Bench Racing Ammo: Reed in SD
Thursday, February 9, 2012 | 3:55 PM
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PrintBack before someone invented stadium naming rights, and San Diego called its big building Jack Murphy Stadium, the SDSX served as homecoming for the sports biggest stars. Just a few miles away sits the El Cajon Zone, home of Broc Glover, Rick Johnson and Ron Lechien, and those three did plenty of winning in front of their local fans. Glover won the 1981 and 1982 events, Lechien won in 1983, and RJ won four-straight from 1986 through 1989. And while Jeremy McGrath didn’t hail from quite as close to San Diego, he was a SoCal boy, too, and he won five times in the building.
But the new king of what is now called Qualcomm Stadium isn’t even close to a local product. He’s Australian. Last year, Chad Reed won the San Diego Supercross for the sixth time, a new record.
Reed has won six times in San Diego, including last year.
Photo: Garth Milan
He won his first three races here in 2003, 2004 and 2005, then won again in 2007 and 2008. His 2007 triumph was exceptional because it marked his only victory in a tough season. James Stewart was on fire that year, but he tagged a tough block and went for a ride—without his bike—over the finish line jump, and Reed picked up the lead and the win.
Reed has raced at San Diego eight times and won six of those races, which is 75 percent. He's won 35 of 138 races outside of that stadium, which is 25 percent. You can’t deny that CR22 has a certain magic in this building. Will that be enough for win number seven?
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Its unreal how much that guy crashes...JS i mean. I remember that race now I thought his kneews would blow out!!
Would be great to see reed wax them here. Not a fan - again, just want to things shaken up continually.
that wreck in 2007 james took was something that shouldnt of even happened just like his wreck at A2. hes a idiot and dont know when to back off
I'd love to see Reed pull off another win, # 7 in S.D. You could not dispute a certain magic he has there. Good Luck Chad cause there is another # 7 that you have to deal with this Week End....and a # 1... and a # 5.........
Now that Villopoto has put 2 in the win column, it would be awesome to have one of the remaining winners grab another win. Spread the love around.
Go Reed!!!!
Magic or Luck??? Canard pretty much handed the win to Reed last year and obviously James threw away a sure win in 2007....racing is racing... a win is a win and luck is luck....It's not always what "you do"...but what "others do"......And if your in the right place at the right time, things can happen....#7 for Reed at SD would be pretty cool....but I think RV and JS7 will be atop the podium....not sure what order...If RV gets a top 5 start, the only guy capable of beating him I feel is JS7...but we'll all just have to see...
@KilloMoto
Reed was capable of beating RV at Oakland. He was right there, but just couldn't do it!
@two250 - True, forgot about that...(long week).... I'll retract that statement for now..hahahaa.... however something seemed weird at OAK with RV and I didnt see the hungry RV2 we saw last week.....Some say RV just took the 3rd since the track was crap and "its a long series"... but again, I guess we'll just have to see....we wont know until the race is over...!!
I hope that we see CR22 and JS7 battle all 20 laps. Go Reeeeed!!!!
I have to say I think Reed's win in 2006 was one of the best Supercross races ever. He came from way behind to catch and pass RC on the last lap and win. Nobody else was even in their league that night - the only other rider to complete all 20 laps was third place finisher Mike LaRocco. Even if you aren't a Reed fan I think you'd have to admit it was an exciting race.
Sorry Reed, my little glass ball is saying RV, JS, RD, CR
@ davidl when are you gonna stop playing with your balls?
JS7 and RV2 .... its all about them from this point on !
RV2 RD5 CR22 is what it is going to be. JS7 is to out of control. My predicition is that he wont be in the points chase later in the season due to crashes!
GO Reedy!!!!
Isn't it a luxury to have four people that can (and have proven to) win on a weekend? It has been truly too long with one and two man freight trains through the points!
I like davidl or Lc469 predictions, may one of you be prophet like!
Let's see a hell of a race and let's not see Reed win or back into another one!
I'd love to see a classic Reed/Stewart battle like back in the day, with the 22 on the top step. GO REEDY!
@Red54M
You just cannot stop the hating on CR22 can you. What's the matter dude? You got a little inferiority complex burning at ya?
I'm guessing you're one of those coulda, woulda, shoulda Pro racers - that just simply didn't.
If the majority believe Villy and Stewy are the fastest on the track, I'd like to see a poll question ask the probability of those two finishing the series in first and second (any order). I'd wager on less than 50%.
Ultimately it would just be nice to see everyone close and have some bar 2 bar racing with multiple passing in the 1st four positions. Stay healthy San Diego!
I want Reed to win. But my prediction is RV winning the championship with Reed being somewhat close in points. RD and JS7 a good 30points down. (js7 due to crashes not speed and RD I think is losing contact with the other 3's pace).
I would love to see all 4 tight in points till the end. However going by the first few rounds that is how I see the end :P
@ Motoball, Mototeste, I mean Motonut.
My rooting against Reed is not hating, I do not want him to win, simple like that. Yeah I raced, still do at 48. Yeah in my day I was a pro (slow pro). Yeah Reed could ride circles around me , as could the rest of the field.
Just keeping it real, I don't like all the riders equally and I really do care who wins. It doesn't mean hating. Glad you sit around and wait for me to comment on Reed so you can give me your two cents. I'll keep wishing him no luck, you can keep hatin of me and all balance will be right in the world.
Go RV/RD in that order for the record.
Good luck CR, but I would really love to see KW get up there with the big four and take the win! we can always hope anyway. Should be a interesting race, I do wonder if JS had selected a Suzuki would things have been different.
I don't think RD is losing contact,he will be there at the end.
I was not a Reed fan but have grown to like him. It amazes me that when Havoc7 is around he can and will flat pick up the pace and cannot be counted out ,its way to early. Poor JS7 haters i feel sorry for you ,your endless whining and moaning must wear thin on yours friends and family...Even in a nice article about 22 you have to cry a little bit about Havoc7 whhaaaaa...,I personally hope his problems are over , he and 22 get to mix it up every week and the top 4 get down to biz... Problem is the new sheriffs guns are strapped on tite and he is not playin.....
BillC, where you at? Our boy is back on top~! Fook ya!
Once again as i did las year at A1.....Calling #1 for the championship, barring any disaster.
#7 is fast but he not consistant in the least over the last few years
I'd be SUPER pumped if #14 did it but, all i see is a podium or 2. Being his age...minus 3 years....I just think like many have said, he just has RL in the back of his head and isnt willing to push it as much.
Doesnt help that 1, 5, 7 and 22 are in a league of their own. RV still my guy but K-Dub is still a very close second.
Sometimes I do believe in Karma Reed will do it again! As I said in a post before it would be amazing to see the same four win the next 4 races RV had his(@BillC) now Reed then James and Dungy!
LETS RACE!!!!!!!!
@someguy, Windham will win one as it moves East he just feels better when closer to home.
So Reed wins 25% of the time, which means he wins every four races. That's pretty consistent with the fact that he wins every fourth championship. 04, 08, 12 You can't argue with math.
Surprised me Dungey didnt place any better honestly. He's a great dude, excellent rider, just not my guy.....i'd have to say my likes, in order are:
1. Villopoto
2. Windham
3. Canard
4. Reed
5. Dungey
I'dd put Stewart on that list but he's just too dangerous, that and i can't stand reality shows, so pathetic....that alone makes me not like him. He thinks he's too cool. Excellent rider....and crasher.
I'd love 2 c Chad win in SD and get #7 now that would be ironic 2 me. This season is going great so far and I really like that on any night one of four guys is right there. I know Dungey is the underdog but he seems 2 be there just waiting, wish he was a little more aggressive but that's just me. As long as the big 4 stay healthy and don't throw races away it will be interesting 2 see who realy is nbr 1 at the end of the year. Why does everyone bag on JS7 he is hanging it out every lap of every race and he may crash but he is still (in my opinion) the fastest guy on track. I'd love 2 see a race with just the top 4 and do a best 2out of 3. Well good luck to all but go #22
Reed is lame if the fast guys stay on too wheels reed will be lucky to finish 4th in points you can see it in his face, he knows his only chance is to pick the scraps if the fast three have misfortune .
Red54, I am a Reed guy, but what you posted was exactly 100% ACCURATE! Everybody has a favorite rider, and a rider they enjoy seeing lose. Its not a crime. I love seeing Bubbles lose. Does that make me a hater? Racist? not really, It makes me a Reed guy, not a Stewart guy. Would I have a beer with Stewart and bench race with him? Hell ya!! I would love shooting the bull with any of these guys, I just favor Reed the most.
Lets MOTO!!
Jldart,u have a warped memory. In cr,s win he PASSED stewi & gapped
him before riding over his ability & what else crashed. Reed has beat
stewi over & over. The only wey stewi can ride CR, s speed is by
riding over his head ,causing the Most crashes of ANY sx racer in history.
Just as CR didn,t stand a chance outdoors against poto & Cr dominated
many motos, smoking poto, fact. That is an incredable racer to do what
CR has done. He,s ALWAYS in it @the end. There isnt a racer who wouldnt take Reeds
career,its the best of all racers on the gate-fact
@ Bigtireguy, thank you!!! You see things for what they are. There was absolutely no hating going on, just saying how I feel. Motonut for some reason see's it as something else. I will also say, I definitely would not enjoy moto as much without having Chad Reed on the gate. I have to experience the lows of suffering through watching him win in order to enjoy the highs of watching him get beat. And again, I guess I find something else I appreciate him for.
I don't want to see the guy crash his brains out like we get from Stew. If I did, I would be really let down because the guy rarely crashes. I just enjoy it when he finishes 4th. Being a moto fan I know the sport needs him, he is good for racing and he is good for me.
I know you are a big fan of his and I take comfort in knowing you don't see me as hating on him. Your opinion matters here and your vision is not skewed. If and when Chad wins again, I won't find it quite so aggrevating knowing it at least made you happy!! Enjoy the race tomorrow my brother!
@ Red54M
That's motogonad to you!
Ok fair enough. A decent explanation - I accept most of that and it's your prerogative and all that. However my 2 cents is it does seem that you are fairly pre-occupied with Reed doing less than good which in my opinion is borderline hate. It usually dominates your posts.
I am happy to see you acknowledge Reed's presence as good for Moto. I never used to like the guy but he has slowly won me over kinda like RC did. Through years of hard charging and race credibility. Imagine the racing without him the last 10 years.
I care who wins also, but I don't focus on negatives towards the guys I dislike. I want to see great racing more than anything - and if RV (Def not my favourite) beats Reed (who has become my favourite recently) I accept he was beaten by a better rider on the night fair and square with respect for what RV did. No dissing on RV even though the guy kinda rubs me the wrong way somehow. Don't know what it is. Robotic like sponsor listing every interview maybe? Or maybe his hunting obsession? He's a true hard charging moto warrior no doubt though, and I enjoy watching him ride a 450 like he does. It's beautiful to watch. And who knows, he may win me over in years to come just like Reed did.
Enjoy SD. And may Reed make it 7 wins there with a last lap, last corner pass on RV. :)
Oh and @BigTire Guy - What's with all the huggy, happy, loving from you lately? You've mellowed dude! 'Bout time for some bar banging from you on here. :)
@ Red54M
That's motogonad to you!
Ok fair enough. A decent explanation - I accept most of that and it's your prerogative and all that. However my 2 cents is it does seem that you are fairly pre-occupied with Reed doing less than good which in my opinion is borderline hate. It usually dominates your posts.
I am happy to see you acknowledge Reed's presence as good for Moto. I never used to like the guy but he has slowly won me over kinda like RC did. Through years of hard charging and race credibility. Imagine the racing without him the last 10 years.
I care who wins also, but I don't focus on negatives towards the guys I dislike. I want to see great racing more than anything - and if RV (Def not my favourite) beats Reed (who has become my favourite recently) I accept he was beaten by a better rider on the night fair and square with respect for what RV did. No dissing on RV even though the guy kinda rubs me the wrong way somehow. Don't know what it is. Robotic like sponsor listing every interview maybe? Or maybe his hunting obsession? He's a true hard charging moto warrior no doubt though, and I enjoy watching him ride a 450 like he does. It's beautiful to watch. And who knows, he may win me over in years to come just like Reed did.
Enjoy SD. And may Reed make it 7 wins there with a last lap, last corner pass on RV. :)
Oh and @BigTire Guy - What's with all the huggy, happy, loving from you lately? You've mellowed dude! 'Bout time for some bar banging from you on here. :)