Reason For Being
Some people are afraid of black cats. Others might worry about walking under a ladder, breaking a mirror, or opening an umbrella indoors, as many consider such actions as a precursor to bad luck. As motocross racers, we’ve probably all had our own versions of superstitious beliefs and rituals, like which boot to put on first before riding, pulling a tear-off on the starting line, never walking on a wheelchair parking spot, or maybe all of the above. Most popular among racing superstitions is probably the idea that #13 is bad luck. That’s the topic of former pro Blake Wharton’s feature in this issue, which begins on page 80. Blake would know—he’s the only rider in AMA Supercross history to win a main event wearing #13 (appropriately enough at the 2013 Houston 250SX).
We are deeply rooted in Moto—We’ve been here all our lives. Back in 1998 when we turned an underground newspaper into a shiny color magazine, it immediately changed the game with its unprecedented depth of coverage, sense of humor, and access to the sport’s biggest names. Today, our readers know they can go to Racer X Online for all the news, race results, and event coverage they need, and then enjoy even more detail and perspective in the pages of Racer X Illustrated. The mag offers a chance to learn something new on every page and stay connected with the people and personalities that shape our sport—the competitors out on the racetrack, as well as the ones behind the scenes—through our exclusive deep-dive stories and columns.
Our trademark has always been insider knowledge from the experts who are at the races and around the sport. We have long prided ourselves on our unparalleled race reporting and detailed storytelling. We go deep with the riders and teams to provide comprehensive coverage you won’t find anywhere else—all with first-class photography and design. It’s a full education in motocross past, present, and future.
Davey Coombs
Editor-in-chief & Founder
Racer X Illustrated
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