Namura Technologies Member of the Week 04/10/24

Member of the Week: Kru Longtin

What discipline(s) do you participate in? 

Motocross

When did you begin riding and/or racing? 

2021 

Why do you continue to be a member of District 23 ARMCA? What do you think the benefits are? 

I love all the tracks and promoters! 

What is the greatest accomplishment of your riding/racing career? 

Just having fun and winning quite a few e-bike races last year 

What are your goals for 2024? Beyond? 

Learn the 65 and finish in the top 5 in 50cc open and 7-8 premix 

What is your favorite track, course, trail, or event and why? 

Berm Benders and Mankato 

What is the significance of your riding number? Was it given to you or did you pick it for a specific reason? 

Dad is 118 which is a combo of both his kids' birthdays, so I went with 218. 

What 5 words would you use to describe yourself (or your racing/riding)? 

Kind, loving, hardworking, fast, dedicated 

If you're into music, what are 3 songs you're currently listening to that everyone needs to hear? 

  1. We Will Rock You by Queen 

  2. That’s My Kind of Night by Luke Bryan 

  3. Boom by X Ambassadors 

Who inspires you in racing or riding? And how has motorcycling impacted your life? 

Dad. I have met a lot of friends through racing. 

What has been your favorite machine to race/ride and why? 

I’m loving my new 65 right now, it’s fun to shift. 

What else do you like to do for fun? 

Hockey, boys' gymnastics, fishing, and everything outside. 

What advice has a fellow rider/racer given you that you follow? 

Rule number 1 is to have fun! 

What advice do you have for other D23 ARMCA members? 

Try your best and have fun. 

Anything else you’d like to mention? 

Big thanks to my sponsors for the year: FTA, FXR, Wholesale Enterprises, and Immortal Insulation. And also, to my Mom and Dad! 

COMPETITION BULLETIN: Motocross, Flat Track, and Hill Climb

COMPETITION BULLETIN: Motocross, Flat Track, and Hill Climb

The AMA has approved a Supplemental Rule for District 23 to allow an E bike 25+ class in Motocross, Flat Track, and Hill Climb.  This is an age 25 and older class and open to all skill levels.  This is a non-points class for 2024.  All electric motorcycles will run alone. They are not allowed on the course with any internal combustion engine motorcycles for AMA sanctioned races and AMA sanctioned practices.  The micro level E bikes are exempt.

We are continuing to work with the AMA to further define the use of E bikes in amateur racing for all disciplines and will provide updates as they become available.

If you have any question reach out to:

District Referee
Mike Quinn
Email
Phone

MN DNR Job Posting: South Region OHV Specialist

The DNR Parks and Trails Division is seeking an OHV Program Acquisition and Development (A&D) Specialist for the Southern Region (Region 4). Southern Minnesota is an area of the state where demand significantly outweighs supply when it comes to OHV opportunities.  This role will work closely with clubs, local governments, private land owners, the DNR and others to advance riding opportunities in southern MN as well as support the statewide program. If you are or know of anyone who is interested in applying for the position, more information can be found here.

PRESS RELEASE: $3.45 Million in Contingency Available in 2024 District 23 ARMCA FXR Championship Series

Photo Credit: Bomber Photography

PRESS RELEASE: $3.45 Million in Contingency Available in 2024 District 23 ARMCA FXR Championship Series

District 23 ARMCA and our valued partners are proud to announce $3.45 million in combined contingency payout in 2024. These contingency programs reward riders that succeed in D23 ARMCA racing when competing on newer models of the respective manufacturer.

The contingency programs will be available over the course of the 2024 season across multiple disciplines including Enduro, Hare Scrambles, and Motocross. Contingency is available with 5 manufacturers: Gas Gas, Husqvarna, KTM, Kawasaki, and Yamaha. Requirements for receiving contingency vary by manufacturer.

GasGas | $1,085,500

Motocross | $861,250 All District 23 Motocross Events in 2024

Enduro | $97,500 All District 23 Enduro Events in 2024

Hare Scrambles | $126,750 All District 23 Hare Scrambles Events in 2024

Learn More about Gas Gas Motorcycles Contingency

Husqvarna | $1,096,550

Motocross | $872,300 All District 23 Motocross Events in 2024

Enduro | $97,500 All District 23 Enduro Events in 2024

Hare Scrambles | $126,750 All District 23 Hare Scrambles Events in 2024

Learn More about Husqvarna Motorcycles Contingency

KTM | $1,102,725

Motocross | $878,475 All District 23 Motocross Events in 2024

Enduro | $97,500 All District 23 Enduro Events in 2024

Hare Scrambles | $126,750 All District 23 Hare Scrambles Events in 2024

Learn More about KTM Motorcycles Contingency

Kawasaki | $48,300

Hare Scrambles | $43,200

      5/05/24 - Appleton OHV Park Appleton, MN

6/16/24 - Up North Riding Park Nevis, MN

7/28/24 - Jacobson Ranch Mahnomen, MN

8/25/24 - Trax North Crosby, MN

Motocross | $70,000

5/12/24 - MotoCity Raceway Little Falls, MN

6/02/24 - Berm Benders Raceway Mora, MN

8/04/24 - MotoCity Raceway Staples, MN

8/18/24 - Echo Valley MX Brookston, MN

9/08/24 - BCMX Cambridge, MN

9/22/24 - Kato Cycle Club Mankato, MN

9/29/24 - Spring Creek MX Millville, MN

Learn More About Kawasaki Racer Rewards

Yamaha | $46,685

Hare Scrambles | $16,160

5/05/24 - Appleton OHV Park Appleton, MN

6/16/24 - Up North Riding Park Nevis, MN

7/28/24 - Jacobson Ranch Mahnomen, MN

8/25/24 - Trax North Crosby, MN

Motocross | $30,525

5 events - Exact dates to be announced

Learn More About Yamaha Contingency

ACTION NEEDED: Government Relations Update

ACTION NEEDED! Preferably by Tuesday, March 26

Here are the opening lines of an anti-access bill, HF 2791, submitted to the legislature and is being heard in the House on Tuesday at 3pm:

“The legislature finds that the state of Minnesota has an abundance of natural resources and that there is growing interest in the use of off-highway vehicles by its residents. The legislature further finds that as the use of off-highway vehicles increasingly encroaches on the state's natural resources, including aquatic and wildlife habitats, it is necessary to ensure that the regulation of off-highway vehicles is undertaken in a manner that……….” It goes on to list several reasons.

We are asking people to contact their legislators as well as Rick Hansen (https://www.house.mn.gov/members/profile/12282), the House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee Chair; rep.rick.hansen@house.mn.gov. Find your Representative by going to the Who Represents Me page for the MN Legislature (https://www.gis.lcc.mn.gov/iMaps/districts/).

Please try to contact these people prior to the Tuesday hearing.

Start the e-mail with a note that says either why you ride (stress relief, physical activity, being in the woods or on a track, etc.) or who you ride with (family, buddies, kids, etc.). These comments are critical because any note that is solely copied and posted or form letters count as 1 letter so matter how many thousands are received. A quick 1 or 2 sentences at the top make it personal, show you care, and make each note count.

Then state that you oppose HF 2791 as you believe it is an anti-access bill. Below are some reasons why you can oppose the bill. Pick a few to add to your comments.

• The basis for the legislation is a 2003, which ignores much of the progress that has been made in the past decade and would take us backwards.

• The legislation unnecessarily calls out off-highway vehicle recreation such as:

o Limiting use of off-highway vehicles (OHV) in areas where cars and logging trucks are legal to drive.

o Requires all OHV trails to go through an Environmental Assessment Worksheet unless it is for a reroute of less than a mile, whereas non-motorized trails only need an EAW if it is 25 miles.

o Limits OHVs from being within 300 feet of aquatic life-supporting body of water or 150 feet of other bodies of water on an unpaved surface. This includes crossing the body of water via a culvert or bridge.

o Puts greater requirements on trail locations for OHV recreation versus non-motorized recreation.

• Removes the clause of “except as otherwise allowed by law or rules” which introduces unnecessary issues for other laws.

• Requires all forests north of Hwy 2 to be moved to a Limited Forest. Any forest currently listed as Managed has already gone through extensive review by the Communities and the MN DNR prior to keeping that listing. Any forest may already be reclassified, if needed.

• Gives Good Cause exemptions to the Commissioner of the DNR to go around any OHV law or rule.

• Uses OHV funds to be used to implement this bill versus being used for trail maintenance.

Close the letter thanking them for their time. Include your City and State, and optionally your phone number.

You are also invited to attend the House Hearing on Tuesday at 3:00pm in Room 10 of the State Office Building (the older building across the street from the Capital).

Thanks for all of your help!

2024 Preseason Checklist

Be ready for the upcoming season and save time at events!

  1. Join or Renew Your AMA Membership.

    AMA memberships are valid for 1 year from the month of purchase. They also have 3 year membership options. Check your card’s expiration date. It is good until the last day of the month that is listed on the card.

  2. Join or Renew Your District 23 Membership.

    District 23 memberships are valid for the calendar year and expire on December 31 each year.

  3. Get your AMA Annual Release Card.

    The AMA offers Electronic Annual Release Forms for families to fill out for minor and adult racers ahead of their events. These are only valid for the calendar year and expire on December 31st each year.

  4. Check out the Event Schedule. The printable schedule is now available here. Remember to watch the website, weekly emails, and our social media for Schedule changes throughout the season.

  5. ALL DISCIPLINES: It is required for all competitors in Youth Classes to wear chest and back protection. The protector may be worn under or over the jersey, and it should cover the sternum, anterior ribs, posterior ribs, and spine from T1 to T12. For road racing a back protector must be worn under their leathers unless integrated into the design of the leathers.