Josiah had 2 practices on Monday, one for each of the classes he is competing in. They went well . Josiah worked on getting to know the track.
Today racing started at 7.30am. Josiah's moto ( 85cc 9-11yrs modified) wasn't until this afternoon at 4pm. At 2pm he started getting geared up. Then at 2.30, he went with Andy to the jetting area to warm up (not had there was much need for that in the 100F + heat.) Then down to the start line. It is a spoon draw for the first gate pick. Josiah got the 17th gate pick. That was cool as his riding number for Loretta's is 17. So don't be looking for 413. Numbers are allocated between 10 and 99. So Josiah opted to have 17 in support of Olly who is here to support him.
The gate dropped and Josiah shot out. I thought he had the holeshot but just missed out turning the corner in second. He raced well, in the heat and finished 6th. We are very pleased with the result as the 42 riders are all fast.
Tomorrow is the 1st race for the stock class. Josiah's race is at 10am.
At rider's briefing it was very cool as there was a guest appearence by Loretta Lynn. The crowd went wild.
Not sure when I will get back to McDonalds to update the blog but will when I can borrow another car.
Bye for now
Janine
Today racing started at 7.30am. Josiah's moto ( 85cc 9-11yrs modified) wasn't until this afternoon at 4pm. At 2pm he started getting geared up. Then at 2.30, he went with Andy to the jetting area to warm up (not had there was much need for that in the 100F + heat.) Then down to the start line. It is a spoon draw for the first gate pick. Josiah got the 17th gate pick. That was cool as his riding number for Loretta's is 17. So don't be looking for 413. Numbers are allocated between 10 and 99. So Josiah opted to have 17 in support of Olly who is here to support him.
The gate dropped and Josiah shot out. I thought he had the holeshot but just missed out turning the corner in second. He raced well, in the heat and finished 6th. We are very pleased with the result as the 42 riders are all fast.
Tomorrow is the 1st race for the stock class. Josiah's race is at 10am.
At rider's briefing it was very cool as there was a guest appearence by Loretta Lynn. The crowd went wild.
Not sure when I will get back to McDonalds to update the blog but will when I can borrow another car.
Bye for now
Janine
Hi Josiah, you did very well yesterday, we are very proud of your achievements, ride well and safe. Love to you and mum
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