Monday Conversation: Chad Reed
Monday, February 21, 2011 | 9:20 AM
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PrintWhat a story Chad Reed weaved on Saturday night in San Diego. He took home a somewhat unlikely victory in a stadium that he loves so much. The Honda mounted Reed grabbed the holeshot and kept it on two wheels in some slippery and treacherous conditions to win the whole thing. It was a great ride for the two-two, the man who went out and formed his own team for 2011 when his options for a ride weren’t to his liking. While the rain poured down off and on after the race, I caught up to a very happy Reed by his truck, still in his gear, signing autographs and getting high-fives from what seemed like half the industry.
Racer X: Chad, congratulations on the win, it must feel pretty good.
Chad Reed: It’s a different feeling for sure than my other wins. The last lap I started thinking about, well you’re always thinking about how you can win if you put yourself in position to win, but this one was coming to reality on the last lap and over the triple, I took a look down at my radiator shroud and saw the Two-Two logo and thought, “Wow. That’s pretty cool.’ It’s a pretty cool feeling to have your name on that bike and it could be fun. It’s hard to put into words what the feeling is. That’s what? 39 race wins now?
I think so.
Yeah, so thirty-nine other wins and [with the other ones] it’s what you expect to do. So I’m more proud of the team and the supporters of the team. I understand what it takes on this level to go racing, all the people on the team took a leap of faith to come work for me. You offer them a two-year deal but anything can go south on you at anytime. The economy sucks and all that. The people that came over and believed in me, I was more happy for them than anything else. I’ve won a bunch of races already, but the feeling of having the guys on the team have their first victory is a pretty damm good feeling, to be honest.
Reed was cautious early, but turned it on when it really mattered.
Photo: Garth Milan
Trey Canard passed you early in the race and pulled away a bit, what was going through your mind at that point?
Yeah, Trey was riding well. As soon as he showed me a wheel, I let it happen. I wasn’t comfortable, I was riding cautious and let him by. He had some good lines, some that were more fluid than mine and he was attacking the track better than I was. At that point I was just getting ready to recoup and try to make a run at him again when he washed the front. That was unfortunate for him, but for me it was time to go and I was trying to extend that lead. I saw him crash, tried to sneak around the outside of him and I was just gauging myself off of James. That feels good to say. I was going off of him and it feels nice for him to come over and say that he had nothing for me. Right around lap ten, he had a burst to try and catch me but I responded well, I thought.
I had some great lines out there. Trey showed me some new ones. Thanks Trey! I was just putting it together and I changed my line up in the whoops, I was launching through them and it set me up pretty well. Overall, I’m so happy and proud and complete right now. It’s not one of those wins where you’re like, “Yeah we killed it” but you can get momentum from it. I still need to be faster and better but nothing changes besides gaining some points and winning. These guys are going very fast and I need to go back home and go to work.
What is it about this place (San Diego)? You’re like 6-2 here in your career.
Depends on who you ask, if you ask (David) Vuillemin it might be different but I’m claiming 6-2! I don’t know, I like the vibe here, I love the big stadium and I feel like that’s how supercross should be raced. The track allows for lots of passing, I love the long start straight and it just makes me happy. When I got on the plane I was happy. I had one of the worst heats all year, I got smoked and I didn’t even care. The race that pays the big bucks and the twenty-five points was coming up. We made a few changes, but mainly, for the main it was just an attitude change on my part.
The glory of victory.
Photo: Garth Milan
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Congrats to Reedy. Hopefully the momentum will carry forward so we can see some more battles at the front with Villopoto, Stewart and Dungey.
Congratulations Chad!!!
Great job Chad , way to shut up all the 22 haters...And for Steve the big mattress, how can you say " took home a somewhat unlikely victory " ??? Your such a tool, why dont you go eat some dounuts..........
I love that he could take this win. Chad deserves it with all the hard work he has put into his team. Obviously Chad has great love for this sport to do what he is doing this year. I hope to see the Two Two rig around for many years to come. Congrats Chad
YZF125,
Comments like this do a lot of harm when the industry is looking to attract "mainstream" sponsors to the sport. Vitriol and personal attacks do nothing but make us all look like a bunch of Jerry Springer wannabes.
The article is a good read.
Good job Mr Reed!
glad to see cr22 getter done. had some misfortunes this year hopefully he can put them behind him and stay up with the front runners and turn this with tc41 into a 4 man race. good to see tc41 carry some momentum from last week to bad for the crashes. and for js7 it was way cool of him to go up and congradulate cr22. not a js7 fan but much respect for the respect he gave cr22. GOOD JOB CR22 NICE TO HAVE YOU BACK
IMO this year anytime RV or JS does not win it is an somewhat unlikely win. No one has show yet that they can win unless RV and JS start waaaaaaaaaaay back or its a mud race. I for one was happy to see Reed win it, He put his money on the line whitch takes balls so I like to see it pay off for anyone who does that. But I still don't think Reed, RD or TC have anything for RV or JS on a normal weekend. I hope someone steps up and can race them on a dry track when there is no first turn mess.
Hell must have froze over... Stewart went up and shook Chad's hand and congratulated him. lol Congrats on the win Reed! Can't wait for more.
It's always cool to beat factory efforts.
Back in the '70s before the rule that forces the factories to race production-based bikes, it was extremely unlikely to beat factory bikes because almost every part on them was different from stock and one-off, made of more exotic material etc. Bob Hannah beat them 12 out of 14 nationals on a modified production YZ250 in '77.
Still, beating all the factories, even on production-based bikes, is impressive. Factory guys get the killer suspension, lighter unsprung weight, engines etc.
There's no telling what suspension, engines etc. Reed got from Honda, but I'm sure it was some pretty good stuff. He's not totally out in the cold racing a production bike.
Excellent ride Chad!I was on my feet in my living room rooting!Longtime fan here.Where can I buy a hat and shirt?I have older ones but need to update to two two! Again congrads and hopefully is the first of many more wins to come.
Great win by Reed, he was gapping Stewie when he got in front, showing he still has what it takes to win. And with all the effort he had to put into starting and running his own team, it makes it even more impressive.
Nice to see some HONDA's on the podium again too!! Trey's move on Reed over that triple was killer.....Would have been nice to see Trey hang on for 3rd and have 2 Honda's up there.....great ride for 22, 41 and RV2 was haulin!!! JS7 played it safe rather than risking a fall and he knew RV2 was way back....Noce job for the dirt crew too...track could have been alot worse...
Yes, great ride Reedy, but I believe Lars and Osterman deserve a pat on the back as well.
Don't get to excited bd200, When Reed can do that on a dry track then that will be something to talk about.
That was a good ride by Reed. H wasn't the fastest guy on the track, but he was the smartest.. I wonder if JS is hurting a little from last week.. He looked terrible.. He couldnt do anything right.
it does appear that the fans who made claims about several riders winning main events this season were correct
it is good to see competition ... but will it last? or can someone step up and establish himself as the one man to beat?
BillC, this series doesn't consist of 17 perfect tracks. It is made up of chaotic races and the unexpected. How these riders deal with the curve balls thrown at them decides who wins the championship. Stop being so pessimistic any time someone wins other than Bubba or RV. Winning on a super technical and slippery track is something that is more impressive to me than winning on a dry one. Just because Stewart and RV are the fastest doesn't mean that they are entitled to the championship.
Holy Crap BillC so it is obvious you aren't a racer.... and that is ok. A win is a win mud or dry and starts included. JS and RV started on the same gate so that is straight up! They run a series of races to allow competitors multiple chances to put in their best efforts and call it a championship. Are there a few riders that seem to have an edge speed wise? Yes I believe there are 5 riders that are capable of winning on any given night and the series is almost reflecting that. Reed is one of them and as it turns out the points are proving my opinion. As the series rolls on the pressure to not make mistakes while you hang it all out gets greater and greater. I think it is a similar pressure that a defending champ may have, to try to be in the mix every week to honor the #1 plate. Canard got a taste of victory last week and made his move to the front this week but like James and Kevin before him this year he paid a price for pushing so hard. James and the champ rode in their comfort level this weekend, I'll call it a smart race and took home the maximum points they could for their efforts but Reed was better. RV didn't get the start he needs to hang at the front and when you don't stuff happens.
Holy Crap BillC so it is obvious you aren't a racer.... and that is ok. A win is a win mud or dry and starts included. JS and RV started on the same gate so that is straight up! They run a series of races to allow competitors multiple chances to put in their best efforts and call it a championship. Are there a few riders that seem to have an edge speed wise? Yes I believe there are 5 riders that are capable of winning on any given night and the series is almost reflecting that. Reed is one of them and as it turns out the points are proving my opinion. As the series rolls on the pressure to not make mistakes while you hang it all out gets greater and greater. I think it is a similar pressure that a defending champ may have, to try to be in the mix every week to honor the #1 plate. Canard got a taste of victory last week and made his move to the front this week but like James and Kevin before him this year he paid a price for pushing so hard. James and the champ rode in their comfort level this weekend, I'll call it a smart race and took home the maximum points they could for their efforts but Reed was better. RV didn't get the start he needs to hang at the front and when you don't stuff happens.
Really "bd", you have mentioned Reed "gapping stewie" in every post you have put up since saturday, give it a rest. I'm pumped on Reeds win, i really am, and it was obvious that Stewart rode extremely cautious knowing RV was behind him and that he would gain points on him, so he chose not to risk it and LOSE points because of it!! Interesting weekend really.....Reed gets a great first win on the season and he and DUngey both make up points on everybody......Stewart rides a smart race after a disastrous one in Houston and makes up points on the only guy in front of him....RV rides INCREDIBLY while doing major damage control after a shitty start to the race........Good stuff all of it!! Oh, and yeah, i like the silence from the guys who always blame STewart for not "giving credit" to other riders.....he went up on the podium and shook Reeds hand and congratulated him on his win, and said he didn't have anything for him that night!! (THAT NIGHT, that is...haha). Cant wait for another live (and early thank god) one next week in Atlanta!
ugh a double post ..... my bad
PartyBoy,, I think a mud race brings the "luck" factor into the race more than a "normal" race. The person who gets out in front has a huge adavantage... Thats why a mud race is called " the great equalizer." But, the fact reamins, Reed won it, and he deserves it ...
Congrats to the family owned 22 Motorsports!!
Im glad we went and watched an awesome race!
congrats to CR22, he smoked those guys strait up on a MANS track! that was sick.
It seems as though Bill just hates to give credit to anyone other than his "favorite"
What's considered a "normal" weekend to you? When Stewart wins?!
Do you forget that weather and changing track conditions is part of the sport?
Staying on two wheels.. part of it. The bike setup.. part of it. (Stewarts bike looked a bit off) When will you man up and admit that there are 5 guys that can win on any given night. No excuses for nobody.. first guy to the checkers wins!
You crack me up dude..
Hey mrwhirlwind, you must know by now that BillC is a very rich SHREWD financial investor with more money then all of us dummy posters. And BillC if anyone posting wants to be excited about a favorite racer LET THEM, do you think they care for one second what you think? Button it for a change.
@ PartyBoy and mrwhirlwind!! My thoughts exactly! Well said fellas!
mrwhirlwind, I Raced for many years, The only point I was trying to make is most races are normal, Yes there are some mud races but most are dry and I have NOT seen anyone who can run with RV or JS on a normal track. I know what goes into winning, But tell me who would you put your money on to win any givein race?? I don't see how ya could put it on anyone but Rv or JS this year. They have both come thru the pack like know one else and have not been passed by anyone unless they fell, Hell JS fell twice and passed RD twice in the same race so like I have said others can win but not on a normal track, At least not yet this year. I know full well the fastest guy does not always win But tell me was there anyone who could have done what RV did?? I would bet almost anything there is not. I guess its just me but I hate to see races desided by a first turn crash. All RV or JS need is top 5 starts and to stay of the ground and they can win, Reed, RD and Tc need that pluse they need RV and JS to have a bad night to win. Do u see what I mean by that? Thats how I see it, RV and JS are a step ahead at this point.
Well Fanofthesport JS is NOT who I hope wins so u are way off to start with. A normal weekend is one where the track is dry and the two fastest guys don't start in 20th and 17th, Ya see that does not happen everyweek so that is not normal. Also I have said others can win just not if they have to pass RV or JS to do it. Why is that so hard for you to except?? newman963 You must care what others say or you would not be on here reading. Hmmmm thats funny.
No matter what happens, someone is always there to put an asterisk on the victorious. Bottom line is that 20 guys line up, and when that gate drops, it's game on, every man for himself. Look at the lap times, look at the performance. What is considered a normal race? No race is perfect but a combination of skill, preparation, equipment and yes, luck. I mean, Windham would have won Houston if it wasn't for that rhythm section! Oh that's right, that's the only reason that Trey won right!?
Seriously, has anyone looked at the point yet? 7 rounds in and the top 5 contenders are within 23 points! And who's that one guy that just got lucky last year, Dungey sitting in 5th 23 points out. IMO, this season rocks! Anything can happen and there are five guys that have a shot. GAME ON!!!!!!
BillC, your right! I do care what other people say. You on the other hand basically repeat the same thing over and over, it could just be me but I don't care what you have to say anymore. Hmmmm now thats funny. Oh and by the way Congrats Reed on the win, Stewie for the podium hand shake, and everone else that survived the show. This season is shaping up to be a barn burner.
Make no excuses,no reason for them...could have,should have,would have....stewie rode smart ,R.V came back with vengance, good ride ,finally honda factory picked a winner with canard ,grant now with a torn ACL,honda dumped R.C because of his injury ,adios to mr.grant ? Grant isn't serious about racing,he would rather work 9-5 he,he,he?GOOD job reed well done!
@whatever- I agree-well put. Can't wait for Hotlanta!! RV2 fastest man in the known universe!!!!
"Somewhat Unlikely victory"??? ... 2 time Champ ... 3rd or 4th all time winner?? Didn't just win he dominated the race ... what does Reed have to do to get respect. The dude is a bad a$$
element7graphics I agree, Maybe this will make more sence of the point I was trying to make, if at the end of lap 1 the running order is this, RV, JS, CR, RD, TC Do you really think anyone but RV or JS would win that race if no one crashes?? If you do thats fine but I would diagree 100% Now if the running order at the end of lap 1 is CR, RD, TC, RV, JS I would Still put my money on JS or RV to win becaues they have shown that they can pass the other guys but the others have not shown they can do the same. That is not taking anything away from anyone just how I see it and have proff to back up the fact that RV and JS can pass the others. Now I gave credit to reed and stuck up for him many times last fall whne people were bashing him so don't call me a hater.
I have been a chad reed fan since 03 and that win was unlikely given his circumstances this year. But how about 39 sx wins. He's tied with stewart again for 3rd all time. I think thats pretty impressive ( maybe he can retire at # 3).
Unforgiven- they may have dropped Carmichael, but they held onto Townley for two whole years of injury, which makes me think that Honda has no clue what they are doing. I would drop Grant, hasn't looked good since mid-season 2009 and has spent most of the time since then on the injury list.
No Kip, Stewart has 40 wins, Reed is still behind. Has for his win, that was REALLY painful for me. While he deserved the win, I don't think this race really proved anything, other than the fact that Reed looks good in mud, and no one (I do mean no one) else looked good in the mud this week. LOVE the fact that five guys are within 23 points of eachother.
Way to go Chad! Watched the race live on Speed from Glamis and it was awesome to see Chad win one with his new team. Hopefully he'll have more to come.
Problem with RV and JS is the fact that they are pushing so hard to stay in front of the top 5 guys they are more prone to accidents. It's hard not to credit Reed, since he's the only one besides Canard in the top 5 that had very minimal seat time and testing on his bike. Each week he gets better and better, and is starting to come back to form. I see his confidence starting to rise, he'll be a contender in the end. Reed and Dungey both employ a similar strategy by being consistently in the top 5. I think both have proven that strategy works, especially with both RV and JS leading the pack.
Good point by Emig the other nite, if not for that fluke derailed chain, Dungey would probably be within single digits of the top 2.
People kind of forget about Reed in the mud. At the infamous Daytona, Jet-Ski SX, he was on his way to lapping everyone, even KW, until his bike had enough on the last lap. I don't really hate anybody and kind of sad to see all the energy expended towards that by others. I like seeing the different winners. Just need for RD to have his turn pretty soon, maybe a 3 or 4 way tie for the lead at some point, and this season will be perfect. JS sure is fast indoors though. Lots of those coming up.
No doubt RV and JS are scary fast. However, they are on far superior bikes compared to 75% of the field, including the privateers. I wonder how the riders would stack up if we required everyone on the same caliber machine? One thing is for sure, the races would be much better. I remember reading Stewart's frame is $50,000. Clearly, privateers are not spending $50,000 on frames.
slim473 people on here did not want to hear that kind of talk when RD won the lites outdoor title because CP's bike blew at Southwick.
I am still a REED hater.Always have always will.
CP most likely had that title in the bag, no doubt, but Dungey had to be close enough to capitalize...ask Canard how that goes.
Notreed...you were also probably one of the RC haters when he switched from Kawi to Honda...they all ate their words too.
ok, thanks...nobody cares what you think...
GO AWAY! ur kind aren't welcome around here anymore...
always the idiots that open their mouth...
I used to like to listen to what Steve Matthes had to say, but it seems like he's just turned into a big hatter he just talks alot not really saying anything important, maybe its a career move or something. I'm not a fan anymore....
Instead of saying unlikely victory he should have said great job REED that was one hell of a race. But no he's always too busy sucking up to Tim too old to race ferry.
I bet Reed and STewey start riding together in florida! James has been trying hard to earn Reeds respect and i think Reed was just waiting for james to Mature and come clean to him. Those guys are like allies now, soon to be ride buddies. plus Reed's a Privateer. Factory honda can suck it for not helping reed in the first turn in houston. Go reed
Over the years I have had a hard time cheering for Reed, but tonight I felt proud of him and happy for his whole team. Talk about doing whatever it takes to make it happen. Way to go bro. Keep it up. brappp
Way to go REED!!!!!!!!!!! Hope he can keep the ball rolling, and start closing the gap on 2 and 7
I really think all the flack Stewart took last week, really kicked in. Just as many of us have said in the past. If he would just own up to his mistakes, he would get alot more respect. I give him major props.
BillC I guess where our opinions differ is that I don't see Racing in general as normal. I think if any of the top 5 ride out of their comfort zone they can go faster. with the excess speed comes everything from nose tucks to cartwheels. James showed that his comfort zone in San Diego was to be slower than Reed. Dungey tends to not go into his red zone very often, Canard dipped into it this weekend and crashed, when Stewart had the push on there was a bobble of some sort that caused the stall. Villipoto was the victim of a bad start.... all in all there is seldom normal and if it was normal it wouldn't be the sport we crave. I still say the top 5 can all impact each other on any given Saturday night. Bring on Hotlanta
have become a real Reed fan the last few years, rides hurt, has not had great luck this year, But when the chance is in front of him, takes seconds of his lap times and rides away. last to 6th last week, wins this one, 16 points out of lead well into the series. going to be probably the best series ever, and he is right in the middle of it. Congadulations Chad, keep it up
I really get sick of people (i think it is obvious who they are) never giving Reed credit. Err it was a normal weekend. He won. If i got beaten in the mud I would be just as disappointed as in the dry. Since when was Reed this super mud rider anyway? Really? I like that Reed will gain confidence from this ride and hopefully be more competitive with RV and JS.
Secondly one of the things I loved about older RC is that when it wasn't his night he would straight up say eg: 'I had nothing for JS tonight". For JS7 to do that with Reed gives me alot of respect for the guy. More so because JS7 was obviously having an off night. Makes it even more gracious.
Lets hope the confidence for TC and CR can bring them forward into a tighter championship. And I ain't one to rule RD out either just yet.
Why do I have to give it a rest whatever, because you said so?? Who are you anyway. I think it was a great ride by Reed, too bad it was your boy he was gapping. Reed ran a great race, and pulled away from the so-called "fastest man". So I thought it was worth mentioning. And it isnt on every post I made either, so quit lying. You dont have to read my post if you dont like it. How come when someone else wins its because Stewie was cautious and chose not to risk it. But if he wins its because he is so much faster and better than everyone?? Talk about a double standard. I think certain tracks lend themselves to certain riders talents and confidence. Reed has the most wins in S.D. than any other rider. So his confidence was already high. He felt great he said, and he showed it. Maybe he was faster than Stewie that race, period. Maybe Stewie felt uncomfortable on the track, and Reed didnt. He was faster Saturday, dont take anything away from the winner..
Congrats Team Two Two!!!! What a story the Reeds have to tell, huh? They love this sport and are doing what is necessary to be in it! And then to pull off a win??? Awesome!!
Right on Reedy!! Dungey needs too catch up!! we know you got it in you!! stay healthy!!
Seriously, everyone has a double standard on here. When your favorite rider does bad, you make every excuse in the world for him, but when he does good you bash the hell out of those who see things differently. YOU have every right to give credit to Reed, but either STOP making excuses when he doesn't do good, or STOP bashing people who are making excuses for other riders when Reed does do good. In other words DON"T BE A HYPOCRITE.
Chad's Bike = Pro circuit Honda!!!! All he wants is the notched factory transmission no real or really hard to find nuetral and tight gear spaces. Did he get it, only he and factory Honda know I guess
Whatever "bd"!! Have you read my posts completely?? I've given CR more credit for his win on saturday than you have to JS your entire life man!! Reed deserves ALL the credit for his win, he did more things right, and had less things go wrong than anybody else did and it took him to the finish line first!! FULL CREDIT!!! Great ride!! If you get that much joy out of saying "gapping stewie" then by all means, live it up!! Get rid of the "your boy" crap to would ya?? Thank you!!
WTF people!!!!!! YOU CANT GET MORE STRAIGHT UP THAN SITTING ON THE GATE AND LEAVING AT THE SAME TIME, REEDY SMOKED EM WOOOOO!!!
Reed fan when Reed finishes 4th or worse- "Reed got a bad start"
Stewart, Villopoto, Dungey, Canard fans when Reed wins- "Stewart stalled his bike, Villopoto crashed, Dungey lost his chain, Canard crashed twice"
Reed fans when Reed wins- "Reed won straight up, stop making excuses"
Great Ride, Chad Reed & Team Two-Two !!!
Ignore the skeptics & excuse mongers...
Jealousy is a two-headed demon with no sole.
Game on!
... Soul, that is...
good deal reed i have always admired the way reed rides and his desire never to give up for a rider too put up his own money and belave in himself says alot if im not mistaken this is not the first time reed has bet on himself backing it up with money out of his own pocket and that in my thoughts are traits of wiinner on and off the track... good stuff chad you defintely deserve the win
I don't think anybody has noticed in the message board melee that Honda has double classed the winners circle back-to-back races now. That hasn't happened in like, forever. Way to step up Red Riders. Now, KTM, it's your turn.........Also, props to Two-two Motorsports, well deserved.
st-whips-it...........I couldn't finish your sentence because I ran out of breath.
Congrats to Reed!
I like the part in the interview about Stewart. They have always had some moments in the past and the public put them at odds. Now there seems to be a mutual respect with the two of them.
great ride Reed!!! many more to come!!!!!
I'm not the biggest Reed fan, but knowing that his energy is NOT being spent on the Stewart rivalry and rather on his new team and riding, well, it could mean the old #22 is back. Even at the last round when Stewart's bike was on top of Reed there was no slapping or kicking or helmet grabbing. Total respect between the two great racers; one less guy to worry about punting you into the cheap seats.
Chad's a great dude, good ambassador to the sport and all around nice fellow! I'm glad things are going well for him at this point.
Mud smud great ride at a great time for CR. I like Villo indoors and especially out but Chads results have been improving every week and know he gets this boost of confidence, He and Dungey will be there at the end of the year. Neither Reed or Dungey may be able to beat 7 or 2 heads up but they are also less likely to lose big points from being to be on the ground. Lotta racing left.
JimM
CarlsbadCa
AWESOME FOR THE # 22 its keeping the season pretty intense hope it stays that way with these top 5 or even 10 staying healthy ...but #22 on his" buyiteer"bike that we could all buy ourselves from PC except for the on going refinement that #22 has to pay for to get it/him better makes the win all the sweeter for sure... someone said up the page that stewarts frame is worth $50000 i am pretty sure that is rubbish because of the production based rule in the ama .. the frames are to be standard except for some strengthening/ gussetts etc ... the ama even got heavy on the highly polished frames of a couple years back because ama reckon it could lighten them beyond standard weight.... mud the great equalizer i have never fully understood that term.... diversity in the face of adversity is something all these guys excel at thats what makes them the champions that they are .... everyone of them who gets to the start gate each weekend
whatever, I never said you didnt give Reed credit did I?? You must have a guilty concience. And I never said a bad thing about Stewie all season except that he made a bad mistake that cost another rider a race, and guys were all over me like I had been ripping him all season, so whats new?? But I only posted twice about Reed gapping him and you accused me of putting it in every post. So get yourself straight rummy. Reed won straight up, no B.S. put in a great ride and I am glad everyone is saying just that. No more of the ifnorant crap making excuses when a guy wins. This has been a good season, and I hope it continues to be.
pbpbpbpbpbpbpbpbpbpbp!!!!! You know what sound that makes "bd"???? HAHAHAHA........and whaty is a "rummy"?? cuz i dont think i am one!!
Bad starts , tough tracks , crashes , lappers . bike problems and injuries are all the great equalizer in our sport and situations that offer opportunities .If you think about it those situations are mostly things we can control. Its simple , Saturday night Reed won the SD SX period..To me blah blah blah are excuses.
JimM
Carlsbad
.....and i hate to have to correct you "bd"...but you better get YOURSELF straight "rummy"!! Go back and double check man....you said Reed was "gapping stewie" in the "San Diego Super Spoiler" post...in the "San Diego Race Report"....and in the "Monday Conversation" story......thats in 3 out of 4 of the articles about San Diego........i'm just sayin'!!
Ah hah ha he he hoo hoo! between bd200 and billc there's a billion posts! I'm thinking some warmer weather might get us off the couch and back on the bikes! I will be anyhoo! just got a new slipper clutch I'm dying to try out!
Man Congrats to reedy. That would have been a 2nd win for Trey but the track got the best of him. Reedy will go down in history as 1st privateer team owner to smoke factory equipment. That win must be the best of all bcoz everyone had given up on him.
Is it me or is it boring watching a cautious JS7 ride. I like to watch the race when Js7 and Barcia are pushing it and to be honest its so boring watching a rider riding less than his abilities. I dont even know how he pulled off a podium with a ride like that. Last wkd JS7 was lucky thats all.
Man this is excellent, cheap entertainment ! Thanks ! I needed that after a bad day at work and the wife's tranny gave up to top it off. I've been laughing from the top on down. Wow congrats 22, I pegged you to win one but not like that! Pumped that it's early in the season,a little confidence,maybe a little more backdoor honda support. Has to help take some of the pressure off of running your own program too I would think. All this adds up to a very exciting series to date,reminds me of the eighties. I sure hope/wish it's dungey's turn next,that would be icing on the cake!
bd200, BillC and whatever... Respect to you all.. Keeps the posts interesting!! Even though opinions differ greatly...
Thanks Didierlotsyeng, Heck bd200 and I have not even called eachother names in like a week!!!LOL
The posts certainly show we all love this sport...or for some just a rider or two.
For me the name I post means I have no REAL favorite.
When RV wins I'm stoked! When JS kicks everyones butt I'm like DAMN he bad!
When Canard got his win I was standing cheering the great kid on!
When KDUB had one in the bag and crashed out.. well it broke my heart!
And when Reed won the other night I was stoked for the guy and his team!
I guess thats the difference between some of us so called "fans of the sport"
Damnnit Billc, he did get me, I wrote it three times.. ha ha. Oh well, I was just glad to see Reed back up to speed, its just more exciting that way. And I know he has to know what a rummy is, everyone does. Didierlotsyeng, we try to keep it interesting, even though we disagree and argue, its not that serious, we are all race fans. Heres to a great race coming in Atlanta.
Yup your busted bd200!! LOL I just hope it was not a fluke with reed, Would love to see him holeshot with TC< RD< RV< JS in toe and see what happens. We all know Reed will step it up when he smeels a "W"
Stewart even came up and shook reeds hand are they buds our something! haha i think its a good race out there know no real haters now that grants gone!
I dont know if I would call them buds, but its just a mutual respect thing. Good to see it though.
Stewart had nothing for Reed- and he said it. and it was a straight up race and Reed took him. why say anything else.