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Rollercoaster Racing Tour SX Series Round 13: Shelby Supercross Lamberts are Lions BY BARBARA WILLIAMS SHELBY, NC, SEPT. 1 ay Lambert of Denver, North Carolina, galloped his J-Farmbacked Honda to double wins at round 13 of the Rollercoaster Racing Tour Supercross Series, hog-tying both the Over 25 C/D and Over 30 C/D divisions. Toward the other end of the racing spectrum, aocc D Beginner rider Boyd Lambert Jr. from Bryson City, North Carolina, rode the Dal-Kawa/Lambert Drywall-sponsored Kawasaki to his first win ever, nailing the victory in aocc D Division Two. The two Lamberts are not related, but they both ride pretty well. Rain had blessed the surrounding region during the week, with more forecast for early in the afternoon. As a result, the entry was a bit down. However, nearly 300 riders showed up anyhow at Cleveland County Fairgrounds for the supercross, knowing they'd find a fun time, courtesy of JMX Racing Promotions. And the biggest water problem was - there wasn't enough of it. "You're probably wondering why the track is so dry, considering all the rain you've had at your house," commented JMX promoter Joe Williams during the riders' meeting. "We got maybe three drops all week here. We'll take extra time to water well before the first qualifying heats tonight." The JMX water truck soaked the track with twice as much water as usual, and still the track was not muddy. In fact, it turned out just about perfect. Ray Lambert led every lap of both the Over 30 C/D qualifier and main event, seriously challenged only by Dwayne Hill of Flat Rock, North Carolina, in the main. Hill was kept busy staying away from Pauline, South Carolina's Jonathan Bolton (a championship road racer who supercrosses for fun) and Johnson Construction's Darrell Warwick of Maiden, North Carolina. For some reason, Warwick was aboard a borrowed Honda; otherwise, he would have been more of a threat on his own Suzuki. Lambert's story was the same in the Over 25 C/D contest: From holeshot to checkered flag, Ray led the charge. Hill was not entered in this class, so it fell to Warwick to keep Lambert honest. Warwick made a valiant effort to stay with Lambert but, as before, he was hampered by unfamiliarity with his mount. Jeremy R ••117.1= e!"7f'F' CR~VE T .._ ._ ~ ~ Y~-USSX·-1 1IWff7'E 'M§J3- i i i ... , ..~ 9£C1ALJl'ED 'AI seals are reserwd. Taet prices are IMiallIe It 5100.$60 IIll $10 sections. • Kids under twe!ie are tal pIi:e It Ihe $60 all $10 secIions. onIy.' I'll Passes allIiaIlIe Illt 1~ 13 &14 0liI1! Ihe MGIl Gm! 6lrden m Box Olfice Ilr l25. Now Available Through egele news Video Theater .952-2000 (#1599) 'Joey' 1952-2000 celebrates the extraordinary life of motorcycle racing legend Joey Dunlop. A story of dedication, determination, humility and humanity...it charts the rise from humble beginnings with the fabled Armory Armada to the dizzy heights of FI world titles, record-breaking exploits at the Isle of Man IT, and countless race wins which inspired fans to crown him their'King of the Roads'. Including tributes from Carl Fogarty and Barry Sheene, plus illuminating interviews with 'Yer Maun' himself during his illustrious career. 'Joey' provides a unique insight into one of the greatest road racers of all time. Proceeds from this video will benefit the Joey Dunlop Benevolent Fund. 105 minutes from White Star / Duke Vldeo. To Order Videos, Call 714/751-7433 - Charge to Order Videos On-Line at ~-:J ~ ~ This release $34.95. ~_cyciene'W's_co""""product/video_asp cue I e n e _ S Includ"" • ,hipping. OCTOBER 10, 2001 77