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# 1 Spud Walters Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Winchester, California Family: Wife - Allyson, Daughter - Lauren Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National Champion, '01 Winning five Rounds of the series and top ten in all other Rounds, '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #2, '00 Winning the first 5 Rounds of the series, ‘00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #4, '00 Pace Off-Road #2, ‘98 AMA Western 4-Stroke #4, ‘99 Pace Off-Road Champion Most memorable: In '98 at Washougal AMA 250 National pulling the holeshot in the main with two other 4-Stroke riders, Teammate Doug Dubach and my great friend Scott Myers. In ‘97 winning the AMA Western 4-Stroke National at Washougal on my White Brothers Honda XR440, ‘99 winning two Rounds of the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals at Washougal, Washington & Lakewood, Colorado. Sponsors: White Brothers, American Honda, Cti2, VP Racing Fuels, Pro Honda Oils & Chemicals, Streight Edje, White Power Filters, Excell, Hinson Racing, Scott, Talon, DSP Carbon Fiber, Wiseco Pistons, Works Connection, DID, Braking, Motion Pro, UFO Plastics, HJC Helmets, Smith, AXO, Skin Industries, Dunlop Tires, 909, Ceet, SDG, Athena Gaskets, Mechanix Wear, Quick Silver, DNG, www.4strokenationals.com
# 2 Nathan Woods Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Atascadero, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #5, '01 Won three Rounds of the series and finished top five in all others with the exception of ninth in Albany, Oregon after a second moto first turn altercation (2-29), '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #3, '00 Finished top five in 6 of 12 Rounds, and top 10 in 4 other Rounds, ’99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #5, ’98 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #45 Most memorable races: Winning moto #2 at Round #7 of the ’98 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals in Albany, OR as it was Yamaha's first moto win since 1996. 3rd place at Round #4 of The ’98 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals in Salt Lake City, UT, 4th place in ’94 at Mammoth in 125 Intermediate. Career Goals: To win a Championship in the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals, to finish top 10 in the AMA 125/250 Outdoor Nationals. Wwould like to see a 4-Stroke National: Washougal and Turloc Sponsors: Yamaha Powerhouse, Yamaha USA, Toaste Motorsports, Troy Lee Designs, Maxima, Maxxis Tires, White Brothers, Independant Race Shop Suspension, Dr. D, Smith Goggles, Applied, BBR, Maxxis Tires, DT-1 Air Filters, RK Chains, Vortex Sprockets, SDGC, DeMarini, www.4strokenationals.com
# 3 Ryan Terlecki Bike: FC550 Husaberg Hometown: Silverton, Oregon Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #45 (T), Finished with 6 podium finishes, Top ten in ten 10 of eleven Rounds, '00 9th place AMA 125cc Western Region Supercross in San Diego, Calif. '00 AMA EA Sports 250cc Supercross Series best result was 14th at Joliet, Ill. '00 AMA Chevy Trucks 250cc U.S. Motocross Championship best results were 16th place both Sacramento, CA. and Delmont, PA, '99 top ten Privateer 250 SX and Outdoor 250 Nationals Hobbies: Jet skiing, BMX riding and jet skiing Sponsors: Husaberg U.S.A, Big Gun Exhaust, Spectro Oils, Sinisalo, Gaerne, Dicks Racing, Dunlop, Smith, Throttle Jockey, Alien Workshop, Fastway, Leininger Plating, www.4strokenationals.com
# 3 (B) Andy Boller Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Langgoens, Germany Accomplishments: '01 German Championship Open 3rd, '00 European Championship Open 10th, '99 & '00 German and European SX- Champion 125cc Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, Sarholz-Honda, Michelin, Fox-Germany, Shell, Gold-fren, Doma-Racing, Fly-Racing, DC-chains, Renthal, Silent-Sport, Oakley-Germany, CTi2, Nutec Race Fuels, www.4strokenationals.com
# 4 Jimmy LaMastus Bike: KTM 520 Nickname: JimBob Hometown: Post Falls, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 Winner of The Most Holeshots $1,000 Maxima Award (12 in a season), '01 Won both motos at Round #2 in Peoria, AZ by 25 seconds, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #8, Winning Round #1 of the '00 Costa Rica Supercross. '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #9, '98 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #9, ’97 AMA 250 Outdoor and Western 4-Stroke National #75 How did you get interested in racing? My Grandfather raced and then my Dad raced and then I got into it. I’ve been racing for 15 years. Most memorable races: Winning the '98 AMA Western 4- Stroke National in Denver-Lakewood, finishing 3rd at the Yakima WA Round in '98, Getting on the podium at the Yakima 4-Stroke Nationals and getting an AMA 250 National number in '97. Goals: To win a Supercross and Outdoor National Championship. Where would you like to see an AMA Western 4- Stroke National? Washougal, Albany, Ward Creek, Trulson and Clarkia. Favorite Food: Taco Time and Lemonade. Hobbies: Mountain Biking, and thanks to my mom and dad for their help. Sponsors: Beaudry Motorsports, Motionsports, KTM USA, Maxxis, Thor, White Brothers, Tag Metals, Renthal, Maxima, Works Connection, Smith, One Industries, Tsubaki, Mad Racing, Alpinestar, Osris, Brightworks, Bartman Signs, www.4strokenationals.com
# 5 Kip Sandell Hometown: Brighton, Colorado Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #26, '01 Finished 3rd at Lakewood, CO, '01 finished 5th overall in six Rounds, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #961, Finished 5th overall at Round #10 in Lakewood, CO. and Round #12 in Milliken, CO. was 7th overall Sponsors: Vickery Motorsports, Pro Vans-Custom Van & Trailers, PRC Racing, White Brothers, Spy Eyes, One Industries, Cortez Trucking, Enzo Suspension, Renthal, Regina Chain, Plum Creek Mortgage, Scott USA Goggles, www.4strokenationals.com
# 6 Todd Downs Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Corpus Christi, Texas Wife: Angela Sons: Jaegger, Zack& Seth (twins) Mechanics: Seth & Carrie Downs Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #54, '01 Finished 3rd at Albany, OR, '00 AMA Outdoor 250 NAtional #97, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #10, '00 AMA Eastern 4-Stroke National #3, '99 AMA Eastern 4-Stroke National #3, '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #7 How did you get started on 4-Strokes? In '98 I started racing 4-Strokes and realized the people involved in this series were the kind of people who care about people, and that is why the 4-Strokes are Home to me. Known as one of the riders that has his bike torn down into bags, ships it on an airplane, rents a truck, drives to the track and puts it together with his dad Sponsors: Brownsville Texas Sports Center, Answer Gear, Tucker Rocky, J-M Racing, Fastway Performance Products, SPY Eyes, Maxima, VP Fuels, White Brothers, X0skeleton Braces, Dad, Jak-Bakz Plates 4 Your Body, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 7 Tim Beatty Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: San Marcos, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #16, Podiumed twice with a 3rd at Peoria, AZ and 2nd at Albany, OR, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #378, '00 Round #5: 4th in moto one, Round #6, 7th in moto two, finished Round #7 & #8 in 4th overall, Round #10 finished 8th at Lakewood, CO., '97 Las Vegas World Mini 1st in 125 Int. and 2nd 125 Int. Mod. Career Goals: To win the 4 Stroke Overall. Then top 15 in the 250 Outdoor Nationals How did you get involved with racing this series: By getting the opportunity to ride a 4-Stroke, loved it and haven't left. Where would you like to see an event: Carlsbad, Barona, Washougal and Mammoth Hobbies: Mountain biking and Tennis Favorite Food and Drink: Mexican and Water Sponsors: ALF Racing, 4StrokeNationals.com, Motul, Acerbis, Toyota of Escondido, Applied, Maxxis, TAG, One Industries, So.Cal. Metal Recycling, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, Pro-Circuit, Smith, HJC, Ceet, D. Campos, Appolo, American Clothing, Thor, 909, Wiseco, Mad Racing, MotoPro
# 8 Brian Sweany Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Palmdale, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #32, '01 Top ten in 8 of eleven Rounds, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #822. Best finish, '00 Round #2 in Mesquite, NV finished third overall. Round #3 in Cottonwood, AZ finished 5th overall. Sponsors: Shock Therapy, MSR, Goat Eye Wear, One Industries, Wiseco, Bridgestone, www.4strokenationals.com
# 9 D. J. Sweany Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Ridgecrest, California Accomplishments: Consistently finished top ten in eight of eleven Rounds in the '01 series. '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #696 Sponsors: Oneal Azonix, SPY Eyes Optics, RMC, www.4strokenationals.com
# 10 Matt Karlsen Nickname: Footpeg Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Denver, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #25, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #940, '00 9th overall in my first AMA Western 4-Stroke National Round #10 in Lakewood, CO 5th Round #12 in Milliken, CO., '99 RMXA Colorado AMA 125 Pro Champion and earned "Rider of The Year" Favorite riders: Gary Semics & Stan Trulock Hobbies & Fav foods: RC Cars, Jet Skiis Spaghetti and Lemonade Sponsors: Colorado Powersports, BBC Racing, Cortez Auto Transport, Datachron, AXO, FMF, SPY Eyes, Scimitar Security, Bridgestone, www.4strokenationals.com
# 11 Craig Davis Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Orange, California Favorite Food: Pizza Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #4, '00 Finished 10 of 12 Rounds inside the top ten overall.Pulled two moto holeshots in the series, Helmet-Cam Man, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #711. Goals: To win the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals Championship. Sponsors: Barnett Clutches, Kenda Tires, Answer, Long Beach Motorsports, Asterisk Knee Braces, N-Style, HJC Helmets, Too Tech Suspension, Dr. D Pipes, Tool Shed, Balanced Health Training, Torco Oils, Spy Eyes, White Brothers, No-Toil Air Filters, ARC Levers, Chrome Star Street Wear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 12 Josh Demuth Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: N. Richland Hills, Texas Accomplishments: '01 First ever YZ250F pilot to win a Round of The AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals with a perfect 1-1 tally in Floresville, Texas.'01 National Arenacross #4 Sponsors: Shogun Motorsports, Motion Motorsports, THOR Race Gear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 13 Derek Mahoney Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Post Falls, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #299, Top five contender in Rounds 6,7,8,9 and 10. Sponsors: All Sport Honda, White Brothers, Done Now Graphics, Smith Goggles, ALF Racing, Self, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 14 Josh Kellogg Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: San Diego, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #29, '01 finished 4th at Round #2 in Peoria, AZ, 6th at Round #3 in Cottonwood, AZ, 5th at Round #9 in Lakewood, CO, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 18. '00 6th overall at the finale in Milliken, CO, '99 third in Lakewood, CO Sponsors: Twin Peaks Powersports, White Brothers, Yamaha GYT-R, THOR, Alpinestars, Scott USA, IPONE Oils, Cortez AutoTransport, Renthal, AM2 Graphics, SBS Brake Pads, Dunlop and Braking www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 15 Ty Carson Bike: KTM 400 Hometown: Elko, Nevada Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #288, '01 Was top 10 from Round 1-5, 01 finished 6th at Round #5 in Gorman, CA, '99 & '00 CMC Wild West Champion in 125 Pro & 250 Pro Goals: To be top ten in the '02 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals Sponsors: Factory R & D, Don Joy Knee Braces, Scott Goggles, Jeff's Cycle Shack, THOR, Painterteeze, www.4strokenationals.com
# 16 Mat Bateman Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Torrance, California Mechanic: self Accomplishments: The last nine rounds of the '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals finished inside the top 20. Best events were 11th at Round #6 in Albany, Oregon and at Round #11 in Lake Whitney, Texas both in 9th overall. Best moto was 8th at Round #7 in Spokane, Washington. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #550 Sponsors: Delamo Motorsports, FMF, Motul, Applied, Streight Edje, Alpine Stars, Goat Eye Wear, Maxxis Tires, Hinson, Thor, AC Racing, Guts Racing, Wiseco, Streight Edje,Skorbordz, CTi Braking, Hinson, IMS, White Brothers, and WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 17 Ryan Mortensen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lacey, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #72, '01 Finished inside the top fifteen in 7 events, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #36 Most Memorable Race: My first Pro race in '98, Round#1 Western 4-Stroke Nationals- I finished 16th overall out of 34 riders Hobbies: Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Basketball, Dirt Biking FAV Foods: Chinese, Green Tea Sponsors: White Brothers, Thor, Scott, Silkolene, Tsubaki Chains, FMF, and Hinson www.4strokenationals.com
# 18 Jacob Martin Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Edmond, Oklahoma Accomplishments: ’01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #130, Finished 3rd overall at my first 4-Stroke National at The Cycle Ranch in Floresville, TX Sponsors: Baker Boys Racing, Petes RV, Reynard Modifications, THOR Race Gear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 19 Derek Currie Bike: Yaamaha YZ426F Hometown: El Dorado Hills, California Mechanic: Evan Currie Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #48, '01 Mr. Consistent, Hardest working self sacrificing ambassador to the series, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #17, CMA ’99 25+ Pro Champion. and CMA ’99 250 Pro 2nd Goals: Finish top 5 for the '02 season, qualify for a 250 Outdoor AMA National. Where would you like 4-Stroke National? Sacramento, (Hangtown) Sponsors: Senco, www.zimroof.com, O'Neal, Maxima, Big Gun Exhaust, Works Connection, RK, Excel, Racers Pit Shop, No-Toil, Cook Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 20 Christopher Loredo Nickname: Tornado Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Tracy, California Hobbies: Training for motocross, fishing, hunting, play riding Accomplishments: ’01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #87, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #371.’99 Washougal 250 Intermediate Class Champion. Favorite food: Subway, Mexican Mechanic: Alan Loredo Sponsors: O'Neal, Independent Race Shop, Yamaha of Modesto, Posey Racing, No Toil, Smith Goggles, Dr. D, Stanislaus Orthopaedic & Sport Medicine, www.4strokenationals.com
# 21 Rory Sullivan Bike: KTM 520 SX Hometown: Estacada, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #82, '00 AMA Western National #372, '00 CMC Golden State Nationals 250 Intermediate Champion. Sponsors: Husaberg USA, O'Neal, PBI Sprockets, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, KTM USA, Mountain Glass, www.4strokenationals.com
# 22 Taylor Watts Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Midland, TX Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #300, Finished 4th overall at my first AMA Western 4-Stroke National at The Cycle Ranch in Floresville, TX Sponsors: J-M Racing, THOR Race Gear, No Fear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 23 Chaun McAlister Bike: KTM520 Hometown: Courde' alene, ID Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #300, Finished 4th overall at my first and second AMA Western 4-Stroke National at Extereme Motorsports in Spokane, WA and The Fossil Bowl in Clarkia, ID Sponsors: Beaudry Motorsports, Motionsports, KTM USA, Dunlop, AXO, Oakley, Tag Metals, Sunstar, Belray, RG3, Skor-bordz, One Industries, DTL, Braking, NGK, Cti, Tsubaki, Wiseco, Pro Circuit, Osris, Brightworks, Bartman Signs, www.4strokenationals.com
# 24 Greg Schnell Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #30s, Finished 4th overall Cottonwood, AZ and Gorman, CA. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #2, '00 AMA 125 Outdoor National #63, '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke #85 Sponsors: Motoworld Racing.com, Motoworld of El Cajon, Big Gun Exhaust, Alpinestars, Maxima, Pros Choice, Sunstar, Pro Grip, Acerbis, www.4strokenationals.com
# 25 Phil Lawerence Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Temecula, CA Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 13L, Finished 4th overall at first AMA Western 4-Stroke National in Cedar City, UT Sponsors: Mission Yamaha, Von Zippa, Button Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 26 Carter Gurnee Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: El Cajon, California Mechanic: Would like to thank Brian Bayer for all his time, and Mike Young Jr. for having faith in me. Accomplisments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #201, '00 Qualified for all six rounds of the AMA 250 Nationals that attended. Sponsors: Mach 1 Motorsports, Race Tech, Big Gun Exhaust, White Brothers, Oneal, Maxxis Tires, Nu-Tec Fuel, Works Connection, Tag Metals, No-Toil, IMS, Pro-Vue, Renthal, Scott, Guts Seats, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 27 Brad Hagseth Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Hometown: Onalaska, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #35, '01 won Round #5 in Albany, Oregon, '01 Canadian 125 National Champion, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #76, '00 Finished 4th overall at Round #6 in Albany, Oregon Sponsors: Brown Brothers Racing, Herbs Cycle Town Yamaha Cottage Grove Oregon, AXO, DeMarini, www.4strokenationals.com
# 28 Rick Hansen Hometown: Kent, Washington Bike: Honda CRF450R Mechanic: Clay Wicken Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #49, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #32, Goals: Top 15 Overall in the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals and top 15 in the White Bros. 4-Stroke and Vet World Championship. To race a few Grand National Cross Country type events on the West Coast. Hobbies: Personal Watercraft, training. Place like to see 4-Stroke National: Washougal & Ward Creek, WA Sponsors: BBR, University Honda, Scott USA, O’Neal, Race Tech, Torco Oils, Maxxis Tires, White Brothers, Wiseco, Cti2, Hinson Clutch, Cometic Gaskets, Watcon.com, Bond, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 29 Tim Sharp Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Beaumont, California Mechanic: Dave Schmidt Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #37x, finished 6th overall in Phoenix, '00 AMA 250 Outdoor National #714 Favorite food: Chicken and Pasta Hobbies: Golf, Shifter Karts. Most memorable races: ’99 Yamaha Dealer Series Champion, qualified for the ’97 & ’98 AMA 250 National at Washougal. Sponsors: Schmidt Performance, John Burr Cycles, Factory R&D, White Brothers, O’Neal, Scott, IMS, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 30 Nick Bainbridge Bike: Yamaha YZ426F and YZF250 Hometown: Fort Bragg, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #127 Sponsors: Bainbridge Designs, Tom Morgan Racing, Thousand Oaks Yamaha, Danny Magoo Chandler Racing, Don's Kustoms Helmet Painting, Alpha Concrete Pumping, www.4strokenationals.com
# 31 Joe Bailey III Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Euless, Texas Mechanic: Dad Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #172 Goals: I would like to run top 5 at all events and ride consistent for a good overall standing. Favorite Rider of All Time: Doug Henry, he has accomplished a lot throughout his career and he is still out there riding. Favorite Rider today: Mike LaRocco, he is very consistent and finishes top 10 in all races. Sponsors: J B Bailey Construction, Inc., Superfast Fuels, Thor, PJ1, Central Yamaha, LCS, Smith, EVS, One Industries, TAG, White Brothers, Wiseco, www.4strokenationals.com
# 32 Nathon Goetz Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Okanogan, Washington. Mechanic: Michael Goetz (dad) Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #139, Turning Pro at age 16, Always finishing in the top 10 at Loretta Lynn’s, finished 3rd in 125 Pro at my first Pro race at Washougal in '98. Goals: To finish in the top 5 in the '02 4-Stroke Nationals and earn a National number in the 250 Outdoor Nationals Favorite food: Taco Time and ice tea Hobbies: Mountain biking, hunting, fishing, working on my dads farm Sponsors: O’neal, Condotta's Yamaha-Wenatchee, J&R Racing, Stars Cars, Tuning By Travis, Wiseco, Cometic, Renthal, Scott, Privateer Racing Corp., Twin Air, Boyesen, E.W. Racing Team, EVS, Heatstroke Printing, J&R Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 33 Matt Spencer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Odesa, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #800 Sponsors: Privateer, paying my own way, www.4strokenationals.com
# 34 Andy Anaya Nickname: Anayalator Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Norco, California How did you get involved in racing 4-Strokes? "My Dad, and also the great promoter Don Schneider" Accomplishments: '98 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals 8th Place, '99 AMA 4-Stroke Eastern Nationals 6th Place, AMA 250 Fall Classic 6th Place, '99 AMA 250 Glen Helen Outdoor National Main 32nd Overall, ' 00 AMA 125/250 Hangtown Outdoor National Main 25th Overall, AMA Outdoor National #281 Goals: To advance my Pro Career in the year 2002 by finding sponsors that believe in my abilities. Riding is the biggest part of my life, and I will work my hardest to be what I have always dreamed of being the best and well known throughout the sport. To get back in the Top eight for 4-Stroke Nationals, and Top twenty in 125 Outdoor Series Sponsors: Chaparral, Thor, The Edge Sports.com, Factory Effex, White Brothers, www.4strokenationals.com
# 35 Mark Tilley Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Rowland Heights, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #70, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #452 Sponsors: Big Gun Exhaust, Dirt Bike Magazine, LBZ, Goat Eye Wear, Wind Clothing, Thumper, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 36 Anthony Gastol Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: San Antonio, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #77, '00 Western 4-Stroke #52x Sponsors: JESUS Racing, Ant Products, New Branufels Cycle Country,Thor, Scott, DID,Bell helmets, Castrol, EVS, APM Landscape, Tri-City Bobcat, San Antonio Chiropratic Clinc, Mom and Dad, www.4strokenationals.com
# 37 Chris Marek Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Richmond, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #575 Sponsors: J M Racing, Mom & Dad, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 38 Warren Tittlemier Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Camarillo, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 161 Sponsors: Semi Valley Cycles, The Racers Edge, FMF, Maxima, Answer Gear, Independant Suspension, Bridestone, Blur Goggles, N-Style, Varner Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 39 Jason Matthews Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Glendale, Arizona Mechanic: Del Brown Accomplishments: '01 finished inside the top 20 in Rounds 1,2 and 3, '00 finished six rounds inside the top twenty. Best moto finishes was ninth in the second moto at Round #3 in Cottonwood, AZ and ninth in the second moto during Round #7 in Spokane, WA. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #72 Sponsors: Speedworld Motocross Park-Phoenix, Arizona, Premier Motorsports, White Brothers, Piper Performance, PJ1, www.4strokenationals.com
# 40 Andy Atkins Hometown: Wheatridge, Colorado Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #44, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #44, Finished 7th overall in his first '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National at Round #10 in Lakewood, Colorado Mechanic: self Sponsors: Vickery Motorsports, Cortez Trucking, Fox Apparel, www.4strokenationals.com
# 41 Terry Hamness Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Portland, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #67,'00 AMA 250 Outdoor National and Western 4-Stroke National #93 Sponsors: Terry's Cycle Center of Portland, Oregon, One Industries, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 42 Sherri Stephens Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Hometown: Oakpoint, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #121 (S),'01 first woman to qualify for an AMA Western 4-Stroke National at The Cycle Ranch in Floresville, Texas, finished 17th overall Sponsors: Austin Sports Cycles, THOR Race Gear, Shoei, Maxima (thanks to Danny), Sprocket Specialists, Scott, Boyseen, Pirelli, FMF, SMS Racing, UNI-Filters, Motion Pro, www.4strokenationals.com
# 42 (C) Paul Carpenter Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Ithica, New York Accomplishments: '01 AMA Outdoor 250 National #42 Most memorable: . Sponsors: White Brothers, American Honda, Cti2, VP Racing Fuels, Pro Honda Oils & Chemicals, Streight Edje, White Power Filters, Excell, Hinson Racing, Scott, Talon, DSP Carbon Fiber, Wiseco Pistons, Works Connection, DID, Braking, Motion Pro, UFO Plastics, HJC Helmets, Smith, AXO, Skin Industries, Dunlop Tires, 909, Ceet, SDG, Athena Gaskets, Mechanix Wear, Quick Silver, DNG, www.4strokenationals.com
# 43 Brennan Baptista Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lafayette, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #102, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #805 Sponsors: DNA Racing, Wide Open MX, Apocolypse Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 44 Matt Shue Bike: Husaberg FC550 Hometown: Woodstock, Georgia Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 81s, finished 8th in Albany, Oregon at Albany Motosports Park Sponsors: Husaberg USA, www.4strokenationals.com
# 45 Dennis Stapleton Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Capitola, California Accomplishments: Finshed 12th overall in his first AMA Western 4-Stroke National, '01 AMA 250 National # 247 Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, Fly, Spy Optics, Motul, VP Racing Fuels, Twin Air, Tufk, Wiseco Pistons, Revenge Energy Drink, MX Culture, Works Connection, DID Chain, Renthal, American Honda, Tag Metals, One Industries, Pro Circuit, www.4strokenationals.com
# 46 Dale Ainsle Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Longview, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 12a Sponsors: Herbs Cycle Town, www.4strokenationals.com
# 47 Ty Lacey Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Wolf Creek, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #46, '01 Qualified for all AMA West 125 SX Rounds,'01 Canadian 125 Pro National #5, '00 AMA 4-Stroke #211x, '00 finished 4th at Albany, Oregon, '00 CMC Intermediate Pac-West 125 Champion Sponsors: Herb's Cycle Town Yamaha, www.4strokenationals.com
# 48 Don Bainbridge Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Hometown: Fort Bragg, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #128 Mechanic: Mike Lotten Where would you like to see a National: Phillipsville, CA or Turloc, CA Sponsors: VMC, Big Gun Exhaust, Hedgehog Ind., O'Neal, No-Toil, Race-Tech, PJ1, Factory Pipe, Works Connection, Lotten Brake & Wheel, Redwood Health Club, Subway, B&C Grocery, Thompson Timber, Kemgas, Cutting Edge Electronics, Perko's Cafe, Joe Bainbridge Drafting, Jack's Muffler, Fort Bragg Cyclery, Net Doctor, West Coast Wings, Bainbridge Designs, www.flobeds.com, Paramount Sign Contractors, M.W.M, www.4strokenationals.com
# 49 James Reimer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lakewood, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #59, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #161 Where would you like to see a National: Berthoud, Colorado Favorite food and drink: Steak- Melon Gatoraid Sponsors: Vickery Motorsports, White Brothers, EVS, N-Style, Spy, Arai, Cortez Trucking, Saas. WWW.4strokenationals.com
# 50 Steve Drew Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Fullerton, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #50, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #211s, '98 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #7. '00 at Round #2 in Mesquite, NV finished 3rd in moto one. Was winning moto two and with two laps remaining stalled the bike and finished 18th. Sponsors: White Brothers, Wristlock Racing, IMS, www.4strokenationals.com
# 51 Marty Mann Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Kalispell, Montana Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #56, '00 AMA Western National #143, '00 HCMA finished 2nd in the 250 and was Open Expert Champion Sponsors: Cron Automotive, O'Neal/Azonic, Scott USA, Cycle Logic, TWS USA, Gem Racing, SoCal Racing and Decal Works, Penco Power Products, Fastoys, Gardner RV and Trailer, www.4strokenationals.com
# 52 Gordon Ward Bike: Husqvarna TC610 Hometown: Riverside, California Mechanic: Mike Hanley Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #3, Winner of the 2000 AMA Western 4-Stroke "Riders Points Fund", '00 Finished all 12 rounds inside the top ten,'00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #60 Sponsors: TWS, Factory R&D, Schienko Tires, Leader Goggles, Cemoto, Wind, Pro Valve, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 53 Cameron Weaver Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Bozeman, Montana Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #65, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #566x Sponsors: Bell-Ray Oil, Bell Helmets, Scott USA, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.com
# 54 Robbie Reynard Bike: Cannondale MX440 Hometown: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #17R, '00 AMA 250 Outdoor National #17 Sponsors: Cannondale, Reynard Modifications, Blizzard Graphics, Pro Action Suspension, THOR Race Gear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 55 Chris Sprenkel Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Temecula, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #117 Sponsors: MAD Racing, ALF Racing, Bills Pipes, AXO, Faast Co, Cycle News Test Rider, www.4strokenationals.com
# 55 (D) Doug Dubach Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Home: Tustin, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #33, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #59 ‘98, ‘99, '00, '01 White Brothers World 4-Stroke Champion, 8-Time Vet Champion, '00 Finished second overall at Round #10 in Lakewood, Colorado. Sponsors: Dr. D's Pipes, White Brothers, Yamaha Motor Corp., Shoei, Arnette, Oneal, Alpinestars, Cti2, LBZ, VP Fuels, White Power Filters, Excell, Hinson Racing, BBR, Scott, Talon, Dunlop Tires, DSP Carbon Fiber, Wiseco Pistons, Works Connection, FMF 909 Handlebars, Regina Chain, Emig Racing, Throttle Jockey, IMS, Yamaha Lube Chemicals, Braking, Motion Pro, UFO Plastics, www.4strokenationals.com
# 56 Dustin Lyon Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Spokane, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 762 Sponsors: Westside Honda, Extreme Motorsports, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 57 Mike Hamness Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Portland, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #92, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 938 Sponsors: Terry's Cycle Center, O'Neal, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 58 Sam Mortensen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Cedar City, Utah Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 117 Sponsors: Cedar Ridge Sports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 59 Erik Anderson Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 646 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 60 Jason Wood Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Ojai, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #109, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #205 Sponsors: Motion Cycle, Oneal, Factory R&D, www.4strokenationals.com
# 61 Eric Christiansen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lewiston, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 548 Sponsors: Johns Saw Service, Answer, Party Works, www.4strokenationals.com
# 62 Josh Emry Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Brighton, Iowa Mechanic: Chuck Emry Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 558 How did you hear about the 4-Stroke Nats: Was watching TNN Sports, then we went out and bought a YZ250F Sponsors: Pro Motorsports, John Burr Cycles, Liberty Transport, Mom & Dad, www.4strokenationals.com
# 63 Beau Baron Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Atascadero, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #549, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #6. '00 Consistly finished inside the top 15 in all 24 moto's.‘99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #14. ‘98 AMA Western 4-Stroke Amateur Champion, Hobbies: Remote Control Cars, Jet Skis, Girlfriend, riding and working. Sponsors: SLO Motorsports, White Brothers, LA Sleeve, Tucker Rocky, Silkolene, Troy Lee Designs, FMF, MR2, Graphics, Champion Oils, Dunlop, B&H Communications, West Coast Powersports, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 63(N) Dustin Nelson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: El Cajon, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Outdoor 250 National #63, '00 AMA Outdoor 250 National 68, '00 Making five main events in the AMA 250 SX series, '00 AMA 4-Stroke Nationals finished second overall at Rounds #3 and 4 Cottonwood, AZ and Gorman, CA, ’99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National Champion, ‘98 AMA Western National 4-Stroke #3, ’98 & ’99 Albany Oregon First Overall, '98 was the first Yamaha rider to ever win an Overall, ’99 finished first overall at Lake Whitney, Texas Favorite Food: Mexican Favorite Music: Alternative, Rock. Sponsored by: MotoworldRacing.com,Yamaha, AXO, DR.D, Dunlop, Tag Metals, Smith, One Industries, Maxima, ENZO Racing, RK, Acerbis, Sunstar, CTi 2, SBS, Straightedje, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 64 John Schmidt Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Kendrick, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 318 Sponsors: Palouse County Sports, Devol, Mike LaMastus, www.4strokenationals.com
# 65 George Schneider Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: San Miguel, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 151 Sponsors: THOR Race Gear, Champion, Yamaha Powerhouse, www.4strokenationals.com
# 66 Mike Roth Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #51, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #44x Sponsors: Pro Source Yamaha, PBS Brakes, Stellar, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 67 Nick Beaver Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Marena, Arizona Mechanic: John Beaver Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #546 Career Goals: To earn a Top 50 AMA 250 National Number Most memorable race: Ponca City Nationals, '99 and '00 4-Stroke Champion, won that class two years running Favorite Hobbies: Motocross and BMX Sponsors: Tucson Cycle & Ski, Acerbis, Bent, Maxxis Tires, Jak-Bakz, Smith, Don Mackey GMC, Attaway Stands, Majestic Tattoes, Motul, KT Customs, www.4strokenationals.com
# 68 Bryan Penney Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Littleton, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #634 Sponsors: Faye Meyers, www.4strokenationals.com
# 69 Bryan Nelson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Palmdale, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 711, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 151 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 70 Adam Fichtelman (see #177)
# 71 Eric Cleveland Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Milton, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #89, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 264 Sponsors: South Seattle Sports Plaza, MSR, www.4strokenationals.com
# 72 Alan Angelopulos Bike: KTM 520 Hometown:Broomfield, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #844 Sponsors: Vickery Motorsports, FMF, Answer, www.4strokenationals.com
# 73 Doug Duncan Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Erie, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 911 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 74 Lyle Schrock Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Northglenn, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #96, Winning National Amateur events such as the GNC Finals, Lake Whitney, Ponca City, and Loretta Lynn’s. '00 AMA District 25/RMXA Open 4-Stroke #3, '00 AMA District 25/RMXA +40 Expert #4, '00 SRAC +40 Expert #10 Goals: Stay in the top twenty Sponsors: Colorado Powersports in Boulder, Fox, Smith Sport Optics, Pro-Action Suspension, No Fear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 75 Trevor Brooks Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Scappoose, Oregon Mechanic: Terry Brooks and Andy Ashley Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #51x, 19-16 at Round 6 of '01 4-Stroke Nationals at Albany. Finished 15th overall at Loretta Lynn's Amateur National in '00 Goals: Finish around top ten in all the 4 stroke nationals that I compete. Continue to improve all aspects of my riding Hero's: Bob Ritchie How was your experience at your first event: It was really fun, definitely one of the most enjoyable races I've gone to Where you would like to see a 4-Stroke National: Glen Helen, Washougal Sponsors: : Longview Motorsports, Renthal, Troy Lee Designs, Smith, Michelin, Bell Helmets, Uni Filters, www.4strokenationals.com
# 76 Travis Glidewell Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Spokane, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #373, Best overall finish was 20-17 at Spokane, Washington Sponsors: Generous Family, www.4strokenationals.com
# 77 Courtney Geerdts Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Bethel, Alaska Wife: Lorraine Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 544, Finished 11th overall at Round #9, Spokane, Washington after tearing the bike apart, placing it into five bags, fling to Seattle, renting a truck, driving top Spokane and putting it together to race! Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 78 Patrick Schoneck Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Greeley, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #105 Sponsors: 1st Class Truck/Auto, Faye Meyers, Big Gun Exhaust, www.4strokenationals.com
# 79 Skyyler Grant Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Othello, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 481 Sponsors: Moses Lake Powersports, PDR, THOR Race Gear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 80 Steven Valkenaar Bike: Cannondale MX400 Hometown: Veradale, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #171 Sponsors: Beaudry Motorsports, Hitchcock, www.4strokenationals.com
# 81 Joe Jarvie Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Littleton, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #203 Sponsors: Faye Meyers Motorcycles, www.4strokenationals.com
# 82 Jeff Walton Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Ronan, Montana Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 647 Sponsors: Ronan Power Products, Walton Construction, Rocky Mountain Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 83 Pat Henry Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Spanaway, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #111, ’00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #57 Sponsors: South Seattle Sports Center, MSR, www.4strokenationals.com
# 84 Lowell Thomson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Post Falls, Idaho Accomplishenments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #34, '94-95 Mickey Thompson Off-Road MX Champion. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #24x Sponsors: Done Now Graphics, Thunder 1, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 85 Josh Mason Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lancaster, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #107, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #538 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 86 Rob Drew Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Chandler, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 149 Sponsors: Speedworld MX Park, Chuck Franklin, Oneal, www.4strokenationals.com
# 87 Brian Sharp Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Platterville, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #90, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #54x Sponsors: Mining Cycle, Ultimate Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 87 (D) Craig Decker Hometown: Palm Desert, California Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Mechanic: Will Decker (dad) Accomplishments: Five (5) overall wins at Rounds 6,7,8,9 and 11 of the 2000 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals with nine moto victories. Sponsors: Mach 1 Motorsports, Enzo Suspension, Dubach Racing Development (Dr.D), Factory R&D, Dunlop, Thor, Arnette, Gaerne, Hinson, Acerbis, www.4strokenationals.com
# 88 Gary Terlecki Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Silverton, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 42 (t) Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 89 Tommy Harrison Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Glendale, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # Sponsors: Maxxis Tires, Azonic, Pro Circuit, www.4strokenationals.com
# 90 Kent Durkee Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona Mechanic: Sean Marchal Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #133, '00 AMX 250 Intermediate Beat The Heat Summer Series Champ, '99 250 CMC Intermediate MX Night Nationals Champ, '00 COP Holiday Blowout 250 Intermediate Champ Sponsors: YSA-Yamaha Suzuki of Arizona, White Brothers, No Fear Gear and thanks to my mom and dad for supporting my racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 91 Andy Williams Bike: Husaberg FC550 Hometown: Jerome, Idaho Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 431 Sponsors: Premier Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 92 Leon Capps Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Bremerton, Washington Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #99, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #39 Hobbies: Riding, golf, family, water sports Sponsors: BBR, Cliff’s Cycle Center, Maxxis Tires, NGK, Scott USA, White Brothers, Tim Ryan Construction, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 93 Jon Ellingson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Livingston, Montana Nickname: Big J Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #97, '01 250-Open-Vet Pro HCMA State Champion, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #571, '96 500 Pro HCMA Champion Mechanic: Self How did you get interested in racing? Eric Hart, Matt Shea, and their families when I was younger. Goals: To have some good finishes in 4-Stroke Nationals and qualifying for some 250 Nationals, Sponsors: Performance Fix Racing, North Star Dodge-Yamaha, Quality Manufacturing, No Fear, EVS, Images In Motion, BMS Graffix, Bridgestone, Smith, Dick Walter Auto Center, Hammer Gel, E-Caps, www.4strokenationals.com
# 94 Jim Lewallen Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Glendale, Arizona Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 534 Sponsors: Trinity Masonary, Industrial, AEO, www.4strokenationals.com
# 95 Patrick Wade Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Camarillo, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #420 Goals: Have fun @ 4-Stroke Nats. Hobbies: Mountain Biking, Softball Sponsors: Semi Valley Cycles, FMF, Maxima, Blur Optics, Answer, HJC Helments, One Industries, Dirt Digits, Tag Metals, Sunstar Sprockets, SBS Brake Pads, Uptime Energy Drinks, Motohead Sportswear, www.4strokenationals.com
# 96 Jake Elkins Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Romona, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #258 Hobbies: Mountain Biking, Off Roading Trucks, Weightlifting Nickname: Snake How did you get started with 4-Strokes: Rode a Yamaha YZ250F and liked them enough to try the YZ426F, "Awesome"! Sponsors: Precision Concepts, Alba Action Sports, PJ1, Axo, Arnette, FMF, 909, Maxxis, On the Pipe, Acerbis www .4strokenationals.com
# 97 Cliff Cook (see #129)
# 98 Ed Smith Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Eugene, Oregon Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #116, '00 Western National 4-Stroke #291 Sponsors: LSR Racing., House of Horsepower, www.4strokenationals.com
# 99 Brian Storment Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #181 Hometown: Gilbert, Arizona Sponsors: COP Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 99 (h) Sean Hamblin Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Sun City, California Accomplishments: '02 Overall winner Round #3 in Boise, Idaho, '02 AMA 250 Outdoor National #99 Sponsors: Power Pros, THOR Race Gear,, Maxxis Tires, Nutec Racing Fuels, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 100 Jason Birdsong Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #197 Hometown: Glendale, Arizona Sponsors: Screwy Louie's, Scott, Dunlop Tires, www.4strokenationals.com
# 101 Colby Begin Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Ridgecrest, California Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 564 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 102 Jack Meadows Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Brinnon, Oregon Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 451 Sponsors: Herb's Cycle Town- Cottage Grove, Oregon, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# 103 Gerrit Schaffer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lebannon, Oregon Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 606 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 104 Ryan Nelson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Snowmass, Colorado Nickname: RY Mechanic: Scott Nelson Accomplishments: '01 National #27, Competed in 7 rounds of the 2000 series and finished inside the top twenty every moto. Best moto was a 13th at round #2 in Mesquite, NV. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #939' How did you get interested in racing? My best friend told me about a local event, my Dad took me out and I had a blast. Continued doing it ever since. Most memorable wins: 1st Place Grand Junction supercross after coming back from a broken arm. Goals: Have fun and aim for a single digit number in the AMA Western 4-Stroke MX Nationals Hobbies: Snowmobiling, Mountain biking, camping, boating. Favorite Food: Spaghetti, 7Up Sponsors: White Brothers,Works Connection,N-Style, Vickery Motorsports, E.V.S., Norris &Assoc., Gruenfeldt Const., Stutsman & Gerbaz, HiredGun, Scotties Layout
# 105 Scott Bonner Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Katy, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 72 Sponsors: KGB Racing, Sinisalo, JM Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 106 Joel Nelson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Harbor City, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 921 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 107 Steve Stultz Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Glendale, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 78 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 108 Vince Lantz Nickname: Vinnie Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Wittman, Arizona Accopmplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #101 (L) Most memorable race: '01 Round #1 of the AMA Western National 4-Stroke Series, when 41 stark raving maniacs on 4-Strokes on the same gate! Hobbies: Playing video games with my kids, working on the bike Favorite Foods: Is there anything other than Italian and SOBE drinks? Sponsors: Factory R&D, Pro Circuit, Barnett Clutch&Cable, Speedworld MX, Verde Valley MX www.4strokenationals.com
# 109 Grayson Hart Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Portland, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 National #22, '00 AMA Western National #5, ’99 AMA Western #12, ’98 AMA Western National 4-Stroke #24 How did you get interested in racing: I started racing with my Dad, and now I’ve been racing for 26 years. Most memorable races: Pontiac Supercross ’87, finished 12th. Track you would like to see 4-Stroke Nat'l: Washougal, WA and Ward Creek, WA Hobbies: Waterskiing, Mountain biking and racing vintage bikes. Sponsors: Pro Caliber Motorsports, KTM Insane Terrain, MSR, Smith Goggles, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, Blowsion Kolors, Silkolene, Tsubaki Chains, DeMarini, Factory Effects, www.4strokenationals.com
# 110 Jayson Maynard Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Basalt, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #117, '00 AMA Western National #161x Sponsors: Sportland, Innovation, Brett Tolley, and www.4strokenationals.com
# 111 Raym Conkey Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Amity, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 922 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 111(s) Lance Smail Bike: KTM 520 SX Hometown: Kent, Washington Accomplishments: '02 Finished 3rd overall at Round #3 in Boise, Idaho, 3-Time AMA Western 4-Stroke National Champion '96, '97 and '98. Sponsors: Canada KTM, Holeshot, BBR, PDS, AXO, Smith, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 112 Devin Watson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Central Point, OR Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #777, The US Open Amateur days qualified first in 250 and 2nd in 125 Int. Sponsors: THOR, MotorcycleUSA.com, Herbs Cycletown, Big Balls Racing, Smith, De Marini Handlebars, www.4strokenationals.com
# 113 Eddie Legliu Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Rim Forest, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 176 Sponsors: John Burr Cycles, Sinisalo, EVS, www.4strokenationals.com
# 114 Matt Harper Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #154 Sponsors: Yamaha/Suzuki of Arizona, Combs Construction,Canyon Off-Road MX Park, www.4strokenationals.com
# 115 Will Wallace Bike: KTM 400SX Hometown: Redmond, Oregon Mechanic: Harold Morris Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 824, '01 CMC Trans-Cal Championship 1st 4-Stroke, '00 Pacific Northwest Championship 1st 125B, 2nd 250B How did you hear about 4-stroke Nationals: Friends, Participated at Albany Round in '01 Sponsors: Cascade Motosports, Troy Lee, Smith, Van Leunen, Castrol, Influence, Works Connection, IMS, Twin Air, Fink Ink, SMP Clothing, EVS, One Industries, www.4strokenationals.com
# 116 John Semler Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Puyallup,Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 919 Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 117 Tom Stanton Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 333 Sponsors: Dirt Bike TV.com, www.4strokenationals.com
# 118 Josh Tupa Nickname: Tupa Bike: Cannondale MX400 Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #362 How did you get your start? Was offered a test job with Cannondale. Goals: Would like to be able to ride for a living! Hobbies: Friends Josh Says: I think the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals is a good opportunity for local Pros to be able to ride with National caliber Pro Riders Sponsors: Mad Racing, Ceet, Amerikan, Tag, AXO, PJ1 and www.4strokenationals.com
# 119 Scott Stillmock Bike: Cannondale MX440 Hometown: Sacremento, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 17 (S), '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 54 Sponsors: Big Valley Motorsports, Cannondale, Smith Goggles, www.4strokenationals.com
# 120 Chad Luhman Nickname: Darb Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 336 Hometown: Millville, Minnesota Goals: To get noticed by finishing Top 10 in the '02 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals Hobbies: Play Riding Sponsors: Enzo, Big Gun, John Burr, Oakley, River Valley Motor Sports, CTI, www.4strokenationals.com
# 121 Scott Hoveland Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 401 Hometown: Puyallup, WA Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 122 Jim Floyd Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Livingston, Montana Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 131 Sponsors: Performance Fix, Budget Auto Glass, NSY, www.4strokenationals.com
# 123 Brandon Schlensig Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Accomplishments: '02 AMA Western 4-Stroke #430, '01 AMA' Western 4-Stroke National # 143 Sponsors: G-Sport, Western Honda, Too Tech Suspension, www.4strokenationals.com
# 124 Billy Arnone Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Oceanside, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 175 Sponsors: Team Breedlove, www.4strokenationals.com
# 125 Justin McMurrich Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #88, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #40 Goals: Finish in the top 10 at all of the 2002 Western 4-Stroke Nationals, Top 20 in the AMA 250 Outdoor Nationals on the West Coast, Qualify in the West Coast AMA Supercross events, To win the Arizona State Championships. Sponsors: Troy Lee Designs, FMF, Goat Eye Wear, Bridgestone Tires, Torco, Bell, Bent, Sun Cycles, Go Huge, East Side, ZLT, GNC, One Industries, Sidi, FMF 909 Handlebars, White Brothers, Works Connection, Enzo racing, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 126 Matt Feil Bike: Cannondale MX440S Hometown: Lawton, Oklahoma Sponsors: Honda/Yamaha Powersports, Cannondale, AXO, www.4strokenationals.com
# 127 Shawn Stilwell Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Lawton, Oklahoma Sponsors: Honda/Yamaha Powersports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 128 James Wagner Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown:Albuquerque, New Mexico Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 129 Cliff Cook Nickname: Wally Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Placerville, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #97, '00 Pulled 10 of 24 moto holeshots in the AMA Western 4-Stroke National Series. Nickenamed "The Holeshot King", '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #27, ’99 Western 4-Stroke National #127, ’96 AMA California State Champion 125 Pro & 250 Pro How did you get involved in racing 4-Strokes? '95 Hangtown AMA Western 4-Stroke National, finished 10th Hobbies: Fishing, mountain biking Favorite Food: Mexican Favorite Drink: Water Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, RPS Suspension, Thor, WRP, Applied, Works Connection, Alpine Stars, Racers Pit Shop, No-Toil, John Moore, VP Racing Fuels, Guts,Decal Works, www.4strokenationals.com
# 130 Frankie Mecono Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown:Goleta, California Goals: To train as hard as it takes to win the AMA Western 4-Stroke National Championship Sponsors: Honda-Suzuki-Yamaha in Goleta, Moto XXX, Moto-Sport Training, Independant Race Shop, Trabuccos Builders, Borkowskie Racing, L&F Trucking, TAG Metals, Oneal, Team Death.com. www.4strokenationals.com
# 131 Blake Moffitt Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Witchata Falls, Texas Sponsors: Honda/Yamaha Powersports, Tom Morgan Racing, Big Gun Exhaust, Carbon Fiber Works, THOR, GPR Stabilizers, RG3 Triple Clamps, www.4strokenationals.com
# 132 Jack McMurrough Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Albuquerque, New Mexico Hobbies: Golf, Snowboarding, College Goals: Finish top ten Sponsors: Sante Fe Motorsports, MSR, RG3, CTi, Michelin, Renthal, Pro-Circuit, N-Style, www.4strokenationals.com
# 133 Matt Armstrong Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Moor Park, California Mechanic: Chris Armstrong (father) Accomplishments:'01 and '00 won the CMC Golden State Nationals in Up The Hill class, '01 and '00 AMA Loretta Lynn's National qualifier in 125 B Stock and 125 B Modified. Sponsors: The Racers Edge, Maxima Racing Oils, Maxxis Tires, Azonic, Tag Metals , Ed Arnold Trucking, Focus Athletics, Arnette, Dirt Digits, Pro Circuit, Wiseco Pistons, www.4strokenationals.com
# 134 Dusty Nabor Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Calabasas, California Mechanic: Chris Armstrong Accomplishments:'01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #93, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 134 Sponsors: Test rider MX Racer, Smith Sport Optics, Acerbis, N-Style, Enzo Racing, Alpinestars, Shoei Helmets, DeMarini Handlebars, www.4strokenationals.com
# 135 Dustin Bloomfield Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Oakley, California Mechanic: David Bloomfield Accomplisments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #42, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #54, '00 4th overall at Phoenix, Arizona, '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke #14 Sponsors: Mach 1 Motorsports, White Brothers, Rock Oil, Maxxis Tires, EVS, Works Connection, GFI, Bloomfield Racing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 136 Shawn Hybarger Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Auburn, California Accomplishments: '90 & '91 ISDE Member for The United States with Bronze Medal Sponsors: Michaels Yamaha-Suzuki Reno, Nor-Cal Motorsports, White Brothers, Sinasalo, Smith, www.4strokenationals.com
# 137 Brandon Thomas Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown:Auburn, Washington Mechanic: Byron Penor Accomplishments: Loretta Lynns 250 Int. Mod 13th, 250 Int. Pac-West 2nd, 125 Int. 4th Pac-West Sponsors: RMC Motorsports, BBR, FMF, Works Connection, FASST Racing, Delta Force Rad Valve, AFAM, Bridgestone, MSR, Decal Worls, Scott Goggles, Millinium Technologies, B.E. American Racing, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 138 Steve Marty Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Reno, Nevada Accomplishments: '01 finished 5th in 125 Pro & 250 Pro Nevada State Championships Sponsors: Big Valley Honda, Nevada Motocross Development, Marco Manufacturing, G.P. Burch Construction, NAK Performance, www.4strokenationals.com
# 139 Ryan McElfish Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Carson City, Nevada Accomplishments: '01 Nevada State Championships 5th 250 Intermediate Sponsors: Michael Cycle Works, Aero Machine, Artistic Fence, Bridestone Tires, One Industries, Troy Lee Designs, No-Toil, www.4strokenationals.com
# 140 Eric Havins Bike: Yamaha YZ4256F Hometown: Glendale, Arizona Mechanic: Jim Havins and John Lakovich (MX-Tech Suspension) Accomplishments: '01 Grand Canyon State Classic, 125 Intermediate Champion, '01 Summer Gold Series, Pro Runner Up, '00 Grand Canyon State Classic, 125 Intermediate Champion, '00 Summer Gold Series, 125 Intermediate Runner Up, '00 Holiday Blowout Series 250 Intermediate Champion Sponsors: Competitive Offroad Promotions, White Brothers, Palo Verde MX, www.4strokenationals.com
# 141 Jason Krempin Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Austin, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke ational #53, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #41x Sponsors: TJ's Cycle and www.4strokenationals.com
# 143 Jason Tice Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Chandler, Arizona Mechanic: David Tice (father) Sponsors: Speedworld MX Park, Piper Perfromance, Town and Country, PJ1 Oils, www.4strokenationals.com
# 146 Robert Naughton Bike: KTM 520 SX Hometown: Flagstaff, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #30, '01 WORCS Off-Road #10, 00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #12, ’99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #6, ’98 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #5, ’87 AMA 125 West Coast SX Championship 2nd overall. ’88 8th overall 125 East Coast, ’95 ESPN Extreme Games dual downhill mountain bike Champion Education: Graduated with BS, Nursing ’94. Occupation: Registered Nurse at Flagstaff Medical Center. Hobbies: Shifter Karts, R\C Cars, Mountain bikes and snowboarding. Sponsors: Acerbis, GPR Stabilizers, Maxxis Tires, PJ1, White Brothers, Steahley, DeVol, Yamaha/Suzuki of Arizona, Arai, Spy Eyes, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 148 Rich Taylor Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Encino, California Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #21. '00 Finished 3rd overall at Round #4 in Gorman, CA while racing the BBR Suzuki 400, '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #30, '98 AMA Western 4- Stroke National #71, Most memorable race: Finishing 7th a the ’93 AMA 500 National. ’98 Malaysia National Champ ’98 Latin American Supercross Champ Goals: To have fun with racing! Where would you like to see an AMA Western 4- Stroke National: All the same tracks as the 125/250 Outdoor Nationals. Favorite food: Mexican. Hobbies: Golf, skiing and surfing How did you get interested in racing: My dad got into it and I have been racing Pro for 11 years. Sponsors: Smith, AXO, Cti2, HJC, Alpinestars, Maxxis Tires, Etnies, Dirt Rider Magazine, MX Racer, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 155 Jason Chisum Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Salinas, California Accomplishments: '97 AMA Western 4-Stroke #34 Sponsors: Smith, AXO, Turbo Blue, White Brothers, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 157 Jeremy McFarland Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Kendrick, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #71, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #157 Sponsors: Palouse County Sports, Goldsmith GP, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 158 Matt Barber Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown:Citrus Heights, California Mechanic: Dennis Barber Accomplishments: '01 125 Int Washougal National Amateur Days 4th, GFI Fall Series 125 Int Champion, Hangtown National Amateur Days 1st, 18th Mammouth Mtn. MX 125 Int. Sponsors: No-Toil, Capitol Yamaha, California Door, DeVol Engineering, Sprocket Specialists, FOX, Trick Race Gas, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 162 Justin Covello Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Milliken, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #121, '00 AMA Western National #162, '00 District 25 Off-Road. Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 175 Michael Stanton Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Grass Valley, California How did you get into 4-Stroke racing? Did some testing on 4-Strokes and the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals has gotten a lot of exposre, Seems like a real fun event. Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, MST Suspension, O'Neal, Scott, Cometic Gaskets, Works Connection, No-Toil, Carbon Tech, Motul, www.4strokenationals.com
# 177 Adam Fichtelman Bike: Yamaha YZ250F : Hometown: Ocean Side, California Accomplishments: '02 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 70, '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke # 177, Scored first AMA 4-Stroke National points at Cedar City, Utah Mechanic: My dad, Troy Fichtelman Sponsors: G-Sport, Moto Pro, Mad Racing, Sidewinder Sprockets, DSP, TAG Metals, Zing Graphics, Enzo Suspension, www.4strokenationals.com
# 183 Brandon Morgan Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Menifee, California Mechanic: Sponsors: www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 184 Nathan Palm Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Spokane, Washington Mechanic: Chris Upson Hobbies: Snowboarding, BMX, going to the Gym, RC car racing Accomplishments: Turning Pro after 4 seasons of racing. Winning the Extreme Motorsports 2001 Inland Empire National Supercross Series Championship, for the 250 Intermediate class. Maintaining a 3.9 GPA in college while racing and working part time. Goals: To have fun racing during my first pro season and stay injury free. Finish top ten in a 4-Stroke National this year, and win a local pro race. Qualify for the Washougal National within the next 2 years. How'd you hear about the 4-Stroke Nats: When the series started coming to the Airway Heights track in Spokane, WA Sponsors: Motorcycle Accessory Supply House, Spectro Oils, DeVol Engineering, Michelin Tires, HRP, Skorbordz, North County Yamaha (NCY), AFAM, EVS, Scott Goggles, Eric Waunch Motocross Schools, my mechanic Chris Upson, my parents John and Diana, my brother Damon, and NAPALM Racing. WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 185 Patrick Ranniger Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Issaquah, Washington Sponsors: Quads Investments, MT Training School by Lance Smail, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 200 Neil Malson Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Odessa, Texas Accomplishments: Sponsors: Honda of Lubbock Texas, PJ1 Racing Oils, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 206 Kelly Andris Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Stockton, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA 250 National #206 Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, AXO, RPS Suspension, Oakley, Alpinestar, Motul, VP Racing Fuels, No-Toil Filters, Michelin, Works Connection, DID Chain, Renthal, American Honda, One Industries, www.4strokenationals.com
# 212 David Brewer Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Arkadelphia, Arkansas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #103 '00 AMA Western National #212 Sponsors: O'Neal, N-Style, Yamaha Sports Center, www.4strokenationals.com
# 225 Shawn MacDonald Bike: Honda CRF450R Accomplishments: Just remember when! Hometown: Loomis, CA Sponsors: Vice's Collision Racing, Oneal Motocross Gear, Goat Insurance Wholesalers, www.4strokenationals.com
# 227 Michael Stevensen Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Brooksville, Florida Accomplishments: Sponsors: www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 230 Kenny Heess Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Salina, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Gilroy Cycle Center, Independant Race Shop Suspension, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 231 David Myres Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #98, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #231, '85 Texas State Open Champion, Hobbies: Racing motocross, Water Sports. Sponsors: AGC Electric, Rage Cycles, Yamaha/Suzuki of Arizona, Piper Performance, SRD Suspension, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 241 Matt Bussell Bike: Vertemati c500 Accomplishments: Honey Lake MX Hometown: Doyle, California Sponsors: MX Imports, Vertemati, Torco, FLY, WPS Distributing, Roseville Cycle, All Sports Dynamics, www.4strokenationals.com
# 250 Eddie Reed Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Ione, California Mechanic: Chuck Reed (Dad) Hobbies: Snow Boarding, Wake Boarding, and going to the Gym Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, AXO, RPS Suspension, Oakley, Alpinestar, Motul, VP Racing Fuels, No-Toil Filters, Michelin, Works Connection, DID Chain, Renthal, American Honda, Acerbis, One Industries, www.4strokenationals.com
# 258 Jason McTygrue Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Chandler, Arizona Accomplishments: Sponsors: Western Honda, SPY Eyes Optics, SoCal, DeCal Works, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 271 Charlie Hartzell Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Catucos, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Mom and Dad, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 275 John Beal Bike: Gas Gas Hometown: Kent, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #275, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #15. '00 ISDE Jr Team Rider, Granada Spain. '00 GasGas support ride. '99 Finished sixth at round #5 in Albany, Oregon AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals Sponsors: GasGas USA, Michelin, Spectro, White Brothers, MSR, Clarke Manufacturing, Renthal, Skagit Powersports-Washington, www.4strokenationals.com
# 281 Brian Morgan Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Menifee, California Mechanic: Sponsors: www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 284 Scot Steffy Bike: Husaberg FE550 and FE470 Hometown: Everett, Washington Accomplishments: Sponsors: Husaberg USA, HRP Clothing, HRP Protectors, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 285 Robb Floth Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Meridian, Idaho Accomplishments: Sponsors: Carl's Cycle, FLY, Scott, Michelin, Tuning By Travis, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 286 Monty Rogers Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Otis Orchards, Washington Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 288 Sam Wienbach Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Phoenix, Arozona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #58, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #288 Sponsors: Apache Yamaha-Suzuki of Arizona, O'Neal, www. 4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 306 Brian Mason Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Columbia, Illinois Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #41, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #306. '00 Finished round #10 in Kahoka, Missouri in 7th overall Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
# 310 David O'Riordan Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Cottonwood, Arizona Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #120, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #310 Hobbies: Skiing, Biking Most memorable races: Finishing top five at Ponca City and Mammoth Mountain Sponsors: Aston Racing, AGM Sales, Thor, Smith, www.4strokenationals.com
# 316 Tom Summers Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Imperial, Missouri Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #76, '00 Western 4-Stroke #316 Sponsors: Donelson's Cycles and Race Tech, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 321 Brandon Bartz Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Colona, Illinois Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #61, '00 AMA Western National #32x Sponsors: Nelson Enterprises, Performance Engineering, www.4strokenationals.com
# 322 Chris Dineen Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Elma, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #113, '00 AMA Western National #32 Sponsors: Northwest Harley Davidson, Dotson, www.4strokenationals.com
# 328 Dano Legere Bike: Yamaha YZF426 Hometown: Huntington Beach, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #83, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #29,’99 Pace US Off-Road 6th Overall, ’98 Open Pro Champion at Mammoth Mtn., ’98 Pace US Off-Road 14th Overall, Cycle News Test Rider. '01 Temptation Island CoStar!!! Most memorable race: ’98 qualifying for the AMA 250 Supercross in Phoenix, on a YZF400. Have fun at the AMA Western 4-Stroke Motocross Nationals. Favorite Riders: Ryan Hughes, Ezra Lusk, Mike LaRocco because he always rides hard! Where would you like to see an AMA Western 4-Stroke National? Washougal and Carlsbad, CA. Sponsors: Pro Valve Racing, Suspension and Engines, Cycle Parts West, Pro Force Braking Systems, Cycle Support Systems, Factory R&D, Space Wind Gear, Etnies Shoes, DV8 Clothing, The Bubble Machine, CEET Racing, Beach Yamaha, Dragon Eye Wear, NIRVE.COM, Big Jim Undergear, IMS, Cycle News, McKeez Brush Werx. www.4strokenationals.com.
# 329 Craig Truglio Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Atwater, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Yamaha of Modesto, Tom Morgan Racing, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 330 Nick Dunn Bike: KTM 400SX Hometown: Parksville, B.C., Canada Accomplishments: Sponsors: KTM Canada, Holeshot, Torco, Fox, NoToil, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 341 Clinton Miller Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Palmyra, Missouri Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #74, ’00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #34x Sponsors: Haders Motorsports, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 345 Craig Smith Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: San Diego, California Mechanic: Dad Hobbies: Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking. MX Accomplishments: '01 AMA 250 Supercross qualifies Anaheim 1&2, Phoenix and San Diego, '01 Califonia Sunstar Series 1st place 250 Pro, '01 Barona Oaks Series 1st place 250 Pro, '00 AMA 125 Supercross Anaheim 1&2, Phoenix and San Diego, AMA 250 Outdoor Naitonals qualified, San Bernardino, Sacremento, Washougal, Binghampton and Delmont. Goals: To place in the top five or win the 2002 4 stroke series Sponsors: House of Motorcycles, Pro-X, White Brothers, Bridgestone, AXO, EVS, Works Connection, Pro Circuit, Maxima and Factory Effects, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 358 Ty Kady Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Fullerton, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #47, '00 AMA Western National 4-Stroke #358, '00 Finished round #5 in Bakersfield, CA with 8th overall Sponsors: Team Breedlove, MSR, Smith, Etnies, Renthal, Ceet, Quicksilver, www.4strokenationals.com
# 399 John King Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Accomplishments: Sponsors: ZR1, North Valley Honda, Oneal, SPY Eyes Optics, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 411 Chris Neitzel Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Lancaster, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #52, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #411, '99 Mammoth 4-Stroke Intermediate Champion. Mechanic: Tamera Neitzel How did you get interested in racing? My Dad raced Supercross in the ‘80s & ‘90s. Goals: Win some 4-Stroke Nationals as well as The Mammoth Mountain event. Sponsors: Dirt Rider Magazine, Moose, Shoei, Alpinestars, Oakley, HRP, Cti2, Dunlop, Big Gun Exhaust, The Radiator Shop, JMS Electric, Pharmacy Ride Shop, Nationwide Cycle, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 412 Rafael Means Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Woodland Hills, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #63 '00 AMA Western National #412 Sponsors: www. 4strokenationals.com
# 426 Chris Barrett Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Pinon Hills, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Ultimate Framing, Outlaw Racing, Quicksilver, Alpinstars, CTi2, Jackman Tile, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 428 Josh Chisum Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Salinas, California Accomplishments: Just having fun racing with the pros. I would like to say thanks to my Mom, Dad and Grandma for their awesome support. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #9 AMA 4-Stroke National preference? Oatfield MX Park, it’s so lush and green. Sponsors: Danny Magoo Racing, Bell Helmets, Smith Goggles, Sunstar Sprockets, CPE Racing, Dirt Digits, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 434 Beau Boynton Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Sanger, Texas Accomplishments: Sponsors: Richardson Yamaha, LCS, Silkolene, Spy Eyes, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 449 Justin Myers Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Cottonwood, Arizona Accomplishments: Sponsors: Acerbis, Adams Extentions, Northland, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 490 Clint White Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Spanish Fork, Utah Accomplishments:'01 AMA Utah State Championships, 250 Intermediate 5th Goals: To qualify for an AMA Western 4-Stroke National and have fun. Sponsors: Frandsens Yamaha, AXO, Tweeqe Clothing, www.4strokenationals.com
# 500 Danny Mehlhaff Bike: Yamaha YZ250F & Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Black Hawk, South Dakota Accomplishments: '00 4th in points in 125 Pro and 250 Pro class. '00 4th in Open class in the South Dakota Motocross Association, '98 High Plains Motocross Association points Champion in the 125 Novice class. Goals:Are to hopefully compete in some 4 Stroke Nationals and get the opportunity to race the full circuit. Finish top 10 in the Western 4-Stroke Nationals. Favorite food: Chicken alfredo Favorite drink: Mt. Dew Favorite rider: Jeremy Mcgrath Nick name: "Stinky" Sponsors: Mehlhaff Construction Inc. , Best Car Buys, Black Hills Powersports, Summit Signs, Hotel Alex Johnson, IMS , FMF, Pro Action, www.4strokenationals.com
# 512 Kevin Townsend Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Sun City, California Age: 21 Height: 6'4" Weight: 185lbs. Sponsors: Team Fasst Company Backed by Fasst Company, Papa John's Pizza, Mid Cities Honda, Maxxis Tires, Torco Oils, Bill's Pipes, RG3, MSR, Shoei, Throttle Jockey, Got Milk, Quiksilver, Works Connection, Nutec Fuels, Engine Ice, Hansen's Energy, SPY, ZLT, Straight Edje, MX POSTERS.COM, V-Force, Renthal, EVS, EXCEL, Wiseco, Twin-Air. , www.4strokenationals.com
# 514 Jason Mathews Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Sherwood, Oregon Accomplishments: '99 AMA Western 4-Stroke #54 Sponsors: Beaverton Honda, Wide Open Sports.com, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 535 Nick Foister Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Chehalis, Washington Accomplishments:'01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #28 '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #535 How did you get interested in racing? Dad raced, trail riding. Favorite foods: Fish Goals: To ride the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals and Outdoor 250 Nationals. Sponsors: Sinasalo, Smith, Sunstar, Longview Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# 555 Chase Reed Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lone Grove, Oklahoma Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #55, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #555 Sponsors: Yamaha USA, Central Yamaha, Reynard Modifications, www.4strokenationals.com
# 557 Michael Klement Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Waxahachie, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #78, '00 Western 4-Stroke National #557 Sponsors: DFW KTM, Rage Sports, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 566 Jeremy Santoro Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Paso Robles, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #112, ’00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #566 Sponsors: Powerhouse Yamaha, FMF, Smith, O'Neal, www.4strokenationals.com
# 571 Shane Smith Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Canyon Country, California Mechanic: Brian Smith (father) Sponsors: Answer, White Brothers, Arnette, Pro Taper, Thunder Alley Exhaust, Silkolene, Rice Motorsports, RG3, EVS, N-Style, Twisted Clothing, Pit Pro, www.4strokenationals.com
# 587 Jerry Aleman Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Moreno Valley, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Power Pro's Exhaust, Chaparral Motorsports, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 600 Michael Bunyea Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Atascadero, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: Powerhouse Yamaha, FMF, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 611 Ryan Leach Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Albany, Oregon Accomplishements: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #23, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #7, '98 AMA Loretta Lynn's Open Class Champion, '97 AMA Loretta Lynn's 250B Class Champion Most Memorable: '99 finishing 3rd overall at round #4 of the AMA Western 4-Stroke National at Albany Oregon Motorsorts Park in front of my family and friends. '99 Pulling a holeshot a round #5 in moto1 at the Denver-Lakewood Thunder Valley facility.'00 pulling both holeshots at Round #1 in Phoenix, AZ. Sponsors: Herb's Cycle Town, Albany Motorsports Park, Grand Prix Cycle, Thor, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 616 Brad Hendry Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Hometown: Englewood, Colorado How did you get interested in racing? '02 marks first year for contesting the 4-Stroke Nationals. Moved up to pro class last year after three very succesful years as an amateur locally and nationally. Very excited to be on the 4-strokes! Goals: Finish well in the first three races of the year so I can convince my dad to do the rest of the series! Hopefully make the top 20 for the year. Sponsors: Foothills BMW Motorcycles, Colorado Powersports, Dubach Racing Development, SoCal, DeCal Works, Smith, No-Toil, AFAM, Klotz Oils, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 620 Carson Meyer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Grass Valley, California Mechanic: Sponsors: MST Suspension, FMF, Factory Effex, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 641 Travis Marks Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Paso Robles, California Mechanic: Chris Marks Accomplishments: '01 Natioanal #21, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #641 How did you get interested in racing? Family and friends. Most memorable win: ’97 Hangtown winning 4-Stroke Intermediates. Hobbies: Mountain bikes, Gym, waterboarding. Favorite Food: Taco Bell Sponsors: Yamaha Powerhouse, Pro Action, FMF, Troy Lee Designs, Champion Oils, M2 Moto, DT-1 Air Filters, Smith Goggles, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 647 Paul Kellen Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Lakewood, California Accomplishements: Profession, Certified Public Accountant, AMA Outdoor #647, National #53, '99 AMA Four Stoke Nationals Sponsors: Big Gun, White Brothers, Nutec Fuels, Hinson, O'neal, Racing Enterprises Motorsports, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 673 Eric "Shawn" Edwards Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lamesa, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA 250 Outdoor National #673 Goals: To keep coming to as many AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals as possible Sponsors: Sole Privateer, Paying Own Way, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 676 Jeff Simas Bike: Yamaha YZ426F and YZ250F Hometown: Reno, Nevada Mechanic: Doug Simas How did you hear about 4-Stroke Nats: Used to come with Dana Bray and Kevin Knox in '97 & '98. Saw the Ads in Cycle News and bought a couple bikes to race them! Sponsors: Motoworld Racing.com, Goat Eye Wear, Wiseco Pistons, RPS Suspension, So-Cal De-Cal Works, Bell Helmets, UFO-MD Racing, Cometic, Hinson Clutch Components, , www.4strokenationals.com
# 678 Keith Seeger Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Schaumburg, Illinois Accomplishements: ’01 AMa Western 4-Stroke National #86, '00 AMA Western National #678 Sponsors:Team Millennium, O'Neal, Sunstar, Bills Pipes, www.4strokenationals.com
# 706 Kris Keefer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Hesperia, CA Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke NAtional #39, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #706. '00 Finished 6th overall at round #2 in Mesquite, NV at the AMA Western 4-Stroke MX Nationals. Sponsors: HYR, Stroker Racing, EVS, Thor, Smith Goggles, Race Tech, Maxima Oils, Hinson, FAHQ, www.4strokenationals.com
# 721 Beau Judge Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & Honda CRF450R Hometown: El Dorado Hills, California Accomplishments: ’01 Golden State Nationals 3rd 125 Pro and 5th 250 Pro Goal: To finish top 5 in the series Sponsors: Agro Cycles in Folsom, Nor-Cal Motorsports, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 723 Tim Roth Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona Accomplishments: Sponsors: Palo Verde Suspension, MX- Tech, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 727 Jason Garberg Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Great Falls, Montana Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #94, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #727, '00 HCMA 250 Pro 2nd Overall Bozeman MX, '00 4-Stroke Champion Calgary Arenacross, '00 250 Pro 2nd Overall James Bond Jr. Memorial SX, '00 250 Pro 2nd Overall Plains Arenacross Sponsors: Team Performance Fix, North Star Dodge/Yamaha, No Fear, One Industries, Images in Motion, Bell Limousine, Mr. Salvage Motorsports, Central Plumbing & Heating, www.4strokenationals.com
# 728 J. Derek Kemp Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Arlington, Texas Mechanic: John Kemp (father) Accomplishments: '01 Texas 125 A State Champ Sponsors: Slapaho.Com, EVS, Excel, RK Chain, Silkolene, Big Gun Exhaust, Hinson Clutch, Garne Boots, Silver Star Racing, Pro Privateer Racing, KAT Graphics, Scott Goggles, Bendix Brakes, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 741 Sven Stilmock Bike: Cannonndale MX440 Hometown: Fernley, Nevada Sponsors: Big Valley Motorsports, Cannondale, Spy Eyes, Troy Lee Designs, www.4strokenationals.com
# 779 Michael Burke Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Long Beach, Washington Accomplishments: Sponsors: FMF, Factory 909, Niks ProX Pistons, LA Sleeve, Scott USA, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 787 Keith Campbell Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Fort Collins, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4Stroke NAtional #43, '00 AMA Western National #787 Sponsors: Ultimate Motorsports, Sinisalo, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 811 Alex Rosetto III Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Stonington, Illinois Accomplishments: ’01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #84, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #811 Sponsors: B&J Speed Shop, www.4strokenationals.com
# 812 Ryan Dudek Bike: KTM 520sx Hometown: Long Beach, California Mechanic: Don Dudek Accomplishments: '00 Finished top 20 in all twelve Rounds of the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #812 How did you get interested in racing? My Dad, he is the best. Favorite foods: Pizza and Ice cream. Hobbies: BMX and Snowboarding. Sponsors: Sanburn Construction, Euro Cycles, Ignition, Bennett Distributing, Motorcycle Performance Center, Goat Eyewear, Fasst Company, Alpinestars, GFI, Metaltek, N-Style, Hansen's Energy, Dunlop, Delve Clothing, Beach Yamaha, MRO-go2mro.com, Asterisk, Arai Helmets, S&M Bicycles, Assanti & Rosen, And of course www.4strokenationals.com
# 821 John Sabo Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Portland, Oregon Accomplishments: 1992, 2nd overall 250 Pro, Idaho State Championships. 1993, 1st overall Open Pro, Idaho State Championships Goals: Finish top 10 in the Western 4-stroke Nationals, earn a ride in the Canadian or Australian Nationals. Education: BS in mechanical engineering, University of Idaho 1996. Occupation: Design engineer at Freightliner LLC, design parts for class 8 heavy trucks Hobbies: surfing, mountain biking. Sponsors: Herb's Cycletown of Cottage Grove Oregon, Bel Ray, Race Ready Performance, www.4strokenationals.com
# 827 Kyle Coen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Riverside, California Accomplishments: Sponsors: RMC, BBR, American Racing, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 851 Ryan Picard Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Menifee, California Mechanic: Sponsors: Athlectic Training, Power Pros, Fly, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 876 Christian Kennevik Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Sweden Mechanic: Will Decker Sponsors: SoCal, Decal Works, Enzo Suspension, Verd Racing, Garne Boots, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# 901 Rob Palmer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa Accomplishments:'01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #91, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 901 Sponsors: GP Motorsports, Pro Action Suspension of Kansas City, www.4strokenationals.com
# 919 Aaron Hill Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Aurora, Colorado Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #66 Sponsors: Vickery Motorsports, Maxima, One Industries, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.com
# 921 Daniel Blair Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Lodi, Caliifornia Mechanic: Sponsors: Powerhouse Yamaha, Thor, Big Gun Exhaust, TAG Metals, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 924 Jeff McFarland Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Auburn, Wshington Mechanic: Sponsors: Oneal, BBR, RMC, Garne, DeCal Works, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 935 Blake Suitter Bike: Yamaha YZ250F & Honda CRF450R Hometown: American Fork, Utah Mechanic: David Rossiter (father) Accomplishments: Top 3 Wild West Nat's AMA 4-Stroke National preference? Washougal Natiopnal MX Park Goals: Finish top 5 in every Round Sponsors: South Valley Motorsports, VP Fuels, No-Fear, Utah Controls, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# 941 Richie Reynolds Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Nampa, Idaho Mechanic: Sponsors: Western Powersports, Fly, Scott, Torco, www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 948 Jeremy Anderson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: New River, Arizona Accomplishments: Sponsors: www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 951 Steve Thinger Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Rocklin, California Accomplishments: Team Manager Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, '01 AMA 250 National # 951 Sponsors: Carmichael Honda/System P-4R, AXO, RPS Suspension, Oakley, Alpinestar, Motul, VP Racing Fuels, No-Toil Filters, Michelin, Works Connection, DID Chain, Renthal, American Honda, Acerbis, One Industries, T.C. Helmet Design, Washerndryer, KWOD 106.5, www.4strokenationals.com
# 957 Scott Roegner Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Riverside, California AMA 4-Stroke National preference? Glen Helen Sponsors: www.4StrokeNationals.com
# 997 Eddie Payne Bike: Yamaha YZ250F Hometown: Auburn, Washington Accomplishments:Pac-West 125 Jr. 1st Sponsors: South Seattle Sports Plaza, Works Connection, AFAM, Scott Goggles, Pro Circuit, Troy Lee Designs, Delta Force Rad Valve, B.E. American Racing, Bridestone, WWW.4StrokeNationals.com
# Jesse Allen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Rainier, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #73, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #31 Sponsors: Troy Lee Designs, Longview Motorsports, Ainslie Racing, Wiseco, North County Yamaha, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Jason Bolling Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Boyd, Texas Accomplishments: ’01 AMa Western 4-Stroke National #85. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #N32 Sponsors: Landers Motorsports, www.4strokenationals.com
# Mark Bonnell Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #106, '00 AMA 4-Stroke Western National #64 Sponsors: Ford Motor Company, ELF, Atomic 22, www.4strokenationals.com
# Damon Bradshaw Bike: Yamaha YZ426F & YZ250F Hometown: Boise, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #37, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #16. '00 Finished 4th overall at round #10 in Lakewood, CO. '99 Finished with the Overall win at Boise, Idaho Sponsors: Yamaha USA, Factory Connection, Sidi, Wiseco, Braking, UFO, RK, Renthal, Simple Green, www.4strokenationals.com
# Chris Caplinger Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: O'Fallon, Montana Accomplishments:'01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #105, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #000 Sponsors: Donaldson Cycles, Oneal, www.4strokenationals.com
# Ray Crumb Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Bakersfield, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #100. Sponsors: Generation Next Board Shop, MX3 Motocross Park, Smith Goggles, Pro-Action Suspension, Answer Gear, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Scott Davis Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Yuba City, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #118, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #85 Sponsors: O'Neal, Torco, FMF, Sunstar, No-Toil, www.4strokenationals.com
# Brian Emig Hometown: Blue Springs, Missouri Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #45, '00 AMA Western National #31x, '00 AMA Loretta Lynns MX Championship 4-Stroke. '00 Finished 5th overall at Round #10 in Kahoka, MO. Sponsors: St. Louis Powersports, Emig Racing, Shift,www.4strokenationals.com
# Anthony Eppers Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Post Falls, Idaho Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #122, '00 AMA Western #29X , '00 Champion in 125/250 Intermediate class District 22 Championships (Washington State) Sponsors: Kootenai Saw and Cycle, Shawn Montee, Thunder 1, www.4strokenationals.com
# Kevin Foley Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Cypress, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke NAtional #62, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #111, 5-Time AMA Loretta Lynns National Champion Sponsors: Yamaha USA, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.com
# Nicholas D. Fowler Bike: KTM400SX Hometown: Cambridge, Minnesota Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #123, '00 District 23 Championships 250 Pro 5th place How did you learn about the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals: I want to try competing at a higher level, yet not jump right into the AMA 250 motocross nationals. I think 4 strokes are a blast to ride!! Goals: I don't know what to expect, so my goals are to place top ten consistantly. Sponsors: Larson's Cycle, Smith Sport Optics, No Fear, Dairy Queen, Powerband Suspension, Mom, Dad, and oh yeh my girlfriend Rachael for all her support, www.4strokenationals.com
# Monte Frank Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #60, '00 Pro Circuit Regional Classic Classic 4-Stroke Champ, Winner of 1st Annual Utila Island Open in Honduras. Goals: Try for top 5 finishes in 4-Stroke Nationals, and recieve as much press for my sponsors as I can. Sponsors: Trade Wind Racing, Marshalls Racing, Thor, Alpinestars, Spy, TAG, Sunstar, M&G Homes, AJAX Kawasaki, www.4strokenationals.com
# Rusty Holland Hometown: Fresno, California Bike: Suzuki DRZ400 Accomplishments: '00 Won my first AMA Western 4-Stroke National moto at Round #10 in Lakewood, Colorado. Finished second overall twice in '00, at Round #6 in Albany, Oregon and Round #9 in Kakoka, Missouri. Finished third at Round #11 in Lake Whitney, Texas. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #74 Sponsors: Suzuki, Troy Lee Designs, Smith, Shoei, Maxxis Tires, Maxima Oils, DeMarini, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, www.4strokenationals.com
# Junior Jackson Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: East Moline, Illinois Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #38, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #46x, '00 Finished 5th overall at round #12 in Kahoka, MO Sponsors: Nelson Enterprises, Jackson Performance, www.4strokenationals.com
# Keith R. Johnson Hometown: Albuquerque, NM Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Accomplishments: Winning the 4-Stroke event overall at the '99 MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Winning my first ever 2000 AMA Western 4-Stroke National in Lakewood, CO. and the final round in Milliken, CO againt the European factory VOR rider Van Doorn, it was the best battle I have ever had.. Round #11 finishing second overall at Lake Whitney, Texas. Winning the first night of the MGM Grand 4-Stroke event in Las Vegas in 2000. Hobbies: Wakeboarding, Snowboarding, Golf Where would you like to see an AMA 4-Stroke National? Moriaty, NM (It's close, home advantage) Sponsors: Motoworld of El Cajon, Answer, Smith, HJC, Twisted, Dunlop, ZLT, www.4strokenationals.com
# Ryan Koozer Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Springfield, Oregon Accomplishments: '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #115 Sponsors: Herb's Cycle Town, www.4strokenationals.com
# Mike Ladner Bike: KTM 520 Hometown: Spearfish, South Dakota Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #36, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #52, '00 Finished 11th overall at Round #10 in Lakewood, CO. '00 Pulled moto one holeshot and finished 7th overall at Round #12 in Milliken, Colorado Sponsors: White Brothers, Thor, Maxima, www.4strokenationals.com
# Roby Leach Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Albany, Oregon Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #110, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #11, '97 AMA Loretta Lynn’s Open B Class Champion. Most memorable race: Finishing inside the top ten at the ’99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National at the Albany, OR Motorsports Park in front of family and friends. Sponsors: Albany Motorsports Park, Herb’s Cycle Town, Cummings Transfer, Thor, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Craig Mason Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Grass Valley, CA Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #108 Family: Crystle "My sweetheart" And our beautiful boy Cort Henderson Mason, my Dog "Cooper",cat "WeeBee" and of course my horse "Sam" Goals: To ride the AMA 4-Stroke Nationals and have fun, get some Points for a top 20 # for '02. Also, race as many 50cc championship races & to win the Fast 50s National Championship Sponsors: www.fast50s.com XR50, Z50 & XR70 Specialists, Eagle Mountain Yamaha, Bell Helmets, Alpinestars Boots, Cti2 Knee Braces, Goat Eyewear, Competition Direct, Ceet Racing, Bel-Ray Total Performance Lubricants, Varner Motorsports, Oury Grips, Evolution Group, FUNHOG and not to forget Don @ www.4strokenationals.com, "Don is again the man who is doing it all for the rider's"
# Matt Murphy Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Upland, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #81, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #86 Sponsors: G.P.R. Stabalizers, Race Tech, IMS Pro Series, MSM, MSR, BRP, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Scott Myers Bike: KTM520 Hometown: Temecula, California Accomplishments: ‘98 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #12, ‘99 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #4, '99 Won Round #1 of the AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationals at Glen Helen. ‘00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #2. In 2000 finished top ten in 7 of the 10 round competed in. '00 Finished 3rd overall at Round #1 in Phoenix, AZ. Career Goals: I want to have fun, make some extra cash and take care of my family. Tracks that you’d like to see a 4-Stroke National: Washougal and Hollister Hills. Favorite Food: Sushi Hobbies: Teaching my son new things! Sponsors: The Racers Edge, KTM USA, Pro Valve Suspension, White Brothers, AXO, Pro Force Braking, Applied Racing, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, CPE Racing, Billetanium, VP Race Fuels, RK Chain, Bell Helmets, Smith, Renthal, Streight Edje, Motion Pro, Works Connection, Motul, Etnies, GPR Stabilizers, HRP, IMS, EBC Brake Pads, Done Now Graphics and WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM,
# Paul Philbrick Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Elkhorn, Wisconsin Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #80 Sponsors: Torque Center, IDC, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Sten Rasmussen Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Huntington Beach, California Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #101, ’00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #14, ’99 25+ Pro Class Champion in the 4-Stroke World Championships, Goals: Win a 4-Stroke National this year, and be in the top three overall. Hobbies: BMX, Snowboarding, running, Shifter Karts, Golf. Favorite Music: Dean Martin, Royal Crown Review, Vandals, NOFX. Mechanic: Brian Bayer Sponsors: Thor, One Industries, Cti2, Black Flys, Enzo Suspension, Torco Oils, White Brothers, Big Gun Exhaust, Applied, Three Brothers, Volcom Street Wear, Pro Valve, Bieffe Helmets, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Austin Raubs Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Cedar Falls, Iowa Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #104, ' 00 AMA Western National #114 Sponsors: ProAction Kansas City, Midwest Performance, www.4strokenationals.com
# Richard Sazama Bike: Honda CRF450R Hometown: Bakersfield, California Accomplisments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #68, '00 Finished inside the top 20 in my first AMA Western 4-Stroke National. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #55 Sponsors: Tulare Honda, Eddie Sanders Racing, Torco Oils, Pirelli Tires, Becka Construction, HRP, Thor, Moto Planet, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# John Sereika Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Norco, California Accomplishments: '01 Western 4-Stroke National #24 , Round #4 in Gorman, CA finished 7th overall with a 10-5 tally. Round #5 in Bakersfield, CA finished 13th overall with a 17-11 tally. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #68, Sponsors: Wristlock Racing, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Keevin Sharp Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Amarillo, Texas Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #64, '00 AMA Western National #116 Sponsors: Sharps Motor Sports, Oakley, Factory R&D, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.com
# Sean Sparkman Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Poulsbo, Washington Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke #114, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #121, ’99 Washington State 4-Stroke Intermediate Champion. Mechanic: Gary Sparkman Hobbies: Training for Motocross Sponsors: Herbs Cycle Town-Yamaha in Cottage Grove, Oregon, White Bros., Duvall Racing, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Mike Smith Bike: Husaberg FC520 Hometown: Vancouver, Washington Nickname: SmithBizkit Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #75, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #34, ’99 CMC Pac-West Up the Hill Champion, ’99 CMC Pac-West 250 Intermediate Champion, ’98 AMA Western 4-Stroke Amateur Champion, ’98 CMC Pac-West 250 Intermediate #3 Favorite Foods: Oranges, Raisin Bran cereal, Teriyaki, Mexican, Cream of Wheat (crazy stuff huh?) Goals: Stay healthy, to be a regular name in the Top 10 of the series, eventually domination. Where would you like to see an AMA Western 4-Stroke National? Washougal, WA and Sacremento, CA Hobbies: Snow boarding, BMX, Concerts Sponsors: Phoenix Premier Motorsports, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM, Insane Terrain, Pro-Caliber, Jak-Bakz, Torco Racing Oils, AXO, Anderson Cycle, Hillsboro Motorcycles, Central Coast Airbrush, Fletch Trick Racing
# Brian Stone Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #57, '00 AMA 4-Stroke National #90 Sponsors: Thor, Bell, Scott, Pro Circuit, EVS, www.4strokenationals.com
# Curtis Taylor Bike: KTM520 Hometown: Decatur, Illinois Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #95, '00 AMA Western National #120 Sponsors: RTR Cycles, www.4strokenationals.com
# D. J. Umphres Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Mechanic: Kim Umphres Hobbies: Roller Hockey Most memorable races: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #119, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #30, ’99 Mammoth Mtn. 4-Stroke Intermediate Champion, ’99 California State 4-Stroke Intermediate Champion. Favorite food: Italian Sponsors: Go Huge Racing Promotions, Troy Lee Designs, Pro Action Suspension, FMF, IMS, Works Connection, Smith Optics, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Don Upton Bike:Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Sun City, California Accomplishments: '00 Finished second overall at Mesquite, Nevada. '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #91 Sponsers: Team Breedlove, Wristlock, Racing, IMS, All Pro MX Fitness, Maxxis Tires, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Gert Jan Van Doorn Bike: VOR503 (Black Beast) Hometown: Boekel, Holland Accomplishments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke Nationall #31, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #8v for finishing the 2000 FIM World 500 GP's in 8th overall. Round #12 in Milliken, CO finished with a 2-2 tally for second overall. Lead both moto's and exchanged the lead over 15 times during the days events. Sponsors: VOR MOTORI (Italy), Michelin Tires, Jak-Bakz # Plates 4 Your Body, WWW.4STROKENATIONALS.COM
# Chris Vendley Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Sacramento, California Accomplisments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #69, '00 AMA Western 4-Stroke National # 225 Sponsors: AXO, Apex Motorsports, One Industries, www.4strokenationals.com
# Paul Winn Bike: Yamaha YZ426F Hometown: Yacolt, Washington Accomplisments: '01 AMA Western 4-Stroke National #40, 00 AMA Western 4-Stroke #20, '99 Finished round #3 at Washougal, WA with third overall (4-3). '00 Finished 5th overall (6-5) at Round #6 in Albany, Oregon, '90 NMA World Mini Champion. Sponsors: www.4strokenationals.com
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