Perspective

Perspective

Well, things seem back to normal again. The first Moto GP test of the year is done, World Superbikes are testing and the MotoAmerica season will start before you know it. It got me thinking… Of all the riders in any given series, how many are truly capable of winning...
Exciting News for 2017

Exciting News for 2017

I hope everyone had an awesome holiday season – 2016 was a great year and 2017 looks like will be even better. 2016 saw two official STAR schools at Chuckwalla and both were fantastic. We are again planning two this year, with our first event in March followed...
The Year So Far

The Year So Far

It’s been an interesting year for me on all fronts. Having the opportunity to work for BEIN Sports and be part of the resurgence of racing in America has been very special for me and something I have taken great pride in. Seeing that we are gaining more interest from...
Its a New Year!

Its a New Year!

So what New Year’s goals have you set for yourself for 2016? An even better question, do you remember what goals you set for 2015? Were they accomplished? As a rider where do you want to be? How are you going to be different than last year? And what are you basing...
Basing Your Pace on Conditions

Basing Your Pace on Conditions

Winter Riding For the past 5 weeks I have been lucky enough to ride 5 different race tracks. The list is pretty good. Aragon, Laguna Seca, Spring Mountain, Chuckwalla and Buttonwillow. Everyday that I have ridden the weather has been perfect with abundant sunshine at...
STAR Motorcycle School and Laguna Seca

STAR Motorcycle School and Laguna Seca

So Many Learning Opportunities The first time I can remember being at Laguna Seca was 1976. I was six years old and was on my father’s shoulders after he just won the AMA Superbike National. I remember crossing the track, my dad with champagne bottle in hand, despite...
Watching Progression

Watching Progression

Building on STAR Motorcycle Training To be the best rider you have to constantly evolve with the times. Things can change so much year to year that you have to be able to take advantage of what technology gives you. The world of electronics has changed a lot of what...
Eyes Up

Eyes Up

If you have taken any motorcycle training at all, I am sure you have been told to keep your eyes up. Unfortunately, unlike at a 2 Day STAR Motorcycle School, many schools say it; very few spend quality time teaching you how to improve this skill. So, let’s talk about...
Stop living with your deficiencies!

Stop living with your deficiencies!

I have been doing a lot of traveling lately. Been going to some races and track days. I’ve run across so many riders and I often find myself wondering what each individual is thinking about with their riding. I wonder what they are working on? What are their goals?...
What is the “race line” or “fast line”?

What is the “race line” or “fast line”?

I have always looked at corners and wondered of the stories they tell. I’ve never just seen tarmac or pavement, there is so much more to it. Choosing a line in a corner is such a personal choice. There are a lot of things that can determine your fastest, safest and...
Hot Day Riding

Hot Day Riding

I live in Southern California and our weather is near perfect year round. What always makes me laugh is if it’s 65 or less it’s too cold to ride & over 85 it’s too hot. So spoiled. As the summer months approach I thought I’d give a few...

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