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The way Trey Canard has been winning races for the last six months, he sure makes this motocross and supercross thing look easy. Kind of the same way he made it look so simple when his pro career started—winning the first three Lites SX races he ever entered, and leading just about every lap, too.
But between that Lites East Championship in 2008, last summer’s triumph in Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross and his two wins so far as a rookie in Monster Energy Supercross on a 450, there has been plenty of frustration.
Coming off the high of winning that 2008 Lites East crown, Canard couldn’t keep the momentum going. He took a beating early and often in that summer’s AMA Motocross tour, missing a race with a concussion, then later breaking his femur when tangling with a lapped rider at Washougal. He wasn’t quite ready when the ’09 West Lites SX tour opened up, and he crashed out of the Phoenix race, eliminating himself from title contention early. He led most of the East West Shootout over Christophe Pourcel and Ryan Dungey, only to falter again while lapping a rider. He began to build momentum again early in the AMA Motocross Series, but crashed and broke his wrist while leading the High Point National.
Canard would hold off veteran Chad Reed to capture his second career SX win.
Photo: Andrew Fredrickson
Canard could have easily gotten lost at that moment. He would miss the rest of the series, not racing again at the top level for six months. Worse, he was at one point slated to move to the 450 division before he was ready. The old rule book said Lites Supercross Champions only get one year to defend their title, and after claiming one in 2008, he would have been forced to the 450 for 2010. Luckily for him, the AMA amended the rules, and Canard got another shot on the 250s.
Ironically, it was the 450 that revitalized his efforts. Canard got a shot on the big bike as a replacement for the injured Andrew Short, and began delivering podium finishes. He started getting the mojo back. His late rally for the Lites West SX crown went down when he tangled with his teammate Blake Wharton in Seattle, and then his AMA Motocross tour started with a few sub-par rides. But Canard was on the verge, and after scoring a breakthrough first career MX win at Red Bud, things finally started to come together again.
Since then, there have been championships, MXoN wins and race wins in the biggest, most prestigious series in this sport. Right now, the moments are good for Trey. But it took perseverance through the bad times to get here.
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Canard was on it in JAX. He was scrubbin like mad. Nice riding Trey. I think Trey is going to be a threat in the outdoors.
Sweet read, go TC!! Hey Weege, is it true Windham lost out on a Championship because Reed had used a provisional to make his way through after not making the main one night?
Trey is a great rider he gets all of that from being a man in christ. I hope for him to get the #1 plate this year
What's not to like about this guy? Hope he keeps it rolling.
TC41 rode loose and relaxed. It showed in those scrubs and whips as previously mentioned. Really nice ride by a really nice guy. Go, Okie! :D
I like the way Canard scrubbed that jump to regain the lead from the veteran Reed, wat Reed hasn't learned how to scrub a jump yet? He's gettin outrode by the rookie!
I just heard a Loverboy song,, and it reminded me of JS.. He's not a man, or machine,, he's just something in between...
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Can anyone tell me what happened to the provisional to get into the main?
RV really could have used it!
Jamin, some guy on this page wrote that it has'nt been active for about 3 years now.
Go trey!! I remember when he got the holeshot in the LCQ, and did a fistpump over the first jump. The dude is fun! Pingree as TC's manfriend was hilarious. BE MY FRIEND <3
Reed used a provisional in Detroit in 2008 after a bad crash. He only salvaged 9 points by using the provisional. He won the title that year over Windham 365 to 352, so the 9 points alone wasn't quite enough to make up the gap (13 points), but who knows what would have happened...
Ya....TC41 was dialed on the JX track. His bike was right on and he looked really comfortable on it, even after CR22 made the pass on him ,his performance was unwavering .
I am thinking that Christ doesn't really follow or care about SX, so spare us the "man of Christ" B.S. as the reason he is doing well.
You may think you are giving props to "the man above" but it really denigrates the message of Jesus Christ, which has absolutely nothing to do with racing, winning, making lots of money or personal accolades.
the ama got rid of the provisional start rule 3 years ago. On the other hand, TREY CANARD IS THE MAN!
@ yzfsean...I absolutely agree. I can't stand all these kids getting on the podium and the first person they thank is the "Man above". It's sad that these kids have parents that have brainwashed them into thinking that they wouldn't be in this position if it weren't for some mythical figure. They are there because the rider and their team WORKED THEIR BUTTS OFF FOR IT! Period.
Trey has some nasty cool style, thats for sure. Look out James. We're replacing the Bubba Scrub with the Trey lay.
@Soog&yzfsean;.....I respect your beliefs, however I would only ask that you look into who Jesus is, what he did, and the relationship he wants to have with you before you dismiss him as a mythilogical figure, or someone who does not care. Trey and others are just giving props to their Father who created them, created everything, and gave them the talent to do what they do.
Great Job TC!!! I’m and Kaw fan but don’t mind seeing you win…
I think it’s great Trey thanks Jesus Christ, I even respect him more for his courage and belief. Obviously you don’t know what it means to be a Christ follower.
When you get on the podium you can thank who you like......
Hey mxmofo if it wasn't for Bubba these past 5 years this sport would be non existent. He has brought this sport to another level that no one else has ever done. Say and bash all you want but people can recognize and know of the sport because of him. At his young age he has given back to the sport that has blessed him and his family, he also gives back just the same. He is someone kids should look up to and should call there hero. He has true determination and professionlisim on and off the track. No one in the sport has contributed as much to the sport as him. God Bless him, without him the sport would fall by the way side. Cheers Bubba from your true north fan in Canada. Full Throttle Eh!!!
This article is all about the career of Trey Canard and not on the 450 race at Jacksonville. I know Trey won the race, but what about the rest of the story?
I, too, get a bit agitated when riders thank "Christ" or "God" for something that they themselves (and their team mates) busted their arses to accomplish. You can believe in a deity all you want but in the end it is simply that; YOUR belief, nothing more. And it doesnt matter how deeply or passionately you believe, it still doesnt prove the existence of ANYTHING.
Hawk.. Nice explaining.. But Soog&yzfsean; have a very valid point.
You wrote.. " I would ask that you look into who jesus is.." It's utter rubbish to thank the guy above while knowing perfectly the profession they chose.. I seriously doubt that is what Jesus wanted them to do? Either they were wrongly advised on who jesus is or they are as stupid as they come...
Never heard a preacher or a joel osteen type of guy, encourage the members of his congregation to "Go out!! Train hard on those bikes!!! And get us a championship... Because it is written.. "
One being a christian is perfectly alright... They ought to study more themselves their christian beliefs before giving their thank you speech.
@Hondaka, before man actually sent rockets into outer space, there was no way to know for sure what was outside of our atmosphere. Once someone experienced it either through instruments placed there or by personally being there, the word was spread as to what space consisted of. God is kind of the same way. He exists, but unless you seek him, you will not know him. Trey is doing what Jesus tells all believers to do.... Once we experience God, and know him, we just tell others about him and what he has done for us in our lives
Teeps99.. Being a bit biaised of Stewie?? There have been numerous individuals who have elevated the sport... 70's.. Hannah was the man...
80's... RJ was the man... 90's... MC did a lot to make the sport more mainstream TV wise... 00's... RC was there to promote the sport.... CR as being the next "import" to win on US soil...
Difference with Stewie... His colour. Most mechanized sports have been pre-dominant done by white couloured people... Throw in some colour.. It attracts a great deal of people who previously could not give 2 cents on the sport.
All I am trying to say... Stewie will have no doubt contributed... But not all lies in his sheer talent and crash-win attitude... But more on his outward appearance.
@Didierlotsyeng, Jesus was a carpenter. The bible tells believers that in whatever we do, we should do it for the glory of the Lord. In other words, whatever our profession, give thanks to God who put you there.
Teeps99,,, couldnt have said it better myself. He is BY FAR the most fun to watch. Anyone who can still walk after what he's went through in the last few weeks, cant be 100% human..
Hawk.. True... He was but only because Jesus took the human form while being on earth... He fulfilled the duties of every human. (Yeah, i did read the book), but he was on earth for a higher purpose...
And my friend.. while being carpenter... he was not preaching... He gave up his job and then started preaching.
I get the point that they (Christians or anyone who believes in the big guy above) that they should be thankfull... Nothing wrong with that.
You seriously think in those 2-3 mns interview by giving a thank you (worth 2-3 secs) that contributes as being a christian?
Never asked yourselves why most corporates have in their compulsory work ethics courses, specific guidelines on freedom of religions. The AMA should do the same.. Paying these young christian riders, huge sums of money, and they give bullcrap thank you speeches..
Unless Honda sees fit that they will sell more bikes within the christian community... By all means... Thank the big guy even more.
Let me remind you once again.. This is a sport where the primary goal is to entertain the race fans.. And contribute to selling more dirtbikes.
mxmofo.. I agree... he's fun to watch as he is the only one stupid enough to keep this crash-win attitude... And he's not afraid to push the enveloppe on numerous occasions.
The guy reminds me a lot like Mansell in F1... Biggest idiot F1 could have... But he was fast and not afraid to over drive...
The guy won only 1 championship.. but he had a huge fan base and people loved him for this.
I put Stewie in the same category...
RV2 can get mad at Boni all he wants, but his bike did not look "Jacked-up" to me, he could have remounted and qualified through the heat instead of banking on the LCQ.
Hopefully Stewart comes back full-throttle. TC41 is on "FIRE".
Great season, definately one, if not, the best SX season so far.
Thanking god for keeping them safe? Do you blame him when you get hurt? RV and trey need some( practice) on practicing religion.
Thanks Hawk for the words of wisdom...
@Didierlotsyeng, Its a age-old arguement. I guess we will find out within 50 to 75 years fom the "man above" himself if we have been faithful to his direction. Although, I would be a bit worried for anyone who is offended or just slightly irritated by the mention of Gods name name in a thank you speech, no matter the setting.
It's all very clear! KEEP RELIGION OUT OF SPORTS!!!! Go to YOUR CHURCH and say what you want. But stop insulting intelligent people with your make believe dreams. This is a motocross race and a motocross forum, NOT a church or religious forum.
I am DISGUSTED with any pro rider who uses their celebrity and microphone to push their misguided beliefs on other human beings!!!!!!!
Amen to that Scottydog!!! It sounds so forced coming out these guys, but it's in all sports. Must be a prerequisite to being a pro athlete. Wonder if anyone would freak if someone got on the mike and screamed some muslim or hebrew stuff. Betchya all the pro jebus dudes on here would be the first to snapshow. Whatever. The racing's good.
@donovan, did you see the race? villopotos rear fender was almost completely sideways, plus it looked like he was in a bit of pain, it wasnt just a tipover in a corner..
@Scottydog,.....I am sorry that you are disgusted,.....but that is my point. Ask yourself why something that is so briefly mentioned fluffs your dander so much. The answer is that most people are afraid that it may be true...that God may just exist. And if he does exist, they are either really mad at him or they are afraid of him because they dont live lives God would call exactly good.
@mxmofo, listening to "Loverboy" and thinking of Stewie?? Hmmmm? @Scottydog, why such a problem with a guy having religion?? Its a free country and he can believe what he chooses, just like you are free to not believe. And he is free to profess his beliefs all he wants and you are free not to listen or read about it. And you are "disgusted" because a guy has religious beliefs?? Wow!! how lame ass are you. Alot of things going on in this world that digusts me, and a guy living a good clean life isnt one of them..
I totally disagree that james has brought a lot to the sport because of race. He has brought a lot to the sport because of his unbelievable talant and desire to win and I will add, he has displayed mostly a great attitude and sportsmanship. I hate any kind of racizm. I do not believe he has done more for the sport than any of the recent stars, HE needs the sport more than the sport needs him. I am glad he is here, we all have enjoyed watching him.
Now, If some of the the guys want to thank God or whoever they want to thank when they win it's their right and it's a free country with free speech. I wish the speeches had more variety but when I have just rode my heart out and won lets let them say what they want and feel what they want. I am not a big fan of religion but jeez guys can you not find something better to whine about ???
Heres hoping James feels better and this great season just gets better, last weekends race was a rare one that was not JS or RV fault, I call it luck. I am rooting for RV and have no problem with any rider out there, each week finds me just waiting for next sat nite !!!
I really feel that the mains should be at least 20 min and the 250 class at least 15min. don't care for the smaller tracks but if budjet is whats driving this then lets do 20 min plus two--- please AMA !!!
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TO HAWK:
Hawk wrote: @Scottydog,....."I am sorry that you are disgusted,.....but that is my point. Ask yourself why something that is so briefly mentioned fluffs your dander so much."
That's YOUR answer! My answer....... Read all of written history... religion is responsible for every war, right up to our time. Nothing but murder and suffering in the name of "God". "God" does not kill people!...People with "Gods" kill people!!
Take your and your riders opinions to a RELIGIOUS FORUM. I will not respond unless it is about motocross. KEEP RELIGION OUT OF SPORTS!!!!!!!!
To ScottyDog... No, thank you. I will continue to talk about God. Free speech. Tune me out if you dont like it. Turn your tv off if you dont like the speeches.
People with a lack of understanding about God are the ones who cause the wars you speak of. The oppression you speak of. Much like yourself....telling me I cannot speak of it because it offends you. Oppression and aggression defined.
I met a fellow like you once....same arguement. Said he was an intelligent person. I challenged him when I said "It seems to me that an intelligent person would personally investigate if God exists" He said "I have". I asked in what way.....and he said he could find no evidence in any book or event that God exists. I asked him if he would ask God personally in prayer with me if he existed. He was reluctant, but I led him in the sinners prayer, and asked him if there was anything he needed to say to God. He said "I hate you" to God. Then he realized he believed even if it was in hate at the time.. That man met God that day just because he personally explored the possibility. He is now a pastor.
The point is this.......dont dismiss God just because of what you hear or dont hear from other people. Take the time to personally find out if he exists, you may be surprised at what you will find.
GREAT RACE TC41 WAS ON IT AND SO WAS REED BUT REED RODE SMART AND NOW HE IS ONLY 7 POINTS DOWN!! NICE TO SEE HONDA DOMINATE IN JAX!!!
To Hawk:
Typical religious fanatic ..... you just have to shove your beliefs on everyone.... showing no respect for anyone on this MOTOCROSS Forum. Go preach your fantasy stories to people and forums that want to discuss that subject. We talk motocross RACING here.
But I can almost guarantee your next post will not be about racing. You will DISRESPECT everyone and continue to push your "God agenda" using and I quote "freedom of speech" as an excuse.
I do wonder how the AMA/networks would react if a rider were to thank the god of a less Western religion. That said, I really don't want to bother myself with questions like that, to the point that I'm 'disgusted' at the things an awesome dude like Trey Canard says on the podium.
I defend James Stewart incessantly on these and other boards because I really do think he's a good guy, and that people judge him unfairly. But this--this does not bother me. Worry about yourself. That's the advice I'd give to anyone who's troubled by this sort of thing. If everyone did that, they might not take a passing mention of Christ on the podium as an assault on their personal freedoms. Life's too short for that kind of shit.
Religion is for the under-educated and those with nothing "Physically" good in their life.
America needs to stop brain washing its population, and stop teaching kids that the world was created in 7 days or whatever the F they are spinning these days.
Religion is a hoax for power gain and control of masses.
You all sound like kids talking about Santa..... Sad really.
It's funny how offended some people get when someone mentions God. Who cares? It's a free country last I checked. The same people crying foul are also the ones telling those who believe that they are misguided. Seems as though now you are pushing your beliefs on others.
Discussing and arguing religion creates war. Sure thank God for staying safe and healthy but enough is enough. It's SX not church!!!!
...Don't look now, but Reedy is SERIOUSLY in the hunt. Watch out for The Wizard too. RD1 is due for a 3 race win streak...but i'll be happy with a holeshot. Baby steps back to the top!
@mxmofo, speaking of 'not 100% human':
://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS3TOIfy85s
at 5:00 - 5:30 are two crashes, that occured within 7 days, in 2006.
He did miss the next round, but he wanted to ride, and mike fisher wouldn't let him.
People can say what they want, but he is pretty damn tough.
I also foumd this gem : unadilla 2002 reed stewart altercation, where the bad blood began.
://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7o0aHp6HezQ&feature=related
I didn't think Trey would get any wins this year, and would be battling to get on the podium. So I was wrong...what of it?
Everyone but Reed has made huge mistakes or had bad luck this year. I look for Canard to go on a win streak and really close up the gap at the end. 27 points down now, but so was Reed was down 24 a week ago.
I would love to hear Canards thank you speech if he won the championship, but can he overcome the deficit? I remember the 250 mx championship last year.....didnt look even remotely possible for Canard to pull it off, and yet he got it.
why are these people fightin about religion..its motocross..not church.canards been ridin hard,pullin some tough outcomes,throwin good lap times,and bein decently consistent,reed..is just catchin a break from villo and bubba bein down,and windham was finally behind reed from the get go..reeds just caught some luck to make him (look fast)..although hes washed up,ella grace or whatever her name is,prolly hates her own australian quee* husband,lol...ello america,they call my kangaroo jack mate! would love to see a major goon ride lap after canards championship *-!-* thats gonna be the lap of a lifetime right there,i wonder how mcgrath feels about canard,takin after him..nacnac?! wtf is that,ohhhhhhh now everyone knows the nacnac,he started the era of "tricks" and brought supercross to a new perspective,gave it "teen spirit" for nirvana fans,now canards givin back to the sport as much as hes takin..congrats and best of luck and gods speed,lol..theres my half of religion!
bd200,,, once again,, you dont understand.... Loverboy SINGS THE SONG that made me think of JS. LOVERBOY is a ROCK BAND,,,, not a song... Do you understand now ??
trick,, those are awesome .... thanks..
trick... Ha,ha.. Remember that race... Stewie retaliated in his own way to what Reedie mentioned in some interviews during the lites class season.... So he wanted to humiliate Reedie... Which he did.
Had a aussie friend... He was pissed and wowed to break stewie's legs if ever he came to europe.. Ha,ha.. Though he got over it when reed won in 04' the SX title..
Wow, I didn't mean to start a big religious discussion. I am not offended by peoples beliefs, I just think it is extremely presumptous to think that Jesus Christ gives a damn about supercross.
In fact, based on what I know about the New Testament I think that Jesus would say to forsake the trappings of fame and riches and follow him to spread the word. Supercross at the pro level is all about fame, riches, selling airtime on TV, selling tickets and selling bikes. It is big business and enteratinment, not religion!
@Didierlotyeng, it sounds like your assuie friend and 'snorlax', need to hook up, for some tag team action, in the octagon. how do the euro's feel about stewart in general? divided like over here?
mxmofo, I know who Loverboy is , It was a joke, God your a clown lighten up would you??
Holly f in. Religious. Friggin talk. Shut the he'll up already All wars in history were caused by different dumb ass beliefs. Enough said. Love that sx though !
trick.. ha,ha.. Well, aussies are aussies.. He's now more into M.Webber.. And cusring a young german by the name of Vettel..
Stewie is popular among the coloured people in general through out Europe or the average European who just being pissed the americans dominate the sport.. They think it's funny a coloured dude dominates to a certain extent, in white dominated sport. In France especially.. The typical Frenchies, think he is out of control and shud be banned from the sports.. Again.. France still believes CP will be the next JMB.. Euh.. yeah?
In Germany... They have the own stars, with Roczen stealing the limelight... Do not spend time on the German forums.. Too formal... Plus, i work for a German company.. That's enough for me..
The Belges... Ha,ha... Belgium has a big immigration problem.. So u can already guess.. Everts is still in their hearts and mind the GOAT... And they basically shit on everybody else...
hope the outdoors nationals will be shown on some local sports TV stations... Shud create more interest.
The sport in general is still very small.. And never really took the same proportions as what you guys get to enjoy.
yes its finally friday supercross is here again,got my motor runnin for a wild weekend,finally friday canards out of control,forget two two motorsports and let the good times roll..!!!!! :) they say im special..but in my own eyes,im the master of mullets:)