AXO Sport America history
This is my look back at Jim Hale’s AXO Sports America. AXO was one of the most influential gear companies of the late eighties and early nineties. From the time of their inception in 1984 through their sale in 1998 they were one of the most high-profile brands in the industry. This is a look back at the brand through its amazing products in this … Continue reading AXO Sport America history
1997 Fox Racing Doug Henry “What’s stopping you?” poster
This is my all-time favorite Fox Racing poster and probably my favorite motocross ad of any kind. I know many of you would like to have a copy of this classic so I have scanned this at high resolution and posted it here so you can download it and have it printed out for your garage or man cave. Continue reading 1997 Fox Racing Doug Henry “What’s stopping you?” poster
Clear Channel vs. AMA Pro Racing: The Story Of How The FIM Became Involved in AMA Supercross
These days we hear a lot of grumbling about the involvement of the FIM in “our” Supercross series. From the odd black flagging decisions to the draconian drug penalties, the shadow of the FIM looms large over Monster Energy Supercross. The reasons for this complex entanglement are numerous and varied, but the crux of them go back to a power struggle that took place all … Continue reading Clear Channel vs. AMA Pro Racing: The Story Of How The FIM Became Involved in AMA Supercross
Yamaha’s Motocross Ads Through The Years
Here is the fourth installment in my Yamaha Motocross ad history series. These videos cover Yamaha’s ads from the 1970s all the way through the 2000s Continue reading Yamaha’s Motocross Ads Through The Years
KTM’s 1984 Motocross and Off-Road lineup
Here is a look back at KTM’s motocross and off-road models for 1984. This is the first year for the inverted forks on the 495MX and a good year for KTM overall. 1984 KTM Brochure Continue reading KTM’s 1984 Motocross and Off-Road lineup
