2009 AMA ATV Motocross Nationals #8 - Muddy Creek - ATV Race Coverage

I got asked who I write these coverage threads for, and it's an answer with several directions:p

It's for the fans, who can't travel and want to see the race and expierence it through the coverage. And for the families that couldnt make the trip. Our live coverage of the events takes atleast two people and one big long distance phone bill every round, but we wouldnt have it any other way! And if there are technical difficulties, my wife lets me know it when I get home if our son is racing so trust me, we know how much it sucks if something doesnt go as planned!

It's for the racers, for whom we do our very best to support no matter what class they happen to be in. Although we can't cover every class, we try and mix it up the best we can.

It's for the sport, as this website is focused on bringing the world of atv racing and it's lifestyle to the world. The entire world gets to see a glimpse inside the sport which hopefully will lead to growth for us all.

So, with that in mind, if it sounds like we are explaining some details that you racers have heard or read a zillion times, bare with us as we hope to bring more folks to the track and into the sport through our efforts and your continued cooperation

Now for the amatuer racers, I think this track seperates those who have some serious skills and will deffinatley weigh heavily favored to those in good physical shape.

I love this track for first turn pictures, but I am not so sure alot of racers like the down hill run that immediatley follows. It's a blast to watch and it always impresses me how well the racers tackle it. Everyone has to run the same track so like it or not, the gate will drop and you'll be in it in a matter of seconds!

Flat corners, off cambers, Muddy Creek seems to really offer up a challenging course. It's no wonder it hosts several prestigous rounds of racing for the bikes that garner nationwide attention.

Several rythm and whoops sections will test your skills as you go bar to bar through them. These guys all make it look to easy:p

The jumps here at Muddy Creek range from mild to wild and big air is combined with a very technical approach.....and some serious braking as the landing often leads to a downhill turn!

The youth racers will blow your mind as they work this track. It flat out amazes me how talented these kids are and the layout here really showcases thier talents.

I've been covering racing for along time, and I can tell you that in the years to come, we will be treated to some of the best racing ever as these guys grow through the ranks. The things they are learning now will make them the next crop of Pro's and when they get to that level, it will be insane to watch.

One racer that has honed his skills in the youth ranks is #77 Nicholas Moser. Moser is climbing the ranks and will soon be a rider that will be primed for the Pro Am classes. He is pretty smooth, very fast and very dedicated and his results are showing his skill level.

Sometimes being a great racer doesn't always equal your name in the win column. For Matt Shapaka, this season has been a struggle but he was looking pretty determined here at Muddy Creek. Shapaka is one of those racers you cheer for just because he is an all around good guy, and is a great ambassador to our sport. It's not uncommon to see him with a gaggle of kids surrounding him as he seems to be the go to guy for a good laugh!