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DOMINATES
his way in New York
lower, under both, and led the first lap.
The Bauman brothers and Henry Wiles (Bandit
Industries/DPC Racing, Indian FTR750) were giv-
ing chase. Lap three saw Briar take the lead and
slowly start to pull clear of any challengers. His
lead would grow to over four seconds by lap 23.
Carver's race turned lonely at this point, as
Bronson and Wiles fought over the last podium
spot. Defending AFT Twins Champion Jared
Mees (Indian Motorcycle/ Progressive Insurance,
Indian FTR750), Rob Pearson (RJ Performance/
Hite Trucking, Indian FTR750), Davis Fisher (Bob
Lanphere Beaverton Motorcycles/Dick Wall
60, Indian FTR750) and Bryan Smith (Crosley
Brands/Howerton Motorsports, Kawasaki Ninja
650) were all fighting over fifth.
Bauman was soon just fending off a phantom
rider, as he smoothly pulled clear. "I took a peek
back on lap 10 or 11. I didn't see anyone at all,"
said Briar. "I thought there has to be a guy to
