Mick.....you asked for it, so here ya go!

I know you were teasing, but Spyke's seems to be the place for KTM around here.  Reads tracks are a sea of orange somedays.  Thanks to Spyke's for their valued support of many area racers!

Sweet 16/Round 2 State Race

A few from Sweet 16. 

 I'd wave back, but a little busy;)

 Brogan Guyer has a rough couple days.  I hope he's doing ok.

Paden Hudson has improved a great deal this season.  Keep an eye on this young rider.

I want to thank the staff at Reads Racing for allowing me to photograph all of you.  It has been a pleasure.  My schedule has me in Illinois and southern Indiana the rest of the season.  I will see you all again next spring.

A little primer on how things work for us.....

I spent this past weekend checking out a couple tracks and watching races.   See below for a few shots from the AHRMA National at Log Road MX and I may add in a few from Badlands Off Road Park later this week.  Please be aware that none of these pictures are for sale.

Why?  I must have permission from the track owner or promoter (sometimes both); whichever the case may be.  Many people assume that you can just show up at a track or any other sporting event, take and sell pictures.  Not the case.  Take all the pictures you want, but not for profit unless you have been cleared by management.  It is private property even though a public event.  This is even trickier ground when doing school sports (especially college level), but I won't get into that here.

Some tracks/series contract with photographers to cover all or most of their events.  I will not even think of trying to undermine another photographers contract!  Don't want someone doing that to me and I won't stoop to that level.  Will I pitch my services to the owner and try to generate future business?  Heck yeah.  I like to eat just like eveyones else reading this.  I will not however post pictures for sale knowing that another photographer has exclusive rights to cover that event or the owner/promoter has denied me permission.

So, just remember when you see me out at a new track you may not be able to purchase those pictures from me. 

AHRMA at Log Road

Took a trip up to Log Road MX to see some Vintage racing and catch up with PBP rider Stan Stables.  Due to the Regional at Crossroads I wasn't able to attend the AHRMA National at Lincoln Trail this year.  Hopefully the schedule will work out next year.

Stan didn't have a great day on the track, but hey it happens.  Better luck next time Stan!

Playing catch up

It's been quite awhile since I've added to the blog. Things have been pretty busy around here and just haven't gotten around to it. Let's see; what has been happening the past few weeks.........

Trojan MX Memorial Day weekend was the Buff Daddy/Bad Azz Babe Series. Six, yes 6, races in four days. Wow! Hot as heck and action packed.

A little GP action. I heard there was a turtle in the trail somewhere....hope he survived!

Levi Johnson (404) and Caden Roberts (446) in I think one of the Youth races.

Heading up north is a treat for this quad gal. I get to catch Lindsey Sandel in the quad B class (#714). Lindsey had a great weekend with Saturday night being some of the best racing. She took off after Michael Schooley (#81) and another rider got tangled up in the first turn. Jacob Grover tried several times to make the pass, but Lindsey fought hard. Grover did manage to make it around on the last lap for the win, but I sure give that young lady props for keeping her head.

Next up was a fun trip with Andy and Mary to Perfect North Slopes for an IXCR race.

Andy making it through the "test" section.

Bikes had a nasty slick mess to deal with after heavy rains the day before almost cancelled the race. Yep, those are lift chairs on the upper left.


The Midwest Amateur Championship race at D&D had a good turnout. Nice track with a good mix of sand and loam.

Boone County boy Michael Warmoth. How I never knew Michael in high school is beyond me. You would think growing up in a small town you knew everyone.
Oh well, he's great to watch on the track now!

Derek Landry throws a little sand through the corner.


Crossroads MX held the north central amateur Loretta Lynn Regional. This was my first experience doing such a large race. I was nervous as can be the week prior, but once I hit the track all was fine. Capturing so many talented riders was fun and a challenge.

Jack Lambert celebrated a little early on his way to a 1-1-1 win in Senior 45+

Local rider Ryan Tracy hits the corner with style.

Another Senior 45+ rider, Warren Tyson, was so excited to get his picture taken with trophy girl Julie Gracy. Julie told him he had to make the podium and he fought hard for a 3rd place finish.

Want ruts? You got 'em at Crossroads!

Now, I think we're almost caught up. Last, but not least is Backwoods MX. We don't make it down to Tennyson very often. It sure is a fun track. We always meet new riders and enjoy the common love of MX.

Spencer Louden airing out the KTM.

I didn't get a gate, so names escape me on this one. #457 takes the inside line to get around #704.

Brett Gourley getting in some seat time before Loretta's.

I think that takes us up to the present. PBP will be at Lincoln Trail this weekend for Moto Midwest Series.

Crossroads Saturday

Mother Nature broke out the heat and so did the racers this past weekend. Thankfully the rains missed CRMX and racers could get a chance to get some seat time prior to the Regional.
Brayden Childess was flying in the 50 Sr. class. But not far behind was.....

rookie racer Clayton Whyers. I saw Clayton for the first time at Hoosier Hilltoppers and was impressed with his riding on the slick clay conditions that day. He chased Brayden both days at CR and was gaining ground with each race. Keep it up!

Poor Tucker Thrower had been plaqued with bike problems all week. Thanks to the Boyd's for keeping Tucker on the track.

I just love "racer eyes".

Yes Ryan, I got ya! Looking good as always.

Derrek Boyd, Trevor Lawence, and Quentin Jones put on a heck of a show all day.

Thanks to Crossroads staff for an excellent weekend of racing. We'll be back there for the Regional June 25-27.

New track: Hoosier Hilltoppers

I got word late Saturday night that Backwoods MX had cancelled for Sunday. A quick check around the web to find another race came up with Hoosier Hilltoppers. IVORME is one group I'm having a difficult time catching up with this year. I love vintage bikes! Ah, Honda Elsnore 125. This rider had me missing sponsored rider Stan Stables. Put a tye-die shirt and work gloves on the guy and he'd be his twin!

I almost didn't put this picture up. First time racer in practice, but dad and I could not convince him to go back out. Maybe this will help. Come on little dude. You can do it!

These two put on quite a show the first race. Awesome young riders.

Some high flying Hoosier Hilltoppers action.

Knees in, elbows up, and looking ahead. Nice form.

How this guy stayed so clean is beyond me. Well, helps when you're out in front.

Cloudy skies and rain make for a difficult day behind the camera. I really want to get back to this track under better weather conditions. Very nice place, mostly natural terrain, clean, and great racing. What more could you ask for?

Not much racing going on for us...

We're a little busy with our new grandson. Braiden Thomas arrived on April 13th at 7:51 pm.

mommy and Braiden
Grandpa Andy and some big feet!

One of the very few pictures you'll see of me. Being a Grandma kinda makes getting your picture taken not so bad.

Our bundle of joy.

Ah.....MX bliss

Ok, I must admit I stole that quote from a friend. It does however fit the following shots from Hangtime very well.


Friday during practice with very few riders.

Saturday racing.

I wish more of our local tracks would rut up this nicely.