Monday Conversation: James Stewart
Monday, April 11, 2011 | 10:10 AM
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PrintJames Stewart is back. Well, at least back in victory lane. After nine weeks and eight races worth of set backs—the longest streak of races without a win that Stewart has ever endured—he finally grabbed the win on Saturday night in St. Louis.
Two plus months of bad news, crashes, run ins and mishaps had really taken a toll on Stewart, so when he finally got to the top of the podium, he became overcome with emotion and started to cry. He collected himself later, and we talked to him for this week’s Alpinestars Monday Conversation.
Racer X Online: You won almost 100 races since you turned pro. Where does this one rank?
James Stewart: Probably the highest. Just to win, you know. Everything I’ve been going through on and off the race track. I’ve just been getting so many phone calls, from my friends and family to my sponsors, and not just recently, but from Daytona, Jacksonville, they were just calling me to say, “Hey we’re still behind you.” And the team is just there for me every weekend. That’s big when you’re going through this, and it just hit me on the podium, I couldn’t hold it in. And just to see my dad’s face, I could tell he wanted to cry. He just had a straight face, so I knew. It was cool. Just really cool.
It was an emotional win for Stewart in St. Louis
Photo: Simon Cudby
I know when you get to the racetrack you guys are in your element, because you grew up doing this. But was it even possible these last two months to completely focus on racing? It’s obviously been a tough two months. Were things getting to you?
No, I think I do a good job when I’m racing to just focus on what I’m doing. But when I hit the ground, that’s when it really gets you. And I’m just continuing that each week. No matter what happened the week before, even if I don’t ride during the week, I still try to show up and ride and try to win and give it my best. And I think I have. It’s just, I’ve had bad luck, or, I shouldn’t even say that—I’ve just had things not go right. So at this one to come out and get a win, and to do it where I almost had time to enjoy it, because we didn’t have a lot of stuff going on [during the race] and I wasn’t too pressured. I was just having a good time. I was just so stoked.
I know one thing that guys at your level hate is, when they don’t win, everyone asks them “What happened? What’s wrong?” Have you been dealing with that?
Yeah, for sure. Like I said, I had people supporting me, win or lose, and they just want to help, win or lose. So they’d be looking at me, and I’d just tell them “I don’t know! I don’t know what is happening right now. I’m trying my hardest.” It goes down to everybody, so it means so much to get a win, for me and for the team. Things are changing [with the team] and I want those guys to know that I’m always going to give them 100 percent, win or lose. But I think they know that, but it feels good to show them with a win.
Stewart picked up his first win since A2 this past weekend in St. Louis.
Photo: Simon Cudby
What’s it like to be in a championship fight like this? You’re totally in it now, and you were never totally out of it. But this is not the way anyone predicted this season would go for anybody.
No. Walking into Anaheim, I would have never thought things would be this close. I was coming back and feeling pretty good. But things went wrong. It is what it is, and at this point, I don’t even care. My dad was talking about the championship and I was like, “Dad, I don’t even care. I just want to get a win. Just let me win a race first.” For me, it’s a whole different feeling coming to the races [after the win]. It’s a whole different feeling being on that plane tonight. A whole different feeling tomorrow, and when I watch the race. You know, everyone sees me at the races, or watching them on TV, or watching Bubba’s World, and they see me smiling all the time and being super happy. But they don’t see me when I show up at the practice track, and I’m trying. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. And I’d be walking away [from the races] saying, “I gave it everything I got but it just wasn’t enough tonight.” I think that’s what you saw on the podium here. Finally, I rode way easier than I did the last seven races and I won. It was good.
Let’s talk about this race. Did you purposely ride easier, or did it just come to you? Did you change anything?
We went back to an old setup, the Anaheim 2 setup. I was comfortable from the start. And the track was pretty technical tonight, it wasn’t a freeway. Actually, I’m bummed because they changed that section over there—I was really fast through there. And I had this other section [triple-triple in the rhythm lane] in my back pocket, I didn’t even know if I could jump it or not. But I was like, what the heck, things haven’t been going good for you anyway, so you might as well go for it. I did it and it was pretty easy. The track was pretty good tonight, and like I said, sometimes when you don’t try as hard, you win.
Yeah but you know who crashed in that section and caused them to change it, right? Your brother!
Yeah and I was pissed [laughs]. I was like, “Dude, what are you doing? You’re not trying to help!” It wasn’t even him, some guys were complaining about it. For me, it’s hard, because they set rules, and I understand things were dangerous so they had to do it, but it’s hard to change things in timed practice. When you read the rulebook, and you can’t change it, I’ve had things where I’m like, “Hey can you change it?” and they’re like “No, we can’t.” Then I go good through there and other guys go good, and then they change it. But it doesn’t matter, I still won the race. I don’t think one little jump would have changed the race anyway so it’s all good.
A long time coming.
Photo: Simon Cudby
Last thing. You and I have talked about this many times. You’re under so much more scrutiny than most people can understand, and probably more than most racers can understand. You’re aware of that.
Yeah, and like I’ve said before, it was hard for me to accept earlier in my career. But lately, it wasn’t even criticism getting to me. I didn’t care about that. I was just like, man, I wanted to win. I wanted to do right for my friends and family and my team. And I felt like it was going to be a special night tonight. We had some new graphics on the bike, so the bike was shined up and looking nice, Answer supplied me with the best looking gear I’ve ever had in my life. So it was just a good night for me.
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Awesome interview.
Congradulation James!!! It's been a long time coming glad to see you back on the top spot. It's not over, win out and see where the cards fall!!
So great to see James settle into the pattern of racing that makes him a champ!!! Love the fight!!! Good luck in Seattle!! Hope your brother is doing ok!
Congrats Bubba...
Screw the haters James. Go and win! Behind you 100%
great job bubba, give us three more!
title or no title this year....JS7 is forever an icon to this sport. Other people can hate on him all they want but it doesn't erase what he has already accomplished in this sport!! GO JS7!!!!!
Great job! Seriously though, that gear is hideious. I thought you were Damon Bradshaw for a minute.
If he wins out (whitch he could) this will be very close!!!
I am still pulling for RV but there are 4 guys who still have a shot and TC wile a long shot is still not out of it.
Nice ride but he looked pretty sketched out a few times. It didn't look like he had changed anything, just no BIG mistakes this time. The crashes are still imminent, I'd bet one, maybe two big crashes in the last three races to take himself out of the championship again. No way he is going to run the table.
Bubba's publicist needs a raise. Acting like he was breaking down on the podium like some little schoolgirl. Seemed to get over it well though. Too bad it was his own damn fault. Suck it up and take it like a man,would hannah or decoster or henry have pulled that card? I dont effen think so son
James, your my favorite rider and i'm the hugest fan ever... but, don't be getting up there pulling a "Tim Tebow" on me... aight?... just kidding... Glad too see you back up top where you belong... i hope you race outdoors and smash the living S#$@% out of everyone. Now that you got this crappy SX season behind you.. it's time to remind everyone who's boss!!!
Great Job Bubba!!
motorhead, u don't have any idea what racing is about, so unless u know what ur talkin bout don't comment on it! Nice ride Stewart!
What about that mysterious tough block CR hit? I bet that came from bubble's camp.
Things may be getting a little back to normal.. Stewart winning, and Reed making excuses..
I know JS7 is a controversial topic most of the time. But it's hard not to like the guy... I know, felony aside. That was stupid but I'm not going to hold it against him.
My only beef with Stewart his entire career is that he's dangerous. I like the guy, but there are no two ways about it. From mindless mistakes like pulling in front of Preston, to aggressive mistakes like taking out Reed in the whoops. He may not be dirty, or even malicious, in fact I'm sure he's not.
But even in this race, that pass he put on Tedesco was flat out dangerous and unnecessary. He could have waited for a better opportunity. There was no need to make that move. It's not like it was the last lap.
I just think the more patient and smarter JS7, is the better rider to watch. But maybe that's just me.
C'mon Dungey!!! Congrats to Stewart! Keep winning, make this a nail biter going into Vegas!
Those calls Bubba got from Daytona and Jacksonville saying, "Hey we're still behind you" were from the cops.
Snowman,,, geeeezzzz,,, can the guy do anything right ?? If everyone "waited" for a better oppurtunity to pass,, they wouldnt get much passing done.. Remember, these are only about 16 minutes mains..
Let the guys race. It's should be interested if everyone pulls off a healthy SX season and hopefully take it to the outdoor nationals!!!
what i cry baby
Jairtime opens his mouth and crap comes out again.....i shouldn't even acknowledge the people who are bagging on him for getting emotional on the podium, but if you are going to criticize him for being human, then you're not human!! Not one person on this message board understands the pressure and hard work ALL these guys go through to do what they do. I remember seeing a few tears from Reed when he won in San Diego earlier in the year....didn't seem weird to me at all!! Seemed real!! "Motorhead", you are a fool!! Congrats on finally getting out of the slump JS, good luck the rest of the year!!
Great softball interview. You should have asked him how many cinasix he had this am and stay clear of the Felony court case and its disposition . Or, where is Brooks? You could have asked him why he rides like a gansta goon.
There are so many interesting questions that could have been asked besides these over the plate floaters.
Sad to see a Felon do good in this sport. Was hoping his sponsors would drop him like they did J Law and he would fade away. Not even a public apology to fans or his sponsors. (NO CLASS) I don't care how good of a rider he is, not a good representative to our sport.
Good job James. I loved the Podium interview on CBS. Glad to see some real emotion out of a rider and not just the usual "read off my sponsors" routine.
AS much as I hate to say it. I think Dungey is gonna walk away with this title again. He has the least wins in top 5 guys but dude is 5 points and he can see the rabbit.
Countryx you really a punk. Get off the racist comments already. You been living country so much you dont realize its 2011.
Why is there always excuses coming out of this kids mouth ???? The more I hear this crap the more I dislike this kid. I am just getting sick of the “media” and Stewart ALWAYS making excuses for not winning and never giving credit to the other riders that are BETTER that day than him.
Its plain and simple...The days of being 3 or 4 seconds a lap faster are over! now we are talking tenths of a second like NASCAR . There are plenty of guys that are as good or better on any given day this season ( They ) got better and faster this year and put pressure on Stewart to push harder resulting in crash fest city.
That’s the facts plain and simple !!!!
JS7 gained two fans this weekend, not for his win, but for his gratitious attitude to me and my 5 year old son. I just bought my son the San Manuel toy hauler and was taking his picture with it next to Sipe's hauler when I turned around and James was walking right towards us coming back from the last practice! My son was not shy at all and yelled at James to look at his new toy he got and James smiled and gave him the thumbs up and I talked him into signing the hauler and a JS7 picture my son colored for him. Sorby was next to us and kept trying to rush things so I didn't get a chance to snap a picture, but nonetheless, for him to stop and say hi to my son and sign a couple quick autographs, that is something we'll never forget! Beat the heck out of standing in line for an hour or more to get his autograph.
So James if you ever scan these articles and comments thanks a million for making my boy's day!
Best to you man!
Right on James.
The pass for the lead over Ivan was a lot closer that TV made it look. If Ivan w
would have moved left...well, just saying it was very dangerous move early...
what if Ivan would have moved over...James would have landed on Ivan...
Hey country Stay off this board , you are a nascar fan at best , Probably like Kyle Busch.. Redneck Hater... Learn the sport , then comment , as for you Jairtime you claim to dislike James , but it seems as if your grubby fingers cant stop typing about him ... Which means you think about him Morning Noon and Night , whats up with that.. Man Crush , children always pick on the ones they have a crush on . So do little Girls .. Now go to your room and think about that .
Wow is Supercross Dangerous ...Who Knew ... Thanks Larry for the Heads up..LOL
Well, didnt get the fireworks and drama and excitement that is somewhat expected coming in to these final rounds with the points so close. So, I think and hope we will in the next three. Man if its a mudder in Seattle, it could be crazy and it would be more awesome than anything for KDub to take a win.
as for #7, no comment, nothing positive to say, still.
as for the 2011 SX series, AWESOME !!! more so because the champ will be a rider who is not arrogant and respects other riders.
The move JS7 put on Tedescoe was clean and Tedesco was holding his line so JS7 made the pass...simple and smooth....no danger.....Good to see Tedescoe up front....Honda should of held on to him....
hes not a felon, in the u.s. judicial system u are innocent until proven guilty and he already said himself, he had already taken care of it so he deffinately did not get a felony charge, doesn't have one on his record, nor is he a felon, think of something else to talk crap about because to call him a felon is totally untrue
"If everyone "waited" for a better oppurtunity to pass" they would all be like RD and we know that has cost him a lot of points this year.
I'm getting sick of reading all this crybaby $hit from you schoolboys on Stewarts behalf. It's really annoying, and most of you don't know what the hell you're talking about. If you don't like Stewart that goddamn much don't watch the sport. Just keep your idiocy out of these forums so that we (actual riders/racers who know) can enjoy RacerX instead of having your idiocy forced upon us.
Couldn't agree more Snowman.
The podium isn't a courthouse. Jesus i'm gonna quit reading RacerX just because of mr honesty, jairtime, mcfrolie and all you other morons.
Ya all forgot to mention that is was a "hate" crime..two black guys messin with 3 honkys..it was a hate crime..he should be made to apologize for being a racist.
@Rick Melon, I like IT9 but Honda gave him a lot of years to do something and he never delivered, Short and Milsapd as well. Honda needed to clean house and start over IMO.
peter2222, your right he is not a felon, YET! he still has to stand in front of a Judge and when he does he will most likely be crying on that podium too.
I'd pay to watch you guys lineup on the gate and snap your necks off the first jump....lol. pathetic.
Who's going to be the first interviewer with the balls to ask him about the arrest? That said, he was flying in St. Louis.
Take your TT-R back to the kiddy track! Plain and simple facts huh? Like how JS smashed on everyone to a large lead, not tenths of seconds, before lap traffic? It’s plain and simple if you think the driver of a cause is represented by only one variable. I guess simple minds need to keep things plain for comprehension.
regardless of his consistency, HANDS DOWN, hes the fastest rider on the planet. No one has quite the skill level that he does, the amount of tricks he has in his back pocket on any given weekend, no rider would even consider thinking about.
Good to see JS7 get a win and show such humbleness on the podium.
No matter what anyone thinks of him, Stewart is a great competitor...
Along with the other 4 who are all still in the hunt for the 2011 SX title.
Yes, you are the man, James!
Nice raced this weekend. Congrats so much! :D
for any JS7 fan or non fan, here is a must read:
http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/ASK-THE-MXPERTS-WHAT-IS-MXAS-TAKE-ON-THE-JAMES-STE-7793.aspx
Don't talk bad about Stewart without him I would just be fat sitting on a couch in my home land. Luckily I get to ride his coat tails. JS7 is the best and I am going to take the rap for his arrest, I was driving and disguised as JS7. JS7 I love you man.
Frenchie
Congrats James! It's never easy being on top because people always want to tear you down. You've earned everything you have through hard work and tenacity. Any who take shots at you are doing nothing but throwing rocks from their glass houses.
I'm not a JS7 fan but I am a fan of these pro racers being real. This weekend James was real to me. From his racing to his interviews he came across as a real person and, as a regular fan of the sport, I appreciate that very much.
Great ya, what’s he really celebrating??...I imagine that picture of James crying is how Larry Brooks felt after he discovered that the team he built from SCRATCH!!!!!!!!! was hijacked from him! How about exposing James for what he did to Larry Brooks..Out right low down shameful !
@Fan since 78
thanks for the link, that was very informative.
HEy, I can say that STEWART is awesome! He is FAST, and has EMOTION. A true hero.
Go, James, Go.
Reed has exhibited true class and sportsmanship through this most intense season filled with ups and downs. Although he hails from Australia he knows more about chasing the "American Dream" than any of the other riders. He appreciates all this country has to offer someone who has enough desire and drive to chase after whatever it is you want. I don't blame him for being defensive, they way some of you morons hate on him for no reason is embarrassing.
Crybaby? not so much, the truth came out in your last comment defending your mancrush cr22.....typical forum post ragging on JS by reed fans, show some class and give credit where credit is due bc A) he absolutely demolished the field. period. B) your uneducated ignorance holds no value so keep it in your head!
You don't have to like the guy but bringing race, off the track drama and past history into a post win interview is ridiculous!
Hey SNOWMAN, why don't we break down every other rider by how "dangerous" they ride for example: all you JS haters forget Atlanta, Reeds move was straight up dirty...but guess what THAT IS RACING....get over it, No matter which rider you pull for!! Youre the crybaby SNOWMAN, go follow golf if you don't want contact!!!
Hey, Danger mouse I know SX is dangerous...I raced Pro SX and achieved National
numbers...I was pointing out it was a very close move on the opening lap to do
and that things Stewart has done lately have cost him dearly. I also still currently
very involved with MX...not sure what your background consists of...
Why hasn't he been charged criminally yet? There is a massive cover-up going on here, folks. Is any reporter anywhere honestly reporting this story?? Racer X, I used to get the magazine and enjoy reading your site, but you are really dropping the ball on this one.
Noy much of a JS7 fan but he does make the races fun to watch. As far as him being dangerous Its supercross man not golf. If no one took a chance its just follow the leader. You have to make a pass happen anyone who has ever raced can tell u that.
js is short and has a goofy smile, there i said it.
Good lord "kingsquid" get a life. What a horrible injustice this is huh?? I'm sure you think JS should be sitting on death row right now......too f'in bad you squid, your hatred is not being satisfied and it is driving you crazy isn't it?? STFU!!!
I'm gonna post a picture of myself now so you guys can make fun of me.....fair is fair, right?? I want to see what you all think......be honest, only rule is you cannot make fun of my lop-sided head or my beady little snake eyes......oh, or my girlish speaking voice!!
Duh, my bad..you wont be able to hear me talk, but you will be able to tell by looking at me that i talk like a girl!!
FYI for those wondering why we didn't ask James about the arrest:
James' lawyers aren't going to let him comment. That's how the legal system works--not our fault. That's why no one is directly asking him questions about it--he would only be able to answer with a "I'm not allowed to talk about it."
In Atlanta I asked him about Brooks and he repeated the answer "He's spending time with his family" three times. That's the only answer he will provide. So not much we can do there--and chances are that situation is wrapped in lawyers as well, so don't expect any public comment from either side at the moment.
Sorry folks!
@countryx
That is Funny!!!!!!
Glad to see someone else calling the pass on Tedesco risky. I'm not saying dirty, or wrong, risky and potentially dangerous. If IT had cut in a bit, James would have landed on him again and ruined his own night as well. BillC, moves like this are exactly why James sits in 4th place points right now. The guy you constantly chastise for being patient sits in 2nd 5 points back. You can say IF Dungey was more like Stewart and made riskier passes, he'd have more points. I'll point out that if he was doing that he probably would have gone down once or twice this year and have LESS points. I can't imagine what was going through Dungey's mind knowing Stewart was behind him on that first lap. Look out below!!!
Eric Sorby: That was good!
It was a few years back that Stewart cut short Tedescos season with a stupid move just like that and landed on him breaking Tedescos wrist !
Almost did it again ! You can see Ivan was going to go to the inside and jerked back quickly sensing Stupid Stewart was about to land on him.
Out of control and no respect for others, Thats Stewart for you !
@ Larry Witmer
Good observation, Larry.
Unfortunately there's a lot of sarcasm out there
from people who have nothing better to add to the conversation.
Majority of posters don't have your decades of on-track race experience to truly understand the needle JS7 threaded with such a move.
IT9 was lucky Stewart wasn't there .05 sec later.
Could have been one really horrific yard-sale for both riders.
One of those hair-standing-up-on-the-back-of-your-neck moments...
Cool that you rode in the Red Bud Legends 2-stroke race couple years ago and lined up along side the G.O.A.T. at the gate. A career highlight?
Keep announcing & twisting the throttle too. Cheers.
KG [#07g back in the day].
Jason - Thanks for that explanation. It makes sense. But I would like to see just one person once ask him and let him give that reason. I want it to come from his own mouth. Otherwise, it looks like your covering for him.
@BK-R, I look at it dif than you, SX is a game of inches, Guys like JS, RC and Rv to a point hang it out a lot, Most of the time it works sometimes it does not. But the same can be said for the patient/consiitent guy, How did that work out for Reed all the years he did it?? Or better yet K-Dub?? K-Dub Never won a title because he could not cross that line. Most times the Fast guy wins but sometimes the consitent guy wins.
People get to a point in life where they do something really dumb that can affect their job, marriage, and life. This is that moment for James.
If he uses it to change his lifestyle (which it appears he has) and become re-focused on racing, this will be very interesting. If Stewart can keep his focus and realize $10 million a year is a "golden deal" racing dirtbikes, he could put a butt-whooping on everyone this summer.
Great ride, alway was & always will be a fan. Win or lose, keep your head up. We all go through tuff times in our life & I'm glad to see that your finding your way through it all. You have always been an exciting rider to watch race, so PLEASE race the outdoors! I still think you have alot to offer to the sport of Motocross. I really hope to see you on the track this summer.
thanks for the MXA article and thank you Weingant.Fan/rider since 74.Thanks Cycle News for keeping updated back then.Even if it was a week later and had to go down and buy a paper on my bicycle.
Wow Larry , I am also a former pro, but would not take risks , and now I just race vet A , Top 5 keeping out of the way of the leaders, on a 250f , and somtimes on a 125 yz...
Mr. "BK-R".....isn't being out there on the track at all a little bit risky and dangerous???? That is just a lame point you are trying to make, but in your defense, it is in your nature to do everything you can to badmouth James Stewart.......but geez, can't you do better than that??
So now MXA are law experts , what a bunch of crap , they know nothing , and are speculating , Plus their Rag is old and outdated ,and they get paid to sway readers opinions on bikes , been doing it for years , fan since 78 , youve got nothing LOL
Sorby...you're an idiot! Do James a favor and ACT LIKE A PROFESSIONAL. Yes, I've seen the show.
Larry. WHAT IF....I WON THE LOTTERY! THEN I WOULDN'T BE WASTING TIME READING THESE STUPID COMMENTS! What are they suposed to do ...keep back 500 feet for saftey!
All I can say, is that this season is going to sell better than anything else our sport put on DVD. Where do I reserve my copy?
Hey Bill your village just called.....
keep back 500 feet , now thats funny
For all of you talking about Stewart making a risky pass on IT, that is the reason he is in Supercross and your not. Supercross is risky in general and making passes in this one line tracks is hard enough so when they see a pass they take it. Was it risky? Sure. Was it unwarranted? No. Stewart's pass was fine and anyone out there who has raced for any significant amount of time has probably landed on someone at some point in their career.
got landed on by a C rider in practice last year , was it his fault , maybe , or mine , I should know better than to practice with the C class, they go nuts in practice . Point is All but the top five look like C riders compared to James , get out of his way man , Hes got a race to win , and you all are in the way !!!!!
to all the stewart haters...u all must be pretty interested in him to open this interview about him
There is "NO CRYING" in MOTOCROSS. What a Primma Donna. And getting arrested is NOT bad luck-just stupidity. This goes for not just James, but anyone.
Great ride Mr Stewart! We see and appreciate your effort week in and week out, and can only envy your skill level. But still i try to emulate your every move at the local track on the weekend. Make no mistake Mr. Stewart you have revolutionized our sport and i tip my hat to you. Peace.
Hey cinderfella that was one of the best comments in the history of this website. Most of the time JS has crashed is because some idiot slowed down or made a mistake in front of him.
Enjoy the racing, this weekend SPEED LIVE thank God
Regarding the "dangerous pass" Sorry- it was amazing and got my ass up off the couch to rewind and watch again. just the same as the pass TC41 put on Kdub. Both were amazing and well calculated. Well done Stew. Now let's win out and shut up all the haters.
uhh yeah....rickey the idiot.....slowed down....sheeeesh...
Countryx- You're a racist hillbilly that probably rides quads in Wranglers and drives around with a confederate flag on your truck. Keep your ignorant comments to yourself.
You don't see us calling you for an interview asking about the charges that were brought against you while you were drunk off Keystone Light and shooting at speed limit signs do you? We all know about Stewart's mistake....move on. It's race time.
"Stewart made a dangerous pass"
what is this? Knitting? this stuff is what makes the sport interesting, and to cry? thats HUMAN people, everyone does it, and yes ill bet you people that will say i dont, ill guarantee you that you have/do........get of his back for doing something that all of you do
Stewart has the speed, we all know that, he needs to focus on the track for 20 laps, and have fun out there,,don't worry about the other guys, if one knocks on the back door, just let em by and watch the lines,,,and on the last 3 laps just pick it up and let them make the mistake...if you get second,,,so what,,,you still have the points..like i said in the beggining,,17 seconds place finishes will win you the championship...take the wins, but, don't crash doing it...it's all mine set,,,relax.
Yeah... Go Bubba!
Of course--go back to the Anaheim 2 set-up! How did no one think of this earlier?!?!
I don't care if he will give you the same answer to the arrest question. You put the Larry Brooks issue in 3-4 different articles and podcasts saying JS7 gave a canned answer...correct? Do you not think it is your duty to AT LEAST ask the question and put his answer on record for us to read? Don't you think he at least needs to be asked like any adult would be? Take off the kid gloves and grow a pair.
hey goonie, have a beer and chill out. since when does telling the truth make you a racist? i NEVER wrote or implied anything racially derogatory towards js. if you can point out specifically where i offended you i will gladly apologize.
While i don't agree with most of what the guy above me has posted, I do agree that i havent seen anything racist in this entire column. Not blatently anyhow.
Seen it in other topics but not thus far here. It's always the last card for someone with nothing else to say.
billc was the very first comment that wasnt positive..lol
I think the whiny girls that say anything negative about JS7 is "racist" take away from the seriousness of the word and what it actually implies. Liberals are famous for it.
Pizza, just a thought. Maybe all the industry insider know why Larry's at home.
I could be that someone is sick in the family and right where he's sopposed to be.
Just a thought!
whatever happened or didn't happen between LB and JSE is a private matter for them to settle amongst themselves, unless they begin speaking about it publicly. then it's one person's word against another and i don't put much stock in rhetoric from either of these two entities. one thing i would venture to speculate on though, i would bet my next beer that it had everything to do with money, plain and simple.
@ Pizzacorner
Leave your political opinions, left or right, outside, bro.
Completely unnecessary. Plenty of both read these columns.
Don't make your Moto opinions more divisive by waving a red or blue flag.
It gets ugly enough in here without adding that kind of fuel to the fire.
yeah man , leave the political bull ,out of this ,no room here for that crap , We all like to fight about one thing ...MOTO.. ,in the end we probably could all be friends , except for the racists , and they are out numbered here also .
NEW GEAR ... NEW GRAPHICS.
I mean i know that makes me feel better on the track.
Ya thats why JS crashed at Daytona because he was being pressured by the other riders as he was checking out on the field,ok, JS puts pressure on himself to win as everybody expects him to win also. Reed true class & sportsmanship, are u kidding me, lmao, is that why he T-boned JS & has tried to run him off the track in the past. I like RV & JS, I hope RV wins the title, if not JS, or give it to RD for his consistency, it's not over til it's over!
i cant beleive all the people saying a felon has no right to be in this sport and that his sponsors should of dropped him like j-law....do you have any clue what j/law has done the kid messed up more than once the kid would have to pull off the track because he was so hung over from night before stewart should never be compared to j-law all you james stewart haters need to find another sport this is about racing not anything else stewart has done more for this sport than most will ever do in a lifetime goooo js7...oh and ya and let me guess alll the haters ARE CRY BABY REED FANS AND MUST HAVE A POOR SPORT ATTITUDE JUST LIKE THERE FAVORITE RIDER