ANDREA DOVIZIOSO IS NOW IN SIDI BOOTS!

Dovizioso during his recent visit to Sidi Sport Headquarters in Maser (Treviso).

Andrea Dovizioso has officially joined the stables of Sidi champions. The Italian rider recently visited the Sidi headquarters in Maser (Treviso) Italy before taking off for the Malaysian circuit in Sepang, where he’ll face his first tests on his new official Yamaha supplied by Team Tech3. It was an occasion to meet the Sidi staff who’ll be following him closely on this new adventure, so Dovizioso could familiarize himself with the new Sidi Vortice boots he’ll be wearing for the 2012 World Championship series. 

Welcome to our big Sidi family! “As part of our vocation Sidi has always been close with our athletes,”  explains Rosella Signori. “After a fabulous period spent next to a motorcycle great like Loris Capirossi, now Sidi is proud to announce our partnership with another moto star, Andrea Dovizioso, one of the most outstanding riders of his generation. For Sidi, Andrea is an important testimonial not only for an Italian market, but also on an international stage. Technical skills, guts and a charming smile make Andrea one of the best known and admired faces in the world of motorcycling. With 51 years in the service of great champions, Sidi has decided to apply our know-how and passion to Andrea’s professionalism, with the aim of creating a winning duo that will be easily recognizable to fans. And as a bonus, Andrea will contribute to the process of product development that has always made up Sidi’s DNA.”  

WHIBLEY CLINCHES - OMA CHAMPIONSHIP

Paul Whibley gets it done early.

FMF/AmPro Yamaha’s Paul Whibley got his wish when he wrapped up his fourth consecutive Parts Unlimited Off-Road Motorcycle and ATV Nationals Championship two rounds early.

Round eight of the series - the Rekluse Moonshine Cross-Country National – held near Erie, Illinois, on September 18, saw Whibley jet to the early lead when he started out by snaring the $200 FMF Holeshot Award. But with a light rain turning the course slick and trickier than it had been during practice on Saturday, he opted to ride relatively cautiously.


American Honda/GEICO Powersports/JG Off-road’s Scott Watkins and Obermeyer Yamaha’s Jordan Ashburn took advantage of that, as well as an unscheduled stop by Whibley. But Whibley regained his lost ground and re-passed for the lead just past the halfway mark, motoring to a 37-second margin of victory over Ashburn. Ashburn’s runner-up clinched second in the championship.

Watkins would hold on for third over teammate Rory Mead with K’s Motorsports-backed Adam Bonneur rounding out the top five.

“Today was just [about] winning the race,” Whibley said. “I wasn’t even thinking about the championship.

There’s still two more races to go, and I would like to win both of those as well.”

Article & Photos by Mark Kariya



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SIDI with a 1, 2, 3 Finish Paul Whibley Race Report - John Penton GNCC, Ohio

SIDI with a 1, 2, 3 Finish Paul Whibley Race Report - John Penton GNCC, Ohio

RESULTS

1st: Paul Whibley (SIDI)

2nd: Kailub Russell (SIDI)

3rd: Josh Strang (SIDI)

Race Report: John Penton GNCC, Ohio
Rider: Paul Whibley
Team: AmPro Yamaha
Bike: Yamaha YZ450 F
Result: 1st

We were greeted with near perfect conditions at the Penton GNCC. A bonus at this event as in
the past it’s been either a dust bowl or a mud fest.

The Vortex Ignition and Works Connection hole shot device helped me pull a sweet start and I
led the first lap and set a comfortable pace as I learned the track. After scoring, Kailub Russell
passed me on the MX track and set off, trying to make a break for it. 

On the second lap we ran through the Penton section for the first time. This was a 3 or 4 mile section of tight second gear trail that was fresh for our race. Just before we emerged from this section and back onto what had been used by the morning race, Kailub ran wide on a rocky turn allowing me to
retake the lead. I handed Kailub the lead back when I missed the turn for a line through a mud
hole. This was how the race would unfold for us both as we swapped positions throughout the
entire race.

I held the lead going into the last lap and wanted to open a gap before we got back to the MX
track as I felt Kailub was going a little faster than me on that section. Last time through the
Penton section and a bunch of riders were stuck on a hill, blocking the track. I tried to get
around them but got hung up in some rocks and roots. 

Kailub got stuck right beside me. The guys who were blocking the track gave us a hand to get our bikes up and past them. Kailub got his up first and was gone. I pushed hard and caught back up to him and retook the lead. I kept the heat on only to have Kailub catch and pass me again only a couple miles from the finish. I charged as hard as I could and was right on his tail as we came out onto the MX track. I closed in on the last couple of corners and managed to double past him and hold the inside line leading into the finishing chicane to take the win.

Congrats to Kailub for his great effort. I think his maiden win is coming very soon.

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Thanks to Shan Moore for the pic

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More Sidi Off Road Rider's Re-Sign for 2011 and Beyond!

More Sidi Off Road Rider's Re-Sign for 2011 and Beyond!

Motonation is glad to announce that more of America’s top off road riders have renewed their relationship with Sidi boots for 2011!!!

Multi time OMA Champion Jimmy Jarrett is back on his new Honda ride.

WORCS and EX champion and all around moto fiend, Ricky Dietrich will continue to be in Sidi boots on his new Yamaha ride in many off road disciplines.

Scott Watkins is also back for his second year in Sidi boots, welcome back Scott!

Motonation exclusively represents Sidi in the USA. See the complete line at www.motonation.com

For additional information please contact: Motonation www.Motonation.com or 619-401-4100

Bobby Bonds joins the Sidi boot family!

Bobby Bonds joins the Sidi Boot Family!

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Bobby Bonds, Former 2001 SX/MX AMA "Rookie of the Year" and 2008 WORCS Champion has seen the light and will be sporting Sidi’s fabulous Crossfire boot in 2011 and beyond!

For 2011 Bobby will be riding on the ZipTy Racing/Factory Husqvarna's race team for the entire WORCS series, Las Vegas Endurocross', World 2-stroke Nationals & select AMA Outdoor National events on the new 2011 Husqvarna Off-road TC449.

"I've always thought SIDI produced a great boot. Now that I have the opportunity to wear them and join the family, I couldn't be happier. I'm really looking forward to representing Sidi in 2011 and beyond, along with establishing a relationship for years to come." Bobby Bonds

For additional info please contact: Motonation www.motonation.com or 619-401-4100

Link to Racer X article on Booby Bonds and SIDI: LINK

Nathan Woods re-signs with Sidi boots!

Nathan Woods re-signs with SIDI boots!

Motonation is proud to announce that one of America’s top off road riders: Nathan Woods, has extended his relationship with Sidi boots through the 2011 season. Nathan and his new KTM ride have to be one of the favorites to win a few of the 2011 WORCS events in his Sidi Crossfire boots!

Motonation exclusively represents Sidi in the USA. See the complete line at www.motonation.com

Two time GNCC XC2 Champion, Kailub Russell in Sidi thru 2011!

Two time GNCC XC2 Champion, Kailub Russell in SIDI thru 2011!

2009 and 2010 GNCC XC2 Champion (and Sidi rider) Kailub Russell has renewed his commitment to Sidi boots thru the end of the 2011 season.

Russell Bobbitt renews his Sidi boot commitment!

3x AMA National Enduro champion, Russell Bobbitt renews his Sidi boot commitment!

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Three time AMA National Enduro Champion and past ISDE Vase team winner (and Sidi rider) Russell Bobbitt has renewed his commitment to Sidi boots thru the end of the 2011 season!!!!

Josh Strang and Paul Whibley renew their agreements with Sidi boots!!!

Josh Strang and Paul Whibley renew their agreements with Sidi boots!!!

Suzuki factory rider and 2010 GNCC XC1 Champion Josh Strang as well as Factory Yamaha rider 2010 OMA Champion Paul Whibley have renewed their agreements with Motonation and will continue to compete in off road events across the country in their Sidi Crossfire boots thru 2012! Stay tuned, certainly more championships are to follow!!!!!

For more information log onto www.motonation.com

Suzuki factory rider and 2010 GNCC XC1 Champion Josh Strang

Factory Yamaha rider 2010 OMA Champion Paul Whibley

TEAM RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING re-signs with SIDI BOOTS FOR 2011

TEAM RED BULL KTM FACTORY RACING re-signs with SIDI BOOTS FOR 2011 - The MX1 World Champion visits Sidi Sport headquarters

Victory after victory, world title after world title, the winning relationship between Antonio Cairoli and Sidi continues to grow and strengthen. In 2011, as he battles it out in the mud and dirt on circuits all over the world, Tony will be counting on his Sidi Crossfire boots, the unbeatable, number-one boot for every type of terrain and weather.

Ours is a prestigious partnership, and after a string of extraordinary accomplishments in 2010, the next season will again see Sidi next to Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing MX1, where both riders, World Champion Tony Cairoli and his team mate Max Nagl, can depend on their Sidi Crossfire boots. These riders will have the task of taking their Sidi boots from mud to glory on the highest step on the podium, as they vie for a new World Championship title.

On Wednesday, October 27, Sidi Sport had the great pleasure of hosting Tony Cairoli at their general headquarters in Maser (TV) Italy, where Crossfire boots are produced and molded to the feet of champions. Our cutting edge solutions, materials and technology pass from the feet of our champions to final consumers who choose the Sidi products guarantee.

With Tony Cairoli Sidi continues its winning tradition in motocross. Next year will see the strongest Sicilian pilot of all time working to stay on the unstoppable wave of championship titles being built by Stefan Everts, the Sidi motocross legend who holds 10 career world titles.

Cairoli's visit to the Sidi Sport headquarters:

SIDI Congratulates KURT CASELLI - CHAMPION-

SIDI would like to congratulate Kurt Caselli on his win of the WORCS Championship.