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2024 SAMX Championship Round 5 Results: South Coast Sets the Stage for Final Championship Battles

September 18, 2024 Filed Under: Motocross, News, State Championship

After four rounds of action-packed racing across SA, the 2024 SA Motocross Championships came to a head last weekend at South Coast Motocross Club. With most championship overalls still up for grabs accross the stacked field of senior and junior classes, the stakes were higher than ever, setting the stage for a dramatic winner-takes-all final round. So without further ado, let’s take a quick look at the provisional results from the weekend –

Full results of the weekend:

Saturday’s Juniors – HERE.
Sunday’s Seniors – HERE.

Article images thanks Eric McConnochie. Reach out if you want to purchase any of these Championship action shots.

Sunday 15 September

Pro MX 1 & Pro MX 2

With PROM MX 1 & 2 combining for an epic showdown, it was Victoria’s Joel Milesevic who stole the spotlight, securing a commanding win across all three races ahead of championship leader Siegah Ward & Liam Mason in third.

Will Carpenter sealed his 2024 ProMX 2 Championship win dominantly, taking a clean points sweep to win the ProMX 2 class. Close behind was Daniel Watkins, who battled hard to secure second place, narrowly edging out Caleb Walker for the overall third spot by just two points. With the Championship second and third-place contenders Noah Ferguson & Mitch Norris missing South Coast, Walker squeezed past to narrowly take over the provisional Championship second place thanks to his weekend’s efforts.

Women All-Powers

Making her SAMX Championship debut in the final round, Victoria’s Emma Milesevic made an immediate impact. She took the lead in Heat 1 and, despite facing challenges from reigning SA Champion Amy Bartsch in Heat 2, Milesevic swept all three heats to secure the Round 5 victory. While Bartsch finished second in the round, she clinched the 2024 Women All Powers SAMX Championship, edging out Emma Haylock, who took third in Round 5. With yet another SA Championship added to her impressive resume and no signs of slowing down, it remains to be seen whether Bartsch will return in 2025 to defend her streak.

Expert All-Powers

Continuing her winning streak from the Women’s All Powers Class, Emma Milesevic brought her competitive edge to the Expert All Powers division. After a close second place in Heat 1, she dominated the final two heats to secure the Round 5 class win. The battle for second and third place was intense, with Championship leader Aaron Van Zetten ultimately taking silver despite a challenging start. After finishing fifth in Heat 1, Van Zetten recovered with third and second-place finishes in Heats 2 and 3. Jayden Hank, who clinched victory in Heat 1 but faced challenges with two sixth-place finishes in the subsequent heats, ultimately secured third place on the podium. Meanwhile, Lucas Brereton, a top contender for Round 5, saw his weekend take a turn after a crash in Heat 3, despite strong performances with third and second places in the earlier heats.

150/250cc 13-U16Yrs

Rounding out the 150/250cc 13-U16Yrs class Championship would see a battle royal unfold between Cambell Cadd, Noah Rochow & Jayke Hansen for those last Championship points. Cambell Cadd started strong with a Heat 1 victory over Noah Rochow and Jayke Hansen. However, Noah Rochow demonstrated consistent performance, securing the Round 5 win with two second-place finishes and a first. Cambell Cadd, despite his Heat 1 win, had an unfortunate mid-race mistake in Heat 2, placing him third, and finished second in the final heat. Jayke Hansen rounded out the round 5 podium thanks to his third, first, and third heat finishes.

Clubman

Entering the Round 5 South Coast finale with a strong lead, Ian Ellis appeared poised to secure the Clubman 2024 Championship. However, as always, the unpredictability of racing meant anything could happen after the gate drop. Jayden Hank made a push for the championship points with a decisive Heat 1 win, finishing ahead of Ellis and Lashford. Despite the shifting positions and intense competition throughout the class, Ellis maintained his consistency to win Round 5 and clinch the 2024 Championship. Thomas Horn finished second in Round 5, while Archer Colwill rounded out the podium in third.

Vets 35-44Yrs & Vets 45+

Charlie Hollis claimed top honours in the Vets 45+ class, securing the 2024 Championship with a flawless performance, winning all three heats over the weekend. Darren Averay finished second in the championship standings, while Anthony Slade, who was seventh in the overall championship, earned third place in Round 5 with a consistent 3-3-3 heat scorecard.

Despite closing the gap in the Vets 35Yrs-44Yrs Championship to just 15 points, Bradliegh Thompson was unable to surpass Warren Carrol for the Round 5 win or the overall Championship. Carrol delivered an exceptional weekend of racing, securing both the Round 5 victory and the overall top spot. Thompson finished second for both the round and the championship, while Craig Hepburn rounded out the podium in third place.

Saturday 14 September

100-125cc 13-U16Yrs

Demonstrating his mastery of the track at South Coast, Kye Little had an exceptional weekend, fending off strong competition from Joshua Whitehorn to secure the Round 5 win. The battle for the top was intense, with Dylan Groball finishing second in Round 5. His performance puts him in a strong position to potentially take over the 2024 Championship lead if the standings among the top four remain unchanged.

Great Southern Security 150/250cc 12-U16Yrs Girls

With Emily Lambert missing the final round due to injury, the championship race became more competitive. Danielle Churchett seized this opportunity, putting herself in a strong position by finishing third in Heat 1 and winning Round 5 with two first-place finishes. Her impressive performance set her up to take over the championship overall once the results are finalized. Ava Sparrow narrowly missed out on the win, finishing second in the round by just one point with her 1-2-2 heat scores. Tahlia Felton secured third place for Round 5, holding off a strong challenge from Amelia Gwiazda.

85/150cc S/W 12-U16Yrs

In a thrilling conclusion to the 85/150cc S/W 12-U16Yrs SAMX Championship, Dylan Gromball and Declan Smart went all out for the final round. Smart secured an early lead with a win in Heat 1, but Gromball responded with strong performances in the next two heats, ultimately winning Round 5 and the Championship overall. Xavier Freeborn showcased consistency across the weekend, finishing third in Round 5.

Great Southern Security 85cc 11-U16Yrs Girls

Continuing their strong performances from the Round 4 Ceduna event, Maddi Bahnisch and Lacey Thompson dominated the weekend’s heats. Bahnisch took an early lead with a win in Heat 1, but Thompson responded with a victory in Heat 2. Unfortunately, Bahnisch did not compete in the final Heat 3, allowing Thompson to secure both the final Heat win, Round 5 overall & 2024 Championship victory. Matilda Ryan’s steady third-place finishes in all heats earned her second place for Round 5, just ahead of Paige Kitchen.

85/150cc S/W 9-U12Yrs

Mason Ezergailis and championship leader Riley Mullen went head-to-head in a thrilling showdown, with Mason narrowly edging out Riley by just 0.912 seconds in a dramatic Heat 2 finish. Mason’s efforts secured him the round win, while Koby Binnion put in a strong performance to claim third place for the weekend. With Mullen’s second-place weekend finish, he now has locked down the 2024 class championship.

65cc 10-12Yrs

Mason Ezergailis and Riley Mullen continued their bar-to-bar battle in the 65cc 10-U12Yrs class, with Mullen entering the weekend aiming for his second championship of 2024. Despite a similar outcome to their 85cc to 150cc class showdown, where Ezergailis dominated all heats to take the round win, Mullen had done enough throughout the season to secure the overall 65cc 10-U12Yrs Championship. Lachlan Murdoch rounded out the Round 5 podium in third place, holding strong despite Brax Chittleborough edging ahead in Heat 3.

65cc 7-9Yrs

With only 10 points separating Kobe Smart and Bailey Thompson heading into the final round, Kobe knew the pressure was on to secure the Championship, and he delivered in dominant fashion. Smart claimed victory in all three heats, locking down the overall and leaving the remaining podium spots up for grabs. Rory Walter stepped up to take second place with consistent finishes of 4-2-2, narrowly edging out Bailey Thompson, whose steady third-place efforts throughout the weekend secured him the final spot on the podium.

50cc 7-U9Yrs

Entering the final round with an unassailable lead and the 2024 50cc Championship already secured, Oliver Thredgold set his sights on finishing the season with one more victory. However, it wouldn’t come easy, as Carter Williamson put up a strong fight. While Thredgold claimed the win in the first heat, Williamson took control of the remaining heats to secure the overall Round 5 win and elevate himself to second place in the Championship standings, ahead of Leo Williamson. Kade Chittleborough’s consistent third-place performances throughout the weekend earned him the final spot on the Round 5 podium, capping off a stacked 2024 SAMX Championship.

Rockhopping SA – GASGAS 2024 SA Trial Championship: The Ultimate Showdown at Mt Pleasant!

September 12, 2024 Filed Under: News, State Championship, Trials

As the 2024 SA Trial season reaches its thrilling finale, the Juventus MCC is excited to bring the Rockhopping SA – GASGAS 2024 SA Trial Championship to Mt Pleasant on September 14th and 15th. This highly anticipated event will showcase South Australia’s top trial riders alongside leading competitors from across Australia, all vying for the prestigious 2024 SA Championships.

The weekend promises an exhilarating display of trial riding talent. With 20 senior riders and 19 juniors set to compete across the two days, expect intense action and fierce competition. In addition to these competitive classes, a range of non-competitive riders will also participate, highlighting the diverse skill range of South Australia’s top trialists.

The excitement ramps up with NSW’s multiple Australian Champion and Australian representative, Colin Zarczynski, competing in Trial 1, while Aaron Long and Grant Stephen will go head-to-head in Trial 2. Over the two action-packed days, 17 junior trial stars will showcase their skills across Junior A, B Open, and Trial 1-3 classes. Don’t miss the chance to see rising talents like Cooper Harry, Eve Bentley, and Haydon Barwick in action, alongside 2023 winners Kody Irrgang (Trial 4), Lucinda Cowan (Junior Women), Isaac Schultz (Junior A), and Cadance Long (Junior B Women), all aiming to make their mark at Mt Pleasant.

With so much on the line and a diverse lineup of riders, the Rockhopping SA – GASGAS SA 2024 Trial Championship is set to deliver an unforgettable weekend of trial riding.

Adrian Harry, a long-time supporter of the Rockhopping SA – GASGAS SA Trial Championship and Juventus MCC member, shared his enthusiasm for the event:

“Yeah, it’s awesome to host the 2-day 2024 SA Championship. On a good note, our state is strong, with Australia’s best in male and female classes. However, date clashes mean they are overseas competing in the Trials des Nations, leaving the Championship open for the taking. We have expert rider and ex-Aussie champ Colin Zarczynski from NSW, who will be expected to lead the way. We also have a strong field of juniors in SA who will be right there with him, watching every move.

Biased opinion alert: we have the most varied property in the state, with sections including logs, big and small, arena-style sections over cable reels and concrete pipes, and a sandpit-type section with no rock steps where the top 3 classes will tackle the same line. Full catering and camping will be onsite, so I’m looking forward to hearing all the ‘woulda, coulda, shoulda’ stories around the campfire Saturday evening!”

The 2024 SA Trial Championships promise an incredible weekend of trial riding! With free entry for spectators across both days & fully homemade catering, there’s no better place to be. Join us from 9 am on Saturday and 8:30 am on Sunday at the Mount Pleasant Venue, 736 Angas Valley Road. Bring your family and immerse yourselves in the thrilling competition and vibrant atmosphere as we celebrate the end of an extraordinary season. Don’t miss the chance to witness some of the best riders in action and enjoy a weekend full of family fun!

Images thanks to Damian Cravero.

Champions Rise at the 2024 SA Dirt Track Championships

September 11, 2024 Filed Under: Dirt Track, News, State Championship

The 2024 SA Dirt Track Championships roared into action on Sunday, September 8th, at the Mud N Tars MCC Day Road Dirt Track Circuit. Taking centre stage, former SA Champions lined up once again against the rising stars of the sport for a full day of bar-to-bar action. One thing was certain from the outset: the competition would be as close as ever for the 2024 Championship glory.

With 45 riders and 80 bikes from various racing disciplines converging on Victor Harbor, the stakes were high. Each competitor was driven by the desire to claim SA Championship glory and secure a place on the prestigious trophy alongside past champions.

Mud N Tars MCC President Wade Sweet reflected on the day, saying, “What an awesome day of racing at the South Australian Dirt Track Championship, with close to full gates in some of our Junior classes. We had entrants from as far as NSW come to compete against South Australia’s best dirt track riders. Dirt Track is certainly not dead in our state, and we look forward to bringing this event back as a twilight race under lights in 2025.”

A huge congratulations to all the competitors for an incredible day of racing, with a special recognition for those who etched their names into the history books as the 2024 champions!

Full results breakdown of the day below:

Seniors

Pro 450 – (250cc 2 Stroke & 450cc 4 Stroke)

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Kyle Machin	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Liam May	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Riley Plum	20	20	18	20	78	3rd
James Hayden	18	18	20	18	74
Peter Martin	14	16	16	16	62
Harry Wright	16	DNS	DNS	DNS	16
Jayden Roberts	15	DNS	DNS	DNS	15

Pro 250 – (100-150cc 2 Stroke & 200-250cc 4 Stroke)

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Tyler Battams	25	25	25	20	95	1st
Riley Plum	18	18	22	25	83	2nd
Jayden Roberts	22	22	18	18	80	3rd
Harry Sadler	20	15	20	22	77
Chloe Ackerley	14	16	15	15	60
Daniel Parker	12	16	13	14	55
Casey Clarke	15	20	16	DNF	51
Matthew Paterson	13	DNF	14	16	43
Harry Wright	16	DNF	DNS	DNS	16

Pro Open Women

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Chloe Ackerley	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Kristy Schultz	20	22	20	22	84	2nd
Tammy Maul-Dunn	22	20	22	20	84	3rd
Jamie Gwiazda	18	18	18	18	72

MX Open

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Kyle Machin	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Tyler Battams	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Harry Sadler	18	18	20	20	76	3rd
Riley Plum	20	20	18	18	76
James Hayden	15	15	15	16	61
Casey Clarke	14	16	16	15	61
Peter Martin	12	14	DNS	14	40
Daniel Parker	13	13	DNS	13	39
Jayden Roberts	16	DNS	DNS	DNS	16

Veterans 40+

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Shane Church	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Julian Timmis	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Adrian Clarke	16	20	20	20	76	3rd
Shannon James	15	18	18	18	69
Dean Maul-Dunn	20	DNS	DNS	DNS	20
Robert Stout	18	DNS	DNS	DNS	18
Tammy Maul-Dunn	DNS	DNS	DNS	DNS

Pre 1985 All-Powers

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Shane Church	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Robert Hayden	20	20	22	22	84	2nd
James Hayden	22	22	20	20	84	3rd
Dean Maul-Dunn	DNS	DNS	DNS	DNS

Pre 1975 126cc & above

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Robert Hayden	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Jamie Gwiazda	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Dean Maul-Dunn	DNS	DNS	DNS	DNS

Pre 1975 Up to 125cc

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Robert Hayden	25	22	25	DNS	75	1st
James Hayden	22	22	22	DNS	66	2nd

Juniors

100cc to 150cc 2-stroke & 200cc to 250cc 4-stroke 13-U16 Years

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Tommy Wright	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Hayley Ackerley	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Ryder Sweet	20	20	18	20	78	3rd
Connor Machin	18	18	20	18	74
Darcey Timmis	13	14	16	16	59
Hayden Clarke	16	16	13	14	59
Clayton Turnbull/Clifford	14	13	14	13	54
Lukas Hill	14	13	14	13	54

Air-Cooled Junior All-Powers (11-U16 Years)

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Darcey Timmis	25	25	25	22	97	1st
Cody Maul-Dunn	22	22	22	25	91	2nd
Tahli Sweet	20	20	20	20	80	3rd

85cc 2-stroke & 150cc 4-stroke 12-U16

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Tommy Wright	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Harley Ackerley	22	22	22	20	86	2nd
Connor Machin	20	16	20	22	78	3rd
Archie Schmidt	18	20	18	18	74
Tyler Rasmussen	16	18	16	16	66

85cc 2-stroke & 150cc 4-stroke – Girls 11-U16

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Cody Maul-Dunn	25	25	25	25	100	1st

85cc 2-stroke & 150cc 4-stroke 9-U13

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Blake Schlein	25	22	25	25	97	1st
Cooper McGully	20	20	20	22	82	2nd
Brody Ford	22	25	22	nel	69	3rd
Ambrose Fraser	15	15	18	20	68
Jaikob Wright	16	18	16	18	68
Riley Reed	18	16	15	16	65
Jordin Wright	14	14	14	15	57

Air-Cooled 80cc 2 str/110cc 4 str (7-U11 Years)

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Blake Schlein	25	25	25	22	97	1st
Chase Maul-Dunn	22	22	22	25	91	2nd
Angus Nankivell	18	18	20	20	76	3rd
Jimmy Zacharia	20	20	18	16	74
Riley Frencham	16	16	16	18	66

65cc 2-stroke 9-U13

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Blake Schlein	25	25	25	25	100	1st
Chase Maul-Dunn	22	22	22	22	88	2nd
Ryleigh McGregor	20	16	20	20	76	3rd
Brody Ford	20	20	16	14	70
Riley Stout	16	18	15	18	67
Cooper McCully	15	15	18	16	64
Ambrose Fraser	14	14	14	15	57
Ryder Twyford	18	12	12	12	54
Riley Reed	13	13	13	13	52

65cc 2-stroke 7-U9

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Zac Salmon	25	25	25	20	95	1st
Jimmy Zacharia	22	22	22	25	91	2nd
Angus Nankivell	20	20	20	22	82	3rd
Curtis Sanders	16	18	18	18	70
Juviner Gannon	18	16	16	16	66
Nate Sadler	15	15	15	15	60

50cc Auto 7-U9

	R1	R2	R3	R4	Total	Placing
Zac Salmon	20	25	25	25	95	1st
Angus Nankivell	25	22	20	20	87	2nd
Javier Gannon	22	20	22	22	86	3rd
Hugh Nankivell	18	16	16	16	66
Riley Frencham	DNF	18	18	18	54

50cc Demo (Non-Competitive) 4-U9

Kolby Schultz

Greysen Fraser

Oliver Lyas

Finnley Glynn

Jack Seagren

Jaxon Rasmussen

Hugh Nankivell

Countdown to the 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship: Excitement and Dirt Track Competition Await!

September 5, 2024 Filed Under: Dirt Track, News, State Championship

This Sunday, September 8th, the highly anticipated 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship returns as Mud N Tars MCC unleashes the excitement at the Day Road Dirt Track Circuit. With 45 riders and 80 bikes from SA, NSW, and VIC already locked in, and entries still open until Friday, September 6th, the competition promises to be tighter than ever. With such a fierce lineup, each contender will need to bring their best as they fight for the prestigious State Championship title.

Competitors:

After narrowly missing out on the 2023 Pro 450 Championship title, Kyle Machin returns with renewed determination to claim the crown in 2024. However, with seasoned competitors like Liam May, Victoria’s Riley Plum, and NSW’s Jayden Roberts all eyeing the top spot, the path to victory will be anything but easy.

With the 250cc class heating up, reigning champion Casey Clarke is ready to take charge and push his championship run into 2024.

Joining the talented lineup this weekend, SA’s Jamie Gwiazda and Kirsty Schults are set to dominate the Pro Women’s Class, while Julian Timmis and Robert Stout will prove that age and experience go hand in hand in the Veterans 40+ class. Meanwhile, the relentless James Hayden and Tyler Battams are gearing up for a fierce showdown against 2023 Junior Champion Harry Sadler, who is making his debut in senior competition for 2024.

Adding to the weekend’s buzz, more than 35 junior racers will provide a thrilling glimpse into the future of the sport. Among them, Archie Schmidt is trading in his road bike for some dirt track action as he returns to defend his 85cc 2-stroke and 150cc 4-stroke Championship titles. But with a stacked field of competition, including rising star Connor Machin, the battle for the top spot is far from guaranteed. Will Archie steal the show once again, or will the fierce competition have something to say about that?

Rounding out the weekend’s stacked lineup of classes, an aspiring group of 50cc demo non-comp riders will take to the track, soaking up all the excitement and atmosphere of a state championship before making their entrance into competitions in the coming years.

Images by Eric McConnochie.

Where:

Witness all the 2024 SA Dirt Track Championship action at the Mud N Tars MCC Day Road Dirt Track Circuit, located at 13 Day Rd, Victor Harbor SA.

Start planning your trip – HERE.

Spectator information:

Enjoy all the action of a full day of dirt track racing with free entry for all spectators—making it a perfect day out for the whole family! Arrive early to secure the best spots, as the gates open at 7:30 a.m. and all the action kicks off at 9:30 a.m.

Mud N Tars will keep everyone well-fed throughout the day, offering bacon and egg sandwiches at the canteen. For the adults, the bar will open from mid-morning.

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Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship – SAPMAC MCC Brings the Round 5 River Murray Trial Action to Palmer

September 2, 2024 Filed Under: News, Reliability, State Championship

Anticipation reached a fever pitch as SAPMAC MCC hosted the penultimate round of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championships at Palmer. Riders approached the demanding course with unwavering focus, knowing that the final sprint to the finish was just around the corner. Despite the rain leading up to the event, the track became a challenging battleground, with loose, dusty sections keeping competitors on edge. Coupled with a persistent, gusty wind, the two-lap daytime challenge tested both endurance and skill, making those critical Round 5 Championship points even more elusive. As the competition heats up further, let’s delve into the Round 5 provisional results.

The battle for the Solo Overall top spot was intense between Royden Harrold and Charlie Milton, with Harrold taking the early lead in lap 1, followed by Milton and Toby Lewis. Milton quickly found his rhythm on the Palmer course, clocking the provisional fastest time in the second lap. However, Harrold’s strong performance in lap 1 proved decisive, earning him the overall win by just 5 points. Toby Lewis held his position in the top three, trailing second-place Milton by 33 points to secure third place comfortably ahead of Cody Schiller.

*Daniel Plowman & Bradley Brook Charging to the Sidecar Provisional Win – Image by SkidMark Photos.*

*Bradley Hunter and Haydon Ahrens – Image by Team Thomas Racing.*

Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook delivered an outstanding performance at Palmer, capturing their first podium of 2024 with a well-deserved Round 5 Open Sidecar Overall victory. They established a commanding lead with an impressive lap 1 advantage of 88 points over Ben Mayne and Shaun Buckley. Despite a strong push from Mayne and Buckley in lap 2, they were unable to overtake the resolute Plowman and Brook, who held firm to secure the win. In the race for third place, Shaun Blenkiron and Nathan Saegenschnitter, currently third in the Open Sidecar Championship, showed a strong lap 1 performance. However, Bradley Hunter and Haydon Ahrens delivered a blistering second lap, ultimately claiming third place on the Round 5 podium with a decisive margin of 81 points.

SkidMark Photos, SandPlow Photography, and Team Thomas Racing were all trackside, capturing some nail-biting action. Head to their profiles to check out all the photos and purchase those Round 5 moments. Cover Photo thanks to Team Thomas Racing.

To catch up on all the Round 5 provisional results, click HERE.

As we shift our focus to the grand finale of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship, Clare MCC is gearing up to host Round 6: The Beryl Pearce Trial. Scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024, this final showdown promises to be electric as Championship contenders make their last stand in Clare.

Preview: River Murray Trial – A Test of Determination at Round 5 of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Championship

August 29, 2024 Filed Under: News, Reliability, State Championship

As the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championships near their penultimate round, anticipation is mounting for the SAPMAC MCC’s River Murray Trial this Saturday, 31st August. The loamy Murray Mallee stages are set to test the mettle of 149 determined riders, each prepared to push themselves and their bikes to the absolute limit. With rain in the forecast, the competition could see unexpected twists as riders battle for those crucial late-season Championship points.

Adding to the excitement, riders will once again set off on their Round 5 journey from the familiar backdrop of the Palmer Main control, while new stages introduced for 2024 promise fresh challenges. It’s shaping up to be a massive day for reliability trial fans, young and old.

Entry List:

Sam Nenasheff, the current leader of the 2024 Solo Outright Championship, will be seeking every opportunity to extend his lead and solidify his claim to the title. However, this won’t be an easy task, as Clinton Voigt trails by just 5 points heading into Round 5. With Voigt’s previous successes in the River Murray Trial, there is a real possibility we could see a new Championship leader emerge after the weekend. Shane Diener remains firmly in the top 3 mix, aiming for the second-place overall spot.

In the sidecar class, Ross Watson and Cooper Winter will lead a strong field, closely followed by Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook. Adding to the excitement, the current second-place Championship duo, Michael Kerin and Joshua Schutz, are poised to deliver a fantastic performance this weekend.

Round 5 promises to be thrilling, with Jake Henderson and Liam McConnell gearing up to compete in the Clubman Open 2 Stroke class, joining an already impressive lineup. In the Women All Powers Championship, Chloe Barton is fiercely pursuing the 2024 title and will face strong competition from Sofie Kraft. The event will also feature masters, veterans, and a substantial field of expert sidecars and solos. Additionally, fans can look forward to seeing classic Pre-1990 bikes showcasing their timeless charm on the course.

Check out the full rider list – HERE.

*Liam McConnell – Image by Damian Cravero Photography.*

Where & Spectator Key Info:

At the Palmer Oval Main Control, spectators will find a hub of activity and excitement throughout the day. The Mid Murray CFS will be on hand to provide hot food and cold drinks, ensuring everyone stays refreshed and energized. Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or taking a break from the action, the Main Control will be the perfect spot to enjoy the day’s events. With South Australia’s top Reliability Trial riders tackling a challenging and diverse course, this is a day you won’t want to miss.

The SA Reliability Trial Championship is proud to feature exceptional stages set against beautiful scenery on private properties. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the event, except for service animals.

Plan out your trip – HERE.

Live Timing:

Keep up with the Championship results as they happen, no matter where you are on the course, by following live timing:

Go to sartchampionship.au and follow the “LIVE TIMING” links.
Scan the QR code in the program or at Main Control.
Live timing viewing will be available on screen at Main Control.

Results:

Once it’s all said and done, the results will be published on the SART Championship Series website. Results will be provisional for 5 days after publication to allow competitors to review them. After 5 days, they will be locked in and final. For Supplementary Regulations, the latest news, and more, please visit sartchampionship.com.

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