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through. Not many knew how close it came to being a non-event. Fortunately, the Barstow area happened not to have any other events scheduled that day. That, and a lotof intense last-minute work by the CRC crew, turned this pivotal enduro into a uccess. After a too-slow first half, the balanceof loop one got riders' interest up iii a hurry, and generally kept it there to the finish. Mini-class point-leader SCOll jacobsen, at 0.3 points dropped, again won the first loop overall - his seventh win this year. Unless something happens in the last two events, J acobsen will carry the number one Mini plate for 1985. Second and third, only four and five seconds back respectfully, were Billy Huston, and John Lucas. Last man to "zero" the first loop was Aarron McGraw, at 16 seconds. Caroline Holstead jumped back in the saddle with the "B" Women's win, at 1.70, while Diane Bainbridge handled the "C" women class the same way, at 3.170. Loop two headed south between the freeway and Candy-Ass Hill. The rider's instruction sheet said, "watch for crossgrain the first 3.5 miles." A few non-readers, post entries, and others, didn't and became temporary landscape decorations. For the hungry ones, the 30mph special test hit at a nice early 6.3 miles, and lasted to the 10.8 mile reset. While several AA and A riders wished it had been 36mph, it was exciting. . Just past check eight, the ribbon got thin, then disappeared. Angry riders caught late at check nine had a lot to say about it. Course sabotage was found to be the reason, and the check was tossed. Randy Kemp scored a perfect zero for first overall, and first 250cc AA. Even more amazing, Randy was 0.0 before corrections I Only two seconds back came a tie: Bob Burtis and Kurt Butler, also both 25OccAAs. Old reliable Harry Keast rode to second 0/ AA SSR, at three seconds down. Robb Mesecher, Randy Pretzer, Mike Hastings, Randy Brown, Heath Hibbard, and Mark Wiechmann rounded out the top 10. Jim Bollingmo took first fourstroke AA, at .19. In all there were 33 zeros, concluding with Jeff McNeely at .57, who's Open B" win gets him transferred to A. First Open C Ken Baillie, at 1.69, likewise bumped himself to the Bs. . The Checkpoints M.C. 's incredible Dana Bell was again in a class by herself in the A Women division, winning by over two minutes. Newly KDX200 - mounted, the Barbenders' Kristi Hamner managed second, at 4.278 dropped. Several new riders enjoyed the Horse. Former magazine editor/road racer Tony Murphy snuck out of mountain obscurity, to take second 250cc B Senior. The UEA's Ed Mazenko won the 0/AA SSR class, at 1.1. Rumors, relating to 3lS years ago, that CRC is again considering closing the Enduro Division, are premature, and, in fact, false. Pinning CRe's President Jerry McNeal down, he stated: "We plan to run not only a full '85 season, but a mountain event at Frazier Park/Hungry Valley. Now in its 12th year of business, we are focusing heavily on the Enduro Division next year. Any and all rider comments are asked for, and all possible will be incorporated in the new season." Also, the August 12 "Gringo" non-event will go off November II, 1984 at Red Mountain. The "Weeny Roast and Beer" function starts at 8:00 p.m. the night before at the signup campfire. Hoenshell, Whitley collect NMA Nat'l crowns By Gary Willer TYLER, TX, OCT. 21 Oklahoma City Suzuki hOl hoe Clay Hoen hell collared the l25cc and 250cc Modified Expert compelilion alme econd annual running of Bob Holley's National MotosportsAssociation (NMA) Fall National at Swan MX Raceway. Weather conditions threatened all weekend and intermillent showers brought muddy condi tions to the otherwise superbly-prepared track. Hoenshell swapped 125cc Modified Expert wins with Fort Worth Team Green gun Carroll Richardson. Richardson rifled the first moto establishing himself as the odds-on favorite, KX-mounted Dennis Hawthorne held off hard-charging Hoenshell [or second place. Hoenshell holeshot moto two as the ballie in the pack developed between Billy Whitley, Hawthorne, Kit Vick and Wesley Wiggins, on a KX. Richardson had a poor start, and had the KX cranked to the limit trying to make up time. Hoenshell was buildinga head o[ steam,with Whitley and Hawthorne in pursuit. Meanwhile the VickiWigginslWendell immons crap ensued; and Richardson wason the move. Hoenshell (3-1) was a wireto-wire victor at the checkers. Whitley was second overall (4-2) ahead of Hawthorne (2-3) and Vick (7-4). In 250cc Modified Experts, Hoenshell again traded triumphs - this time with immons. Hoenshell headed thefirst moto mostof the way with Doug Fellers. Bo Simmons, and Hawthorne. Both Kindhartand Bo Stegall were soon sidelined with mechanical woes. Hoenshell headed home for first round gold leading Fellers, Hawthorne and Simmons to the score line. Simmons lit off the start line and was smokin' in round two; Hoenshell settled into second in front of Fellers, Kindhart and Hawthorne. Simmons' hopes for the big bucks would ride on Hoenshell finishing no better than fourth. Simmons got the win and second overall, scoring 4-1. Hoenshell (1-2) came across second for the overall win. Fellers finished 2-3, Kindhart 6-4, and Hawthorne (3-5). Whitley rose to the occasion in both the I25cc Stock Expert encounters carting off the crown with a perfect score. It was a Team Green sweep in the first round with Vick and Wiggins in the place and show spots. Cagiva-mounted Simmons was fourth, trailed by Suzuki-suited Johnny Easler and Brian Cooper (Hon).• RIeKY GRAHAM 1984 AMA/CAMEL PRO SERIES NA~IIlIAL CHAMPION ..... Congratulations on winning your second National Championship. Thanks for selecting Alpinestars Pro Boots from Hi-Point. .3709 W. Erie A ...... lorain. OH ....053 2&50 H MereantUe Dr., Rancho Cordova, CA 96.70 HONDA SUPPORT * TOTAL 1985 RACER PACKAGE * RACERS RECEIVE: • Massive Discount Prices Parts Discounts • Accessory Discounts • Factory Tech. Updates • Free -Jersey . • A Quality Service Dept. that Understands Racers THE ONLY PLACE TO BUY YOUR C.~ SIMI VALLEY HONDA 4346 E. Los Angeles Ave. Simi, CA 93063 (805) 526-4122 Results 83 CASH DASH: 1. Jason Langford (Kawl; 2. SIan· ley Chomer (Yem); 3. Jack Ricks (Kewl: 4. Wwvne Griggs (Kawl. 125 STK NOV: 1. Andy Embry (Kew); 2. John Foremes (Kewl; 3. Brinl Burkhem (Kawl; 4. Chod Cley (Han): 5. Bob Cley IKew): 6. Scott Brodnax (Kew). 125 MOD NOV: 1. Brinl Burkhem (Kew): 2. Chod Cley (Han): 2. Andy Embry (Kew); 3. Scott SChem· bacher (Kew); 4. Bob Cley (Kew); 5. Deniel Wellers (Honl. 250 STK: 1. Bert Fuller (Han); 2. Jey Jostrend (Kew): 3. John Lowrey (HanI; 4. Keith Mundie (Kew); 5. Trey Kinder (HanI. 125 STK INT: 1. Tommy Collier (Kew); 2. Robby Ven Winkle (Kew); 3. Lance Norick (Kew); 4. Deve Clerk(Kew): 5. T.J. Mooney (Kew); 6. Kevin Boultier. 125 MOD INT: 1. Tommy Collier (Kewl: 2. Robby Ven Winkle (Kew); 3. Todd Eschberger (Kaw); 4. T.J. Mooney (Kew): 5. Joson Langston (Yem); 6. Steve Hill (Kew). 250 MOD NOV: 1. Walker Alford (Han); 2. Lee Long (Kew); 3. Trey Kinder (Han). 250 MOD INT: 1. Oevid Beskin (HanI; 2. Jey Jos· trand (Kawl; 3. Tonv Lasater iKaw); 4. Bart Fuller (HanI; 5. Todd Eschberger (Kew). 125 STK EX: 1. Billy Whitley (Kawl: 2. Wendell Simmons (Ceg); 3. Wesley Wiggins (Kaw); 4. Kit Vick (Kawl: 5. Johnny Eesler (Suzl: 6. 8rian Cooper (Honl· 125 MOO EX: 1. Clay Hoenshell(Suz): 2. Dennis Hewthorne (Kawl: 3. Billy Whitley (Kaw): 4. Cerroll Richardson (Kaw); 5. Wesley Wiggins (Kaw). 250 MOO EX: 1. Cley Hoenshell(Suzl: 2. Wendell Simmons (Ceg); 3. Doug Fellers (Kew); 4. Dennis Hawthorne (Kewl; 5. John P. Kindhart (Yam). 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