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KSR Reflects on an Amazing 2020 Snowcross Season

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KSR Reflects on an Amazing 2020 Snowcross Season

Oakwood, ON (March 19, 2020) – Although cut short, the 2020 race season was definitely one to remember. While there are challenging times ahead for many, KSR is taking this time to reflect on the positive season that was had, filled with action packed racing, triumphs, and great takeaways for next season.

Brooklyn #500

Apart from the CSRA races, Brooklyn travelled to Duluth, Minnesota, for the Isoc Amsoil Championship Snocross season opener. Unfortunately, she was forced to cut the race day short after one heat race due to poor visibility. Brooklyn also travelled to Shawinigan, Quebec for her first SCMX race, and took home a well fought win in the Dame’s class. These events were very fun and provided an on track learning experience, as she raced against some of the top women racers. Within the Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) series, this season was Brooklyn’s first time racing Pro Women as her main class. She was able to successfully showcase her skills, taking the win in every heat and final race (apart from Valcourt). She also raced Sport and Sport Lite at select events, with a podium finish at Shawinigan and a 2nd place heat finish in Barrie. These are big accomplishments for Brooklyn, as she was not only one of the only female racers in the class, but she was also years younger than most of her competitors. Her Ski-Doo 600RS was dialed in after frequent trips to the The Compound – Muskoka, leading to such a successful season.

Some highlights from this year were opening the season up in front of her hometown crowd in Lindsay, Ontario, and traveling to the capital of Canada for a new race location and fresh track. Brooklyn would like to extend her thanks to Motul for giving her the best oil in the industry, keeping her engine working at top performance. Out of all 7 snowcross events that she raced at this season, her top experience would have to be in Valcourt for the Grand Prix Ski-Doo de Valcourt. Ski-Doo always puts on a good show, and she was able to be challenged by some fellow women racers. The track was a blast to race on, and she was able to pull off a third place finish. Overall, Brooklyn was able to achieve 9 race wins this season. This success would not have been possible without the support of BAILEY MOTORSPORTS and the entire Karkoulas Sisters Racing team and family.

Dakota #501

Dakota had a great 2020 race season as she remained undefeated in the Junior Girls class, and finished 2nd overall in the Junior 14-17 class. Her favourite race this year would have to be in Timmins, Ontario. On the last day, Dakota fell off her sled right at the start but managed to get back on and win the race. It was her favourite race because she was way behind but got back on and earned herself the win showing the hard work, perseverance and sheer skill will pay off at the end. Overall,

Dakota’s top track this season was in Valcourt, Quebec, due to the perfect conditions and a big double in the middle of the track. Despite the season ending, Dakota remains optimistic and excited for next season! She would like to extend her thanks to: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA), The Compound – Muskoka, Ski-Doo, Motul, HMK USA, STUD BOY Traction, Dayco, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, Off Road Vixens, Scott Sports Canada, and Backwoods Promotions Inc.. She would also like to give a huge thanks to all KSR sponsors that helped the team throughout the year!

Zoe #502

Zoe found that the 2020 season was amazing but went by too quickly. One weekend the team was in Barrie, and then right after they traveled to Timmins to race! The Transition 8-10 class was a challenging one for Zoe with a lot of the fast racers, but she still managed to get a 5th place overall. The Transition Girls class was super fun with Zoe making the podium every weekend, giving her a 2nd place overall. Zoe’s favourite race was also in her home town of Lindsay, Ontario, because her friends and family were there to motivate her throughout the weekend. Zoe would like to thank Ski-Doo for making super fast sleds, HMK USA for keeping her warm all season, and Off Road Vixens for keeping her comfortable while off the track. Also, Zoe would like to thank The The Compound – Muskoka for a great practice track, where she practiced as much as she could in preparation for the season. Zoe would also like to extend a big thank you to: Motul, Stud Boy Traction, Dayco, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, Scott Sports Canada, and Backwoods Promotions Inc.because they do a lot for her and the team. Also, Zoe wanted to extend the biggest thank you to BAILEY MOTORSPORTS because they do so much for her, from helping with her sled to doing TikToks.

Finally, last but not least, Brooklyn, Dakota and Zoe would like to extend a big thank you to their parents, Rebecca and Troy, who continually support, encourage, and mentor them each season. Through the high fives, hugs, smiles and sometimes tears, their parents are there through it all, and this season (and the many before it) wouldn’t be possible without the family support. Thanks mom & dad for being our rock, being there through it all. We love you!

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for their support this season: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, MOTUL, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekrider TekVest, 139designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy

Official CSRA Press Release: http://snowcross.com/…/…/uploads/2020/03/Covid19release2.pdf

RESULTS: To see full results for the CSRA Series, visit: http://snowcross.com/results-points/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

Karkoulas Sisters Racing Travels to Timmins

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Oakwood, ON (March 9, 2020) – Timmins, Ontario was the location for the latest round of the Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) on March 7-8, 2020. Karkoulas Sisters Racing loaded up their Ski-Doo 600 RS’s early Friday morning and made the seven-hour trip North, excited to see what this round of racing had in store. Arriving under a veil of sunshine, the girls quickly headed for a track walk. Impressed with many line options and a steep drop start, team KSR completed registration and settled in for a good night rest before a full weekend of competition.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoe #502
Zoe had consistent, successful races all weekend long, even having a post moto win opportunity for an interview. True to Zoe’s personality, loving any chance to talk, she was not short on things to say about her race, the track and her sponsors. Overall, for the weekend, she achieved a 3rd place on Saturday in Transition girls, and a 2nd place finish on Sunday. In her mixed class, Transition 1, she was thrilled to have to report to tech both days accomplishing a 4th and 5th respectively in a competitive class of over 15 riders.

Dakota #501
Dakota pulled off similar results that we’ve seen throughout the season on both racing days. On Sunday, after somehow saving a huge bobble off a double and finding her body over the front of the sled, Dakota had to work a little harder to capture the checkered flag in Junior girls, and continue her green streak. Once she had the sled up and running there was no turning back. In fact, she was so “in the zone” she missed the checkered flag and did a victory lap, later meeting up with BAILEY MOTORSPORTS teammate Hailey Belanger who accomplished 2nd place in the same race. In Junior 1 Dakota continued to race hard and skillfully earned a 3rd on Saturday and 4th on Sunday. Congratulations to Dakota for winning the hole shot award, and seventy dollars, in her Junior Girls final Sunday.

Brooklyn #500
Brooklyn lined her 2020 Ski-Doo 600RS in the Pro-Am Women’s class each day intent on continuing her winning streak in the class, and was successful in this endeavor. Starts continue to be an area of challenge for the young rider, with her having to maneuver and power her sled to take the top spot. However, once there, she has been able to pull away a little and ride her preferred lines. Brooklyn was able to sweep all motos giving her plenty of time to thank all the sponsors who have made this dream of hers possible.
Bailey Motorsports

Congratulations to Yannick Boucher #53 for his victory both days in the Pro Snow Bike class, joined on the podium by teammate Ryan Hunt #729 in 3rd Saturday and 5th Sunday.

Up next for the team is a couple weeks off racing to hone in on mastering and perfecting some skills through practice at The Compound – Muskoka. After that, the team will travel to Kitchener, Ontario to put the sleds to the test on the ski hills.

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for their support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy

RESULTS: To see full results for the CSRA Series, visit: http://snowcross.com/results-points/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

Family Day Weekend Fun

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12th Annual Royal Distributing Cup in Innisfil

Oakwood, ON (February 19, 2020) – Georgian Downs Race Track and Casino in Innisfil, Ontario, was the site for another successful round of racing for Karkoulas Sisters Racing Team.   It was a pleasant experience to be met with warmer temperatures and sunshine for this Family Day weekend, which was full of competition at a location historically known for being bitter cold with high winds.  KSR racers suited up and headed out to practice early Saturday morning and turned on race mode for the remainder of the weekend.

Zoe #502

Zoe struggled most of the weekend with hitting the green light, making for some impressive riding to make some passes and work her way up the pack.  Used to softer snow and technical tracks, the hard pack track the team experienced on Saturday saw Zoe having to adjust her riding style and work to keep up with the front of the pack.  She achieved third place in Transition Girls, but didn’t make it to tech for the Novice 8-10 race. As a result, she was happy to put the day behind her and focus on Sunday’s competition, coming out strong from the start. With milder temperatures on Sunday, the track was softer and more to Zoe’s preference. Her results showed it, with her going 2:2 in Transition Girls and earning a fourth place overall in Novice 8-10. 

Dakota #501

If there was an award for perseverance, Dakota would have earned it without contest for her grit in competition while battling fevers, chills, sore throat and cough… a likely flu.  Given the option both days to sit out this round, without hesitation she shook her head no and with pure determination, she donned her helmet and took her seat on her 2020 Ski-Doo RS.  The day started rough to say the least. When on her first race (Jr Girls), in the first corner she hit some ice and drove off the track, hitting a flag and barrel in the process of re-entering the track.  True to her form, she entered back on the track over half a lap down, and yet she pushed her limits and was able to make up massive time earning her a second place finish. This set her up nicely for her second moto, in which she captured the checkered and continued her first place streak in the class. 

In her second race, Junior 14-17, Dakota’s “hot start” button was stuck down leaving her at a standstill on the line as she watched her competition race off, leaving her in their roost.  Once her sled engaged, she again was forced to make up time in a mere three lap race but succeeded in crossing the line in fourth.  The second moto she achieved 3rd giving her a combined moto final of 3rd place and a spot on the podium.  Sunday saw her feeling even worse than Saturday but determined to get her four races in.  More consistent riding for her, saw her going 1:1 in Junior girls and 3:3 in Junior 14-17, again making podium in both classes. 

Brooklyn #500

KSR’s eldest rider, Brooklyn, had consistent results in Pro Women going 1:1 both days lifting her skis high in the whoop section to make the pass for first.  Sport 600 presented a challenge this weekend. Brooklyn had an outstanding start in the class on Saturday, and lead the race for several laps, coming across the finish line in second place. This put her in a good position for the second moto. Unfortunately, she bobbled in the corner losing control, and with little room between riders, she was unavoidably hit from behind by another rider.  With sheer fortitude she got back on her sled and finished out the race returning to the trailer with bruised and swollen fingers that were clearly protected from a burn by her Deft Family gloves.  Sunday the team decided to have Brooklyn sit the Sport Class out until more comfort and execution of large doubles could be achieved.

 

Bailey Motorsports

Lunch break on Sunday gave the entire Bailey Motorsports Team an opportunity to come together for a group photo.  Who knew at that point that that team would achieve a notable total of 18 podiums in this round of competition?  Well done to all the riders who contributed to those amazing results and special congratulations to Ryan Hunt #729 for winning the Top Gun Shoot out Saturday night, coming home with a $5000 award and impressive bragging rights.

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for this support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139 designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy.

RESULTS: To see full results for the CSRA Series, visit: http://snowcross.com/results-points/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

Podium Finishes for all Three KSR Racers in Valcourt!

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Oakwood, ON (February 10, 2020) – Three riders, three classes, three podiums made for an unexpected but welcome outcome at the esteemed Grand Prix Ski-Doo de Valcourt this past weekend. This Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) / SCMX snocrossco-sanctioned event features riders from Canada, USA, Norway and Finland, and is best known for its massive crowd-pleasing finish line jump. Plus, the weekend offers a spectacular event for riders and spectators alike. With unending access to the often elusive white stuff (in fact, so much snow that racing was cancelled on Friday due to visibility concerns), track designer(s) were able to create one of the best tracks the team has had the pleasure to compete on. Rhythm sections, jumps and cornering options had the riders showcasing their strengths and abilities right to the podium.

Zoe #502
Saturday saw the two youngest racers of the team divided between the transition track and the main track. Zoe and her Mom headed off together to tackle the dedicated track to 120cc and Transition riders. This particular track geared to 120 racers was a race off the line track for the young racer with extremely limited passing options. Zoe struggled in her races with too much throttle, being used to larger technical tracks, causing her to overshoot the first nearly 180 corner. Somehow in her final she was able to calculate two successful passes on a very narrow, nearly single lane track to come away with a second place finish. A podium celebration, impressive plaque and a celebratory “beavertail” ended off the day for the young racer.

Dakota #501
The same day on the main track Dakota (age 13) rode like a boss against an entire field of boys in the Junior 14-15 class. The skill of these young riders never ceases to amaze us, and Dakota’s ability to rise to the competition is impressive. Saturday afternoon Dakota lined up to go green and pushed her limits the entire race, smoothly hitting doubles and speeding through the rhythm section right up until her favourite part of the course – the massive finish line jump. Each lap saw the young rider hitting it faster and farther, a difficult view for her Mom to handle. After all the effort put forth, Dakota was thrilled to take a spot on the podium achieving a third place finish. Although ecstatic with her finish, Dakota returned to the trailer melancholy as that race marked the end of her GPS de-Valcourt experience for the year and she was not ready to be done. Claiming the track was her all-time favorite, she snuck out early Sunday morning during the practice session just to experience it one last time. Her enthusiasm for competition at the GPS de Valcourt was a stark reminder for her parents of what all the hard work and preparation is for.

Brooklyn #500
Sunday saw the team up with the sun for an early morning start to the final day of competition. This time it was the team’s Pro/Am Women racer Brooklyn’s turn to take the track on her 2020 Ski-Doo RS. A solid first moto saw the rider cross in fourth position, a good start to the day. The second moto, Brooklyn took to the track with goals to try different lines and increase speed in approaching the taunting finish line jump in preparation for the final. Unfortunately, in the first corner on the first lap, Brooklyn tangled with another rider and ended up being tossed off the sled. With rapid execution she was able to get back on, start it up and make up lots of time before the checkered flag, coming across in sixth. Later Sunday afternoon, the second last Snowcross race of the program, the Pro Dames lined up for their final. Undeterred from her previous moto unseating, Brooklyn hit the green and dug deep having one of her best rides to date. From the very first corner, mom stated she could feel Brooklyn’s determination right from the viewing platform. Brooklyn approached the jumps and rhythm sections with full commitment maneuvering her sled like an expert. After a solid ride and a few tense moments when approaching lap traffic in the final lap of the race Brooklyn earned her place on the podium in the third position. Coming off the track, Brooklyn’s smile and enthusiasm could be seen beneath her helmet many feet away. Physically exhausted from pushing the limits, Brooklyn was mentally ecstatic.

Bailey Motorsports
KSR would like to extend congratulations to BAILEY MOTORSPORTS Pro Snow Bike riders Yanick Boucher for his first place domination and Ryan Hunt for his third place final in the event. Lastly, congratulations to Hailey Belanger for solid rides in her Pro Dame motos on Sunday, and first time full throttle.

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for this support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, Scott Sports Canada, SCOTT Sports, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy

RESULTS: To see full results for the CSRA Series, visit: http://snowcross.com/results-points/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

Strong Finishes for Karkoulas Sisters Racing at CSRA Season Opener in Lindsay 

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Oakwood, ON (February 3, 2020) – Team KSR brought in the month of February racing in their Hometown of Lindsay, Ontario, for the Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) National Series season opener. The Lindsay Exhibition was the location of the FXR Kawartha Cup, which saw the stands full of excited spectators, including many of the team’s family and friends.  

Saturday was an important race day as many of the specialty class races completed before the Pro show and evening program.  Unfortunately, time wasn’t on their side as KSR racers ran out of time to complete the finals, pushing them to Sunday. Despite that though, KSR racers won several qualifiers, and Dakota #501 was able to compete in her second moto of Jr  14-17 and score top spot on the box.  With racing completed the day, the girls joined their friends up in the stands to watch team mate Ryan Hunt #729, of Bailey Motorsports, battle in the Pro class claiming third spot on the podium! Of note, Ryan also raced in the Pro Snow Bike class this same afternoon and claimed second place in that class.  The grit and endurance displayed to not only attempt but succeed in two Pro classes is commendable. 

 

Brooklyn #500

Sunday was an early start for the team with the drivers meeting at 7:30 am and the green light promptly at 8:00 am.  Brooklyn #500 was the first of the team’s racers to take to the line in the Pro/Am Women class. She was able to set the tone of the morning with a win which she would repeat in that same class later in the morning going 1:1 for Sunday’s program. 

Brooklyn also left her comfort zone and lined up in the Sport 600 class as not only the sole female on the line but one of the youngest racer against a class of high flying men.   She held her own and gained valuable experience. She even found herself qualifying front row for the final on Sunday which is a huge accomplishment, and she rounded out the top ten in the final (awaiting official results). 

Dakota #501

Dakota #501 repeated Brooklyn’s Pro/Am Women results in the Junior Girls class taking the checkered for Saturday’s final and repeating it in Sunday’s motos, finishing 1:1 for the weekend.  In Junior 14-17 she found herself placing first on Saturday, and back on the podium with a combined moto finish of 3rd on Sunday. 

Zoe #502

Zoe #502 battled all weekend long showing she has the determination and competitiveness to move up the snowcross ranks.  Zoe was a rocket off the starting line in Transition girls class and finished up second on Saturday. She is awaiting official results for Sundays final after leading the entire race right to the transponder line with a hard charging teammate Hailey Belanger #574 challenging her the entire moto 2.  It’s great to see them both on the podium 1:2.  In her Transition 1 class, Zoe had strong qualifiers and was able to achieve a 3rd in Saturday’s final and rounded out top 5 on Sunday.  Well done Zoe!

While the team enjoyed a race only 8 minutes from home, they will now spend the next few days getting packed and loaded up to travel to Valcourt, Quebec, for the Ski-Doo Grand Prix, an event that promises to be full of exciting, action packed racing of all sorts.

 

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for this support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139 designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy.

 

RESULTS: To see full results for the CSRA Series, visit: http://snowcross.com/results-points/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

KSR travels to Shawinigan, Quebec to Race the SCMX Snocross Series

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Oakwood, ON (January 22, 2020) – This past weekend, KSR racers, Brooklyn #500 and Dakota #501 loaded up their 2020 Ski-Doo RS snowmobiles and headed to Shawinigan, Quebec, for their first ever SCMX Snocross event, and the series did not disappoint. The team, along with Bailey Motorsports riders, Ryan Hunt #729 and Hailey Belanger #574, were welcomed to the series with plenty of offers of assistance and support.

Friday was practice day for Brooklyn and Dakota before heading into race day on Saturday. A different series made for different class entrees which saw the two sisters lining up against one another in Dames 1 and 2. Brooklyn entered the first race day dampening down nerves, after not having any opportunity for the light to turn green yet this season. After feeling slightly disheartened from practice day, she was able to dig into her competitive spirit she is known for and hit the light from the start all morning which went a long way for her confidence. In the end she claimed 3rd overall in both Dame classes for the day. Brooklyn was also entered into the Sport lite class 2, where she had an impressive 2nd place finish in the first moto but unfortunately went off the track in the second moto leaving her in 9th overall for the day.

Dakota had some difficulty staying on the track on Saturday, especially while chasing down her older sister. However, even after going off the track, she showed resilience and determination getting back on track and making up positions to leave her 4th overall in Dames 1 and 2. Dakota challenged herself in choosing to race Jr 14-15 against the boys, and represented female racers well, finishing 2nd in the first heat and 4th overall.

Sunday’s race day saw the girls wake up ready to roll. In good spirits, and determined to show what they’ve got they hit the track ready to race. The girls were in separate heats for Dames 1 class and both achieved 2nd place in their respective heats. Brooklyn went on to capture the checkered flag in the final, stepping up on the podium in 1st place, with Dakota finishing 3rd. In the Dames 2 class, Brooklyn went 1st in heat 1 then fell off the track in final finishing 4th overall. Dakota had solid rides going 3-3 and claiming her spot on the podium.

BROOKLYN #500

Brooklyn then proceeded to achieve a 3rd in her Sport Lite 2 class, heat 1 , seeing her lead the majority of the race. She repeated that finish and was elated to stand on the 3rd place podium spot in this category. Her dad was quick to drop an excited text back home to mom saying “BK is back!” When asked her feelings about the weekend, Brooklyn said, “First weekend of the year and it was definitely one to remember. I am very happy with my performance”.

DAKOTA #501

In Dakota’s Jr 14-15 she had solid rides in her heats and achieved a 5th place finish in the final. Dakota said, “I had a great race weekend in Shawinigan. The track was really cool and had some big jumps.”

The team would like to send out a special thanks to the SCMX organizers who put on an enjoyable event and experience for our racers to enjoy.

BAILEY MOTORSPORTS

Congratulations to Ryan Hunt of Bailey Motorsports for his first place finishes in the Snowbike class, and to Hailey Belanger for her solid rides and multiple top five heat races.

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for this support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139 designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy.

RESULTS: To see full results for the SCMX Snocross Series, visit: https://scmxsnocross.com/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)

PHOTO CREDIT: Michel Brault

Opening Race Weekend at The Compound Muskoka

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Karkoulas Sisters Racing Achieves Podium Finishes

Oakwood, ON (January 9, 2020) – This past weekend marked the official start to the Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) racing season in Bracebridge, Ontario. This Regional race was held at the impressive “The Compound Muskoka” a riding and practise facility equipped with plenty of snow for a technical and demanding track.

Zoe #502

The two younger KSR racers, Dakota (No. 501) and Zoe (No. 502) raced in 4 classes over the weekend. Zoe, age 10, is the final KSR rider racing in the Transition categories for the 2020 season, racing both Transition 1 (8-10) and Transition Girls (8-13). Zoe was full of pre-season butterflies not yet having the opportunity to line up on a starting line this season. Despite this, she was quick to harness those butterflies and turn ‘beast mode’ on when it came time to race. Zoe lined up for her first race of the day, hit a perfect starting light to take the hole shot, and lead the race from flag to flag. When it came time for her second moto of that class, she did a perfect repeat to go 1-1 in Transition girls and take the overall win. Zoe had a great start in the Transition 1 as well, getting 2nd in the first moto and after a battle into a corner on the first lap found her off the track, she rode hard to work her way back up through the pack to 5th. The combined motos was good enough for Zoe to earn a starting position on the front row of the final. With 15 sleds in the final there was little room for error. Zoe rode fast and smart and had a great battle with a fellow racer for most of the final race. In the end, Zoe found herself capturing a podium spot and impressive 3rd place finish.

Dakota #501

Dakota, age 13, came to the track still beaming from her ISOC win in November at the Duluth National and was ready to start racing in Canada. This season Dakota has decided to challenge herself and move up to the Junior ranks, specifically Junior Girls (14-17) and Junior (14-17). Not to be out done by her “little” sister, Dakota repeated Zoe’s results by winning Junior Girl with flag to flag wins in both motos. She lined up in her Junior mixed class motos on her 2020 Ski-Doo 600 RS ready to prove she belongs out there with the boys. Off of the line she found herself in 2nd in both motos and held the position to the checkered both times, earning a 2nd place overall finish.

Bailey Motorsports

This weekend had most of the Bailey Motorsports racers out on the track. Ryan Hunt and Yanick Boucher were racing Snowbikes, with Ryan winning 2nd at the CSRA race, while Yanick had 3 days of racing the ISOC series with a 3rd place podium finish on Sunday. Hailey Belanger raced her Ski-Doo snowmobile to double 2nd place finishes taking 2nd in both Transition and Junior Girls classes. Brooklyn (No. 500) did not have any race events this weekend but looks forward to some more preparation time before the National season opener scheduled for February 1/2 in KSR’s hometown Lindsay, ON. Check out the full Bailey Motorsports recap at Baileymotorsports.ca

KSR would like to thank the following sponsors for their support: BAILEY MOTORSPORTS, Ski-Doo, Motul, Sunoco Racing, HMK USA, Backwoods Promotions Inc., Backcountry Motorsports Media, Off Road Vixens, Troy Lee Designs, TEAMLTD, DEFT FAMILY, Flybyu Motorsports, STUD BOY Traction, St-Onge Recreation, Dayco, WTD Gloves, Rox Speed FX, Inc., C&A Pro Skis, SCOTT Sports, Scott Sports Canada, The Compound – Muskoka, Tekvest, 139 designs, Clean Media, Laps for Muscular Dystrophy.

RESULTS: To see full results for both KSR & Bailey Motorsports, visit www.snowcross.com/results-points

ISOC RESULTS: To see full results for the ISOC Series, visit: https://snocross.com/national/results/

FOLLOW US: @KSRsnowcross (Twitter & Instagram)