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As September began, the 250 Class of Lucas Oil Pro Motocross came down to a two-man battle between Monster Energy/Star Yamaha Racing’s Justin Cooper and Honda HRC’s Jett Lawrence.
Issue Synopsis:
Underdogs came out on top once again at the 40th Annual Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch. 3D Racing boss Bill Dill continues to fight for his team even as he battles cancer. A look back at the AMA Grand National Championship, which once crowned a combined supercross and motocross champ. AMA Hall of Famer Jeff Emig returned to Loretta Lynn’s for what could be—or might not be—his last shot. These features and much more in the November issue of Racer X magazine.
Feature Info:
Waiting Is The Hardest Part
At the 40th Annual Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch, underdogs remain the top story. What’s behind this trend?
For the Love of Moto
Running his beloved 3D Racing team even while he battles cancer, the indefatigable Bill Dill is determined to help his riders succeed.
Blue Plate Special
Once upon a time, AMA Supercross and Pro Motocross points were combined to determine the AMA Grand National Championship in the short-lived Wrangler Super Series.
Last Dance?
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Jeff Emig decided to come back out of retirement—again—for one last run at a Loretta Lynn’s title. Or was it?