From a press release issued by WERA Motorcycle Roadracing, Inc.:

LUCAS OIL RETURNS AS SPONSOR FOR WERA WEST SPORTSMAN SERIES AND MORE FOR 2013!

Lucas Oil Products has returned as the Presents Sponsor for the 2013 WERA West Sportsman Series. In 2013 Lucas Oil has also taken on the WERA National Endurance Series for 2013 with a $1500.00 cash bonus to two random teams in each of the three classes at all the rounds. “The support Lucas Oil Products gives WERA Motorcycle Roadracing is priceless to us. That and the fact that Lucas Oil Products are awesome makes this a great relationship,” said Evelyne Clarke, CEO of WERA Motorcycle Roadracing.

Lucas Oil’s Mark Sromalla added, “Lucas Oil Products is once again proud to be a part of and support the WERA West and National Endurance Series. All the folks/staff over at WERA have been very supportive of Lucas Oil Products on and off the track. More importantly the riders we have met and talked to at the races have given us very positive feedback regarding our products not only for their motorcycles but for their automotive needs as well. It’s a great partnership and we look forward to a safe and fun 2013!”

The first round of the WERA West Sportsman Series kicks off this weekend at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA on Sunday, January 13th. Fastrack Riders will be hosting a practice day and WERA School on Saturday the 12th. The series moves to the Las Vegas Classic Course on February 9/10 with a Friday Track Day hosted by Racersedge.com. The Vegas event will have Solo and Vintage Racing on Saturday and a full slate of Sprint racing on Sunday. Both facilities will have tickets available at the gate and camping is available at both venues.

WERA Motorcycle Roadracing was founded in 1973 and remains the foremost place to develop talent in the sport of motorcycle Roadracing. The legacy of Pro riders on a National and World level is legendary. All events are run by WERA Motorcycle Roadracing and they go coast to coast offering entry level racing with the Pirelli/WERA Sportsman Series as well as a Pro-Am Series with the Michelin/WERA National Challenge Series which includes the only traveling Endurance Series in the US using the World Endurance platform for most of the rules.

For more information on WERA Motorcycle Roadracing please check out our web site at wera.com!

From a press release issued by Miller Motorsports Park:

An iON Speed Pro camera.

iON Speed Pro Named Official Camera of Miller Motorsports Park
Multi-year agreement includes event sponsorship

TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH – Miller Motorsports Park is pleased to announce a multi-year agreement with iON Worldwide, a global consumer electronics company known for bringing Shoot/Share(tm) Wi-Fi connectivity to point-of-view (POV) cameras, that names the iON Speed Pro(tm) as the Official Camera of Miller Motorsports Park.

One of three iON cameras being introduced today at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the ultra-lightweight and waterproof iON Speed Pro is optimized for high-speed motor and marine sports with full 1080p HD resolution and a 170-degree wide-angle lens. A variety of easy-to-use mounts allow users to attach the camera to their car, motorcycle, boat or other vehicle, ensuring that it’s always perfectly positioned to capture the action. When paired with iON’s signature Wi-Fi PODZ(tm), the Speed Pro camera enables users to immediately upload their videos to social sites using the iON Camera app for iOS and Android. The Speed Pro’s capabilities can be seen in newly released videos shot by Team iON member and former World Rally Champion Petter Solberg in France and Finland.

“We are very pleased to name the iON Speed Pro as the Official Camera of Miller Motorsports Park,” said John Larson, General Manager of Miller Motorsports Park. “iON is a very innovative organization, and their Speed Pro camera is perfect for motorsports applications. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with iON, and to creating many great memories for our staff and our guests with the iON Speed Pro camera.”

“The iON Speed Pro is being increasingly used by professional racers and we’re honored that it is now the Official Camera of Miller Motorsports Park,” said Giovanni Tomaselli, CEO, iON Worldwide. “With the worldwide availability of the iON Speed Pro, consumers and pros alike can now shoot and share their high-speed adventures. We are excited to be helping racing enthusiasts capture and share their biggest moments.”

Simultaneous to the Speed Pro launch, iON is kicking off its partnership with Miller Motorsports Park. iON cameras will be the exclusive POV cameras used and sold at Miller Motorsports Park, and iON will be the title sponsor of a major event at Miller Motorsports Park in 2013. iON will also have a visible presence at Miller Motorsports Park, with signage prominently displayed throughout the venue as well as on helmets used in MMP’s driving and riding schools and kart center. iON cameras will be used by instructors and made available for student use at all Miller Motorsports Park schools, including the Ford Racing High Performance Driving School, Ford Racing F-150 SVT Raptor Assault, Boss Track Attack and Yamaha Champions Riding School.

For more information on the iON Speed Pro, visit the company’s website at www.ioncamera.com.

For more information about Miller Motorsports Park, call 435-277-RACE (7223) or visit the track’s website at www.MillerMotorsportsPark.com

From a press release issued by NEXX USA:

NEXX USA to extend 2013 sponsorship deadline and announce David Blakeney to support US Racing Operations.

Washington, DC – NEXX USA has been receiving an immense amount of requests for sponsorships and have decided to extend our sponsorship deadline to February 28, 2013 to be eligible to receive full benefits. A set program will be available for any racer after this, but will not include some of the full benefits that early registrants will receive. Continuing onto our second year of racing support we have structured multiple packages for racers that fit into certain categories of ability such as promotional, finishing results, and overall community depth.

We are happy to continue our racing sponsorship program and support racing in the US. We are continuing to grow our local race support programs now available in Southern California and Mid-Atlantic areas to support those local communities in their NEXX Helmet support.

Continuing on with GEICO Motorcycle AMA Pro Road Racing Support NEXX USA is proud to announce our newest addition to the family supporting our Racer Support Director position, David Blakeney, formerly of Riders Discount Vesrah Suzuki. David will be attending, tentatively, the first two rounds of GEICO AMA Pro Road Racing events to begin to establish relationships and build a repertoire for his service center, ultimately planning for the rest of the 2013 season.

“Our first year of GEICO Motorcycle AMA Pro Road Racing sponsorships in 2012 was a great learning experience for us and a great way to get our name out in the racing paddock. We want to continue growing our brand within the paddock while also servicing and awarding those racers who are promoting our brand on and off the track,” says Stephen Lim, NEXX-USA. “Our decision to hire David was because of his impeccable work ethic and punctuality while being a pit crew member during the 2012 season, so we are confident he can provide the impeccable customer service we expect.” We will also have David managing all of our nationwide, local service providers, providing service to numerous race organizations such as WERA, CCS, CMRA, CVMA, AFM, and more.

“I’m very excited to become part of the NEXX-USA family. They have a great product and I’m really looking forward to helping them grow the brand. Being the second year in the GEICO Motorcycle AMA Pro Road Racing paddock I plan to continue building new relationships while providing the same great service to the racers we support. The 2013 season is only a few months away and I can’t wait to get going. I just want to thank NEXX-USA for the opportunity and I look forward to representing them proudly,” says David Blakeney

You may contact NEXX-USA Racer Support Department at RS@NEXX-USA.COM or you can call directly at 888-968-6399.

For all Sponsorship Inquiries, please email your racer’s resume to rs@nexx-usa.com

From a press release issued by Krystyna Kubran’s publicist

Krystyna Kubran.

Photo by Brandon Bones/Studio819.

WERA Racer Krystyna Kubran lands a new sponsor for 2013 and Women Riders/Racers everywhere may rejoice in more suit choices!

WERA racer Krystyna Kubran (#352) is excited to announce a new partnership with Cortech for 2013 and that she had the pleasure of trying out her first custom Cortech suit during the last few races of 2012.

“This is incredibly exciting as there are so few options for leather suits for women riders on the market, even these days, and I’m thrilled to work with Cortech in that they’ve made a few women’s suit for some notable lady racers recently,” Kubran commented regarding the unique issue facing women riders.

“There are few off-the-rack suits that fit women well, and many do not offer the safety features, like a ‘speed hump.’ I will not ride without one, as I contribute this feature to literally saving my neck in crashes in the past. I was drawn to Cortech’s great safety focus,” Kubran noted.

The 2012 Roadracing World Track Day Directory featured Kubran, among many other talented lady racers, in an article covering the unique issue of full leather racing suits fitting women’s bodies.

“Cortech worked closely with me in getting the fit correct and still keeping it flattering. Having a flattering fit is important to me, as is protection – it’s a girl thing,” Kubran commented in regards to Cortech. “Cortech was very professional and listened to my needs and desires for the suit. As women, we have significantly varying body types, and it’s not as easy to make a one-type-fits-many suit.”

“This Cortech suit fits incredibly well, and one of my favorite parts is how it hugs my body – like a glove. It doesn’t feel baggy in any areas, and this fit makes me feel more protected knowing it will not move or cause issues should I crash. It also has fantastic venting and stretch panels that make it easy to stay cool in the Southern California heat while providing considerable range of motion. Cortech did an absolutely fabulous job on my logo graphics. They are printed onto patches, and the resolution of the logos look crisp and vibrant!

“My favorite part, though, was being able to select the colors and have a small hand in the suit design.

“I highly recommend women consider a custom suit, as the pricing is very competitive with an off-the-rack suit and the market still doesn’t have a great selection of suits for women who race and ride on the track. Ladies, think of how hard it is to find a pair of jeans that fit right. Now think of how hard it is to find a good fit for your whole body,” advises Kubran.

Kubran’s final comment, “I’m looking forward to representing Cortech in 2013. They are helping me to balance femininity with professionalism on track.”

More on Cortech:

The Cortech line may be found at cortechperformance.com and have made custom suits for many AMA Pro Racing and notable club racing riders.

More on Kubran:

Krystyna Kubran swept the 2012 WERA West Women’s Superstock Championship and Formula Femme for the 2012 California State Championship. She had a best finish of 4th in the Open Superstock WERA West and California State Championship final on board her 2006 Graves refreshed Yamaha R1.

From a press release issued by Full Spectrum Power

Sterling, Va. – Full Spectrum Power is now accepting race sponsorship and support applications for the 2013 racing season. All riders and teams that are interested in using the world’s best lightweight batteries in 2013 are encouraged to send their resume and with 2013 racing plans or portfolio via email, to sponsorship@fullspectrumpower.com. Applications will be accepted from December 15, 2012 through January 31, 2013.

Full Spectrum Power works with racers and teams in all motorsports disciplines. From club level road racing, to FIM World Championship factory teams, we provide lightweight battery products and technical support services that are without equal.

About Full Spectrum Power

Based in Sterling, Virginia, Full Spectrum Power produces the world’s best lightweight batteries. Since 2009, Full Spectrum Power supported riders and teams have won races and championships in every major power-sports race series, from AMA Pro Road Racing, Supercross, Motocross, and Flat Track, to ECTA, MIROCK, ADRL, AHDRA, and the FIM World Championship.

www.fullspectrumpower.com

From a press release issued by Dunlop

Buffalo, NY: 2012 has proven to be a successful year for Dunlop-shod club racers across the country, and we would like to congratulate the long list of champions.

Georgia Bulldog’s, BEI/Dunlop Development Team clinched the overall WERA Endurance championship for the second year in a row while in Northern California Ricky Corey wrapped up the number one plate for overall Championship in the AFM division. Dunlop’s very own Mark Degross came on strong capturing multiple overall wins in the Northwest this year as well. In the CMRA division, from the lone star state through Oklahoma and on to the big easy, Dunlop riders clinched the top 10 in the expert ranks. Dunlop’s “Village Idiots” went on to win Big Bike Endurance Overall Championship as well as C Superbike Endurance Championship. In the centennial state of Colorado, Dunlop clinched 21 of 27 championships, with marathon man Shannon Moham taking multiple titles. Over in Oregon and Washington, Dunlop riders were able to capture 18 #1 plates within the OMRRA and WMRRA series.

Dunlop riders also sealed the deal on many championships in the WERA West series, with Robert Chavez taking it all in the Senior Superbike Middleweight class. The Southeast region was Dunlop dominated as well. Florida’s very own Charlie Mavros and Jeff Lampe brought home class titles for the state as well as the Southeast region for the CCS series. In the mighty Midwest, Ricardo Valdez took home the title of Overall Expert Champion amongst many others. In the action packed, Mid Atlantic region Mark Miller, Scott Greenwood, Eric Wood and Rick Doucette dominated in both the CCS and LRRS series.

Dunlop would like to congratulate all of the riders for a successful season, especially the following 2012 champions:

Chris Bostron, Jason Harper, Steve Hildum, Gene Brown, Austin Carroll, David Wright, David Marod, Ken LaLonde, Mark Degross, Jerry Kassebaum, Steve Bleistein, Tony Connell, John Orchard, Blake Cochran, Brandon Cleland, Chris Headley, Ryan Johnson, Lindsey Redfern, Connor Blevins, Derek Wagnon, Mike James, Bobby Davies, Enoc Garza, Shannon Moham, Nik Lenski, Matt Diehl, Dan “Otis” Turner, David Mobley, Jason Madama, Wyeth Jackson, Pat Lansu, Mike Applegate, Ed Gunzman, Kenny Anderson, Steve Metz, Tim Weig, Don McClary, Robert Chavez, Mike Duke, Roland Wheeler, Paradigm Racing, A.J. Amman, Benny Solis, Ramin Ershadi, Lenny Hale, Tom Montano, Jesus Sanjurjo, Michael Altamirano, Ricardo DePena, Geoff Osterman, Billy Etheridge, Tim Beimsderfer, Team-Kinetic, Sean Dwyer, Jimmy Merck, David Brown, Nick McFadden, Jamie Lee Murray, James Stroud, Jessical Butel, Ricardo Valdez, Brian Hall, John Laconte, Kollin Kozik, Michael Herrenbruck, Todd Carlson, Mark Miller, Eric Helmbach, Alex Shaw, Lloyd Bailey, Patricia Fernandez, Rick Doucette, Eric Wood, Scott Greenwood, Cory Hildebrand, Shawn Spear, Dennis Levesque, Doug Fogg, Alex Gilbeault, Trevor Chiappisi, Aaron Yates, Opie Caylor, Jeff Lampe, Charlie Mavros, Felipe Maclean, Ricardo Suna, Bob Damerau, Lee Farmer, Alan Slaney, Mitchell Lachowitz, Jose Fernandez, Nicholas Maclean, Phillippe Touya.

All 2013 sponsorship inquiries should be sent to steve@dunlopracing.com, and cmaynard@goodyear.com.

About Dunlop
Dunlop is the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S. and the only manufacturer of motorcycle tires in North America. With North American operations located in Buffalo, NY, Dunlop has been making and selling high-quality tires in the U.S. since 1923. For more information, visit www.dunlopmotorcycle.com.

From a press release issued by Triple Crown/Richie Morris Racing

Triple Crown Industries and Richie Morris Racing (Triple Crown / RMR) announced today a multi-year partnership with MotoSport.com. The online powersports parts and accessories giant will be a primary supporter in both Daytona SportBike and SuperSport for the upcoming 2013 AMA Pro Road Racing Series.

“Teaming up with Richie Morris Racing and Triple Crown Industries for the AMA Pro Racing series is an exciting proposition,” stated MotoSport.com CEO and President, Bill Butcher. “The team is very strong. They have experienced championship-winning seasons and their organization is well run on all levels. We are eagerly anticipating racing alongside them through the 2013 AMA Pro season and look forward to seeing the view from the podium.”

The team will feature Stefano Mesa and Santiago Villa carrying the MotoSport.com banner in SuperSport, while Bobby Fong (and possibly another rider) will compete for the Daytona SportBike championship.

“When Richie and I merged our efforts we immediately started structuring our plans around MotoSport.com. We first sat down with them to discuss 2013, however, by the end of the meeting we were talking about 2014 and beyond. I consider the race team a part of my extended family and MotoSport.com is a big part of that family,” said Dave Brite.

“It is exciting to have an industry leader by our side at the race track,” stated Richie Morris. “Motorcycle race fans are known to support the folks that roll up their sleeves and get involved in our sport. I fully expect that to happen for MotoSport.com. I can’t wait to unload at Daytona and watch Bobby (Fong) run up front in the Daytona 200!”

MotoSport.com was started by rider, Bill Butcher, who raced in the 1970′s and 1980′s and was looking for a far more expansive supply of parts and accessories for racers which could be obtained quickly and without the usual hassles and limitations of a dealership.

Today, MotoSport has become an industry leader that remains focused on providing customers with the parts they need when they need them and is one of the fastest growing retailers of power sports apparel, parts and accessories on the Internet today. From start to finish, MotoSport.com is dedicated to providing the best experience, anytime, anywhere. Check them online at MotoSport.com or call 866-677-7338 and join the best customers in the industry.

From a press release issued by JRi Shocks

JRi Shocks is now accepting road racing and drag racing resumes for the 2013 season. JRi Shocks is quickly becoming the bench mark of suspension in the industry, and throughout the 2012 season has been continually improving the product line.

Racers can apply for sponsorship by email to Tim@jrishocks.com

Visit our website at jrishocks.com

From a press release issued by FIXI Crescent Suzuki:

FIXI Crescent Suzuki is delighted to reveal a new partnership with the Voltcom Group becoming the latest company to join the British-based Superbike team on the world stage.

Voltcom Group’s principal business is in the provision of electrical services to the UK’s electrical transmission and distribution networks. Carrying out maintenance, refurbishment, new construction and installation across a wide variety of power operators, from low-level projects right through to the UK National Grid – including clients such as; Scottish Power, Balfour Beatty Group, Central Electric, Yorkshire Electricity, Scottish and Southern Energy, AMEC and Babcock International. The Voltcom Group also has a significant number of international projects and is currently involved in either long-term schemes, or beginning operations, in territories that the Superbike World Championship visits, such as Australia, Italy, Spain, Russia and the newest country on the calendar India. The Voltcom Group also provides industry specific light and heavy lift helicopter services by virtue of Voltcom Aviation; its fleet of specialist helicopters provides the safest and most reliable service to its customers in the most challenging of environments.

The Voltcom Group are committed to safety and meet the UK Industry Standards to the highest level. With safe, reliable and cost effective solutions to clients, Voltcom has managed to obtain ‘Triple A’ standards for safe working practices. On top of the supply of services, the Voltcom Group also has a comprehensive training programme which delivers a number of bespoke courses to the Overhead Power Lines (OHL) Industry globally. For more details on the Voltcom Group visit www.voltcomgroup.com

FIXI Crescent Suzuki is pleased to have the opportunity to work with a company that also regards safety as a main priority. The similarities between a high-performance motorcycle ridden at the extremes of World Superbike racing and the service and supply of live electrical power are an obvious association. It is this ‘stay safe’ ethos that FIXI Crescent Suzuki and the Voltcom Group are looking to promote as they join together for the 2013 Superbike World Championship.

Mark Wright – Voltcom Group, Managing Director:

“The Voltcom Group is very pleased to be entering into a completely new area with its sponsorship of motorcycle racing and the FIXI Crescent Suzuki World Superbike team. The Voltcom Group is fast becoming a global name – just as World Superbike already is – and the fit with a premium team that cares for safety as much as we do, was a major factor in our decision to get involved. The technologies involved in top-level motorcycle racing are similar to the ones we use in power and aviation industries, so it was all quite a natural fit. We are delighted to be associated with such a friendly, forward-thinking and competitive team as FIXI Crescent Suzuki. We are looking forward to the 2013 season and working with the team as they go all-out to get back to winning ways.”