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From Wonder Warthog:

My name is Scott Kandel. I am the founder and Chief Altruistic Officer of Warthog Racing (www.WarthogRacing.com). Warthog Racing runs a professional Supercross/Motocross race team – the largest team in the world with over 25 riders. The official name for the team for 2009 SX is MDK/Warthog Racing/MotoConcepts.

We are unique in that we support professional racers called privateers that are resource disadvantaged and we work hard operating as a virtual not-for-profit to bring them resources like money and sponsors so our racers can compete to be the best in the world. Please note the name of the organization has been changed from Wonder Warthog Racing to Warthog Racing for 2009.

We only have one paid position on staff – the race team truck driver, Chris Parsons. Chris handles more riders out of our rig than 10 other teams combined. He is certainly a truck driver for the ages. The dozens of others that help make Warthog Racing a reality are all volunteers, including myself and Darrell Saldana, the Race Director, Jon Kandel, the team’s Task Master, Alison Turner, the Business Manager, Jaime Allen, Benefactor Relationship Director, and Jeff Tomlinson, the Chief of Logistics.

Our mission is to help deserving privateer racers live their dreams. We’ve been living this vision since 2003. Our program – The Warthog Racing Academy -- provides the riders motorcycle transportation, pit set-up, mechanics, who work through the unique Motorcycle Mechanics Institute Internship program, gas, food, water, hospitality, and rider marketing and promotion, as well as the opportunity for riders to “graduate” to better resourced teams at any time during the season. The individual riders are responsible for their own motorcycles, race entry fees, and travel expenses.

Although the Warthog Racing Academy has attained enough resources to fund our infrastructure for the season thanks to great sponsors like MDK and MMI, the economic turbulence of 2008 has not been kind to our riders. Many of our riders with great potential have little in the way of resources to make it through the entire season. These are excellent riders like Heath Voss, Tyler Bowers, Sean Collier, Eric Sorby, Manu Rivas, Gavin Gracyk, Tyler Bright, Michael Blose, Vince Friese (East Coast), Jacob Saylor (East Coast), Ryan Mills (West Coast), Tiger Lacey (West Coast), Mike Horban (West Coast), and Kevin Urquhart (West Coast), plus many more to be named during the season. This is where the fans of the sport can help. You can “adopt” a rider in the Warthog Racing Academy to help them make it through the season. Please feel free to contact Scott Kandel at 213 268-2659 or scott@wonderwarthogracing.com if you’d like to help any of these kids out. Any type of contribution WILL make a difference.

Also new the 2009 season is the Warthog Racing Supercross Complex with two SX tracks on it. We have built exact replicas of the 2009 Anaheim 1 and Atlanta tracks to give the privateers the real world experience they need to compete. It is located on the Honolulu Hills Raceway property located near Bakersfield, CA. It is part of an existing 2100 acre riding park. It is open year round to all AMA SX endorsed privateers at no cost – it’s not just our MDK/Warthog Racing riders, it’s to help the sport in an area that is sorely needed.

Finally, we have created an affiliate program that links like-minded teams together in an initiative we call the Warthog Nation. These teams are all working to support the goals of Warthog Racing – to support the privateer through creative programs and to make Supercross/Motocross the standard by which all Motorsports are measured. Our first member team of the Warthog Nation is the new elite MotoConcepts/MDK Speed Honda team featuring our recent graduate from the Warthog Racing Academy Jeff Alessi as well as Frenchman Ben Coisy, Australian Daniel McCoy, and Cole Siebler. Also joining the Warthog Nation for 2009 is the always popular Fire and Police team. And finally, our lifetime charter member of the Warthog Nation is the former Supercross World Champion Heath Voss, who will be representing the U.S. Air Force and MasterCraft Boats whilst spreading the gospel of the Warthog Nation.

A debt of gratitude goes out to our sponsors, partners, and benefactors that make The Warthog Racing Academy possible -- MDK Motorsports, MDK Speed

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Factory Connection Racing’s GEICO Powersports Honda Team to Wear Fox

Fox is excited to start a partnership with Factory Connection Racing’s GEICO Powersports Honda Team. We have been watching their impressive racing program for a few years and jumpeImage via Wikipediad at the chance to be part of such an exciting team. We look forward to many years of success together in the future. This is also a perfect compliment to Fox's long-term partnership with Factory Honda Racing.

Team athletes will be wearing Fox Racewear and Goggles during the 2009 season, and then adding Fox Helmets and Boots from 2010 forward.

Pete Fox, CEO, says, "GEICO Powersports Honda has established themselves as a leading race program that is vital to the transition of top Amateur racers into the Pro ranks. Fox has a 35 year history with helping develop the world's best MX talent (most recently with Carmichael and Stewart), and being part of this team will be a key way for us to continue that into the future."

Polaris Looking for Riders for 2009 Grassroots Race Team

After announcing a restyled 2009 High Performance Outlaw Sport line up, Polaris is looking for Amateur and Pro Am riders that can tear up the track and trails of, GNCC, WORCS ,CMRC, SCORE, BITD, ITP and ATVA Race Series in the 50cc, 90cc, 450 and Open classes. Riders interested can send resumes, by December 15th, to Polaris Attn: ATV Racing. 2100 Hwy 55 Medina, MN 55341. Or email to atvracing@polarisind.com.

Help Sponsor a Race Team

Team Faith has always enjoyed corporate sponsorship to help fund its efforts since its inception in 1994. This season our opportunities to minister or compete have increased and never before have we been able to participate in so many globally televised events. Although we sincerely appreciate FLY Racing/WPS as a major contributor to our efforts, no additional Title Sponsor has come forward. Faced with the decision to “pack up or persevere”, we were challenged to think of some creative ways by which we could raise the funds needed to continue on. This season we have decided to do something we have never done before. Instead of relying on one big corporate entity to come on board with the necessary funding for the year, we want to give a thousand of you the opportunity.

For the first time in the fourteen-year history of Team Faith, YOU can purchase a Sponsor Membership for the 2009 season.

Your one-year Sponsor Membership includes sending Team Faith to the following events:

• National Arenacross Series
• Team Faith FMX Shows
• Moto X World Championships
• X Games
• UTV Racing on the GNCC Series
• AST Dew Tour
• And MORE!!!!

A realistic budget for an effort of this magnitude would normally cost well over one million dollars. However, because of our volunteers and dedicated staff (many of whom pay their own way to these events due to their commitment to and support of the vision of Team Faith), we can operate effectively for pennies on the dollar compared to other sponsored teams.

This year, in order to raise $200,000.00, we have decided to offer you, your company, your website or organization a bona fide Sponsor Membership opportunity.

Typically, traditional sponsorships have been out of reach for most folks as the costs have always been too high for the average person. Our minimum rates for sponsoring the efforts of Team Faith are what we call a “Product Sponsorship” where it costs the equivalent of $5,000.00.

Until NOW.

We’re opening up sponsorship opportunities to YOU in the form of a Sponsor Membership for $200 for the entire year! Imagine – for less than $17.00 a month, you can be a Sponsor Member of Team Faith! (You can even opt for monthly installments as well!)

TEAM FAITH $200 SPONSOR MEMBERSHIP

This is a limited offer. When we reach our goal of $200,000.00, these Sponsor Memberships will no longer be available. Time is of the essence as we need to have the graphics for the rig printed and installed by our target date of December 1, 2008.

Team Faith Sponsor Membership includes:

• Your Name, (or i.e. Organization, Church, Company name, etc.) printed on the Team Faith rig which will travel over 40,000 miles this year from coast to coast
• Close-up photo of your name displayed on the official Team Faith rig
• Photo of the Team Faith rig from a distance with an arrow pointing to your name on the rig
• Official Limited-edition Sponsor Membership Certificate (with a special blessing from Team Faith suitable for framing and display in your home, business, or organization)
• VIP rates of 20% off Team Faith merchandise and apparel
• You will be automatically signed up for our e-newsletter so you can follow how your Sponsor Membership is being put to use
• A tax-deductible contribution receipt

You may also wish to take advantage of this opportunity to purchase multiple Sponsor Memberships to secure multiple spots on the rig for other entities you are involved with including your Church, your sports team, your business, your organization, or your website.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

We have several payment options available to make it as easy as possible for you to purchase your Team Faith Sponsor Membership.

CLICK HERE to be one of the 1000 Sponsor Members of Team Faith for 2009!

Upon completion of your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. Please consider this a tax-deductible receipt for your participation in this program.

THANKS in advance for your help. We look forward to having you on board as a vital partner in our ministry!

EVO MX Expands Rider support program

EVO Mx, the leader of Anti-Slosh Tank Foam and their newest product, Traction Control Braking System, is expanding their rider support for the 2009 season. 2008 was a breakthrough season for Evomx, and they are looking ahead to the 2009 amateur season. With all the top Off-road, SX, and MX teams using Evomx fuel foam, it will be hard to find a top rider without the Evomx foam inside there tank. "We just supplied a anti-slosh fuel foam kit to privateer rider Daniel Blair before the US Open, he said it made all the difference in his bikes handling and enabled him to secure a spot in the Main Event."- Carter Gurnee (Owner) Check them out at www.evomx.com.

To apply for sponsorship exclusively through MxResultz, click here.

DECAL WORKS ACCEPTING RESUMES FOR 2009 SUPPORT

Kingston, IL – Attention to all Amateur and Pro racers, DeCal Works is now accepting rider resumes for our successful Rider Support programs.

We invite you to join the long list of riders that trust us and run DeCal Works on their bikes:
Heath Voss
Ben Lamay
Vince Friese
Doug Dubach
Adam Cianciarulo

Team Red Bull Amateurs
Joey Savatgy
Cooper Webb
Andrew Pierce
Kyle Engle
Kyle Corman
Joey Crown

Just to name a few…….

Our improved DeCal Works web site is so advanced it now allows riders to build a resume right on-line and sponsored riders can also log in to order on-line, receiving their discount instantly.

You may also send your resume to DeCal Works Support Team coordinator’s Ken Joynt at racersupport@decalmx.com.

DeCal Works is proud to be the only custom graphics company to offer track side Support and Hospitality at races such as Lake Whitney, Las Vegas Works Minis, Ponca, Loretta Lynn’s, Branson MO and the Mini O’s in Florida!

About DeCal Works:
Founded in 1989 by Ron and Janeen Joynt, DeCal Works has been the industry leader in pre-printed backgrounds and custom graphics for over 19 years. With a passion for racing, DeCal Works has since its early days, focused all its attention in supporting amateur and privateers riders.

“DeCal Works, The Original”

www.decalmx.com
1-815-784-4000

Get your resume ready...part 3

2009 AXO Rider Support

With the 2008 race year about to wrap up and champions to be crowned, AXO America is already looking into the future. AXO has been around for 30 years and we are continually raising the bar with new Footwear like the new Prime Boots, and apparel like the new Team Issue Jersey/Vest combo. AXO is pleased to announce that we are now accepting resumes for the 2009 season. Please send all resumes to Travis Schuster at the address below before October 31st. Make sure to include all the info listed below,

• Name
• Address
• Phone/Fax #
• E-mail address (you will receive your response this way)
• Birth date
• Series (GNCC, Dist. 16, etc.)
• Class (Pro 125A, 250B, etc.)
• Current standings in each series & class
• Current sponsors
• Current grade & GPA (if applicable)
• List of your bike(s) / ATV(s) ~ (Model & year)
• Racing plans for 2009
• Why you would be a good representative for AXO
• Top 5 racing achievements
• Photos (1 action & 1 head shot). Photos will not be returned & will become the property of AXO America.

Email: travis.schuster@axo.us

Mail to:
AXO America
Attn: Travis Schuster/Inside Rider Support Manager
26465 Summit Circle.
Santa Clarita, CA 91350

Check us out at www.AXO.com or www.myspace.com/axospace

*Make sure all spelling and grammar are correct before mailing.*
aFe Now Accepting Rider Resumes

Corona, Ca…advanced FLOW engineering (aFe), manufacturers of revolutionary new oil-free off-road motorcycle air filters, is pleased to announce they are now accepting resumes for their newly-created 2009 rider support program.

aFe is stepping-up their marketing program for 2009 with a three-tier rider support program. aFe is now accepting professional resumes to fill open spots for a Supercross/National Motocross race team, an East Coast off-road racer/race team, and a West Coast off-road racer/race team.

aFe is also accepting applications to build a large team of amateur racers in all racing disciplines.

Steven Adams, Powersports Product Manager for aFe added, “This is an important step for our overall marketing program. We have a fantastic product, perfect for any racer or racing condition, and need to let people know about it. The exposure that national and grass-roots rider support efforts will bring us should help spread the word. We hope to make this effort a cornerstone of our business now and in the future.”

Interested racers should email resumes to: info@afepowersports.com

Resumes can also be mailed to:
aFe Powersports
252 Granite Street
Corona, CA 92879


For more information on this or any other aFe product, please visit our websites at www.aFepowersports.com or www.aFepower.com.

Get your resume ready...part 2

Shock Sox Accepting Resumes
Shock Sox will be accepting rider resumes for the 2009 racing season from September 1 - November 31. Resumes can be mailed, or emailed to:

Shock Sox
Attn: Shand Garcia
4308 Astor
Mesquite, TX 75150
shand@holeshotmag.com

Shock Sox - Removable in less than Ten Seconds, Shock Sox Fork Seal Protector's are used by top-flight motocross and off-road racers alike to help protect their fork seals, and keep their forks/bikes at optimum performance. For more info go to www.ShockSoxMX.com

Factory Effex Sponsorship Open

Valencia, CA- Factory Effex will be accepting resumes for 2009 sponsorship from Sep. 2nd through December 31, 2008. Racers are encouraged to submit their resumes through Sponsorhouse, or can send them directly to Factory Effex, by mail, e-mail, or fax.

Factory Effex
24922 Anza Dr Building D
Valencia, CA 91355
Attn: Chuck Kober

Fax-661-255-1253

ckober@factoryeffex.com
Ogio Rider Support

Ogio is now accepting rider support resumes for the upcoming 2009 season beginning September 1st through October 31st.

Please Resumes can be sent via mail or fax to:

Ogio International
ATTN: Chad Zulian
14926 S. Pony Express Rd.
Bluffdale, UT 84065
Fax: 800-619-4111

Get your Resume Ready...

It's that time of the year again. Many companies are accepting resumes for their 2009 race programs. Check out the following press releases from many companies.

O’Neal Motocross now accepting resumes for the 2009 season

Simi Valley, CA – O’Neal Motocross is now accepting resumes for the 2009 season. For the past 39 years O’Neal has been committed to providing unparalleled protection and comfort to racers at all levels. We encourage racers to submit their resumes through www.sponsorhouse.com Racers can also submit resumes direct via email or fax to: Chris Honnold chonnold@onealusa.com Fax: (805) 426-3301 The 2009 line-up is available to view on the new O’Neal site www.oneal.com

One Industries Accepting Resumes

One Industries will be accepting rider support resumes for the 2009 race season starting September 1st through October 31st. Resumes can be sent through mxsponsor.com, they can also be emailed, mailed, or faxed to the attention of Kyle Smith at 619-263-9881. If you have any questions regarding Rider Support please contact: One Industries Kyle Smith Rider Support Coordinator 4559 Federal Blvd San Diego, Ca 92102 support@oneindustries.com

Pro Circuit Accepting Resumes

Pro Circuit will be accepting rider support resumes for the 2009 race season starting September 1st through October 31st. Resumes can be emailed, mailed, or faxed to: Pro Circuit Attn: James Coy Race Support Director 2771 Wardlow Road Corona, CA 92882 jcoy@procircuit.com Fax: 951-738-8065

Twin Air Rider Support Program is Open

Perkasie, PA (September 2, 2008) – Twin Air is now accepting resumes for the upcoming 2009 race season, and we want you as our rider! To apply for sponsorship submit a resume to us through one of the following methods: - Sponsorhouse - MX Sponsor - Or mail us a hardcopy to: Twin Air USA Attn: Rider Support 410 E Walnut St. #3 Perkasie, PA 18944

FMF Racing Accepting Resumes

FMF Racing will begin accepting sponsorship requests on September 2, 2008 via their website. Resumes can also be sent to the address below. FMF Racing’s Rider Support Program is the largest and most prestigious support program of its kind! FMF Racing travels to over 100 events a year to give you the track support you deserve. Sign on board with FMF and be supported by the number one exhaust manufacturer in the world today! FMF Racing Attn: Rider Support 18033 S. Santa Fe Ave Rancho Dominguez, Ca 92627 www.fmfracing.com

Motorex USA Accepting Resumes

MOTOREX USA will be accepting rider resumes for the 2009 racing season starting September 1st through November 31st. Resumes can be mailed, emailed or faxed to: MOTOREX USA Attn: Race Support 900 Mendelssohn Ave N. Golden Valley, MN 55427 Fax 763-746-1431 support@motorexusa.com MOTOREX is used by top factory teams worldwide, by independent pros and by top amateurs who demand the best performance from of their race machines. The complete MOTOREX line includes a broad range of synthetic engine oils, aerosol sprays, cleaners and care products for motorcycles and ATVs. MOTOREX is available at powersports dealerships nationwide. For more product info go to www.motorexusa.com

Motul USA Accepting Resumes for 2009

Motul will be accepting rider support resumes from September 1st through October 31st for the 2009 race season. Resumes can be sent via email, fax or by mail. Motul USA Inc. Attn: Rider Support 790C Indigo Ct. Pomona, CA 91767 Fax: (909) 625-2697 Email: gandrews@motul.com

Fusion Graphix Accepting 2009 Rider Support Resumes

Fusion Graphix is accepting resumes for our 2009 rider support program starting September 1st through October 31st. Please send resumes via email, mail, fax, or www.mxsponsor.com Fusion Graphix Att. Rider Support 7920 Center St. Ste. B Tumwater, WA 98501 Fax: 360-528-2873 Email: staff@fusiongraphixx.com

Advertise on NJ Motocross

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NJ Motocross Webzine site sponsorship options.

* Option #1: Category Sponsorship:Category sponsorship is available on a monthly basis @ $100.00 per category or on a per post basis @ $25.00 per post. In exchange for the sponsorship the sponsor will get an image and text link at the top and the bottom of the post.
* Option #2 Page Sponsorship : Due to the static nature of page posts they are only available on a per month basis @ $75.00 per month. In exchange for the sponsorship the sponsor will get an image and text link at the top and the bottom of the page.
* Option #3: Site Sponsorship: A front page site sponsorship is available for $200.00 per month. In exchange for site sponsorship the sponsor will get a web banner ad just below the NJ Motocross Title. This image will appear on every page as a static display.
* Option #4: Other NJ Motocross is always willing to entertain other advertising options with rates based on a per case basis. Please contact us below to discuss your ideas.


Ads will run from the first day of the month until the last day of the month. Ad deadline is the 15th of the month prior to when the ad will run.

In addition to the link provided on the post or page each monthly site sponsor will be listed in the site sponsor side bar for the month that they are sponsoring the site

Any interested parties can contact Scott at scott@njmotocross.com for more details.

Pricing subject to change without notice. NJ motocross reserves the right to refuse any advertising that it finds offensive or otherwise just doesn't want.

Thank you