A twisted course featuring 16 obstacles, scores of extreme runners and walkers, and a team of volunteers cement ERX Extreme 5K presented by Farrell’s Extreme Body Shaping for return in 2019, Derrick Justin Earns Fastest Time
Elk River, Minn. May 30, 2018 – If there’s one thing ERX Motor Park in Elk River is not, is complacent. Always looking for events to add to the venue’s growing roster, this spring marked the introduction of the ERX Extreme 5K presented by Farrell’s Extreme Body Shaping; and based on the muddy smiles from the hundreds of participants who tackled the natural terrain course and its 16 obstacles, the event was an extreme success.
Obstacle challenged 5k and 10k events are certainly not new but leave it to the competitive staff at ERX to put their own signature twist to the concept. With a course weaving its way through the rolling terrain of the 400-acre park, participants faced a wide breadth of challenges along the way including obstacles such as Trench Warfare, Snow-Nami, and the Eliminator.
“It was a great first year event,” said Taylor Carlson, Marketing Manager for the facility. “Everyone loved the course, we had a great turnout, and many said they’d not only be back next year but were returning with friends.”
The top overall finisher with the quickest time was Derrick Justin, who complimented ERX staffers on not just the track, but how well the event was organized. Those same words were echoed by Aaron Zappa of Elk River, the first competitor to complete the course. “It was outstanding! Everything was well built for an inaugural year event…it was challenging…it couldn’t have been any better.”
The ERX Extreme 5K is just one of many events the venue has planned for the upcoming summer season. Forthcoming events include Professional Bull Riding and Barrel Racing, Monster Truck Madness, Lupulin Brewing IPA Invitational tasting event, and a fan favorite Day of the Dozer. In addition, the Beater X compact car, truck and side-by-side race series is back, and the summer will be highlighted by the ERX Off-Road National, presented by Polaris, a weekend of professional short-course off-road truck racing July 13 and 14.
ERX Extreme 5K presented by Farrell’s Extreme Body Shaping Top Finishers by Class:
17 and Under
Male: Gavin Hemmer
Female: Taven Woodie
18-29
Male: Charlie Revering
Female: Rebecca Grupp
About ERX Motor Park ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
World Leader in Off-Road is Perfect Partner for Return of Professional Short-Course Off-Road Truck Racing at ERX Motor Park in Elk River, July 13 and 14
Elk River, Minn. May 29, 2018 – Polaris Industries has been named the presenting sponsor for the ERX Off-Road National slated to return to ERX Motor Park in Elk River, Minnesota July 13 and 14. The announced partnership will significantly bolster the fan experience at the event with planned demo rides for adults and youth, a celebrity race featuring the rally inspired, single seat RZR RS1, and a youth RANGER 150 giveaway.
“Polaris is unquestionably the world leader in off-road,” said Jeremy Meyer, ERX Director of Business Development. “They are the perfect fit for ERX as we host the best drivers, the biggest teams, and the intense rivalry of professional short-course off-road truck racing.”
With a planned “take-over” of ERX during the Lucas Oil Midwest Short Course League weekend, Polaris wants to bring the passion for off-road alive through demo ride experiences and a showcase celebrity race.
“Nothing truly communicates the class-leading performance, the capabilities, or the toughness of our vehicles until you drive one,” said Matt Boone of Polaris. “ERX not only allows us to effectively reach thousands of enthusiasts, it’s also the perfect venue to allow fans to experience first-hand our vehicle’s capabilities, right in our backyard.”
One way Polaris will showcase their off-road prowess will be through a celebrity race on Saturday afternoon, immediately following opening ceremonies. With several big names slated to appear, the true star of the event will be the Polaris RZR RS1, a race inspired vehicle designed for drivers and engineered to deliver the ultimate combination of power, precision, and agility.
Fan interest and early ticket sales for the ERX Off-Road National, presented by Polaris is fast outpacing last year’s event, and the addition of fan experience activities from Polaris will only further accelerate this momentum. To learn more, reserve camping space, and purchase tickets visit erxmotorpark.com/off-road/.
ERX Off-Road National, Presented by Polaris Dates: Friday and Saturday, July 13 and 14 Tickets:
About ERX Motor Park
ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Home-state hero Nathan Ferderer took down over 20 of the Midwest’s heaviest-hitters to win the AA class at the first-ever Frostbuster Grand Prix. The opening round of the new Timbersled Border Battle XC series presented by Custom Outfitters, the Frostbuster lived up to its name with 22” of snow covering the eight mile hare scramble loop just 10 days prior to race day.
Event staff worked feverishly to remove snow from the single track using snow blowers and shovels to clear miles of uphill and downhill trail. And while slick frost remained a concern, Mother Nature made good on her earlier transgressions, delivering sun and seventy degree temps the week of the race, leaving trails in near perfect condition.
For Ferderer, the win meant $1,000 in his pocket along with a 50 pound, handmade Sasquatch trophy and also marked another weekend in which the Checkpoint Off-Road/KTM rider kept his name in the spotlight, having already scored an ISDE qualifier win and national enduro podium this season.
Drew Higgins slices a piece of chocolate cake that was in the deep freeze just one week ago.
Airgroup/Enduro Engineering/Husqvarna rider Drew Higgins made the trek north from Texas and grabbed the holeshot on the two hour race and proceeded to battle with Sterling, Illinois’ Cody Barnes at the front of the field in the early going. Higgins had a fall near the end of lap one setting up a race-long dual between Barnes and Ferderer.
“It was a fun day at the Frostbuster,” said Ferderer. With a record size AA line for D23, I was happy to start in 6th place. I made a few quick passes and by mid lap one I was third behind Cody Barnes and Drew Higgens. Drew tipped over near the end of lap one and we made our way through. I followed Cody until mid lap two when he made a mistake and went off-course. Once out front I was able to control the pace. Cody followed me closely as we worked our way through the many lapped riders. Cody passed me when I stopped for fuel, but I quickly passed him back when he tangled with a lapped rider. With three laps remaining I was then able to get a few lapped riders between us and pull away. I really enjoyed the soft soil conditions in the woods and the dust in the open didn’t bother me. Very happy to take home the cool Squatch trophy and the big cash payout. I’m looking forward to round two of the Border Battle, I haven’t raced in Rhinelander, Wisconsin since 2009!”
Illinois’ Cody Barnes made a surprise visit to Minnesota and challenged for the win throughout the day, finishing second overall.
Barnes would finish second overall with local supercross ace Jerry Robin rounding out the podium in third. Higgins would recover and finish fourth, followed by GasGas-mounted Nick Swenson in fifth. Swenson had a big get off of his own on the moto portion of the course when he cased a double and Supermaned into the sand exiting the track.
Multi-talented Jerry Robin (9047) was last to leave the AA row but quickly raced through the pack to finish on the podium in third.
Andrew Smith was one of several riders who came up from Missouri. Smith, racing in the Vet A class, cracked the top 10 overall and took home a Squatch trophy of his own for winning the A Overall. Multi-time Pro snowmobile XC champions Zach Herfindahl was seventh. Herfindahl just finished up his snow season last week and was putting his first hours on a new GasGas.
Andrew Smith was one of several Missouri racers to compete. Smith won the Vet A class, taking top overall honors in A and cracking the top 10 in AA.
The event featured a $3,000 purse paying back 10 places and was shared among racer from five states. District 23 has always held a prominent spot in the off-road world but the Frostbuster set what many long-time members are calling a new record with 477 total entries.
477 riders and over 1,500 spectators took advantage of a perfect spring day to participate in the first round of the new Border Battle XC series.
Promoter RideX365 brought a big-time feel to the weekend with a massive vendor row and cross-promotion between well-known woods racers and some of the top snowmobile racers from the region who often cross-train on bikes. The event was held at ERX Motor Park, a 400 acre multi-sport racing facility that hosts regional snocross, short-course truck and UTV racing, Monster trucks, concerts and rodeos. The addition of off-road motorcycles was a perfect fit with their existing amenities and close proximity to the Twin Cities metro which is home to a large percentage of D23 racers.
Retired national pro snocross champion Robbie Malinoski (365) digs for an inside line off the start of the Vet A race.
Amateur racers negotiate a series of log jumps off the start of the race.
The ageless Matt Stavish jumped into AA and made a solid showing with a sixth place.
Factory Arctic Cat XC snowmobile champion Zach Herfindahl pins it through the “dune” section of the course leading to the moto track. Herf finished 7th in AA.
25 AA riders leave the snow-lined start of the Frostbuster in front of a packed house at ERX Motor Park.
Jayme French grabs the holeshot in 200A on his way to a class win.
Racers enter the short course truck track for a quick sand spring back into the woods.
Ferderer hoists the unique Frostbuster trophy flanked by runner-up Barnes (L) and Jerry Robin (R).
Next up for the series is the Sugar Camp hare scrambles in Sugar Camp, Wisconsin on August 19. Racers from all classes in the three round Border Battle XC series are competing for a Grand Prize TImberlsed Snow Bike kit based on their class finishes plus bonus rider points.
Overall Results
1. Nathan Ferderer MN KTM2. Cody Barnes IL YAM3. Jerry Robin MN YAM4. Drew Higgins TX HUS5. Nick Swenson MN GG6. Matt Stavish MN KTM7. Zach Herfindahl WI GG8. Chaz Herzog MN YAM9. Andrew Smith MO KTM10. Matt Lindberg MN KAW
The 3rd-Annual ERX Off-Road National returns to ERX Motor Park July 13-14!
Experience outdoor racing like you’ve never seen it before as 900-horsepower trucks will take to the mile-long ERX track where battles will wow spectators.
Make it a weekend experience and camp in one of our premium, scenic campgrounds! Don’t miss two days of high-flying off-road racing.
For tickets, camping passes and more info, click here!
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– Free access to the pits
– Autograph signing with top drivers
– After-party & concert Friday Night
– Off-Road Vendor Expo
Corona, CA (March 22, 2018) – For the first time in a decade, the visceral motorsport of short course racing will, once again, be unified – thanks to a newly completed partnership with Lucas Oil and a group of Midwest racing tracks that include: Crandon International Raceway (Wisconsin), Bark River International Raceway (Michigan), and ERX Motor Park (Minnesota).
“All of us in the short course world have worked tirelessly over the past 10 years to promote the sport and help it to reach its full potential,” explained Lucas Oil Executive Vice President Bob Patison. “This expansion is not only exciting for all sides, but it also incorporates big events at proven venues. The objective is to create one viable national touring series for the PRO categories in the next year or two, but we also want to address the economic realities of short course racing by examining a blended rules package and lowering operating costs in the near future.”
The long-term agreement was created to unify the sport on a national level over the course of the next two seasons and into the future. Today’s announcement is based upon the strengths, history and unique aspects of a form of motorsport that has deep roots in both the American west coast and Midwest. Short course racing began in the fall of 1970 in the tiny Northwoods town of Crandon, Wisconsin.
“We have been involved with this sport longer than anybody, but it was finally the right time to come together and work in one unified direction,” observed Crandon International Raceway President Cliff Flannery. “History is a great teacher. No major form of motorsports has operated successfully with two or more groups working against each other for racers, sponsors, fans or attention. Together with Lucas Oil, our goal is to bring racing fans the best athletes and highest level of competition at the biggest venues for years to come.”
For 2018, this new partnership will kick-off with the four weekend championship events, for both the PRO and Sportsman categories, which will compete this season under existing Midwest rules packages. Crandon International Raceway will host the season opener at the 25th Anniversary Forest County Potawatomi Community Brush Run on June 15th-17th. The competitors then travel over to the 3rd Annual Off Road Race at ERX on July 13th-14th then head over to the Bark River International Raceway for the August 10th-12th for the 43rd Bark River Off Road Rumble in the U.P. The season will then conclude at the 49th Annual World Championship Off Road Race and the Crandon World Cup/AMSOIL Cup held at Crandon International Raceway, August 31st – Sept. 2nd.
“Bark River is ecstatic to help originate the collaboration between the Midwest tracks and Lucas Oil. To create our own Midwest championship shows racers, fans and partners that we are positioning ourselves, in collaboration with our peers, to build and expand short course racing not only now, but for years to come,” comments Courtney Prost, Director of Development, Bark River International Raceway. “We have always had the best interest of racing in mind while taking these steps. In doing so, we are confident that we will be able to grow the number of athletes and level of competition we are bringing to Bark River, with the Lucas Oil group.”
The new venture also incorporates an extensive broadcast and online streaming package for Midwest races and corporate partners that includes the world-class Lucas Oil Production Studio team responsible for all of the Lucas Oil TV programming. PRO category racers can look forward to a total of 16 one hour broadcast shows on MAVTV (with multiple showings) that are comprised of four one hour shows – per race weekend. In addition, broadcast quality live streaming will cover approximately five hours of PRO and Sportsman categories – per race day – to be distributed internationally – via Lucas Oil Racing TV (LORTV).
“While we represent the newest purpose-built venue in short course racing, the spirit of cooperation between the Lucas Oil group and the Midwest tracks is the most positive development yet in helping us reach ERX’s full potential,” explained President Chris Carlson. “We are within an hour’s drive of a huge population base, located in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul area. I am confident that bringing the best teams, competition and exposure – via our new partnership with Lucas Oil – will drive our future success.
Lucas Oil and the award winning Lucas Oil Studios, along with the three Midwest track management groups, are working diligently on all of the logistics and as many details as possible. The details will be released as they become available over the coming days and weeks – leading up to each of the four scheduled weekends.
“We are working to finalize all of the preliminary plans,” stated Ritchie Lewis of Lucas Oil. “This all came about very quickly and with a tremendous amount of welcomed cooperation between Lucas Oil, Crandon, Bark River and ERX. From the moment we were notified, our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that we do our part in keeping short course racing alive and well in the Midwest. We are excited to work with the Sportsman and Pro teams in a manner that does not prevent anyone from racing. We want every short course competitor in the country to feel welcome and come out and support these tracks and have a good time while racing under the Lucas Oil banner.”
2018 LUCAS OIL OFF ROAD RACING SERIES MIDWEST
LUCAS OIL MIDWEST SPORTSMAN REGIONAL SERIES SCHEDULE
CRANDON, Wisconsin (March 5, 2018) – Citing the need to ensure the future of short-course off-road racing in the American Midwest, Crandon International Raceway, Bark River and ERX Motor Park today announced their immediate withdrawal from The Off Road Racing Championship Series (TORC).
In addition, the three purpose-built facilities announced that planning is underway for a five-weekend championship race series that will incorporate both traditional PRO and Sportsman truck, buggy and UTV categories as well as Crandon’s 49th annual Labor Day weekend World Championship/World Cup races.
“We very much appreciate the effort that the TORC ownership group has put into the series over the past two seasons,” explained Crandon President Cliff Flannery. “Our group of Midwest track owners invested a great deal of time, energy and patience in hopes of helping the TORC series return to a top-tier entertainment product. Unfortunately, recent business developments dictate that as a group we must take a different direction in moving toward the future.”
BARK RIVER TRADITION: For 40 years the sounds of off-road racing have been a mid-summer tradition at Michigan’s Bark River International Raceway. Located in the state’s Upper Peninsula, the annual weekend attracts thousands of enthusiastic fans (above).
While the group is engaged in detailed discussions for the 2018 season, one primary objective in moving forward is to execute a five-weekend weekend championship that will see two events at Wisconsin’s Crandon International Raceway, two at Minnesota’s ERX and one at Michigan’s Bark River International Raceway.
The 2018 championship is expected to include all current PRO and Sportsman classes to be run under existing rules and technical specifications.
All three tracks offer fans and racers purpose-built facilities, along with a dedicated fan base that includes the sport’s largest single weekend – Labor Day weekend’s 49th annual Crandon World Championship Off-Road Races(R). Last year the event saw a record crowd of 54,404 guests take over Crandon’s 400 acres.
The Crandon World Cup is part of the Crandon World Championship Off-Road Race weekend that comprised 29 races in 2017, including a complete slate of PRO and Sportsman classes. Coveted Crandon World Championship titles and custom rings were presented to all PRO and Sportsman winners.
As is Crandon World Cup tradition, the 2018 format will once again feature the world’s best off-road racers competing in a wide variety of PRO categories including PRO 4 unlimited trucks, PRO 2 East and PRO 2 two-wheel drive trucks, PRO Light limited trucks, PRO Buggy open-wheel cars, PRO Stock and PRO Modified UTV classes and the PRO Modified Karts for the sport’s youngest drivers. New for 2018 is the addition of the PRO Ultra4 category, part of the Nitto Tires Triple Crown of Off Road that includes the King of the Hammers race as well as this week’s BFGoodrich Mint 400 in Las Vegas.
URBAN ERX: The newest purpose-built, off-road race track is the ERX Motor Park in Elk River, Minnesota. Located less than 40 miles from downtown Minneapolis, the world-class facility provides intense of-road action to a growing legion of fans.
The Midwest track owners promise to release additional championship information, as well as a finalized 2018 season schedule and more, as soon as possible.
“For all of us, the bottom line for 2018 is that there will be top notch PRO and Sportsman short-course off-road racing in the Midwest,” concluded Flannery. “While this season is very important, the overall direction the sport takes for the immediate and long term future will be crucial for our collective success. We ask that our racers, fans and corporate partners grant us a bit of patience in bringing all the pieces together.”
CRANDON, Wisconsin (March 5, 2018) – Citing the need to ensure the future of short-course off-road racing in the American Midwest, Crandon International Raceway, Bark River and ERX Motor Park today announced their immediate withdrawal from The Off Road Racing Championship (TORC Series).
In addition, the three purpose-built facilities announced that planning is underway for a five-weekend championship race series that will incorporate both traditional PRO and Sportsman truck, buggy and UTV categories as well as Crandon’s 49th annual Labor Day weekend World Championship/World Cup races.
“We very much appreciate the effort that the TORC ownership group has put into the series over the past two seasons,” explained Crandon President Cliff Flannery. “Our group of Midwest track owners invested a great deal of time, energy and patience in hopes of helping the TORC series return to a top-tier entertainment product. Unfortunately, recent business developments dictate that as a group we must take a different direction in moving toward the future.”
BARK RIVER TRADITION: For 40 years the sounds of off-road racing have been a mid-summer tradition at Michigan’s Bark River International Raceway. Located in the state’s Upper Peninsula, the annual weekend attracts thousands of enthusiastic fans (above).
While the group is engaged in detailed discussions for the 2018 season, one primary objective in moving forward is to execute a five-weekend weekend championship that will see two events at Wisconsin’s Crandon International Raceway, two at Minnesota’s ERX and one at Michigan’s Bark River International Raceway.
The 2018 championship is expected to include all current PRO and Sportsman classes to be run under existing rules and technical specifications.
All three tracks offer fans and racers purpose-built facilities, along with a dedicated fan base that includes the sport’s largest single weekend – Labor Day weekend’s 49th annual Crandon World Championship Off-Road Races(R). Last year the event saw a record crowd of 54,404 guests take over Crandon’s 400 acres.
The Crandon World Cup is part of the Crandon World Championship Off-Road Race weekend that comprised 29 races in 2017, including a complete slate of PRO and Sportsman classes. Coveted Crandon World Championship titles and custom rings were presented to all PRO and Sportsman winners.
As is Crandon World Cup tradition, the 2018 format will once again feature the world’s best off-road racers competing in a wide variety of PRO categories including PRO 4 unlimited trucks, PRO 2 East and PRO 2 two-wheel drive trucks, PRO Light limited trucks, PRO Buggy open-wheel cars, PRO Stock and PRO Modified UTV classes and the PRO Modified Karts for the sport’s youngest drivers. New for 2018 is the addition of the PRO Ultra4 category, part of the Nitto Tires Triple Crown of Off Road that includes the King of the Hammers race as well as this week’s BFGoodrich Mint 400 in Las Vegas.
URBAN ERX: The newest purpose-built, off-road race track is the ERX Motor Park in Elk River, Minnesota. Located less than 40 miles from downtown Minneapolis, the world-class facility provides intense of-road action to a growing legion of fans.
The Midwest track owners promise to release additional championship information, as well as a finalized 2018 season schedule and more, as soon as possible.
“For all of us, the bottom line for 2018 is that there will be top notch PRO and Sportsman short-course off-road racing in the Midwest,” concluded Flannery. “While this season is very important, the overall direction the sport takes for the immediate and long term future will be crucial for our collective success. We ask that our racers, fans and corporate partners grant us a bit of patience in bringing all the pieces together.”
ELK RIVER, Minn. (Feb. 8, 2018) – As soon as the snow dust settled on last weekend’s innovative and highly-entertaining ERX Eliminator snocross race, the groomers at ERX Motor Park began reworking and tuning the snocross track specifically for recreational snowmobilers of all ages to test the latest in Polaris, Ski-Doo and Arctic Cat snowmobiles.
Dubbed “Ride Day” at ERX, the consumer-faced event was a big hit as ERX wrapped up its 10th anniversary celebration weekend by giving back to the fans in the coolest of ways. All kinds of positive feedback on Ride Day poured into the ERX offices throughout the week. Here’s a sampling of what the snowmobile industry had to say about the event:
“The ERX Demo Day was a huge success for us. It was great to see people who have driven a snowmobile before, and some that have never been on one, get the chance to drive the 2018 Arctic Cat models. With snow being scarce the past few years it is so nice to have a place like ERX to bring people out and get a ride in. It is something that we hope we can do again soon!” – PJ Wanderscheid, Country Cat
“Most of the compliments we received was for ERX having the event to start with and also being able to try out the latest machines from each manufacture on a competitive style course. Another compliment we received was for having a variety of machines ranging from mountain to trail models as well as having various Ski-Doo models with the 850 E-TEC to give people a better perspective on the power and responsiveness from the new big bore engine. We did also hear from quite a few people that the Ski-Doo Renegade was the fan favorite with one of the smoothest ride and more planted feeling in the corners, giving the average rider more confidence in their riding ability. Overall everyone seemed to have a wonderful time and we look forward to being there next year.” –Eric Swaser, Power Lodge
“Ride Day at ERX was a huge success and it was great to see so many people come out and enjoy a fun winter activity that Minnesota has to offer! My favorite part of the event was watching all the children get out and be able to ride a snowmobiles. Introducing snowmobiles to our next generation is so important and this is a perfect way for us to do it! Our staff was honored to be able to get out with the community at ERX Motor Park and give people a chance to test drive a Polaris snowmobile and ask questions regarding the sleds.” – Kathy Bethke, Mies Outland
“The ERX track brought out what each machine was capable of which was great to see. I know people enjoyed the variety of machines that were on hand as well. Being able to get direct feedback and give people information while on a sled is beyond perfect conditions for us to succeed.” – AJ Oster, Power Lodge
The staff at ERX Motor Park would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that came out and helped us celebrate our 10th anniversary. From the fans to the racers, track workers, dealers and industry members, thank you for being a part of the celebration. We look forward to many more memories at the track with you!
ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
ERX MOTOR PARK CONTACT: Taylor Carlson 612.670.4554
Kamm goes undefeated through the field of 15 top professional Snocross racers during the head-to-head Snocross racing competition at ERX Motor Park Friday night.
ELK RIVER, Minn. (Feb. 3, 2018) – Hentges Racing/Polaris’ Kody Kamm won the inaugural ERX Eliminator, presented by Woodie’s Racing/Sunoco Fuels last night at ERX Motor Park, going undefeated through the winner’s bracket and defeating Lincoln Lemieux (Scheuring Speed Sports/Ski-Doo), who won the loser’s bracket, in the night’s final race to earn $10,000 (of the $20,000 total purse).
“Honestly, I really wasn’t that confident about tonight. Just decided to do this race yesterday,” said Kamm. “Came out with the fastest times in practice and won all day. So I was really pumped with that.”
Petter Narsa flies high during the qualifying rounds.
The qualifying rounds proved prophetic to the semifinal matchups as the number one, two, three and four seeds made the semis of the ERX Eliminator winner’s bracket, with Kamm and his Hentges Racing/Polaris teammate Petter Narsa, the number three seed, reaching the winner’s bracket finals. Kamm had defeated number four seed Kyle Pallin (Team LaVallee/Polaris) in his bracket, while Narsa made the winner’s bracket finals with a win over number two seed – and top Pro Lite finisher – Nisse Kjellstrom (Arctic Cat).
Kamm’s route to winning the lion’s share ($10K) of the $20,000 total Eliminator purse began yesterday afternoon with a blistering 46.969 qualifying run – the only sub-47 second run of the day on the rugged and technical ERX Motor Park track. Kamm opened the first round of one-on-one Eliminator racing with a win over number 16 seed Evan Daudt (Team LaVallee/Polaris). In round two, Kamm topped a fast Johan Lidman (Woodie’s Racing/Arctic Cat), before beating Pallin to the checkers in the semis.
The top-16 racers prepare to battle for the $10k.
Narsa’s run to the winner’s bracket finals would go through number 14 seed Travis Muller (Arctic Cat) in the opening round, number eight seed Lemieux in round two and Kjellstrom in the semis.
In the winner’s bracket finals, Kamm pulled another big start and, in his effort to keep up, Narsa made a mistake in the first jump section, coming up short, and handing the win to Kamm.
In the loser’s bracket Pallin and Lemieux would meet in the semis with Lemieux grabbing a clean holeshot and running away from Pallin. Narsa, following his winner’s bracket final loss to teammate Kamm, would meet Lemieux to decide the loser’s bracket winner – which would be Lemieux, avenging his loss in round two to Narsa. Narsa would end up third and pocket $1,500.
Said Narsa: “I wanted more, but I’m happy with this. Kody (Kamm) buys dinner tonight.”
Back to the final race of the Eliminator, Kamm and Lemieux faced off with Lemieux making things interesting, winning the battle to the first turn, only to give up the lead to Kamm soon thereafter. Lemieux would keep it close through the end of the opening lap, but a late mistake would end it. Kamm, the defending ISOC Snocross Pro Open champion, would pocket a cool $10K on the evening, with Lemieux earning $2,500 for his second place effort.
Added Lemieux: “Overall the track was great. Lot of big jumps, track was fast. This was a lot of fun.”
Kids’ Champ 120cc and Stock 200cc podium
120 1st – Cameron Cole, Maple Plain, Minn. 2nd – Tucker Haala, Sleepy Eye, Minn. 3rd – Carter Meyeraan, Prior Lake, Minn.
200 1st – Ryan Marconett, Prior Lake 2nd – Landon Giese, Alma Center, Wis. 3rd – Riley Johnson, Otsego, Minn.
For more information on the ERX Eliminator and our 10-year Anniversary Celebration, as well as sponsorship and promotional opportunities, please contact Jeremy Meyer at jmeyer@sportechinc.com or 218-838-8778.
ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
ERX secures presenting sponsors for inaugural head-to-head Snocross race
Elk River, Minn. January 4th, 2018 – ERX Motor Park is pleased to announce that Sunoco Fuels and Woodie’s Racing are partnering to become the co-presenting sponsors of the ERX Eliminator, presented by Sunoco and Woodie’s Racing, on February 2, 2018.
ERX will host the inaugural ERX Eliminator as part of a three-day celebration for the motor park’s ten-year anniversary, February 1-3, 2018. The ERX Eliminator will bring the top Pro and Pro Lite Snocross racers in the world to Elk River, Minn. for a head-to-head, double elimination showdown and a $20,000 purse. The ERX Eliminator, presented by Sunoco and Woodie’s Racing, will also feature 120 and 200 class races, a vintage snowmobile show, autograph sessions and an after-party following the racing.
Sunoco, which has shown its support in the snowmobile industry over the past year, including sponsorship of the ISOC national series and team sponsorships, will also be the spec fuel for the ERX Eliminator with pro teams running Sunoco Surge 105 octane racing fuel.
“We are very happy to have the opportunity to support the ERX Eliminator. Sunoco began a relationship with Snocross racing in 2017 and we look forward to many years of support for Snocross racers and enthusiasts. We believe this sport represents the core values of Sunoco through an exciting, family-friendly, venue that will continue to grow fan enthusiasm into the foreseeable future.”
Woodie’s Racing noted, “We are proud of our partnership with Sunoco and the work we’re doing together to promote the sport of Snocross. We feel strongly about what ERX does for the snowmobile racing community and look forward to a long-term relationship with them.”
Woodie’s Racing has been recognized for their hand in growing the sport of Snocross and continued investment in team and event sponsorships while building community support.
The ERX Eliminator will be bookended by an additional ERX Grassroots Snocross series race on Thursday, February 1 and an OEM-demo day on Saturday, February 3, that will allow the public the opportunity to ride on the ERX track on the brand of their choice (Arctic Cat, Polaris and Ski Doo) free of charge.
The ERX Eliminator and Grassroots Snocross events will be live streamed via Speed Shift TV on all ERX formats.
Stay tuned on the ERX social channels and ERXMotorPark.com for more details closer to the event.
Elk River, Minn. December 21, 2017 – ERX Motor Park will kick-off its year-long, 10th anniversary celebration on February 1-3, 2018 with a three-day event that will focus on the two things that brought the motor park into existence: snowmobile racing and family fun.
The highlight of the three-day event will be on Friday, February 2 as the Inaugural ERX Eliminator will bring the top Pro and Pro Lite Snocross racers in the world to Elk River, Minn. for a head-to-head showdown and a $20,000 purse. The ERX Eliminator will also feature 120 and 200 class races, a vintage snowmobile show, autograph sessions and a concert following racing.
More than 30 pro-level riders from the major circuits in Snocross racing will be competing in a double-elimination program starting at 5 p.m. Drivers will qualify during an afternoon session, with the Top 12 automatically moving into the main event. The remaining racers will attempt to fill the final four spots in the Top 16 bracket by finishing first or second in one of two, ten-person qualifying races. The winner of each of these races will take home $1,000 in prize money and have a chance at the $10,000 pay-out at the end of the night.
The ERX Eliminator will be bookended by an ERX Grassroots Snocross series race on Thursday night (February 1st) and a free OEM-demo day on Saturday (Feb. 3rd) that will allow riders of all ages (4+) the opportunity to ride on the ERX track on the brand and sled of their choice (Arctic Cat, Polaris and Ski Doo).
Thursday and Friday’s events will be live streamed via Speed Shift TV (aka ERX LIVE) on all ERX formats.
Pro and Pro Lite riders interested in registering for the event should contact Heidi Goodin at hgoodin@sportechinc.com or call 763-772-4977 by January 19th.
For more information on the ERX Eliminator and our 10-year Anniversary Celebration, as well as sponsorship and promotional opportunities, please contact Jeremy Meyer at jmeyer@sportechinc.com or 218-838-8778.
Tickets will be available at the gate. Ages 13 and over | $10. Ages 6-12 | $5. 5 and under get in free.
Stay tuned on the ERX social channels and ERXMotorPark.com for more details closer to the event.
ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Elk River, Min. (December 5, 2017) – ERX Motor Park and Country Cat of Sauk Centre, Minn., are pleased to announce a new partnership that will bring live streaming of the venue's seven rounds of Grassroots Snocross series this winter.
ERX Live, presented by Country Cat, will team-up with live streaming provider, Speed Shift TV, to provide live coverage of the popular snocross series, starting with Round 1 on Thursday, December 14 at 5:30pm CST and concluding with the season finale, the Snow Oval, tentatively set for Thursday, March 20.
“We’re excited to bring live stream on-board this winter at ERX," ERX Motor Park Marketing Manager, Taylor Carlson Schroer said. "Speed Shift [TV] is a great partner, and we know this opportunity will bring more exposure to our racers, the sport of Snocross and the industry as a whole.”
“Racing has been and always will be a big part of our dealership,” Country Cat’s PJ Wanederscheid said. “For us, it only makes sense to partner with ERX and their awesome race facility. The great part about ERX is they do so much for people who are just starting out racing. Every future Pro-rider has to start somewhere; ERX gives racers the chance to start at the grassroots level and have fun.”
ERX Motor Park is the Midwest’s premier year-round motorsports and event facility, featuring off-road and snowmobile racing, our very own Beater-X® series, concerts, charitable events and so much more. For a full list of events, visit erxmotorpark.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Country Cat
Country Cat started in the fall of 1991. Dave and Mark Wanderscheid (owners) started young in the business. Dave was 20, Mark was 16 with 2 years of high school left. Country Cat started small and the first year we only ordered 14 machines. Today we are the largest Arctic Cat dealer in the nation selling 100's of machines as well as a large amount of parts, accessories and clothing. We also maintain one of the highest C.S.I. (Customer Satisfaction Index) scores Arctic Cat has in the nation. We contribute this to being an Arctic Cat only store not carrying competitive brands to allow us to concentrate on being the best at what we do.
Country Cat offers free technical help for our customers. Whether you buy a machine, parts, clothing, or accessories, we are here to help! That is very rare in today's fast paced power sports business. This ensures that Country Cat will live up to its motto: Commitment to service, passion for excellence.
About Speed Shift TV
Speed Shift TV provides streaming and video production solutions for motorsports-based clients across North America. Our teams are small and mobile with a reputation for reliability and commitment to quality. Each year, Speed Shift TV reaches nearly 200,000 race fans through live streaming and millions though our social media content creation, inviting fans to experience the thrill of the racing.
Visit Speed Shift TV at speedshifttv.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube and Snapchat.
WATCH LIVE
WATCH LATER
Stay tuned! On Demand available within two ours of the conclusion of the live stream.
Timbersled Dual SnowBikeCross Qualifier Retuns 12/16 Top action sports athletes go bar-to-bar for prize money and an invite to X Games Aspen
WHEN: Saturday, December 16th from 11am-4pm WHERE: ERX Motor Park (Regional Track) TICKETS: Available at gate. Adults $10. Kids 12 and under get in FREE MONSTER ENERGY AFTER PARTY: Time and location TBD
The Qualifier will hold two races, where athletes will compete for prize money and an invite to X Games Aspen. The top five Snow Bike athletes from each of the two Qualifying races will receive invites to the Snow BikeCross competition at X Games Aspen 2018. Additionally, the two athletes with the best combined finish score from both races who have not already qualified will receive invites.
RACER INFO
There will be lots of snow and a great professionally built race track to compete on. Plenty of room for truck and trailer parking onsite.
Practice will be available the 12th to 15th through ERX Motor Park. Click here for Open Practice info.
December 12-14th: Snowmobiles and SnowBikes
December 15th: SnowBikes only 10am to 6pm
Athlete registration is 3pm to 6pmFriday and 7am to 7:45amSaturday morning in The Chalet (Main building next to track)
A mandatory athlete meeting will be held the morning of the event at 8am followed by practice from 9am to 10am. Racing to follow from 11am-4pm.
Winter Is Coming
Snocross season is just around the corner. Here are the top things you need to know to prepare for the 2017-2018 season.
Weekdays 1-4pm (track style will be a little more challenging) 5-8pm (track style will be for all skill levels)
Saturdays: 9am-4pm
Please see our calendar to find our Open Practice dates. Dates and times are subject to change pending weather conditions. Subscribe to ERX text messages and be the first to know!
Click here for pricing and more info on Open Practice passes.
The 2017-2018 Rulebook is here!
It is the racer’s responsibility to present a snowmobile that is legal at all times. Please read the rulebook to make sure your equipment is race ready.Click here to read and download your copy!
Introducing the Stock 200 Class
(A Junior & Transition Class) Stock 200 Stock only. The only modification allowed is suspension springs. Clutching, exhaust, gearing, and shock absorbers must all be OEM and cannot be deviated from stock per ISR Stock 200 regulation.
GRASSROOTS SNOCROSS MEMBERSHIPS
All Grassroots Snocross racers are required to have a membership. Memberships are $60 for the season or $10 per race. A membership includes:
ERX membership beanie
1/2 price on 1 full price single day practice pass
2 free Grassroots Snocross spectator passes
2 ERX decals
Click here to purchase your membership! Forgot your login info? Please email info@erxmotorpark.com
VIP SUITES NOW AVAILABLE VIP suites are on sale now for the winter season! Just $175/day and includes 8 tickets. Contact us today to make a reservation.
Open Practice will be held select weekdays from 1-4pm and 5-8pm. The afternoon session will be groomed for the experienced rider, and the evening session for riders of all skill levels. Open Practice will also be held select Saturdays from 9am-4pm with the track being groomed for riders of all skill levels. Check out our calendar for a full list of Open Practice times.
This year, we are offering an Open Practice punch card. Riders can purchase their punch card up front or can use our pay-as-you-go option by purchasing daily practice passes. Either way, every rider receives the punch card savings!
The Terracross Championship returns to ERX Motor Park this Saturday, October 21 for the Terracross Halloween Bash. Gates open at 11am with racing until 4pm. Tickets are just $5.
About The Terracross Championship
Terracross is a multi discipline event, designed for TV and live audience Entertainment.
Terracross entertainment has it all. Our great racing action and exciting family friendly entertainment keep our on-site fans engaged throughout the events. This unique property takes the best of all worlds and puts unparalleled action in front of fans at pre-established events.
The icing on the cake is that this Invite only series runs Spec/ Stock production machines to keep costs down and competition at its best. This attracts high profile athletes like Jeremy McGrath, Rhys Millen, Levi LaVallee, Chris Burandt, Colten Moore, Bucky Lasek, RJ Anderson and many more.
Terracross is designed to bring fans, brands and athletes together with access like no other. Plus the opportunity to catch the action again and again on TV keeps each event alive long after the gates have closed!
Be sure to give Terracross a follow on social media:
Curt Carbaugh is the owner of Acceleration North in Arden Hills and Hudson, WI. He is running a snocross specific strength and conditioning program for any rider 10yrs old and up that wants to put in some hard work before Duluth. Curt’s history with training snocross riders dates back to Robbie Malinoski from 2007 until he retired. Curt has also worked with the following riders on and off the past 6 years:
Darrin Mees, Andrew Carlson, Ryan Springer, Tyler Adams, Cole Cottew, Justin Broberg, Dylan Jansen, Kaden Woodie, Taven Woodie, Steve Walter, Jordan Wolfe, Matt Ufford, Colton and Dawson Lugert, Amanda Duitsman, Ethan Aune, Taylor Cole, AJ Stoffle, Alex Berglund, Andrew Lindholm, Andrew Knoll, Mitch Gross, Josh Clark, Ross Ilstrup, Trevor Leighton, Colby Crapo, and Marcus Ogemar-Hellgren.
Curt has been a strength and conditioning coach for 22 years and continues to find innovative ways to push athletes to their individual potential. This program is geared toward high rep/cardio circuit training with free weights, bands, sleds, and machines in a fashion that pushes the body and mind to the same fatigue points riders feel when competing. Mobility in the groin, hips, and hamstrings is also an important aspect of this training for better cornering and range of motion. The goal of Curt’s training is to learn how to get your body strong and mobile while pushing the fatigue levels to the highest possible points so that riding a sled isn’t that physically demanding.
Curt can train you in person once or twice a week OR he can meet with you in person and send you workouts via email to use during the season. Pricing and cost depends on how you want to integrate this into your weekly routine.
It’s coming! The fifth-annual Day of the Dozers returns this Saturday to ERX Motor Park. Don’t miss this opportunity to let your kids play in the dirt with trained operators in heavy equipment, while at the same time raising funds for Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota. Did you know we raised nearly $40,000 for this great organization last year?
Kids will get the chance to sit inside a wide variety of construction equipment alongside a friendly, certified machine operator. Come play in the sandpits, take in the sights and enjoy great food from some delicious local food trucks.
Skip the line! Tickets can be pre-ordered until Wednesday 9/27 at 5pm. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate. Gates open to the public on Saturday at 9am. See you there!
This concert is free to the public. Concert gates open at 6:30pm. Full bar to be serviced by our friends at The Friendly Buffalo.
Why drive when you can spend the night? Purchase a camping pass to our off-road weekend for just $60. Camping spaces are 30x40 and must be purchased online at ERXMotorPark.com prior to the event.
It’s here! Check out the 2018 collection from our friends at FXR.
Winnipeg, MB – Snowmobiling is a passion fueled by adrenaline and a desire to reach the world’s most incredible playgrounds challenged by tough terrain and constantly changing weather conditions.
The new 2018 FXR Snow Collection reflects this passion and experience. Our ongoing quest to develop products that encourage people to get out there and enjoy riding. Our FXR development team and the incredible team of ambassador riders around the world live and ride in our gear in every condition imaginable.
Collectively we focus on elevating total rider experience where safety, fit, mobility and performance meet the cutting edge of our proprietary, high-performance technologies.
The FXR brand is trusted by more riders than any other. It has the right products to suit every type of rider and every type of riding. FXR continues to be bold and fashion forward leading the way with colour and style selection, allowing riders to mix, match to create their unique, personalized look.
The 2018 FXR Snow Collection is setting a new standard in high-performance snow gear with function, fit, and fashion. Gear and accessories are available at dealerships and online now.
Our Snow line has over 150 pieces of innovative snow wear, please see http://www.fxrracing.com/snow for the complete line.
Technology: F.A.S.T™
True life-saving technology
FXR’s proprietary F.A.S.T™ insulation retains buoyancy properties for up to 2hrs when worn as a suit, assisting the rider to level off, lift their legs, get back on top of the ice, drain water quickly as the rider exits the water, and retain insulating properties even when wet.
F.A.S.T™ technology gives you peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are protected whenever there is a possibility of riding on, or being exposed to, ice or open water.
F.A.S.T™ has long been a staple in key performance/touring gear such and the men’s and women’s Team series of jacket and pants, and has now been added to the crossover category for 2018 in the all-new men’s Mission FX and women’s Renegade X series.
F.A.S.T™ is used in all FXR child/youth outerwear and should be a major consideration for any parents living in the snow belt.
Technology: ACMT™ System
ACMT™ is a system that combines dual-layered HydrX Pro™ laminates and seam-sealed linings, creating a dual layer moisture shield that not only dramatically improves a garment’s ability to remain waterproof and breathable, but also greatly reduces condensation inside the garment by acting similarly to a dual lens goggle that creates a dual moisture shield against the damp and cold.
For 2018 FXR has expanded its ACMT™ technology into lightweight, high performance, tri-laminate outerwear with the all-new Mission Lite Tri-Lam jacket and Helium Lite Tri-Lam monosuit. These pieces set a new performance standard for lightweight riding apparel that offers unrestricted mobility and provides the waterproof/breathable and anti-condensation benefits that only FXR’s ACMT™ system can provide.
Technology: Dri-Link™
The all new FXR Elevation Dri Link™ suit is another FXR industry first. The jacket and pant are linked at the waist with a 360° zipper which provides protection from the elements like a monosuit with the higher inseam and mobile fit of a two piece. The linked fit is extremely versatile for both short and tall riders alike and allows increased mobility and proper fit. When both pieces are attached, the Dri Link™ allows increased warmth for colder days while removing the Dri Link™ on warmer days provides maximum cooling and air exchange.
Technology: High Performance Racewear
Tested and proven by champions like Kody Kamm (ISOC Pro Open Champ), Aki Philaja (ISOC Pro Lite Champ), Brock Hoyer (X Games Sno-Bike Champ) and Peter Narsa (X Games Snocross Champ)
FXR’s Cold Cross Race Ready jacket and pants were initially developed as custom made, high performance racewear for factory snocross racers. The durable, lightweight, Omni-Stretch shell materials allow the riders to move freely on the sled, offering protection from roost and crashes without restricting the riders. FXR has now made our high performance racewear available to all racers and weekend warriors that want to experience the lightest, most comfortable, durable race gear on the market. Join the FXR race team and step into your own personal factory ride.
BLade 2.0 Helmet
The new completely reengineered Blade 2.0 Helmet provides higher quality performance, comfort, style and protection. The mouthpiece is now integrated in order to improve strength and style. A visor peak bumper and breakaway screws have been added to improve durability and protection while the adjustable high-flow shape reduces drag. The rear diffuser has been redesigned to better transfer impact load to compatible neck braces. The helmet features a quick release auto buckle that is easily adjustable and handled even while wearing gloves. Dual, progressive density EPS cheek pads, redesigned eye port trim and nose guard improve the fit. The industry’s best multi-point adjustable breath box and 365 vent control provide adequate ventilation and comfort.
All-new FXR goggle lineup
The all new FXR goggle lineup features impact resistant pre-curved polycarbonate lenses, triple density molded, load spreading face foam ensuring premium fit and comfort. The updated frame shape and high quality strap with 3X silicone grip allows for effortless integration with FXR helmets offering maximum protection.
Advanced Protective Footwear
The all-new Elevation LITE Pro BOA® Dual Zone Boot provides the highest level of support and protection in a fixed liner boot. FXR engineered a1.5” taller tongue with an integrated full-flex molded tongue inset for maximum frontal impact protection and flex control. When combined with FXR’s molded inner heel flex insert, it gives the rider the best possible support and protection in a lightweight fixed liner boot, without restricting the rider’s movements on the sled.
Although the same high quality BOA® H3 components continue to be used, the configuration has been changed from the BOA® Focus system to a new BOA® Dual Zone system that improves both the flex action and durability of the boot.
Performance Short-cuff Gloves
FXR is introducing multiple short-cuff performance gloves to the lineup for 2018.
Engineered for optimal handlebar grip, feel, and dexterity, these gloves give the rider the best possible connection to the handlebar so that they can push the limits without any restrictions.
The zippered short cuff with wrist extension integrates with the jacket cuff extension to prevent snow and cold intake so there is no need to go to a gauntlet glove that covers the forearm of the jacket. The all-new CX Short Cuff Glove is moderately insulated for colder temperatures.
The all-new Transfer Short Cuff Glove is lightly insulated on the outer with an un-insulated palm for the ultimate handlebar feel in warmer riding conditions on either the Sled or Sno-Bike.
Military and Veterans get in free with Military ID plus enjoy 50% one apparel item.
Here at ERX Motor Park, we proudly stand behind our brothers and sisters in arms. We’ve decided to honor America’s Armed Forces by hosting the Beater-X® season finale as Military Appreciation Night.
Military and Veterans receive free admission with Military ID plus enjoy 50% off one apparel item while supplies last.
Racing starts at 6pm with two action-packed rounds of door-to-door heat race action followed by Features for your eight Beater-X® classes.
Tickets are just $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 and children 5 and under get in free. Tickets are available at the gate only. Cash or credit/debit cards are accepted.
Kenda Final Rounds & TORC: The Off-Road Championship Series tickets and camping passes will be on sale. Save $10 on a weekend pass when you purchase your tickets this Thursday during the Beater-X® races.
Follow us on Facebook,Twitter,Intsagram and Snapchat @ERXMotorPark for more info! We hope to see you there.
ISOC Regional Snocross returns to ERX Motor Park for two action-packed weekends of Minnesota Regional Snocross racing. ERX Regional #1 is slated to take place December 29-30. Click here for more information.
ERX Regional #2 will serve as the final stop of the Regional tour followed by the banquet. Click here for more information.
BANQUET INFORMATION:
Saturday, March 11, 2017 – The Friendly Buffalo – 16722 198th Ave, Big Lake, MN 55309
Social Hour 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. – Dinner 7:30 p.m. – Awards begin at 8:15 p.m.
Our most popular charitable event returns to ERX on Saturday, September 30. Children can ride with a trained professional and move dirt in full-size dozers, dump trucks, excavators and more.
Tickets are one sale now! Click here to order your tickets online. Gates open at 9am.
Proceeds benefit Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota. Click here for event and donation information. We hope to see you there!
