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Weltin 14th overall at Pala Raceway

(Madera, CA, Aug 22nd, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, capped off the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series at Pala Raceway in Southern California this past Saturday. Both riders battled the heat and track conditions all day; Marshal Weltin led the way for the team with 14th overall.

Marshal Weltin #285: Strong finish to the season from Weltin. Two very consistent motos at Pala. Marshal fought the heat and track all day. His best race came in the final moto of the year with 12th place. He finished 14th overall going 14-12 in two motos.

“Tough weekend overall,” said Marshal Weltin. “Definitely a difficult track all day. One of the hardest and most demanding conditions. I think I was still a bit handy-capped from my crash at Budds Creek. I’m happy to end the season in that 12 to 14 range. I definitely want more. The team and I have made great progress throughout the year, and I’m happy to be working for them. I really enjoyed working with them. I’m also very happy to make it through the supercross and outdoor season with no major injuries. Overall, just very thankful to be apart of the Twisted Tea Suzuki Team. I want to give a special shoutout to the Pipes family for making me feel like family all year and giving me this opportunity.”

Justin Rodbell #55: Successful year for the 22-year-old. He finished his first full year racing and came on board with the team for the final two rounds of outdoors. Rodbell finished 21st overall at Pala Raceway. His best race came in the first moto with 18th place. He got a good start and was in the top 15 before the heat got the better of him and he dropped back to 18th place. He made the most of the second moto battling the heat and finished 28th place. Justin finished 21st overall, going 18-28 in two motos.

“Alright day at the Pala,” said Justin Rodbell. “I had a good first moto, but the second moto didn’t go that well for me, I got dehydrated, and it got away from me, and it was a bit of a struggle. I really appreciate the whole team giving me this opportunity these last two rounds.

“The final round was tough,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “Triple-digit temperatures means the crew and the riders were both suffering out there. Both Justin and Marshal showed tremendous heart on the racetrack battling through the extreme heat. Marshal narrowly missed out on another top 10 finish. I’m glad everyone got out healthy, and now we can start prepping for our 2023 campaign.”

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Justin Rodbell makes his debut at Ironman MX National.

(Madera, CA, Aug 22nd, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, finished its final east coast round of the Outdoor Nationals with the Ironman MX National this past Saturday in Crawfordsville, Indiana. The team brought on board Justin Rodbell for the final two rounds. He is filling in for injured rider Brandon Hartranft. Only his third day on the Suzuki, Rodbell made quick work adapting to the new bike. He finished 19th overall. Marshal Weltin was resilient in his effort throughout the day. Crashing in the first moto and charging back to 15th place. He then followed it up with a stronger second moto finishing 11th place. Weltin finished 13th overall.

Marshal Weltin #285: Relentless effort from Weltin throughout the day. After crashing the first moto, Marshal charged through the pack up to 15th place. Then he followed it up with a stronger second moto with 11th place. He finished 13th overall, going 15-11 in both motos.

“Didn’t ride all week because of my crash at Budds Creek,” said Marshal Weltin. “I didn’t know where I was going to stand this weekend. I for sure struggled first moto. I toughed it out for the second moto. The whole team was trying to help me get better. I found some better lines. I am happy with how things turned out. I went 15-11 for 13th overall. I’m really happy with the bike right now.”

Justin Rodbell #55: Only his third day on the new bike, and Rodbell quickly adapted to the RM-Z 450 Suzuki. Justin got more comfortable as the day progressed. His best race came in the second moto with 17th place. He finished 19th overall, going 20-17 in two motos.

“Ironman was an alright day,” said Justin Rodbell. “I ended up finishing 19th overall, going 20th and 17th in both motos. It was literally my third day learning the Suzuki. A lot to take in, but I am having fun. These guys are great. It’s cool to have this support and options throughout the day. Dave Cruz has been a huge help with suspension, having Travis Soules as my mechanic is a huge help, and being able to fly here has been huge. Really cool to have this opportunity. I am super pumped. I am going to keep working to do better.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: The 24-year-old from New Jersey will miss the remainder of the Outdoor Nationals. After injuring his ankle during the 8th round and further examinations, Hartranft needed surgery on damaged ligaments. Brandon is currently recovering from ankle surgery. The team and Brandon expect him to be back on October 8th for the World Supercross series opening round in Cardiff, UK.

“Glad to have 2 bikes back on the track this weekend,” said team manager, Dustin Pipes. “Marshal rode well and is knocking back on the door of top 10. He’s really close and he has a good chance next week of getting back in there. We welcomed Justin Rodbell to the team beginning this weekend and he filled in for Brandon Hartranft great. With only 2 days on the bike, he wasn’t too comfortable, but we were testing different parts all day and found a good direction the last race.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, heads to Pala, California for the final round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series. Practice and qualifying start at 10:00AM PST and racing is set to begin at 1:00PM PST.

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Marshal Weltin goes down at Budds Creek

(Madera, CA, Aug 22nd, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance had a tough day at the office for the 10th round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series this past Saturday at Budds Creek MX park, in Mechanicsville, Maryland. The team was without Brandon Hartranft due to an ankle injury that occurred in a previous round. Marshal Weltin put forth a strong effort but unfortunately found himself in a first corner crash after the start of moto one. He was severely bruised, unable to continue racing, and was forced to call it a day.

Marshal Weltin #285: Not a great round but not for a lack of effort. Marshal got a great jump off the gate first moto but unfortunately crashed in the first corner and was unable to return. He suffered no major injuries but was severely bruised and unable to continue racing. Expect to see him back on the bike at Ironman.

“Tough go at it today,” said Marshal Weltin. “I still struggled in qualifying a little bit. I felt like I was comfortable still and I am really happy with the bike overall. Unfortunately got caught up in pretty bad crash in turn one in the first moto. I got caught up in another riders rear wheel and was not able to stop and slammed really hard. I feel like I’m okay. I just have a lot of big bruises and I am really banged up. I was not able to finish out the day. I’m going to come back next week and hopefully be ready.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: The 24yearold was out for Budds Creek. He missed his only his second round of the entire 2022 season. He continues to heal up from an injury that occurred off the start at the Washougal National. The team is hoping to have Brandon back soon.

“Tough week at the office,” said team manager, Dustin Pipes. “But sometimes that’s how things go. With Brandon again out this past weekend, Marshal tried his best to hold down the fort for the team. Unfortunately, a first corner crash ended his day early, we will regroup again for next weekend.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance looks to finish out the 2022 Lucas Oil Monster Energy AMA Supercross series strong in the final two rounds. The team heads west to Crawfordsville, Indiana for the Ironman National. Practice and qualifying is set to begin at 7:00AM PST and racing starts at 10:00AM PST.

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Marshal Weltin 15th place in moto two.

(Madera, CA, Aug 15th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, had a solid Rd 9 of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series in New Berlin, New York, at the iconic Unadilla MX track. The team was without Brandon Hartranft, who was absent due to an injury in the previous round. Marshal Weltin led the way for the team. His best race came in the second moto with 15th place. Unfortunately, he suffered a first moto mechanical that forced him to retire from the track early, which hampered his overall result.

Marshal Weltin #285: Despite the overall result, Weltin had a strong round at Unadilla. He, unfortunately, suffered a moto one mechanical that forced him to retire from the race early. The team quickly diagnosed and fixed the issue, getting Marshal on the line for the second moto. Weltin put out a solid effort in the second moto with 15th place. He finished 19th overall, going 38-15 in two motos.

“Right from the go, I struggled,” said Marshal Weltin. “I think the break thru me off with my riding, and that kind of rebounded into my motos. I put myself in a decent potion in the first moto and was running as high as 12th place, I believe. I had an unfortunate mechanics issue that forced me to come in early. The mechanics did a stellar job getting the bike going for the next moto. Given my gate pick, I didn’t get a good start, but I was able to work my way up into 15th place. I will put the work boots on and grind out back in California this week. Going to keep plugging away.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: The team was without Brandon Hartranft for the 8th round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series. Brandon suffered a ligament tear in his right ankle. He sustained this injury at the 7th round in Washougal, WA. Look for him to return to racing soon.

“Happy with how the team handled the day,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Marshal led the way for us. An unfortunate mechanical issue kept him from finishing the first moto. Our mechanics worked swiftly, making sure he was back on the bike for the next moto. Definitely a bummer not having Brandon this round. We are hoping to have him back for Budds Creek.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, continues its East Coast trek with Rd 10 at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, Maryland. Practice starts at 7:00 AM PST, and racing begins at 10:00 AM PST.

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Marshal Weltin 11th overall at Washougal MX Park

(Madera, CA, July 25th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance escapes Washougal with 11th overall from Marshal Weltin and Brandon Hartranft in 21st overall. Both riders battled thru injuries at different times throughout the day. Brandon was involved in a first corner pile up off the start in moto one but was able to salvage the day and score points moto two. Despite some bruises and ligament damage to his right ankle Hartranft was deemed fit to ride after a visit to the medics. Marshal went down hard during qualifying resulting in black eye and bruised knee. Weltin fought through the pain in both motos and rode great to 12-11 moto finishes for 11th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Rough day racing for Hartranft who turned 24 years old Friday before the race. Crashing in the first corner off the start moto one, Brandon was banged up bad and forced to pull off in order to be ready for moto 2. He was able to salvage an 18th place moto finish resulting in 21st overall for the day.

“Wasn’t the best round for me, honestly thought today was going to be a good day for me and the team. I had an ok start in the first moto, but I ended up being in a pile up and ran over by a couple people. I tweaked my ankle a little bit I had to pull off moto one and get ready for moto two. I wanted to score some points, I finished 18th moto two. I didn’t ride well but I wanted to score some points. I’m happy we are healthy, and we have a two-week break, we have to keep working and end on a good note these last few rounds.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Two strong motos from Weltin at Washougal MX Park. Marshal had a rough crash in qualifying that resulted in black eye and bruised knee. He didn’t quit and rode with resiliency and determination both motos to an 11th overall finish going 12-11 in two motos.

“Felt pretty good coming into the weekend,” said Marshall Weltin. “I have been putting work in California… I feel like the tracks are relatable with the acceleration bumps and how things form up. So, I was feeling good coming into the weekends. The bikes were working great. I put in the work went 12-11 for 11th overall. It was a really cool weekend. Overall, really fun day. I’m excited for this two-week break.”

“Mixed day at Washougal,” said team manager, Dustin Pipes. “Marshal had a good day battling for a top 10. Was tough finishing so close with 11th but I like the fight he showed all day. Brandon unfortunately had a tough day with a first corner crash in the first moto. After getting checked out by the medical team he toughed out the second moto which was good to see. He will get looked at further to determine his status for the next event. The bikes worked great all day and the staff worked well together.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance takes a two week break from the 2022 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross series. Racing returns August 13th with practice and qualifying set to begin at 10:00AM EST and racing to start at 12:00 AM EST.

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Hartranft 11th overall at the Springcreek MX Park

(Madera, CA, July 18th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance took on the 7th round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series. The 7th round of the outdoor nationals took place at the Spring Creek MX Park in Millville, MN. The fans packed the hillsides and fence lines. The track conditions were great. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with 11th overall. Marshal Weltin was not too far behind him with 16th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Consistent day on the RM-Z450 Suzuki for the 23-year-old. Despite struggling off the gate, Hartranft fought through the pack both motos and finished 13th place moto one and moto two. Brandon finished 11th overall.

“Pretty good Rd 7 for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I felt much better all day long. I like that track a lot, the sand, and the jumps. That track is a lot of fun, you can scrub jumps and the rollers are fun. Qualifying went well. I didn’t have the best start moto one and got up to 13th place. I had another bad start moto two, but I fought hard and ended up 13th again for 11th overall. I really want to be top ten. I am going to keep trying. Lots of positives from this weekend.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Solid day at Southwick. Despite not having good starts, Marshal pushed forward both motos. Weltin finished 14-15 for 16th overall.

“Really enjoyed the track,” said Marshall Weltin. “Really enjoyed the track all day. the martin family do a good job with track prep and making sure the conditions are on point. I had some good battles today. I ended up 14-15 on the day for 16th overall. I’m definitely searching for a few more positions. Happy to come away healthy and feeling good coming into next weekend.”

“Springcreek did not disappoint,” said team Manager Dustin Pipes. “The mechanics did a good job making sure the riders were dialed in all day. Brandon and Marshall rode well. Hartranft finished 11th overall going 13-13 in two motos. Weltin finished 16th overall going 14-15 in two motos. Expect to see these two push for better starts and stronger results in the final five rounds.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports presented by Progressive Insurance, heads to the Pacific Northwest for the annual Washougal MX National. Practice and qualifying start at 10:00AM PST and racing is set to start at 1:00PM PST.

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Hartranft 16th overall at the Southwick National.

(Madera, CA, July 12th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/ H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, reached the halfway point of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series this past Saturday, at the Southwick National, in Southwick, Massachusetts. You won’t find another track like Southwick racing Pro motocross, and this sand track is unique to the series. The event was packed with fans cheering the riders on every lap. Brandon Hartranft leads the way for the team, finishing 16th overall. Marshall Weltin finished the day 20th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Solid ending to the day for the 23-year-old. His best race came in the second moto. Brandon got a good start and ran consistently in 13th place, where he finished. The first moto, Hartranft struggled. He went down hard in the sand, killing his momentum. Despite the rough first moto, Brandon did not quit and pushed himself hard in moto two. He finished the day 16th overall, going 28-13 in the two motos.

“Not the best but not the worst day,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I didn’t ride too well the first moto. I crashed, took a bar to the ribs, and didn’t score points. Moto 2 I started well and fought hard. I finished in 13th place. I’m not happy with the results lately, but it’s part of the game. We are healthy, and I am happy. We are making progress every weekend, but these results are not what I’m looking for, so we will keep plugging away.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Leaving it all on the track, Weltins’ results didn’t match his effort. Crashing three times in the first moto, Marshall did not quit and continued to push forward; he finished the first moto in 26th place. He was able to rebound in moto two and come away with 17th place for 20th overall.

“Pretty bummed overall on the day with how I road in general,” said Marshal Weltin. “I had quite a bit of confidence coming into this round after last weekend. I fought everything all day. I think I was overriding, expecting just a little too much out of myself. In the first moto, I had three pretty big crashes, I didn’t quit, and I think I finished in the 20s. It’s a bummer to try that hard and not score any points. I came back in moto 2, I thought I got a decent start, but the whole field was in front of me. I charged my way into 17th. I finished 20th overall on the day. I struggled today to find my flow. I am really grateful to have the whole team behind me. Everyone worked hard all day. I have no complaints; I have to do better on the track.”

“Strong finish for the team after a bumpy start to Southwick,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “We had both riders go down in the first moto, which is something you never want to see. The team didn’t quit and rallied for the next race. Hartranft led the way for the team with 13th place in moto two, finishing 16th overall on the day. Brandon’s crashes in the first moto set him back, and he could not get into a scoring position. He didn’t give up, though, and got a better start, moto two putting a solid race together with 13th place. Unfortunately, Marshall’s efforts didn’t reflect in his results. After crashing three times, he finished 20th overall on the day his best race came moto two with a 17th place finish. I am proud of the effort and determination the riders and mechanics showed today. Both guys are going to rebound from this round. The whole team is looking forward to Springcreek.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, Presented by Progressive Insurance, heads to Millville, Minnesota, for the SpringCreek National this Saturday. Practice/Qualifying gets underway at 8:00 AM PST, with the first race set to begin at 11:00 AM PST.

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Hartranft 16th overall at the Southwick National.

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Weltin career best 10th overall at Redbud

(Madera, CA, July 4th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/ H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance had a productive 5th round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Outdoor National Championship series. The Redbud National lived up to its reputation; the atmosphere was all time, with the hillsides and fence lines filled with fans, friends, and families. Marshal Weltin led the way for the team with 10th overall. Brandon Hartranft was right behind him with 13th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Consistent day for the 23-year-old. Despite struggling in practice and qualifying, Hartranft was resilient in his effort and did not give up. Both motos Brandon got decent starts. His best race came in the first moto, running as high as 10th before arm pump got the better of him causing him to drop back. He finished the day 13th overall going 13-13 in two motos.

“Redbud was tough for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I struggled in qualifying. Moto 1 I got a decent start, and I was around 10th, but then my arm started to pump up badly I dropped back to 15th. I was able to regroup and move up a few positions before it was over. The second moto, I rode much better, we made a suspension change that helped. I ended up with another 13th going 13-13 for 13th overall. Definitely not happy with the results but we must take the positives out of it and move forward to round 6 at Southwick.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Close as it gets to a home race for Marshal Weltin; growing up only 4 hours away from Redbud. Racing in front of family and friends, Marshal had his personal best finish in the outdoor nationals with 10th overall. Weltin got a strong start both motos. His best race came in the first moto with 10th place. He carried that momentum into the next moto with 12th place. He finished 10th overall in the 450cc premier class going 10-12 in 2 motos.

“Redbud overall was a pretty cool weekend for me,” said Marshal Weltin. “It’s my home race being from Michigan, and I really felt it with my friends and family around. The day started off rocky in qualifying but when that gate dropped my instincts kicked in. I had my personal best finish in the first moto with 10th place and then 12th in the second moto. I ended up with 10th overall, I am stoked with the results. It’s always a lot of fun racing at Redbud.”

“Good day for the team at Redbud,” said Dustin Pipes. “Such an awesome event, the atmosphere, the fans, it can’t be beat. Our guys were being cheered on all day and it was great to be a part of. Marshall cracking the top 10 was great to see, his progression in just a few short weeks has been great. I’m hoping to see more of the same to round out the series. Brandon is still finding his stride and we plan to help him get there. He is not placing where the team or he expects, and we are going to work to fix that.”

The 2022 Outdoor Nationals head to Southwick, Massachusetts for the 6th round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Outdoor Championship Series. Practice/qualifying starts at 10:00 AM EST and racing starts at 1:30 PM EST.

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Hartranft 11th Overall at High Point Raceway

(Madera, CA, June 20th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/ H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance got after it this past Saturday at the fourth round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series. Racing at the historic High Point Raceway in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, the hillsides, and fence lines where packed with fans cheering on riders every lap. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with 11th overall and Marshal Weltin was not too far behind in 15th place.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Strong result for the 23-year-old New Jersey native who finished 11th overall. Despite getting tied up in traffic off the start in both motos, Hartranft was able to quickly work his way into the top 20. He made his way up to 12th place both motos for 11th overall.

“Much better weekend for myself,” said Brandon Hartranft. “We made some improvements this past week, rode smooth all day. Definitely love these East coast tracks. I ended up 11th overall just shy of the top ten. The field is very tough right now, I need to work on my starts. Happy with the progression we have made, but I’m bummed that its round 4 and I am starting to figure it out. I’m going to keep fighting and will be in that top ten shortly.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Solid result for Weltin in his second race on the RM-Z 450. He is quickly adapting to the Suzuki and catching his stride in the 450cc premier class. Marshal got off to great starts in both his motos. He rode very consistent and finished16-14 for 15th overall.

“Round 4 went pretty good,” said Marshal Weltin. “I struggled in qualifying, trying to get things dialed in. The teams doing great. The bike’s great and I’m happy with everything. We are working well together. We are going to keep picking away and trying to break into the top ten. I feel like I’m riding pretty good. Just this weekend was little uncomfortable, not quite what I’m used to riding overall. I think I am a good place headed into Redbud. I’m stoked for my home race coming up. I’m going to shoot for some good results and show up for my home crowd.”

“Starting to gain a little momentum as we get into the middle stretch of the championship,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “Marshal is continuing to get familiar with the bike and it’s showing on the racetrack with him battling within the top 10 in the beginning of the motos. We’re excited to continue testing with him in preparation of his home race at Red Bud, where we think he has the potential to take the next step. Brandon had a better day with 11th overall and is starting to look more like himself. Dave, Clark, and Jaimie did a great job on the new motor spec for him, and it allowed for a more complete race. He was in a battle every lap of both motos and ended up on the better end of both, once he fixes his starts, he’ll be well inside the top ten.”

The 2022 Outdoor National will resume in two weeks’ time from this past Saturday as the series takes a week break before Red Bud National on July 2nd. Qualifying starts at 8:00AM EST and the first gate is set to drop at 1:00AM EST.

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Weltin 13th overall, Hartranft 14th overall at Thunder Valley

(Madera, CA, June 13th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports, presented by Progressive Insurance, made progress at round 3 of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Outdoor Nationals in Lakewood, Colorado, this past Saturday. The team welcomed the new addition of Marshal Weltin, whose coming along for the remainder of the Outdoor Nationals. Weltin, his first race aboard the RM-Z450 Suzuki, finished a personal best with 13th overall. Brandon Hartranft had a productive day in the third round, finishing 14th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Consistent day for Brandon Hartranft on his RM-Z450 Suzuki, going 14-14 for 14th overall. Despite struggling off the gate, the 24-year-old New Jersey native did quick work with the field moving into the top 20, eventually finishing in 14th place in both motos.

“Solid day at round 3,” said Brandon Hartranft. “First moto battled with my teammate the entire moto he was riding really good, I finished 14th. In the second moto, I had a terrible start. I came from far back to 13th, but I got passed with 5 minutes to go. Not happy with the result, but I made some progress. I struggled the first two rounds, and this past weekend felt like my first round in a way. I have a lot to improve on. I’m happy with how the day went. We’ll keep fighting, and hopefully, we can squeeze into the top ten.”

Marshal Weltin #285: Personal best for Marshal Weltin in his first race on his RM-Z450 Suzuki. Didn’t take long for the 26-year-old Michigan native to adjust to the race bike. Weltin looked good all day, going 15-13 for 13th overall.

“First round with the team,” said Marshal Weltin. “Really grateful for the opportunity they presented me. I have been on my own for a while, so it’s a breath of fresh air joining the team. It feels like a weight off my shoulder to be a part of the program and showcase what I can do this summer. Overall, this weekend went pretty well for me; I was comfortable jumping on the bike right away. I’m happy with the results, we definitely want to keep building and want more, but I think it’s a good platform to start.”

“Step in the right direction,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “We welcomed a new rider with Marshal Weltin, who plugged in seamlessly, achieving his best overall finish with only a few days with the team. As he gets more situated with the bike and personal, I expect him to only keep improving. Brandon had a better day as well but starts held him back. The riding was good, but you can’t start outside the top 30 with this field. We are eager for Highpoint.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports, presented by Progressive Insurance, heads to Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania, for the High Point National. Practice/Qualifying starts at 7:00AM PST. Racing begins at 10:00AM PST.

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Hartranft 17th overall at the Hangtown National

(Madera, CA, June 6th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports, presented by Progressive Insurance, headed up to northern California for the Hangtown National, the second round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series in Prairie City, California. The fence lines and hillsides were packed with fans cheering until the final lap. The team didn’t have the best results, but it wasn’t for lack of effort. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with his best result coming in the first moto with 15th place. Justin Bogle sustained an injury during the first moto and did not return for the second moto.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Hard-fought day for the 23-year-old from New Jersey who struggled with results in Hangtown. Brandon had vigorous qualifying sessions and headed into the first moto 13th overall. Hartranft struggled in his motos but didn’t quit and pushed for 17th overall. His best race came in the first moto with 15th place.

“Today did not go as planned,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I have been struggling with the power of the bike. It is so fast. I’m not going to quit, and the team will not quit. The track was gnarly. It’s probably one of the roughest Hangtowns I’ve ever witnessed, but everyone has to race it. I think I was 17th overall, which is bad for me. I’m going to go back to the drawing board and keep working.”

Justin Bogle #19: Unfortunate day for Bogle, who suffered an injury during the first moto that prevented him from returning to race the second moto. There is no timetable for his return.

“Rough day at the second round,” said Dustin Pipes. “Glad to be out of there and moving on to the next race. We have a plan in motion to be better at the rounds moving forward.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Motorsports, presented by Progressive Insurance, heads to Lakewood, Colorado, to Thunder Valley Raceway for the third round of the 2022 Lucas Oil Outdoor Nationals. Qualifying starts at 9:00AM, and racing begins at 2:00PM.

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Kicks off the 2022 Outdoor Nationals at Pala Raceway

(Madera, CA, May 30th, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, kicked off the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series at Pala Raceway in Southern California. This round marked the 50th year of the Outdoor Nationals—the fence lines were packed with fans cheering the entire race. Brandon Hartranft and Justin Bogle both had intense moments throughout the day. Bogle got great starts in both motos, and Hartranft looked very consistent aboard his RM-Z450 Suzuki.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Unfortunate end to the day at Pala. Brandon looked strong in qualifying. In the first moto, Hartranft got a strong start and ran in tenth place for the first half of the race before arm pump took over. Fighting through it, he was able to finish the race in 16th place. The next moto, Brandon got caught in a first corner pile-up that put him in last place. Not giving up, he worked his way up to 18th place before his bike started to lose power, and he was forced to pull off the track.

“This round definitely started off good for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “In the first moto, I got a great start, and I was in tenth place, but I got arm pump really bad and fell back. It was not a good first moto. I had a mediocre start in the next moto and got caught in a pile-up. I worked my way up from last to 18th, which was good, but my bike started to lose power, and I had to pull in. I am starting in a better position than last year, and I feel good on the bike. I’m looking forward to Hangtown this weekend.”

Justin Bogle #19: Not the start the #19 machine was hoping to have to the Outdoor Nationals this past Saturday. Justin got strong starts in both motos but was not able to stay upfront. Bogle finished 20-22 in two races.

“Man, really rough day for me,” said Justin Bogle. “I just struggled really hard, I tried and I went 20-20. Today was tough to get through. We are going to get back to work. Get myself ready and bike better. I am happy to get out of here healthy and ready for Hangtown.”

“Difficult first round in Pala this past weekend,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “We’ve either had bad luck or struggled to find the proper settings at this track for a couple of years now. Unfortunately, we carried on that tradition. Crashes, arm pump, and a mechanical DNF in the final moto all relegated the racers to results they are not happy with. Glad to be out of there and set our sights on Hangtown where Brandon achieved his first top 5 last season and Justin also raced in the top 10.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki Presented by Progressive Insurance heads to northern California for the annual Hangtown National in Prairie City. Racing is set to start at 1:00PM and will be live on MAVTV Plus.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance

Hartranft 8th overall in the 450 premier class.

(Madera, CA, May 2nd, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, finished out the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series strong in Salt Lake City, Utah. Brandon Hartranft and Justin Bogle both had productive nights on their Suzuki RM-Z 450. Justin got a holeshot and led during the main event. Brandon finished 8th overall. He capped off a remarkable supercross series finishing 8th in points for the 450cc premiere class.

Brandon Hartranft #41: What a series it’s been for the young 23-year-old from New Jersey, capping off a remarkable supercross series with 8th overall in the 450cc premiere class. Brandon had one of his best qualifying sessions with 7th overall. He followed it up in the heat race with 6th overall. In the main event, Hartranft continued his impressive riding. He got a good start and rode inside the top ten. He finished 8th overall, locking in 8th place for the 450cc premier class series points.

“Round 17 was good for me. I really gelled with the track,” said Brandon Hartranft. “My best qualifying all year with 7th. Going into this final weekend me, and Brayton were battling for 8th place in points. He was three points back. So my goal was to secure 8th overall in points. Been such a great year for myself and the team. In the main event, I felt I honestly rode my best all year and ended up 8th. Whoops, they were super challenging but definitely one of the better Salt Lake tracks. I am looking forward to the break and getting ready for the outdoors.”

Justin Bogle #19: Strong finish to the series for the veteran rider. Justin looked very consistent all day, from qualifying to the final lap. Bogle had a solid heat race with 6th place. In the main event, he got a great start with a holeshot and led for a lap. Bogle rode well the entire main event. He finished 12th overall.

“Good weekend in SLC,” said Justin Bogle. “I was really happy with the team and the bike. I got a great start in the main event and led for a bit which was good. I am happy with 12th overall and am looking forward to the outdoors. “

Adam Enticknap #722: Still dealing with the lingering effects from his crash last round pushing for qualifying position; the fan-favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce,” missed the main event in SLC.

“Really tough weekend for me, “I got hurt the weekend before, popping my ribs out. So, I was dealing with that all week. I qualified well and felt good. I didn’t get the starts I needed to make it happen. It was a tough weekend for the last round, but we did the best we could for being hurt.

“Great way to end the supercross season,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “Brandon and Justin are both pushing the pace in qualifying practice leading to good gate pick in the night program. Justin was out front and leading early, which is something we want to see more often. I am extremely proud of Brandon for having a great main event and securing 8th overall in the championship. It was a huge step for him, and he really rose to the occasion. The day went smoothly as the bike setup was spot on from the beginning, really a testament to the growth the team has made throughout the season. I am looking forward to getting back to it in a few short weeks.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, heads back to California to prepare for the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series. Racing starts May 28th at Fox Raceway.

Hartranft 11th overall in Denver, CO.

(Madera, CA, May 2nd, 2022) – Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, had a productive 16th round in Denver, Colorado. Brandon Hartranft continues his progression on the year as he moves further into the top ten for series points. Justin Bogle was riding great all day until a mechanical issue made things difficult for him. Adam Enticknap had his best qualifying all year with 16th place but fell in the LCQ and missed the main event.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Another career day for the young 450 premiere class rider who moved into 8th place for series points. Very solid heat and main event races from Hartranft. He finished 5th in his heat. Brandon got a bad start in the main but quickly battled his way up into 11th place, where he finished the race. Hartranft holds a 3-point gap in the 9th place and looks to keep it in the final round next Saturday in Salt Lake City.

“Felt really good today,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Heat race went good. I got a smooth start and put it in there. For the main event, I just butchered the start, and I picked an outside gate, hoping to get a good rut, and I got a bad start. That upset me because I shouldn’t have been that far back. I fought my way back to 11th. I’m battling for 8th place in series points. I am looking forward to the next round.”

Justin Bogle #19: Unfortunate night for Bogle, who was riding well all day. Justin attacked the track quickly in qualifying, making it on top of the board for times at one point. In the main event, he got a decent start and ran in 10th before a mechanical issue made it very difficult for Justin to continue racing at his pace, and he dropped back in the pack. Bogle was able to ride thru it and finish the race.

“Rough day for me in Denver,” said Justin Bogle. “Practice started out pretty good. I felt comfortable and got up to speed quickly. Then everything unraveled when the important stuff started to happen. Not a great heat race for me today. I had a fall got-together with another guy. I barely made it into the main. The main event was pretty much a wash. I had a mechanical issue with the bike. It made it tuff to finish the race. We are healthy, and we will try again next weekend.”

Adam Enticknap #722: Rough day for the fan-favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce.” He crashed three separate times throughout the day. He qualified his best all year with 16th place and was riding well despite all that. In both races, Adam struggled off the gate and had to work his way up the pack. He missed the main event in his heat race by two positions. In the LCQ, working his way thru the pack, Enticknap fell, going for a pass on the inside. This crash dropped him out of the qualifying position and ended his night early.

“It was a pretty good day to start out,” said Adam Enticknap. “I ended up qualifying 16th, which for me was good. Unfortunately, I just had some bad starts. I have been trying to work on them during the week, but I haven’t been able to get it right yet. My team made some great adjustments to my bike throughout the day to help me, but I just couldn’t get it done. I made a mistake, trying to get to the inside to make a pass, and it just slid out from under me, and I swapped out. That was the end of my day. I am looking forward to Salt Lake.”

“Rough day for the team,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “We didn’t ride to our potential. Adam had three big falls today, which put him behind the eight-ball. Right when we started the day, Justin had an electrical issue that he tried to ride thru, but it kept getting worse. It was a real bummer because Justin rode great all day, all thru practice. He was top of the board at one point. It was looking to be a good day for him. It sucks it ended this way. We will regroup as a team and do better for him so he can finish the season on a high note. Brandon is locked in a pretty tight points battle for 8th up 3 points. For Brandon to be in 8th for points is a big deal, he has shown a lot of growth this year. We are going to give it our all next weekend and hope to finish strong.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki, presented by Progressive Insurance, looks to finish out the final round of the series this Saturday in Salt Lake City, Utah. Brandon Hartranft heads into the final round battling for 8th with a 3-point edge on the 9th place. With all three riders pushing to finish the series strong, intensity is expected to be at an all-time high next round. Qualifying begins at 2 PM EST on Peacock. Racing will start at 8 PM EST on Peacock and CNBC.

Hartranft moves into the top ten in series points for the 450cc premiere class.

(Madera, CA, April 25th, 2022) Team Twisted Tea Suzuki, Presented by Progressive Insurance, was in Foxborough, Massachusetts, for the 15th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series this past weekend. Brandon Hartranft had a productive day on his RM-Z450 Suzuki, moving into the top ten in series points with 11th overall in the main event.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Career Day for the young 23-year-old New Jersey Native who moved further into the top ten for series points with 11th overall in the main event. Brandon shows his potential with another solid round, finishing in 7th during his heat race and 11th place in the main event. Throughout the night, Hartranft battled for a series points position. With two rounds to go and a 6-point gap between 9th and 10th place, Hartranft now finds himself in 9th place for the 450 premiere class.

“Smooth day for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “The track was gnarly. I got a good start. I was in 4th for a bit battling with Brayton, but he got me, and I finished 5th. In the main event, I got a great start but got pushed outside and had to lose a lot of positions before I got back on the track. I was able to work my way up to 11th. We got two to go, and I’m happy we rode solid all day.”

Justin Bogle #19: Bike malfunction prevented Bogle from a strong round in Boston. Justin was riding solid all day. He got a good start in his heat race and locked in a transfer position with 7th place. Justin got a good start in the main event and was in 10th place until he had a bike malfunction and dropped back to last place.

“Not the best weekend in Foxborough,” said Justin Bogle. “Glad to get out of here healthy. I want to finish these last few weeks strong.”

Adam Enticknap #722: Coming off back-to-back main event finishes in the past two rounds, it was a tuff day at the office for the fan-favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce.” Enticknap continues to push hard for better results in the final rounds of the supercross series but came up short in Boston by a few positions and missed the main event.

“Always a unique experience to race in Gillette Stadium,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “It was even better with the team hosting corporate staff from our partner Twisted Tea. It was great to have so many of their team turn out to experience supercross. In terms of on the track, it wasn’t our best showing. We struggled most of the day, but we have a solid plan to put this race behind us and move forward. Brandon is up to 9th in series points, which is a great accomplishment going into the final rounds.”

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki heads to the Mile High City, Denver, Colorado, for the 16th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Only two rounds remain; expect to see the team put it all on the table these final two Saturday races with Brandon Hartranft battling for series points in 9th place, holding a 6-point lead over 10th place.

Hartranft 9th overall at the Atlanta Motor Speedway

(Madera, CA, April 18th, 2022) – Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance, had an intense day in Atlanta for the 14th round of the series. Brandon Hartranft leads the team’s way with 9th overall in the 450cc premier class, subsequently moving into the top ten in series points. Justin Bogle was on his way to another stellar performance before an opening lap mishap forced him to come into mechanics row before returning. Adam Enticknap road well in his second race back from a six-week absence due to a neck injury earlier in the series.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Atlanta was a strong round for the young 450 premiere class rider. Brandon moved into 10th place for series points with another top ten finish. Hartranft road well in his heat race, finishing in 5th place. He carried that momentum into the main event, worked his way inside the top ten, and into 9th place, where he finished the race.

“I think we got very lucky with the rain,” said Brandon Hartranft. “We had one qualifying session; it was super muddy. I got a decent start in the heat race and finished in 5th. The track was very challenging, but I felt good. It was solid main for 9th place. I ended the round healthy, and I moved into the top ten for points., I am ready to return home, have another solid week, and be ready for Foxborough.”

Justin Bogle #19: Tenacious effort from Bogle in Atlanta. Justin got a great start in his heat race and pulled the holeshot. He ran up front before eventually settling into 4th place, where he finished. It looked like it would be the same start for the main event. Bogle got a significant jump off the gate but hit a tuff block in the first rhythm section that bent his shifting lever. Justin entered mechanics row, and the crew quickly remedied the situation, but Justin was now laps down and out of the race. He did not quit; he rode hard until the end and finished in 21st place.

“Rough weekend for me,” said Justin Bogle. “I had a close call at the press day that made for a good video but not a good time. I got a good start in the heat; I didn’t ride well, but I ended up 4th. I got a good start in the main event, but I had an issue in the first rhythm section, and I bent my shifting lever badly. I had to come into the mechanics row to get it fixed. I came back a few laps down and ended up last. Just glad to get out here healthy for next weekend.”

Adam Enticknap #722: Returning to the team in only his second race back from a six-week absence due to a neck injury, Enticknap put his RM-Z450 Suzuki in the main event again. He finished 20th overall.

“This weekend went better,” said Adam Enticknap. “Coming off a six-week injury, this was my second race back. I definitely made improvements. It was a solid day for me. I made it thru the LCQ and into the main event. Unfortunately, I am not as in the shape I want to be, so I have to keep pushing in the right direction and get ready for Foxborough.”

“Overall, it was a-okay day,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “I think we left a little bit on the table. It was a short program, one qualifying, so every lap mattered. I think they got thru practice well. The heat races went well for Justin and Brandon, who easily qualified for the main. Adam, unfortunately, had some problems on the first lap, so he had to go to the LCQ, where he transferred in. The main event was a little rough. Brandon got 9th and moved into the top ten in points. Justin had a mechanical issue and a couple of falls that relegated him. Adam needs to work on putting his qualifying speed into the main event, and he should get some better results. I am looking forward to Foxborough. We are hosting the Boston Beer Family. So Twisted Tea will be there, and we are hoping to have a standout show there.”

Team Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki heads to Boston, MA for the 15th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Qualifying begins at 9:00 AM EST on Peacock TV. The first gate drop is at 3:00 PM EST on NBC & Peacock TV.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance strong night in St. Louis, MO in the final Triple Crown.

(Madera, CA, April 10th, 2022) – Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance capped off the final triple crown of the 2022 monster Energy AMA Supercross series this past Saturday in St. Louis, MO. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with 8th overall in the 450-premiere class. He rode very consistent going 9-8-9 in three main events. Justin Bogle was right behind him with 10th overall. He ended the night strong with two top ten main event finishes. After missing 5 rounds with a neck injury, the team was happy to have Adam Enticknap back racing. He rode very well in his first race back with the team finishing 19th overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41: Very strong and consistent race for the young 450 premiere class rider. He looked very good during all three main events. Even when Brandon struggled off the start in the second main event, he was able to battle his way back into the top ten in a short amount of time. His best race came in the final main event, coming around the corner in 2nd place Brandon put himself up front, he looked very comfortable, settling into a groove and finishing in 9th place. Hartranft went 9-8-9 in three main events for 8th overall.

“Solid ride in St. Louis,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I had a good start to the first main, rode well finishing in 9th. I didn’t get the best start to the second main event, but I battelled my way back up to 8th. I had my best race in the final main event. Came around the first corner 2nd which was nice. I had a lot of positives to night. I got 8th overall tonight my best 450 supercross result. I am going to keep working hard and well see what happens next weekend.”

Justin Bogle #19: Strong effort in St. Louis for Justin. The round started out rough for Bogle in the first main event, crashing two different times ultimately resulting in a 17th place finish. In the next two main events, Justin rode great with two solid starts, he ran in the top ten both motos. He finished out the triple crown going 17-9-8 for 10th overall.

“Making a lot of progress,” said Justin Bogle, “We did a lot of testing and lots of work these past couple weeks. Qualifying went better for me. It was a rough first main event I crashed a couple times it was rough. The second one was better. The last main was good, something to build on. Just going to try and keep improving working during the week getting myself and the bike better. I am happy with the direction we are headed in.”

Adam Enticknap #722: After missing 5 rounds from a neck injury, the fan favorite “Seven-Deuce -Deuce” was back racing. Adam got comfortable as the day when on. Qualifying 20th overall, he was just shy of the top 18. In the LCQ, Adam got a strong start and locked down third place for a transfer position. In the main event, Enticknap rode very consistent. He finished 19th overall going 18-17-17 in three main events.

“Pretty stoked to be coming back to the races, said Adam Enticknap. “Coming back from a fractured neck. I got cleared last Friday for the races and had a week to prepare for. I ended up qualifying 20th so I had to go race the LCQ in the LCQ I got third which was awesome. In the night show I had three solid main events which I am happy about. Looking forward to having a good week and putting a better foot forward in Atlanta.”

“Great racing in St. Louis tonight,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “All three riders had solid, consistent main events with the exception of Justin falling twice in the first main event. I liked the way he rebounded for two top ten finishes. The dirt was great, our bikes looked planted, and the fan support was awesome. Looking forward to finishing out the season strong over the next month.”

The 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series heads to Atlanta, Georgia for its second time at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. The 14th round of the series will be live on NBC & Peacock TV with qualifying starting at 9:00AM EST and the first gate drop at 3:00PM EST.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance with pair of Top Tens in Seattle, WA.

(Madera, CA, March 28th, 2022) – The 12th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series was held at Lumen field in Seattle, Washington. Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance had a fantastic day on the track with a pair of top tens. Justin Bogle was on the gas with a 3rd place heat finish. He carried that momentum into the main event and finished 8th overall. Brandon Hartranft was not too far behind him in 10th overall and is inching closer to the top ten in series points for the 450-premiere class. Adam Enticknap continues to heal from a neck injury earlier in the series. He was not racing but was with the team doing sideline reporting for Supercross Live.

Justin Bogle #19: Very productive round in Seattle. Justin got a great start to his heat race and ran third the entire time. Bogle carried that momentum into the main event, got a decent start, and ran inside the top ten, for the entire 20 minute + 2 laps main event. He finished 8th overall, capping off one of his best performances yet to come this year.

“Better day in Seattle,” said Justin Bogle, “Heat race was good. I got a good start and ended up 3rd in the heat race. So, I got a good gate pick in the main event. I got a good start in the main. The first half of the main was good; I was riding well. I made a couple of mistakes and got a little tight. I struggled in the second half of the main. All things considered; we are making progress. We got through with another single-digit finish. The team is rallying behind me. I am excited, and we will keep testing during the week and improving.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: Another career day with a top 10 overall for the young 23-year-old 450-premiere class rider. Brandon got a decent start in his heat race and locked down a transfer position early in 6th place. After getting out to a bad start in the main event, Hartranft pushed the pace moving nine spots, from 19th place to inside the top ten. Brandon finished 10th overall and is inching closer to the top ten in series points.

“Pretty good round in Seattle,” said Brandon Hartranft. We were solid in practice and qualifying. I had an okay heat race; I got a decent gate pick in the main, but I got a bad start. I came from 19th to 10th; I rode my butt off. I am excited about this break and build for the next round!”

“Good night in Seattle,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “The team is making progress, and the results are showing. The riders have been testing a lot during the week to try and find a better setup, and I think the team’s hard work is starting to show. The home stretch is setting up nicely for us to continue growing.”

The 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series takes a one-week break from the action and returns on April 9th in St. Louis, MO, at the Dome in downtown St. Louis. Qualifying begins at 1:30 PM EST, and racing will follow on CNBC & Peacock TV at 8:00 PM EST.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Bogle 13th in Indy

(Madera, CA, March 20th, 2022) – The 11th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series got underway at Lucas Oil Field House in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance got after it in the heat races with Justin Bogle in 5th and Brandon Hartranft in 6th place. In the main event both riders feel victim to the track and had to recover from dead last. Bogle finished 13th overall, and Hartranft was not too far behind him in 15th place.

Justin Bogle #19: Tuff day at the office for veteran Bogle. In the opening laps of the first qualifying session Justin found himself taken out by another riders’ bike who feel in the whoops and launched the dirt bike. Ultimately smacking Bogle in the back and the back of the head as he was riding along the side of the section viewing the whoops. Justin walked away bruised and very sore. He was able to recover in the next qualifying session and finish just shy of the top ten. In his heat race he got a good start and locked down a transfer spot early, finishing in 5th place. In the main event Bogle ran into some bad luck crashing in the opening lap carnage and found himself in dead last. Justin was able to salvage the situation and come away with 13th place overall in the 450-premiere class main event.

“Today was a wild day for me,” said Justin Bogle. “I had a very interesting crash in first qualifying, I didn’t even get a lap in. I was riding along the whoops checking them out as Brayton was going thru them, he got a little sketchy and crashed. His bike smacked me in the back and the back of the head. I got very very lucky to escape that with just being super sore, and a little beat up. Next practice was okay I got taped up before, chewed on a stick and manned up and finished 11th in qualifying. The heat race didn’t feel great, but it was okay I ended up 5th place. The main event was a disaster, I feel in the first lap I finished 13th and tried to salvage what I could. I’m thankful to be leaving here healthy and to fight another day.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: Not the best result for the 23-year-old 450-premiere class rider who has been progressing round to round. Finishing 15th overall in Indy, Brandon had to recover from a crash in the opening laps that dropped him down to dead last during the main event. He was able to recover and climb 7 positions into the top 15. In his heat race, Hartraft rode solid locking down a transfer position early, finishing in 6th place.

“Stared off the day decent in Indy,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Transferred thru there heat pretty solid with 6th which was good. In the main event I was around 11th before I dumped it in the sand and that did not help me. I was in last place I caught up to 15th. The track was so brutal tonight. It is what it is. I am bummed because I missed opportunity to gain points. It happens, I am safe, the track got some people tonight. I am going to keep working. I want to be the best I can every weekend.”

“Today started off pretty well in Indy” said team manager, Clark Jones. “Everything was going good, the track was very tricky and demanding on the riders. We made it into the main event thru the heat in 5th and 6th place. Which was pretty good. The main event started out okay into the first few sections. Then Justin fell down and found himself in dead last and he worked his way up to 13th. He was easily a top ten rider tonight. A few laps later Brandon fell and was in dead last and fought his way back to 15th. Both riders where riding really well and The Suzuki RM-Z450s were performing really good all night. We just ran into a little bad luck. I am looking forward to Seattle next Saturday.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads to the Pacific Northwest to Seattle, Washington for the 12th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Qualifying starts at 4:00 PM EST and the first gate drop is set to go down 6:00 PM EST.

Pair of top tens for Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance

Justin Bogle #19 leads the way during the opening laps of the 450-premiere class main event.

(Madera, CA, February 21st, 2022) – The 10th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series got underway at the Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance had a stunning team result, with Justin Bogle and Brandon Hartranft having their best result so far this year with a pair of top tens. Adam Enticknap continued to recover from a neck injury and was not with the team in Indy.

Justin Bogle #19 – finishes 8th overall in the 450-premiere class.

Justin Bogle #19 is the season-best result for Justin Bogle, with 8th place overall in Detroit, MI. Justin had an intense ride in his heat race, which resulted in 5th place and carried that momentum into the main event. Bogle got a great start to the main event, getting the holeshot and leading for a few laps. Eventually, settling into an impressive 8th place overall.

“Much better night tonight.,” said Justin Bogle. “We made a lot of progress testing with the guys this past week. I got a good heat race with a 5th, which got me into the main event with a decent gate pick, which led to my getting a holeshot. I led for a few laps, and it was good for me to remember what it feels like to be up there again. The pace is intense, so you got to get there so you can feel it again and get used to it and get back up there. It was nice to lead some laps and feel like myself again a little. The second half of the main wasn’t great. So, we are going to keep plugging away and do some testing. It was a much better night.”

Brandon Hartranft (#41) – finished 9th overall in the 450-premiere class main event.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – Strong result in Detroit, MI for the 23-year-old from New Jersey. A mistake in his heat race while running in 5th caused him to crash and fall out of qualifying position; he found himself in the Last Chance Qualifier. Capitalizing on his mistakes, Brandon took advantage of the L.C.Q. and got a great start leading the entire race, finishing in 1st place. Hartranft continued to ride well in the main event coming away with personal best in supercross with 9th overall in 450-premiere class.

“It was a great day,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Qualifying went well, and I was in Heat 1; I was riding good got into 5th place, and made a dummy mistake. I over jumped a jump and compressed into the face of this jump, indo’d into the tuff blocks finishing in 10th place. I had to go to the L.C.Q. It was cool to get out front and lead; I hadn’t done that in a while. It wasn’t cool to be in the L.C.Q., but it was cool to win the L.C.Q. It was nice being in first. The main event started okay, but I started breathing heavy and cramping up, and I fought thru it. A bunch of guys went down, and we ended up finishing 9th. I am really happy with that.”

“Good day overall for the team,” said Dustin Pipes. “We were a little off the pace in qualifying. We didn’t qualify where we wanted to. In practice, the guys looked better than they did in qualifying. So, we knew we would race better than where we were pitted for gate choice. Both guys rode well in the heat. Unfortunately, Brandon had a bit of a wreck and had to regroup and win the L.C.Q. I think it was good for him to get some clear air up there and win a race for tonight. The main event was great; Justin got a great start. We tested all week with Justin and Brandon, so I was curious to see where we got with it. I think it showed with us getting out there and leading some laps. It was nice to see Justin out there leading laps. He settled in there with 8th place. Brandon started 16th on the opening lap and rode his way to 9th. It was a good result for him and the best one he has had this year. I am happy to get out of Detroit with two top tens, and I am looking forward to Indy!”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads to Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the 11th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross Series. Qualifying begins at 4:00 PM EST, followed by the first gate drop at 7:00 PM EST.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Bogle 11th overall at Daytona.

(Madera, CA, March 7th, 2022) – The 9th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series took place at the historic Daytona International Speedway. The unique round didn’t disappoint, with a huge fan turnout and a track designed by Suzuki legend Ricky Carmichael. The team took part in the festivities, with Adam Enticknap hitting the Progressive Insurance stage for a special interview. The team set up the Sunday after the race at Home Depot with WD-40 for a unique promotional event. The team signed autographs and gave rig tours while the mechanics prepped their race bikes.

Justin Bogle #19: Strong night for Justin Bogle at Daytona with 11th overall in the 450-premier class. After recovering from a crash in the heat race that dropped him out of qualifying positions into the Last Chance Qualifier, Bogle got the job done right away and won the LCQ. He carried that momentum into the main event, managing his late gate pick and fighting for his 11th place overall.

“Daytona was better,” said Justin Bogle. “I felt better in practice and qualifying. Heat race I had a little issue, went down, and didn’t end up qualifying. I had to go to the LCQ. Luckily, I had an uneventful LCQ. I got the win there. I got a little extra track time; that didn’t hurt. Rode a lot better in the main event I was in the fight, and we made a lot of progress. Just outside the top ten ended up 11th, and that’s something to hang on to. We are doing some testing this week. We are going to try some things to get more comfortable. I’m excited about what’s to come. We are going to keep improving and fighting. That’s what we are here to do, and tonight was a lot more enjoyable night.”

Brandon Hartranft #41: Up and down round for Hartranft at Daytona with 17th place overall. Brandon had a strong heat race and was in the mix the entire time, finishing in 7th place. He struggled in the main event with the track and bike problems, but still managed to finish the race 17th overall in the 450-premiere class.

“Rode really good all day until the main event,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I had a strong practice and a first qualifying session. I struggled with the shadows and the sun going down in the final qualifying session. The heat race went smooth. I was battling with Brayton, and I finished in 7th. In the main event, I didn’t ride well; I wasn’t jelling with the track. We are going to be testing this week in Florida. I’m looking forward to making some progress and kicking some butt next weekend.”

“Daytona is a staple of the supercross season,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “It brings an extra level of pressure with it. With that being said, I thought the team handled the extra pressure with it. It wasn’t easy as Justin and Brandon experienced transponder problems in qualifying practice, and Justin had a wreck in the heat, causing him to go to the LCQ. Justin rode more to his potential, finishing 11th overall. Brandon experienced some bike problems that relegated him to 17th overall. We have a busy week of testing schedule and plan to start the next round in Detroit on the right foot. It was also great to have Adam at the racetrack after his injury to help his teammates and see the fans.”

Twisted Tea/HEP Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads to the Motor City; Detroit, Michigan, for the 10th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Qualifying begins at 11:00 AM EST on Peacock TV. The night show starts at 7:00 PM EST on CNBC and Peacock TV.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Hartranft 12th overall in Dallas!

(Madera, CA, February 28th, 2022) – The 8th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series hosted the second triple crown of the series. Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance had an intense day at the track; Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with 12th overall in the 450-premier class. Justin Bogle followed in 19th place. Adam Enticknap had an unfortunate crash in timed qualifying resulting in him missing the remainder of the round due to protocol.

Brandon Hartranft #41: The 23-year-old from New Jersey continues to find his way in the 450-premier class, finishing his best result yet, inching closer and closer to the top ten. Brandon had a progressive day on the track with very consistent racing. Hartranft went 13-14-12 in three main events for 12th overall.

“Pretty good day,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Tried some stuff during the week that was my idea, and I struggled a little bit in bike set up in practice and the first main event which I will take the blame on. Made some changes for the last two mains. I felt way more consistent this round then the last triple crown. I went 13-14-12 for 12th overall. I’m working every week to get better. I still think I have a lot in me and I cant wait to show it. I’m looking forward to Daytona.”

Justin Bogle #19: It was a tuff day on the track for the veteran 450-premier class rider. Racing in front of families and friends was like a hometown race, spending time in Dallas when he was younger and growing up in OKC, only a few hours away. Despite the struggles on the track, Justin got after it in practice, qualifying, and his main event races. His best race was in the first main with 15th place. He struggled in the next two main events; a crash in the second main and a bike stalling in the third race that affected his results. Bogle went 15-22-18 for 19th overall in the 450-premier class.

“It was another rough weekend,” said Justin Bogle. “Feeling a little bit better on the bike in practice and qualifying. I am still struggling, and I got some things to work on. I need to get more comfortable and faster. I am slow right now. We got a lot to work on, back to work this week. The mains were rough, the second main I didn’t finish had a little crash, and the third main I stalled it along with a couple of other things. I definitely belong further up than I finished. Ready to figure it out and keep working.”

Adam Enticknap #722: The fan-favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” was off to a good start in Dallas at AT&T Stadium. Adam had a solid first practice and felt very confident going into the first-timed qualifying. During timed qualifying, Enticknap was charging a rhythm section and miss calculated and went over the bike’s bars and off the track. Fortunately, he was okay and able to walk away, only suffering a minor neck injury. Adam missed the remainder of the day and will not be racing for a minimum 4-6 weeks. Expect to see Adam at the races still as he will continue to travel with the team as he heals up from injury.

“Practice and qualifying felt really good for me,” said Adam Enticknap. “On the second lap in the first time qualifying, I went for a table to table and had a bad accident which ended up with the best-case scenario. I fractured my C7 vertebrae, and we are out for 4 to 6 weeks. I am looking forward to the weeks ahead.”

“Didn’t perform at our best this past weekend in Dallas,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “We were off on bike set up and felt like we were chasing it all day. Brandon matched his season-best, which shed some light on the day. Justin fell in every main event, so it was a trying day for him. We have some different parts to test with him before the next round, where we hope he finds more connectivity between himself and the motorcycle. It was also a tough day for Adam, who had a big wreck in the first qualifying session resulting in a non-displaced C7 fracture in his neck area, no surgery was needed, and he was back at the track helping the Team by the night show. Adam definitely brings a lot of energy to the Team, and it felt like we lost some wind in our sails when he went out. Look for him to be back by the end of the series.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads to Daytona, Florida, during the iconic Daytona bike week, which hosts 500,000 thousand motorcycle enthusiasts during the ten days. On Sunday, the Team will be at Home Depot, across from Daytona Speedway, rebuilding the bikes, giving Rig tours, and signing autographs. The Team plans to hit the streets with giveaways and promotional events in Daytona.

Daytona International Speedway is unique to the series, unlike any venue we have seen this series thus far. The 9th round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series will take place Saturday, with the night show starting at 7:00 P.M. EST.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Hartranft 13th overall in M.N.

(Madera, CA, February 21st, 2022) – The 7th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series brought us our coldest weather yet, forcing teams to pit underneath the stadium and for supercross to forgo the fan festivities. For the team, Brandon Hartranft had his best supercross performance on his RM-Z450 Suzuki in 13th place during the 450cc premiere class. Justin Bogle finished right behind him with a solid 17th place.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – The young 450cc premier class rider continues to improve in his second year. Brandon Hartranft is securing his place amongst the Worlds best, with solid performances and steady gains each round. In Minneapolis, Hartranft had his most robust supercross performance yet to come. He qualified 11th overall, a personal best for him. He carried that momentum into the main event with an honest 9th place finish after a decent start and holding a transfer position the entire heat race. Brandon was very close to a great start in the main event, getting a strong jump off the gate but ultimately getting caught outside in the first corner. Brandon quickly remedied the situation as he climbed positions into the top 15 and eventually into 13th place, where he finished.

“Had my best qualifying in the 450class in Minneapolis with 11th,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I’m definitely getting better in practice, and that’s showing in more speed. The night went pretty good, I got a 13th. I still feel like I have a lot more in me, and I want to show that. I could have been around 10th, and 11th just got to work out some kinks and have some better starts and be around the top ten.”

Justin Bogle #19 – Not the best day for the veteran 450cc premier rider but not the worst day either. Qualifying 16th overall into the night show, Bogle looked comfortable and in sync out on the track. Justin got a good start in his heat race and put himself in transfer position early, which he held onto in 8th place. Bogle got a great start in the main event and came around the first corner in the top ten but found himself cut off a section later, dropping him back in position. He rode very consistently throughout the main event, ultimately finishing 17th place overall.

“There are some positives to take away from this round,” said Justin Bogle. “I got a better start in my heat and in the main event. My heat race was solid with 8th place, and I was happy about that. I am looking forward to a Triple Crown next Saturday.”

Adam Enticknap #722 – The fan-favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” was missing his fans in Minneapolis as they could not come to the pits due to poor weather conditions. Adam looked very comfortable getting the rhythm sections down and attacking the track early in practice. Enticknap took a fall after the triple, banging up his elbow and shoulder in his first timed qualifying session towards the end. He was able to recover in the second-timed session with 25th overall. Adam struggled to get off the gate in his heat race and found himself outside the qualifying position. In the L.C.Q., Enticknap got a better start and pushed for a qualifying position but came up shy in 5th place, missing the main event.

“Had a smooth morning in Minneapolis,” said Adam Enticknap. “First practice went good. I was second on the board behind Vince Freese. In the first time qualifying, I had a little bit of a spill after the triple hitting this ledge and cross rutting and high siding myself; I didn’t get hurt, just scraped up my elbow and a hurt shoulder. I was able to pull it together in the second qualifier, going into the night show 25th overall. In the heat race, I had a few problems that I could get worked out for the L.C.Q. Unfortunately, I came up short in the L.C.Q. by one position. Another consecutive weekend I was coming up short by one position. I keep getting closer and closer, and I feel like we are making the right strides. I’m looking forward to Dallas and practicing this week to get ready for this Triple Crown.”

“I thought the team managed Round 7 in Minneapolis well,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “It’s not always easy having to deal with such extreme weather conditions and having to pit in a different location than normal- but everyone handled their job well. Brandon continues to improve, qualifying in 11th, a season-best for him. The main event was filled with what-ifs. He should have been battling for a top 10, but a bad race craft relegated him to the 13th. Justin is still searching and building his fitness, finishing in 17th. We have some different parts for him to try during the week, and hopefully, we’ll find the right formula.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads to the Lone Star State of Texas in Arlington for the second Triple Crown of the series and the 8th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross Series.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance has solid team results at A3

(Madera, CA, February 13th, 2022) – Twisted Tea Suzuki Progressive Insurance racing had its best result as a team with all three riders in the 450 Premier class main event this past Saturday at Anaheim for round six of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with 15th and continues his steady progression on the year. Justin Bogle was right behind him in 17th place, and Adam Enticknap finished in 22nd place.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – The young 450-premier class rider from New Jersey has been coming along early this season, having good results with steady progression round to round. Brandon got a solid start in his heat race and kept himself in a transfer position, finishing in 7th place. Hartranft carried that momentum into the main event with aggressive riding, putting himself in the mix and battling with the best. He finished 15th overall after a hard-fought day on the track.

“Round 6 in Anaheim started out good for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “The whoops where gnarly you hiccup on one, you are going for a ride, but I road smooth all day. I put it in the main with 7th in my heat race. In the main, I was riding pretty aggressively in the beginning; I had a battle with Kenny for a bit there. I was riding well until I started making mistakes, got tired, and started riding out of my rhythm. I know I have a lot more in me, and I think this next weekend we will kick some butt.”

Justin Bogle #19 – Battling thru sickness unrelated to COVID, Bogle pushed thru the day despite the circumstances. Justin got after it in his heat race with a great jump off the gate and a solid position heading into the first corner, which he could lock in for a 6th place finish. In the main event, Bogle hit neutral off the start and started the race in dead last, two sections down from the front of the pack. Determined to finish the race and turn his season around, Justin took advantage of the 20-minute moto and moved up five positions in 17th place, where he finished the race.

Adam Enticknap #722 – The fan-favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” has been on the cusp of the main event all year long. He continues to push for better results and works hard during the week. Adam had his best result this past Saturday in Anaheim. After a suspenseful heat race missing a transfer position by one slot, the “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” fought his way thru the last chance qualifier to the main event, where he finished in 22nd place.

“Today was definitely a better result for me,” said Adam Enticknap. “At the end of the day, I made it into the main event. As far as practice and qualifying went, I felt good and pushed for a good time—definitely a step in the right direction. I rode good thru the whoops all day which helped me. In the heat, I finished 10th, which was better for me. In the L.C.Q., I got a good start and worked my way into a transfer position. The main event result was not what I wanted, but we were getting laps in. Onwards and upwards from here.”

“Decent night in Anaheim,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “I’m happy that all three guys were in the main event competing, but I can’t help but feel we left a little on the table. Brandon is on the verge of the next level, and we are pushing for him to breakthrough. Justin had some struggles today as he got sick during the week and spent the whole day managing his sickness. He is very talented, and we need to work together as a team so he can perform at his best. Adam rode to his potential, and I’m hoping this will put him on a roll throughout the rest of the season. The team worked well together, and we are ready to take the east coast swing.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance leaves California for the final time this Supercross series and heads to a much colder climate in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Round Seven at U.S. Bank Stadium promises a packed house full of excitement. Qualifying starts at 8:00 AM PST, with the night show at 2:00 PM PST. Tune in on Peacock or CNBC and cheer us on this coming Saturday!

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Hartranft 15th overall in Arizona.

(Madera, CA, February 7th, 2022) – Twisted Tea Suzuki Progressive Insurance racing headed to Glendale, Arizona for the fifth round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Unlike the previous rounds, the series switched to a special Triple Crown format, where there are three main events and only the fastest 22 riders qualify. Brandon Hartranft continued his steady progression this year with 15th place overall, Justin Bogle was right behind him in 16th place overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – The 23-year-old continues his steady progression this season. Not having the best night but managing to come away with a good result. Hartranft’s best result came in the final main event; getting a better start and running in the top ten for most of the race. Ultimately finishing in 13th place. In the first two main events, Brandon struggled with his starts and put himself in a bad position to finish with a good result. Hartranft finished the Triple Crown going 17-17-13 in three main events for 15th overall.

“Good practicing and qualifying for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I was able to qualify straight into the main which is good. In the first main event I didn’t ride that well I tighten up and had some arm pump. In the second main event I got a little bit better. In the final main event, I got a better start and hung with the boys up front, I showed that I can run top ten. Its definitely something to build on. I’m going to keep working and we will see what we can do next weekend.”

Justin Bogle #19 – After a qualifying session mishap that caused a back injury, Justin found himself nursing a hurt back the entire night. He struggled to get strong starts and was not able to put himself up front early in these short main events. His best result, came in final main, where he was able to push his way into the top 15, finishing in 14th place. In three main events, Justin went 19-16-14 for 16th overall.

“The day started out good here in Glendale,” said Justin Bogle. “Not great by any stretch of the imagination but felt better. I felt great in free practice and qualifying until I had a little mishap. I struggled thru the rest of the day but no excuses I have to do better. I ended up 16th overall; not where I want to be but I will keep working and getting better.”

Adam Enticknap #722 – Wasn’t the best day in Glendale for the fan-favorite “Seven Deuce-Deuce” who missed the main event. Adam found himself shy of the top 18 in qualifying times and had to race his way into the top 22. In the LCQ, he got a good start but found himself outside of qualifying position. As he was making a move into qualifying position; Adam came together with another rider throwing him off pace and out of qualifying position. He was unable to make enough ground to get qualifying position and missed the main event.

“The track was a lot bigger this week being in bigger stadium,” said Adam Enticiknap. “I didn’t feel great today, but I didn’t feel bad ether. I struggled in this one section that didn’t help me in qualifying. In the LCQ I had a pretty good start I was in 6th place moving forward before having a run in with another rider that put me off pace and I didn’t make it in. I’m definitely looking forward to A3.”

“Trying day this week in Phoenix,” said Dustin Pipes. “The triple crown format always brings some intrigue to the event, and we were hoping to continue our upward swing. Brandon came in nursing a back injury from a practice incident and Justin was also nursing a injury in the main events due to a mishap in the first qualifier. The first two mains of the night were a definite struggle, but both Brandon and Justin rebounded in the final main event. It was great seeing Brandon race in the top 10 at a speed he is capable of doing. I thought our team worked really well in the tight Triple Crown format and our mechanics Travis, Andrew and Mike got the motorcycles turned around very quickly with some help from Clark and Yuzo. Everyone is gelling and I’m looking forward to continued progression.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads back to California for the final round in the Golden State. With a quarter of the way thru the series, the team looks to push for its best results.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance pair of top 15’s in Anaheim, CA.

(Madera, CA, January 31st, 2022) – The fourth round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series did not disappoint this past Saturday night in Anaheim, California. Brandon Hartranft continues to make steady gains in his sophomore year on a 450cc with another personal best in 12th place, and Justin Bogle got the ball rolling with 14th place overall.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – Making steady gains weekend to weekend; Hartranft put on his best result yet in the 450cc premier class in his young career. Brandon carried the momentum from the previous round over into Anaheim. Brandon had a strong race in his heat with a good start and finished in 7th place. Hartranft got another strong start in the main event and put himself in the mix. Brandon pushed the entire race and finished in 12th place with his best result in the 450cc premiere class.

“Qualifying went pretty smooth for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Solid gate pick in the heat. I got a great start was in 7th, road it home for the main. The main event I had a decent start drove it in made some block passes. Road around 11th and 12th all 20 minuites, very consistent for me, my best riding so far, and I feel I have a lot in me. We aren’t done yet.”

Justin Bogle #19 – Strong result from Bogle in Anaheim with his best result this season. Bogle got a bad start in his heat race and found himself in the back of the pack in the first lap. Justin quickly did his best to remedy the situation and pushed into the top ten but unfortunately missed qualifying by one position. In the L.C.Q., Bogle got the job done with 4th place. In the main event, Bogle had a good start, put himself inside the top 15 the entire race, finishing in 14th place.

“The day started out rough for me,” said Justin Bogle, “I struggled all day, I had some issues in practice, I barely made it into the main event, which was rough. I was able to pull it together in the main event. Got a good start and had a good result with 14th. It’s not where we want to be, but moving forward, we got a starting point. For more main events and consistent results.”

Adam Enticknap #722 – The fan-favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” didn’t have his best round in Anaheim, missing the main event by a few positions. However, Adam showed lots of improvements this round from the first three but could not get the starts he needed to put himself in a transfer position.

“Practice and qualifying went really good for me,” said Adam Enticknap. “As far as racing goes, the results don’t show, but it was night and day for me racing. I feel like I just road better all day. From the crash and getting taken out the previous rounds I feel like my body is a lot better. I came up short in the L.C.Q., got a bad start but pushed into the top ten, but I got taken out, and that was a wrap for me. I have a lot of confidence going forward into the next round.”

“Another step in the right direction at round 4,” said Dustin Pipes. “Brandon continues to set a new career-high, and his riding has continued to progress throughout this first part of the season. I’m happy with his mindset and confidence throughout race day. Total 180 compared to the young rookie last season. Justin fought through a tough day to finish with a solid result. In the first qualifying session, a mechanical set him back going into the night show, but he rode like a professional in the main event, putting in a solid 20 minutes. For how his season has gone so far, it was a step in the right direction. We’ll continue to test and get better throughout the week with hopes of continued improvement.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance leaves California for the first time in 2022, heading to Glendale, Arizona, for the 5th round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series.

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance Hartranft pushes results in Oakland.

(Madera, CA, January 17th, 2022) – Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance racing had a productive night in Oakland, Ca, for the second round of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Returning to the Colosseum for the first time in 3 years, the crowd was excited to have supercross back, and the pits opened back up. Brandon Hartranft led the way for the team with two intense races, finishing 16th on the night.

Brandon Hartranft #41 – In his second year racing the 450 supercross class, the 23-year-old is starting to catch his stride and show us his potential getting better each time out on the track and making it straight into the main event from his heat race, where he locked down 8th place after a good start. Brandon carried that momentum into the main event with an intense 20-minute moto, overcoming a bad gate pick and battling his way into 16th place, pushing his pace until the final lap.

“Much better day for me than Anaheim,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I am making progress every time I’m out there on the track. I went right through the heat, had a decent start, and battled my whole way in 8th place. So that was good for me. In the main event, I was on the outside. I didn’t get a good start, but I fought hard the whole main event. I finished 16th overall, which is my best overall in the 450 class. I believe I got a lot more in me and want to show it. I’m looking forward to San Diego.”

Justin Bogle #19 – Dealing with the tragic loss of a close friend and trainer, Justin Bogle was resilient in his effort throughout the day. In qualifying, Justin quickly got the track down. Bogle had his best race of the night in the heat after getting a good jump off the gate and quickly locking down 7th place. In the main event, Bogle put forth a strong effort, but as the race went on was overcome with emotions and made an early exit.

Adam Enticknap #722 – The fan favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce,” looked very good in Oakland despite missing the main event. On the fringe of a transfer spot all day, Adam looked to lock in the final race before the main event. In 3rd place with only a minute plus two laps to go, Enticknap got utterly cleaned out by the 4th place transfer rider. Fortunately, Adam was okay and able to ride off, but he did not make the main event.

“Tonight was definitely better for me in Oakland,” said Adam Enticknap. “Felt good early getting the track down as the day went on, getting jumps down that I wanted to, which set me up real nice for the night program. I didn’t get the best heat start I wanted, which didn’t help me. I worked my way up a little bit made some moves but didn’t ride like I wanted to ride. In the LCQ I got a great jump off the gate. It was awesome. I poked it in there had a little spurt coming into the first corner. I was racing great in 3rd before being completely taken out by the guy in 4th. That ended my night, and I wish I had that main event. I’m looking forward to a great stadium and a great city next week in San Diego.”

“Solid building night in Oakland this past weekend,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Brandon continues to get better and is knocking on the door of the next level. Justin had a trying day’ having to cope with a personal tragedy and compete with the best racers in the world at the same time. The results don’t show what he’s capable of, but the team was proud of his resiliency and willingness to compete. Adam rode well today, and it was unfortunate for him to have his results on the night determined by another race’s dumb move. The ball is rolling going into the next round, and I feel we are only picking up steam from here.”

Twisted Tea/H.E.P. Suzuki presented by Progressive Insurance heads back to southern California for the third round of the 2022 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series at Petco Park in downtown San Diego.

2022

Twisted Tea Suzuki Ends Season with Best Result of the Year!

(Madera, CA, September 15th, 2021) – The 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross series came to an end at the Hangtown National this past Saturday in Sacramento, California. Team Twisted Tea Suzuki came in firing on all cylinders. Brandon Hartranft, who has been on a steady incline towards the end of the season had a career best 5th overall. Max Anstie left it all out on the track in his final race of the outdoor season with two remarkable rides. His best race came in the second moto with a strong start and incredible performance with a 5th place result.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 premiere class rookie finished out the series strong in the final round of the year. Brandon had two solid motos with a pair of top ten results. In the second moto Hartranft got a great start and ran in 4th for multiple laps until ultimately finishing in 6th. Brandon went 7-6 on the day for a career best 5th overall.

“Awesome day at Hangtown.” Said Brandon Hartranft, “Practice went well, I qualified 7th overall. The track was very smooth. I ended up 7th in the first moto battling the entire time. In the second moto my hands where really messing with me but I ended up 6th for 5th overall. I couldn’t be prouder of myself and it’s a great way to end the season.”

Max Anstie (#34) – Strong finish to the series for Anstie. In the first moto, Max did not get a good start and had to fight his way from the back of the pack. He managed to climb his way into the top ten and finish in 9th place after circulating the first lap in as far back as 34th. In the second moto, Max had a great jump off the gate and ran in 3rd for multiple laps until ultimately finishing in 5th place. Anstie went 9-5 for 6th overall.

“Last round is done, second moto was solid I pushed as hard as I could, I was in 3rd then I ended up 5th,” said Max Anstie. “Honestly it was a great way to round it off with the team and end the season. The first moto I got unlucky with the start, I came around the first corner near last and had to climb my way into 9th for 6th overall. I’m happy to end it this way and I’m looking forward to what the future holds.”

“Great final weekend for the team,” said team manager, Dustin Pipes. “Both guys performed the best they have all season, resulting in season best for both athletes. The bikes performed well all day and the team worked in unison. This was a great way to put our best foot forward as we prepare for the off season.”

Twisted Tea Suzuki Anstie has season best overall finish 6th pace at Pala Raceway

(Madera, CA, September 7th, 2021) – Team Twisted Tea Suzuki is firing on all cylinders in the final stretch of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series. Pala Raceway hosted the 11th round of the 12-round series. Max Anstie had a season best moto finish in 5th place and a season best overall result in 6th place. Brandon Hartranft continues to get better with another top ten performance.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – Very impressive day of riding from the 450-class rookie with another top ten performance. Overcoming the heat and track conditions he pushed all day long with a pair of top ten moto results. His best race came in the final race, battling till the very last lap finishing in 8th place. Hartranft went 10-8 for 8th overall for another consecutive top ten overall finish in the 450cc premiere class.

“Pretty good round for me at Pala,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I ended up 8th overall on the day, my best result all year. I passed the heat test for sure; it was brutal. I qualified 9th heading into the first moto and ended up 8th overall. I’m pumped with how I’ve been doing lately. I’m ready for more one round and to give it my all.”

Max Anstie (#34) – The seasoned veteran returned to the team having missed the previous round due to covid-19 protocols. Max raced great all day with two solid races and a near holeshot the first moto. Anstie had season best finish in 5th place in the final race of the day for a season best 6th overall.

“Pala 2 was really good for me,” said Max Ansite, “I missed the last race due to Covid19 protocols. I was happy to get over that. The team did a great job with the bike, and we put on two solid races together going 6-5 for 6th overall. I’m happy with the performance I’m going to regroup and head into Hangtown firing on all cylinders.”

“Solid day at Pala for the team,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Max rode great all day and ended with a 5th place moto result. He battled toward the front all day and that was great to see. Brandon took another step in the right direction with his 8th place finish. His suspension set up didn’t translate to this track, so he did well to adapt and put his best foot forward. Well, come with a new setting for the final round and come out swinging.”

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki heads to northern California for the return of the Hangtown National, the final round of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series.

Twisted Tea Suzuki Hartranft Conquers Godzilla & the Ironman National

(Madera, CA, August 30th, 2021) – The 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross series held the 10th round, the Ironman National this past Saturday in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Brandon Hartranft had a career day in the 450 class with two solid and consistent races finishing 9th overall. Unfortunately, Max Anstie missed the race due to Covid-19 protocol.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – It was a milestone day and a step in the right direction for the 450-class rookie. Brandon has been improving all outdoors, and so have his results. Hartranft got a great start in the first moto and ran as high as 6th before ultimately finishing 9th place. He carried that momentum into the next race, getting a decent start, climbing his way into 10th before finishing in 9th place for a career-best 450-class finish in 9th overall.

“Good day at round 10 of the outdoor nationals ended up finishing 9th,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I really like this track; I was about in about 9th and 10th all day. I got a good start the first moto and ran up front for a bit. I felt good in moto 2. I fought hard for 9th almost got to 8th the last lap. I’m going to take the positives and be ready next weekend!”

“Step in the right direction for Brandon at Ironman this weekend,” said team manager Dustin Pipes. “He was consistent all day, finishing 9th in qualifying as well as both motos for 9th overall. I felt he could have raced within the 6-7 range, but today was still positive. With Max unexpectedly missing the race due to covid, Brandon handled the pressure well, flying the lone flag for the team. The staff worked all day cohesively, and everything is moving towards a strong finish to the year. My thoughts are with Max going forward as he looks to get over his illness.”

The 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross Series enters its final stretch of the series with the two remaining California rounds; Pala raceway and the Hangtown National.

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki’s Anstie 10th overall at Budds Creek MX

(Madera, CA, August 23, 2021) – The 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series had its 9th round this past Saturday at the Budds Creek MX. Max Anstie and Brandon Hartranft both had solid days on the track. Anstie had a pair of top ten motos. Hartranft struggled early due to a hurt shoulder from a practice track crash earlier in the week but recovered to a 12th place finish in the second moto.

Max Anstie (#34) – Two impressive races from Max at Budds Creek. His best race came in the first moto after a strong start, and he ran close to the top throughout most of the race before finishing in 9th place. Anstie carried that momentum into the second moto, despite the rough start he was able climb his way into 10th place.

“Solid day at Budds Creek,” said Max Anstie, “10th overall, we want more. I’m happy with the way I rode, and I’m ready to get on with it next week!”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – It was a very consistent day at Budds Creek for Hartranft, who had experienced significant gains on the bike in previous rounds. After a rough first moto that saw Brandon climb into 15th after a bad start, he rebounded and got a great start in the second moto. He ran up front for most of the race before falling back into 12th place.

“Not the best day for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “This week wasn’t ideal for me; I had a little crash this past week practicing and banged my shoulder up, so that took me a few steps back. I’ve been making progress every weekend, but this weekend wasn’t ideal. I ended up 13th overall, not pumped on it, but as long as I’m here fighting every weekend, that’s all that matters. In moto 1, I was 30th place, and I caught back up to 15th; in moto 2, I got a good start and got 12th. It was a learning experience. I’m going to take the positives and improve.”

“Another top 10 performance for the team,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “I’m glad we were able to string together multiple top 10s, but I feel like we still left some on the table. Still, it was a continued step in the right direction. Max was solid all day, and Brandon rebounded after a poor moto one performance to run at the front most of moto 2. Our starts have been improving, and once both athletes figure out their sprint speed the first few laps, we will reach the next level.”

The 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross series heads to Crawfordsville, Indiana, for Ironman National. Only three races remain with the series; Team Twisted Tea Suzuki aims to finish the series strong.

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki’s season-best 8th overall at Unadilla MX.

(Madera, CA, July 26, 2021) – Team Twisted Tea Suzuki got back to action with round 8 of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series at Unadilla MX this past Saturday. Max Anstie had a season best 8th place finish after a pair of top ten motos. Brandon Hartranft was knocking on the door of a top ten performance with 10th place in the first moto.

Max Anstie (#34) – Very strong display of racing from Max Anstie at Unadilla with two consistent motos. Each race, he overcame rough starts and pushed his way into the top ten. His best race came in the first moto where he was knocking on the door of fifth place. Max went 8-9 for a season best 8th overall.

“My first time here at Unadilla,” said Max Anstie, “I ended up 8th overall. We are making progress. The team has done a good job the last two weeks making progress with the bike. I have to get off the gate better this week at Budds Creek and be on the sharp end with these guys. I’m happy with the progress.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – Very close to a top ten performance for Brandon Hartranft. Despite the D.N.F. in moto two due to a mechanical issue, he finished 15th overall. His best race came in the first moto, where he got a good start and pushed his way up into the top ten battling for ninth. Brandon finished the day 10-37 for 15th overall.

“I am getting much better every race,” said Brandon Hartranft. “It was a good day, qualified well. I had a strong first moto, finishing in 10th but I didn’t get the start I wanted getting caught behind a down rider. In the second moto I got a good start and was running in 8th for a while until I had a bike issue. I’m stoked on my progression, and I’m going to keep working hard.”

“It was a good day at Unadilla,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “I think the bike changes that we made the last few weeks have been good, and it showed on the track. I think it sucks for Brandon. He was very close to a top ten before a mechanical issue the last moto. We would have two guys in the top ten if it weren’t for a silly part. Max was close to the top 5 in the first moto, and Brandon was in the top 10 pretty handily. It’s a great growth towards Budd’s Creek and the end of the season.”

The 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross Series heads to Mechanicsville, Maryland, for the 9th round of the series. With only four rounds remaining, Twisted Tea Suzuki aims to end the series strong.

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki’s Anstie 11th overall at Washougal MX Park.

(Madera, CA, July 26, 2021) – Team Twisted Tea Suzuki headed to Washougal MX Park in Washougal, WA for the seventh round of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series. It was the team’s first ride in the Pacific North West, and Max Anstie’s first ride there since 2010. The race did not disappoint with a packed venue that saw the fence line swarmed with fans. Anstie’s best race came in the first moto with a 9th place finish. Brandon Hartranft best race came in moto one with 13th place.

Max Anstie (#34) – Another top-10 moto finish for Max Anstie this outdoor series. Getting off the gate well all day with two strong starts in each of his motos. His best race was in the first moto with 9th place. The second moto we saw some of the same riding from Anstie with a 12th place finish for 11th overall on the day.

“Progress was made at Washougal,” said Max Anstie, “Rode well on moto 1 and came out with a 9th. Moto 2 I fought hard and ended up 12th. We’ll keep pushing and get some testing done in the break we have now to come back stronger at Unadilla.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 premiere class rookie, Hartranft, continues to ride very consistent with another top 15 finish. Brandon’s best race came in the first moto with 13th place. In the second moto, Hartranft matched his first moto performance with another strong moto finishing in 15th place.

“Solid day at Washougal,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I was riding well all day, I didn’t get a good start in the first moto, I came from 30th to 13th. In the second moto I got a better start and rode up front, but I hit a wall and fell back to 15th. There are five rounds left to go and I’m going to bring the heat.”

“Another step in the right direction at Washougal,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “We made strides in the week leading up with changes to the drivetrain and it showed with great starts in both motos. The team has a couple more testing days scheduled in the off weeks where the plan is to make more improvements to the motor. Brandon and Max are definitely on an upswing, we just need to put two complete motos together.”

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki takes time to test and prepare for the final stretch of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series. Hartranft and Anstie will be back in action August 14th at Unadilla MX in New Berlin, NY.

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki’ Anstie 11th place at Spring Creek MX.

(Madera, CA, July 19, 2021) – Team Twisted Tea Suzuki hit the halfway point of the 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross series this past weekend at the Spring Creek MX track in Millville, Minnesota. Max Anstie and Brandon Hartranft both had eye catching performances. Max finished in the top 10 during moto 1 and Hartranft came from dead last and half a lap down to 14th place.

Max Anstie (#34) – What a day for Max Anstie, going 9-11 for 11th overall. His best result came in the first moto after a rough start that saw him outside the top 15. Max climbed his way into 9th place, capping off a hard-fought battle into the top 10. He continued his solid performance into the following race, finishing in 11th place.

“Made some progress here at Millville,” said Max Anstie. “I’m happy with the performance today, and we went 9-11. Second moto I was riding well I tipped over and came back to 11th. We have been searching, and we made some steps. I’m looking forward to these next couple of weeks.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 premier class rookie, Brandon Hartranft continues to improve on his RM-Z450 Suzuki showing consistency on the track. After a first moto debacle that saw him miss the gate drop by over 20 seconds, Brandon raced with determination, passing over half the field to 14th place. In the second moto, eager for a gate drop, Hartranft got a significant jump off the gate and was inside the top 10 for the first half of the race before a mistake dropped him back to 14th. As the race ensued, Brandon made two more passes for 12th place. He finished 13th overall, going 14-12 in his motos.

“Solid day for me at Spring Creek, said Brandon Hartranft. “I qualified really well. I was 2 seconds off top 5 today in qualifying. In moto 1, I had a bike issue and missed the gate drop by over 20 seconds. I came from last to 14th place. In moto 2, I had a great start. I was, I think 6th in the first corner, I finished in 12th place. My ridings well, I’m going to take the positives and keep moving forward.

Team Twisted Tea Suzuki enters the second half of the outdoor nationals and heads back west to Washougal, Washington, for the 7th round of the 2021 Lucas Oil A.M.A. Pro Motocross series.

Twisted Tea Suzuki Hartranft Finishes 10th Overall at Red Bud MX

(Madera, CA, July 5th, 2021) – The 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series had its 4th round this past Saturday at Red Bud MX in Buchanan, Michigan. The event was sponsored by Twisted Tea and featured a rowdy crowd that packed the fence line with tons of energy and excitement. The 450 premier class rookie Brandon Hartranft had a remarkable day on the track with a top 10 overall finish. Despite a rough first moto Max Anstie finished 16th overall after an 11th place finish in the second moto.

Max Anstie (#34) – It was an up and down day for Max Anstie. In the first moto, Max was forced to pull into the mechanic’s area for a few laps due to a broken wheel. In the second moto, Max raced spectacularly, riding in top ten for most of the race until the final two laps where a mistake forced him off the track. Anstie finished in 11th place in the second moto and placed 16th overall on the day.

“Rough day at Red Bud,” said Max Anstie, “The second moto was a positive takeaway for me. I finished 11th and was in top 10 for most of the moto. In the first moto I blew my tire out on LaRocco’s leap and had to come in the pits for a few laps.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – What a day for Brandon Hartranft. The 450 premier class rookie was on the gas all day long, from fast qualifying times to consistent laps on the track. Brandon put himself in great position each moto and was one of the few to hit LaRocco’s leap all day. Hartranft finished 11-13 for 10th overall on the day.

“Much better day for me this round,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Qualified really well today with 11th overall. I hit LaRocco’s leap for my first time today, which is awesome since a lot of people didn’t hit it. In both motos I got good starts. The first moto I overcame arm pump and ended up 11th, which was awesome. In the next moto I rode really well finishing in 13th and ended up 10th overall on the day. I didn’t think I would get a top 10 yet, but I know I’m capable of it, I’ve been building every round and working really hard and I’m proud of today’s result.”

“Red Bud was a step in the right direction,” said Dustin Pipes. “Brandon had a great day from the very start of practice. He posted a top 10 qualifying times and finished his day 10th overall. Brandon is really starting to gel with his bike and the speed he has shown during the week is finally starting to break through on race day. Max had an up and down day but ended it on a positive note. He came up short on LaRocco’s Leap and had to come in to change the parts during the first moto. Brandon then went off the track while running in the top 10 during the second moto. The good thing is his speed is definitely improving and the testing sessions during the week are translating into good settings for the race. I am looking forward to the chance to keep the momentum going during Southwick.”

The 2021 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross series heads to Southwick, MA for the 5th round of the series.

Twisted Tea Suzuki Anstie & Hartranft fight hard at High Point MX.

(Madera, CA, June 21, 2021) – The 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series returned to action this past Saturday at High Point MX in Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania. The event didn’t disappoint an untiring crowd that packed the fence line from qualifying to the final lap. Twisted Tea was on site handing out swag wear to all the fans. Max Anstie and Brandon Hartranft both fought hard, having to overcome difficult starts in both motos to finish in 15th & 16th place overall.

Max Anstie (#34) – Spectacular start in the first moto that saw Max fully pinned outside around the first corner inside the top ten but an untimely mistake caused Max to fall back to last. Anstie didn’t quit and fought his way up to 18th place. Max had a steady second moto with a strong start, and he finished in 14th place. Going 18-14 in both his motos, Max finished 15th overall.

“We had an eventful day at Highpoint MX,” said Max Anstie. “First moto didn’t go as planned. I got a good start. I was up there, but a mistake forced me to fall way back. I was able to come back to 18th place. In the second moto, I got a bit better start, and I was in about 14th-15th place the whole race. It wasn’t too bad, but I want to keep making progress. I’m glad we get a couple of weeks to keep stepping up.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – Season-best result for the 450cc premier class rookie. He was having another intense round of qualifying with 13th place for the second consecutive round. Brandon raced very determined; in the first moto he finished in 15th place, but a bad start prevented him from finishing higher. He fought his way up from the last place. The next moto Hartranft got a better jump off the gate, raced very consistently, pushing himself to 17th place. He finished 15-17 in both his motos for 16th place overall.

“Way better day for me this round,” said Brand Hartranft. “Qualified 13th today. I do better on these East coast tracks a little bit more. I messed up this first moto on the gate drop, and I had to fight my way from 36th all the way to 15th place. In the second moto I raced hard, and I pushed myself finished to 17th place. I felt good all day fitness-wise, definitely some big steps in the right direction. I’m looking forward to the rest of the season, these two weeks off, and to keep on digging.”

“Tough weekend for the team,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “We aren’t where we want to be results-wise, but the guys have been putting in a lot of testing hours, so we are hoping for a quick turnaround. Brandon had his best day so far, going from last to 15th in the first moto, while running top ten in lap times. Max dealt with a fall and had to come from the back in the 30’s as well. One of the guys should take home the RC Hard Charger award for a little consolation. The next two tracks both play to our rider’s strengths so well be doing everything to fire on all cylinders.”

The 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series returns to action in two weeks at RedBud MX in Buchanan, Michigan. The event will be sponsored by Twisted Tea. You can expect to see the momentum pour-over from these past two rounds with Max Anstie and Brandon Hartranft as they continue to get better results.

Twisted Tea Suzuki’s Anstie 13th overall at Thunder Valley.

(Madera, CA, June 7, 2021) – This past Saturday, the 2021 A.M.A. Lucas Oil Pro Motorcross Series had its second round in Lakewood, CO. The track was packed, and the crowd swarmed the fence line throughout the day. Max Anstie was able to match his first-round results with an impressive 13th overall on the day. Brandon Hartranft made progress finishing 17th on the day.

Max Anstie (#34) – Max Anstie had an intense day remaining consistent, putting himself out front in each race. Max Anstie finished 13th place in both motos for 13th overall.

“Finished up here in Colorado in 13th,” said Max Anstie. “I went 13-13 in both motos, and I rode strong both motos. Obviously, I want to be further up. I think the team and myself are in a good spot. I’m looking forward to this week break going back to the drawing board and being ready for round 3.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – It was a solid start for the day for Brandon Hartranft, who qualified his best yet so far in the 450cc premier class with 14th place. However, it was rough starts that kept Brandon from getting the results he is capable of achieving. He finished 17th on the day after going 18-17 in his motos.

“Decent day at Thunder Valley,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I qualified 14th overall going into the motos. I didn’t have a good first moto after a bad start, and I finished 18th. In the second moto, I was able to get a better start and get some good laps in, and I finished 17th in moto 2. I’m looking forward to Highpoint in a few weeks.”

“Up and down day at Lakewood, Colorado,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Qualifying hasn’t been the best for us the first few rounds, and it’s a definite area we need to improve on. Once we fix it, I feel it’ll have a drastic impact on the rest of the day. A better start position leads to better starts and staying out of chaos the first few laps. Max matched his round 1 result, and Brandon improved from last week. Still not where we want to be, but the team has some new parts to test before round 3 where we hope to find some speed.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Mt. Morris, PA, for the High Point National, the third round of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series.

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Twisted Tea Suzuki’s Anstie 13th overall at Thunder Valley.

Max Anstie (#34) – Max Anstie had an intense day remaining consistent, putting himself out front in each race. Max Anstie finished 13th place in both motos for 13th overall.

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Mt. Morris, PA, for the High Point National, the third round of the 2021 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 13th overall at Pala Raceway.

(Madera, CA, June 1, 2021) – The 2021 A.M.A. Lucas Oil Pro Motorcross Series kicked into high gear this past Saturday with its opening round at Pala raceway. With covid restrictions loosening up we saw a 20,000 plus crowd pack the fence line. H.E.P. Motorsports Max Anstie had a productive day with 13th place overall. Brandon Hartranft was very close to the top 15 throughout the day but fell short in moto one and two. Both riders raced very well and have a lot of momentum to carry into next round.

Max Anstie (#34) – Strong start to the series for Max Anstie at the first round. Qualifying 15th on the day. Both motos Anstie struggled off the gate but was able to fight his way through the field finishing 15th in moto one and 14th in the second moto. Giving him 13th place overall. Expect Max to carry this momentum into the next round.

“We got the first one out of the way here in Pala,” said Max Ansite. “Solid riding for me I felt good. I got some things I want to work on in the next few weeks for the upcoming rounds with the team. Everyone is working hard to improve; we want to keep progressing and climbing up that leader board. Today wasn’t to bad we ended up 13th but we want more so lets keep on trucking on!”

Brandon Hartranft – Despite not scoring any points this round, Brandon Hartranft still has a lot momentum heading into the next round. Nearing the top 15 in lap times throughout the day Brandon was close to taking a step up. Hartranft struggled in both motos off the gate and had to fight his way through the field each time. In the first moto Brandon was chasing 15th before a minor crash set him back significantly. Brandon finished 21st in moto one and 19th in moto two for 22nd overall. Expect to see Hartranft in the top 20 this next round.

“Solid day for the first 450 pro national,” said Brandon Hartranft. “First round wasn’t to bad started off the day top 18 in qualifying. In the first moto I was doing good but I had a fall that set me back I think I would have ended up 16th if not. In the second moto I got a decent start and fought the whole moto I ended up 19wasth. This was a tough track. I am going to take the positives into this next round.”

“Pala round one, glad to score a good amount of points for Max,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “13th isn’t the end result we want to look for but considering this is one of the tracks we struggle with rider preference wise. I think we came out good and set the tone for the rest of the year. I’m happy with how we came out of both our motos with Max and Brandon. Brandon had a little fall that set him back significantly in the first moto. The class is stacked this year and when you have a mistake its hard to rebound quickly. I think both guys gained some solid momentum going into round 2 and I’m pumped to see with a little bit of bike changes the improved results.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Lakewood, Colorado for the second round of the 2021 A.M.A. Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series for the Thunder Valley National.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 13th overall in Salt Lake City, Utah.

(Madera, CA, April 26, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports entered its final stretch of the 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series with its last stop at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, for the 16th & 17th rounds. This past Saturday’s round 16 did not disappoint. Max Anstie was very fast in qualifying times and matched his career-best finish. Brandon Hartranft had an intense day of racing, finishing inside the top 20. Still banged up from the crash in Atlanta, Adam Enticknap came up short of the main event by a few positions.

Max Anstie (#34) – Another career night for Max Anstie, matching his best result of the year in the 450-premiere class with 13th place. It didn’t take long for Max to master the track; he was knocking on the door of the top ten times during qualifying. Getting a good jump off the gate from the outside position during the heat race, Anstie found himself getting pushed wide in the first corner from the inside. Falling back to 18th in the first corner, Max quickly got to work moving his way up the field, finishing in 9th place. Max carried that momentum into the main event pushing for his best result of the year; he finished in 13th place.

“Salt Lake went well,” said Max Anstie. “I ended up 13th on the night. I felt that I was riding strong. We made progress all day. The team did a great job setting the bike up for the altitude. Well, keep making progress. I definitely feel like this last race we are going to have a showdown with the guys. I’m looking forward to being back here in seven days and doing it again.”

Brandon Hartranft – The 450-class rookie, Hartranft continues to improve. This past Saturday was another impressive day of racing for him. Finishing inside the top 20 during qualifying, Brandon found himself in a good position heading into the heats. Hartranft got a decent start in his heat race and was 10th for a majority of the race. Brandon made a pass for the final qualifying position for 9th place during the final moments of his heat race. In the main event, Hartranft continued to show his ability in the 450cc premier class pushing his pace in 15th place. As the race ensued, a few mistakes dropped him back to 18th place, where he finished.

“Today went a lot better for me,” said Brandon Hartranft. “The track was solid; I was able to get it down early. I qualified top 20, which was good. I got straight into the main from the heat race, and I finished 9th. The track started to get gnarly in the main event, especially the whoops, but it went alright. All in all, a solid day for me.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – The fan favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” was very close to making it into the main event this past Saturday. In his heat race, Adam overcame a rough start and pushed his way through the pack but fell short in 11th place. In the last chance, Enticknap got a bad jump off the gate and could not overcome the positions needed to qualify into the main event, and he finished in 8th place.

“Today started off really good in practice,” said Adam Enticknap. “The team did a good job getting the bike in the right place with the altitude here. In my heat race, I had a malfunction with my holeshot device that hindered my start a bit, I was still able to put a good race in, but I came up short in 10th. In the L.C.Q., I got another bad start which pretty much ended my night. I’m looking forward to finishing out this series strong Saturday.”

“It was a good weekend in Salt Lake,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Max had some of his best laps yet; we qualified as high as tenth, Max even at one time was in 4th in qualifying, which was a great sight to see. He tried to train around the top guys like Ken Roczen, and you saw him step up his pace. In the main event, Max was pushing toward a top 10, but we got a little bit tired out there, which happens when you are pushing the pace. I’m proud of Max for doing that. He ended up placing 13th. Brandon had a pretty good ride as well, finishing in 18th. He got straight through the heat to the main. I think he’s going to really hit his stride in the outdoors. In terms of Adam, he needs to get off the gate better, and he’ll be putting himself in a position to do good. So that’s on him, and I’m looking forward to him ending out the series strong.

Only one round left to go. The 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series will end this coming Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, for the 17th round.

H.E.P. Motorsports has strong team result in Atlanta, Georgia.

(Madera, CA, April 20, 2021) – The 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross Series finished its final round at the Atlanta Motor Speedway this past Saturday. With all three athlete’s back in action, H.E.P. Motorsports had its strongest team result so far this series with three Suzuki’s in the 450 premiere class main event. Brandon Hartranft returned to the team after being sidelined for two rounds due to COVID-related issues. Adam Enticknap had his best race since returning from injury. Max Anstie continued to show his ability in the 450-premiere class.

Max Anstie (#34) – Another strong result for Anstie in Atlanta, Georgia. With only seven races under his belt in the young Brit’s inaugural 450 supercross rookie season, Max’s potential is shining through. In qualifying, he got after it quickly, putting his Twisted Tea Suzuki towards the top of the leaderboard. A collision with fellow competitor Dylan Ferrandis put a hamper on the Qualifying 1 session, relegating Max to do most of his work on a rougher track in the final Qualifying 2 session. In the heat race, Max was not able to get a good start and had to force his way into a qualifying position, maneuvering from last place to 8th in a few short laps. Max carried that momentum into the main event, racing very consistently, finishing in 16th place.

“Another race done in Atlanta,” said Max Anstie. “I wasn’t as happy with the end result. The track was tough, but we are learning each time we are out there. The team and I are definitely making steps forward. I would like to be farther up obviously. I gave it everything I had. We have to go back to the drawing board for Salt Lake. I’m looking forward to these last two in Salt Lake.”

Brandon Hartranft – 450-class rookie Brandon Hartranft returned to the team after being sidelined for two rounds due to COVID related issues. In his heat race, Brandon got a great start, running as high as 7th before a mistake and off-track excursion dropped him back to 16th. In the LCQ, Hartranft got another strong start and was in second for most of the race. With a few laps to go, Hartranft was knocking on the door of first place before having to dodge a downed rider in the whoops, resulting in him falling back to third. In the main event, Brandon continued to get strong starts and was racing in 16th for most of the race before going down in the whoops, ultimately finishing in 19th place.

“Coming off COVID today was not a bad day considering I missed the first two rounds,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Every time I went out there, I felt I got better and better. I was 7th in the heat then I dropped back. In the LCQ, I was able out it in the main event. In the main event I was running in 16th, but I crashed in the whoops and dropped a few spots back. Definitely a lot of positives to takeaway.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – The fan favorite “Seven Deuce-Deuce” got it done at the final round in Atlanta, Georgia. Coming back from an injury that kept him off the bike for 5 weeks with a broken collar bone, scapula and multiple ribs, Adam has been digging away to regain his past speed these past two rounds. In his Qualifier 2 session, while attempting to best his lap time, Adam crashed in the whoops; going over the bars with his bike falling on top of him. Fortunately, Adam was able to walk away with just a few bruises and a burn on his right shoulder. Determined to get back in the main event, Adam was very close to making it straight out of the heats with a 10th place finish. In the LCQ, Adam jumped out to top 5 start and pushed his way into a qualifying position, finishing in 2nd place. In the main event, Adam rode very consistent and finished the race in 21st place, a step in the right direction.

“Started off the day good at Atlanta,” said Adam Enticknap. “Definitely feeling the best. I felt these Atlanta rounds with it being my third race back. In second time practice I got a weird kick in the whoops section. It kicked me up from behind I went over the bars and the bike landed on top of me. It gave me some nice bruises and a scab down my back. I was really excited to go out there and race. I ended up finishing 10th in the heat. In the LCQ I got it done making it into the main event. The main event went well and its definitely something to build on.”

“Atlanta 3 went really well with all three guys in the main event,” said Crew Chief Clark Jones of Noleen J6 Technologies. “We tried some new things out there today with the bikes. It was good to have Brandon back with the team. All three riders rode well today, they’re safe and ready for Salt Lake City. I would have liked to see them do better in the main event. They are totally capable, but it was just one of those nights.”

Looking to build off these strong results in Atlanta, Georgia with Anstie, Enticknap and Hartranft all in attendance, expect to see H.E.P. Motorsports firing on all cylinders these remaining two rounds of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series in Salt Lake City, Utah.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 14th Overall at Atlanta, GA.

(Madera, CA, April 15, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports powered through its second race at the Atlanta Motor Speedway for the 14th round of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Max Anstie was determined to race, having to exit early in the previous round due to a crash that left him banged up. Only one round back from injury, Adam Enticknap came close to the main event but fell short by a few positions. Brandon Hartranft was out due to a minor injury suffered before the Atlanta rounds. He is set to return this Saturday.

Max Anstie (#34) – Bruised but not broken, Max Anstie would not be stopped from racing. Coming off a nasty crash that forced him to exit early in the previous round, Max was eager to get back out there. In his heat race Max got out to impressive start, racing very well, and finishing in 7th place. Anstie carried the momentum into the main event by getting out to a top 10 start. Throughout the race Max battled with the best, ultimately finishing in 14th place.

“We are back from Saturday,” said Max Anstie. “I did a lot of recovery over the past couple days. We did well today and I will take it. We will move forward to Saturday. The heat race went well and I got a really good start. Each session I went out there got better and better. I want to be better. I got some things to take away and I’m looking forward to Saturday.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – Having to build back the momentum he had going for him before his crash at round 8 in Orlando, Adam has wasted no time getting back on track. Coming off a broken collar bone, scapula and a few ribs, Enticknap is close to where he once was in the main event. Despite coming up short so far in Atlanta, Adam has been very close each round to making the main. Expect to see him back there soon.

“The track was really good today,” said Adam Enticknap. “I felt better today, our bike was really good today. Clark Jones made some really good changes to the suspension. I rode a good heat race, but not the best one I ever had. In the LCQ I made a mistake right off the gate. I wasn’t really able to make my way forward. The track was good, my Suzuki was great. I just have to do a couple tiny things throughout the race to get it done. I think with everything I have going on, coming off the collarbone injury, scapula and ribs that got broken, things are getting better. I’m excited for Saturday.”

“Well Atlanta 2 went pretty good,” said Crew Chief Clark Jones of Noleen J6 Technologies. “Adam rode better today; I know the results don’t show it but he’s getting better. His shoulder is getting a lot better. I’m looking forward to him getting in the main on Saturday. As far as Max goes, everything went really smooth today. He got a very good start in the heat race. He ended up 7th in the heat race. Just like NASCAR, we made changes throughout the day to the motorcycle. The bike was the best it was in the main. He’s still getting used to Supercross, but he’s getting better. I’m excited for Max. This Saturday will be his best race ever.”

H.E.P. Motorsports looks to have a strong finish at the final race in Atlanta for the 15th round of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie gets off to a hot start in Atlanta, GA.

(Madera, CA, March 22, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports was very close to having a monumental night this past Saturday. Adam Enticknap returned to the team having been sidelined for 5 weeks with a broken collar bone, scapula and a few ribs. Max Ansite was off to a stellar performance before a crash forced him to exit early from the main event. Fortunately, he was okay and was able to race Tuesday. Brandon Hartranft who suffered a minor injury prior to leaving for Atlanta, is expected to be back with the team for the 15th round.

Max Anstie (#34) – It looked to be a career night for Max Anstie before a crash in the main event ended his night. Anstie qualified his highest yet this series with 13th place. Max got a great start to his heat race and was mixing it up with the best. He finished in 6th place. In the main event, Anstie got another strong start and put himself inside the top ten. For the first lap and a half Max looked really fast and was knocking on the door of the top 5. Unfortunately another rider clipped Max’s rear wheel causing him to crash. Fortunately, Max had no injuries and was good to go Tuesday.

“Today didn’t end as well as we would have liked,” said Max Anstie. “I was making progress all day each time I was out there. I had a great time today. I was fast in practice. The heat race I rode solid ended up 6th. In the main I felt like I was in there coming around the first turn and lap and half, but I ended up going down. I’m going to rebuild and be ready Tuesday.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – After five weeks off the bike Adam Enticknap returned from injury. In his heat race Adam didn’t get a good start and found himself outside a qualifying position. In his LCQ, Enticknap got another bad start but was able to move his way up the pack finishing in 8th place missing the main event.

“Im back after five weeks of being off,” said Adam Enticknap. “I had a broken collarbone, a few cracks in my scapula and three broken ribs, so I’m excited to be back with the team. For the heat race I had a bad start, I tried to make my way through the track but the way the track was it made it hard to make passes. In the LCQ, I had another bad start but I rode well and made my way forward. It definitely wasn’t the best race but a starting point coming back from injury. I’m excited for Tuesday.”

“Today was a good day,” said crew chief Clark jones of Noleen J6 Technologies. “The practice went well, our guys qualified well, max ended up 13th. The heat race turned out nice with max getting 6th place. Adam had some issues but hes just coming back from his injury. Going into the main event max had a top five start and everything was going good before a less experience rider took him out. That was very unfortunate.”

The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series continues Tuesday for the 14th round. Expect to see Max Anstie and Adam Enticknap back in the main event!

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 13th place overall in Arlington, TX

(Madera, CA, March 22, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports finished out the 12th round of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series in Arlington, Texas. The team had its best result so far this series, with Anstie getting his highest finish in the main and with Hartranft running as high as 15th in the main before a crash set him back. Adam Enticknap continues to recover from a shoulder injury and aims to be back during the Atlanta rounds.

Max Anstie (#34) – It was a fantastic day of racing for Max Anstie. He had his best heat race so far this season with a near holeshot. He battled with the top guys during his heat race before finishing in 7th place. He followed that up with an impressive main event race which saw him fight back from a bad to start to finish 13th in the main.

“We made progress,” said Max Anstie. “we had a good three races here in Arlington. Today we got our best heat race. I got a good start and battled with some good guys. I got 7th. In the main I was strong. I kept pushing. I had some of the best rhythm sections I’ve done. I felt good in the whoops and the sands. To be honest, I’m happy to come away with a 13th. We made progress and I’m looking forward to going back and doing more work for the next three weeks to get ready for Atlanta.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 class rookie had one of his best results so far this series with an 18th place finish. Brandon got a great start running in his heat race in second but struggled in a few areas and missed the main with 10th place. In the L.C.Q. Hartranft turned it around with an impressive race, finishing in 2nd place. In the main event, Brandon ran as high as 14th throughout the race before going over the bars in the sand section, dropping him back from the pack. Hartranft finished the main event in 18th place.

“All day went great,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I felt like myself, and I had a good practice and qualifying. In the heat race, I ripped a good start and held second for a bit. I struggled in the whoops a little bit, and I had to race the L.C.Q. I was able to figure it out and make it into the main. I got a good start and was running 14th for a while before going over my bars in the sand and getting landed on. I want to take as much advantage of these mains and learn from them as much as I can.”

“Today was a good day for the whole team,” said crew chief Clark Jones of Noleen J6 Technologies. “Brandon road good, he progressed a little better each time he was on the track. We made tiny adjustments to bike throughout the day that went well. He ended up 18th on the night. Max bike worked well, and he raced very well. He had a good start in his heat race. In the main, not so much, but he passed a lot of guys and rode a solid race with 13th place. We are really looking forward to Atlanta.”

The 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series takes a three-week break before returning to Atlanta Motor Speedway. H.E.P. Motorsports will take this time to prepare for the final stretch of the supercross series. Expect to see 450 class rookies Hartranft and Anstie to finish out the series strong!

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie gets off to a hot start in Atlanta, GA.

The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series continues Tuesday for the 14th round. Expect to see Max Anstie and Adam Enticknap back in the main event!

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 13th place overall in Arlington, TX

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie 16th place in Arlington, Texas

(Madera, CA, March 17, 2021) – The 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series excitement continued with Round #11 held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. H.E.P. Motorsports had a productive day on the track, with both riders showing significant progress in the second of three rounds here in Arlington. Max Anstie continues to get faster as he becomes more comfortable racing supercross. He showed improvement in his whoop speed and rhythm sections. 450 class rookie Brandon Hartranft continues to learn the big bike and shows he has what it takes to be in the main event, continuously putting himself out front during his heat races. It is just a matter of time before he puts it all together. Adam Enticknap continues to rehab from an injury suffered during the 9th round of Supercross. He anticipates returning during the Atlanta rounds.

Max Anstie (#34) – In only his fourth ever supercross race, Max Anstie continues to make progress. Showing real improvement in his whoop speed and rhythm sections. Max made it straight into the main with a 9th place finish. Anstie continued to catch his stride in the main event despite the rough start. He raced very well, showed great race craft even passing two guys in one corner during the main. He finished in 16th place.

“I feel like we definitely made progress tonight,” said Max Anstie, “We got 16th, and on paper, it might not show it, but we made real progress. My crew chief Clark made some positive changes today. I felt good in the whoops I could jump the jumps, and I’m making progress at Supercross. It is only my fourth Supercross. I feel like there’s a lot to learn, but I’m getting my stride, and I’m looking forward to Saturday.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 class rookie Hartranft was very close to the main event this past Tuesday night in Arlington, Texas. The day started well for Brandon in qualifying, which set him up nicely for the heat race. Brandon didn’t get the normal start he’s accustomed to in the heat race and found himself fighting his way into the ninth transfer position. Brandon climbed up to 10th place, coming up short of a transfer position. In the L.C.Q., Brandon got a strong start and was in the top 4 early on. Unfortunately, in the final moments of the race, Hartranft got knocked off the track by another rider and was docked a position for how he re-entered the track, missing the main event with 5th place.

“The track was pretty good today; the whoops were tricky, the jumps were nice, and they had some good rhythms,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I didn’t ride as good as I did Saturday, but qualifying was alright, and I got a good spot in the heat race, but a few mistakes in my heat cost me a transfer position. In the L.C.Q., I got bumped off the track, and I got docked a position getting back on, and I missed the main. I’m ready to go Saturday.”

“Today was good, the track was good, and the bikes did really well,” said crew chief Clark Jones of NoleenJ6 Suspension Technologies. “Both the guys rode very well today. There was an unfortunate incident with Brandon where he got knocked off the track and got back on and missed it by one position. As far as Max goes, he’s improving, and the 16th place finish doesn’t quite show that. His speed is coming along, and he is riding really well, one of the fastest guys in the whoops, and he’s really learning Supercross. I think this upcoming Saturday; he could surprise a lot of guys. It was a busy day for me being the crew chief. One of our mechanic’s sons was racing at the amateur national and got hurt, so I had to be Max’s mechanic throughout the day. Everybody did well. I’m proud of Max, and I’m anxious for Saturday.”

With only one more round left in Arlington, Texas, for the 2021 Monster Energy A.M.A. Supercross series, expect to see H.E.P. Motorsports leave Texas on a high note.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Anstie Top 20 Performance in Arlington, Texas

(Madera, CA, March 8, 2021) – The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series has taken over AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the 10th, 11th, and 12th rounds. This past Saturday’s round 10 race did not disappoint. Max Anstie continues to catch his stride in his third ever 450 Supercross race. Brandon Hartranft had an impressive day on the track with strong starts and consistent laps, but unfortunate circumstances kept him from the main event. Adam Enticknap continues to recover from an injury suffered in Orlando, Florida and is expected to be back with the team in Atlanta.

Max Anstie (#34) – In only his third race back, Max Anstie continues to improve from race to race in his rookie 450 class campaign. It was a learning experience for the 26-year-old who encountered the tightest track he’s faced so far, which made passing very difficult. In Max’s heat race, he found himself having to fight his way into a transfer position after a difficult start to the race. Max quickly locked down 9th place to make it straight to the main event. The main event went well for Anstie who rode very consistent to a 16th place finish in his third ever 450 supercross race.

“My third 450 supercross in the books,” said Max Anstie. “I’m happy I got my laps in. We are learning and making progress each time. Looking forward to Tuesday.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The 450 class rookie had an unfortunate night missing the main event by two transfer positions. Brandon raced very good all day, with near hole shots in his heat race and the LCQ. Hartranft got a great start in the LCQ but got clipped by another rider which dropped him back to 12th place. As the race continued, Brandon was able to climb into 6th place, but fell short of the main event.

“From the moment I laid my wheels on the track I felt great all the way up to the LCQ,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Qualifying went well and I had a strong time. In the heat race I got a great start. I was dicing it up with the guys, but a down rider got in my way and set me off rhythm, causing me to miss the main event. In the LCQ, I got a great start, but I came together with another rider and it dropped me back from like 3rd or 4th straight back to 12th. I tried to make some passes, but this track was difficult to pass on. I’m going to take the positives and leave the negatives and look forward to Tuesday.”

“The track was good today. Brandon liked it and so did we,” said Crew Chief Clark Jones from Noleen J6 Technologies. “It was a little tighter than what Max has ridden in the past with this being only his 3rd supercross race in the 450 class. The guys held up good, and the riders did well. Brandon had some unfortunate circumstances in the LCQ where he almost got landed on and messed up his chances of making it into the main event. Max did good in the main event with 16th place.”

The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series stays in Arlington, Texas for the 11th round this Tuesday. Expect to see the strong racing from Max Anstie to continue and for Brandon Hartranft to get back on track and into the main event.

Max Anstie continues to build in his rookie 450 season.

(Madera, CA, March 8, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports headed down to Daytona Beach, Florida to the World Center of Racing, Daytona International Speedway for the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series 9th round. 450 class rookies, Brandon Hartranft and Max Anstie both had consistent days of racing from qualifying all the way to the main event. Adam Enticknap continues to recover from an injury suffered the previous round and is expected to be back with team by the Atlanta rounds.

Max Anstie (#103) – In only his second race in the 450cc premiere class, Max Anstie looks to be catching his stride as he continues to show improvement each time he hits the track. In qualifying, Max was riding very fast and was close to knocking on the door of top 10 qualifying times before a nasty crash leading up to the finish that sent him over the bars. He was able to recover and continue racing. In his heat race, Max put a solid moto in from start to finish with an 8th place. In the main event, Max continued his steady performance with a 14th place finish.

“It’s always been a dream to race Daytona Supercross with the best guys in the world,” said Max Anstie. “The team and I made progress all day and we learned a lot. I rode my laps in the main event and came away with 14th. I’m looking forward to heading to Texas next week.”

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – The rookie Brandon Hartranft had himself a strong showing in Daytona finding his flow early in the day. In his heat race, Brandon jumped out to an impressive start coming around the first corner in second place. As the race continued, Hartranft raced very consistently each lap finishing in 9th place. In the main event, Hartranft continued his solid performance getting a strong jump off the gate before being pushed off the track in the first corner and forced to fight his way from the back. He had a steady first half of the race before he caught arm pump, he finished in 19th place.

“Today was a lot better for me then my previous races,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Gain some confidence back, had a good solid two weeks of riding building up to this round. Both practices, I went out first and that was a confidence booster. I have done well here in the past and I felt like I had a flow here all day. In my heat race start, I came around second off the start and was able to make it straight into the main. The main event was solid till about halfway when I got arm pump. I need to work on that and show up ready to go in Arlington.”

“It’s always a good experience to race in Daytona, it’s the World Center of Racing,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Everyone brings an extra level of pizazz from the truck driver all the way down to the riders. In terms of racing, we made some good steps. Max had a good day despite a nasty crash in qualifying. Straight from the heat with him after getting some solid laps down. Main event was good we are building each week and we know he is not at his peak yet and there is a lot of plusses to take away. Brandon rode well, he is starting to find his groove again and it shows when you watch him ride. Look for him to keep on growing these next few rounds. We are excited for the future.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Arlington, Texas for rounds 10, 11, & 12 of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Schedule.

Max Anstie makes his debut back to Supercross

(Madera, CA, February 22, 2021) – It was a bittersweet round 8 in Orlando, Florida, for H.E.P. Motorsports, gaining one rider and losing another. Max Anstie made his debut back to racing Supercross and lined up for his first-ever 450cc premiere main event. Brandon Hartranft continues to improve in his rookie season but fell short of the main event by one transfer position. Adam Enticknap had a rough day after a crash in qualifying ended his night early.

Max Anstie (#103) – It was a successful first race back for Max Anstie. With little time to prepare due to a preseason injury, Max showed up with only four days of being back on the bike under his belt. It only took two rounds of qualifying and practice for Anstie to get it going. Max had a successful heat race making it straight into the main event mixing it up with the best. In the main event, Anstie jumped out with an impressive start, nearly taking the hole-shot, before getting pinched by the pack and dropping back. Max raced very consistently in his first race. He showed he has what it takes to compete in the 450cc premier supercross class. He finished in 18th place, a strong building point for Daytona.

“Nice to be under the light racing my first ever 450sx event,” said Max Anstie. “Was a dream to race in a stadium with the best supercross riders in the world. I came into this race without much preparation time, so to leave with some points on the board and laps under my belt was all I could ask for.” Brandon Hartranft (#28) – Many positives to take away from round 8 in Orlando for the rookie Hartranft. After a rough start to his heat race, Brandon turned it around halfway finishing in 14th place. In the LCQ, Brandon got an excellent start hole shotting the race, but made a few costly mistakes as the race ensued that lost him transfer positions. He missed the main event by one transfer position.

“Orlando two was okay,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Track wasn’t in the best conditions all day and, being in B practice doesn’t help.” “I’m slowly getting back to where I was. In the heat race, I didn’t race good until about halfway and was able to turn it around. In the LCQ, I got the hole shot which was great. I made a few mistakes in the first lap. I got behind Wilson and tried to follow him. I made a mistake in the whoops and got passed for the final transfer position. Going to take away the positives from this weekend and go back to work for these next two weeks off.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – It was a rough day for Adam Enticknap, who went down on a hot lap in qualifying, forcing him to exit with a shoulder injury. Fortunately, he was able to walk away. He was taken to Orlando Regional Medical Center, where they determined he had a broken right clavicle. The successful surgery was done Sunday afternoon.

“Bittersweet race for the team at round 8 in Orlando,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “A lot of positives to take away from the day but the injury to team athlete Adam Enticknap was in the back of everyone’s mind. Fortunately, Adam walked away from a nasty fall with only a broken right clavicle. Surgery was done Sunday afternoon at Orlando Regional Medical Center, and we look forward to having him back on the bike when he is fully healed. Brandon continues to improve, but the class is very tough right now. I expect a bounce back from him in Daytona. I am very proud of Max, he hit marks throughout the day, and there has a lot to build on after his first-ever 450 supercross. With this only being his fourth time on the bike after injury, we treated this race as a warm-up to Daytona- only taking positives. He rode an entire race and mixed it up with established racers. I look forward to continued growth throughout the remaining rounds.”

The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series takes a week off before returning Saturday, March 6, to the World Center of Racing at the Daytona International Speedway for the 9th round.

Twisted Tea Suzuki’s Enticknap has a strong night in Indy!

(Madera, CA, February 8, 2021) – H.E.P. Motorsports finished out its final round in Indianapolis, Indiana for the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Adam Enticknap had a strong night of racing finishing 20th overall. Brandon Hartranft continues to get better in his rookie season racing the 450 class but fell short of the main event by one transfer position. Max Anstie is still out due to an injury suffered before the first round and is expected to return in Orlando.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – It was a learning experience for the 450 class rookie Brandon Hartranft who fell short of the main event by one transfer position. A crash in practice and in his heat race really hindered his ability to race to his full potential. In his heat race Brandon got a good start but crashed going for a pass in the section before the finish line. In the LCQ, Hartranft was not able to get out to a good start and had to fight his way through the pack from 12th unfortunately falling short of a transfer spot by one position and missed the main event.

“Practice went okay today. The track was very good,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I’m getting a little better each time I race. In the heat race I had a good start but then I fell, and I had to race the LCQ. I didn’t get a good start that race and had to work my way up. I almost got 4th, but I missed the main. There are some positives to take away from today, but I’m not pumped to miss the main. I’m ready to go get it in Orlando.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – The fan favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” had a strong night of racing finishing 20th overall in the 450cc premiere class. In his heat race, Adam got a rough start and had to fight his way through the group finishing in 12th. In the LCQ, Enticknap had another rough start and found himself outside the top ten. As the race ensued, Adam made very good racing decisions and was able to move his way all the way up to 4th place. In the main event Adam raced very well for the first half but made a few mistakes as the race progressed, finishing in 20th place overall.

“Indianapolis Round 3 was a dryer track and very technical. I felt it was definitely a good track,” said Adam Enticknap. “This season I feel that I’m definitely a better racer. In my heat race I had a good start, and I worked my way through the pack. I ended up 11th and had to race the LCQ. In the LCQ I should’ve got a better start. I was 12th and I was able to make my way up to 4th. In the main event I improved a lot having a great first half the race but made some mistakes. I’m excited for what’s to come into Orlando.”

“The race was okay but there were some things for us to build on,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. I was very happy with the way Adam rode for the first ten minutes of the main. He was catching people he normally doesn’t pass. For Brandon we are going to go back to the drawing board and change some things to the forks and shocks to get him to ride to his full potential.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Orlando for the 7th, 8th & 9th rounds of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Expect to see Adam Enticknap continue with his strong starts and aggressive racing. Look for Brandon Hartranft get back on track and into the main event.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Hartranft Continues to Build in his Rookie Season!

(Madera, CA, February 4, 2021) – The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series had its second round in Indianapolis this past weekend. 450 class rookie, Brandon Hartranft, continues to improve with his racing, almost getting the hole shots every time he lines up to the gate. Enticknap continues to show he belongs in the main event with his strong lap times and fast starts. Max Anstie is still out due to an injury he suffered prior to the first round, but is expected to make his debut back to Supercross in Orlando.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) – In only his 5th race in the big bike class, Hartranft continues to show he is a top competitor, getting near hole shots every time he lines up at the gate, along with having fast lap times late in the moto. In his heat race, Brandon got a great start and was in a transfer position until he came together with a track marker in a corner and got stuck between the bike, which forced him to race the LCQ. In the LCQ, Brandon got another great start locking down a transfer position quickly, which he maintained despite dealing with a small bike problem that occurred during the race. In the main event, with the problem fixed, Brandon got a great jump off the outside gate and went into the corner into the top 3, but wasn’t able to avoid the first corner carnage. He was pushed back to the mid pack and again a few corners later, came together with another rider dropping him back to 20th. As the race ensued Brandon fought his way up to 17th place.

“Track was pretty good, the dirt was soft and there were some really big jumps,” said Brandon Hartranft. “I think I’m starting to come around and ride the 450 a lot better getting used to the pace. I’m linking the RM-Z a lot. In the heat race I had a good start and I made a few mistakes. I caught a tough block and I got stuck. I had to go to the LCQ and I pulled another good start and then I just tried to maintain it. In the main event I went into the first turn really good, but in the first lap I got bumped by another rider. This forced me to roll a jump that dropped me back, but I rode consistent laps and I’m excited to build off this.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) – The fan favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce”, continues to show that he belongs in the main event with fast lap times and aggressive riding. In his heat race Adam didn’t get the start he needed to put himself in a transfer position and was only able to work his was up to 11th. In the LCQ, Adam got a good start and was passing for a transfer position before being bumped by another rider, forcing him off the track and putting a transfer position out of reach.

“I think we found something good with bike last round and it rolled over to today,” said Adam Enticknap. “I struggled in one section today, but with my crew behind me, I was able to overcome it. I felt good in my heat, but I didn’t quite get the start I needed to put myself in transfer position and finished in 11th. In the LCQ, I got a good start and was passing for a transfer position when I got bumped by another rider, which ended my chances of making the main. Going forward I know what I got to do to not be in this situation and I’m looking forward to the final round here in Indy.”

The track looked good today, the track had good traction and a lot of ruts.” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “As far as racing goes I think we did okay. Adam needs to put himself in better position. It’s tough to see him miss a main, especially when he is a main event guy. I was very happy with Brandon. His heat race didn’t quite go the way we wanted. He had a fall while in transfer position which sent him to the LCQ. In the LCQ we dealt with a little bike part problem that we were able to fix before the main event. I think he rode good in the main. He has some things he needs to improve on, but I think it was a solid race to build on. I’m excited to see what these guys can do next round with a little break!”

H.E.P. Motorsports prepares for its final race in Indianapolis this Saturday for the 6th round of the 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Expect to see Enticknap back on track in the main event and for Hartranft to continue to get better as his rookie season goes on in the 450cc class.

H.E.P. Motorsports Dominates the Starting Line in Indianapolis

(Madera, CA, February 1, 2021) – The 2021 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series is in Indianapolis for the 3rd, 4th and 5th rounds. H.E.P. Motorsports riders’ Brandon Hartranft and Adam Enticknap had a strong day with superb starts and impressive riding. Max Anstie continues to recover from a injury suffered prior to round one and is expected to return in Orlando.

Brandon Hartranft (#28) had a solid day in Indy with superb starts, making it straight to the main out of the heat with a near hole-shot in a stacked class. In the main event, Brandon continued to show the Suzuki’s ability to get off the gate with another great start and was racing up front. Unfortunately, a few mistakes early on, cost him key positions. Hartranft finished 18th overall in just his 3rd race of his rookie season.

“The track was definitely challenging, but I felt okay throughout the day,” said Brandon Hartranft. “Definitely getting used to racing the 450 coming from the 250 class. In the heat race, I came around I think in 3rd place so that was good. I held 6th for about 2 laps before I made a mistake. I was out of a qualifying position and then I raced my way back into a transfer position. In the main event I had a good start again, and rode well, but I made some mistakes and dropped back to 20th. I was able to finish in 18th. I tried to stay consistent and not make too many mistakes, I’m going to try and prevent any mistakes the next round and do the best I can.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) had himself a day in Indianapolis, showing his speed in qualifying and then getting it done in his heat race. Nearly hole-shotting a stacked class, and locking down a transfer position early, Adam finished out his heat in 8th place. In the main event Enticknap continued to put his RM-Z Suzuki up front off the gate with a strong start. Adam had a strong main, but made a few mistakes and had an issue with rear wheel traction that forced him to pull in pit row, placing him in 22nd place on the night.

“Indianapolis was definitely different then Houston,” said Adam Enticknap. “My bike was definitely running good, my suspension was great, and I felt very comfortable. In the heat I got the start I wanted and felt very confident going forward. I finished 8th in the heat which I think was one of my best rides yet in Supercross and in my career. So I was stoked on that. Going into the main event, I had high expectations for myself and I felt that I raced very good for 10 minutes, but I made a few costly mistakes. I’m excited for next round and to get more mains underneath my belt.”

“The race was good, the riders did well having strong starts in their heats,” said crew chief, Clark Jones from NoleenJ6 Technologies. “I was happy with both of their heat race results, but I think they both have room for improvement. As far as the main event goes, I think we have some work to do. The riders did well at times but didn’t put it together consistently throughout the main event. Overall, I think it was a good day and a step in the right direction.

H.E.P. Motorsports prepares for another round in Indianapolis. Expect to see the strong starts and improved finishes continue this Tuesday.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie finishes 7th at Thunder Valley

(Madera, CA, October 3, 2020) – What a day for H.EP. Motorsports at Thunder Valley MX Park for round 8 of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series. Max Anstie had an impressive day after a pair of top ten moto finishes. Adam Enticknap matched his best moto result so far and continues to improve.

Max Anstie (#103) has been firing on all cylinders as of late with another top 10 performance at Thunder Valley. His best result came in moto #2 with a near holeshot and consistent 6th place result. In his first moto Max raced very well but had to overcome a rough start and finished in 9th place. After a pair of top 10 results Max finished 7th overall.

“Solid day, we got better each session and had a strong couple motos,” said Max Anstie. “I’m pleased with how my crew managed to make the bike competitive at such a high altitude with it being our first time there. I’m looking forward to Pala.”

Adam Enticnap (#722) matched his best finish so far this season in the second moto at Thunder Valley with 24thplace. Enticknap’s starts and lap times looked to be his best so far this outdoor series. Adam went 29-24 for 27thoverall.

“A much improved weekend,” said Adam Enticknap. “It wasn’t perfect, but night and day my starts and my time spread in the second moto was much better. This has been a huge learning curve for me. The second moto felt like there was something to get excited about. I can’t wait to bring the momentum from the second moto to Pala!”

“Another solid weekend for the team,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Max is showing the same speed and confidence he had before the unfortunate wreck at Ironman. We ran in the top 3 again in the second moto which makes the team really want to get back on the podium for the final round. Adam matched his best moto finish of the series and ending on a track that is familiar to him should lead to improved results. From top to bottom I am happy with the team’s progression throughout our first national season and look forward to the chance to end the season on high note.”

Expect to see another strong finish from Max Anstie, along with teammate Adam Enticknap. The 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross series nears its finish with the final round this coming Saturday at Pala Raceway.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie Nearly Misses Podium at W.W. Ranch

(Madera, CA, September 26, 2020) – The 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series kicked off round 7 at W.W. Ranch in Jacksonville, Florida this past Saturday. For the team, it was another impressive result winding down the championship season. Max Anstie finished 7th overall after two impressive motos and Adam Enticknap finished the day 26th overall.

Max Anstie had another impressive day of racing at W.W. Ranch going 7th overall. Despite a moto one crash that resulted in Max dropping to last place, he was able to overcome the difficulties and charge through the field to a 13th place finish. In the second moto, Max’s speed truly shined. With a great start placing him as high as 3rdin the opening laps, Max battled with past and current champions to an ultimate 4th place finish.

“Making progress each week with myself, my bike and my team,” said Max Anstie. “A solid 4th in the second moto, it was nice to battle up near the front. I went off the track and had a hard charge from a long way back on the first lap of the first moto. So it was nice to end up 7th overall. Looking forward to Colorado.”

Adam Enticknap had his best result so far this series with 26th place overall. It was good day for qualifying for Adam with strong lap times. Despite a hard crash, Adam raced very determined and got his best result in this series going 26-29 for 26th overall.

“Qualifying was better this weekend in sand,” said Adam Enticknap. “The famous W.W. Ranch didn’t disappoint. The fans were going off and the track was rough. Running my best position was awesome until my crash. I am ready and eager to get another shot at Colorado next week!”

“Solid weekend in Florida,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “It was the first really hot race of the year and I was happy with the bikes didn’t have any overheating issues. Max was fast all day and that showed with a near miss of the podium in the second moto. Adam continues to improve with his best overall of the season. There are two rounds left where the team will look to put its best forward in order to propel us into a successful off season.”

Expect to see the fast starts and impressive results from Max Anstie as he continues to improve throughout the series. With only two rounds to go, the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series heads to Denver, Colorado for the 8th round.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie Cards Solid Top 10 Result at Spring Creek

(Madera, CA, September 20, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports headed to Millville, Minnesota for the 6th round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series at the Spring Creek Motocross Park.

Max Anstie had a strong showing with a pair of top 10s for 9th overall and Adam Enticnkap had his best result so far going 24-29 for 28th overall.

Very impressive day for Max Anstie at Spring Creek with a pair of top 10 finishes for 9th overall. Max’s lap times in each moto had himself inside the top 10. His best result came in the 2nd moto where he got a strong start and raced extremely hard throughout the race finishing in 8th place.

“I had two top 10 solid rides at Millville,” said Max Anstie. “We made progress each session and I’m looking forward to a solid week and going again in Florida.”

Adam Enticknap had a productive round at Spring Creek with his best results so far this series. Adam was able to improve on his starts and put himself in a better position throughout the race. He finished 28th going 24-29 in both motos.

“What a rad track!” said Adam Enticknap. “Coming off the break I wanted to improve on my starts, and we did. I still need to work on completing the start, but there was improvement. The track was tough, but I got my best finish so far. Millville was a step in the right direction and I’m looking forward to playing in the sand next week!”

“Glad we put together 2 motos inside the top 10 this weekend,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “Max’s lap times placed him higher up on the leaderboard than where he actually finished so that gives the team a lot of energy heading into the next round in Florida. Adam had two consistent motos and is progressing as the season nears its end.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to W.W. Ranch in Florida for the 7th round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie Continues Strong Starts at Red Bud II

(Madera, CA, September 7, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports entered the second half of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series. Max Anstie had another impressive day of racing with strong starts in both motos. Adam Enticknap had his best result so far this outdoor series with a 28th place.

Max Anstie (#103) finished 12th overall at RedBud Mx going 13-12 despite crashes in both motos. His best race came in the moto 2 where he got an impressive top 5 start. Max was running as high as 5th for a majority of the race before an untimely crash dropped him back to 12th place where he finished.

“12th overall at the 2nd round at Redbud,” said Max Anstie. “We made progress as a team and are learning each week. Ready to get some work done this break and come back strong for the remainder of the season.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) continues to improve round to round. Adam continues to show speed in his lap times but has yet to fully put it all together. He did however have his best finish so far this outdoor series with 28thplace going 28-28 in both motos.

“Redbud the 2nd time around was better racing for me,” said Adam Enticknap. “The track was much deeper and more technical. My team and I came up with a plan that I executed better. My moto finishes weren’t what we wanted, but the riders were better. Knowing what I need to work on during this break makes me excited for what we can achieve in Millville.”

“Some speed was shown at Round 5 that I feel will be indicative of the future rounds,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Max was running as high as 5th before an untimely crash. He was able to recover and finish just outside the top 10. Adam continues to show aggression as we enter the 2nd half of the season. We have some fine tuning to do testing wise on the off week and I feel the team will come into Millville rejuvenated and inspired to jump back onto the podium.”

H.E.P. Motorsports preps for Round 6 of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series in Millville, Minnesota.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie Finishes 12th Overall at RedBud MX.

(Madera, CA, September 5, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports headed to Buchanan, Michigan at the historic RedBud MX track for the 4th and 5th rounds of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series held on Friday and again on Monday. This past Friday, H.E.P. Motorsports rider Max Anstie had a strong showing coming off a hard crash sustained in the last round that resulted in a hospital ride and potential broken jaw. Adam Enticknap continues to improve with his best day of qualifying so far this series.

Max Anstie (#103) – Less than a week since Max crashed hard that resulted into a trip to the hospital with a feared fractured jaw and potential concussion, we saw just how determined he is to race. Max had strong showings in both motos, with his best start coming in the first moto. He just missed the hole-shot coming around the first corner in 2nd place. Anstie found himself in podium position during the first moto but was unable to capitalize due to a few key mistakes that come with little recovery time after a hard crash. Max finished 12thoverall going 11-13 in each moto.

“After being in the hospital just 6 days ago and not even sure if I would be able to race, “I’m happy to come away with a 12th overall finish.” said Max Anstie. “The focus is on recovery and getting ready for Monday. “

Adam Enticknap (#722) continues to show signs of improvement with his best day of qualifying 4 rounds into the series with 23rd overall. He finished 31st overall going 32-30 in the 1st and 2nd moto.

“Qualifying 23rd was a huge improvement this weekend,” said Adam Enticknap. “Racing RedBud for the first time was awesome. The track was unique and different. There is a lot to improve on my racing, but I’m excited to be back for the 2nd round at Red Bud.”

“Quick turnaround going into round 4 and I feel that played a factor into our results,” said Dustin Pipes. “It was a miracle Max was even able to race coming off his crash last weekend, so we are going to take our 12th and run with it. Adam showed some speed in qualifying, but we are waiting to see it translate into the races.”

H.E.P. Motorsports prepares for the 5th round at RedBud MX in Buchanan Michigan. Expect to see improvements from Enticknap and another strong performance from Anstie.

H.E.P. Motorsports Takes on Ironman National

(Madera, CA, August 31st, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports headed to Ironman MX Park this past weekend in Crawfordsville, Indiana for the third round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series.

Max Anstie (#103) had a roller coaster of a day this past Saturday. Qualifying as high as 7th overall for the race, Max looked to be firing on all cylinders. During his first moto Anstie got off to another impressive start on his RM-Z450 Suzuki well inside the top 10. Running as high as 4th place at times throughout the race, a mechanical issue forced Max to pull off with a lap to go. In the 2nd moto Max got another great start from the far outside and found himself inside the top 10. About midway through the race Max crashed hard and was unable to finish the race. He is okay and is expected to race Redbud Friday.

“Not the day we wanted at Ironman, but as a team we will take the positives away from the day,” said Max Anstie. “Time to heal up and regroup for the next two rounds at Red Bud in 5 days.”

Adam Enticknap (#722) continues to show improvement in his first attempt at a full outdoor national championship series. Getting faster each week, Adam really showed gains in his lap times placing in the top 20 at times throughout the day. Match that with a good start and Adam has what it takes to place in the top 20 of the 450cc class.

“Experiencing Ironman for the first time was an eye opener,” said Adam Enticnkap. “The track had huge jumps and felt a lot like a pro track. Practices was a mud hole again, but my team helped me with techniques and ended up getting my best qualification so far. My first moto was not up to par, but I was able to turn it around in 2ndmoto. I got a bad start, but I ran top 20 lap times throughout the race. This was huge for me and I am happy to be building and excited to see what I can do with a good start at Redbud this Friday!”

“Round 3 of the series came and went with a lot of excitement, but not the type of excitement we were looking for,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “The day started out good with Max qualifying in 7th place ensuring a top starting position. Unfortunately, that is where things took a turn. While running in 8th place we had a mechanical failure on the last lap causing the team to do a full motor swap in between races. Our team did a great job with communication and we were able to turn to the bike around for the final race. But our bad luck continued with Max suffering a violent wreck and a trip to the hospital. We are very fortunate the scans came back clear and he is going to be lining up the next round. Overall Ironman was a learning experience for the team and something I feel we can bounce back from leading into Round 4 at Redbud.”

H.E.P. Motorsports prepares for Redbud MX in Michigan for the 4th & 5th round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie 3rd place in Moto #2

(Madera, CA, August 24th, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports had a productive 2nd round at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch this past weekend. Max Anstie had a captivating performance in the 2nd moto of the 450cc premiere class with a 3rdplace finish. Adam Enticknap continues to improve as he finished 29th overall.

Max Anstie had an outstanding performance Saturday with 3rd place in moto #2 after leading most of the way. After a great jump off the gate, Max was able to pull the hole-shot and take a commanding lead for a majority of the race. With a lead in excess of 7 seconds at points of the race, the only thing that stopped Max from a win was a downed lapped rider. Despite a rough moto #1 that saw Max crash and get trapped under his motorcycle, come in for a mid-race pit stop and losing his goggles, he still climbed the field from 35th place to 15th. Anstie finished 5th overall on the day.

“Really happy to get 3rd in moto #2 after leading most of the way” said Max Anstie. “5th place overall in our 2ndrace of the series. My team has done a great job to deal with the tough conditions and with my bike set up. I’m looking forward to a new track next week and to keep building from here.”

Rough start to the day for Adam Enticknap who missed 8 minutes of the combined qualifying practice session. The fan favorite, “Seven-Deuce-Deuce”, finished 29th overall on the day, despite a rough second moto that saw him crash twice. Adam had his best result of the day come in the 1st moto with the track conditions at its worst finishing in 24th place.

“Everything improved this weekend,” said Adam Enticknap. “I had a tough time in qualifying missing 8 minutes of the only practice we had. The first moto was gruesome for me, I ended up getting 24th. In the 2nd moto I felt ready and eager. I got a good jump, but I fell twice during the moto. Overall the day was an improvement, but I want a lot more! Looking forward to the next round!

“Great weekend for the team,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “Very proud of each of our crew members and the effort collectively put forward to get Max on the podium. The conditions were tough with the rain, but everyone kept their head down and kept working. This was a big step for the team. I am eager to share the feeling again with Clark, Aaron, Dave, Ryan, Chase, Todd, Lawson and Louis. For Max to get on the podium in only his second race back from a torn Achilles is a huge accomplishment and I look forward to seeing his continued progression.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Indiana for the 3rd round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Max Anstie makes his debut back to racing!

H.E.P. Motorsports hit the ground running in the team’s first foray at the 2020 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Series. Max Anstie got off to a great start to the series after a year out due to injury. The highly anticipated debut of the former Motocross Destinations (Motorcycle Olympics) & World MXGP race winner did not disappoint with his unique riding style and speed on full display throughout the first round. Supercross “Specialist” Adam Enticknap got his feet dirty in his first attempt at a full outdoor series.

After a year off due to injury, Max Anstie is back! He had a phenomenal first round at Lorretta Lynn’s Ranch this weekend. Despite crashing in both motos, Max was able to finish 11th overall- placing 11th in Moto 1 and 10th in Moto 2. Expect for Max Anstie to continue to perform with strong starts and solid results.

“It felt awesome to be back at the races,” said Max Anstie. “I have been out of action for a long time. Moving to America to race was a big change, and for our first race together it was really positive. The team has done a great job and I can’t wait for the next one.”

Adam Enticknap finished 31st overall in his first round of outdoors. The supercross specialist has been training immensely in preparation the Outdoor Nationals. Expect for his results to improve as his comfortability grows through each round.

“Good first weekend competing in the outdoor nationals for the team,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “We came in with a lot of unknowns, how the team would function in a new format, how Max would finish in his first race after over a year off due to injuries, Adam’s transition to outdoors, etc. Although there were some bumps in the road, I felt round 1 was a solid base for the team. Getting Max into the top 10 in moto 2 was a good starting point after so long off. I was impressed with his resiliency after falls in both motos. We also topped the charts in qualifying a little bit which is something I hope to see more of. I would expect to see a steady incline in Max’s results as he has shown he has more in the tank. His fastest lap came on the last lap in both motos. Adam had a culture shock after enjoying the comfy confines of supercross stadiums for so long. 31st overall isn’t up to standards and he knows it. I would Expect him to ride more towards his ability for the rest of the series.”

H.E.P. Motorsports is excited to be racing and is looking forward to going back to Lorretta Lynn’s Ranch for the 2nd round of the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series.

H.E.P. Motorsports Weathers the Storm In Salt Lake City, Utah.

Madera, CA (June 8, 2020) – The 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series continued in Salt Lake City, Utah this past Sunday with the 13th round. H.E.P. Motorsports’ Kyle Cunningham had a strong performance on the day finishing in 19th place overall while teammate Ryan Breece continues to improve finishing in 21st place. Adam Enticknap came up short of the main but looks to rebound next round.

It was a hard fought race for Cunningham. Constantly fighting track conditions throughout the day, the season veteran never let up. After a rough go in his heat race, Kyle was forced to race the LCQ. In the LCQ, he got a good start and found himself inside the top-ten. Over the course of the race, Cunningham was able to maneuver his way into a second place transfer position. In the main event, Kyle had a very strong performance despite his 19th place result.

“Round 13 in Salt Lake City wasn’t bad,” said Cunningham. “The track conditions where tough, but my riding felt great. The result doesn’t show with five crashes in the main, but man I had fun on my motorcycle. There’s four more rounds to go and I’m going to keep working and getting better every weekend.”

Fighting altitude sickness through the first two rounds, Breece was finally able to make some ground this weekend. Ryan had a strong heat race running in a transfer position, but a last lap crash relegated him to one position shy of the main event. In the LCQ, Ryan got a good start and raced his way into first place, leading for multiple laps until another last lap crash netted him fourth place. The strong performance continued into the main event where he finished in 21st place overall.

“Round 13 in Salt Lake City had some steps in the right direction,” said Breece. “I was on the ground a little more than I would like to be, but 21st overall in the 450 main event was an achievement for me.”

It was not the best round for Enticknap in Salt Lake City. He came up short of the 450 main event by one position. Having competitive lap times in qualifying, there is no doubt Adam’s speed is there. Unfortunately, rough starts in each of his races put the odds against him.

“My weekend was tough in the mud,” said Enticknap. “I learned a lot, but my main focus coming into the next rounds is starts. I had a decent jump out the gate, but had a bad shift coming into the first corner. I made a few quick passes and felt decent in the whoop section, but I ended up fifth place in the LCQ, missing the main by one spot. As a racer it’s one of the hardest positions to get. Ready for redemption on Wednesday.”

“Mother nature played a big factor this past round,” said Dustin Pipes, Team Manager. “I’m happy we came out somewhat unscathed. As a team we must have crashed over ten times. Five crashes for Kyle alone in the main event. Nevertheless, the riders were resilient in performing their job. The main event results don’t paint the best picture, but when you dive deeper into the individual racers times you will find we should have placed considerably higher. Staff wise, everyone raised their level of attentiveness to circumvent the poor weather and put our racers in the best position possible. Communication was great and everyone is performing their roles to a tee, much like the combined parts making our Suzuki RM-Z450 run so good.”

H.E.P. Motorsports continues to perform through each round. Expect to see the strong racing from Cunningham and strong starts from Breece again this Wednesday.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Puts Three RM-Z 450 Suzuki’s into the 450cc Main Event

Madera, CA (June 1, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports had a productive 12th round in Salt Lake City sending three RM-Z450 Suzuki’s into the main event. Kyle Cunningham got off to a great start in his heat race and continues to improve with 15th place on the night. Adam Enticknap qualified 13th fastest on the day and finished 19th overall. Ryan Breece continues to fight through altitude sickness finishing up in 22nd place.

Fresh off a shoulder injury sustained in Atlanta, Kyle Cunningham continues to improve after only two races back. Getting his best start of the year in his heat, Kyle was running in 2nd place throughout the race, ultimately finishing in 6th place. In the 450 main event, Cunningham had another strong start in the race getting as high as 11th place before finishing 15th overall.

“Overall SLC went well,” said Kyle Cunningham. “I still feel that after my injury I’m still trying to get back to where I need to be. My starts where good today. I finished 6th in the heat and 15th in the main. Still have things to work on, but we have 5 more races to go and I’m happy with progress I’ve made already with little time and a whole lot of effort from the H.E.P. Motorsports team. Can’t wait for the next one and to continue to get better.”

It was a career night for Adam Enticknap qualifying 13th fastest in the 450cc main event. In his heat race however, he was not able to get a good start and found himself outside looking in with 10th place, one shy of a transfer position. Enticknap continued to struggle with his start in the LCQ and found himself in 16th place. Over the course of the next three minutes Adam was able to climb the field all the way up to 3rd place. Enticknap continued his strong performance into the main event with 19th place overall.

“Qualifying 13th this weekend was definitely a career highlight for me so far,” said Adam Enticknap. “Prior to this my best qualifying time was 17th. This weekend was an eye opener to me. The heat race wasn’t what I wanted but it was better! The LCQ was eventful for sure. I started 16th overall and came back to 3rd place. That was a great ride, but I have to get better starts. The main was okay finishing in 19th but it’s still not where I want to be! I’m ready for Sunday!”

Battling altitude sickness throughout the day, Breece was determined to make the main event. Ryan got another strong start in his heat race but was not able to finish in a transfer position due to altitude sickness. After a lengthy trip to the Alpinestars Mobile Medic Unit, on-site doctors cleared him to again compete. In the LCQ, Breece got out to a great start and lead for multiple laps before finishing in 4th place. In the main event with altitude sickness at its worse, Ryan fought through as long as possible until having to retire early, finishing the night in 22nd place.

“Making the main event was a step in the right direction,” said Ryan Breece. “I’m still killing it with my starts. Hopeful we can figure out this altitude sickness because we got 5 more rounds!”

“A step in the right direction at round 12 with successfully having all 3 riders in the premier main event,” said Dustin Pipes. “Each athlete had individual achievements that made me proud of them. Ryan has been struggling through altitude sickness since arriving and for him to even be racing is a testament to his strength and resilience. It wasn’t pretty, but the guy is a warrior. Adam had his best qualifying session ever and he is getting more confident as the races go on. Kyle, still fresh of his return from a bad shoulder injury worked his way through set up issues in practice to run up front in the heat race and put together solid laps in the main event. Putting all 3 riders in the main event is a true testament to how well the team is messing. From our Crew Chief Clark Jones, the mechanics Clint, Alex and Curt, the athletes and the support staff, it is all running smoothly, and we can’t wait to continue our progression”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads into the 13th round firing on all cylinders. Each rider continues to improve through each round. Expect to see the strong performances from Cunningham, Enticknap and Breece to continue this Sunday.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Cunningham Finishes Inside the Top 15

Madera, CA (June 1, 2020) – The 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series returned to action this past Sunday afternoon for round 11. H.E.P. Motorsports Kyle Cunningham had an impressive ride on his Suzuki RM-Z450 finishing inside the top 15. Adam Enticknap and Ryan Breece both came up short of the main but looking to rebound in two days at round 12.

Coming off a shoulder injury and with barely anytime on the bike, Kyle Cunningham had an impressive performance with 14th place overall in the 450cc Premiere Main Event. Having to fight his way into the main after coming up short in the heat race by one position, Kyle found himself in the LCQ where he was able to finish in second place. In the main, Kyle charged with the pack and finished strong inside the top 15.

“This first Salt Lake City race didn’t go too bad,” said Cunningham. “It started off a little bumpy in practice. I have not had much time on the bike since getting injured in Atlanta, literally six days on the motorcycle and two of those being supercross. I felt like the team did a great job today. Clark with the Ohlins Suspension made some good changes. Ended up with 14th overall first race back from injury. I’m ready to build off this result next round in a couple days.”

Ryan Breece was having a strong day in Salt Lake City before feeling the increasing effects of altitude sickness, ultimately causing him to miss the main event. In his heat race, Ryan got a strong start and was running inside the top 10 until he came together with another rider which cost him key transfer positions. In the LCQ, Ryan showed another great start and found himself leading the race, but dropped out early.

“It definitely wasn’t my best day back racing,” said Breece. “My starts are still prime, and my speed is still there, but elevation caused some problems today. We’re coming prepped and ready Wednesday!”

With the fastest qualifying time amongst the three H.E.P Motorsports’ riders, Adam Enticknap looked to have a strong day. Unfortunately in his heat race, Adam was not able to get the start he needed to put himself in a transfer position and missed the main. In the LCQ, Adam got a good start but came up short of a transfer position by two spots.

“The day went well overall,” said Adam. “I was really disappointed in my starts today. It’s nice that I only have one thing to work on over the next two days. Look forward to getting a little bit of redemption on Wednesday!”

“It has been a long break, but the team is glad to be back at the races,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “Kyle rode good in the main event in his first race back from his shoulder injury. Ryan had some tough luck, coming down with altitude sickness midway through winning his race. Luckily the Alpine Stars Medical crew was on hand to get him through it. Adam was the team’s fasted qualifier but couldn’t match his early day intensity in the races. We have six races to go in this series. I’m looking forward to continue battling with our racers.”

H.E.P. Motorsports preps for the 12th round as Kyle, Adam, and Ryan look to continue strong performances in the main event this Wednesday in Salt Lake City, Utah.

H.E.P. Motorsports Made Impressive Appearance in Tampa’s Premiere Main Event

Madera, CA (February 17, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports was proud to participate in this past Saturday’s Supercross race in Tampa, Florida that supported St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. H.E.P. Motorsports also had its best result as a team so far this season with Kyle Cunningham, Ryan Breece, and Adam Enticknap all making it into the 450cc Premiere Main Event.

Kyle Cunningham had another strong performance on his Suzuki RM-Z450. Having a bumpy start to the season so far, Cunningham was able to turn it around this weekend in Tampa to finish in 18th place in the 450cc premiere class.

“The weekend went alright being back in the main,” said Cunningham. “Definitely felt good to be back inside the top 20. We made some positive changes testing wise. The last two rounds have been tough with the weather here in Texas, I have only been riding on the weekend. All in all we made progress and have more to build on.”

Ryan Breece put together another solid ride on Saturday. Having to overcome difficult track conditions throughout the day, Breece rode with resiliency and determined to get the job done. In his heat race, Ryan was not able to jump out to a great start and was forced to fight his way through the pack. He missed the main by two qualifying positions. In the LCQ, Breece displayed a strong performance and a good start, locking down a transfer position early in the race. During the Main Event, Ryan found himself inside the top 20 multiple times throughout the race, finishing in 20th place.

“Tampa was a lot of fun” said Breece. “The bike looked really good with St. Jude graphics on it. My Suzuki RM-Z450 had a lot of power out there today.”

The fan favorite Adam Enticknap, aka “Seven Deuce Deuce”, made his first main appearance of the season. Nearly making it to the main the past two rounds, Enticknap was determined to get the job done Saturday. In his heat race, Adam had a rough start coming together with a hay bale in the first corner and forcing him to miss the main by only a few positions. In the LCQ, Enticknap had a great start locking down a transfer spot early. In the Main Event, Adam rode strong and finished in 21st place.

“For me it felt like a long time coming,” said Enticknap. “This weekend we put all the pieces together and we made it happen when it counted. Looking forward to the rest of the season!”

“It was a big step in the right direction with the series headed to the east,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “We checked a goal off with three racers in the Main Event and we continue to fight moving forward. Although the track obstacles were simple, the dirt was very challenging. Major props to our Crew Chief, Clark Jones, for making critical suspension changes throughout the day to put the racers in the best position possible. I would also like to thank rest of the staff for the day running smoothly; Chase, Blake, Andy, Clint and Corey.”

H.E.P. Motorsports heads to Arlington, Texas for the second Triple Crown of the season. With the racers firing at all cylinders, expect to see Enticknap, Breece, and Cunningham to all come out swinging this Saturday.

The team’s Suzuki RM-Z450’s had special edition St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital graphics by 180Decals that originated from St. Jude patients. The team also sported Thor MX Pulse Powder Blue kits that displayed the St. Judes’ logo in the center. These race worn gear sets can be purchased at https://www.supercrosslive.com/stjude.

H.E.P. Motorsports’ Kyle Cunninghamand Ryan Breece Continue to Improve

Madera, CA (February 3, 2020) – The fifth round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series got underway this past weekend in Oakland, California. H.E.P. Motorsports’
Suzuki RM-Z450 riders, Kyle Cunningham and Ryan Breece made big strides with Cunningham finishing in 19th and Breece in 21st. Adam Enticknap continues to make improvements and is inching closer to the Main Event. Max Anstie is still recovering from his injury he had sustained prior to the season and looks to be back healthier and stronger.

It was a step in the right direction for the veteran Suzuki RM-Z450 rider Kyle Cunningham. Having made improvements to his set up during the week, Kyle found himself back on track in the 450cc premiere class. In his heat race, Kyle had a strong performance qualifying straight into the mains with ninth place overall. In the main event, Kyle raced very well, despite finishing 19th overall.

“I’d say the weekend was a bit better despite the end result,” said Cunningham. “Put it in the main out of the heat was good for me. I felt good during the main event, but I crashed and lost some valuable positions. With that being said, we made some good changes to the bike during the week and a lot of positives came from it. I’m looking forward to San Diego and building off this past weekend’s result.”

The explosive starts we have seen from Ryan Breece throughout the series continued this past Saturday in Oakland, California. The 24-year old continues to show his ability off the gate. With a strong heat start, Ryan found himself finishing in a transfer position, making it straight into the mains for the first time this season. In the main event, we saw Ryan get out to a good start finding himself inside the top 15 several times throughout the race. Unfortunately, Ryan crashed and lost key positions finishing in 21st place.

Rough night for the fan favorite “Seven-Deuce-Deuce” who missed the main event by two transfer positions. Despite the result, Enticknap continues to improve and is
riding very aggressively. It’s only a matter of time until he puts it all together.

“Not making the main this past weekend was major disappointment,” said Enticknap. “I need to get better starts in order to help myself be in a better position to make the mains. I’m right there, close to making it in. I want to get back to work Monday and make it happen in San Diego this Saturday.”

H.E.P. Motorsports moves onto San Diego, California for the sixth round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. The team continues to make improvements five rounds in the seventeen-round series. Expect to see Cunningham build on this past weekend’s results and for the explosive starts of Breece to continue.

“Glad to finally get Kyle back on track,” said Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Both Kyle and Ryan made it straight to the main events. Not having them in the LCQ’s makes the evening a lot less stressful. Main event wise, both riders had crashes and some off-track bobbles that really put a damper on the night. Collectively, Suzuki and the team are putting their heads together to fix some of our set up issues. We made huge strides with Kyle last week and we are looking forward to making those same strides with Ryan going into San Diego. We are only going to get better from here.”

H.E.P. Motorsports Ryan Breece Steps up in Anaheim

Madera, CA (January 20, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports returned to Anaheim for the third round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Ryan Breece had a formidable night jumping out to impressive starts on his Suzuki RM-Z450; finishing 20th overall in the 450cc premiere class. Kyle Cunningham continues to show his ability on his Suzuki RM-Z450 despite missing the main. Adam Enticknap returned to the team coming off his injury suffered prior to the season opener. Max Anstie continues to heal as he looks to rejoin the team stronger and healthier.

The team welcomed back Ryan Breece, who missed the last round in St. Louis finishing up his Championship in the German ADAC series. Breece continued to demonstrate promising potential on his Suzuki RM-Z450 by having a productive night finishing 20th overall in the 450cc premiere class.

“A2 was a step in the right direction for me,” said Ryan Breece. “Getting in the main event was a priority to me. I was able to get good starts on my Suzuki RM-Z450. I am excited for Arizona and look forward to carrying this momentum into the next round.”

Kyle Cunningham came up short in Anaheim missing the main event. The veteran Cunningham was close to transferring to the main. However, a crash cost him to lose key a qualifying spot.

“Bit of a bummer this weekend,” said Kyle Cunningham. “Qualifying wasn’t bad for me but I felt that I struggled on the track most of the day despite that I still put myself in qualifying position during the LCQ. I made a mistake that ended up costing me the main event. With that being said, I learned a lot of things this weekend. I’m looking forward to making a few changes this week to come out
and get it done in Glendale.”

Adam Enticknap returned to the team coming off an injury that occurred before the first round in Anaheim. Enticknap raced well for his first time back but missed the main by one transfer position.

“Super stoked to be back racing,” said Adam Enticknap. “The injury to my arm before A1 was a bummer, but I got my arm feeling better. Getting used to my bike in a race setting was a real confidence booster as I get healthier moving forward. My Suzuki RM-Z450 was great. I had my best starts in two years. I’m looking forward to Arizona.”

H.E.P. Motorsports moves onto Glendale, Arizona for the fourth round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series. Expect to see Breece carry his momentum over, and for Cunningham and Enticknap to get back on track this Saturday.

“Glad to have three guys back on the track,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “Adam rode well considering his injury and the expectation for him is to only get better from here. Tough night for Kyle. Anaheim has gotten the best of him this year and I’m sure glad we are not going back. He is without doubt a main event guy, but mistakes in qualifying positions have hindered the start to his season. Ryan has come back confident after wrapping up his Supercross title in the German ADAC Series. With his great starts, I only expect him to get better the more time he has on the chassis. Once all the pieces come together, the team will be sitting nice.”

H.E.P. Motorsports Ryan Breece Steps up in Anaheim

Kyle Cunningham came up short in Anaheim missing the main event. The veteran Cunningham was close to transferring to the main. However, a crash cost him to lose key a qualifying spot.

Adam Enticknap returned to the team coming off an injury that occurred before the first round in Anaheim. Enticknap raced well for his first time back but missed the main by one transfer position.

H.E.P. Motorsports Kyle Cunningham Leads the Team in St. Louis

Madera, CA (January 13, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports headed to St. Louis, Missouri this past weekend for the second round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. Suzuki RM-Z450 rider Kyle Cunningham put on an impressive performance finishing 16th place overall in the 450cc premiere class. Adam Enticknap and Max Anstie are still recovering from injuries suffered previous to the season opener and look to be back stronger and healthier. Ryan Breece completed his German ADAC Championship this past weekend in Dortmund, Germany and will be back with the team for the third round in Anaheim.

“Tonight went better in St. Louis,” said Cunningham. “I ended up in 16th place overall. We did some testing on the bike this past week and I think we have it going in the right direction. I think the thing that killed me tonight was starts, but we were able to overcome that. I had to race the LCQ, which is something I don’t want to do, but I ended up second in there. Going into the main I was able to push through the pack and walk away with a decent finish. I want to build on this result headed into next weekend.”

H.E.P. Motorsports is headed back to Anaheim this upcoming Saturday for the third round of the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series. The team looks to build on Cunningham’s strong finish in the 450cc premiere class, and also welcomes back Ryan Breece from his championship performance in Germany.

“St. Louis was a step in the right direction,” said Team Manager, Dustin Pipes. “The team has been dealt some serious blows due to injuries and Kyle stepped up to the plate to carry us. After round one’s results, we really went searching for ways to make Kyle comfortable on the bike. With the help of our crew chief Clark Jones, we exhausted every option and got to a point where Kyle was comfortable heading into St. Louis. His lap times were strong and once he fixes his starts, I don’t see any reason why Kyle won’t be challenging for a top-ten position. I look forward to seeing him progress, and I am very excited for Breece and Enticknap to return this weekend.”

Press Release -Round 1 – Anaheim, California

Madera, Ca (January 08, 2020) – H.E.P. Motorsports kicked off the 2020 Monster Energy Supercross series this weekend with Anaheim 1. Ryan Breece, who recently joined the team, had strong starts on his RM-Z450 in both races, while teammate Kyle Cunningham continued to make progress on his Suzuki RM-Z450. Adam Enticknap and Max Anstie both suffered
injuries previous to the season opener and are looking forward to a strong and healthy season moving forward.

It was a rough start to the series for the seasoned veteran, Kyle Cunningham. In his heat race, Cunningham had a strong jump off the gate as he headed into the first turn inside the top 10, but a downed rider kept him from advancing. As the race progressed, Kyle was able to work his way up the pack, eventually getting up to 10th place. Missing the main by one position, Cunningham entered the LCQ where he grabbed another strong start well inside the top five. Keeping up with the pack in third place, Cunningham unfortunately made a few mistakes that cost him to miss the main ev

“Definitely was not the start I wanted to the season,” said Cunningham. “The team and I made changes progressively to the bike up into the LCQ. I made a few mistakes in the final lap that ended up being costly. I’m looking forward to getting back out there in St. Louis.”

The newly signed rider, Ryan Breece, joins the team coming off a strong 2019 campaign, having competitive finishes in the USA and wins in Germany. In his heat race, Breece exploded to the front of the pack and, headed into turn one with a half a bike length in front of him. Unfortunately, his back wheel slid out and he went down. Breece fell back to
last place but never gave up as he fought his way back to the finish line. Breece matched his heat 1 start with another explosive jump off the gate in the LCQ and rode with the pack in fourth place until he got in a position that would not advance him to the main event.

“A lot of positives going into the first round of Supercross in Anaheim.” Said Breece. “I’m adjusting to the new bike quite nicely. I’m really stoked with the position I put myself into leading up to the first turn. Unfortunately, I made a mistake that put myself in a position where I had to fight from the back of the pack. With the heat racing being so quick I wasn’t able to get that ninth transfer spot. I put myself in good position in the LCQ. I made a few mistakes that caused me to lose a few spots and I was unable to get into the main. I will be back at A2 after I wrap up the German Supercross Championship!”

The fan-favorite Adam Enticknap, also known as the “Seven Deuce Deuce” anticipated a great night at A1 until a hand injury from earlier in the week kept him from competing during the night show. Enticknap looks forward to getting health and compete at his best in St. Louis.

“Round 1 wasn’t what we wanted as a team, but we’ve got 16 left,” said Enticknap. “I’m excited to show how hard we have been working. I had a hard practice crash in the week leading up to Anaheim, hurting my wrist but tried to ride through the pain. After attempting practice it was obvious, I wasn’t yet ready to compete. I am getting it looked at Monday morning and have a plan in place to compete to my fullest next week in St. Louis.”

Max Anstie was unable to make his debut back in the season opener due to an injury. Anstie is currently healing up and looks to be back on the track with his RM-Z450 when he’s feeling healthy.

“It was awesome being back in the Supercross pits and seeing a lot of familiar faces,” said Anstie. “Of course, I would have preferred to be racing but I’m looking forward to getting back to 100% so I can get out there for the team!”

H.E.P. Motorsports looks to rebound and improve on their Anaheim 1 performance this weekend in St. Louis, Missouri as the 2020 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series heads into round two.

Team Manager, Dustin Pipes comments on this past weekend by saying, “Although the first race didn’t go as planned, there were positives to take away from it. We worked together as a team, got great starts and battled towards the front of an extremely deep rider field. We learned from our miscues and ended the night with a clearer direction on what we need to do as a team. I am excited to go to battle again with these guys in a few short days.”

PRE SEASON PRESS RELEASE

Madera, CA., – December 3, 2019: H.E.P. Motorsports and Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) are proud to announce their continued partnership for the 2020 racing season. Building on continuity and increased support from SMAI, H.E.P. Motorsports will look to excel to new heights by contending for career high finishes on the race track and continuing to lead the pack in fan engagement off the race track. “The H.E.P Team has done a great job representing the RM Army both on and off the track,” added Chris Wheeler, Suzuki’s SX/MX Manager. “Each year they’ve worked very hard progressing forward and I’m looking forward to seeing them take that next step up during the 2020 season!”

In addition to competing in the 2020 Monster Energy Supercross Championship, the team will also contest in the 2020 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship. “Taking on a new Championship series seemed like quite the challenge at first. But, when I took a step back and looked at the athletes, partners and staff assembled, I knew it was time for the team to take the next step.” explained Team Manager Dustin Pipes. “Going into our third professional season, I feel this move shows the motorcycle community and all racing fans that the team is committed to the sport long-term by exhibiting continued progression.”

Parallel to the planned expansion, H.E.P. Motorsports is also proud to announce the addition of former World MXGP race winner and 2017 Motocross of Nations overall winner Max Anstie. The likeable Englishman will look to make waves in both the Supercross and Motocross series. Already gelling with his 2020 Suzuki RMZ-450, the sky is the limit when the talented Brit hits the track. With limited Supercross experience, Max has already shown an aptitude for the tighter circuits. “Although my focus until recently has been on the MXGP championship, I have always kept an eye on one day competing in the American Championships. Having spent some of my teenage years in the States and placing as high as 4th in my single full Lites West season, I know I am up for the challenge ahead. There are a lot of talented racers here, but I believe in myself and my team.” added Max. “Supercross is going to be a learning experience and I plan to build throughout the season. Motocross on the other hand is quite natural to me. I will be up to speed quickly when the series starts outdoors.”

Flanking Max will be the hardworking veteran Kyle Cunningham. An original member of the inaugural H.E.P. Motorsports team, the Weatherford, Texas native looks forward to stepping back into the premier 450 class. “In a sense I feel like I am coming back to family. Although it wasn’t always easy, the team and I worked together during their first season where we were both constantly searching for ways to be better. After spending some time away and then resigning with the team this winter, it was exciting the first time I jumped back on the bike and noticed the progress they made. I am a racer at heart, and to have a team around me as invested in racing as myself is refreshing. I expect to catch a lot of people off guard and remind people how fast I can go.” exclaimed a confident Cunningham.

Rounding out the trio of athletes is fan favorite Adam Enticknap or better known as the “Seven Deuce Deuce”. Full of moxie and a likeable attitude, Adam will come back for his 2nd consecutive year with the team. Many times sporting the most boisterous autograph lines, the Lompoc, California local is easily the most approachable athlete in the paddock. Rounding out a healthy offseason, Adam will look to set new career highs. “I have been working really hard during the off-season. Helping develop the team’s new suspension and motor packages have meant me spinning a lot of laps. I have definitely found another level this off-season and I can’t wait until I can show the fans at the first round all the gains I’ve made,” explained Enticknap.

Continuing as the teams Crew Chief will be racing industry legend Clark Jones. With countless credentials earned throughout his many years around motorcycles, the former professional racer, team owner, and current owner of Noleen J6 is confident in the team’s ability to exceed expectations in 2020. “With Anaheim just over a month away, testing has been going great! Rider feedback has allowed us to improve not only the suspension package, but the motor as well. The riders are feeling comfortable and confident on their machines and are ready to attack the season ahead.” mentioned Jones.