XRider Zone
If you’re looking for an adrenalin fix, then you’ve come to the right area. This section of RidersWest is devoted to those who take motorsports to the extreme. From freestyle dirt biking to motocross, supercross, arenacross and ATV race action, this page contains race reports, event coverage, Xrider personality profiles and links to motorsports groups in Western Canada.
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Round 3 brings a challenge
Corner Grass Racing Team loses another battle with the Numb Bum 24-hour
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Round 2 success
Third place went to the Corner Grass Racing Team, in Round 2 of the Alberta Endurance Ice Racing Series
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Unveiling plans for 2010
The Corner Grass Racing Team reveals upcoming preparations for a phenomenal year
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Looking back at motocross in 2009
The CMRC Vancouver Island awards banquet was a memorable event for all
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Corner Grass Racing Team: A season in review
CGRT has once again exceeded the teams 2009 objectives
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Make room for the girls
Chelsea Masters is paving the track for ladies in the motocross world—move over boys
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A hillbilly haven
Revving engines, dirt, dust, beer, music and burgers are the setting for the Lawn Mower Races in Cranbrook
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Heading for the finish line
As the CMRC Fall Series came to a close, there was no shortage of action
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Thanksgiving weekend on the track
Rounds seven and eight of the CMRC Vancouver Island Fall Series
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Wicked racing in Campbell River
The CMRC Vancouver Island Fall Series delves into the sixth round
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Biggest indoor series in Canada
Riders converge in Heritage Park for the Canadian Arena Cross Championships
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The final rounds
Concluding the 2009 Royal Distributing Canadian Enduro Championships
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Cuthbertson represents Husaberg out East
Rounds 5 and 6 of the Canadian Enduro Championship were a big hit
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Off-road enthusiasm in Peace country
The Black Sunday Massacre 2009 was a great success
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All in the family
This father and son duo race to win
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The Dakar dude
This man’s dedication to racing knows no limitations
XRider associations
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Alberta Endurance Ice Racing Association
Created in 2003, AEIRA’s mission is to encourage, promote and assist organizers, racers, volunteers and spectators in the sport of motorcycle and ATV endurance ice racing throughout Alberta. Its role is also to ensure safety, leadership, rules and direction through the racing season. AEIRA now has seven races on its circuit—six six-hour races and one 12-hour race, the famous Numb Bum 24 at Sandy Beach, Alberta. The Numb Bum is run by the Pembina Dirt Riders, while the Leduc Motorsports Club puts on the two six-hour races on Telford Lake.
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Alberni Motocross Association
The Alberni Motocross Association is a group of like-minded individuals, whom for the love of the sport, have created a local treasure. Based at the foothills in the Cherry Creek District, the Alberni Valley Moto-X Park is in a prime location. Besides the track, It is also at the entrance to many trails and roads that can take you as far as you want to go. Horne Lake, Sproat Lake, Great Central and even Mt. Arrowsmith is accessable from the park. It is also the last section of what use to be the log train trail.
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Alberta Oldtimers Motocross Association
The AOTMA was organized in 1977 and has grown to become one of the largest MX clubs in Alberta. The club mainly hosts two-day Oldtimer motocross events and each spring, members host a practice series for four to six weeks. The AOTMA aims to provide a relaxed family atmosphere and events are viewed as friendly competitions with riders of similar skill levels.
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Wildrose Motocross Association
The WRMA in Calgary, Alberta, has five tracks rated for beginners as well as experienced racers. To ride at the club’s park, you need a valid membership or you must pay day fees. During the season (during daylight savings time) the track is open Tuesday to Fridays from 4 p.m. until dusk and weekends and holidays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The WRMA has a club racing series but anyone is welcome, member or not. Club members also host special events.
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Peace Motocross Association
The PMA brings together riders from Northern B.C. and Alberta. As the oldest surviving organization motocross organization in Alberta, the PMA has a strong identity and well organized events. Races are open to riders who vary in age from four to 45 years old. Every individual, regardless of talent, experience, age or bike, is allowed to compete. The overwhelming majority of competitors are working class families with two or more family members competing. PMA season schedule 2008
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Campbell River Motocross Association
Incorporated in 1996, the CRMA boasts one of Canada's most challenging motocross tracks. It is open year round for members to practice or just enjoy some time on their bike. The club hosts a number of major events throughout the season, including the Vancouver Island Spring and Fall Championship Series—sanctioned by the Canadian Motorsport Racing Club (CMRC).
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Nanaimo Motocross Association
The Nanaimo Motocross Association’s Wastlelands Track is located on Biggs Road in Nanaimo. Members organize and compete in several races throughout the season, which runs from April to October.
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