"I don't want it to become my narrative" AJ Catanzaro explains the realities of making a 450 Main

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[@wadejameson5389]

Agreed....if they don’t start talking about more than the top 3-4, the sport is going to be a tough sell. There are 80+ guys showing up every weekend...with sponsors....with support....spending time and money....living and bleeding motocross/SX and the coverage doesn’t reflect any of that. It’s a shame.

[@joslinnick]

Exactly. The 40th place rider could show up to a local track, and people would be talking about how good he was for years after that.

[@Gucc111]

At any other race on earth, the guys not making the 450 night show would be dominant. Parents watching McGrath and Carmichael got their kids into racing and now we have an incredibly stacked 450 and 250 class. It's a great time to be a fan, but an incredibly tough time to be a rider.

[@nathancrittenden8525]

You thought the east coast 250 class was stacked?

[@CaddyJim]

I have a similar gripe with the TV coverage First I would like the positions to roll across the top like they used to. I hate having it cover part of the screen plus *NBCSN* doesn't include the the position number next to the name. So thankfully I watch recorded & can pause to count down & see what position *So N So* in is in Next they could cover the entire heat race until the top nine hit the finish line The podium winners are going to have plenty of time on the podium so the camera should stay focused on the racing especially the last turn and finish line for at least the top 10 I think they could easily find the extra minute or two to do this by cutting out non-sponsor talking by one of the writers or someone in the booth in exchange for race coverage

[@UncleSarkis]

Johnny Hopper says equipment is making a difference at that level, what are your thoughts? Also, press day riding.

[@kylesanders851]

AJ is paving the way for privateers to make money while racing Moto I’d rather watch behind the scenes privateer stuff that pulp Moto word vomit.

[@franklucas4159]

This guy is a legendary bust...free Blake baggett

[@theread3480]

Why would you name drop Bagget?

[@franklucas4159]

@@theread3480 well fucker at least my guy wins..know what it's like 2 run in the top 5

[@theread3480]

@@franklucas4159 Okay but what does Bagget have to do with this video?

[@franklucas4159]

@@theread3480 rocky mountain is the reason y he ain't racing this year..so like I say free blake baggett....fuck aj he a loser

[@QuagerMX]

450 class is so hectic. People online act like making the main event is the be-all, end-all, but you have to be such a badass on a dirtbike to even make the top 40 for the night show these days. The 40th place qualifier for 450 supercross could roll up to any public track on a ride day and would smoke absolutely everybody.

[@Nielint]

We got people like Austin Politelli, Devin Harriman, Max Miller, Carson Brown up here in the northwest. They will go out and put like 8 seconds a lap on the competition at local races, but then show up to a supercross or nationals race and the top 10 are putting seconds a lap on top of them. Making them look like the mediocre A class local rider. Lol.

[@MichaelAMyers1957]

The first part of your story is true. But the ending “” the 40th place qualifier for 450 supercross could roll up to any public track on a ride day and smoke absolutely everyone “” . Is not even close to true. It’s so far off. I know someone who makes it into the top 40 almost weekly but yet at local tracks he definitely isn’t the fastest. Obviously not the slowest but others are faster

[@mixalis6168]

True, but he also doest train !!

[@trevorjohnson6207]

@@MichaelAMyers1957 who do you know that’s making the main events but not the fastest at the local track? And then if there are people faster than him, why don’t the faster guys try and qualify?

[@codyjames8424]

@@trevorjohnson6207 @Majestickilla13 lmao!! What a bunch of bs! Name the riders then. if they are that fast we'll know their names. Trevor, I 100% agree. The last place dudes are absolute beasts on a bike!

[@doobielawson702]

I think if you are good enough and confident enough to even show up to qualify for an SX, at this level, you are pretty damn good. There's more honor in showing up and competing than staying home and criticizing those in the arena.

[@lesgervais8636]

I was thinking about this recently, the field is deep enough they could do an A main and B main.

[@micky-jproductions5775]

They do its called 250 and 450. This is the pros there shouldnt be a B class running in the big show.

[@yoitsmikey6025]

No

[@strackmx3188]

@@micky-jproductions5775 I agree but at the same time it would be kinda fun to watch and probably a lot of carnage if they put a point or 2 on the line lol

[@anthonycope8637]

They do its called the LCQ its not a full 20min +1 for a reason if they ran a full moto the 2-4 guys that transfer would already be spent... They have an amateur league its called arena cross if he went there he would be a top 5 every weekend... The rider stock is so good now that everyone is riding in the 5-7 sec gap where 10 years ago it was a 15 sec gap...

[@micky-jproductions5775]

@@strackmx3188 just go to your local track and watch the C class if you want wild racing lol

[@nathandowns369]

Just making it to the night show is super gnarly. Lots of badass dudes that are extremely talented that haven't made a main this year. Schmidt is a badass and I don't believe he's made a main this year which is nuts to me. One of the best styles out there and made every main 2 years ago and a bunch last year

[@ghpjerry]

It's unreal when you have guys that are soooooooo fast like ARay, 722 & so many others that are fighting to even get in the LCQ, it's unreal! AMA needs to refit the program so these guys that make SX & MX so much money, can make a living being in those spots. What is going to happen is the sport will fade from National TV & Media when these guys can't afford to keep running week after week with no pay. Respects to the Privateers out there that keep at it!

[@derekgriffith8787]

Aray was at a local race back in TN and was lapping the A class in a 7 lap race. Unreal to see him barely making it in!!! Hats off to all that try. I know I wouldn’t even try

[@elasticsoldier0257]

Max Anstie making the mains on a 20 year old Suzuki , who said GPs boys carnt ride supercross.

[@nathancrittenden8525]

With virtually no supercross experience, he's right tho it's virtually 'impossible' if your not good enough 😂

[@Factory132z]

he started his career in the states he had sx experience. also has been a factory guy. Aj has always been a privateer bad example.

[@nathancrittenden8525]

@@Factory132z did he even do one season in supercross? He went to Europe almost immediately and has raced virtually his entire career here, aj has more experience on a supercross track by miles, without any shadow of a doubt

[@Factory132z]

@@nathancrittenden8525 you cannot compare the two Based off of sx experience alone. I can gurentee you nobody considers AJ as the same caliber of rider on Sx Mx or anything that has to do with a Dirtbike as Anstie and he never has been and never will. You can take any Factory level euro and give them 6 months and they will beat any privateer in sx. Take a Euro privateer and Bring him over is a better comparison Vs AJ.

[@nathancrittenden8525]

@@Factory132z exactly which is basically proving my point that if your good enough your good enough and aj saying its virtually impossible to make a main event isnt true its only true because he's not good enough if that makes sense lol

[@one60studios74]

I think AJ is concentrating on having good technique at all times and not just racing his ass off.

[@akatgif]

Tru-dat!

[@infidelmat]

Because if he falls out of technique, he gets too tired and too much arm pump (as would anybody). That's why it's so important. Racing your ass off is not efficient and burns you out quick.

[@one60studios74]

Infidel Mat do you think Webb or Tomac is thinking about their technique at all times? He gets in his own head. I understand that dropping your arms and everything will hurt you.

[@infidelmat]

@@one60studios74 you don't know what any of them are thinking. Also they are elite riders since they were on 50s anyways. What plate number are you BTW? I'll make sure to cheer you on at the next race 😁 edit: see next clip

[@one60studios74]

Infidel Mat someone is getting upset. I’m really sorry that I mad you this upset. Please don’t stop being my friend.

[@jpesicka492]

250 class has definitely been more competitive. I think too many people see it as a stepping stone for the 450 class. Some guys are small and aren't on a level of a James Stewart or Ricky Carmichael and shouldn't be on 450. It's the fastest class so obviously guys want to be considered the fastest but I definitely love watching the 250 races just as much as the 450. We need a 125 class too for the 2 stroke fans, that would be considered the real stepping stone and give more guys opportunities.

[@georgekreiner9601]

Maybe the answer is to have a 350 class! It'll open up another class option. We always had 3 classes when 2-strokes ruled! Like AJ said...the guys up 35th place are fast guys that'll never ever have a chance.

[@glennwr450]

Stock bikes no mods. Level playing field

[@shste84]

Only suspension and wheels allowed. For safety/strength purposes. I’d be all for it. No motor or ECU mods, that’d level the playing field a bunch

[@paulbricklebank4050]

Great idea Sir!,,, Agree! 100%... And all bikes the same weight..... fuel from a track site tank.,,, Limits on engines/tyres per year.... cos the top teams bikes are clearly far superior to say,,, the 2007 Suzuki 450... imo... ?

[@lukekelly5115]

These privateer 450 guys are going to have to learn to make money in other avenues. Make a KZbin, start a series tune bikes what ever but as it sits now unless you are making moto your life and have the fitness level of a professional athlete you'll be relinquished to the back of the pack.

[@brycegreen8900]

Like it or not... Enter Axell Hodges. He's arguably making more money than the number 1 guys, and not killing himself. It's more than just being fast, being fast doesn't sell anymore. Dude learned how to market himself and made a brand. I bet you anything he has a bigger following than any #1 or top 40 rider. The game has changed and he adapted.

[@nathancrittenden8525]

Of course being fast sells if your fast in turn then the factory teams will want you on their machinery which equals big contracts. Not saying axel isn't making money but being the fastest will always earn you a fortune

[@MotoMatt418]

Back in the day of McGrath/Carmichael it was really only the top ~5 that has the true potential to win a race. Now it seems the top 15 all could truly win if they got a good start and raced a consistent race. It’s crazy stacked. It’s hard to be a fan in some ways because you never know if “your guy” is going to show up and perform. In other ways it’s like Christmas because you never know what you’re going to get each weekend. Everybody is absolutely flying.

[@monkeydad22]

I hate seeing the top factory guys all the time on TV. I want to see what's happening in the back but I want to see what's happening with the privateer climb to the top. Overseeing the same same people granite they are extremely talented and watching them races unreal but what else is going on behind them.

[@jordanwilson887]

Alright hear me out. 21-40 have a B main

[@Gucc111]

do they get paid any points or just exposure?

[@jordanwilson887]

@@Gucc111 I don’t see why not both. The 450 class is getting so stacked now that you have 250 champions barely making it in the top 10 and a majority of the field has won at some point. To be more “fair” to the talent in the class it would be cool to see a separate class

[@jackieenx7085]

I'm really happy you mentioned Formula One because that's exactly how I'm looking at supercross these days.... There's always going to be the top three but there's some cool ass racing in very good talented people and teams in midpack

[@Jonesz24]

I give props to anyone who qualifies . Sport def needs to give more then just 1-3

[@hahny88]

He should try using less excuses and put in more work. Not riding enough? Well ride more then. It’s not like someone is providing bikes to ride that u didn’t pay for🤷🏻‍♂️

[@wesleystoughton7720]

AJ chooses to spend the time that most pros would use training and practicing to help out other riders. Doing MX schools and everything, AJ gives back instead of putting his head down and gunning for a top spot. He knows exactly what’s up, he knows exactly what he would need to do to put himself into at least the top 10 every night. He chooses not to though. It’s a 24/7 job to work hard enough for a top ten spot and that’s just not possible for everyone. Especially when you spend as much time as AJ does teaching amateur riders. So in short, he doesn’t have the time to “ride enough”. Priorities haha

[@joelballard4952]

I live in missouri and have seen Benny Bloss, Grant Harlan, and Kevin morantz absolutely destroy the best local riders at several tracks in Kansas, Texas, and Oklahoma over the last few years. And the top 5ish super cross/ motocross , Tomac, Webb, Osborne, Etc... will put 5-7 seconds on them. And my mind cannot even process that.

[@Frank-gp6qr]

450.... hes not even getting into the 250 mains!!! COME'ON KZbin! .. nevermind this guy down under... in a closet

[@kelliebrooks9094]

In 95 it was hard in the 250 class 2 strokes 10 of the gates were all previous champs larocco mcgrath stanton..albertyn..emig hughes...huffman lusk...on works bikes an factory teams..

[@randalkrechel7342]

so its everyone elses fault for being better than aj.... i dont wanna make the main i wanna block pass for 35th

[@johns818]

Our sport lacks fan education and personality.. Ricky Carmichael commentary only appeals to us riders and does nothing to captivate the average fan. The commentating and marketing structure dictates the level of fan appreciation for the riders and the sport in general. If not for commentators like Cameron Steel, sports like Free Style Moto X would have never gained the level of popularity it did. If not for commentators like Joe Rogan the UFC would not be where it is today. Get a guy like AJ into the commentating booth and I guarantee our sport will explode!!

[@waynegarfield6607]

When guys like Broc Tickle dont make the main...ot Dean Wilson has to go to the LCQ in several events to get in....then you know the field is stacked. Almost everyone in the 450 main is a past 250 champion or has won motos, or races. The best race for entertainment value and passing and take out moves is definitely the LCQs...also like mentioned going to the LCQ isnt shameful because the format changed from the original platform. In the glory days you had a heat race , semi and then lcq. So a rider who didnt get top 4 instead of the 9 now went to a semi where they took the top 5....if you still didnt make it you had one more chance where the top 2 made it...I think only 20 riders went to the main instead of 22 now. So basically you had two solid chances to make the main before panicking and going to lcq. 2 holeshots in case you messed the first up. If you went down in the heat you had another shot. Most top factory guys with 2 chances to crack top 5 seldom went to the lcq. Now if you make ONE mistake in the heat.....bam....right to the last friggin chance.

[@kelliebrooks9094]

Not impossible but u better have a great bike an be in forking amazing shape an get a holeshot everytime...an have great mechanic....and the most dialed supercross suspension...u know when u outdoor motocross u can take that SX fork an shock off the bike an start over with ur out door settings...because SX setting dont work in MX

[@racingfuel28]

Nearly every LCQ in both classes this year has had at least one or two top ten or top five guys in them. And there’s been several where a guy who could easily get a top five or even podium most nights, wouldn’t even qualify for the main. The guys are getting faster for sure. Most anyone who makes a 450 main nowadays could blow guys at a local race out of the water.

[@kelliebrooks9094]

We have a deeper supercross field from 10th place back to 20th the bikes are much better than they ever were riders are getting fit an in shape mainly bevause the bikes are so good...u can be out of shape a 450 is on it...it dont play...

[@Jawsh98]

Gypsy Tales... Honestly the Axel Hodges of Moto commentary. I love the fresh outlook and strive to differentiate viewpoints. Much love my dude! Please keep it up as I look forward to every notification!

[@GYPSYTALES]

Thanks a lot legend!

[@jrmirelles4651]

Wish the organization would appreciate the athletes who sacrifice every for our enjoyment

[@timbagley4210]

I like AJ, but he has an excuse for everything. He makes it a point to state how he doesn't train much, but truth is even if he did, he wouldn't make the main.

[@twistedfilms9712]

Glad I'm watching and not riding in those 450 mains! Crazy out there

[@kelliebrooks9094]

Yeah the winner only being celebrated is so boring story an selfish....to not give any respect to last years champ regardless of where he finishes is so lame...an even to 2 nd an 3rd podium guys to get no mike in their face at least to see how their race went from them is boring...nascar does the winner only an i quit watching it...

[@Realhighlife]

450 class is stacked here in 2023 literally 1st to 12 th place are literally 1,2,3 Rd riders all threw the pack

[@motogolf1]

Is it even possible to make a decent living riding SX if you’re not one of the top factory guys?

[@stevematthes4325]

Catanzaro is kidding himself if he thinks that he will improve and make Mains in 2022.

[@tylerboone2786]

3:40 is a spot on opinion it’s boring to watch a race for only 1st-3rd in my opinion, most the guys I’m rooting for are in the LCQ

[@yamahaxs6501]

The modern media format, with supplementary outlets like youtube, are so good for supercross. Guys like AJ have their own channel and content. You see how talented these guys are, get to know them, and become fans. It's not all about the top five guys. Not to take away from those guys, they are simply insane, but you can cover every rider with these additional outlets. Guys you would never know of if all you did was watch supercross on TV.

[@kandrebeats308]

is it just me or AJ always sound like his gonna start crying..?

[@reggieoverton121]

Let’s give everyone a trophy. This is racing. Every sport has a cut off. Qualifying and making a main event is the ultimate accomplishment for this sport and you get rewarded at every event. Stop complaining and train or ride and sell your training content. Aj is not dedicated to the sport and he will not influence the sport to change.

[@reecebiddiscombe3117]

I’d suggest his training is already changing the sport: putting the techniques used by the very best into local tracks.

[@reggieoverton121]

@@reecebiddiscombe3117 his training from what I see is nothing unique. Best of luck to Aj but you can’t brag about not training then complain about how tough it is to make the main. There is no shame in training and working hard just to make the LCQ. It’s racing.

[@mattburnett4185]

That's exactly the way it should be, the 450 class is stacked then you get insane racing

[@bobbylane589]

How the fuck do you find the full length interviews?

[@markmtbrider]

Everyone including me craps on Vince Freshie , including me , but he gets to the big show almost every weekend.

[@akatgif]

Yup. But we all know poor decisions / actions have consequences that can linger. Long term reputation can be enhanced or disintegrated depending on your decision making out there on the track.

[@deckard5pegasus673]

Vince Fresie finished right next to Dean Wilson. In the Main event Vince can even run top 10, and has even run top 5, before fading. In fact Vinces laptimes are many times less than 1 second off that of the top 5. Vince is fast AF!! The problem is that the top 5 are beyond superhuman. Put Vince on any local track and he will lap second place.

[@c_b8s4]

You can be a fast tool. Lol

[@mayflower4082]

Sounds like excuses buddy your just not good enough

[@straightnobraker4677]

I agree with changing this perception that you are in the top 3 or you suck. There would be way more drama if the focus was more on the top 20 then the top 5.

[@seaeff6428]

Yeah but if the camera view shifts during a race to an 8th place battle when contenders are are up front people freak out. and I understand why.

[@ericgregory3005]

I think the works factory teams are so far ahead in terms of the small team or privateer that it's impossible. I'd like to see one of the top guys on a privateer ride to see whats really the difference.

[@thumpertx1]

Just look at Garrett Marchbanks in the 250 class. He rides for club MX cause all the factory teams ignored him. Has been very successful and is i believe 4th in his points race

[@infidelmat]

I'm thinking even with stock bikes or budget caps, the guys that are paying 100k a year to be 'factory trained and have a team doing all the side lifting' is a big part of it.

[@thumpertx1]

@@infidelmat take any top 5 rider, throw them on a typical stock bike that we could buy, and they would likely make the night show, but would definetly miss the main.

[@infidelmat]

@@thumpertx1 it would be interesting what the average amount of positions would be. It seems like some pros are more sensitive to bike setup as well. Problem is, you can't SX at that level on stock suspension safely, so what is a stock or baseline SX setup? Just springs and shims? Even privateers have modded suspension.

[@shste84]

@@infidelmat totally agree, I’ve talked with people about this as well, to level the playing field I feel like it needs to be stock motor, stock ECU, but aftermarket suspension, and wheels allowed. They all have to have suspension to be able to race Supercross.

[@hfr8343]

Can somebody explain to me why he even bothers racing if he doesn't ride/train routinely? It almost seems like a waste of either time or talent, don't know him well enough to determine which one.

[@isaiahwilson6225]

because racing is fun. if you’re capable of qualifying and racing why not, it’s a good time

[@hfr8343]

@@isaiahwilson6225 Good enough reason for me. Makes sense.....thanks.

[@soren00024]

where can i get that rat shirt lmao

[@johnjo190]

Aj is right and so are some The of the people with comments about 40th place qualifiers etc. A guy that's qualifying last is still a seriously fast dude and would probably rock up to any local outdoor event or practice track and smoke the fastest guy there. I hated how people used to make a big deal about fast riders not making mains or having to go through the lcq and making them seem like they are slow or they're losing their edge when they're not they are still trying just as hard but the guys that are at the top with the big sponsors above their heads racing is their job and they get paid so it's more pressure for them to always be on top and keeping pushing themselves striving to be the fastest to win or be on the podium. Aj hasn't got slower he's just got way better technique as he's ageing and like someone else mentioned I think he's focusing on having really good technique at all times rather than trying to go as fast as he can go at all times witch causes mistakes and season ending injuries. Technique is way more important to me and I think to aj also than trying to just go fast because anyone can be fast but not a lot of people in the world have good technique or want to work on it or even think about working on it. Having good technique is way more skilful than just being fast on a bike everyone seems to want to be fast because they think thats the only thing that'll make them good or win races. For anyone that questions aj they only need to go back and look at his amateur career and watch how fast that guy can ride a bike, just full of attitude hanging clean off the bike laying it flat like nobody else totally pinned everywhere and sending literally every jump on a track every lap the guys a savage on a bike.

[@mrg6822]

Then what's the fuckin point of this dude even being out there?

[@GYPSYTALES]

So salt lake 1. Only Kenny and Coop in the title race... just they line up?

[@jordangamble3515]

How is he going to tell people how hard it is to make it into a main event when he said in another video that he only rides about 14 times a year. If you're not going to put the time in/practice...then you're not going to get the results you're looking for. The guys getting into the main put in work everyday, no slacking around type grind.

[@Slipvayne1]

You're right but you don't understand what all AJ does for and outside of racing. He doesn't just race, he doesn't have time to devote all his time to it he spends more time teaching others and furthering the sport.

[@BennyZ21k]

@@Slipvayne1 what does that have to do with Jordan's point?

[@jordangamble3515]

@@Slipvayne1 I have mad respect for that he definitely gives insight into the sport of motocross and spending his personal time helping and teaching others, I love him for that.

[@Slipvayne1]

@@BennyZ21k because the guys that are putting in all that work don't have 20 other things to do as well as teach riding classes in between before and after races. Do you understand words and subjects? It made alot of sense. Saying AJ doesn't put in the same work as the others just shows people don't watch as much as they claim and really don't know their racers off the track.

[@BennyZ21k]

@@Slipvayne1 that still doesn't have anything to do with his point

[@ckahmann]

💯, Jase. Celebrate and talk about the unique characters throughout the field. Start to insentivize racers to build their personalities on and off the track and outside of the podium. This will be huge for the sport...just wait until Deegan comes into Supercross and Motocross. With him will be 100s of thousands of fan followers and they won't stay for one rider, they'll need entertainment beyond one. You're onto something, keep progressing our sport, keep taking my Joe Rogan Experience market share.

[@tomesguerra5495]

There is no doubt that AJ is a PRO but not a national pro rider, he makes a lot of excuses. He is embarrassing him self making excuses he is not that good. There are 100s of guys at his level and theirs nothing wrong with that.

[@rescuedmx3717]

AJ....Black Riffle Coffee is the absolute best!! You have amazing coffee taste brotha!! 😋🤣☕️👊🏼

[@jordanellis2644]

These podcasts are amazing! I have loved supercross my whole life. I am 51 years old and I live in Canada where supercross has never been easy to watch. Thanks to the modern world I can finally watch it whenever I want. The LCQ, both 250 and 450, have ALWAYS been the best races of the night. I am familiar with AJ Catanzaro but after watching this interview I and my whole riding crew are now big fans. Keep living your dreams my man.

[@danip113]

Things are getting harder. All about the technique and line choice. New rookies from the 250cc class are conquering the middle list... This year it is so so good to follow SX. To me, it could become very unexpected results each single week...

[@RLRaudio]

And this is why I’ll no longer support AJ.. no self belief, with all that talent. No longer will I talk to friends (legends of SX) about trying to help this guy. Not only does he not believe in himself, but his whole team doesn’t believe in him. Too bad! Kinda sad, knowing what he could do if he actually thought/approached racing different.

[@gmunozcar]

Crazy how the sport has evolved in general (bikes, fitness and riding technique).

[@GTFCEO]

The last time I raced AJ I led him the whole race and he passed me last lap. He got first I got 2nd. Made me do a table to table I had never done at mototown. So cool being from the same state, grew up pitting next to him and his dad at winchester a couple times, rockyhill practice. Saw him since 65s w those Helion helmets, such a good dude

[@PentagonPirate]

They should have it like the do in MotoGP, 1,2,3 for the factory backed teams, then top satellite team rider \ privateer on the podium. They should also do standings for best team and best manufacture.

[@joeschmo7145]

He met a "jiffy"

[@ryangreen1588]

Should have a shout out on the broadcast to the top 3 privateer guys, like a privateer podium. Give them some fucking cred for all the effort and money spent to fill out the field for our viewing entertainment. Respect!

[@gfys6205]

If you can make a 450 main,you are one of the fastest riders in the world.....I forgot who said that but I believe it

[@benlondon8467]

The game hasn’t changed, but the amount of guys wanting/ participating in the sport has increased, putting in the hard yards has changed. Not just 3/5 guys training correctly, there is 100 guys that want it and know how to get it with the correct prep.

[@TVLON]

Jlaw would do it

[@geckolord0337]

It's hilarious when people saying they'd kick ass if they were lined up even tho most of the 250 class could beat a majority of riders even if they were against a 450

[@nicholasalford6923]

Lane to hear aj don’t ride a bunch for fun. Only for time of supercross season? Dudes a crockkk

[@UncleSarkis]

Come on AJ, don't you know Gypsy tales is going to click bait anything you day?

[@Mxer724]

GYPTHY GANG

[@rayracer141]

I really like the idea of handling it like F1. The best of the rest makes sense, I think its easier to relate to those people since they are trying to get to the top.

[@akatgif]

Best "end of video sigh off ever" - "Gypsy gay" so fuck'n awesome. Fck yea!!!!

[@johnnybgood774]

You don't need a trainer to get in shape to compete at a top level but a sponsored team helps lol

[@frank-696]

Omg A.J. how clips in KZbin did this guy get of you!!!!!... I get it..... hits.. like... but this dope.

[@rickdekard218]

Why not give your ride to someone that will put in the work and help the team out.

[@stefanoponeti6387]

Nice contents,great topics and guests ,I love those various points of view👏👏 Cheers from Italy🤙

[@frank-696]

Jeeeezus.... you got the same shirt on.

[@jordangamble3515]

And just my opinion but I feel an individuals goal should be to come back every weekend with a better approach. And to try and be better than you were the weekend before. Observe others and try to take something positive away from the weekend and you will improve.

[@infidelmat]

Watch his vlog, pretty much what he does.

[@onthegasapparel7717]

Great topic guys...

[@akatgif]

@gypsytales good on you for expanding and going deep into very interesting and engaging topics. Gypsy = Dope AF yo!!

[@akatgif]

Example what Im getting at @3:42

[@bobetts2748]

Intense 🤯

[@benny.pearso8299]

If your not 1st your last and if you get lapped every week you should give up

[@Ghost-of5xp]

I bet Buttery could qualify better 🙃

[@d_boss_mxk9712]

Why doesn't he then?

[@Ghost-of5xp]

@@d_boss_mxk9712 Probably knows he'd smoke him so why bother

[@d_boss_mxk9712]

@@Ghost-of5xp Yeah. Thats what people who suck usually say. Why bother.

[@Cliff_Booth]

Wtf so your goal isn’t to make the main event because it will take you too long to achieve?

[@danarrington2224]

So I'm really, really not trying to be a dick but why go to the races if you have no chance of making the main?

[@justinp5065]

Probably because he enjoys being able to race with the best

[@michaeltrower6792]

My same thought

[@danarrington2224]

@@justinp5065 Maybe. But it is ridiculously expensive to do what he's doing. I don't know what his deal with SGB includes but just airfare and hotel rooms are a lot of money.

[@justinp5065]

@@danarrington2224 He already travels a lot to do track lessons. I'd imagine being relevant in the sport helps his branding for his moto academy.

[@dougfields6418]

@@danarrington2224 I don’t know if it’s true or not, but I’ve heard that the only thing they do is provide the bike. They don’t pay him anything or travel expenses reimbursement. He makes money through the AMA and some through sponsors...again...may just be hearsay

[@rahadiyanurrahman512]

Get a clue

[@jdc8352]

Lolololol