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“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 29 & MAR 1

Filed Under: Motocross, News, Road Racing, Speedway, Trials

“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 29 & MAR 1

This weekend sees 3 great events to sink your teeth into, covering 3 disciplines of our sport and 2 of them right next door to each other – so another great weekend’s spectating is on offer – plus Gillman, Riverland & Tea Tree Gully will all be open for those wanting to have a spin around an MX track!

The big event for this weekend is Mount Gambier’s annual Classic Master of Mac Park, which will also feature the Laurie Fox Memorial SA Sidecar Championships – well worth the trip to the Mount with the swag for 3 days – yes, 3 days as it starts Friday – of great bitumen action!

Here is the lowdown on the event;

125 entries, including an awesome 30 Sidecars

Entry $10.00 per day or $15.00 per weekend

Under 16 free

Canteen and Bar facilities available.

Camping available $10.00 per person per night under 16 free

For full details of the event and all it entails – check out their website www.macparkraceway.org.au or Facebook page!

                     

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH & MARCH 1ST

This weekend will again see neighbours, the MSA Junior Development Park and Sidewinders Junior Speedway at Wingfield host events almost back-to-back, with Sidewinders hosting their Blast from the Past Meeting, with their gates opening from 5.30pm and the action hotting up from 7.30pm on Saturday, with the JDP hosting the AJS MTC’s Dynamic Trials Series round 5 from 9.30am on Sunday morning.

And from Sidewinders; Adults $5.00, kids free and with full canteen facilities…. see you trackside!

And from the AJS MTC; Entries are still open and will be taken on the day – get in a warm up before TROY Series SA 2020 kicks off in March!

SIDEWINDERS U16 JUNIOR SPEEDWAY’S ‘BLAST FROM THE PAST’ MEETING

WHEN: Saturday, February 29th, from 5.30pm

WHERE: Sidewinders U16 Junior Speedway, Eighth Street Wingfield

CONTACT: Meredith Sterry; 0410256992

AJS MTC’s DYNAMIC TRIALS SERIES – ROUND 5

WHEN: Sunday, March 1st from 9.30am to 2.00pm

WHERE: MSA Junior Development Park, North Terrace Wingfield

CONTACT: Peter Arnold; 0438 100 310

       

         

“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 22 & 23

Filed Under: Motocross, News, Road Racing, SA Women in Motorcycling, SAMX Championship, Speedway

“#WHATSONWEDNESDAY!” THE ACTION FOR THIS WEEKEND; FEB 22 & 23

This weekend sees 2 great events to sink your teeth into, covering 2 disciplines of our sport and in different parts of the state – with another great weekend’s spectating on offer – plus there is a Ride Day on at Mac Park on Saturday as well!

Let’s have a look at what’s on offer ……………

ROUND 1, 2020 EP SERIES (MOTOCROSS)

HEAD WEST YOUNG MEN – AND WOMEN – HEAD WEST!

The small, but mighty EP Series along with the host clubs, West Coast (Ceduna), Port Lincoln, Whyalla and, for the first time in approximately 6 years, Kimba, welcome all to the 2020 Eyre Peninsula (EP) Series, with Round 1 for 2020 kicking things off this Saturday in Ceduna!

Remember only $50.00 entry fee to race – get in quick to see if they are still open!
Free camping at the track all weekend, and a $10.00 ‘barbie’ tea Saturday night, with a few beverages also available, with everyone having all day Sunday to get home, this is the ideal way to enjoy the social aspect of our great sport.

The West Coast MCC are looking forward to seeing all attend the 2020 Series and they thank all for helping to keep this great series going.

ENTRANCE FEE: Spectators $10.00 a car or $5.00 a person. If no one is found to man the gate then there will be a donation tin at the counter for those that’d like to make a contribution

The West Coast members wish all a safe drive over and look forward to seeing everyone trackside on Saturday!

The West Coast MCC would also like to express their appreciation to the following businesses and people for renewing their gate/club sponsorship for the upcoming season. Please support the businesses that support them.

✅ Ceduna Auto Pro
✅ Jon Mullan Building
✅ Ceduna Gateway Tax
✅ Ceduna Meat Service
✅ Ceduna Oysterbarn
✅ Shelley Beach Caravan Park
✅ Ceduna Paint N Panel
✅ Sonya And Troy Degner
✅ Ceduna 4evafit
✅ Penalumba (Mahar Family)
✅Jacob Vincent
✅ Ceduna Foodland

And would like to welcome and thank for joining this year in sponsorship
✅ Ceduna Car Wash

ROUND 3 2020 SIDECAR SUPER SERIES.

The action at the first 2 rounds of the 2020 Sidecar Super Series has been red hot, and the culmination of the Series this Saturday night should be no different – so grab the family and head down to Gillman for another great night of speedway action.

Gates Open 5.00pm, Racing 7.00pm

Adults $25.00, Concession $20.00,

Child 12 to U16 $5.00, Children U12 FREE.

Family $55.00 (2 Adults, 4 Children)

GILLMAN SPEEDWAY Wilkins Rd GILLMAN.

Parking and entrance: Patrons can enter via gates at the western and eastern ends of the venue. There are free off-street parking areas near both gates.

Gates open: at 5.00pm with free spectator access to the pits until closed to the public for practice and racing.

RIDE DAY AT MAC PARK MOUNT GAMBIER

What is a Ride Day at Mac Park?

In a word, AWESOME!

It’s pretty much impossible to exploit even a fraction of what your motorcycle is capable of on the road these days without significant risk to your licence, not to mention safety with increased traffic, deteriorating road conditions, and the unpredictability of what may lie around the corner.

Ride days allow you to dictate how fast you go and enjoy your bike’s capabilities in a way they were designed to be used.

You do not need a race bike, or even sports bike, to enjoy riding on the track.

With graded groups we cater for everyone – from the seasoned racer to complete novice.

A day on track will cost $130 ($80 junior) while our 2-day events cost $240 ($150 junior).

Camping at the track is available for $10 per person per night, under 16 free

The canteen is open for breakfast and lunch and offers a wide range of menu items.

We pride ourselves on running family friendly events with plenty of track time and a great atmosphere, an atmosphere we guarantee you will be unlikely to find at any other racetrack!

Contact Email for all details: info@macparkraceway.org.au

       

VALE NATHAN WALMSLEY #9

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SAMX Championship

On behalf of Motorcycling SA, all of our affiliated clubs and our/their members, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Mark & Vanessa Walmsley, their family and friends on the passing of their son/brother/mate, Nathan.

A young man taken well before his time.

Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
RIP#9

ROBYN KITCHEN APPOINTED MOTOCROSS SPORTS MANAGER

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SA Women in Motorcycling, SAMX Championship

Motorcycling SA President, Mr Brenton Matters, along with the Motorcycling SA Board have appointed Mrs Robyn Kitchen as the Sports Manager for Motocross for the next 2 years.

With time of the essence to put all in place for the 2020 season, and at all levels, Robyn starts her appointment immediately, and is in fact, already at the helm preparing for 2020.

Motorcycling SA are excited by Robyn’s appointment and are looking forward to working closely with her and her committee to promote and grow motocross across the state. We wish her the best for the next 2 years.

Any and all questions and queries can be forwarded direct to the SAMX Sports Manager at; samx@motorcyclingsa.org.au  

 

2020 SAMX CHAMPIONSHIP & SELECTED MAJOR DATES RELEASED

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SAMX Championship

Motorcycling South Australia is please to announce the release of the 2020 South Australian Motocross Championship dates, with a 3 round series to decide the 2020 Championship.

With the 2020 AJMX to be held in QLD in July, the planning was to have as many rounds before hand, and in the end it was these 3 rounds which will be the 2020 Championship.

Other dates already locked in for 2020 is the annual trek to Port Pirie for the King of the Gulf event, which will also likely feature the Prince and Classic King of the Gulf events, as well as the 2020 SA Women’s Cup for MX.

The Levis MCC have also moved their ‘Scramble’ to later in the season to avoid other events meaning the 2020 SA Classic Scramble Championships will be held on Sunday, October 18th. 

Venues will be released soon, as will a fuller calendar, so stay tuned.

 

2020 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIPS & SELECTED MAJOR DATES

2020 SA MX CHAMPIONSHIPS

ROUND 1         SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MARCH 28 & 29

ROUND 2         SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 16 & 17

ROUND 3         SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 13 & 14

WOMEN’S MA COME & TRY DAY            SUN APRIL 5 GILLMAN  

AUSTRALIAN JUNIOR MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIPS;        6TH – 11TH JULY, ROCKHAMPTON, QLD

2020 KING OF THE GULF;                          11-12 APRIL, PORT PIRIE

2020 SA CLASSIC CHAMPIONSHIPS         18 OCTOBER, ACUSA PARK

AIMEE BULTER TO TAKE ON THE KIWIS IN 2020 AS PART OF THE GO GIRL RACING AUSTRALIA TEAM

Filed Under: Motocross, News, SA Women in Motorcycling, SAMX Championship

AIMEE BULTER TO TAKE ON THE KIWIS IN 2020 AS PART OF THE GO GIRL RACING AUSTRALIA TEAM

In what is fantastic news for Motorcycling SA, SA Women in Motorcycling, SA Motocross and our sport in general – SA has yet another rider about to head overseas to follow her dream – this time it’s Aimee Butler from Port Augusta, who joins the likes of Connor Hogan, Sofie Kraft, Liam May, Lillie Yiatrou and Alex Larwood, among others, who have headed overseas well before their 18th birthday!


In 2019 Aimee is one of six Junior female Motocross riders selected Australia wide to join and represent the Go Girl Racing Australia Motocross Team in 2020, team riders consist of Aimee Butler 15 years old SA, Taylor Thompson 14 years old NSW, Charli Cannon 14 years old QLD, Hayley Ball 11 years old QLD, Rayne Alefosio 12 years old NSW and Brooke Ball 8 years old QLD. 

Go Girl Racing Australia supports the growth and development of our top Female riders in Motocross and provides opportunities for up and coming female athletes to compete around Australia and internationally. An opportunity that currently does not exist for females in Motocross.

Aimee is currently training with Go Girl Racing Australia as part of their progressive coaching initiative alongside Team coach Greg Moss in the lead up to heading to compete in New Zealand in January 2020. 

The above pic shows Aimee (#512) getting the holeshot at the recent AJMX held at Gillman

The team will be competing at the King of the Mountain in the Taranaki and Woodville GP Oceania Challenge. Each Australian rider is paired with a New Zealand competitor and the points are calculated as to who will take home the cup.  In 2019 Australia won the Oceania challenge by one point and we hope to lead the challenge again in 2020 with a strong Junior female team.

The Team will begin by racing at the King of the Mountain in the Taranaki, prior to racing in Woodville NZ. The GGRA Team will then be participating in and promoting a two day coaching clinic at Taranaki Club, this clinic is aimed at increasing the engagement of NZ female motocross riders and proving an opportunity for all riders to train with some of Australia’s top Junior female MX riders.

Aimee Butler’s selection was based on many factors including performance, consistency and dedication to supporting the growth and development of females in Motocross but most importantly sportsmanship and her ongoing commitment to supporting all females in MX, says Nicole McIntyre President of Go Girl Racing Australia.

And says Aimee, “I have been given an amazing opportunity, to be a part of the Go Girl Racing Australia (GGRA) female development team.

The GGRA have taken six of us girls and made our dreams come true, to be able to travel with our racing and represent the GGRA and female’s in motocross is really exciting and I can’t wait!”

All in SA wish Aimee all the best and look forward to seeing how her, and all of Team Australia go against the Kiwis early next year

Photos courtesy of GGRA & Peter Taylor Photos