Zac Brown Band. Awards were given in 24 categories and among many celebrities that were present including Craig Morgan, Ted Nugent, Jim Shockey, Shawn Michaels, and Criminal Minds actor, Joe Mantegna. This was the first year that Outdoor Channel streamed the Golden Moose Awards live on their website, OutdoorChannel.com.

Fisher’s ATV World has been in production and airing nationally since 2002. The program features host Brian Fisher, who attracts a large viewing audience with his “Keepin’ It Real” style and entertaining, information-packed segments. The program airs Mondays at 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. ET on Outdoor Channel, reaching over 35 million homes.

Outdoor Channel features quality programming designed to educate and entertain sportsmen of all skill levels. The channel promotes the traditional outdoor activities that are a vital part of our national heritage including fishing, hunting and shooting sports, and ATV’s. The programs are designed to appeal to “traditional sportsmen” of all ages with a focus on activities that the entire family can enjoy in the great outdoors.

For additional information on Brian Fisher and Fisher’s ATV World, visit the web site FishersATVWorld.com.
Source: Fisher’s ATV World Press Release, www.fishersatvworld.com

The huge savings offered in the Countdown Sales Event, in addition to 0% A.P.R. financing* for five years on the entire lineup of class-leading motorcycles, ATVs and scooters, make riding a new Suzuki more easily affordable than ever before. The 0% A.P.R. financing offer is available on all Suzuki models with 72-month extended term financing available for .50% A.P.R. on select models and 84-month extended-term financing available for 1% A.P.R. on select models.

“Suzuki is leading the powersports industry in providing this incredible opportunity to consumers,” said American Suzuki’s Motorcycle/ATV Division Senior National Sales Manager Rod Lopusnak, “for consumers waiting for the right time to get on a new Suzuki – this is it! The unbelievable savings offered in this promotion make it more affordable than ever for riders to get on a new Suzuki.”

The Countdown Sales Event offers a range of substantial savings up to $1000-off the price of the following models:

• $1000-off: 2011 and prior Boulevard M109R/LTD, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, GSX-R1000
• $750-off: 2011 and prior  Boulevard C50T
• $700 off: 2012 and prior RM-Z450; 2011 and prior KingQuad 500AXi
• $600 off: 2012 and prior QuadSport Z400; 2011 and prior Hayabusa
• $500 off: 2012 and prior RM-Z250; 2011 and prior KingQuad 40)ASi, KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering, KingQuad 750AXi, KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering; 2009 and prior Boulevard C50; all Boulevard M50, Boulevard M90 and GSX650F
• $400 off: 2011 GSX1250FA
• $300 off 2012 KingQuad 400ASi, KingQuad 400FSi, KingQuad 500AXi, KingQuad 500AXi Power Steering, KingQuad 750AXi, KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering; 2011 and prior Boulevard S40, Burgman 650 Executive and DR-Z400S.
• $250 off: 2012 and prior RM85/L
• $200 off: 2012 and prior Ozark 250, DR-Z125/L; 2011 and prior Burgman 400 ABS, DR650SE, V-Strom 650 ABS

The exceptional savings on these models is in addition to Suzuki’s industry-leading 0% A.P.R. financing* for five years on all models with approved credit, offering consumers a great opportunity to get on a new Suzuki at a fraction of the MSRP.

From the racetrack-dominating GSX-R sportbikes and the baddest Boulevard cruisers to the fuel-efficient Burgman scooters and rugged KingQuad ATVs, a huge variety of class-leading Suzuki motorcycles, scooters and ATVs are eligible for this incredible offer.

The Countdown Sales Event is only available for a limited time. Coupons must be redeemed at local Suzuki dealerships by March 31, 2012.

For more information about Suzuki and the Countdown Sales Event, please visit: www.suzukicycles.com

Source: Suzuki Press Release, www.suzukicycles.com

Sign Up 9am

Practice 10:30am

Rae 11:30 am

Earlywine Racing is open daily for practice for full practice schedules and for info on race entry, classes, etc check out our website www.earlywineracing.com

Source: Earlywine Racing Press Release, www.earlywineracing.com

Dirt Trax Magazine

“The BIC Awards were developed in response to what we perceived as a need for better industry awards,” explained Mark Lester, Dirt Trax Magazine publisher. “As a result we have developed the categories you see in the current BIC award protocol for Best In Class honours each year. The emergence of BIC awards for two categories of SxS vehicles is an indication of how we’ve attempted to ensure we’re paying attention to emerging and significant categories in the ATV / SXS business.”

Dirt Trax Magazine editors determine best-in-class machines by comparing them to competitive models within their class during testing. Vehicles are compared in areas such as power, handling, suspension, ergonomics and build quality, among other determining factors.

“Having three Can-Am vehicles receive best-in-class honours is a tremendous accomplishment for everyone at BRP,” stated Yves Leduc, Vice-President and General Manager, North America. “Industry recognition and the Best In Class awards are always something to strive for and prove to off-road enthusiasts and it is positive reinforcement for all the dedicated work put in by our design, engineering and marketing teams.”

Redesigned for 2012, the Can-Am Outlander 1000 was a unanimous choice as the Best Big Bore Sport Utility ATV. Editors raved about its second-generation chassis and new 976cc Rotax engine, calling it “the most outrageously fast and powerful ATV ever built and the best handling and best riding ATV BRP has ever produced.” Editors named the 2012 Can-Am Renegade 1000 the Best Trail Sport ATV, saying “the new chassis takes what was a stand out Trail Sport 4X4 and makes it literally incomparable in the segment.” The Can-Am Commander 800R was selected as the Best In Class Dual Purpose UTV for its unequalled handling and ride and smooth power delivery for both work and play.

The all-new Outlander 800R (Best Big Bore Sport Utility ATV), the DS 450 (Best Hardcore Sport ATV) and the Can-Am Outlander Max 650 (Best 2-Up ATV) were named runner-up vehicles.

Source: Can-Am BRP Press Release, www.brp.com

The Soboba GP is a historic Southern California race event, held on the private Soboba Indian Reservation and known for its glorious dirt, the Soboba GP was famed for its once-a-year MX event. While the MX racing at the GP still draws pro’s from around the world of factory MX racing, it is apparent that today the main draw is the side-by-side race. The race has one class, the racers are lined up in a single row based upon the order they registered in and it’s a land rush start once the green flag drops. From there, the race is a 2-hour long moto through the hills and MX-styled infield. The track totals just over six miles long and causes for some serious attrition. This is not a race that you try to win in the first lap. Patience is key, consistency is even more important, and knowing how to keep your vehicle alive is the trick! On this day Anderson followed his game plan to a “T.” While others took on the task of trying to race the first lap like it’s the last, Anderson chose to get the best start he could, settle into a good pace, and start to pick off the slower traffic one by one. Within an hour, Anderson would be the first SxS on course. Thirty-three side-by-sides would thunder into turn 1 and only 14 would make it to the checkered flag. Fortunately for Anderson and the Walker Evans Racing team, Anderson would cross that line first. The SxS Anderson raced was built specifically for the 2012 WORCS racing season and was easily the fastest SxS on the track that day winning the race with a stock RZR XP 900 power plant! The team picked right up where they left off last season, taking home a huge win at the opening race of 2012!

The Soboba GP was a great test and shake down for their new Holz Racing Products built RZR XP that Walker Evans Racing will race in the WORCS racing series for 2012. The next WORCS race will be Buffalo Bills, at Primm, NV, February 11-12.

#637 Walker Evans Racing Unlimited UTV / Production 1000 Sponsors:
Walker Evans Racing Wheels & Shocks – South Point Las Vegas – Polaris Off Road Vehicles – Goodyear – Kroyer – MasterCraft – Holz Racing Products – Dethrone Racing – Oakley – UTVUnderground.com – Utendorfer Design – Muzzy – K&N Filters – Summer Brothers Racing

Source: Polaris Press Release, www.polarisindustries.com

Their new full stainless steel system features tuned, equal length head pipes that merge into a large collector and out into dual oval mufflers. Front and rear integrated oxygen sensors allow for the easy addition of an air/fuel meter for easy tuning. Canister finishes are available in mirror polished, brushed or black coated.

For noise sensitive areas the mufflers include a modular quiet core and spark arrestor. A single muffler version and slip-on system is also available.

Features:

• Large diameter equal length headpipes
• Merged collector mid-section
• Dual mufflers with machined aluminum mounting brackets
• Dual oxygen sensor bungs

Source: Muzzys Press Release,  http://www.muzzys.com

Check out the ad below for and click to www.dirtfiendracing.com to purchase. 

Source: Dirt Fiend Racing,  http://www.dirtfiendracing.com/

But Dakar is definitely another story, with more than 9000 kilometers of racing, three countries crossed in South America, 469 participants, and various terrain and extreme weather conditions. ASO, the promoter, reported that the 2012 edition was the toughest event in many years.

Team Polaris/Xtreme Plus enrolled a very experienced driver Willy Alcaraz No. 374, who had participated in Dakar in several classes as a driver and co-driver, and set up one goal for the first event, reach Lima in Peru!

After two weeks of the race, Alcaraz proved the RZR XP is one of a kind, as the team reached the initial goal by crossing the finish line in Lima without any technical issues. But they also claimed the win in two different classes: T3 and solo. The No. 374 managed also to finish some of the longest and hardest stages in the top 30, finishing 42 overall in the car class. No doubt, this is a unique and an historical performance for Alcaraz, the Polaris RZR XP and Xtreme Plus Team!

“In Puerto Plata, at the start of the race, everybody was amazed to see me alone in my small car. Some of them were even laughing at me!,” said Alcaraz. “But days after days, they were less and less smiling when I was overtaking them in the dunes. Even if my top speed was inferior on some trails, the RZR XP was just incredible and fun to drive in the toughest technical section. I managed to stay always in the top 50. I had just to repair, change a couple of tires and PVT belt along the race. The vehicle was very well prepared by Xtreme Plus and the mechanic guys did a great job every night. This is an incredible result for Polaris, the team and myself!”

“We showed everybody the RZR XP is best lightweight buggy, with a dedicated class (T3) to race. It is very fun to drive and it has amazing capacities when the terrain is becoming technical,” Marco Piana, Polaris/Xtreme Plus Team Manager. “No doubt that a driver with a more expensive car and buggy will start looking at this affordable vehicle to race Bajas, Rallye Raid and Dakar.”
Source: Polaris Press Release, www.polarisindustries.com

Both Caleb and Colten crashed but that didn’t hinder their medal pursuit whatsoever. Caleb went on to bronze while younger brother Colten earned the gold!

While ESPN televised the event live the Contour Camera Company was busy capturing some fantastic video of several of the winter sports athletes. Contour was  able to get some outstanding video of Caleb and Colten’s adventures from both on and off their sleds. Check out a few of Contour’s videos below and be sure to visit the Contour YouTube Channel for more.

Source: Contour Camera