Looking for some extra info on the Endurocross series? Here it is in a nutshell: The 2009 AMA EnduroCross schedule includes six events that comprise two separate AMA championships. The AMA EnduroCross Championship Series is for the EX Pro class only, while the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships incorporates three Support classes. EX Pro class racers will acquire national championship points for each event they participate in, with the AMA EnduroCross Championship being awarded to the EX Pro competitor who acquires the most points throughout the season. Support class racers may participate in as many events as they please, though they technically only need to participate in an EXGC Regional Qualifier to qualify for the EXGC Finale (final round in Las Vegas). The winners of each of the three Support class main events at the EXGC Finale will be crowned AMA EnduroCross Grand Champions.
How It Works: There are two portions of an EnduroCross event. The daytime Qualifiers for the Support class and nonseeded EX Pro class riders. Then the evening program, which includes the Support class main events, EX Pro heats/semi races, the Dash for Cash (night race where possible) and the EX Pro main event. (At the Las Vegas final round, the daytime program will incorporate the final EXGC Regional Qualifier for each of the three Support classes, followed that night by the EXGC Finales as part of the usual evening program.)
Support Classes: There are three Support classes which are all part of the new 2009 AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships. You may enter more than one class as long as you meet the criteria. You must be an AMA member to enter.
TrialCross (EXTC): Any size trials motorcycle or any motorcycle with a wheelbase under 55 inches. Bikes like the Honda CRF150R will be allowed. Trials tires are allowed on any motor-cycle in this class but are not mandatory. Must be 12 years of age as of race date. Maximum of 20 race entries.
Amateur Open (EXA): Any size two-stroke or four-stroke motorcycle with a wheelbase over 55 inches. Trials motorcycles are not allowed. Trials tires are not allowed. Must be 12 years of age as of race date. Maximum of 40 race entries.
Vet-Plus 35 (EXVet): Any production motorcycle with a wheelbase over 55 inches. Trials motorcycles are not allowed. Trials tires are not allowed. Must be 35 years of age as of race date. Maximum of 40 race entries.
Hungry for some EnduroCross race action? The 2009 season spans six rounds all over the U.S., so there is no reason not to get in on the action! Whether you want to attend as a spectator or as a participant, tickets and entries are available online, along with a wealth of information regarding the series. For more, log on to www.endurocross.com.
2009 AMA/ Geico EnduroCross Presented by E3 Spark Plugs Schedule:
Las Vegas, NV - July 25
Guthrie, OK - August 15
Florence, SC - September 12
Columbus, OH - October 3
Denver, CO - October 24
Las Vegas, NV - November 21