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Tune in to MTV’s Nitro Circus on Sunday for episode 8, Hollywood Nitro, where Travis Pastrana and the crew have some rodeo fun, play with fire and even meet up with Gary Coleman.

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Jeremy Lusk’s gear, pics, trophy’s and bike will be on exhibit at the San Diego Hall of Champions museum from Wednesday, March 18 - Wednesday, April 15, 2009.

The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on March 18 at 3pm. Please try to make it out there!

SDHOC - Balboa Park2131 Pan American PlazaSan Diego, CA 92101

About the San Diego Hall of Champions:The San Diego Hall of Champions is the nation’s largest multi-sport museum, representing artifacts and memorabilia’s from more than 42 sports, which tells uplifting stories of nationally known athletes and teams with a San Diego connection.

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WATCH NITRO CIRCUS THIS SUNDAY, MARCH15th AT 10 PM PT/9 PM CT ON MTV

Tune in to MTV’s Nitro Circus on Sunday for episode 6, The Circus Heads West, when Johnny Knoxville, Chris Pontius and Rob Dyrdek join in on the craziness of the Nitro Circus crew. 

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Tune in to MTV’s Nitro Circus on Sunday for episode 6, The Circus Heads West, when Johnny Knoxville, Chris Pontius and Rob Dyrdek join in on the craziness of the Nitro Circus crew. 

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The 2009 season will kick off with a BMX "only" event in June, a Skateboard "only" event in July, and then finishing the season with three "multi-sport" events. We are kicking off the season with two new cities and wrapping up the Dew Tour with Portland, Salt Lake City and Orlando.

The complete 2009 Dew Tour schedule is as follows:

Stop #1 – BMX OnlyDate: June 25-27, 2009City: Chicago, IL- Grant ParkDisciplines: BMX Vert, Dirt, and Park

Stop #2 – Skateboard OnlyDate: July 23-25, 2009City: Boston, MA- TD Banknorth GardenDisciplines: Skateboard Vert and ParkNotes: This event will also serve as the first ever ISF (International Skateboarding Federation) World Championship of Skateboarding in the U.S.

Stop #3 – Multi SportDate: August 12-16, 2009City: Portland, OR- Rose QuarterDisciplines: BMX Vert, Dirt, and ParkSkateboard Vert and ParkFMX

Stop #4 – Multi SportDate: September 16-20, 2009City: Salt Lake City, UT- EnergySolutionsArenaDisciplines: BMX Vert, Dirt, and ParkSkateboard Vert and ParkFMX

Stop #5 – Multi SportDate: October 14-18, 2009City: Orlando, FL- Amway ArenaDisciplines: BMX Vert, Dirt, and ParkSkateboard Vert and ParkFMX

JOSH HANSEN LEAVES ROCKSTAR ENERGY / HART AND HUNTINGTON RACE TEAM FOR REMAINING 2009 SEASON

Matt Boni Becomes New Addition to Rockstar Energy / Hart and Huntington Race Team

Carlsbad, CA – Monday, March 2, 2009 – After long consideration Josh Hansen recently decided to leave the Rockstar Energy / Hart and Huntington Race Team for the remaining 2009 Supercross season. Hansen made the personal decision to refocus for the 2010 race season after suffering the recent losses of friends Jeremy Lusk and H&H Racing teammate Anthony Hart both due to unfortunate motorcycle accidents.

“We fully support Josh’s decision to withdraw from the 2009 season. It was a personal decision and we wish him all of the luck in the world,” says Hart and Huntington Race Team owner Carey Hart.

With Hansen’s recent departure the Rockstar Energy / Hart and Huntington Race Team added 21-year-old Matt Boni to their roster. The Geneva, Florida resident is currently racing in the 450 class after coming up through the lites rankings where he had three podium finishes last season.

“We are really excited to be working with Matt, and having him on the Rockstar Energy / Hart and Huntington Race Team. We have super high expectations for him and we are looking forward to the future,” said Team Manager Kenny Watson.

Rockstar Energy / Hart and Huntington Race Team would like the following for their continued support through the 2009 season: Rockstar Energy drink, Hart and Huntington, Honda, Carter Powersports, Kal-Gard, Leo Vince, ID Systems, Independent Suspension, Pac-sun, Smith, ONE Industries, MAC Tools, Tag Metals, QTM, Cycra, SDG, K&N, Harts Wasted Space, DVS, Skull Candy, VP Fuels, All Sport Dynamics, Alpinestars, Vortex, Dunlop, Works Connection

It was a busy weekend for the IFMA boys - here are the weekend results and updates courtesy of the IFMA.

NEW JERSEY 

East Rutherford knows how to party and the boys of the IFMA FMX troop really appreciated the awesome welcome they received. It really wasn’t much of a surprise since we travel with a New Jersey native in the form of Derek Burlew and since we expected everyone to be as cool as him we felt right at home. Saturday night started out quickly as Brian Foster revved up the crowd with a series of combinations to post an 88.9. The crowd was tuned in and got behind Nicky “Six Guns” Dunne who executed a picture perfect cliff hanger during his run for a total of 89.2. The third rider in the first stanza was Jimmy McGuire and although he put together a very nice run it wasn’t enough to get him into the finals as he only managed an 88.2. The final rider out in the first half was home town boy Derek Burlew and he took some extra time to get the crowd on its feet and they responded with a rousing ovation. DB told me he was feeling some nerves before his run, but you would never have known it from the way he rode. He launched into the upper atmosphere on his double grab Hart attack and took forever to get back in the saddle. It looked like he had done enough to get to the finals with his score of 91.7. The boys from Hell on Wheels strutted their stuff next and the crowd was definitely feeling them. They always put on a great show but tonight they were particularly entertaining being so close to home and in the step up competition they went all the way past the 13 foot mark. Of course the front flips lit the place up and the guys left exhausted. During the second session of qualifying, Matt Buyten kicked things off with a solid stripper, but had a sketch on the landing of his back flip no footer and slid into the bleachers. “Buy Ten” was okay but he would not advance to the finals. Kenny Bell fired his machine to a huge roar from the crowd and didn’t waste any time getting inverted, making the most of his run to post a 92.1 and advance to the finals. Dustin Miller finished off qualifying with a run that was as smooth as glass. He was flat out liquid on the bike, using all four sides and putting himself easily into the finals with a 92.0. Our trials rider, Keith Wineland, rolled out next and proceeded to wow the crowd with his extraordinary balance and stamina. Working all the obstacles and having a little fun with the boys from the Hell on Wheels BMX crew as his assistances. Moto Challenge was next with all 7 bikes on the floor ready to compete. After a couple of rounds we narrowed the field to 3 riders. Nick “Six Guns” Dunne, Derek Burlew and Dustin Miller. Miller and Burlew pushed Dunne out with their next trick and that left just the hometown hero “DB” and “Millertime”. With Dunne out of the picture Burlew stole a page from his book and broke out the Captain Morgan to take the whole enchilada. With all the preliminaries in the books it was time to find out who was going to take home the Motorcycle Mall FMX crown at the IZOD Center in East Rutherford. Brian Foster stepped to the plate first and wasted no time getting vertical. His Kiss of Death seemed to hang in the air poster style and you can bet you will see a picture of that on the FMXonline.com website. He set the tone with a 91.3 and made himself comfortable in the Motorcyclemall.com Hot Seat. Nick Dunne did his level best to take the perch from Foster but could only muster an 89.0, so it was up to Mr. Jersey, Derek Burlew to make good. And make good he did! DB came out firing, dropping a perfect base jump and rocketing to the top of the leader board with a 93.3, much to the delight of the crowd. Dustin Miller found his way to the floor next and was going well until him missed on a rock solid and had to settle for an 89.1. The final guy vying for the Motorcylclemall.com Hot Seat was the crowd pleaser Kenny “Taco” Bell. Kenny had things wired, knocking down a flawless back flip and a solid seat grab indy, however, he slid out right at the end of his run and went down. It was all over at that point and the local kid got a huge water bath on the stage and couldn’t stop smiling, knowing he had captured his first IFMA FMX victory. Congratulations to Derek Burlew on a well deserved win. It was an extraordinary night in East Rutherford, NJ. The folks in attendance really made the whole crew feel great. It was also nice meeting all the friends and family that came out to see Derek Burlew. We always have a fun heading to one of the riders’ hometowns. We are taking a week off before heading to the land of a thousand cheeses. Green Bay look out we are on our way! Get your tickets at FMXonline.com or ticketmaster.com. 

FINALS RESULTS:

1. Derek Burlew 93.3

2. Brian Foster 91.3

3. Kenny Bell 90.2

4. Dustin Miller 89.1

5. Nick Dunne 89.0

RALEIGH, NC

Well the weather outside was cold and damp but the fans were red hot tonight, and the riders showed their appreciation by ripping out the biggest show I have seen this year! The Wendy’s IMFA Freestyle Motocross presented by Ogio.com started off with new rider to the tour, Mike Vater putting in a pro looking run. He went down late but got up okay. John Distler and Hal Strauss had some impressive and smooth runs that were some of their best this year too. Another newcomer to the tour was Tony Fontana. He had a pretty solid run and did even better in Moto Elimination nailing all his backflips. Speaking of Moto Elimination, Our two top qualifiers , the Villegas brothers battled hard with Hal Strauss with Javier Villegas pulling the win their. The Hell on Wheels BMX Stunt team was lead by Scotty Cramer who was pulling triple whip flips for the fans while Big Daddy nailed his first front flip in a show! The Wendy’s FMX Final was loaded up with some familiar faces and two guys who are making a comeback. First up was Mr. Nasty Slade Waltman who is still building his riding fitness after a ten month layoff. He pulled a huge Kiss of Death to get into the Wendy’s Hot Seat first. Jason “Chi-Town Hustler” Rowe had the coolest hair of all and had to end his run early due to a mechanical issue so he would not make it past Slade. Next up was the younger of the Villegas brothers, Gabriel who started his run with a no handed flip but a few minor glitches put him just barely past Slade Waltman and leaving himself very vulnerable to his brother Javier by scoring only a 90. Javier pulled no punches though and brought every flip he could think of (four total) and a much extended Superman Flip to bring it home with an even 93 points! The crowd was crazy and shoed their support with a really nice autograph line. Usually a really long line is not a lot of fun after two hours for rider or fan, but in Raleigh they were on top of it and kept the party going- Thanks Raleigh for a very memorable night!

WASHINGTON D.C.

The Verizon Center in Washington DC was the place to be on Saturday night as the gladiators of FMX took center stage from the Wizards and Capitols, two of DC’s illustrious sports franchises. The place was filled with the FMX faithful and they would also be treated to a moto-trials demonstration from one of the best in the business, Geoff Aaron. The 5050 BMX Team was also on hand to showcase their skills on their unique half-pipe. The night began with a pre-event Ogio pit party where the fans could meet the stars of the show and collect autographs. On to the show, the top four qualifiers tonight were as follows…Rich Kearns, Greg Hartman, Derek Cook, and Justin Stoltzfus, all of which have IFMA wins this season! The scene was set for a showdown in the nations capitol…Stoltzfus was first out of the tunnel and performed brilliantly to GNR, however, the judges gave him a 91 even and put him on the Hotseat with the bullseye on his back! Next up it was DC in DC putting on an aerial circus and knocked Stoltzfus off the stage! Greg Hartman, sponsored by Monster Energy, he had his best run of the season, capping it off with a super-flip-indy and netted him a 92.3 and was not to be denied his fourth IFMA win of the season, leaving Rich Kearns to deal with second! Next up, Greenville SC, and y’all re invited!! 

1. Greg Hartman 92.3

2. Rich Kearns 92.1

3. Derek Cook 91.2

4. Justin Stoltzfus 91.0

5. Shawn Connors 90.0

6. Adam Cousino 89.9

7. Casey Higgins 89.5

Red Bull X Fighters is back for a 3rd season.  Here is the 2009 schedule:

March 27 - Mexico City, Mexico

May 30 - Calgary, Canada

June 27 - Dallas Fort Worth, TX (USA)

July 16-17 - Madrid, Spain

August 22 - London, England

For more info check out www.redbullxfighters.com

Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company Moves to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 

Carlsbad, CA– Wednesday, February 18th 2009 – FMX phenom and television star of “Inked”, Carey Hart, is relocating Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company (H&H Tattoo) to Las Vegas’ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino this spring.

H&H Tattoo located at the Palms Hotel and Casino since 2004, recently decided to relocate to the Hard Rock once their lease ended. With Carey’s new rock club Wasted Space also located at the Hard Rock, it made sense to join forces and broaden his relationship with the property. H&H Tattoo’s new location at the Hard Rock will be double the size of the previous shop and feature some of the best artists in the country, while also hosting some of the best guest tattoo artists. The tattoo artists at H&H Tattoo pride themselves on offering a great customer experience for both veteran’s of the tattoo community and first time clients, as well as building the brand on great tattoo artwork.  The new location will also feature an evolving computerized flash system, art displays by tattoo artists, and a larger retail area offering the latest Hart and Huntington designs and custom pieces.

Hart’s vision of both of his businesses, Wasted Space and H&H Tattoo under one roof will serve Hard Rock’s young, hip clientele and celebrities. Wasted Space, conceptualized by Hart, is a 5,000 square foot lavish rock club and concert venue that features high end rock culture and creates a one of a kind experience. It offers an intimate and exclusive backstage atmosphere while bringing some of the hottest up and coming bands to the infamous Las Vegas strip.

“The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino has always been, and continues to be, one of the coolest and most high profile casinos in Las Vegas so it was a natural fit. We are one of the most high profile tattoo shops in the country so we chose to be in the highest profile casino in the country,” says Hart on the recent move. Over the years, H&H has also expanded beyond the Las Vegas area to include shops in Honolulu, Hawaii and Orlando, Florida.

“Carey is a respected businessman with creative vision and good taste,” said Phil Shalala, Vice President of Marketing for Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. “The Hard Rock has always had a great relationship with him and we are happy to welcome H&H Tattoo.”

About Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company: Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company is the tattoo shop founded by freestyle motocross legend Carey Hart. The first Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company Shop opened in 2004 in the Palms Casino is Las Vegas, making it the first tattoo shop located in a casino.  The tattoo shop has since grown to include its own line of tattoo-inspired clothing. In addition to the Las Vegas shop, Hart and Huntington Tattoo Company is has shops open in Honolulu, Hawaii and Orlando, Florida. For more information, please visit www.hartandhuntingtontattoo.com.

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ON THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO

TUESDAY FEBRUARY, 17TH

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Jeremy Lusk's Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM today, February 16th, 2009 at Revival Christian Fellowship Church — 29220 Scott Road, Menifee, California, 92584.

All are welcome.

It is with an extremely heavy heart that FreestyleMX.com reports that rider, Jeremy Lusk has passed away in Costa Rica from injuries sustained over the weekend.  We ask that you keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.  He was a friend, a collegue and someone who will always be remembered in the sport of Freestyle Motocross.  RIP Jeremy.

Article taken from Outposts:

Jeremy Lusk dies from injuries suffered in freestyle motocross crash12:35 AM, February 10, 2009Freestyle motocross star Jeremy Lusk, 24, has died as a result of head injuries sustained in a weekend crash during a competition in Costa Rica, and it's with a heavy heart that Outposts shares this news.The Temecula rider passed away in his hospital bed late Monday night in San Jose, Costa Rica, while surrounded by his mother and father, Chuck and Gina Lusk; his wife Lauren, and mother- and father-in-law Lynne and Larry, along with fellow Metal Mulisha riders Brian Deegan, Ryan Hagy, Cameron Steele and Erik Apple.Please keep Lusk and his family in your thoughts and prayers. He did his best to live life to its fullest and entertain, and for that his many fans are deeply appreciative.An announcement on a memorial service is pending.--Pete ThomasPhoto of Jeremy Lusk courtesy of Metal Mulisha

FMX drops in Youngstown

FMX dropped in at the Chevrolet Arena on Friday night for another of the high-flying aerial circus, affectionately known this weekend as the IFMA FMX Tour.  1-800- Safe Auto was the presenting sponsor and the event was brought to you by Taco Bell and Toyota of Boardman and Warren.  The most decorated rider in Moto-Trials history, Geoff Aaron, of Bailey, Colorado was on hand to WOW the buckeye faithful was his expertise up, over, around and onto his Red Bull backed man made obstacle center.  The Hell on Wheels BMX stunt team was also there to show off there skills on their ramp and went big (12 ½ feet) with their new step up competition.  During the opening, local radio DJ, “Freddy” from “The Wolf” was on hand to present a FMX prize package to Amy, a local fan who won a call in contest.The top four from qualifying this weekend, were in this order Greg Hartman, Derek Cook, Shawn Connors, and Justin Stoltzfus, who was the winner in Pittsburgh last week.  Rich Kearns was absent from the main, due to an injury he had last weekend.  On to the Finals…Justin Stolzfus was first up, and he started well, however his third trick he came up short on his landing and crashed, however he was able to walk it out.  Next, everybody’s favorite “Redneck”, Shawn Connors stole the limelight and the Toyota Hot Seat from Stoltzfus, with a variety of fully-extended aerials.  It was DC’s turn (literally)!  Derek Cook, a veteran of the FMX Tour for many years and sponsored by Arai Helmets, Alpine Stars, and EBR Performance, came out firing!  He started with a new trick; kind of a variation of a whipped out, crack-nac, indy, and that was just the beginning.  He put together a twelve trick run without flipping or repeating, which impressed the judges!  Greg Hartman tried to flip his way into the Hot Seat, but was denied!  Congrats to Derek Cook on his first IFMA win!!!

1.  Derek Cook                        91.0

2.  Greg Hartman                      90.8

3.  Shawn Connors                   90.2

4.  Justin Stoltzfus                     50/DNF

5.  Rich Kearns                        86.9

6.  Casey Higgins                      85.0

7.  Adam Cousino                    76.0

8.  Joe Stevens                         73.0

Metal Mulisha star Jeremy Lusk was critically injured on Saturday in Costa Rica.  FreestyleMX.com and the entire FMX community is praying for his recovery.  Lusk got his start on our tour and we are deeply saddened to report this news.

Courtesy of MetalMulisha.com:

I’m sure most of you already heard about or saw the video of Jeremy Lusk’s disturbing crash last night at the X-Knights contest in Costa Rica. It’s hard to watch. Jeremy’s condition is critical and the latest we’ve heard is that he’s out of surgery and they’re waiting for the swelling to go down on his brain. Apple, Fluffer and Cameron Steele are on there way down there to help so we should have more info from them soon. In the meantime, stay up to date on Jeremy’s condition at the Pray for Jeremy Lusk Blog.

An emergency fund to help defer the costs of Jeremy Lusk’s medical care has already been established and is set up to take donations immediately. Through the quick-moving efforts of the Athlete Recovery Fund, those interested in making a donation may do so by visiting athleterecoveryfund.com and clicking on the “make a donation” button. All donations made through this website, starting TODAY, are earmarked directly for Jeremy Lusk’s care!

Financial arrangements are being put into place to pay for the Medi-Vac international air transportation that Jeremy will need once he is stable and can be transferred to a leading United States-based Head Trauma Center. It is likely that these funds will be needed within the next few days, therefore immediate donations are certainly appreciated.

Your support and comments are appreciated. Pray for Jeremy–right now that’s the best way any of us can really help.

CAREY HART STARS IN NEW 'INK, NOT MINK' ANTI-FUR ADFeb 4th, 2009

Motocross Phenom Teamed Up With peta2 for Live Unveiling at His Hard Rock Casino Nightclub

Las Vegas — Carey Hart has a heart of gold when it comes to animals, which makes him a perfect poster boy for peta2—the world's largest youth animal rights organization. The motocross superstar "exposes" the cruelty of the fur trade by showing off his amply tattooed body next to the tagline "Ink, Not Mink" in a brand-new peta2 ad. The ad reads, "Be Comfortable in Your Own Skin, and Let Animals Keep Theirs." "For some reason, in society, it's OK to skin a mink alive and wear it as your coat, but you wouldn't do that to your shepherd or your Lab running around your back yard. Why is it OK for one and not for the other?" says Hart. "Spend a half hour on the computer and peek around peta2.com. They show you up close and personal what happens."

Hart unveiled the ad in person on Tuesday at his club, Wasted Space, which is located inside the Las Vegas Hard Rock Casino. Photos are available upon request.

Hart and peta2 want young people to know that animals trapped for fur suffer excruciating pain before trappers kill them by stomping on their chests or breaking their necks. On fur farms, animals spend their entire lives in tiny, filthy cages before they are killed by poisoning or anal electrocution or their necks are broken. In China, which is now the world's leading fur exporter, raccoon dogs, foxes, and other animals—including millions of cats and dogs—are often skinned alive.

Hart, co-owner of Las Vegas–based Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company, first got involved with peta2 during his marriage to longtime peta2 pal Pink. Other notables appearing in peta2's "Ink, Not Mink" ad series include Steve-O, Dennis Rodman, Tommy Lee, and Miami Ink star Ami James.

Broadcast-quality footage of animals killed for fur is available. For more information, please visit peta2.com.