Age: 19
Birthdate: 12-15-1992
Hometown: Elk River, MN
Married? No
Spouse’s Name: N/A
Kids: N/A
No. of Years Racing: 10
No. of years with Polaris: 2
Occupation: Student at Bethel University
Hobbies: Motocross; Going to our cabin; Hunting; Fishing; Hanging out with friends and family.
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning sweep in Lake Geneva in 2009.
How did you get started in racing? My dad raced so he started me on 120s.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 1 Points Championship, several National wins in Sport class.
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro-Lite – ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Points Championship
Favorite Track? ERX MotorPark
Toughest Racer to pass on the track?
Describe your off-season training regimen: Working out in the gym in the week during the off-season. Biking and riding Motocross, training with Drew Robertson.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): Always pray before every race, warming up on the bike and watching the track.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Having a Pro rider like Johan to ride with and learn from.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world?
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Audi R8
What music do you listen to? Rap, Rock
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? TORC Truck
Crew Members: Josh Groen Levi Ensrud Hoss Reige Chris Carlson Dave Otto
Sponsors: Polaris; Sportech; Arctiva; Muscle Milk; Sheffield Plastics; Woody’s; Fox Racing Shox; Parts Unlimited; Transport Graphics; Plaskolite; HMK
Age: 25 Birthdate: 4/1987 Hometown: Colby, WI Married? Engaged Fiancé’s Name: Amber Kids: N/A No. of Years Racing: 6 No. of years with Polaris: 6 Occupation: Racer/Landscaping Hobbies: Motocross, hunting, fishing, and hanging out with friends and family. Most Memorable Moment in Racing: My first National Semi-Pro season as a whole. I led laps in my first Semi-Pro final and got a win in Utah later in the year! How did you get started in racing? I have raced motocross for quite a few years and have always wanted to try racing sleds; one year a friend let me race his sled at a local race. I was hooked! Major Racing Accomplishments: Multiple National Semi-Pro Podiums and a Main Event Win National Sport Super Stock Championship 2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro-Lite at ISOC Nationals Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Championship Favorite Track? Lake Geneva Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Anyone can be passed, but some racers ride a wider sled than others. Describe your off-season training regimen: Racing Motocross, road bike and the gym. What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? None really Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My family and friends that race or raced in the past.
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Astro Van
What music do you listen to? Pretty much everything
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)?
Crew Members: Kevin, Paul, Craig, Brian and Trenton Lieders, Ray Hulten, Josh Sweiton Sponsors: POLARIS LEIGHTON MOTORSPORTS FLY WALKER EVANS WOODY’S BULLY DOG 139 DESIGNS C&A PRO WPS ROX HMK 2 COOL AIR VENTS TRIPLE 9 GOGGLES BOYESON HULTEN SPEED SPORTS AMSOIL IDAHO POTATO COMMISSION CRAPO TRUCKING WESTERN TRAILERS ICE AGE PERFORMANCE ACTION GRAPHICS LIEDERS RACING ROEHL TRANSPORT ALUMA TRAILERS HCP DESIGN POWER PAC MOTORSPORTS CTI LEATT
Age: 21
Birthdate: 7/25/1991
Hometown: Virginia, MN
No. of Years Racing: 8
No. of years with Polaris: 3
Occupation: student
Hobbies: Snowmobiling; Motocross Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Voted Rising Star, Points Championship, Completing the I-500. Winning the Soo-500 with Gabe and Aaron. How did you get started in racing? Grandpa was a Moto-ski and Woody’s dealer and my Dad was big into racing. Major Racing Accomplishments: Getting my name out to the sport and having Polaris help with so much support. 2012-2013 Racing Divisions: USXC Cross Country Racing Pro Stock and Pro Improved Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win the USXC Pro Stock and Pro Improved Points. Finish the I-500. Win or top 5 in Pro class points Favorite Track? Red Lake, MN Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Ryan Faust Describe your off-season training regimen: Pain and Sufferage leads to good results – “Steve Swensen” and Motocross What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Just get ready to go. Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Alaska
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Duramax or an Audi Quattro
What music do you listen to? Everything
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Doesn’t matter – It’s all fun. Crew Members: Gabe Bunke Jeff Klein Bob Menne Spencer Kadlec Sponsors: Polaris Racing; Subway; Klim; Woody’s; Premier Plastics; Walker Evans Shocks
Birthdate: 6/15/1991
Hometown: Freedom, WI
No. of Years Racing: 13
No. of years with Polaris: 13
Occupation: Laser Operator at Performance Sheet Metal
Hobbies: Motocross; snowboarding; wakeboarding
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning my first championship at age 7
How did you get started in racing? My dad raced and it rubbed off on me.
Major Racing Accomplishments:
Getting to where I am now
2012-2013 Racing Divisions:
Pro Lite ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win a Points Championship at the National level
Favorite Track? Lake Geneva
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Nobody
Describe your off-season training regimen: Motocross; weight lifting
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Listen to my IPod
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Jeff Ludwig Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Aspen
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Nissan Titan
What music do you listen to? Rock / Rap
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Motocross
Crew Members: Matt Haberland Jeff Ludwig
Sponsors: Polaris Racing; Woody’s; Furniture Solutions; Ken’s Sports; Oakley; Miller Electric; Performance Welding
Age: 23
Birthdate: 9/15/1989
Hometown: St. Anthony, ID
No. of Years Racing: 11
No. of years with Polaris: 7
Occupation: Farmer
Hobbies: Racing Bikes, Snow machines, hunting, fishing
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Hanging out with all my friends at the circuit.
How did you get started in racing? My cousins were doing it so I thought I would follow suit.
2009 MWR Pro High Points Champion.
2012-2013 Racing Divisions ISOC Pro Open
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Be consistent – get on the box.
Favorite Track? Canterbury
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Cory Davis
Describe your off-season training regimen: Biking, Running, And Lifting
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? I put my left boot on first.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Kurtis, Shaun, Jeremy Crapo
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Hawaii
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Lambo
Crew Members: Trace & Wendy Leighton Ray Hulten Timi Leighton Josh Sweiton
Sponsors: POLARIS LEIGHTON MOTORSPORTS FLY WALKER EVANS WOODY’S BULLY DOG 139 DESIGNS C&A PRO WPS ROX 2 COOL AIR VENTS TRIPLE 9 GOGGLES BOYESON HULTEN SPEED SPORTS AMSOIL IDAHO POTATO COMMISSION CRAPO TRUCKING WESTERN TRAILERS ICE AGE PERFORMANCE ACTION GRAPHICS
Age: 41
Birthdate: 11/25/1970
Hometown: Holt, MN
Spouse’s Name:
Kids: Ashli, Corli, Riley, Brinli
No. of Years Racing: 23
No. of years with Polaris: 17
Occupation: Construction Road Work
Hobbies: Snowmobiling; dirt biking; fishing; hunting
Most Memorable Moment in Racing:
3) I-5OO X-C Wins
8) SOO I-500 Wins
How did you get started in racing? My brother was doing it so I wanted to.
1997, 2003 & 2005 I-500 X-C Winner
2003, 2004, 2005 USCC Pro Champion
1998, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2008 2011 SOO I-500 Winner
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: USXC – Pro Stock, Pro Open, Vet 35, Vet 40
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Do the best I can
Favorite Track? Soo I-500
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Kirk Hibbert
Describe your off-season training regimen: work, fish, dirt bike
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)?
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Burt Basset, Leroy Linblad, Mike Stazak,
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Don’t know
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Duramax
What music do you listen to? Walen Jennings
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Race my buddies.
Crew Members: Dustin Holmstrom Tim Schultz Travis Hjelle
Sponsors: Polaris, FXR Clothing, Studboy, Walker Evans, Davidson Ready Mix, Carver Performance, XLT Performance
Age: 16
Birthdate: 5/15/1996
Hometown: EauClaire, WI
Married? N/A
Number of years racing: 7
Number of years on Polaris 7
Occupation: Student
Hobbies: Snow Cross, Motocross, Biking, Drag racing
Most Memorable Moment In racing:
Getting my first podium at the ISOC Nations at BIR 2008 Sweeping Duluth in 2009 for my first National win Getting 2nd in sport 2 at Canterbury National 2012
How Did I get started in racing?
I had been going to the races and my dad ask me if I would like to try it . So I did and can’t get enough know.
2011 Winning 14-15 at Lake Geneva 2011 Winning 16-17 show down at Lake Geneva 2011 Novice Sport Eagle River Champion 2011 Semi-Pro Iron Man Champion 2011 Sport 1 Irace Points Champion 2011 14-15 Irace Champion 2010 10-14 National Champion 2010 10-14 Eagle River World Champion 2010 10-14 Irace Champion 2009 10-14 ISOC Regional Saturday points champion 2009 10-14 ISOC Regional Sunday points champion. 2009 10-14 Irace Points Champion. 2008 10-14 Irace Points Champion 2007 10-14 3RD Northwood’s Challenge
Sport ISOC Nationals Pro-lite ISOC Regional’s
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win races and have fun.
Favorite Track: Lake Geneva
Toughest Racer to pass on track? Eddie Neubauer
Describe your off-season training regimen: Ride motocross and ride BMX bikes
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Just tell myself I can do it
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Family and Friends
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Colorado
If money was no object what vehicle would you be driving? Big Jacked up 4 door Duramax
What music do you listen to? Rock
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Moto Cross
Crew Members:
Jeff Kris Savannah Craig Pat Jeff G
Sponsors:
Polaris Racing, Walker Evans Shocks, Jeff’s Seamless Gutters, Window World, Tekvest, Evs Cutting Edge Excavators, Hmk, Dell’s Elk Lake, Chuck’s On Clairemont, Concrete Connections and All my friends Jeff, Lona, Dinky, Tammi, Pat, Jen Chuck, Melissa and Bob G., American Family
Birthdate: 12/8/1995
Hometown: Ham Lake, MN
No. of years with Polaris: 8
Hobbies: Motocross; Jetski; Going to the Lake
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Sweeping Jr. Classes at Duluth last year First Sport National Podium
How did you get started in racing? All of my neighbors raced so I started with them.
2008-2009 National Champion Jr. 10-13 10 National Wins 8 MN State Championships Sport National Podiums
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Sport – ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Top 3 sport National Points / Be Consistent
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Zak Mason
Describe your off-season training regimen:
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Nothing really
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My dad, James Johnstad
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Anywhere in Europe to race
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Ford Raptor
What music do you listen to? Anything
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Rally car
Brian Jansen Brad Richardson Leonard Jansen
Sponsors: Polaris; Northway Sports; FXR; Boulder Contracting; C&A Pro; Team; Studboy; Allstate; AMSOIL; Bell Helmets
Age: 20
Birthdate: 4/29/1992
Hometown: Oconomowoc, WI
No. of Years Racing: 3
Occupation: Auto Technician
Hobbies: Skateboarding; Mountain Biking; Drumming with my band.
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning last year’s Silverdome National.
How did you get started in racing?
After watching a race I realized I could ride just like all the other racers. Also a few moto friends helped me get started.
2012 – GNSS Regional Semi-Pro Champion 2012 – Silverdome National Win
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: ISOC National Circuit – Sport Class
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: My goal is to be the National Sport Champion
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? I try not to think about the other racers.
Describe your off-season training regimen: Motocross; mountain biking; and training in the gym.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): I always say a prayer and bring some water to the line.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Other competitors that I want to beat.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? England
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Subaru 22b
What music do you listen to? Lumberjack Steam Train, The White Stripes, Band of Skulls, Cold War Kids
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Downhill Mountain Biking
Steve Angove Family
Sponsors: Polaris; Fly Racing
Age: 18
Birthdate: 9/23/1994
Hometown: Port Jeff Statton, NY
No. of Years Racing: 5
No. of years with Polaris: 4
Occupation: Motocross track groomer / Motocross Instructor
Hobbies: Sno-cross; Motocross; Wakeboarding; Boxing; Crossfit
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning Lake Geneva my first year in the Pro Lite class.
How did you get started in racing? Family
Major Racing Accomplishments: Winning 13 Championships in 3 years
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: ISOC Pro Lites
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win a Championship
Favorite Track? Pit-X
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? James Johnstad
Describe your off-season training regimen: Raced motocross, weight lifting with a trainer
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Levi LaVallee
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Alaska
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Ford F150 Raptor
What music do you listen to? Rap, Dubstep
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Baja Truck Racing
Glenn Kafka Jeff Leffel Joe Havel Scott Wilczek
Mystik Lubricants; Loctite; Polaris; Red Bull; Parts Unlimited; Arctiva; Fox Shox; Earth, Inc.; Woody’s; Stratford Sign Co.; Kafka Conveyors; Kafka Granite; Oakley; Unequal Technologies; Rox Speed FX; DP Brakes; Alpine Stars; C & A Pro Skis; Fraser Steel; Stomp Grips; Colorado Sled Style; Caliber; Wayne Davis Photography; Rengel Printing; OGIO; Off Center Designs
Birthdate: 12/3/1993
Hometown: Beltrami, MN
No. of years with Polaris: 5
Occupation: Student/Farmer
Hobbies: Football; Dirtbikes; Jet skiing; Hunting
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Jr. Championships and races where I work through the pack.
How did you get started in racing? My brother
08-09 Jr. 14-15 Championship 08-09 Jr. 16-17 Championship 09-10 Sport #1 2nd Place overall 09-10 Sport #2 5th Place overall 11-12 Pro-Lite 5th Place Overall
Pro-Lite ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win
Favorite Track? I like all of them but mostly Lake Geneva
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? #42
Describe your off-season training regimen: Crossfit and the rest of it is top secret.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My family
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Alaska or Hawaii
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Something Fast!
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Rally cars
Jeff Domer Tony Swiontek Scott Judnick Colleen Judnick Dave and Marie Johnstad
DuPont; Jack Links Beef Jerky; AMSOIL; Polaris; MotorFist; SSI Decals; Fly Racing; Fox Racing Shox; EVS Sports; Factory Pipe; Studboy Traction; Renton Coil Springs; Jeff Foster Trucking; C & A Pro Skis; HMK; C-Tech; Link Brothers Ford; Camoplast; Champion Spark Plugs; Mitsuboshi; Holeshot
Age: 27
Birthdate: 3/12/1985
Hometown: La Dore, Quebec Canada
Married? Yes
Spouse’s Name: Sylvain
Kids: 1 - Nathanial
No. of Years Racing: 14
No. of years with Polaris: 12
Occupation: Trucking Company Dispatcher and Racer
Hobbies: Sno-Cross; Motocross; Jet-Skiing and Bear Hunting
Becoming a part of Leighton Motorsports and winning all my races including the Women’s National and World Championships in 2011-2012.
How did you get started in racing? My dad introduced me to Sno-cross and my brother is a racer.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2012 ISOC National Pro Womens Champion 2012 Eagle River Women’s World Champion
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro Women – ISOC Nationals Sport #2 – ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: To win every race I enter and win the Pro Womens Championships.
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? ?
Describe your off-season training regimen: Training at the gym and racing motocross.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): Giving knuckles and say “Let ‘er buck” with Trace.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My father and Marcel Fontaine
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Mexico on the beach
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? A big 4x4 pickup lifted with big tires.
What music do you listen to? Pop
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Jet Ski racing
Trace Leighton Wendy Leighton Ray Hulten Josh Sweiton Timi Leighton
Sponsors: POLARIS, LEIGHTON MOTORSPORTS, FLY, WOODY’S, WALKER EVANS, C&A PRO SKIS, BULLY DOG, AMSOIL, TRIPLE 9 OPTICS, 139 DESIGNS, HULTEN SPEED SPORTS, BOYESEN, ROX, 2 COOL AIR VENTS, CRAPO TRUCKING, IDAHO POTATO COMMISSION, ACTION GRAPHICS, WESTERN TRAILERS, WPS
Birthdate: 6/16/1989
Hometown: North Prairie, WI
No. of years with Polaris: 1st year
Occupation: Farmer Hobbies: Hunting; Fishing; Motocross; Monster Trucks
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning my first championship in Jr. 10-13 and Jr. 14-15.
How did you get started in racing? My Dad used to race snowmobiles and dirt bikes and started me racing.
Major Racing Accomplishments: Finishing top 10 in points every year since I’ve been racing Pro
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: ISOC National Sno-Cross – Pro Open
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Stay healthy Finish top 5 in Points
Describe your off-season training regimen: I do a lot of cardio training and motocross
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? I really don’t have any good luck items.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Dad.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Australia
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Monster Truck
What music do you listen to? Country, Rock
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? I will always ride or race dirt bikes. Trophy Trucks
Nate Hentges Tim Bender Sean Ray Casey Kaplanek Jared Hojnowski Dan Giboo
Sponsors: Polaris; Pirtek; FXR; Fox Racing Shox; Ergodyne, C&A Pro; S.M. Hentges & Sons; Woody’s; NGK; Ergodyne; Jack Links; SLP; Apple Ford; Camoplast; Superior 3rd Party Logistics, Wells Fargo; Holz Racing Products; VForce3; Royal Environmental Systems; 139 Designs; DP Brakes; RCS; Stomp; Fly Racing; Team; TekVest; Spy, Ice Age Manufacturing, Nitro Manufacturing
Birthdate: 2/28/1994
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
No. of Years Racing: 4
Occupation: N/A
Hobbies: Bicycle; mud trucks
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning Pro Open at Lake Geneva
Motocross friends who had snowmobiles. I tried them and then liked it so I tried racing and was very good.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2010-2011 ISOC 9th Place Overall in Semi-Pro Super Stock 2011-2012 ISOC Pro Lite Champion
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro-Open - ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Hopefully podium every race.
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Everyone
Describe your off-season training regimen: Ride a lot.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Eat a banana.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date?
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Vegas
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? A big huge mud truck
What music do you listen to? Rap
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Dirtbike
Polaris; Pirtek; FXR; Fox Racing Shox; Ergodyne, C&A Pro; S.M. Hentges & Sons; Woody’s; NGK; Ergodyne; Jack Links; SLP; Apple Ford; Camoplast; Superior 3rd Party Logistics, Wells Fargo; Holz Racing Products; VForce3; Royal Environmental Systems; 139 Designs; DP Brakes; RCS; Stomp; Fly Racing; Team; TekVest; Spy, Ice Age Manufacturing, Nitro Manufacturing
Birthdate: 3/24/1991
Hometown: Ironwood, MI
No. of Years Racing: 9
No. of years with Polaris: 0
Occupation: Sno-Cross Racer
Hobbies: Motocross; Running; Wakeboarding; Training; Family & Friends; Sno-Cross
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: 4th place finish at Winter X-Games
How did you get started in racing? After watching my brother race a few times I caught the bug and here I am today!
2011 – 3rd overall points in Semi-Pro Super Stock
2011 – 4th place finish Winter X-Games
2005 – National wins in Jr 14-15; Jr. 16-17, Sport Stock and Sport Open
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: ISOC National Circuit – Pro Open
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season:
Top 5 in Pro Open Points Podium at least 3 times Make all finals
Favorite Track? Blackjack and Lake Geneva
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Tucker Hibbert and Ross Martin
During the summer months I relocate to Chicago to prepare for the next Sno-Cross season. Check out my You Tube video “Kyle Pallin Insane SnoCross Training”.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): My powerband, my neckwarmer with hearts
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Dad, he is my mental coach. I call him after every single race.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Tommorland in Belgium.
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Lambo
What music do you listen to? Hip Hop, Country, Alternative, Punk, DUBSTEP, House
Crew Members: Glenn Kafka Jeff Leffel Joe Havel Scott Wilczek
Age: 30
Birthdate: 08/31/1982
Hometown: Longville, MN
Spouse’s Name: Kristen
Kids: No
No. of Years Racing: 17
No. of years with Polaris: Forever
Occupation: Racer
Hobbies: Motocross; Wakeboarding; Minibikes
Winning Double Gold at Winter X 2008 The Double Back flip at Winter X 2009 2009 Pro Stock Championship 2012 - World Record Distance Jump on a Snowmobile – 412 feet
How did you get started in racing? I went to a local race, tried it and it worked out.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2012 World Record Distance Jump – 412 feet 2011 ISOC Fan Favorite 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 2011 World Record Distance Jump – 361 ft. 2010 Gold in Snowmobile Knock-out at Winter X 2010 Bronze in Freestyle Best Trick at Winter X 2009 Pro Stock Champion 2009 Double Back Flip at Winter X 2008 Gold Medal in Freestyle and Speed & Style at Winter X 2006 Silver Medal at Winter X Games in Sno-Cross Gold Medal at X-Games 2004 Rising Star Award SnowWeek Rookie of the year 2004 Minneapolis Indoor Pro Winner
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro Open ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Do the best that I can and have fun!
Favorite Track? Canterbury – Great crowd and awesome track.
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Gulla
Describe your off-season training regimen: Ride Moto, mountain bike, Wildman class
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Lucky coin
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Jeremy McGrath, TJ Gulla
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? A Polaris Rush 800
What music do you listen to? A little bit of Everything
Sponsors: Mystik Lubricants; Loctite; Polaris; Red Bull; Parts Unlimited; Arctiva; Fox Shox; Earth, Inc.; Woody’s; Stratford Sign Co.; Kafka Conveyors; Kafka Granite; Oakley; Unequal Technologies; Rox Speed FX; DP Brakes; Alpine Stars; C & A Pro Skis; Fraser Steel; Stomp Grips; Colorado Sled Style; Caliber; Wayne Davis Photography; Rengel Printing; OGIO; Off Center Designs
Birthdate: 4/8/1994
Hometown: Kaukauna, WI
No. of Years Racing: 12
Hobbies: motocross; baseball; wakeboarding; training; family & friends
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: 1st National win – Hayward last year.
How did you get started in racing? My dad was a mechanic for Jeff Ludwig and it went from there.
2009-2010 2nd at Eagle River 2007-2008 3rd at Eagle River 2006-2007 3rd at Eagle River 2009-2010 5th in National Points 2010-2011 2nd at Duluth 2010-2011 1st at Lake Geneva in Showdown at Sundown 2010-2011 1st at Hayward 2011-2012 3RD at Duluth
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Sport - ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Podium every race, stay healthy
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Anyone ahead of me.
Describe your off-season training regimen: Running, lifting, biking
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Pray, dance off with my mechanic
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Dad, Jeff Ludwig and Brian Ludwig
What music do you listen to? Anything that’s playing
Crew Members: Kurt Wollenberg – Dad Jeff Ludwig Adam Derks Dale Oudenhoven
Sponsors: Polaris Racing; Performance Welding; Powersports1; Miller Electric; Pomp’s Tires; Witt Ford; Ludwig Performance; Furniture Solutions; Ken’s Sports; Woody’s; Wood’s Auto Body; Beer Ball by Baytek Games
Age: 17
Birthdate: 2/18/1995
Hometown: Minocqua, WI
Occupation: Ritchie Oil
Hobbies: Four wheeling; Skiing; Hunting; Working Out; Biking
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning Eagle River
How did you get started in racing? My parents.
2010 Junior Driver of the Year 5 Time Eagle River Champion
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: USSA, ORA, - Semi-Pro Champ; Pro Champ
To win the Eagle River World Championship
Favorite Track? Eagle River
Describe your off-season training regimen: Workout, biking, dirt biking
A necklace my Mom gave me.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My brother, Jeremy
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Norway
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving?
What music do you listen to? Country
Dennis Ty Jeremy Tianna Zeke Nancy Joe Jamie Kaitlyn Matt Coty
Castle; AMSOIL; Studboy; Polaris; Woody’s; Ritchie Oil; Gelworks; Walker Evans Race Shox; HJC
Birthdate: 07/17/89
Hometown: Owen, WI
Hobbies: Biking; Boating
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: 2010 Points Championship
My dad asked me if I wanted to try so he and Ed Schubitzke got me started and it has been good since.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2010 Semi-Pro Super Stock #1 Champion 2010 2nd Place Semi-Pro Super Stock #2 Points Champion 2011 2nd Place Semi-Pro Stock Points Champion
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro Open at ISOC Nationals
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Top Ten in Points in class, Win a couple Main events.
Favorite Track? Duluth
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Anyone at any time can win, just try to not think about it.
Describe your off-season training regimen: Gym…Regimen is top secret, riding bike, riding on the chip track.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? N/A
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My family and all of the other racers.
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? 2012 Powerstroke
What music do you listen to? Rock and country
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Stock Car racing.
Duane Ladick Tony Swiontek Tim Bender Scott Judnick Colleen Judnick
Sponsors: DuPont; Jack Links Beef Jerky; AMSOIL; Polaris; MotorFist; SSI Decals; Fly Racing; Fox Racing Shox; EVS Sports; Factory Pipe; Studboy Traction; Renton Coil Springs; Jeff Foster Trucking; C & A Pro Skis; HMK; C-Tech; Link Brothers Ford; Camoplast; Champion Spark Plugs; Mitsuboshi; Holeshot
Age: 22
Birthdate: 6/26/1990
Hometown: Tomahawk, WI
Spouse’s Name N/A
No. of years with Polaris: 6
Occupation: Custom Painter, Laborer
Hobbies: Painting/Art
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning 49th annual Eagle River World Championship.
How did you get started in racing? Saw kitty cat venue in Minocqua.
Qualifying for World Championship 2 years in row! Winning Points series in Pro Champ 2 years in a row. Winning Grand Prix de Valcourt in 2009-2010. Winning Eagle River World Championship
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: USSA/ORA/WPSA Pro Champ 440 and Pro Open.
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Qualify for World Championship. WIN! Win World Championship again!!
Favorite Track? Valcourt, Quebec
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Jacques Villenueve
Describe your off-season training regimen: Train 5 days a week, weights and cardio and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Motocross
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Touch the 19b decal on my helmet!
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Jeff Ludwig
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Ireland
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Own It! ‘04 STI
What music do you listen to? Hard Rock / Metal
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Rally
Alan (Dad) Stephanie (Mom) Tom DuPlaye Dustin DuPlaye Larry Van Strydonk Jim Van Strydonk Jerry Van Strydonk Ben Bolte Nick Madaj Alicia Mehre Troy Van Strydonk Bob Langeburg
Sponsors: Polaris; Studboy; Erv’s Sales & Service; LRM; Timberland Chiropractic; Envious D-Zines; T & N Racing; AMSOIL; ABC Computers; ACT (Advanced Compressor Technology); FXR; V-Force; Walker Evans Shocks; Micro Belmont; 509; Dayco; Augies Collectibles; Duwayne Krueger Insurance
Age: 28
Birthdate: 09/22/84
Hometown: Burlington, WI
Spouse’s Name: Kim
No. of years with Polaris: 9
Occupation: Racing
Hobbies: Racing Motocross, mountain biking and training
There have been many but one highlight is the 2011 Pro Open win in Detroit at the Pontiac Silverdome.
My dad got me started racing dirtbikes at the age of 9. During high school I worked at Goodwin and eventually started racing snowmobiles.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 26 Pro National Wins 66 Pro National Podiums 3 Pro Open National Championships 2 X-Games Silver Medals I X-Games Bronze Medal 1st or 2nd in 10 out of 13 possible National Pro Championships
Finish top 3 in Pro Open every weekend and win the Points Championship. Gold at Winter X.
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Nobody, there is always a way around.
I race motocross every weekend and training for that keeps me in shape. I love to go to the gym, mountain bike, road bike and race motocross all summer long.
If I do bad in a race or crash I always switch something for the next race like goggles, gloves or helmet.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Dad, my Brother, Grandpa, and my wife, Kim.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? Any place in the country.
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? A Polaris 600IQ R
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Offroad Truck
Tony Swiontek Tim Bender Duane Ladick Scott Judnick Colleen Judnick
Birthdate: 12/1/1988
Hometown: Rubicon, WI
Occupation: Automation Engineer
Hobbies: Motocross; Hunting; Fishing
Winning Points in USCC in Semi-Pro Improved and Semi-Pro Stock. First Pro Win at Detroit Lakes and 2nd in Pro Stock Points.
How did you get started in racing? My Dad raced sleds.
USCC Semi-Pro Points Champion Pro Stock win Detroit Lake 2nd in Pro Stock Points
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro Open, Pro Stock
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Top Five in Pro Points, Win Soo I-500
Favorite Track? Warroad, MN and Soo I-500
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Bryan Dick
Describe your off-season training regimen: Motocross; Running
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Take a nap.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Dad
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? A Monster Truck
What music do you listen to? Rock, Country
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Watercross Racing
Terry Travis Nancy Faust Quintin Retter Dan Shoelist Joe Grensavitch Colton Schmitt Ben Brown Brittany Keener
Polaris Racing; Walker Evans Shocks; Wissota Sand and Gravel; North Country Plumbing; Kluge Trucking; Woody’s; C & A Pro Skis; Powermadd; VP Fuels; Redline Racing Oil; King’s Firewood
Birthdate: 6/22/1990
Hometown: Browerville, MN
Married? Engaged
Fiancé’s Name: Amber Lund
Occupation: Self Employed
Hobbies: Hunting; Cycling; Riding Dirt Bikes; and hanging with friends
Winning Semi-Pro Improved Championship and Making Loretta Lynn National (on dirtbike)
How did you get started in racing? Followed in my Dad’s and Uncle’s footsteps.
Semi-Pro Improved Championship 3rd in Semi-Pro Stock
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: USXC – Pro Stock and Pro Open
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Be competitive in Pro class – Top 5
Favorite Track? Grafton, ND
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? All
Describe your off-season training regimen: Eat right, Ride Dirtbike and work out.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): None, I always look and point up before I start.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? France
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? Helicopter
What music do you listen to? Rock / Country
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Sprint Cars
Crew Members: Gabe Jeff Dale Bob Paul Matt Matt Taylor Alex
Bunke Racing; Polaris; C&A Pro Skis; Klim; Woody’s; Subway; Premier Plastics; Camoplast; Powermadd; Walker Evans; Autolite; Trail tank; Motocity Raceway; Energy Release
Birthdate: 7/14/1992
No. of years with Polaris: 10
Occupation: Motorcycle Mechanic at West Bend Harley Davidson
Hobbies: Motocross; Hunting; Fishing; Camping; Boating
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: 1st Semi-Pro win at USCC Detroit Lakes 2012
How did you get started in racing? My Dad and brother
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2012 - 2nd place Semi-Pro Stock USCC Season Points
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Semi-Pro Stock USCC Semi-Pro Improved USCC
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win Season Points
Favorite Track? Oslo, MN
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Jordan Jorgenson
Describe your off-season training regimen: Running; Biking and Motocross
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Relax and talk to friends
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My brother Ryan Faust
If money were no object what vehicle would you drive? Fighter Jet
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Trophy Trucks
Crew Members: Terry Faust Nancy Faust Ryan Faust Ben Brown Joe Grensavitch Colton Schmitt Justin Retter Quintin Retter
Birthdate: 5/11/1993
Hometown: Eagle, ID
No. of Years Racing: 6
Occupation: Construction
Hobbies: Wake boarding, snowboarding, hanging out with my friends, snowmobiling
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: First National Sport Win.
How did you get started in racing? My dad’s good friend Toby Ashley.
2nd in Points two years in a row. National final wins
2012-2013 Racing Divisions: Pro Lite – ISOC Nationals. Pro - MWR
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: Win the Pro Lite Championship. Top three in Pro MWR.
Favorite Track? Lake Geneva, WI
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Colby Crapo, Andy Lieders
Describe your off-season training regimen: Riding bike, and swimming, Gym
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck)? Listen to music
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? Adam Johnson, Colby Crapo, Toby Ashley, my Mom and Dad.
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? The new BMW
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? NASCAR trucks or the big dogs
Trace & Wendy Leighton Ray Hulten Timi Leighton Josh Sweiton
POLARIS LEIGHTON MOTORSPORTS FLY WALKER EVANS WOODY’S BULLY DOG 139 DESIGNS C&A PRO WPS ROX HMK 2 COOL AIR VENTS TRIPLE 9 GOGGLES BOYESON HULTEN SPEED SPORTS AMSOIL IDAHO POTATO COMMISSION CRAPO TRUCKING WESTERN TRAILERS ICE AGE PERFORMANCE ACTION GRAPHICS
Birthdate: 11/21/1994
Hometown: Gaylord, MI
Hobbies: Motocross; Mountain Biking
Most Memorable Moment in Racing: Winning my first Eagle River World Championship when I was 13.
My dad worked for Arctic Cat and raced ovals. He wouldn’t let me do ovals so we got into Sno-Cross.
Major Racing Accomplishments: 2010 ISOC Junior 14-14 National Champion 2011 ISOC Top 10 Sport National Points 2012 ISOC 3rd Overall in Points Sport National 2012 MXR Pro Open 2nd (Regionals)
Sport – ISOC Nationals MXR Regional – Pro Open
Goals for 2012-2013 Race Season: To Win the 2012-2013 ISOC Sport National Championship
Toughest Racer to pass on the track? Dylan Jansen
I start it off with a boot camp at the end of August in Ontario with Drew Robertson from Evolved Nutrition. Have a schedule planned throughout the year.
What pre-race ritual do you do or item(s) must you wear or have with you when you race (for good luck): I always have music playing just to keep me pumped up.
Who has influenced your race career the most to date? My Dad and the Pros who have been my idols my whole life.
Where would you most like to go visit in the world? British Columbia
If money were no object what vehicle would you be driving? 4x4 Trophy Truck
What music do you listen to? Not too picky!
If you could continue racing after you are done with your current form of racing what type of racing would you like to do (money being no object)? Race a 4x4 Trophy Truck.
Crew Members: Dad Betsy Maarissa Mom Lauren
Sponsors: Polaris; Studboy; 509; DieselFreak.com; Sportech; Fly Racing; Orthopedic Associates of Jackson Hole; 139 Designs