Between the Motos: Chad Reed
Monday, April 11, 2011 | 3:45 PM
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Chad Reed came into St Louis looking to make a move towards the front in this title chase but unfortunately for him, the 22 actually lost ground with his fourth on the night. The Honda rider has now had two off races in a row (one his fault, one not) and when I spoke to him today, he sounded a bit frustrated about his night in the Show Me State. As always with Reed, he was honest about his struggles and this upcoming outdoor season in this quick interview.
Racer X: Chad, fourth is definitely not where you wanted to be and I imagine you don’t want to rehash it but can you talk about the race?
Chad Reed: Yeah, pretty bummed on my performance. It was one of those days I didn’t feel well. I was fighting it all day long. It wasn’t the bike, it was me and it was one of those days. It was pretty much a mirror image of Indianapolis where I struggled all day long. I just couldn’t pull it together and I knew that triple/triple was going to be done in the main. When I went out for the parade lap in opening ceremonies and saw that they had worked on it. I knew we would do it then. I was off and I didn’t do it. Ryan (Villopoto) did it right in front of me and I don’t know- I just didn’t do it. Yeah, I landed on that Tuff Block but at that point, Ryan was doing the jump behind me and it was going to be tough to hold him off.
Reed's fourth was not what he was looking for in St. Louis.
Photo: Andrew Fredrickson
So you’re not that upset about that Tuff Block being there?
No, I mean it could’ve been worse, I could have crashed when I hit it and unfortunately Tuff Blocks seem to be coming on the track more and more. It’s part of racing and being in the right place at the right time. I’m just bummed that I didn’t jump that jump because I had a shot at being on the podium at the worst. I think I rode well in the main but I just didn’t get that jump and it pretty much ruined my lap and the rest of my race.
And I hate to bring this up but if you were doing the triple/triple, you would’ve sailed over the Tuff Block. Sorry.
Yeah, for sure. I was actually kind of scared because I knew Ryan was doing it behind me and when I hit the block, I was in the race line and luckily he was going more left than the other two were. Thankfully, he missed me.
What was the deal with you not being into it? The dirt? The city? Wake up on the wrong side of the bed?
Yeah, I don’t know. Maybe I just did wake up on the wrong side of the bed. I wouldn’t say I had a tough day-I didn’t crash-I was just off and couldn’t get comfortable. I was struggling in the turns. The dirt was a little looser than normal and I was struggling to stay in the bottom. I was going back and forth between three different front tires and I ended up where I started for the main event. It was one of those things and it wasn’t for a lack of trying.
With three races to go, can Reed win his third Supercross title?
Photo: Andrew Fredrickson
So looking ahead to Seattle this weekend, thoughts about the ruts and maybe the rain?
Yeah, I think that looking at the weather, we may have a wet one. At this point, I’m ready. It doesn’t matter and I’m excited to race no matter what. Seattle has been a tough race for me over the years. I also had some less than stellar races there, I’ve also crashed in the first turn a few times. I like the ruts, the weather doesn’t bother me and it brings a whole different feeling to what’s already a crazy supercross season. Looking forward to that!
Generally, the off weekend in the supercross series brings outdoor testing for most of the guys, are you going to do that?
To be honest with you, I was pretty pissed and pretty disappointed after this week’s race. Last week I was in a good position and nothing to do with me, my position was taken away from me. And then this weekend, it wasn’t a mistake-it was an off-weekend. It’s time to go, the championship is on the line and you can’t have those. You have to rise above that. I was bummed on myself, I came in from the race, took a shower and split. So after that, I pretty much decided right then and there that I don’t care about outdoors- I have to win this title.
I’m not even 100% committed to outdoors to be honest. There’s a lot of stuff going on with that, like am I going? When do we start testing? Are we going to hire another rider? After this weekend, I don’t even care. I shut it all down and for me, all I want to do is win this championship. It’s all that matters. I’m going to focus on this and win. I wish there wasn’t a weekend off, I would like to race straight through and then have two weeks off for the nationals. There are five guys going for this thing and they all have to do outdoor testing. I think none of us want to do it, we all want to win this thing. I think Trey’s going outdoor testing but he’s twenty points back and is a bit of a long shot for the title. I can see where he’s going to get ready for it.
For me, we have three races to go and it’s time for me to go for it. I have to show up and be better than I was this past weekend. It’s going to be good and being eight down sucks but it’s not that big a deal and I’m ready to pull it off.
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Trey had the mudder in San Diego in the bag but faltered, time for his own redemption, so I'm pulling for Trey or better yet KDub.
We need Reed to finish ahead of the 2 Ryans
Come on Seattle !!!!
That proves my point about guys who go for it, Right there Reed says he did not go for it and lost.
Hey Racer X , why dont you treat Reed like you do Stewart, Kiss his ass and make excesses for him and tell him how great he is ?
ANYONE BUT REED!!!!!!!!!ANYONE BUT REED!!!!!!ANYONE BUT REED!!!!!
Oh no "yzf125".......has RacerX been making "excesses" for Stewart??? Shame on them for making "excesses"!! Learn some vocab, dude!
You heard it here folks....Reed doesn't care about the outdoors, doesn't even know if he is doing it. I expect a full shellacking of him for making that statement...you know, like the one some of you give JS for "not caring" about the outdoors!!
Anyone:you read it.This guy has heart and balls doing it after putting up his own money and time and getting better as he is getting older.Been involved in MX since 74.Nuff said
I have been a fan since 74....forgot the I!
Get it done Reed!!!
Having said that...GO JAMES STEWART!!! nuff said (again)!!
bash all you want on the interview but just keep in mind and you can refer to Mathes last week on this, at least Reed, Canard, Dungey and Villo will give an interview win or not. Seems we only get an interview from other guy in the top 5 when he wins.
Either way, Reed tells it like it is right now for him and thats to concentrate on trying to win this title. Reed could be up in the air about the Nationals for the same reason that stew was when he didnt even make an attempt to back up his 08 season, and he was the ten million dollar man and refused to put one penny into racing the nationals for his fans ................ hhhmmm
YZF125 - This interview was done by Reeds butt buddy Mathes..plenty of ass kissin going on there I am sure. This week was just like the first 4-5 rounds...everyone stayed up, everyones bike stayed together, everyone made the main and Reed got 4th off the pace. Another lap and TC would have got him...Was Reed off, or is everyone just better???
Reed is afraid to race outdoors, especially with a stacked field like we are going to see this year.So he is quitting before the races even start to save himself from looking like a spode....
I really hope Chad can pull this championship off. It would be a hell of an ending to a great season.
Sniffle Sniffle....Tito, go get Reed a tissue...... He is more pissed cause Stewart walked away from him in the Heat race after Reed tried to dive under him AGAIN and won the main event while he was spoding in 4th.... Reed "I HAVE TO WIN THIS TITLE" cause he isnt winning the tri-fecta 3 Race bet he placed on the CR tu tu horse ...Not " I want to win "
78 Fan - Stewart (thats who your referring too) has done many interviews is recent weeks with other folks, a nice one last week with Steve Cox...Some riders just avoid Matthes I think or have other things to do.....
rick melon, you is da spode
As I said in a prior post, his heart just doesn't seem in it for the right reasons. It's more of a gambling problem this year. I'm still a fan though as his no bs interviews are great. Plus, you gotta admit, in a fist fight, Reed would beat the crap outa all of the top five haha.
It's called "focus" haters. Reed is in it to win it. Outdoors can wait. He's got a SX title to win. After that, bring on the Nationals!
Acejas - Thats funny, However In a fist fight I think Villopoto would whoop his ass...so would Stewart...
Focus??? The series is almost over, they have been "focused"...something tell's me everyone is "focused" who has a chance at the title....
Supercross only contracts suck. The outdoors is the real test of a champion. I bet Reed does not race the outdoors. Js7 probably won't either. I don't think they are scared they are SPOILED.
Trenton222 - I agree with you on that....Stewart wanted to race the outdoors and that is part of why L&M is no longer....Reed copied McGrath with the SX only because outdoors cause he got smoked.....Stewart went 24-0 and took a break, but he is ready to get back outdoor racing....that is where the true champions are crowned.
haha you guys are funny haha!
I think its funny hearing people complaining about Reed on this article but they took the time out of their day to read and article about Reed.Whats that say about you. It's plain and simple if you don't like Reed don't waste your time reading an article about him and leaving stupid comments. Go win this thing Reed and shut up all the haters!
Chad my friend, I have been a fan for years, but the last two races I do not see you pushing yourself like the other racers in the hunt for the championship... You were given a gift and had the points lead, and now you are falling behind again.
You gotta push, you have to do those triple-triple sections if the top riders are also... Riding conservative will not get you the crown at this point.
Make it happen, push, and then push harder!
There is not nearly as much prize/purse money involved with the nationals...So why would a guy with a fat supercross contract go through the grueling heat and length of National races for less money?? Yes McGrath did start this trend because he felt he could compete longer in supercross.
Ricky Melons: You are going to use a sniffle sniffle on Reed right now after this weekend? Yeah, James was all into the outdoors but L&M stopped him. Imagine anyone telling Stewart what he is going to do.....oh wait THAT us most likely why L&M is no more. Larry probably told Bubba that the TV show was a hindrance. Where do you people come form with this crap?
McGrath really killed it for MX, ever since he started this chicken shit sx only now a lot of riders wanna race only sx.
I think that a real champion shouldn't even think about not racing MX and the best solution would be for the AMA to crown the overall champion combining SX and MX points
Hey pao, it's not the rider that choses, it's their management!!
I like the answer Chad gave about Nationals. He's focused on the SUPERCROSS championship until the end, Like he should be. And how can anyone bash on him, He's one of the nicest guys on and off the track. You go Chad!!!!!!!
For F*&^ sake you wiener haters go home,
This is the best SX season since the 80,s
I cant wait to see who the winner is, because in all reality any of the top race winners deserve this Championship!
Dont forget that Reed is the only one of the top 5 with a wife and child. He has completely different priorities and other considerations to take into account when he has to decide whether or not to take HIS team to the Nationals.
with that said... he already posted pics two weeks ago on twitter of Guy building his outdoor practice bike. nothing is set in stone
you people are so funny. you all get on here and talk sh*t about these pro riders, call them whiners and such. There is a reason they are makin the money and you are watching from the couch. Ive never heard so many ridiculously stupid comments in my life. snif snif (acejas, rick melon, trend killer would be the main 3 idiots im reffering to)
@keepinitreal. I think there is some truth to that. I know I've heard some top ams say that, but when your talkin JS, CR, MC I don't think the its all about the management. Wouldn't you think riders of that caliber would have more say in those things? They could basically ride for whoever they want, and if one team isn't gonna let them do things the way they want the rider can simply not sign with them. Then find the team that is willing to match what they want. I'm sure JS knew full well he would get a nice summer vacation by signing with L&M, and that was probably one of the selling points. With the economy the way it is now I'm sure that takes some of the flexibility out of it... Well I guess I know it does, but if a rider really wants to ride both series he'll find a way. That's what I think anyway... But I'm just an online speculatator, and there's probably a reason for that.
I don't understand how anyone can bag on any of the top 5. These guys have busted their balls to get where they're at and they're risking their health riding balls out on tracks I wouldn't even try. Amazing dedication.
I suppose everyone's a critic.
I'm loving this season and I get pumped just watching them tear up these tracks on 450's. One of the best sports in the world, whether it be indoors or outdoors.
Now... let's get pumped for Seattle! :D
I don't care how good a rider is, some days things just don't click. You have to listen to that inner voice when you know subconsciously that something is wrong and you better not try that jump. Reed is one of the best in the world, but even a rider at that level can have that kind of day. It's not a simple matter of going for it. Racing is deeper than simply going for it or simply jumping every triple. There are many subtle aspects to it. If his compression dampening ("damping", lol) is a little too stiff, that could cause a slight traction problem that could kill perfect acceleration, where he could come up short. Tire selection, rubber compound, tire pressure, clutch adjustment, a thousand things.
Reed was smart not to jump that jump when he felt that way. It's better to finish, earn some points and not get carried out on a stretcher. Some days are just not your day.
Hey Reed!!!
It's time to heed!!
I order to lead, you will need more speed to do the deed!
@Tyler, we all like to sit at home and watch but MX & SX has taken a big hit financially, that's why Pourcel did not ride, no one was willing to pay him the money he demanded. Also, the TEAM gets a bargain when they can sign a big name guy and only pay him for 17 races instead of 29!! I would like to say that big name riders have all the say in their contract but they don't. Read Jeremy McGrath's book sometime, it's really a good read about the inner workings of a team. Larry Brooks was always interested in supercross only and funny at different times he was McGrath, Reed, and JS manager! L&M was about supercross only!
Some of you people need to actually read the article before you make comments on it. Reed only mentioned "not caring" about the outdoors right now because his focus is on the supercross title...Which is where it should be. He doesn't need to be worrying about the outdoors and bike testing, He has 8 points to make up! So before you write off Reedy and try to say that he doesn't care about his sport, just remember that he's invested his own money to get where he is this season...because he loves it. Keep up the hard work Reed.
sb161- Now that was the stupidest comment. What the h*ll are you talking about? I come here to voice my opinion on all matters of moto and have fun doing it. You think your better or any different? Oh wait you are, you don't have an opinion. You just like to whine about the other people on the boards and call names like a coward behind a keyboard. Worthless.
i don't like reed never have...arrogant SOB with his 4 karat diamond earrings. the only time the guy has ever won a championship is when the GOAT was out, and stewart was out.
He'll always be #3 to me!
I hope for the teams' sake, Reed does an outdoor program. To have his "race team" become a viable entity, he must have his rig on the road the whole season. Between "JSE" and "22 Motorsports", I think Reed's deal has a much better potential for success. If I were a rising talent with offers from JSE & 22 M/S on the table, the 2-2 deal would be a no brainer. For starters, Dave O. vs Big James? I think that pretty much sums it up right there and it only gets more lopsided from that point on........Still no word on WHO Pourcel is riding MX for????????
TUFF BLOCKS, I have another great idea. Why not line the track with basketballs? Is there any other racing oganization that would put up with foriegn objects being kicked around a race track?
Thanks pull4dunge .....Reed knows he will always be 2nd to RC and JS ....that's why he always has a chip on his shoulder
2 months of testing, 4 months on the road, beat from riding and crashes, stress from racing, team, press and away from family.
take a break...... and come back hungry and ready
It seems like the big JS nut huggers who love to call people haters are the first ones to hate on this guy no matter what he does. Hypocrites. Maybe Reed should stop being the only honest guy out there giving good interviews and dodge the media when he doesn't win like JS.
Hey @ Trend Killer - A chip on his shoulder? Really?
I read this and think that's a dude just tellin' it like it is and being very honest. Man - even mature. (Imagine that from a 20 something motocrosser)
WAYYY better than hearing " I just gotta give it up to...... And I couldn't do it without help from the good lord above" EVERY FREAKING TIME!!!!!
Oh & Rick Melon - You're a total knob jockey.
Just very glad to be watch the fastest riders in the world racing on my tv, be it SX-MX-motogp-amasb-worldsb speedtv is great tv. They all ride much better than I do.
Oh the irony, it was Bubba that kicked that tuff block out onto the track before Reed got snagged on it.
Go REEDY Go! To see a privateer win would be awesome!
@keepinitreal. I wasnt saying I was right and you were wrong at all. I was just giving my 2 cents. I realize that the economy has taken its toll on the sport. As for Pourcel, he could have had a ride if he would have settled for less money. Though I think there is more to that than what we all know. One thing I heard on that was that he really didnt wanna ride so he could do some healing, but if the price was right, and he couldnt pass it up then he would have rode. I cant blame him for that. Cant wait to see him outdoors.... and yes I do need to read MC's book, I kinda forgot he had one.
Carlsbad... Pourcel according to a french forum... Officially still has no team.. But he is already training on a KX450F he purchased at pro-circuit.
Micth P. also commented that he will also help CP ride the nationals in some way or the other as for some unknown reason he believes in the frenchie's ability.
As for Reed.. he mentioned months ago to matthes he will for sure ride the nationals, no matter what... And now he does not care?
I can only speculate that Reed is feeling the pressure from different angles.
1. His chances in winning 3 races (He's won 1 race so far) are becoming slim.. And he needs those three races wins to earn a shit load of $$..
2. Or win the championship.. but there is RV in great form and 3 other riders who can beat him..
3. Reed was hoping to prove Honda he was a safe bet.. but Canard winning 3 races and proving he's way cheaper and much better prospect than himself... There goes the ambition to have a factory support deal with Honda for next year..
As for JSE.. I know Brooks mentioned some time ago to Matthes that L&M was never fixated on the outdoors.. (Stupid is you ask me).... And Mike Kranyak sold his shares of the team to JSE... Here again I can only speculate, Brooks wanted more $$... Or he wanted to remain on the team... And maybe there were a difference.. Hence the loooooong family time off Brooks has been enjoying!
Anyway... I sure hope both teams and riders ride the nationals...
tyler.. A good thing you do not ventre on the french forums dedicated to motocross.. ha,ha.. It will alter your view of CP.
CP, was asking way too much $$... Rumours I remember reading on those forums.. He was asking a much more higher base salary than a RV?? And we all know.. RV has been Kawi's investment since he was blitzing the field in the lites class...
CP, like Reed, made a wrong bet, and sticked to their demands.. Result.. he ended up with no ride. CP got the flack for it as well back in frog eating country, France.. But as the French are soooo, soooo biased.. They invented the excuse that CP will need the time to heal properly.. Yeah.. Right....
L.Brooks, during his management days at chaparral.. Realized that a team can operate and make a sound profit by just riding the SX.. Initiated back then by MC... As MC also confirmed this in his book or in interviews.. It extended his career.
Reed & JS thought that would be a good thing to do as well.. But they got a severe hit by the fans by doing so.. And I could not agree more with the fans!! Bullcrap.. ride the nationals!!!
But stewie was a little bit more contentious.. I will wait Reed's biography book where Reed will explain why the split occured between himself and L&M... All I can recall was San Manuel saw fit to have a coloured rider who happens to be immensely popular and was without a ride after the 08' season as Kawi did not want to pay the demands Stewie put on the table.. Yamaha needed a rider again to put the yamaha in front... Hence, Stewie got a very good deal for 09' and beyond.
When are you going to stop these comment boards, if I was a rider Id say fock off when asked to do a interview, just a bunch retards fighting back and forth talking shlt about every single one of the best supercross riders in the world, if its creating more hits on your websites its all negative shlt anyways.
I've never disliked reed, but I've never been a fan of his till this yr. Class act, (nothing new) just more noticable this yr to me. Head down and drive that ****er. GL chad.
I love it!!!....I made a comment about " tone" and some of the responses to my posts are a prime example of that....Usually when I write things I am laughing my ass off....this is fun to me....talkin shop and bullshittin' with a bunch of guys who are obviously dedicated fans like me or else you wouldnt be on here, but some of you take it WAY TO SERIOUS.....Sure, my comments can be taken as malicious and may ruffle your feathers, but in all honesty I am just goofin' for the most part..dont take it personally....Although the Aussie isnt my favorite guy and I have some issues with his tactics, that does not discredit my respect for him as a talented rider and team owner..I am simply poking fun at some of his traits that surely are not something that was fabricated on this board.....As for the riders, some do read these comments and laugh there ass off, laughter is therapy.....A certain riders wife makes lame comments on Twitter and you think that is mature?
Sounds like the Honda handling bug has even got to Chad Reed. Told ya Chad, should have went back to Blue!
the interview chad gave was awesome. he is my favorite rider. to me he spoke like a mature man, very honest. i'm afraid that is the heart of the issue though. this is a sport for young men and even boys. while i don't question his physical conditioning, i do think he's too old to truely compete week in and week out. being a team owner/rider has got to be the most stressful job in the sport and at 29 yrs old he is past his peak. i do appreciate riders like he and KDub staying with the sport that has made them so much money in the past. Go Big Red 22, 41, 14
@Trenton222, you said it perfectly. Guys like Stewie and Reed have made so much money that they dont care about the Nationals. they dont have to race them to earn money. Now I think Reed was saying he isnt worried or doesnt care about the outdoors "right now" and isnt goijng to worry about it because he is concerned with supercross at the moment. But I dont think he has much love for outdoors anymore. And Stewie doesnt either. Supercross is the big show, and its were they get the media exposure, so thats it for them. Not everybody can be like RC, its why he is the GOAT!!
oh and Rick Melon, you irritate me a lot but don't stop. you present your opinion solidly as the way you see it. good debate keeps the mind sharp. Go Big Red
bd200.. Well put!! RC was smart to ride the nationals.. Whether there was competition or not.. Who cares.. he loves riding and being the best! Hence the results he has achieved will not be beaten by anybody.. And as for the nickname.. He deserves it!! Hands down!!
Rick Melon.. Agree... The post section of racer x is an added plus to the website.. Although.. I joined it, because Matthes would be part of the writing team... Whahaha.. Gotta love Matthes!!
BD200 - you are probably right about the money part and exposure...But the outdoors is where the heart and soul of Moto lies and most the riders know that. They may not make as much $$$ outdoors, but it definetly seperates the men from the boys....Stewart wants to race outdoors this year and he wanted too last year but with the injury and all, he only raced one round (or one moto) . L&M was a "supercross only" gig m thats why Reed joined the team.. Stewart has publicy announced he wanted to change that and may very well be the reason why L&M is no more....MX outdoors will be EPIC this year...hopefully Reed jumps in there. But I have a feeling if Reed doesnt win SX, Vegas will be his retirement speech....
IT IS ONLY A 8 POINT GAP FROM FIRST TO THIRD ANYONE CAN WIN THIS WITH 3 ROUNDS LEFT AND I REALLY THINK IT WILL BE CR22.... HE REALLY WANTS IT!
Sort comment, gotta get going, Good Luck Chad Reed !!! You have the most to loose and yet the most to win. I enjoy reading all of the comments most of the time and the comments have cleaned up a bit I think?
As you are people, have a good day!
i'll just say this. Any racer knows what he feels comfortable doing on the track. Should he have done the triple triple? Yes, he even says he should of been, however, he didn't feel comfortable. Its risk vs. reward like everything else in life, if he tries it and crashes out, he loses way more points and possible injures himself to the point he can't finish the series, ala RV2 last year. And Reed didn't bash the nationals or disrespect the sport in any way. He just said right now he is focused on the matter at hand! The SX title, then he'll go from there. I like Reed's answers, he is really becoming a guy i respect with his no BS answers and not passing the buck like other people. Just my opinion. though. bash on.
8pts is tight and makes it exciting..but anything can happen especially with mud in the forecast. To say Reed "really wants it" is an understatment,only thing is THEY ALL WANT IT....RV is hungry to get his first SX title and the Dunge is hungry to defend in a full field...JS just wants to win races and hope for the best and then there is Trey who is a long shot, but wants the W's...Reed hasnt been able to beat these guys except for San Diego...a mud race where Trey through it away....JS has turned a new page and he is going to be the spoiler I think...he may not win the title, but he will prevent someone from winning it.....should be interesting....
Trend Keller, NO, Stewie was not going to race outdoors at all last year. If he was healthy and rode all of supercross, he would not have touched an outdoor track. His contract was "supercross only" period. He tried the outdoors because he was off so long he was trying to make up for it to his sponsers. Or we wouldnt have seen him at Unadilla either. I dont think they get paid for how many races they attend, they get a contract for the year period, weather they ride outdoors or not. At least Reed and Stewies was. RC loved to ride and loved moto, its why he rode the outdoors every year no matter what. He has a passion for the sport, its why everybody loved it when he won.
Love him or hate him, you have to respect Chad Reed. He is doing this with HIS OWN MONEY, his OWN TIME, the effort of HIS TEAM, and you jackasses can sit there and talk about how Stewart is so much better, Chad needs the wins because he needs the money, yada yada.While Stewart is out driving around and impersonating a police officer, Reed not only has a wife, a young son, but also a race team to finance and take care of. I'd like to see all of you idiots that talk trash pour your heart and soul into something all weekend long but then you just have an off weekend and try to explain to everyone why you couldn't do any better. I never used to be a Reed fan until this year. But for a first year team, that the guy is financing with his own money, and money from sponsors, that is not only being able to compete with the factory guys and win a race, that won me over. Reed is a badass. He says it like it is, he doesn't just sit there and ramble off a list of sponsors and who he would like to thank, the guy has personality. And that is something in this day of political-correctness that you don't find anymore
JG223 - Well said. Couldn't agree more. Reed converted me too as I wasn't a fan but have become one I guess.
I hope he unleashes the best in him in the next 3 races and takes it.
If not then he is still a badass in my book either way.
SB161 - True that my friend!!!
Imagine that - These couch experts who hate on Reed actually click on an FREAKING article ABOUT Reed. Now THAT is the farken funniest thing on this board!!!!! They (the 3 main idiots you refered to - acejas, rick melon, trend killer) obviously have esteem issues about their lack of capability and success in life so turn it into hate - but then they secretly follow Reedy. LMFAO!!!!!!!
People is used to forget about the past but if anyone remember Reed skipped almost the whole last year with that Virus excuse, letting down sponsors and fans, clearly he had enough reasons to have some time off. But still he used to be the spoiled brat of factory teams until everyone got tired and he had to start his own team. Off course he needs to win more than anyone else this year, just like anyone starting a new business. Yes he has all the talent but his spoiled behavior prevented him from being a much bigger star. Now don't try to present him like he is the most sincere and caring for the sport, at the end of the day it is all about the money and he needs a lot of that, the money he used to make as a spoiled brat years prior, now he needs to sweat and worry more than ever. karma is a bi....
People is used to forget about the past but if anyone remember Reed skipped almost the whole last year with that Virus excuse, letting down sponsors and fans, clearly he had enough reasons to have some time off. But still he used to be the spoiled brat of factory teams until everyone got tired and he had to start his own team. Off course he needs to win more than anyone else this year, just like anyone starting a new business. Yes he has all the talent but his spoiled behavior prevented him from being a much bigger star. Now don't try to present him like he is the most sincere and caring for the sport, at the end of the day it is all about the money and he needs a lot of that, the money he used to make as a spoiled brat years prior, now he needs to sweat and worry more than ever. karma is a bi....
I REALLY want to see Reed win this title -- I feel he deserves it the most. Think about this -- most of the time, James Stewart has stolen everyone's glory for so long since Ricky retired in '07. However, last year, NOBODY would've thought Dungey would win it after Stewart dropped out after A2, and Villopoto crashed at St. Louis. Then there's the tight budget and continued economic slump -- we weren't even sure if we would even SEE Stewart or Reed for 2011. When Stewie had the pts. lead after A2, I thought it was going to be a total bore until the Outdoors started -- not the case this time!! And I'm HAPPY about it. Reed's been in this position before, only he's the HUNTER, not the HUNTED... and when he was the hunter, he blew it due to a 7th at Seattle in '09. I feel that whomever wins the championship rightfully deserves it -- with the exception of James Stewart. I'm just hoping that recipient is Reed... though it might be wishful thinking.
I just wish Reed could get the same respect and treatment that JS, RD and RV get. Reed is a legend. C'mon Reed, give it to em!!!!!
Chad has never been my favorite,but considering the position hes in,you gotta give the guy the credit he deserves, Pulling sponsors and using his own money to fund his season was a huge gamble,apparently he wanted to race the SX season otherwise he would not be doing what he's doing now,no one told him he couldn't do it,its his passion for the sport,who knows maybe the other riders will have a brainfart weekend and Chad can capatalize from it,either way if he wins the series or not, he sure gave it a hell of a run,And for that i would still applaude him and the rest of the riders for a great season of SX racing,Win or lose he will still be Chad Reed.like him or not!!!!!!
Just putting it out there, chad reed also has a major stake in the Australian 'SuperX' series. He has also competed in the series a number of times. The Nationals and Super X run around the same time. Maybe he would prefer to go home, ride for his birth country fans, and visit family. Just saying