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MONACO (Principality of Monaco), 2 February, 2016 – Youthstream is announcing today a new multi-year agreement with Alpinestars, the world’s leading motorsport performance footwear, protection and apparel company.  

The agreement sees Alpinestars continue as the ‘Official Protective Footwear and Apparel Partner’ of the FIM Motocross World Championship, which this year commences on February 27 with the MXGP of Qatar and will visit Thailand, Argentina, Mexico, the US and Europe.

Alpinestars has been at the very heart of motocross for over five decades, innovating and developing class-leading off-road performance products and material technologies for its professional riders and customers in one of the most demanding forms of motorsport.   

The agreement, which builds on decades of cooperation with Youthstream, means Alpinestars will have visibility throughout the entire 2016 MXGP season, with premium track-side branding as well as paddock promotions and GP activations.

At the heart of its involvement in MXGP, Alpinestars’ racing program continues to focus on its core objectives of giving world-class athletes – such as MXGP champions Romain Febvre, Tim Gajser and Jeffrey Herlings – improved protection, performance and comfort, while developing and testing new technologies to ensure its customers receive the same performance innovations as those of the world’s best professional off-road riders.

Mario Marini, Youthstream’s Director of Corporate Relations, said: “The last two years of partnership between the MXGPs and Alpinestars have been like a smooth first class journey for two companies that share vision and relentless desire for improvement and growth. Literally, it took minutes to formalize our continuing partnership and we are very glad that Alpinestars is part of our program as they do not only bring along their incredible history, quality, design and reputation, they are also extremely proactive and committed in promoting our sport and supporting in every way possible the MXGPs all around the world”.

“Alpinestars has been developing technology for motocross racers for over 50 years,” said Gabriele Mazzarolo, President of Alpinestars. “We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and ensuring that both top class athletes and customers enjoy the benefits of our world class products. The MXGP Championship, where so many Alpinestars riders have won titles, is an important part of our drive to prove new riding performance technologies at the highest level and the continuing partnership with Youthstream, who have contributed greatly to the development of world motocross, is a natural and mutually beneficial relationship in helping to promote enjoyment and safety for the sport”.

About Alpinestars

Alpinestars is the world’s premier performance motorsport footwear, protection and apparel company. Founded in 1963 in northern Italy, in the heart of a region famed for footwear and fashion design, the company’s mission is to offer class-leading products and track-tested technology to customers. Since beginning when the company’s founder, Sante Mazzarolo, designed an off-road boot that would become an icon of modern motorcycling, Alpinestars has been bringing its world-class technological innovation and unique vision to all major motorsport series, from MotoGP, the Motocross World Championship and AMA Supercross to Formula 1, NASCAR and sports car racing.    

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It’s not Motocross and it’s not Supercross, it’s Supermotocross; taking all the very best from both specialities creating a unique event with a concentration of pure adrenaline and show with the greatest rivals of all time.

All of the fastest motocross riders in the world will be there and ready to go bar to bar inside the floodlit stadium. All 7 manufacturers will take part, KTM, Husqvarna, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki and TM. Each brand will line up 3 riders who will compete for a massive cash prize.

Be there October 8th at the Veltins Arena, Germany or watch LIVE on www.mxgp-tv.com!

For many inside the Grand Prix paddock the trips to places like Qatar, Thailand, Argentina, Mexico and America makes the FIM Motocross World Championship just that little bit more special. The 2016 season is filled with exotic stops and amazing cultures.

Not every rider is a fan of flying, and Russian charger Evgeny Bobryshev is one that would rather drive to the races, than fly. Despite this the HRC factory rider does enjoy the far-away places.

“It is a lot of flying,” Bobryshev said. “I hate flying, but I still really like the Qatar/Thailand trip. I enjoy those two rounds and Argentina is also nice, but it’s such a long way and everyone is in the same position. The travel is tough, with the time difference, the weather is different, it makes it really tough, but we have to get used to that.”

Two times World MX2 champion Jeffrey Herlings feels the overseas races are important for the growth of the sport. He also find the whole experience at times tough, but worthwhile.

“It’s a nice calendar,” Herlings said. “It is also nice to go overseas, and to give people in those countries the chance to see us. So going to places like Thailand and Argentina is really cool, they hardly get to see riders of our level. It is tough on the body, and I do my best with that part of it.”

Suzuki factory rider Ben Townley who started his career in GP when there were not any fly away races is looking forward to getting to some of the countries he still hasn’t visited.

“I am looking forward to the culture and experience,” Townley said. “I think a lot of people in the paddock might not like the travel, but I am used to it, I come from the furthest away point on the planet to be here, so I don’t mind the travel and at the age I am I am really looking forward to soaking it up. When I was young I didn’t care about the old buildings and the food. It comes with age I guess.”

Stefan Everts the owner of the Suzuki factory set-up has travelled to maybe more countries than any of the current day riders, and obviously heading to the opening round in Qatar this year means a lot to him.

“I mean, I am very excited to go to Qatar,” Everts said. “We have already made some changes with our overseas set-up, but to do the first GP in the new colors and the new team it’s exciting. Most of the team will be there, also Sylvain, because it’s my first one and he shouldn’t miss that. I am happy we don’t have three overseas in a row, and now the schedule is a lot better. The tracks are good and very different and my personal preference is to end the season in Europe, but we end it in USA, but I am ok and we accept it.”

All in all the long flights, and different foods and changing temperatures might not be for everyone, but for those that enjoy the experience of something new, then the 2016 FIM Motocross World Championship calendar is perfect for you.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco), 27 January 2016 – Youthstream is pleased to release the first time schedule of the year for the opening round of the 2016 FIM Motocross World Championship, MXGP of Qatar, which is set to take place at the world renowned circuit of Losail, Qatar on February 26^th and 27^th.

From now on you will be able to download the time schedule of each event on the event page on www.MXGP.com.

Please find here below the timetable for the MXGP of Qatar and click HERE to download the document.

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One hundred and twenty-second issue of this bi-weekly motorcycle sport magazine, tackling the latest races and issues in MotoGP, the FIM Motocross World Championship, AMA Motocross/Supercross and World Superbike as well as general motorcycling and accessories with the best blogs and photographs. In OTOR 122: Anaheim Dungeyed; two in a row for the reigning champ while Chad Reeds talks about his resilient start to ’16 and after in almost 190 career gatedrops. Full reaction inside. Peeled; KTM take the unusual and interesting step of throwing open confidential areas of their factory in Mattighofen and Kiska workspace to journalists. See more. In a Russian; OTOR visits Evgeny Bobryshev training hard in California to see how and why the MXGP HRC star thinks he can do better than third in the world in 2016. MotoGP: The important Qs. Steve English fires over the five key questions or issues that MotoGP fans could be thinking about as the testing window comes close to opening for ’16 plus Triumph Street Twin and much more

Read OTOR 122 HERE

Fox Head Inc. is proud to announce the signing of 2015 MX2 World Champion, Tim Gajser into its profile of premier class riders. Coming into the MX World Championship 2016, 19-year-old Slovenian, Tim Gajser, is poised to make his debut in the MXGP class this season. He will riding in FOX racewear and FOX Instinct boots throughout the 2016 championship.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco), 22 January 2016 – Youthstream and Milestone are pleased to release a new action trailer for MXGP2 – The Official Motocross Videogame which is scheduled for launch on March 31^st 2016 on Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system, PlayStation®4, and Windows PC®/STEAM™.

Together with the action trailer also the 2015 riders’ riding gear is unveiled.

Main elements are the tracks of MXGP of Patagonia Argentina, MXGP of Trentino, MXGP of Czech Republic and MXGP of Spain. But the news also includes the 2015 riding gear of the riders that were on the official roster as well.

“This year thanks to new technologies and a precise work on the reference side, we’ve improved a lot the final look of the tracks and the riders. This trailer represents the work we’ve made this year for the artistic side of the game”, affirms Elisa Consolini, Lead Artist Milestone. “The high quality of texture placed on the riders’ 3D models and to the tracks, with an amazing work in replicate the silhouette of the track, and great lighting effects will offer a pleasant experience to all the players”, concludes Consolini.

MXGP2 – The Official Motocross Videogame is developed by Milestone S.r.l., Italy’s leading videogame developer for consoles and PC, and the world’s foremost developer of videogames dedicated to the world of motorcycling.

Follow us on Facebook, on the official YouTube channel, check out #MXGPVideogame, or visit the site www.mxgpvideogame.com.

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Check out the latest issue of Motocross Illustrated with stories on Romain Febvre, Chad Reed, Evgeny Bobryshev, Ben Townley and much more.

MONACO (Principality of Monaco), 20 January 2016 – Youthstream president Mr. Giuseppe Luongo and Youthstream Director Mr.David Luongo were invited to Concord, North Carolina, USA, to attend the national media presentation of the Monster Energy MXGP of Americas, which is set to take place at the famed Charlotte Motor Speedway stadium in Concord on September 2-3 2016. Both Mr. Giuseppe Luongo and Mr. David Luongo were very pleased to be there especially because it is the first time MXGP, the world’s premier international motocross championship, will go to Charlotte and ZMAX DRAGWAY. 

At the presentation they had the opportunity to meet the Monster Energy MXGP of Americas’ event organisers, Marcus Smith, CEO of Speedway Motorsports, Inc., and the Motocross Champion Jeremy McGrath as well as many of the major national media representatives.

During the presentation it was also announced that Monster Energy will be the title sponsor of the MXGP of Americas in addition to the Monster Energy MXGP of The USA, the season finale, which will take place at the amazing Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, America.

With the extra support from Monster Energy, a leading manufacturer of energy drinks and a worldwide marketing giant, the Monster Energy MXGP of Americas and with the knowledge that North Carolina is a prominent area of motorsport in the USA, mostly due to its epic rounds of Nascar, it is obvious the motocross grand prix has great potential to attract a wide and enthusiastic audience and is bound to be a great success.

Giuseppe Luongo, President of Youthstream said “It’s a pleasure and honor to work together with Speedway Motosports Inc. and to bring MXGP to this outstanding venue. The area of the ZMAX Dragway is perfect to build a spectacular race track where the best motocross riders in the world can race in front of thousands of spectators who will be seated comfortably in the grandstands. The event will be followed live worldwide by a massive TV audience. We want to thank Monster Energy for their support, the cooperation with SMI is fantastic, so I am sure that all together we will organize an event which will remain in the memory of all the fans”.

“At Speedway Motorsports, Inc., we are always committed to bringing world-class events to our facilities, and there is no bigger motocross event in the world than the Monster Energy MXGP of the Americas,” said Marcus Smith, CEO of Speedway Motorsports, Inc.  “Youthstream, the owner of MXGP, is an excellent partner with a grand vision.  Not only will we have an opportunity to host competitors and fans from three continents and 16 countries, we’ll be able to showcase our facility and Charlotte on the world stage with the Monster Energy MXGP of the Americas.”

The unique race course will be built across the four lanes of zMAX Dragway, giving spectators an up-close view of the daredevil action. It will take several tons of dirt and gravel to build the foundation of the course, which will begin following the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals April 22-24, 2016.

The one-mile course, built by Youthstream’s best know how, features 15 jumps that will send riders soaring 25 to 30 feet in the air, 12 tight turns and seven switchbacks that can deliver spills and lead changes, and straightaways where riders’ speeds will top 55 MPH.

“It’s going to be an amazing race course and an amazing weekend,” said Motocross Legend Jeremy McGrath. “The course is going to be tough and tight, fans are going to see those crazy jumps out there. If they’ve never been to a motocross event, this is one to see!  And, it will be cool to show off Charlotte to the world circuit.”

Tickets for the Monster Energy MXGP of the Americas begin at $59 for weekend tickets and two-day paddock passes.  Special hotel offers for the Monster Energy MXGP of Americas are available and camping is available in adjacent lots with ticket purchase. Visit www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/mxgp/ for weekend details, hours and to purchase tickets.

About Charlotte Motor Speedway

For more than 50 years, Charlotte Motor Speedway has set the standard for motorsports entertainment for fans of all ages.

Charlotte Motor Speedway is the only race vacation destination where fans can immerse themselves in the heart of NASCAR country. Visitors can attend one-of-a-kind race spectacles such as the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, the Coca-Cola 600 and the Bank of America 500; take behind-the-scenes speedway and race shop tours; explore the NASCAR Hall of Fame; and drive an 800-horsepower stock car.

Through every event and every decade, Charlotte Motor Speedway puts FANS FIRST with a never-ending commitment to enhance the fan experience. That tradition continues with unmatched value through affordable season tickets, unparalleled prerace entertainment and more opportunities for fans to see their favorite riders or drivers.

For all the latest news and information visit www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or download the Charlotte Motor Speedway mobile app.

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Picture from left to right: Coy Gibbs (JGRMX Motocross Team Owner), Giuseppe Luongo (Youthstream President), Jeremy Mc Grath (Motocross Champion) and Marcus Smith (President/CEO SMI, President and General Manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway)

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A year ago they were saying that the MXGP class had the toughest field of riders ever, well guess what, 2016 is even tougher. This year’s MXGP championship is massive in the context of depth. Six former or present motocross world champions in the class, and a lot of young riders coming through to try and seek their own glory.

I doubt anyone would be willing to bet who is going to win the season opener in Doha, Qatar in five weeks’ time, and I know for sure picking the winning is nearly impossible. Names like Febvre, Cairoli, Desalle, Paulin, Nagl, Gajser, Guillod, Townley, Strijbos, Bobryshev and Tixier make this the most demanding motocross series in the sport and one that is producing the most amazing racing.

We thought we would look at five riders we think will make a big splash in 2016.

Romain Febvre: The defending champion and possibly the future king of this class. With a year of experience, and a world title already in his pocket the smiling, quiet Frenchman must be in a good place. Another year on his factory Yamaha 450cc machine and a new deal with clothing giant Alpinestars and you can bet Febvre will look the goods this season. 

Antonio Cairoli: Still seems weird putting his name behind anyone’s, as he has been the master of the class for a bunch of years now. His determination to come back from an injury riddled 2015 season would seem enough to make him a heavy favorite to regain his MXGP title. The years are catching up with the legendary Italian, but riders like Cairoli always pull something special out of their pocket and 2016 might just see him claim world title number nine.

Gautier Paulin: Preparing in America with famous American trainer Aldon Baker sounds like the second of the leading French riders is more serious than ever with his efforts. Paulin shows consistency in 2015, and although his speed was down somewhat compared to 2014, he will have learnt more about his HRC machine and figured out some bugs he might have had. He is also recovered from his knee injury.

Clement Desalle: The tough Belgian rider lines up with the Monster Energy Kawasaki team, and while the team still probably has nightmares about their 2015 season, Desalle will make sure this bad dreams end quickly. One of the most determined riders in the world and a multiple GP winner. Can the Belgian win his country their first world motocross championship in nine years?

Tim Gajser: Throwing the youngster under a bus here. Coming into the toughest series in the world after his MX2 championship success is going to be difficult. He has the style to move nicely into the big boy class, and with HRC backing his every move he has the right support. If he can handle the rough and tumble of the MXGP class, then his natural talent will shine. Hopefully some strong results in Qatar and Thailand, will give him the confidence to run up front often.