Is Deegan The Best Rider In SMX, Any Class? Moronic Decision By Promotion Might Cost A Career!

[@mykacarpenter1247]

Deegs races like he will never ride again if he doesn’t win. He is just an absolute beast!

[@CookseyMedia]

Savage!!!

[@mykacarpenter1247]

@@CookseyMedia Thank you for the name correction that was the best!!! I appreciate you! 🫶🏻

[@swexplorer]

Such a great and underrated comment!! I really couldn't have said it any better!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@solarguy6517]

​@CookseyMedia Yo, bro, rumor has it security is gonna be on the look out for ya. We want to see you beat up the security in Vegas, like you said your going to when they escort you out. We will have our cameras rolling, we want to see what you got. Yo, when you see Feld, you gonna put him in a wheel chair too? You talk some big talk on all those vids, let's see ya back it up bro. Wax on, Wax off!

[@rodrigolopez6041]

@@solarguy6517will you be in Vegas next weekend ? I might be and would like to see what YOU got 😂😂😂

[@joelhayes4085]

Eli and John never split. Usually the split is about money and deegans have plenty

[@MennoniteRanger]

Good point! Brian had money before Haiden started making money that makes a big difference I think. Maybe that keeps them from being greedy with money.

[@TheCyclesport]

Personally, I do not think they will ever have a bumpy split. Brian Deegan seems like a really cool cat with his kids, and I think that will stand the test of time!

[@mr2981]

Brian Deegan and really cool cat do not belong in the same sentence. That guy is tweak town.

[@TheCyclesport]

@@mr2981 lol

[@EdSherry]

Deegs is on his way and will get there. Bro has the mind set and the crazy thing is he is way ahead of the greats. Haters will be haters but they are very silent lol

[@Bryan-jd7os]

The kid is a monster!

[@jesochoa]

Jt and all the doubters got schooled

[@ryanlorance6168]

💯 38

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@jesochoa JT doesnt like the kid does he? I mean i dont think he hates him but i kinda feel a little "friction" when he has to ask him a question or two.

[@demarccoguiden2066]

Well said

[@mountjarvis]

RC and JS work well together in the booth but RC on his own is a disaster

[@TheCyclesport]

Crazy that last video from the previous race you begged them to remove the tuff blocks from the rhythm sections. And now this. You were spot on. Good work Cooksey!

[@yukonjon5964]

100%

[@brentcarr8365]

Yup!!

[@chardison6026]

RC ran the vented plate back in the day to keep the rads cool … but obviously it’ll have more benefit with the Yamaha with the air box up front

[@EdSherry]

And get over the dad. He has done a great job with his son No one is perfect. He makes his own money and wants to set his son up. Just wait till they start there own team

[@Bryan-jd7os]

Yeah, Cooksey should stop with the Brian Deegan disclaimer...let it go man.

[@Fastbeeezy]

He’s a hypocrite! Brian deegan is a panzie!

[@Bodie2020]

I think that he disliking Brian but being able to give credit where it due says enough. I am the same way. I can hate the ground a person walks on and want to rip them to pieces but still give them their flowers when they do things right.

[@ryanlorance6168]

💯

[@Jack-by2hg]

Deegan has said he has no idea when people talk about them starting a team. It’s fake news.

[@Bryan-jd7os]

I think Ricky does way better when Bubba is in the booth with him. We as Moto fans are witnessing a rare clash of greats and its only going to get better with Deegan moving up. I agree with weather or not Deegan should move up sooner than later, i think so, it just seems like the kid is ready, but either way i feel like the Deegan family will make the right decision.

[@marmaleg5309]

I agree. Ricky, even with all his flaws, id rather have him in there with Bubba than say, Jeff Emig.

[@lawrencepecue9753]

I definitely agree about Ricky doing better with James in the booth next to him. But I think Deegan needs to stay on the 250 at least another full season.

[@ryanlorance6168]

@@lawrencepecue9753💯

[@Homeboy174]

Just what we need In a professional sport, someone to hold Ricky's hand to make him sound good.

[@cknorris3644]

People who don't like RC in the booth are casuals who know nothing about him or the sport.

[@Dealete420]

Haiden was asked in the Press Conference... if he is going to move up to the 450's next year, Haiden said that he won't be going to a 450.. he said moving up to quickly could put him in a bad position and he wants that SX 250 title and he wants to defend out door Pro MX 250 title... Looks like he's staying rt where he's at for a while. I also would bet that Brian will be along side Haiden's racing career for a long long time! AND YES... THEY NEED TO GET RID OF THOSE F'n TUFF BLOCKS!!

[@carlclonts8313]

I am VERY tired of losing riders to tuff blocks in the rhythm sections

[@JetskisAndDirtbikes]

I've seen those same tuff blocks SAVE guys as well so idk

[@justinainsworth1567]

It’s a tough sport, it’s supposed to be that way. Keep making it easier and easier

[@jesochoa]

@@carlclonts8313 not the blocks dudes cracking and make mistakes, winners are not affected just another obstacle (everything is an obstacle when racing)

[@doglover136_]

@@JetskisAndDirtbikesyep, remember A2 last year when Eli crashed? That tough block saved him.

[@brianmerrill1227]

Agree the blocks should be on the very edge of the dirt and not 3 ft in.

[@jesochoa]

RJ fell apart after talking all that shiiiiii

[@OtisFlint]

Yeah that's a real clown move...28 year old talking smack to an 18 year old and then folding like a lawn chair. Ouch

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@jesochoa yeah, thats gotta sting! 😀

[@Troll4youu]

@@OtisFlintMan U deegan fans are the ultimate glazers

[@mentalmoto763]

The Deegs had the fastest race lap of the whole day, Moto One 1:13.98 ------------ No 450 rider was under 1:14! The Deegs is ready to go BIG!

[@nolansalas671]

On that track with as slippery as it was, the extra power of the 450’s is a disadvantage.

[@mentalmoto763]

@@nolansalas671 go down a couple teeth on rear sprocket, problem solved! I've ridden both 250 and 450, so has the Deegs. Only dudes that like to come up with reason why they cant, nit pick the little stuff! If it has wheels and handle bars and goes fast thats all that matters!

[@Torrn518]

tbf to the 450 guys the track conditions is way worse by the time moto 1 for 450 comes around. we've even seen this with jett and hunter running faster times then the 450 boys in 250 moto 1s doesnt mean they fstr

[@cknorris3644]

@@mentalmoto763 So you found the secret that all the top teams, riders and mechanics couldnt find huh? Do you people even read your own comments?? 🤣😂

[@mentalmoto763]

@cknorris3644 I was doubted last year when I said Jett was going to smoke Chase outdoors, they shut up real quick when he blew doors! Deegs is just getting started, his career path is already exceeding Jetts records.

[@toohardfortheradiopodcast]

I could see him staying on the 250 to try for a perfect season outdoors

[@CookseyMedia]

I would say it is likely!

[@OtisFlint]

He already said he's absolutely staying on the 250 for 2025 SX and MX. He's moving up in 26.

[@toohardfortheradiopodcast]

@@OtisFlint he also said he sprained his wrist. People say a lot of stuff, that doesn't mean it's true. They lied about the wrist injury, so we know they're willing to lie. And it's also possible that he smokes everyone in SX enough to change their mind. Or maybe they haven't finalized a deal yet. It's racing, anything can happen!

[@ibelieve96]

All they need to do is instead of tuff blocks use collapsible triangles that are hollow and fold under the weight of the bikes

[@JohnDavis-ji8tl]

Vented number plate...,lol! We had those in the early 80's.

[@davidwelch40]

Eli & his Dad are unsepreamble . Same with Braiin & Danger boy. They will ride or die for life !! That's what happens when you raise them right with true ❤❤❤ !! Both riders & parents are sooo,, blessed !!

[@dieselhrt5492]

In the pre-race interview Deegan was asked about moving to 450s next summer. He said no because there’s still a lot of money to be made in the 250 class. Not sure I believe he won’t consider moving up but it was a good answer.

[@airtek4809]

I don't think he will openly admit it until it is fixing to happen.

[@Fastbeeezy]

Sounds scared of competition to me

[@austinray7925]

I mean I want to see it. But Yamaha is not going to field 4 450s for outdoors. He’ll move up after Eli is gone

[@JTBluey633]

He will wait till he wins a 250 SX title and he’s said that multiple times. So I’m not sure why this is still a question being asked. This is how all top riders do it. Win 250SX, race 250MX win again, defend 250SX title, race 450MX. That’s always usually the route with top guys. So if he wins 250SX title next season, then he will be on a 450 for MX in the 2026 season. No sooner will he be on a 450.

[@yukonjon5964]

it's a no brainer... staying on the 250 means wins and money. pretty much guaranteed if healthy. that's a fun place to be. not even a fan, its just logic.

[@timcross6380]

No way Jett would and will smoke Deegan / why are they putting tuff block on top of landing watch the practice and determine where the landings are and remove the tuff blocks

[@mjeezey9871]

You're comparing JV to Varsity! Ridiculous question!

[@drock5298]

Dude masterpool is the sexton of the 250 class. He needs to figure out the crashes. I hope he gets some training for that.

[@JTBluey633]

Ty, RJ, Thrasher, and Smith all have magnets to the ground built into their helmets lol

[@yukonjon5964]

@@JTBluey633 and Forkner.

[@OtisFlint]

@@yukonjon5964 Lets not forget Crashadoo

[@nolansalas671]

If you watched the Reeds latest video, Chad tells Tate that riding on the back of the bike is for MXGP, if you want to race in America “SX and MX” then you need to ride on the front of the bike.

[@MathewVsSportsMediaandGames]

I wouldn't rule out Deegan winning all 6 motos of the playoffs after what we saw today. I also felt bad for R.J. Hampshire with 2 bad crashes in 2 weeks. Fully agreed on why the AMA does not take a hint and still puts tuffblocks on jumps. Good stuff as usual, Cooksey!

[@iillestrs2153]

I like rj, but I think he put the pressure on himself, also think dude should have moved up or moved on by now and that’s why he’s literally about to be forced out of the 250 class. He runs out of talent, even if that talent is better than 90% of humans

[@MathewVsSportsMediaandGames]

@@iillestrs2153 He probably did, but not from my perspective. R.J. did win the 250cc West title this year, so I think he's moving up in 2025, but as far as him moving up sooner, that's exactly why I think the AMA should go by points again and have guys point out after scoring 100 or 150 pts. or more in 3 seasons -- consecutive or non-consecutive.

[@iillestrs2153]

@@MathewVsSportsMediaandGames yeah, I believe he actually points out after this year is why

[@MathewVsSportsMediaandGames]

@@iillestrs2153 Well, actually, the rule is that Hampshire gets one year to defend his title as 250cc West champ and then he's out. So '25 is an optional final year in the 250cc class for Hampshire.

[@ibelieve96]

Rj can’t stay off the ground ever ! Anytime someone is giving him pressure he weeds himself

[@ryanlorance6168]

💯 been his MO his whole career.

[@Toyahsi2]

It's "A Chair Bee" Cooksey, not Acerbis. totally agree on that tuff block nonsense. First thing I thought of when I watched that today.

[@Finis08]

Had a great time at the Texas race yesterday. On top of the tough blocks on the landings, flagging was still a major issue. Especially around the over under jump. Several times a rider would go down on the backside of that jump and the flaggers wouldn’t do a thing or would be waving the flag on the backside of the jump. There was no communication between the two to get the flagger on the face of the jump to keep people from jumping or at least make them aware of a crash on the other side. They got extremely lucky several times that riders didn’t get landed on or hit by others jumping over.

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@@Finis08 they really have to address the flagger issue, its getting seriously ridiculous.

[@CookseyMedia]

It is unforgivable that safety is being overlooked! Yet they keep adding press conferences.

[@robbieanderson649]

Haiden was asked about 450 in the post race presser. He said he’s not going to 450 for at least another season.

[@user-se7tp2vh9l]

Yes sir you nailed it again Cooksey!!!! The Deegs is the greatest!!!

[@ScottAllenSparks]

Ask Eli Tomac at A2 2023 how he feels about soft tuff blocks down a rhythm lane. They helped him and saved him from a serious injury. They help and hurt riders. It’d be a bad idea to not have some sort of protection on the sides of the lanes.

[@CookseyMedia]

Seriously? They can still save guys, put them off the ledge. Dirt works can add a lowered ledge for them

[@ScottAllenSparks]

@@CookseyMedia I think the half tall blocks they use for the 64 ft triple faces would be a good idea 👍🏻

[@Upthebroncos310]

They also caused that crash when he jumped on it.

[@ChewieBabyTW]

FINALLY other riders fighting these Lawrence BROS. One still won but it was much closer! Maybe the competition can hang with the Down under bois! AMERICA! Cmon! FIGHT, American riders FIGHT!

[@CookseyMedia]

What a 450 race!

[@jamesadams2334]

Makes a difference when you race guys not injured.

[@bobetts2748]

I totally agree about those tough blocks

[@JetskisAndDirtbikes]

I've seen those tough blocks save guys too so idk

[@bobetts5430]

@@JetskisAndDirtbikes true it saved tomac last year but they've taken more guys out then how many guys they've protected

[@quantumallure5479]

Deegan had some crafty starts, another level of racing intelligence.

[@Moolahmann]

Total agreement on the tough blocks!! At least bring the straw bales back if you need useless blocks

[@JetskisAndDirtbikes]

That's a terrible idea... I've seen those tuff blocks save guys big time

[@dallasolsen4412]

Deegan doesnt have any real competition, i remember last year when Hunter was racing 250's Deegan didnt look so fast.

[@gibso9395]

LMAO!!!😂😂😂 Ok Cooksey keep telling that to yourself, we get it, you hate to see an Australian drilling a new hole on all your idols

[@jakahl1470]

It's going to be awesome to see Haiden and Jett dicing at the front for several years to come.

[@LetBrockBye]

What about Chase and Hunter?

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@@jakahl1470 cant wait!

[@codyshilling9780]

I don’t believe Hayden would or should go 450 until he gets a 250 supercross title which let’s be honest is the only title that matters. Which he has not managed to get yet.

[@LetBrockBye]

Why is a regional title “ the only one that matters”?

[@1Joe-dangerous]

He has to win a Supercross championship. Star Replied back to me when I asked about him racing 450's.

[@thunderbox91]

Would love see deegan to a year of mxgp while hes still young enough to ride the 250 class

[@2fasttjm972]

Cooksey. When I seen RJ hit those tough blocks, The first thing I thought about was you. Good call brother. And Yeah I agree we might see Deegan on a 450 Sooner than later. 2025 outdoor sounds about right to me.🇺🇲✊🏻🤘🏻✌🏻🍻

[@airtek4809]

The flaggers need to be aware and move those blocks back. That was one thing I did when I flagged. Having previous racers as flaggers would be great.

[@cash3015]

Will be sooner than that he will be doing 450 on West round for SX in 2025

[@2fasttjm972]

@@cash3015 Deegan wants to get himself a 250 SX Championship in 2025 First, then Move up to 450 MX Outdoors. But yeah, he'll move up one way or another in 2025.🇺🇲🤞🏻🤘🏻✌🏻

[@cash3015]

@@2fasttjm972 I meant there are long stretchs for off weeks, if the plan is 2025 MX it would make sense for him to test the 450 and gain experience on West weeks at end of season.

[@OtisFlint]

@@cash3015 450 West? Since when does that exist, lol. He's not touching a 450 until 2026 SX at the earliest.

[@flooded3456]

i've wondered why IQ type suspensions are tested. They would work great in SMX type scenarios. We use them in UTV and quickly adj suspension to firm or soft depending on terrain. A rider could easily switch for SX type rhythms and then go soft of MX terrain

[@asheden3779]

Side note about Deegan. I've always said think and I think it's true. Brian is a marketing genius. He has the edge when it comes to business and he's incredibly successful. I don't see the kids separating. They always had money and success and they are a tight family unit. Typically wealthy families are very tight knit and only hand out with other wealthy families. I wouldn't be surprised it Brian arranges his kids marriages.

[@stevencunningham4680]

Why are those Tuff Blocks on the track anyway ? The riders don't need markers to tell where the track is. That's just DANGEROUS and STUPID , the AMA should rule out those blocks where they aren't needed , riders are getting hurt for lack of common sense of the track designers.

[@christophervillarreal8565]

Dude you glaze Deegznuts so hard my god if you spent as much time doing anything else as much as you do glazing deegan’s nuts you’d be a master at whatever it was. Sheesh.

[@Brbrnskhgf5666]

Bro I can’t even watch anymore, he’s 100% just doing it for the views

[@twarrenjoel]

Unpopular opinion. At least the tuff blocks deflect people away from the concrete/ asphalt or barriers. Bring in more dirt to extend the dirt apron and then we can remove tuff blocks. No hate please.😅

[@holeshotinspectionllc2412]

Brawndo, "it's got electrolytes." 🤦‍♂️🏁🤙

[@LS_FAB]

With Deegan doing as well as he is. I would like to see him snag an east and west title before moving up to 450. To me that would be the greatest accomplishment to have every 250 title he can get here before moving up. Then making his way to a 450 titles, How many guys have done that? I'm sure only few have been able to get every championship available here nationally. Also, he's got a long career ahead of him, no need to rush to the 450 class when he can race there for 10+ years

[@ivtec4fun55]

Tuff block thing is a problem, the sponsor should be ashamed for allowing their name on such a dangerous device.

[@JetskisAndDirtbikes]

I've seen those tuff blocks save riders big time

[@ivtec4fun55]

@@JetskisAndDirtbikes and that's why they still have them. Not everyone can be right.

[@doglover136_]

@@ivtec4fun55💯

[@Dashriprock4]

The Deegans are bringing Formula 1 style preparation to the paddock. It just looks like they're operating at a whole different level. They're playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers

[@Upthebroncos310]

How so?

[@hahny88]

Hahah you’re smoking crack if you think Deegan can run with Tomac or the Lawrence’s

[@Bryan-jd7os]

@hahny88 well, at this point i think youre the one hitting the pipe sir. Deegan is an absolute monster and he is not afraid of the big boys. I dont think hes going to beat them in his first 450 race but give him a little time and hes gonna give them hell. No doubt

[@Brbrnskhgf5666]

@@Bryan-jd7oswell if he’s not beating them by the first race then he’s not even as good as Jett, Jett moved up and instantly destroyed them

[@davidsanchez9674]

Ya know,,,last year, a year ago Jett was the end to end all ends...Jett was going to be the NEXT BEST OF ALL TIME...And now it's Deegan who has raced 2 years as a Pro. And Now, Is he the best in SMX, BOTH CLASSES? Come on...Why doesn't everyone just let this Kid Ride and Race...He may be the next McGrath, Villapoto, Carmichael, Tomac, Dungey,,, and on and on and on...When he wins, the 2nd championship, the 3rd Championship then you can start with the Is He GOING TO BE THE GOAT? Most Everyone has already started to bail on JETT. But SX and MX History is full of 1 Championship Racers, 2 Championship Racers...

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

I dint believe HD can hop on a 450 and be competitive. I think he is absolutely riding the 250 as fast and hard as it can be ridden. I believe he's faster than the bike. But a 450 is a completely different animal. Right off the rip he'll have more power than he'll know what to do with. And that in and of itself is significant adjustment to have to make.

[@rickyism1576]

Honestly, that was the worst track all year. You can't hang your hat on anything that happened there.

[@DdDten]

Deegan is good I’d love to see him mix it up with the 450s problem is he doesn’t have any competition in the 250s but 450s, man a rough start and you have your work cut out. Look at last race with jet and tomac

[@williamstevens3191]

You guys have to stop with haiden going to 450s next year. He clearly stated on the post race show that he wants to get a 250sx title back it up and not until he has a couple 250 championship rapped up he is not moving up to 450s. It is getting annoying and the click bate is getting annoying with all you people saying he should move up to 450s. He is not moving up for at least a couple of years.

[@CharlesWinters-ie3jy]

Moving up is hard. Only a couple have done it successfully the next year. Jett and his brother, Hannah, RV and Dungey. Most take a year or two.

[@c2protect]

I pretty much can guess he physically works harder. Noone improves from week to week, but Deegan. And that's across the board. Yes we have the 450s all in the top 5 running the same. But, do you see them improving? Deegan is pushing himself more than anyone PERIOD.

[@CaptainSteve777]

Good talk. I always loved Travis and hated Brian. I expected to hate Hayden, but I can't. He's solid. Even his dad has improved over the years.

[@airtek4809]

Travis Pastrana is in a league of his own.

[@Milokitty-en5nb]

Deegan will absolutely have something for Jett. Definitely stop putting tough blocks on rhythm sections…. No brainer. Nate trasher might be on his way out, he isn’t anywhere near the front anymore. Was so stoked for Eli!! Not sure why you’re still reporting on mark savage’s adventures. No jump, no 24 hour record. The dude is out of shape.

[@alexcrossman1792]

can't hit the like button more..... GET RID OF THE TOUGH BLOCKS

[@justinainsworth1567]

If the blocks weren’t there all the riders would be finding new lines way on the outside of the jumps, they are there for a reason

[@longtimedirt6409]

RJ wanted some more Danger Zone and when he got in it he didn’t know what the Hell to do with it. He had to ride so far over his head he ate shit. He ran out of talent pretty quick. I guess rj’s going to be a career 250 guy.

[@CouchSlouch-]

Pretty crappy what happened to RJ, Joe did a heads up move though, avoiding him while he was laying on the track. Joe pretty much gave up any chance of catching Vialle when he slowed for RJ.

[@cadillacmoto]

How hard are we grasping at straws when we start asking if a vented number plate helped someone's performance? Maybe it is a good look and gave 1% mental edge. If anything it cooled the electronics behind it. I hope some day we can praise someone for doing a good thing (signing autographs in the pits) without saying it came from someone else's influence.

[@torranceparsons5216]

More air to radiator and on the Yamaha the air box is up front

[@venturini09]

Ok, devils advocate here but as a woods racer I have no real sympathy for moto guys who insist on hugging the edge of the track just avoid a few bumps or holes. If we ride the edge of the single track we get taken out by trees…..nobody but ourselves to blame there so stop riding over the edge and allow for sideways drift while jumping. The track is 20 feet wide….find a safer line or pay the price for that .0010 second savings.

[@motokid462]

cooksey, I agree those tough blocks shouldn't be in the rythem...however neither should those acrebies track markers we've already seen them get suck in a boot and if someone landed on one with their body it could possibly impale them...but there definitely needs to be a fix for this...Maybe tough blocks along the sides. but not going up and down the jumps on the ground a foot or 2 next to the jumps idk but we all agreed those are dangerous and in the most dangerous sections..even pulp agrees and constantly talks about it..they need to do something and do it now..

[@motokid462]

how about rubber track markers like the acerbies ones..not that hard plastic that they are but a rubber one so if they do land or fall on it it won't hurt them 🤔

[@candicemartin1888]

Talking like no bodys done what deegan has.....lol Jett has won every title there is on a 250...lol 250 class osnt that strong right now.

[@motofevermedia1]

I think there is almost no chance Deegan doesn't go 450 next season

[@RichardJames-l7w]

Let’s all say a prayer for RJ Hamshire. He has had really rough couple of years and I hope that he makes a full recovery and pray. my name is also RJ I Raced one time saddleback back in the day, and I took some spills on suicide Mountain also used to lay down some laps with the pros on the practice track but I’ll be turning 60 in a few days so now I just enjoy watching but it’s way interesting This year, especially and thank you Cooksey I really enjoy your commentary and usually agree however, I’m not a betting man I like your show because you are straightforward and tell it how it is. Thank you.

[@dropbear9526]

I stated at the beginning of the season that Hunter would be a top 3 rider. Copped heaps of rubbish over stating that. So, I just wanted to say, I told you so.

[@CKYmoto]

Why don't they just have the sponsor logo overlayed on the TV screen like how they have sponsors on overlayed on the start straight. They use the same technology that they use in the football games that shows the "1st & 10" on the field

[@justingardner3569]

I wouldn’t blame the tuff blocks for one or two riders lack of talent, especially guys with track records like RJ. 19 other guys out there had no problem staying inside them. Are they a good idea or totally necessary? Not at all, but I wouldn’t blame the sponsors for buying ad space that’s been there for as many years as they have been. That’s just stupidity and seems like fishing for a way to complain about the promoters at this point

[@Dashriprock4]

I don't know if he's better than Prado or hurlings outdoors but I can't wait to see him and Jett face off here

[@demarccoguiden2066]

Yes Deegan and jett are the best rite now. Nobody can compete. They both on beast mode

[@joeshmoe12301230]

Why are they racing during the day? That makes the tracks so much worse! Oh wait…running the lights is expensive 😡😡😡

[@trevorpenfold8947]

You said it. Tuff block or death block.

[@c2protect]

Look at Justin Cooper. Crying for months that he was not respected and 3rd in the truck. Then when ET3 CW2 get surgery, including Jett... He still can't improve speed or endurance. He has the bikes, technicians, the time the money the contract and the tracks the trainers to improve his condition... Does he? No. As a rookie (we all say) yes, Lawrence is a rookie too. But is he making excuses? Or getting beat by 20+seconds and worse the 2nd motos... BY Another Rookie that he USED TO BEAT. Where lies the excuse week after week? I don't feel he works over the week with what he's been given and takes his past for granted.

[@therawlifefamily]

Totally see they are a hazard. Supposed to be a safety feature but they are clearly a hazard.

[@MotoMemeMedia]

Tuffblocks and wooden steaks...and exposed concrete! If he went left off the track we would have had another Forkner!

[@yukonjon5964]

and don't forget concrete walls. sheesh!

[@nolansalas671]

If it wasn’t for that tuff block he would have gone off the track, he was going down regardless and the his wheels were drifting off to the right, the first tuff block turned him left.

[@TarRawls]

i ran a vented number plate on my Honda VF750F race bike back in the 80s because i had the chin radiator mounted up on the triple clamps.

[@CookseyMedia]

It might not benefit much, but damn they look cool!

[@TarRawls]

Yes, the tough blocks on the rhythm & whoops need to go. How about the riders that get hurt sue the promoters???

[@toddbraddy8658]

Anybody that knows motocross racing knows there is no prediction when the rider jumps up to the 450 ,I don't care who he is the only way to know is when he gets there, will he do good, maybe,he should, time will tell.

[@Carl-s3h]

What’s the rush to get Deegan on to a 450 there’s no rush let the kid move up when he’s good and ready

[@motoguy7281]

Hopefully Haiden follows Eli Tomacs lead and stays close with his family.

[@thunderbox91]

I was screaming at the TV about those fucking tuff blocks! Absolute pathetic Also can't believe they made rj stand up and walk off after such a bit hit to the head

[@willh1082]

Pulling off early on Friday is super smart. I've been saying for a while that these guys are over training in general

[@rufus324]

They need to make tuff blocks like a collapsible laundry basket, covered with a thin material for sponsor logos. Both sides are happy.

[@davidbiagi2932]

Man I felt so bad for rj. He’s lucky he wasnt 2 feet to his left or he would have also been landed on by vialle.. ( Cant member who was right behind him) that’s two weeks in a row he’s went off the side and hit a tuff block and had a bad crash. As for deegan, idk if he would win in the 450 right now but his lap times moto 1 were a second faster than any 450 guy. I know the track is a little rougher for the 450, but it wasn’t by much and a second difference is a lot, especially on a smaller bike. That triple triple just shows he just has skills to do things others can’t or just won’t try and does it with perfection lap after lap. Idk whether he should move up next year outdoors or not. I think if he wins sx title he might as well go ahead and go and give us a 4 generation battle beteeen him, Jett, chase, and Tomac. That would be sick

[@familyhenao8469]

MAX Verstappen is an example of a racer using all the fathers' struggles to be better.

[@SHOOTSHOW00]

Track markers instead of tuff blocks? You mean like water from the toilet on plants? What about the electrolytes?

[@veronicaclark6303]

Deegan might be a great rider, but he is an arrogant punk!! He got that from his dad too!! He doesn’t deserve to share a truck with Tomac!!

[@peacefulwarrior4078]

I believe that i recall Haiden saying that he wants a 250 SX CHAMPIONSHIP before moving upto the 450 class So more then likely if he takes that 2025 SX championship🤞 I'm pretty sure that we'll see him on a 450 for the 2025 450 MX OUTDOOR NATIONALS ...

[@TTTR1GGER]

As soon as I saw him wreck I said stupid tuff block I knew you would be passed I said to myself during practice someone is going down

[@orovalleyview8103]

Replace tough blocks with markers and move the tough blockers 15’ away from the whoops. You can still see the advertisement, but with less chance of accidents, hurting riders.

[@animecontent520]

Deegs is doing great. But saying he will move up right now and beat Jett, hunter, sexton, tomac is just delusional

[@Brbrnskhgf5666]

For real why wasn’t he saying this about Jett when he was on 250s

[@Gpx111]

I'm from the UK and just looked at tickets for the Sunday it's 145 dollars for entry Sunday and for weekend entry is 195 dollars

[@enacku]

The split already began Cooksey, Haiden started to post on his personal youtube account again and not on the families. He prob figures why is mamma bear stealing all his money lol

[@markmcmahen9442]

Can Hampshire sue Feld or whoever is responsible for the tough blocks?

[@brianmerrill1227]

I thought even before the crash the blooks should have been pushed back to the edge and not on the jumps. Heal up RJ.