the business of racing
Millions of dollars are spent on racing. This page features posts about the business side of racing with an emphasis on understanding the return on those dollars.
ABC Compounding and Arlington SX
On the Friday before the Arlington Supercross I was able to attend a small meeting and tour at ABC Compounding of Texas. This is the facility that packages both Plastic Shine and Helmet Renew for Engine Ice. Since the supercross series was in town and less than 15...
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A look back and a look ahead Supercross 2018
Following the season finale in Las Vegas, the Monster Energy Supercross team put out a press release the wrapped up the series, congratulated the winners and set the stage for what was coming in 2019. The complete press release is below but I thought I would give you...
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36 Hours of Live Coverage for 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship
The 2018 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series is right around the corner. MX Sports just announced the TV package that includes 36 hours of live coverage and more than 70 total hours of action. (See complete press release below) For less than $5 per...
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The Great Outdoors 11 – Returns this May
One of the best video series, The Great Outdoors makes its return this May. Personally, I am really looking forward to this video as Troy and his team always present the sport in it's truest form. From the series: After a 6-year hiatus, the biggest motocross film...
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Old Bridge Township Raceway Park Opens Motocross Racing Season March 18th
This week I've been busy with drafting and distributing more press releases. The one for the Legends and Heroes Tour announcing Joe Burke as the Legend for the St Louis Supercross and the one below announcing the 43rd consecutive motocross season at Raceway Park in...
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Feld Announces VIP Experiences for Supercross
Last week, Feld Entertainment announced special access for supercross fans for the 2018 supercross series. Through a series of different opportunities, supercross fans can now view the sport like never before. No other sport has these types of experiences available to...
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Suzuki Withdraws from MXGP and All Japan MX
In an announcement made public last week Suzuki Motor Corporation confirmed that they were pulling out of MXGP and All Japan Motocross activities. Now, this may come as a surprise to many but the rumor has been floating around out there the last couple of month. With...
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The Business of Racing – Ryan Villopoto to Answer
In a press release announced on October 19th. After a long association with motocross clothing company, Thor. Multi-time and retired champion Ryan Villopoto has signed with Answer Racing. The move has raised some eyebrows within the sport as Villopoto was a Thor lifer...
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