Racing at the pro level is a dream for most – one that riders dedicate countless hours to achieve. But while just getting to the big stage is challenge enough, once there, performing at the level it demands can be even worse. With the best trainers and the best machines at their disposal, riders have few excuses for poor race results. The harsh reality is that they need to excel or they will be replaced. Episode 3 of MX Nation looks in on Troy Lee/Red Bull/KTM riders Jessy Nelson and Shane McElrath as they deal with the pressures, the failures and the victories that come with racing in the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship.
The motocross series “MX Nation” is once again lifting the curtain to peek behind the scenes of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship. This season the eight episode series will explore the 250 class, following the next generation of riders looking to make a name for themselves and progress to the pinnacle of the sport. Highlighted riders will include: Jeremy Martin, Joey Savatgy, Adam Cianciarulo, Shane McElrath, Jessy Nelson, Cooper Webb and Austin Forkner.