Motocross Track Devon

[Jennifer Curtis]

NotesSi Higgins, 33-year-old Tavistock, Devon, England resident, was a talented motocross rider when growing up and then he turned to being a great motocross racing organiser. He was the son of Brian Higgins, Chairman of ACU (Auto Cycle Union), the main organisation for Britain's motorcycle sports.

Si Higgins lost his life on Friday, 05 April 2013 in a freak tractor accident whilst carrying out some preparatory work on the Whiteway Barton motocross circuit - also known as Phoenix Moto Parc - near Newton Abbot, Devon, England. He was arranging the track for the races scheduled to be contested the next weekend. He was airlifted to a local hospital but died shortly after arrival.

Within a week after Si Higgins' death, the world of motocross lost another famous race organiser, Josep Armengol who lost his life under very similar circumstances, while arranging the Bellpuig motocross track in Spain, on Friday, 12 April 2013.

It adds: It is the intention of the applicants to use the site for the promotion and development of young and enthusiastic motocross bike riders to enable them to excel in the sport and pursue their enthusiasms at a competition level locally, nationally, and internationally. The motocross track and associated clubs or affiliations would be open to all interested persons of any age.

The main goal of the club has always been to provide a great facility for off road riding and motocross racing with a family oriented atmosphere. You will find virtually all club members to be friendly and more than willing to give advice, answer questions, and generally help one another out. The club executive is always open to suggestions, and welcomes any help you may be able to provide. We are working hard to establish and maintain a positive presence in the community, and try to act as positive role models for others in the sport.

Moto Valley Raceway, offers a National Motocross track, Endurocross section, Vet track, dirt track oval, a separate track for 50cc bikes, and large open areas for play riding. We are constantly working to maintain and improve upon our facility, so watch for ongoing changes. We will be continuing work throughout the season on all of these tracks. This is the only facility in the Regina Area for this kind of recreation.

Matterley Basin

Based 20 minutes from the Southampton seaside, Matterley Basin is an impressive, spectator-friendly motocross track often used by international motocross events such as the MXGP for their UK races. Steep, fast, 1.2 miles long and featuring hardpack to mid-soft terrain, this track can be challenging.

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CRS Factory Team Member and Professional MX/SX Racer Rylan Munson (#382) started working with Coach Robb and Complete Racing Solutions in 2020. Rylan is a unique combination of extreme kindness off the bike, but fiercely competitive on the bike. He is extremely dedicated to the process of building athletic durability, speed, and endurance without allowing himself to become run down and exhausted.

How did you get into riding dirt bikes?

My dad introduced me to moto. My brother and sister were already into riding and racing, so I was literally born into it spending all my childhood at the track on and around dirt bikes.

What is the most challenging aspect of racing professionally?

Definitely how taxing race day is on the body. It is a completely different challenge than anything in the amateur ranks.

What professional racer do you admire the most, and why?

Definitely Eli Tomac for me. He is from Colorado like I am, and I have always looked up to him. I look up to him because he is insane on a dirt bike. He completely shows the definition of grit and is incredibly fit to muscle the bike wherever he needs it to go. He also has great race craft, but mainly I love the fitness he has over his competition.

Do you prefer Colorado over Florida, or have you found another state that you would like to train and race in?

I prefer Florida for sure. I lived in Colorado my whole life and I like it there, but Florida is the best for me. I feel better in Florida, and I am able to focus and train. I also like the tracks in Florida a lot more. Also getting to ride and race full time is huge compared to Colorado where it is frozen half the year.

How old were you when you first started riding/racing and how did you get into the sport?

I was 2-1/2 when I started riding and 4-1/2 when I started racing. I started riding a balance bike, then an Oset electric bike, and then transitioned to a PW. My Dad grew up racing and introduced me to the sport.

What do you enjoy most about the sport?

I enjoy traveling with my family to different races and seeing friends we have made through the years. I enjoy the competitive side of racing, so it makes me want to work harder to improve my overall results.

Who has had the most influence on you as a rider?

My father has had the most influence on me as a rider. He has taught me how to ride, have fun, be a good sport, and how to work on and maintain my motorcycle.

Outside of moto, what do you like to do for fun?

Outside of moto, I enjoy riding my bike, go-karting, surfing, and snowboarding. I also enjoy working on my motorcycle and tinkering in the garage.

Who is your favorite professional rider?

Eli Tomac is my favorite professional rider. He has been a consistent racer over time. He knows when to dial back when he is not comfortable on a track, and he can also go beast mode to make his way through a pack.

CRS Client Dave Younglas (#128) is a full-time dad, private business owner, and husband, along with being a highly competitive GNCC racer. Prior to the 2022 race season, Dave had never finished inside the top 5 at a GNCC race. Through the first four rounds, Dave has gone 5th, 3rd, 4th, and garnered his first win in Round 4 at Tiger Run, Union, SC. Dave exemplifies how working effectively within a very tight schedule is not only possible but is achievable when following a proven process and system.

How did you get into the sport and how long have you been riding?

Ever since I was 5 or 6 years old, I was obsessed with dirt bikes and four wheelers. I would walk a mile just to see a dirt bike I heard in the distance. I rode BMX bikes as a kid and got my first dirt bike to ride when I was 15. My first bike was a Suzuki DR 100. My dad bought a Suzuki RM80 for my mom to ride and it was a bit much for her so once her nerves finally settled from dad flipping it over and over, they let me ride it. I caught on pretty quickly and bought a new RM125 in 1995.

CRS Client Richard McKeown (#22) is a full-time racer from the United Kingdom who you will find battling for top spots in the British Championship, as well as a few select MXGPs. Richard balances his busy race schedule along with helping his father manage The Cookstown & District Motocross Club, where they have previously hosted a MXGP. Although 2021 has had its fair share of challenges, Richard has consistently been one of the top finishers in all of the races he has competed in this year.

How did you get into moto and how long have you been riding?

I got into Moto through my Father who used to race. I started to ride a bike when I was 4 years old and started to race at the age of 6! 35 years of moto!

How would you compare tracks in the UK to those in the US?

I think our tracks in the UK are more old school scramble style, where in the US it seems to be more modern and supercross type.

When you are not riding or racing, what are you doing?

When I am not riding or racing I am normally cleaning my bike and preparing to race again! We also run a racetrack which takes a lot of time and effort.

CRS Factory Rider Logan Best, Triangle Cycles Factory Yamaha, has been on the CRS program for the last three seasons while living and training at the South of the Border MX Facility under the instruction of Brandon Scharer and Matt Bisceglia. Over this time, he has developed into a national caliber racer racking up numerous wins around the country. Along the way, he has picked up the attention of Factory Yamaha, FXR, Dunlop Elite Team, Factory Connection, 6D Helmets, X Brand Goggles, among others. What is refreshing about working with Logan is that he is not afraid to put in the sweat equity, take constructive criticism, and take the time to understand and interpret the performance data that we collect and analyze weekly.

How did you get into motocross and how long have you been riding?I have been riding since I was 4. We always had cars, motorcycles, and dirt bikes in the garage and one day I said I wanted to ride. My parents said I had to ride a bicycle without training wheels first, so I did!

What do you like most about racing motocross?

The large number of people I get to meet from all over the world. I also like the fact that unlike team sports, my results are based on MY efforts!

What are your biggest challenges as both a young man and an elite racer?

The biggest challenges are making sure I have people around me that want to help me succeed, and not just say they do.

What advice would you give to a young rider getting into the sport?

My advice would be that only you can create your success. Too many people have tons of talent but lack work ethic. You have to put in the time especially when people are not looking.

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