2023 MERP Grand-Prix Series

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Hillis Cycle Center - Celebrating 20 years!

Motocross is more than just racing for the Hillis Family - it’s an entire way of life. In 2003 Jeff and Brenda Hillis turned their passion and years of experience into a full time business helping riders and racers of all backgrounds take care of their motorcycles. Their sons Josh and Andrew are moving into bigger and more important roles - it’s easy to see that Hillis Cycle Center is in good hands for years to come. The shop boasts a service department with Big Josh behind the T-Handles and a loaded parts department to keep your machine maintained to the highest levels. If you’re a weekend warrior or a hardcore racer - Hillis Cycle Center has everything you need to get back on the track.

Last season when I saw the #2 Honda Machine on the line I knew it could only be one of the Hillis Crew. Andrew came out and took the B Class by storm. I personally have spent a lot of time with the Hillis crew traveling across the region and linking up with them at different races. Going fast is definitely genetic in the Hillis Family - Jeff raced on the national level for years and ran at the front of the pack locally in the A-Class. His signature style on the #2 is unmistakable. When the gate dropped the bullshit stopped and the big man on the Honda would stretch the throttle cable and find his way to the front of the pack. Josh is an accomplished racer himself and has some bibs from Loretta Lynn’s ranch of his own hanging up. Word around the campfire is the Big Dog will be coming out to the Open Pro Sport class with his brother this season. In the evenings at the shop Josh spins the wrenches on his own machines and every year brings a fleet of bikes down to the AMA Mid-Ohio Vintage Motorcycle days. From 125cc - 500cc he has some trick machines worth drooling over.

Motocross is a way of life for the Hillis Family - and if you’re in the Ashland area go over to the shop and support the guys that support racing. They have years of knowledge and experience to help you make the best out of your next ride.
 
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Next we are pleased and proud to welcome Shred MX Conditioning to our sponsor program in 2023!

Racing motorcycles is expensive - thousands of dollars get invested into our machines, rigs and equipment to get us to the races. This year we have partnered with Shred MX Conditioning to help racers invest in a too often overlooked aspect of your racing program……FITNESS. What I like about Ashlee Harris ‘s program is that they are affordable and provide a ton of value to the racer. Ashlee is a NASM-Certified Personal Trainer and designs easy to understand fitness programs designed specifically for motocross and off-road racers. These programs are designed to improve your strength, stamina, flexibility and cardio on and off the motorcycle. All of these aspects are key to improving your race results and most importantly make you a safer rider. Training your body plays a role in injury prevention and Ashlee isn’t just some trainer out of touch with what goes on the race track. She’s out there every weekend riding and racing with you and with years of experience she can provide valuable insight for your own racing program. This season set aside some time to invest in yourself with training for Shred MX Conditioning and make sure you attend our group mountain bike rides at Camp Tuscazoar this season to get some cardio in before each round of the MERP GP series. Ashlee will be attending all of these rides and giving our riders some tips and tricks when it comes to cross training on mountain bikes!

The Crow Canyon GP - April 16th #merpgp #racing #motocross #offroad #gncc #dirtbikes #shredmxconditioning #sponsored
 
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Smooth Speed MX

The first - and a forever sponsor of the Mid-East Racing Promotions Grand Prix series. We are beyond proud to welcome back Smooth Speed MX as the official tire and wheel choice of the MERP GP series! Cory Schaffernocker is core moto by definition and started Smooth Speed 4 years ago with one goal in mind - help riders keep their machines maintained and safe on the race track. Smooth Speed is an expert in wheel repair. He can source OEM and aftermarket wheel parts to get you back on the track faster - with your hoops rolling smooth. Cory does tires too! One of the most important maintenance items on your machine to ensure tip top performance on race day - Cory has the ability to get his hands on any combination of tires you’re looking for. Not to mention he’ll put them on for you too! Massive thank you to Cory and his crew over at Smooth Speed MX - go get your machine dialed in for the 2023 GP season and tell him MERP sent ya!

Cut it out with the wobbling wheels, pinched tubes and busted knuckles. Get down to Smooth Speed today and tell him MERP sent ya!

The Crow Canyon GP - April 16th #merpgp #racing #motocross #offroad #gncc #dirtbikes #smoothspeedmx #sponsored
 
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Consistency PAYS at a MERP GP



Not just in results for 2023 but in Wiseco Credit!



Wiseco has stepped up with in season support for MERP racers at each of the 5 rounds.



The Crow Canyon GP is a nod to the 65cc classes and it’s not all about being fast. This award is given out based on CONSISTENCY. ⚖️



The scoring team will analyze the lap times for all of the 65cc classes and the rider that has the SMALLEST gap between their 2nd lap and their final lap will earn $125 in Wiseco Credit!



This credit can be used on any Wiseco product from Top End Kits, Clutch Kits, Garage Buddy Rebuild Kits and more!



So 65cc racers - it’s Dungey style at the Crow Canyon GP. Ride consistent and earn some Wiseco Bucks.



Again, massive thank you to Wiseco for coming on board to support the MERP Grand-Prix Series!



The Crow Canyon GP - April 16th #merpgp #racing #motocross #offroad #gncc #dirtbikes #wiseco #sponsored
 
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