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15th October 2004, 10:42 AM
2004 AMA THQ SUPERCROSS CHAMPION, CHAD REED WINS THE MAXXIS US OPEN FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
October 12, 2004 (press release)
Carlsbad, CA – October 11, 2004 - Reigning Maxxis US Open Champion, Chad Reed, took home the US Open Title again on Saturday, October 9th, 2004 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV.
Reed overcame former two-time Maxxis US Open Champion, Ricky Carmichael in what was anticipated to be the biggest match up of the weekend. On Friday night Reed took the lead after four laps and never looked back, taking an easy win on the first night of the two night program.
Saturday night Reed returned to secure his overall title in front of a sold out crowd. Despite leaving the gate in fourth place, Reed quickly moved up to second behind Carmichael. A crash at the end of the first lap set Reed back twelve seconds which he fought to make up. In lap seventeen, Reed was able to overcome Carmichael take his second win of the weekend.
“I felt really good coming in. My bike felt great and I was excited to unleash that on the track,” Reed said of the races in Vegas. “The first night went really well and despite making a silly mistake on the second night, I was able to capitalize on the situation and take the win. The weekend turned out awesome. “
Reed’s win in Las Vegas follows a tremendous year of racing. In May of 2004, Reed won the AMA THQ Supercross Series in Las Vegas, NV. Moving straight into the 12 event AMA Chevrolet Motocross Series, Reed ended up on the podium for the second time this year as he took second in the series.
For those who weren’t able to make it to Las Vegas for this year’s Maxxis US Open, be sure to check it out October 24th on NBC at 4:30 pm EST. Viewers will be able to experience the on-board excitement of Reed’s races courtesy of the Slim Jim Helmet Cam which was debuted over the weekend. Viewers can also check out the action on the web following the televised race at www.slimjim.com and www.chadreedracing.com.
Chad Reed currently rides for Factory Yamaha and is sponsored by Thor, Parts Unlimited, Slim Jim, Alpinestars, Scott, and Etnies. Any questions regarding Chad Reed can be directed to Bob Moore at The Familie.
Recognized as the leading action sports agency, The Familie, a division of Wasserman Media Group, offers an array of marketing services that include public relations, creative services, event marketing, licensing, trend research, promotions, and athlete management.
October 12, 2004 (press release)
Carlsbad, CA – October 11, 2004 - Reigning Maxxis US Open Champion, Chad Reed, took home the US Open Title again on Saturday, October 9th, 2004 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV.
Reed overcame former two-time Maxxis US Open Champion, Ricky Carmichael in what was anticipated to be the biggest match up of the weekend. On Friday night Reed took the lead after four laps and never looked back, taking an easy win on the first night of the two night program.
Saturday night Reed returned to secure his overall title in front of a sold out crowd. Despite leaving the gate in fourth place, Reed quickly moved up to second behind Carmichael. A crash at the end of the first lap set Reed back twelve seconds which he fought to make up. In lap seventeen, Reed was able to overcome Carmichael take his second win of the weekend.
“I felt really good coming in. My bike felt great and I was excited to unleash that on the track,” Reed said of the races in Vegas. “The first night went really well and despite making a silly mistake on the second night, I was able to capitalize on the situation and take the win. The weekend turned out awesome. “
Reed’s win in Las Vegas follows a tremendous year of racing. In May of 2004, Reed won the AMA THQ Supercross Series in Las Vegas, NV. Moving straight into the 12 event AMA Chevrolet Motocross Series, Reed ended up on the podium for the second time this year as he took second in the series.
For those who weren’t able to make it to Las Vegas for this year’s Maxxis US Open, be sure to check it out October 24th on NBC at 4:30 pm EST. Viewers will be able to experience the on-board excitement of Reed’s races courtesy of the Slim Jim Helmet Cam which was debuted over the weekend. Viewers can also check out the action on the web following the televised race at www.slimjim.com and www.chadreedracing.com.
Chad Reed currently rides for Factory Yamaha and is sponsored by Thor, Parts Unlimited, Slim Jim, Alpinestars, Scott, and Etnies. Any questions regarding Chad Reed can be directed to Bob Moore at The Familie.
Recognized as the leading action sports agency, The Familie, a division of Wasserman Media Group, offers an array of marketing services that include public relations, creative services, event marketing, licensing, trend research, promotions, and athlete management.