Hetrick Heads Toward Perfect Season with Latest Win at ATV MX Briarcliff

Hetrick Heads Toward Perfect Season with Latest Win at ATV MX Briarcliff

 

Joel Hetrick is on track to achieve a milestone even beyond clinching his fifth ATV MX National Championship, as he did this past weekend at Briarcliff MX Park in Nashport, Ohio. With just one round left this year, he’s heading toward the first perfect season in the history of the series. 

Riding CST’s Pulse MXR tires, the undefeated Hetrick added Round 9 to his tally by sweeping both motos at Briarcliff MX Park in Nashport, Ohio. With 425 points to his credit, his 75-point lead would be impossible to overcome. If he aces Round 10, scheduled for August 10-11 at Loretta Lynn’s, that perfect season is in his grasp. 

Hetrick won’t have time to bask in his accomplishment once the season’s over, however. As a member of Team USA along with fellow CST athlete Bryce Ford, he’ll compete to bring home the gold in the Quadcross of Nations (QXON), scheduled for September 28-29 in the Czech Republic. 

Ford is second in ATV MX points for the year, and Nick Gennusa, Ford and Jeffrey Rastrelli were fourth, fifth and sixth at Briarcliff. 

CST is rooting for Joel Hetrick to take the first perfect season in ATV MX National Championship history and congratulates him on locking up his fifth series championship.

 

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

Neal, Hetrick Reign Over GNCC and ATVMX on CST Tires

CST’s sponsored athletes are riding roughshod over the competition so far this year, with Brycen Neal undefeated four rounds into the current GNCC presented by Specialized season and Joel Hetrick winning the ATVMX National Championship kickoff.

 GNCC racer Brycen Neal with the holeshot.

Neal’s Pulse HT tires have taken him to the top of the XC1 Pro podium at GNCC’s Big Buck, Wild Boar, The General, and just this past weekend, Camp Coker Bullet, giving him a 24-point lead in the rankings to date. Neal dominated Camp Coker Bullet from the start, taking the holeshot and then holding the lead through the finish line.

The Pulse HT is a known race-winner for athletes; featuring a proprietary soft compound, this tire was designed to perform even in the gnarliest conditions.

GNCC racer Brycen Neal.

Riding Pulse MXR tires, Hetrick took first place at ATVMX Round 1 in Daytona, Florida, and racked up 23 points. Hetrick can count on Pulse MXRs for incredible traction, steering, cornering and durability, and the Pulse MXR’s two available rear compounds allow riders to be ready for hard or soft terrain. ATVMX racer Joel Hetrick.

GNCC’s next race, The Old Gray, is scheduled for April 13-14. Fans who can’t make the trip to Monterey, Tennessee, to see the race in person can still catch all the action online at RacerTV. ATVMX Round 2, Underground, is set for April 6-7 in Kemp, Texas.

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

Baron Still Undefeated in WORCS after Round 4; Two in a Row for Hetrick with Win at ATV MX Round 2

Baron Still Undefeated in WORCS after Round 4; Two in a Row for Hetrick with Win at ATV MX Round 2

 

CST’s athletes are not messing around this year; they’re going straight for the top of the podium and dominating the top of major series’ point standings. With his fourth straight WORCS win in as many rounds, Beau Baron is riding high in the Pro ATV class, while Joel Hetrick took the victory at AMA Pro Racing ATV MX National Championships Round 2. 

 ATV racer holding trophies

Baron’s CST Pulse HT tires haven’t let him down this season, including at Round 4, held at Honolulu Hills Raceway in Taft, California. He started strong, taking the holeshot and then fighting a pitched battle all the way to the finish line. Baron continues to lead the Pro class in points. “Round 4 of #ProATV went well! A hard fought win after grabbing the @eliminatorracing/@jsrmotodesigns holeshot is a good feeling! Now time to jump in the RZR!!” he said on Instagram.
ATV racer in the air

Hetrick won both motos at ATV MX Saturday. “All smiles this weekend @3palmsmx.  Came out strong in qualifying taking P1. Followed it up with a win in moto 1 and another win in moto 2! Stoked on my performance and the @phxracingatv Yamaha was working amazing! @dasaracing motor was ripping and my @csttiresusa were gripping. My @impact_solutions tuned @elkasuspension shocks were on point Saturday as well. I can’t be more happy with how the weekend went and I am so thankful that my family was able to travel with me to see it happen,” he said on Instagram. CST’s Jeffrey Rastrelli also did well at Three Palms, taking fifth place. Hetrick now holds a 13-point lead in the chase for the championship, with 75 points to date, and Rastrelli is fourth overall.

 ATV racer in the air

WORCS Round 5 is scheduled for April 29 – May 1 at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, and ATV MX Round 3 will be held April 16-17 at Aonia Pass in Washington, Georgia.

 

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

Hetrick Wins ATV MX Kick-Off at Daytona Intl. Speedway

Hetrick Wins ATV MX Kick-Off at Daytona Intl. Speedway

Hetrick Wins ATV MX Kick-Off at Daytona Intl. Speedway; Rastrelli on Podium; Johnson Wins WORCS Pro Stock SxS

Joel Hetrick showed the competition how it’s done at the ATV MX National Championship season opener, winning the overall at the iconic Daytona International Speedway. CST Tires’ Jeffrey Rastrelli joined him on the podium in third place.

ATV racer kicking up dirt
Joel Hetrick

Both athletes rode CST Pulse MXR tires to the ATV MX podium. “I am so happy with my performance today and my team as well,” Hetrick said on Instagram. “@phxracingatv had my quad dialed in all day long despite the conditions. Grabbing the fastest qualifier, a heat race win and the main event win felt amazing! The emotions were real today after the main event. I’ve had some bad runs at Daytona, but today, I felt different. All of the training and riding @deckertrainingfacility was such a huge help for this race. Had a great battle most of the race until I was able to make it to the lead and bring home the win! Things don’t always go as planned, but I told myself going into this race I was going to win, and I did just that. Such a crazy start to the 2022 race season, but I am thankful to come out of this race healthy and on top. Time to go back to work for Round 2!!”

 

Rastrelli was also thrilled with his WORCS Daytona results. “Stoked to leave @daytona on the box! The track was very hard to pass on and rough. I struggled a bit halfway through the main event but started to turn it around at the end. We have some things to work on, but I am happy to leave with a podium. Back to work and onto Texas! Thank you so much to everyone that came to support me yesterday! It was amazing to see how many people came to support me from friends to family.. thank you!” he said on Instagram.

ATV racer posing for a picture
Jeffrey Rastrelli
 

Hetrick’s win is the latest in a string of victories for CST athletes, who topped three podiums at WORCS Round 3. Chris Johnson took a victory in SxS, winning the Pro Stock class, while Beau Baron won the Pro race and later made another trip to the top of the podium when he took first place in SxS Pro Production. Ryan Piplic did well in the Mint 400, taking sixth place in UTV Pro Turbo.

SxS racing
Ryan Piplic

ATV MX Round 2 is scheduled for April 2-3 at Three Palms Action Sport Park in Conroe, Texas.

 

 

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

Three in a Row for Hetrick with Win at ATV MX Aonia Pass

Three in a Row for Hetrick with Win at ATV MX Aonia Pass

 

With wins in both motos, Joel Hetrick took his third overall victory of the year at Round 4 of the AMA Pro Racing ATV MX National Championship. Aonia Pass MX was held May 29-30 in Washington, Georgia.

The victory earned Hetrick, who leads AMA Pro standings for the series, 50 points toward his 156-point total.

Hetrick trusted CST’s Pulse MXR tires to take him across the finish line at Aonia Pass. Featuring great traction in the front for better steering, cornering and sliding, and rear compounds for hard or soft terrain, Pulse MXRs prove their worth at race after race.  

ATV MX Round 5, Sunset Ridge, is scheduled for June 19-20 in Walnut, Illinois.

 

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

 

Hetrick Wins Again at ATV MX National Championship

Hetrick Wins Again at ATV MX National Championship

Joel Hetrick rode his CST’s Pulse MXR tires to his second straight overall win of the year at Round 3 of the AMA Pro Racing ATV MX National Championship, held May 15-16 at High Point Raceway in Mount Morris, Pennsylvania.

With 106 points, Hetrick is second in AMA Pro standings and just 7 points away from first place.

Round 4 of the AMA Pro Racing ATV MX National Championship, Aonia Pass MX, will be held May 29-30 in Washington, Georgia.

About CST Tires

CST brand tires are offered by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. (Cheng Shin Tire). Employing more than 25,000 people, Cheng Shin Tire is the largest manufacturer of bicycle and motorcycle tires in the world and offers products in many other categories as well. Distributed in more than 150 countries, the CST brand covers a wide range of market segments. CST products include tires and tubes for bicycles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, autos, trucks, forklifts, agricultural and lawn and garden equipment. For more information, visit www.CSTtires.com.

 

Brown Prevails at ATVMX Underground

 

Thomas Brown rode his CST tires to the top of the podium at ATVMX Underground. The series’ second round was held April 6 in Kemp, Texas.

Thomas Brown #84 takes the holeshot.

The Tbrown 84 Training/CST Tires rider started strong, taking the holeshot in the first moto. Hindered briefly, he rebounded and ultimately took second place in Moto 1. In Moto 2, he gained the lead shortly after the start and held it through the rest of race, winning the moto and the overall. Brown is now second in points standings, just three points behind the leader.

The next round of the ATVMX National Championship, the Ironman, is scheduled for April 27-28 in Crawfordsville, Indiana.   

📸Ken Hill

Team USA🇺🇸 Wins with Brown in Quadcross of European Nations

CST’s Thomas Brown and Maxxis’ Chad Wienen and Jeff Rastrelli won the gold at the Quadcross of European Nations (QXON), held September 22-23 in Slagelse, Denmark.

The three took their victory despite intense competition from teams fielded by 19 other nations. Brown initially established Team USA’s dominance with a victory in the first race of the opening day, with Rastrelli taking second place in the next race and Wienen winning the third and final race of the day. Day 2 was much the same, with Brown taking second place in one race, Rastrelli taking second in the other two, and Wienen sealing the team’s overall win with victories in two of the day’s races.

 It was the absolute consistency and team riding that won the gold medals for Team USA, which was thoroughly deserved. It was a remarkable team effort and an example to other nations on how to compete as a team,” noted FIM-europe.com, which covered both days of the competition.

Brown is no stranger to the QXON podium, having also helped Team USA win gold in 2017, the first year the country entered the competition. CST congratulates Thomas Brown and the other riders of Team USA on winning the 2018 Quadcross of European Nations. 

CST ATV, Motorcycle, SxS Sponsorship Applications Go Live September 1

CST is again expanding its presence in the world of ATV, motorcycle, and SxS racing by adding to its already generous sponsorship program in 2019. Applications will be available online September 1 – October 31.

In addition to sponsorship of teams and riders, CST will also sponsor ATV, motorcycle, and SxS series and events throughout the coming year.

Forms can be found here.  Applications must be received prior to October 31 in order to be considered.

Don’t miss your chance to be sponsored by CST, the brand that’s sponsoring winners across a range of ATV, moto, and SxS disciplines! 

Baron, Neal Take Fans Along as They Race Maxxis PVD Racing Endurance Moto

Baron, Neal Take Fans Along as They Race Maxxis PVD Racing Endurance Moto

 

CST’s sponsored riders Beau Baron and Brycen Neal are primed and ready to face world-class competition in the Pont de Vaux Maxxis Mondial du Quad, or Maxxis 12-Hour PVD Racing Endurance Moto. The grueling race begins this week, running from August 23 through the 26th in Pont de Vaux, France.

Starting Tuesday, August 21, the two are also taking over CST’s Instagram account to let fans in on both the fun and the intense last-minute prep for the race.

Both riders are having a banner year: Baron currently leads WORCS’ Pro class in points, and Neal ranks third in points for the GNCC’s XC1 Pro class.

Visit CST on Instagram to catch all the action as CST’s finest take on the Maxxis 12-Hour PVD Racing Endurance Moto!

📸Harlen Foley
📸Ken Hill

 

THOMAS BROWN 3RD OVERALL FOR SEASON, 2-2 AT ATV MX FINALE

THOMAS BROWN 3RD OVERALL FOR SEASON, 2-2 AT ATV MX FINALE

 

Thomas Brown ended the ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires season in third place overall after taking second place in both motos at the year’s final round. Round 10 was held August 11 at Loretta Lynn’s in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

Brown started the day strong, taking the ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier award, and his second place for the day secured third-place for the season. The Tbrown 84 Training/CST Tires rider amassed an excellent record during the year, taking a victory and four additional podium spots.

Next up for Brown is the Quadcross of European Nations, scheduled for September 22-23 in Slagelse, Denmark. Along with three other top riders, Brown was chosen to defend Team USA’s championship in the event, which features a grueling 25-minute moto each day.

CST Tires thanks Thomas Brown for an ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires season full of exciting performances, and looks forward to cheering him on as Team USA brings home the gold once again.

📷Ken Hill

Thomas Brown 3rd Overall for Season, 2-2 at ATV MX Finale

 

Thomas Brown ended the ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires season in third place overall after taking second place in both motos at the year’s final round. Round 10 was held August 11 at Loretta Lynn’s in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee.

Brown started the day strong, taking the ATVRiders.com Top Qualifier award, and his second place for the day secured third-place for the season. The Tbrown 84 Training/CST Tires rider amassed an excellent record during the year, taking a victory and four additional podium spots.

Next up for Brown is the Quadcross of European Nations, scheduled for September 22-23 in Slagelse, Denmark. Along with three other top riders, Brown was chosen to defend Team USA’s championship in the event, which features a grueling 25-minute moto each day.

CST Tires thanks Thomas Brown for an ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires season full of exciting performances, and looks forward to cheering him on as Team USA brings home the gold once again.

📷Ken Hill

Brown Riding High with ATVMX RedBud Win and Selection Team USA QXON

Brown Riding High with ATVMX RedBud Win and Selection Team USA QXON

Thomas Brown is riding CST tires to a certified hot streak. Brown’s first ATVMX win of the year came shortly after news that he’ll ride for the US in this year’s Quadcross of European Nations (QXON).

At Saturday’s RedBud race, Round 9 of the ATVMX National Championship presented by CST Tires, Brown took third place in the first moto. However, as the next moto would show, he was just warming up. Despite a track made slick by heavy rain, Brown grabbed the lead in the moto’s first half and held it through the finish. The win gave the Tbrown84 Training/CST Tires rider his fourth trip to the podium so far this season; he’s currently third in points for the series.

📷Ken Hill

Brown is one of three US riders who will defend Team USA’s QXON championship against world-class competition. QXON will feature a 25-minute moto during each day of the event. “I am super honored to be selected as a part of Team USA again. I am looking forward to heading across the big pond to defend our title in Denmark. We have a great team with Jeffrey [Rastrelli], Chad [Wienen] and myself. This should be an awesome race,” Brown said.  QXON is scheduled for September 22-23 in Slagelse, Denmark.

 

To learn more about QXON, please visit http://slagelsemx.com/. The final round of the ATVMX season is scheduled for August 11 at Loretta Lynn’s in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. CST congratulates Thomas Brown on his Round 9 ATVMX overall win, and wishes Brown and his teammates the best as they compete against some of the world’s best riders and bring home QXON gold once again. 

  

First CST Contingency Plan Awards Cash Prizes in GNCC, WORCS, ATV MX, and Big6 Series!

First CST Contingency Plan Awards Cash Prizes in GNCC, WORCS, ATV MX, and Big6 Series!

CST is going full-throttle with its first-ever contingency program, offering generous cash prizes for winners and podium finishers in AMSOIL GNCC Racing, WORCS, the ATV MX National Championships, and the AMA District 37 Big6 Grand Prix Series.

 CST Tires Brycen Neal

Prizes ranging from $400 to $50 will be awarded for upcoming races, with amounts varying according to series, class, and first, second or third-place finish. The contingency program begins April 21-22 for AMSOIL GNCC; April 27-29 for WORCS; May 5-6 for ATV MX and Big 6. Races prior to the specified dates are not covered by the program, and no prizes will be awarded retroactively.

 CST Tires Nick Gennusa

To be eligible, racers must ride CST tires and display decals in the number and size specified on the entry form throughout the event. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Don’t wait! Visit https://www.csttires.com/us/contingency/ to find entry forms and to learn more!

Brown, Gennusa in Top 5 at ATV MX presented by CST Tires Kick-off

Brown, Gennusa in Top 5 at ATV MX presented by CST Tires Kick-off

Rider: Thomas Brown | Photo: Ken Hill

CST’s Thomas Brown and Nick Gennusa both made the top five at the season opener of the ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires. Brown earned fourth place, with Gennusa in fifth at the race, held March 13 at Daytona International Speedway.

Going into the second round, Brown racked up 18 points toward his season total, and Gennusa accumulated 16. ATV MX presented by CST Tires’ Round 2, South of the Border, is scheduled for March 24-25 in Hamer, South Carolina.

CST thanks Thomas Brown and Nick Gennusa for an outstanding start to the season. 

Rider: Nick Gennusa | Photo: Ken Hill
   

Brown, Gennusa in Top 5 at ATV MX presented by CST Tires Kick-off

Brown, Gennusa in Top 5 at ATV MX presented by CST Tires Kick-off

Rider: Thomas Brown | Photo: Ken Hill

CST’s Thomas Brown and Nick Gennusa both made the top five at the season opener of the ATV MX National Championship presented by CST Tires. Brown earned fourth place, with Gennusa in fifth at the race, held March 13 at Daytona International Speedway.

Going into the second round, Brown racked up 18 points toward his season total, and Gennusa accumulated 16. ATV MX presented by CST Tires’ Round 2, South of the Border, is scheduled for March 24-25 in Hamer, South Carolina.

CST thanks Thomas Brown and Nick Gennusa for an outstanding start to the season. 

Rider: Nick Gennusa | Photo: Ken Hill
   

CST Tires’ Strong ATV Roster Ready to Win Championships in 2018; New Riders Include Neal and Gennusa

CST Tires’ Strong ATV Roster Ready to Win Championships in 2018; New Riders Include Neal and Gennusa

With a sponsorship roster that includes returning stars and newly signed champions, CST Tires continues to step up its game in the world of ATV and off-road motorcycle racing. The company has built on solid results from last season by recruiting a powerhouse line-up for 2018.

“We have a deep roster this year, and we know that all of these riders are fully capable of winning a championship on CST tires. We’re very confident about our prospects,” said Chris Meyer, marketing coordinator for CST Tires.

New riders include eight-time ATVMX champion Nick Gennusa, who will again contest that series’ Pro class, and Brycen Neal, who’s gunning for the GNCC Pro title after taking second overall last season. Michael Swift will ride for CST in GNCC’s 4×4 Pro, UTV Pro, and Ace classes, as well as competing in the Heartland Challenge. Swift’s GNCC competition in 4×4 Pro and UTV Pro will include fellow CST rider Kevin Trantham, who is also new to the company’s roster.

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Nick Gennusa | ATVMX #15
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Brycen Neal | GNCC #5

CST’s returning stars include nine-time WORCS champion Beau Baron, who will compete in WORCS Pro ATV and Pro SxS, as well as Quad Cross and the Big 6 series in 2018. Adam McGill, who rode CST to fifth place overall in GNCC’s Pro class and appeared on the podium seven times in 2017, will work to leave his competition in the dust in the GNCC, IXCR ATV Pro Overall, and WEXCR Pro Overall. No stranger to the ATVMX podium, Thomas Brown will compete in that series’ Pro class, plus Pont de Vaux and QXON.

Desert racer Cory Sappington will again compete in both Best in the Desert and the SCORE-International series. Like his new teammates Swift and Trantham, Dwight Pollard is scheduled to race in GNCC’s 4×4 Pro class. Pollard will also compete in the series’ XC3 SxS class, as well as the Heartland Challenge, Mid East, SORCS, and IXCR. Sean Bogdan will compete in GNCC UTV XC1 Pro, and Justin Wood will race the series’ 4×4 Senior A class.

Racing motorcycles for CST will be Mitch Anderson. Among Mitch’s accomplishments during the past year was a team victory at the John Burr 10 Hours of Glen Helen.

CST is proud to welcome all of its riders to its strongest ATV roster yet, and looks forward to cheering them on to victory throughout the year.