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(advertisement) 34th ANNUAL World Mini Grand Prix MAKE PLANS NOW TO RACE THE BIGGEST RACE IN MOTOCROSS THE 2005 TOP MOTOCROSS EVENT By Clyde Carlson The 34th Annual World Mini Grand Prix will be presented in Las Vegas, Nevada April 12th through April 17, 2005 on a all new track layout. There is no qualifying for this event. The track is located on the north end of Las Vegas and offers 100% viewing from the pits and convenient access to all the great entertainment centers and casinos the city has to offer. There are 38 different age and ability classifications presented for Pee Wees up through 125cc and 250 Pro classes. Automotive Finishes GIANT PRO PURSE In addition to the $20,000 plus contingencies that the factories are offering the pros, NMA awards a $5,000.00 purse to the pros covering all four classes available. The World Mini Grand Prix has always been the "showcase" for the up and coming pros beginning with Jeff Ward and up through McGrath, Windham, Carmichael, Pastrana, Stewart, Alessi and most of the other prominent riders on the national scene. FACTORY CONTINGENCIES Over $100,000 is being offered by the six major motorcycle factories for the various classes. World Championship trophies will be awarded in each of the amateur classes. In addition to all the factories, over 50 of the top aftermarket companies will be at the World Mini Grand Prix with displays, awarding products and supporting NMA's racing activities. CLASSES FOR ALL In addition to all the motorcycle classes, both stock and modified for all levels of ability, there are five pee wee classes, in addition to the 65cc and 85cc classes offered based on age groups. Gates will open at 8:00AM on Tuesday, April 12 allowing the sea of motorhomes, vans trucks and displays into the park. Post entries will be taken between 9:00AM and 4:00 PM Tuesday only for those who have not mailed in their entries. Practice for all classes will begin at 9:00 AM on Wednesday and run through conclusion. Racing will begin Thursday morning at 7:00 AM and will continue starting at 7:00 AM every day through Sunday with the championship motos scheduled for Sunday, followed by the awards presentation. The Friday and Saturday activities will conclude in time to allow everyone to enjoy the exciting Las Vegas night life. With the all new track facility and the outstanding contingencies, prizes and awards, this year's World Mini Grand Prix promises to be the premier event of 2005. No advance events or practice is scheduled for the all new track which will make it equal for all. FOR MORE INFORMATION & ENTRY FORMS CALL: (951) 657-6782 OR (949) 768-2810. (advertisement) -~ ~ C1t.4I't(b '11tO,.~,.,OIi. 'It'~11 lilt,,. • • TRACK 100'1(, VIEWABLE • MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS • GVERNIGtfT PAJU(JNG Ja THE IIX TRACK AU. NEW TRACK LAYOUT FOR THE EVENT TUES. APRIL 12 GATES OPEN 8 a.m. POST ENTRIES 9 a.m .• 4 p.m. APRIL 13· PRACTICE 9 a.m. ALL CLASSES • APRIL 14-15-16-17 RACING 7 a.m. PER SCHEDULE • ~b(O $ ~IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII -= + !.!Ji!f SUZUKI. HONDA. CLASSES FOR ALL ~~ 11ii:i~~~iillI 1&)l§.·W #.ev:!L,~~_. Cfa~~~!~J.!I AGES & ABILITY LEVELS 50 PW Stl< through 6 1252-STROKEONLY~_.., 50 PW Mod through 6 OPEN NON PRO ~_ _ ,= 50 PW Stk7-8 125 Stk Beg. ~ 50 PW Mod 7-8 Super PW Mod 6·9 65Jr. Cycle Stk 6-8 65 Jr. Cycle Mod 6.-8 125 Mod Beg. 125 Stk Novice 125 Mod Novice 125 Stk Inter. 65 Jr. Cycle Stk 9-11 65 Jr. Cycle Mod 9·11 65 Jr. Cycle Open 85Stl\"" "!J=' ~"':t'JJU ""'J ...,. IliiD Ii·, ~ ~ 1 ~ .-w.--..- 01__ PA ,'r - $. , 'UR ~ ~ NWRSTJIl:R ~ -~ c(2f9 . . . _ ~ l"fild'I3i&.U MIMIllIIIA@"," . -m W .I~_ _ _"""1:" FMIs1MI ~ POMI/ rMSNE1lS ~ .I I1nIBGEsronE HOIIIDA ~ , ri -- s:t~

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