This time around our roving band of motocross fans and party pushers settled into the Union Hall Night Club for Round 3 of the “SEND IT” party series. This write-up arrives before my headache has had a chance to depart. Self inflicted. Can’t blame it on anything but a concoction of good vibes and unexpected twists.

Our transition into the evening began with a limo ride courtesy of the Union Hall. I only mention it here because this service is available to the public --  and you might come across this fine travel vestibule in the Whyte Ave area if you keep your eyes peeled.

 (Castrol Raceway, Edmonton Alberta, June 21st)
 
As riders arrived on Friday and gazed at the pristine Castrol Raceway track, many were in awe of the dirt quality and high speeds this track will offer. After racing the track myself on Saturday, I knew that this would be the race to watch out of all the rounds so far.

 

The Pro practice on Saturday really showed the speeds that were possible. Surprisingly, as the day progressed, the Monster Energy Kawasaki Cernic’s Team was nowhere to be found. Finally the familiar faces of Paul and Jack Carpenter and Bobby Kiniry began to appear on track although too late for practice.

 

The team was not discouraged; only more excited to get the job done.
 
MX2 – Once again Canidae Motorsports/Monster Energy rider Dean Wilson dominated with a 1st overall. This was Wilson’s last stop on the Canadian Nationals tour and he will open the door for others to chase for the championship. Wilson is looking forward to the racing ahead of him in the United States.

 

Following closely and charging hard was Teddy Maier aboard the Leading Edge Kawasaki. Teddy is now sitting pretty in 2nd is looking forward to dominating the rest of the rounds as the series moves east.
 
MX1 – Finally some changes have been made to the podium! 

Up until now Colton Facciotti has won every moto since this stop last year but his winning streak came to an end with fast performances by his teammate Dusty Klatt and Monster Energy Cernic’s team rider Paul Carpenter.

 

 

This post comes on the eve of the Round 3 party. I’ll blame it on the 6 days it took to wipe the laser dust from my eyes. Snatch Nightclub, whose name can make even an exotic dancer blush, hosted the 2nd round of the SEND IT party series. Snatch is a beautiful big venue, lavishly decorated with rock n’ roll tapestry like motorbikes, snakeskin, leopardskin, zebraskin, and bare skin. And for this night only, a massive striking laser show; with lasers typical of large stadiums and even larger rock star egos. But this headlining act is made up of humble djs that are bestowed with mad skills. They stepped to the plate armed with 45s (7” records courtesy of DJ Vinyl Ritchie) and a donkey mask (courtesy of Mat the Alien). While most of the crowed was dancing feverishly and oblivious to the musical manifestation surrounding them there was a particular loyal audience present just for these guys. Hanging on to every scratch and juggle in particular was a young guy, and his birthday entourage, who turned 18 that exact day and arrived at the venue promptly at 9pm to not miss a beat. Legit! And not missing a beat, or anyone’s gaze, was Calgary’s premier radio personality Miss Ange, Canada’s famous breaks dj Mama Miche and their sassy female entourage. They were dressed like a bowl of festive fruit and summed up the fun dance vibe.

Now both the lasers and motocross schedule are pointed northward. The SEND IT Party, Round 3, unfolds at Union Rock Bar in Edmonton, Alberta. City of Champions, home of the 2nd largest mall in North America and 1st ranked dance floor on Saturday. See you at Castrol Raceway or among the lasers and hasers at Union Hall Nightclub this Saturday, June 20.

UNION HALL is located on Argyll and 99 Street (6240 99 Street NW).
Edmonton, AB.

Limited number of COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS available at:
* CYCLE WORKS
* EASY RIDER
* THE SOURCE SNOW & SKATE

MONSTER FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=107103601404&ref=ts

UNION HALL NIGHTCLUB EVENT PAGE:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=92495523290

Coors Light, Zoo York and Monster Energy present:
In association with SBC, Underworld, Osiris and Oakley:

The AM Getting Laid After Party with Souls of Mischief (from Oakland) and DJ Dom Rocket (from New York) Saturday July 25th at the Theatre TELUS, located at 1280 St-Denis corner of Ste-Catherine east.

In collaboration with New Era, Dakine, Vestal, Dose.ca, Crux magazine, Expose, Control skateboards, Transworld skateboarding, 33 mag and Jagermeister

The tickets are on sale at Underworld, Theatre TELUS and Admission.

Door at 9pm
Tickets price:
14$ in advance
18$ at the door

Check out the Facebook Event page here for more information.

The season has begun. So much anticipation was felt in the pits as all the teams were prepping their athletes and bikes. Small bets were being past around, as to who would win the first moto or would get the whole shot.  Finally at noon the gates dropped and the 2009 season was under way.  

MX2 – Canidae Motorsports/Monster Energy rider Dean Wilson did a great job showing everyone that where he left off in Walton last season was just the beginning. Wilson went 1 and 1 in his motos.
Following closely was Iowa’s Teddy Meier. Riding again for Leading Edge Kawasaki Teddy finished 3rd and 2nd with a third overall. Great start for both of these Monster Energy riders.

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The 2009 Monster Energy Motocross Nationals had one of the most anticipated starts in recent Canadian motocross history. Athletes from Hungary, South Africa, United States and the host country collected at the dusty and sun flushed Whispering Pines motocross track. The field was uncharacteristically stacked at the first stop of the tour and made the final podium hard to predict. It was also hard to predict how many speaker dancers there would be for DJs Mat the Alien and Vinyl Ritchie at the Monster Energy “Send It” Party.

Green lasers and lights illuminated the Thirsty Dog Night Club to keep the MX energy going through into the night. A collection of club regulars, motocross industry types and a loyal DJ fan base convoluted on the dance floor in an electronic flurry and very dense speaker dancing session. The energy, or…. errr…other enhancements, produced the sort of shirtless show that are usually reserved for much later in the night, if at all. Vinyl Ritchie began the party with a tribute to CCR since John Fogerty was also in town for a gig. That set the show off on the right foot. The party progressed as good parties do although time stood still for a moment while Mat the Alien unleashed some scratching skills. Guys went from ‘gawking at girls’ to ‘gawking at Mat’. And then it turned into a lazer light show until the….well…lights went out for those that indulged a little too heavily.

That was just a warm up kids. See you in Calgary on Saturday, June 13, 2009. SEND IT PARTY – ROUND 2 is at SNATCH Night Club, not too far from the track. Mat the Alien and Vinyl Ritchie are back. And so is one massive light and sound show.

Facebook Event page:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=90674219474

Words by Paul Rak.
(Paul placed 2nd in the Old Timers...err... Masters Division. Congrats Paul!)

The season has begun. So much anticipation was felt in the pits as all the teams where prepping their athletes and bike. Small bets were being past around, as to who will win the first moto or will get the whole shot.

 

Finally at noon the gates dropped and the 2009 season is under way.

MX2 – Canidae Motorsports/Monster Energy rider Dean Wilson did a great job showing everyone that where he left off in Walton last season was just the beginning. Wilson went 1 and 1 in his motos.

 

Following closely was Iowa’s Teddy Meier. Riding again for Leading Edge Kawasaki Teddy finished 3 and 2 with a third overall. Great start for both of these Monster Energy riders.

MX1 – These very anticipated 2 motos were as exciting to the fans as they were for the racers and teams. Colton Facciotti was the winner of both motos and took the overall.

 

Paul Carpenter on the Monster Energy Cernic’s Kawasaki team finished a comfortable 3 and 5 with a 3rd overall.

 

Paul is very happy to be in Canada again defending his Championship from 2007. "Today didn't quite go as planned," commented Paul Carpenter after the race.  "I didn't ride the race that I thought I could but we still came out with a 3rd overall for the day.  I know our team will be ready to go next week and I'm looking forward to battling with these guys again."

This weekend was a perfect start to the 2009 season.

Monster Energy presents The National Motocross Series – Round 3 “Send It” Party on Saturday, June 20th, Edmonton, AB.  Music by DJ Vinyl Ritchie and Mat the Alien.  Watch the heats in the day, the beat the heat at the Union Hall Night Club at night. 

Doors: 9:00PM

Debauchery: 9:01PM

There are a limited number of FREE tickets available at The Source, Cycle Works & Easy Rider. Subject to capacity. 

Get there early or listen from outside.

Click Here for more information on our Facebook page.

Monster Energy presents The National Motocross Series – Round 2 “Send It” Party on Saturday, June 13th, Calgary, AB.  Music by DJ Vinyl Ritchie and Mat the Alien.  Watch the heats in the day, the beat the heat at the Snatch Night Club at night. 

Doors: 9:00PM

Debauchery: 9:01PM

There are a limited number of FREE tickets available at The Source, Bow Cycle or Blackfoot Motorcycles. Subject to capacity. 

Get there early or listen from outside.

Click Here for more information on our Facebook page.

The first round of the CRMC Monster Energy Motocross Nationals got underway this weekend and all three Monster Energy Cernic's Kawasaki riders finished in the top ten. 

Paul Carpenter lead the team with a third place overall finish while Heidi Cooke grabbed the win in the Women's Pro class.

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