News from April 2003
2004 Supercross Schedules released
April 1, 2003: On Christmas Day 2003, the sport of supercross will make a historic leap to another level. A true worldwide world championship super series – 18 events – 9 different countries. And two different series! “We are trying to simplify it for the fans, while maximizing profits at the same time. I’m positive [...]
Exclusive: First-Ever 1080 degree backflip!
April 1, 2003: Carmichael does the impossible – again The ramp to ramp leap, documented by film crews for a prime-time television show, was measured at 700 feet. RC had almost nine seconds of hang time. The jump was performed at the recently closed SaddleRock Park. Says RC: “I started practicing for this about three [...]
KTM, Halloween ink seven year contract
April 1, 2003: KTM has bought the exclusive naming rights to the holiday called ‘Halloween’, effective immediately. From now on, it will be known as “Halloween, Presented by KTM”. All Trick or Treaters must be mounted on KTM bikes, and wear orange clothing in order to secure sweets from their neighbors “It’s all about Branding” [...]
Shocker – De Coster takes new Suzuki four-stroke to win in Denver!
April 1, 2003 – Denver CO Everyone said it could never be done. But Roger De Coster, Suzuki’s multi-talented Team Leader, and five time World Motocross Champion would not settle for ‘it could never be done’. With the injuries from the past two seasons taking a toll on the team, Roger decided to do what [...]
