Thor/Parts Unlimited: Thor TV in Atlanta
March 1, 2010, 2:36pm
The Georgia Dome is consistently one of the most exciting stops on the Monster Energy AMA Supercross series, and this past weekend was no exception. Almost 70,000 fans packed the Dome to cheer on their favorite riders, and take in a terrific night of action on the track.
Off the track, that excitement carried over to the return of Thor TV. Not only did some of the top names from SX and MX stop by, but Thor TV was also excited to welcome NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion, Ron Hornaday. Hornaday, as many of you may know, has been racing with Ricky Carmichael on the NASCAR Truck Series circuit, and Saturday he came out to Atlanta to show his support for SX and his teammate, Ricky Carmichael, who got the race started with the opening parade lap. You can watch the video of Ron Hornaday, who shared the Thor TV stage with Tim Ferry by clicking on the photo below.
The marquee guest of the evening was Monster Energy Kawasaki and Thor rider Ryan Villopoto. Ryan let us in on some of thoughts on the season thus far, and how he is planning on attacking the second half of the season.
On the track in Atlanta, Thor and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki riders Christophe Pourcel and Dean Wilson had great performances in the second round of the East Coast Lites class. Dean set the pace by leading the first nine laps in the main event, but Christophe would not be denied his second win of the season. Dean continued to push, and finished the evening with a very respectable fourth place finish in only his second professional race.
More will be coming this week on Thor TV from Atlanta, along with information and video from Daytona Bike Week. To stay current, make sure you follow “Thor MX – Official Page” on Facebook.
About Parts Unlimited
Parts Unlimited is the world's largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in the powersports industry and is owned by LeMans Corporation headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin. Parts Unlimited sells to over 12,000 dealerships world wide and continues to expand its market penetration with its sister companies, Parts Canada, Parts Europe and Drag Specialties.
Parts Unlimited continues to promote racing through its campaign WE SUPPORT THE SPORT®, helping to drive consumers to dealerships, while entertaining its dealers through hospitalities at the events it sponsors.
About Thor Motocross
Thor is one of the originators of motocross apparel. When Torsten Hallman made his first U.S trip to race and promote motocross in 1966, he inadvertently started to develop Thor riding gear. Thor is a hardcore, grass roots company that understands what it takes to reach the top and more importantly, how to stay there. It is one of a few companies with over 40 years experience in the motocross marketplace.
Thor, a house brand company for Parts Unlimited, combines design and marketing with superior distribution to reach it's thousands of dealers and consumers priding ourselves on key selling features like quality, strength and performance. Thor is more than a brand. It is a lifestyle.
Off the track, that excitement carried over to the return of Thor TV. Not only did some of the top names from SX and MX stop by, but Thor TV was also excited to welcome NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion, Ron Hornaday. Hornaday, as many of you may know, has been racing with Ricky Carmichael on the NASCAR Truck Series circuit, and Saturday he came out to Atlanta to show his support for SX and his teammate, Ricky Carmichael, who got the race started with the opening parade lap. You can watch the video of Ron Hornaday, who shared the Thor TV stage with Tim Ferry by clicking on the photo below.
The marquee guest of the evening was Monster Energy Kawasaki and Thor rider Ryan Villopoto. Ryan let us in on some of thoughts on the season thus far, and how he is planning on attacking the second half of the season.
On the track in Atlanta, Thor and Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki riders Christophe Pourcel and Dean Wilson had great performances in the second round of the East Coast Lites class. Dean set the pace by leading the first nine laps in the main event, but Christophe would not be denied his second win of the season. Dean continued to push, and finished the evening with a very respectable fourth place finish in only his second professional race.
More will be coming this week on Thor TV from Atlanta, along with information and video from Daytona Bike Week. To stay current, make sure you follow “Thor MX – Official Page” on Facebook.
About Parts Unlimited
Parts Unlimited is the world's largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in the powersports industry and is owned by LeMans Corporation headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin. Parts Unlimited sells to over 12,000 dealerships world wide and continues to expand its market penetration with its sister companies, Parts Canada, Parts Europe and Drag Specialties.
Parts Unlimited continues to promote racing through its campaign WE SUPPORT THE SPORT®, helping to drive consumers to dealerships, while entertaining its dealers through hospitalities at the events it sponsors.
About Thor Motocross
Thor is one of the originators of motocross apparel. When Torsten Hallman made his first U.S trip to race and promote motocross in 1966, he inadvertently started to develop Thor riding gear. Thor is a hardcore, grass roots company that understands what it takes to reach the top and more importantly, how to stay there. It is one of a few companies with over 40 years experience in the motocross marketplace.
Thor, a house brand company for Parts Unlimited, combines design and marketing with superior distribution to reach it's thousands of dealers and consumers priding ourselves on key selling features like quality, strength and performance. Thor is more than a brand. It is a lifestyle.
