Saskatchewan-born rider, Shawn Maffenbeier, officially started his chase for the National Triple Crown late February in Abbotsford, BC. Despite the challenging track conditions, the Swift Current-born rider placed second in the event, just behind BC resident Carson Brown. Maffenbeier, 2017 MX2 Canadian National Champion and member of the 2017 Canadian team for the FIM Motocross… Continue reading SK Racer Shawn Maffenbeier Places in National Triple Crown
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Sask Racers Prep to Chase National Triple Crown
While most of Saskatchewan lies buried under snow and frozen soil, Motocross racers across Canada have a chance to start their chase for a new Triple Crown title. Saskatchewan-born racer and last years’ MX2 National Championship winner, Shawn Maffenbeier and other high ranking teams will be traveling to Abbotsford, BC for the first race in… Continue reading Sask Racers Prep to Chase National Triple Crown
Kennedy Lutz: A chat with the fastest girl in Canada!
One of the fastest, if not the fastest, girl in Canada, 17-year-old Kennedy Lutz brought a national title home to Yorkton, Saskatchewan after winning the Canadian Women’s East MX National Championship. I was able to catch up with Kennedy and get to know this national title winner a little more. Hi Kennedy, thank… Continue reading Kennedy Lutz: A chat with the fastest girl in Canada!
SK MX Rider Reflects on International Race
Only two weeks ago, Shawn Maffenbeier was one of three Canadians to represent Canada in the biggest international event in the Motocross Sport, the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP). Now, Maffenbeier looks back with pride and forward with determination. After a successful summer racing in the CMRC Pro-Nationals and ultimately taking the MX2… Continue reading SK MX Rider Reflects on International Race
SK Motocross Wraps Season, Celebrates Memories
As outdoor racing drew to a close, the Saskatchewan Motocross Association (SMA) wrapped up its season and participated in a memorial race in honor of Lucas Backman. The eighth and final round in the SMA provincial races was held on September 17, at the Millstone Raceway in Yorkton, SK; where approximately 200 riders from… Continue reading SK Motocross Wraps Season, Celebrates Memories
A Chat With Shawn Maffenbeier
Shawn Maffenbeier, born and raised among the native grasses of Swift Current Saskatchewan will soon be one of the three motocross athletes to represent Canada at an international motocross event. I caught up with Shawn one afternoon to chat about his past summer, his recent national championship results, and the future international event. But first,… Continue reading A Chat With Shawn Maffenbeier
MX Racers Do SK Proud at Nationals
As national motocross racing came to a close over the August 17-20 weekend, Saskatchewan was well represented at the CRMC Grand Championship. For the first time in over 25 years, a western track held the popular event, and riders from several provinces travelled to Kamloops BC to battle for their titles. “It was… Continue reading MX Racers Do SK Proud at Nationals