The big news in ATVMX has been the official announcement of Daytona’s ATV Supercross (ATVSX). Online registration has also begun and classes are limited and not all classes will be offered. There have been a lot of discussions about the topic and a lot of excitement. There have also been some questions and misunderstandings. The biggest piece of advice you can take right now is to log into the ATVSX FAQ section of ATVMotocross.com. The answer to your questions should all be right there.

I gather from the comment boards and social media that the announcement is huge. It is the biggest thing to take place for our sport in some time. It is another step forward that the powers that be have been working to make for some time. Actually this monumental event has been several years in the making. It wasn’t until just recently that the speedway entertained the idea and finally decided with much persuasion from Carrie Russell and Tim Cotter to make it reality. So when you get a chance, give them a “thank you!”

I also gather from the comment boards and social media that there are some negative folks out there too. That’s truly a shame and unfortunately it is people that really don’t know the whole story and have not done any of the research before they start popping off with comments. Overall though the good far outweigh the bad and the excitement is reaching fever pitch.

I would like to take a moment to comment myself on some of the legitimate concerns though. First off, read the FAQs! Yes it is going to be pricy but if you really know the cost of two-wheeled nationals then you would probably never complain about entry fees again. Yes, this one will cost a little more but it is not an ordinary race either. And furthermore, be careful what you ask for.  If you want to be in premier events and venues such as “Daytona International Speedway” then it will cost a little extra. Don’t forget you will get to watch AMA Supercross on Saturday night trackside, and it really isn’t that much when you look at the big picture.

One other thing I have heard is that it will be that last day of the event and no one will be there. This is Bike Week, and people start pouring in the week before so it is just starting to get warmed up at that point. It will be advertised in all the campaigns for the week and should bring a lot of interests since it is the first time ever that ATVs have ever raced at Daytona. And no there will not be tens of thousands fans filling the stands but you may be surprised. Then again, you may be right. No one may want to watch and this will be the only time it ever happens. If that’s the case then so be it. We tried something and that’s what counts more than anything, so please don’t knock it. If you can’t afford the time or the money or both then it will hopefully give you a goal to work for in the future. But please don’t bash organizers they aren’t trying to retire off this one event. They are simply working their butts off to make this sport better and to grow.

Now let’s check in with Ken “I’m in the Christmas Spirit” Hill:

Thanks Rodney,

Wow, we are just around the corner from another Christmas and from the looks of everyone's decorations and Christmas trees on social media, it should be a good one! I don't think I have ever seen such tall trees! And presents? Oh my, the elves sure have been busy it appears!

I was always told that giving is far better than receiving and it sure does feel good when someone opens a present that you know they have wanted, especially when it comes to the kids! I asked for some top picks on the wish list from the racing nation and boy are some of these are pretty awesome!

Jeffrey Rastrelli wants a new road bike so he can train even harder, and Josh Creamer wanted to fill his tag with a big buck. 

Youth racer Trevor Thatcher replied, " well I really want a playstation 4 but my mom told me negative, so with that crossed off, a playstation 3 game...ATV vs. MX Supercross is next in line!”

Jake Visnic wants to be in Florida riding for Christmas and Ronnie Higgerson sent me these wise words, " I'm getting where material possessions aren't what this holiday is about anymore, so for Christmas I just want to be around the people I care about and have a good/blessed time and wish everybody out there the same as well!"

Nick Gennusa is hoping to get some Beats by Dre headphones so he can jam out while training. Sure seems training is in many thoughts!

Payton Revia, well he just wants a KTM50 sr! Now Chad, Payton's father, says that's not going to happen. I am going to take this Site Lap to help Payton by putting some pressure on his dad to get him that KTM!