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Here is this week's newsletter. This is our 75th week mailing!
Our thoughts and Prayers go to the people of Oklahoma.
We have family and friends that have along road ahead of them!
This weeks NBL & ABA Race
May 8-9 1999 ABA DIXIELAND NATIONALS Atlanta, GA
May 8-9 1999 NBL DIXIELAND NATIONAL NASHVILLE, TN
May 6- 9 Bicycle Stunt Series Richmond, VA X-Games Qualifier
Going to the World Cup?
Do you like being close to the track?? Caravel Tours & Travel has the hotel just for you. If you haven't made
hotel reservations you may want to call Sherri Dragotto today at (661)252-5069 to reserve your room. Before they are all gone. Limited rooms available. Email Sherri at dragotto@cnmnetwork.com
If you didn't get your room from Caravel Tours & Travel you paid to much !
Warwick Stevenson has turned AA Pro in 33 days! He has won ever thing A Pro!
AXO Cycling is looking to build their support team you should send your
resume to AXO Cycling America 25020 W.AVE Suite 70, Valencia, CA 91355.
Panasonic Shock Wave 1999 King Of Dirt Final results
Round #4 Houston, TX April 17, 1999
1 Cory Nastazio - 778 pts.
2 Mike Parenti - 769
3 Chris Duncan - 760
4 Scott Wirch - 754
5 Andre Ellison - 749
6 Chad Kagy - 735
7 Ryan Nyquist - 732
8 Freddie Chulo - 719
9 Jerry Bagley - 685
10 Matt Berringer - DNF
Overall Standings after Houston
1. Cory Nastazio - 58
2. Chris Duncan - 57
3. Ryan Nyquist - 52
4. Mike Parenti - 50
5. Joey Garcia - 45
6. Chad Kagy - 44
7. Jerry Bagley - 41
8. Scott Wirch - 40
9. Brian Foster - 39
10. Freddie Chulo - 35
John Purse and Redline have extended his contract through the year 2000
BMX Mania 50/50 Drawing
EVERY BMX race that I have ever gone to has had some cool way for the
track to raise money. Not to be outdone, we here at BMX Mania would like
to offer you the opportunity to join in on our first ever BMX Mania
Internet Drawing. First place is an unopened copy of Rad, THE BMX movie.
Second place is a copy of BMX Bandits, starring Nicole Kidman. Third place
is a copy of BMXrated, a 1987 video featuring classic Freestylin' in Reno,
Nevada. Go here to enter! http://www.bmxmania.com
X-Games Qualifier on TV
Sat. May 8, 1999 10:00AM ESPN2
Sun. May 9, 1999 4:00PM ESPN
Mon. May 10, 1999 1:00AM ESPN2
This from FAT BMX E-ZINE http://start.at/fat-zine
Robert de Wilde wins round 1 & 2 of European UCI BMX series!
Lempdes, France; April 24-25 - Robert de Wilde (The Netherlands), member
of the European GT Panasonic ShockWave BMX team, won the first two rounds
of the European BMX series (total of 10) on the BMX track in Lempdes,
France last weekend. The strong Dutchman returned from a 2 month USA trip
with strong legs. In the Elite men main on Saturday Robert missed his
start and had to catch up from behind. At the finish line De Wilde had a
lead of one bike length over Roy van Leur (Webco) and Dylan Clayton
(Sunn). Florent Boutte France, GT-Panasonic ShockWave) finished 5th on his
Speed Series on day one.
On Sunday the Elite men final looked even more impressive with Robert and
Florent controlling the race,
Finishing 1st and 2nd respectively. After the first weekend (out of five)
De Wilde already has a strong lead in the 1999 European Championship
Series with 74 points. Florent Boutte is in second with a score of 60
after the first two races.
GT Europe¹s Elite girl Ellen Bollansee (Belgium) made the final both days.
The rookie scored a 4th and a 6th and currently is in 5th position. GT
Junior men riders Kelvin Batey (UK) and Quentin Delescluse (France) both
made a main in Lempdes.
Next race will be the World Cup qualifier in Doetinchem, The Netherlands
on 8/9 May. Also present will be the European GT Air Show team. See you at
the races!
FISE extreme sports contest in PALAVAS, FRANCE
Official results:
Pro Dirt
1 Matt BERINGER, Redline USA,
2 Gaël SIBETH, Schwinn FRA,
3 Cyril DANGEUL, Blockhaus-Adidas FRA
Pro Street
1 Taj MIHELICH, T1 USA,
2 Joe RICH, T1 USA,
3 Jay MIRON, Schwinn CAN
Pro Flat
1 Alex JUMELIN, Adidas/GT FRA,
2 Michael STEINGRABER, GER,
3 Michael SOMMER AUS
Pro Vert
1 Dave MIRRA, Haro USA,
2 Jay MIRON, Schwinn CAN,
3 Simon TABRON, Animal UK
This from BMXtra at http://www.bmxtra.com/news.htm
GARY FISHER Adds to their Roster! Pennsylvania's Adam Aloise is now riding
for GARY
FISHER.
ATi Sponsors Jamie Lilly! GT's "Super Woman" Pro Jamie Lilly has joined
the prestigious line-up of riders sponsored by ATi. Jamie will be running
the "Swoop" number plates on both her 20" and cruiser, and has chosen
ATi's "Jackson" grips.
Trails Plowed On Friday April 30 Capital Trails in Woodbridge Va were
plowed again. You may remember the trails from past issues of Snap and
from the DK catalog. The trails were plowed about a year and a half-ago
but by shear determination the locals rebuilt them in the surrounding
woods. R.I.P.
BMX Buffet! Colin Stiles and Jeff Dein are trying to organize what will be
the first Ultimate Buffet Session ever seen at a BMX event. It will take
place on Saturday, May 7th, after the ABA Dixieland Nationals in Powder
Springs, GA. They are hoping to get no less than 50 BMXers to hit the
Golden Corral just up the road from the track. All racers and fans are
welcome.
Greg Hill's Speed Seminars has added its 1999 clinic and camp schedule to
the site. See it here http://www.greghillbmxseminars.com
The Bizzarro National Team will be on a clinic tour on the East Coast. To
find out more email them at bizzarro@capecod.net or visit their web site
here http://www.oncapecod.net/bizzarro
Thanks to Art Thomason, a full report of the X-Trials #1, complete with
pictures has just been posted. Drop by http://theflatlander.com and check
it out.
Powerlite picks up new girl rider - 11 year old girl Briana Mack was
picked up by Powerlite just before the Madera National.Look for her to be
flying the Powerlite colors this year at the nationals.
NBL's Outlaw National in Independence, Missouri
Sat. AA- 1st Danny Nelson 2nd Randy Stumphauser 3rd Thomas Allier . Super
1st Barry McManus 2nd Kevin Dougherty 3rd Mike Gul
Sun. AA- 1st Danny Nelson 2nd Randy Stumphauser 3rd Thomas Allier ...
Super 1st Kevin Dougherty 2nd Barry McManus 3rd Mike Gul
Christophe showed up and raced his first motto on Sat. He hated the track
so much that he decided to leave right after that motto and fly back home."
Bicycle Stunt Series Richmond, VA X-Games Qualifier see a complete
schedule here http://www2.bsseries.com/bsseries/richschl.html
Bryan Gunion whipped on the boys in Pro Class Sunday, at Rockford BMX
Track this last weekend!
Word is "Mighty" Moe Tillman will be on a New Ride? That's what we are
hearing! Stay tuned!
This from BMXmania at http://www.bmxmania.com
There is a new company starting up out of Ohio, in the U.S., called 13
Enterprises. They are currently offering a new video called "Cincy on
Fire" and have some cool t-shirts. Check em out at their HOT new web site.
http://www.go13.com
Charles Townsend picks up some help from Troy Lee Design He is also
talking with other sponsors and should have something soon!
Pro Concept picks up Matt Otrwein formally of Hyper fame
Greg Hill parts ways with DOPE PRODUCTS and will be working full time on
his Sinister Streeing See it here (www.sinsitersteering.com)
ESPN PRO Series is a GO! For 2000 Vans is Rumored to be the big money
sponsor!
Scott Yoquelet gets the full support of Hoffman bikes
Single A Pro Ryan Vanderveen is off Free Agent and riding for Action
Bikes. He is also doing a 6 month suspension by the ABA.
Richie Anderson announces new May clinic dates - Richie Anderson, the
master trainer is up to lots of training dates.
May 5 Rose Capital BMX (Wasco County, CA.) 5:00pm to 8:00pm (805) 392~0353
May 15 Gold Country BMX (Nevada City, CA.) New Date TBA THIS CLINIC HAD TO
BE CANCELED
DUE TO SCHEDULE CONFLICTS
May 16 Gold Country BMX (Nevada City, CA.) New Date TBA THIS CLINIC HAD TO
BE CANCELED
DUE TO SCHEDULE CONFLICTS
May 19 Rose Capital BMX (Wasco County, CA.) 5:00pm to 8:00pm (805) 392~0353
May 22 Napa Valley BMX (Napa, CA.) 2:00pm to 6:00pm (707) 224~8BMX
May 25 Sycamore BMX (Simi Valley, CA.) 5:00pm to 8:00pm (805) 583~BMX7
Contact them here avalanchebmx@yahoo.com or visit their web site at
http://members.xoom.com/FactoryBMX/index.html
This from BMXTRIX www.bmxtrix.com
Just wanted to let people know that if you are looking for details from
Louisville from ten days ago come by www.bmxtrix.com and take a look. The
results (with scores) are there as well as DETAILED stories of what went
on. There is also news added about what is going on soon as well as
Directions and the time schedule for the Richmond, VA contest THIS weekend.
The Flatlander has just posted a interview with Erin Donato check it here
at http://theflatlander.com
This from BMXtreme.com at http://www.bmxtreme.com
Check out our new contest for May. We're giving away some great products
from Tioga (www.tiogausa.com). You can also see who the winners of
previous months' contests were, sponsored by Trek (www.trekbmx.com), Dope
BMX Products (www.dopebmxproducts.com), Devotion (www.kjws.com/devotion)
and EVS Sports (www.evs-sports.com). In coming months stay tuned for give
away and product testing of Redline products (www.redlinebicycles.com),
Tektro brakes (www.tektro.com) and Sinister Steering
(www.sinsitersteering.com).
A new team in Indiana, BMXINC is looking for a lady pro and maybe even a
male pro. BMXINC is pursuing several major sponsors and hopes to have some
big bucks to invest. For more info, contact Bruce Balay at
BMXINC@YAHOO.COM.
This from BMXFREAK at Http://bmxfreak.cjb.net
Woodward expands!Woodward has just built a new building with ramps and is know constructing
a cement skatepark.on the web page there is going to be a freestyle wild
goose chase for prizes for more info contact http://www.woodwardcamp.com
Going to the World Cup?
Do you like being close to the track??
Caravel Tours & Travel has the hotel just for you. If you haven't made
hotel reservations you may want to call Sherri Dragotto today at (661)
252-5069 to reserve your room. Before they are all gone. Limited rooms
available. Email Sherri at dragotto@cnmnetwork.com
Days Inn
(Next to Joe Freeman Coliseum) (4 Sunburst Rating Hotel)
$ 78.14 per night (tax included)
2 Dbl/Dbl's Non-Smoking & Smoking rooms, Complimentary deluxe continental
breakfast buffet, Free local calls, Over sized pool, Children under 18
stay free, free in room movie channel, fax & copy machine, Remote Control
Cable TV with HBO, CNN, ESPN, Nickelodeon, Alamo/Riverwalk 2.5 miles, Zoo
2.5 miles, Wax Museum, 2.5 miles, Market Square 3.0 miles, Splashtown
water park across the street, Tours Available.
(First night deposit is required by June 10th or the rates are subject to
change.)
If you didn't get your room from Caravel Tours & Travel you paid to much !
CLARK DENDINGER is on a roll in District 1 ILL. Sitting first in points! And this guy is unsponsored? Someone needs to pick this guy up! Contact Clark at ICUBMX2@aol.com
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