Just got done with a busy few weeks. I went to Perth which is on the other side of Australia from where I am. It was a fun chill trip, I got back Thursday then went to a big music festival called Sound Wave on Saturday where a bunch of good bands played.

Sunday I went to a local dirt comp put on by the council. A lot of people turned out for the event including Colin Mackay, Ryan Guetler, Dane Searls, and Cam Pianta. The jumps were not in the best shape but everyone made do and I qualified into the 7 man final in 6th. The final was 2 runs best run counted so it was all or nothing.

After the first runs were done I was sitting in second behind Colin Mackay. My second run was a bit better than my first. I did a 3 whip to x on the first, 3 flattie the second then 3 no hander the 3rd. It wasn't enough to catch Colin but I ended up holding on to the second spot for the rest of the comp. I plan on getting out this week and trying to film some stuff for my upcoming demolition parts section.

Cheers

Dave

Joey Bradford

Big Daddy was looking to kick off the New Year with some solid racing finishes. Unfortunately it wasn’t meant to be. He struggled in the motos both days and just didn’t have enough to make it through to the mains. He managed a fifth in Pro Cruiser each day, but not being in the Vet mains is a tough pill to swallow.

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Mike Day:

AA Pro - R.O.C.:  4th

AA Pro - Grands:  5th (semi)

Mike has been dealing with lower back problems for the past few months, and it’s really been affecting his ability to train and prepare for racing.  He came to the Grands simply looking to roll the dice, do his best and see how it goes.  He actually did pretty well, all things considered.  A solid fourth place finish at the Race of Champions event on Friday and a fifth place in the AA Pro semi on Sunday at the Grands were what he had to show for his efforts.  Get better Mike and we’ll see you in the winner’s circle soon.           

Joey Bradford:

AA Pro - R.O.C.:  5th (semi)

AA Pro - Grands:   DNQ

Vet Pro – R.O.C.:  DNQ
Pro Cruiser – R.O.C.: DNQ                                                    

Vet Pro - Grands:  DNQ
Pro Cruiser - Grands:  DNQ

It was super frustrating and disappointing weekend for Big Daddy here at the 2009 ABA Grands.  He failed to transfer out of the motos in any of the classes he entered.  Though he came into the Grands sitting in the number five spot in national points for Pro Cruiser and in the number 8 spot in Vet Pro, he had to sit and watch the main events from the side lines.  The 46 year old legendary BMX racer still managed to end the season with number six in Pro cruiser and number 7 in Vet Pro. Nice.  

10x – Grands:  4th
10 cru – Grands: 8th
10 open – Grands: 1st
                                                                                                
Bubba was riding really well here at the Grands in Tulsa.  He hardly lost a moto all weekend.  If it wasn’t for a few bad breaks in the 10 expert and the 10 cruiser class, he very well could have won all three events.  Keep it up Bubba, you’re on your way to being a BMX super star and GT is lucky to have you.

Hey guys, I just got back from Orlando dew tour last night, I drove down there from NC which wasn't too bad. I was going into the comp with a bit of a hurt wrist so I wasn't too excited. I rode dirt on Thursday and my wrist wasn't holding up too well. I ended up in 24th place. Saturday was park prelims and I still could hardly pump around the course, it was real annoying cause I was looking forward to this contest but couldn't even give it my all. I ended up taking it easy and took 30th place.

I went to the doctor this morning in Greenville and had some xays. Everything looks normal but it does not feel like it. I have a MRI appointment tomorrow at 4:30 to get it checked out more.

I'm flying to Cali Friday morning for the ride bmx video "Range Of Motion" premiere that I have a full section in. The premier is Friday night at the ride offices in Orange county. Then I will be in Cali for the weekend. Back home Monday and then to the doc Tuesday to see the results of the MRI. Hopefully nothing too crazy going on in there. Until then I will keep you posted!

Dillsy

Mike Day:

AA Pro - Saturday:  6th (semi final)

AA Pro - Sunday:  DNQ

Mike had a really tough time this weekend in Lancaster.  His first straight pull wasn’t what he was hoping for, and with the track being a bit on the “easy side”, there wasn’t really anywhere for him to make up ground.  He signed a ton of autographs, took a lot of pictures with the fans and even did some TV interview stuff for an upcoming BMX program.  All things considered, he did a fine job representing GT Bicycles.

AA Pro - Saturday:  DNQ

Eric Rupe:

Vet Pro - Saturday:  7th
Pro Cruiser:  6th

Vet Pro – Sunday:  5th                                           
Pro Cruiser:  7th                               

Bubba Gonzales:

10x - Saturday:  7th
10 cru – Saturday:  1st

10x – Sunday:  1st
10 cru – Sunday:  1st
                                                                                                
Bubba was on fire this weekend and his results sure showed it.  He ripped his way to wins in three out of the four classes he entered.  If it wasn’t for a crash in the 10 expert main on Saturday, he most likely would have won that as well.  Looks like his wrist is doing just fine.  Way to go Bub!!