Team KTM/Powersport Grafx Race Report - Morganton NC - Dirt Rider Magazine

Team KTM/PowersportGrafx Race ReportMorganton, NC- The Steel Creek GNCC riders were greeted with a beautiful North Carolina day. Clear skies and temperatures in the high 80's accented the tough mountainous course. Team KTM/PG riders showed their toughness and determination by placing high in their classes for the third event of the season.In XC1, newcomer Jason Gilleland (181) overcame a tough start to finish 11th in class and was 15th overall. Being a NC native and living close to this event, Jason had many spectators cheering him on throughout the event.In XC2, Dustin Gibson (911) grabbed the early lead and rode a solid race. After having some on track difficulty, he climbed back to 4th in class and 18th overall.200A rider, Kailub Russell (37) continued his winning ways and finished trouble free in 16th overall.Jordan Ashburn (927) again dominated the B classes and won 250B.Team riders were honored to participate in the open house at FUN CYCLES in Valdese, NC on Saturday.Next event: GNCC Round 4, "Big Buck" Union, SC April 14/15.We appreciate the support of our sponsors: KTM, PowersportGrafx, KTM Hard Equipment, MAXXIS tire, Sidi boots, SCOTT goggles, NGK and MOTOREX. We are please to announce the support of new team sponsor CV4 products.