Kriega sponsoring the AMA KTM BMW Hammer Run in NJ

Matrix Motosports, llc and Kriega have agreed to assist with sponsorship of the Tri-County Sportsmen Motorcycle Club Hammer Run being held 11/6-7/2010 in New Jersey. An expected 400 riders will participate over the two day event. The full flyer is here

Additional information on the event and club can be found here.

We are always proud to be asked to be a part of these AMA KTM and BMW events. It joins riders at all levels and supports to local riding communities.

Two Wheel Freaks R30 Review

Two Wheel Freaks online magazine conducted a through review of the R30 rucksack. The full review can be seen by clicking here

A few comments from the review.....

"Turns out that not only will my 15” laptop fit inside but a 17” laptop will also fit inside. And by”also” I mean “at the same time” (this was tested and proven by yours truly). Or you could do what I do and put my camera backpack in there along with my 15” laptop and still fit a substantial amount of additional “stuff” into the outer two pockets. And this isn’t even their largest pack!"

"...if your main goal is to carry a ton of “stuff”, keep most of it dry, be comfortable and look good doing it, then the Kriega R30 might be your next pack"

BMW MOA RALLY

Kriega products were well received at the BMW MOA Rally in Redmond last week. The location was superb, and the riders very enthusiastic. Special thanks to Black Dog Cycle Works for hosting Kriega this rally. Also well wishes as Kurt and Martha Forget of Black Dog take off in August for their extended Alaska tour. Look forward to hearing how the Kriega products performed.

Team Kriega Finishes 2nd in Class 40 of SCORE International Baja 500

Team Kriega, made up of Henrik Andersen, Todd Corbitt, Collin Corrigan and Eric Rasmussen, finished the second race of the Tecate SCORE International Series in 2nd place. Team Kriega races in the Class 40 motorcycle group (riders over 40) and again had a great podium finish.

The official score was as follows:
CLASS 40 (Riders over 40 years old)-1. Louie Franco, Sherman Oaks, Calif./Ricky Johnson, Trabuco Canyon, Calif./Brett Helm, Poway, Calif./Jeff Kaplan, Thousand Oaks, Calif./Scott Myers, Menifee, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 10:10:25 (43.13mph); 2. Henrik Andersen, Capistrano Beach, Calif./Todd Corbitt, Irvine, Calif./Collin Corrigan, La Mesa, Calif./Eric Rasmussen, South Lake Tahoe, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 12:15:00; 3. Brian Campbell, Bakersfield, Calif./Ron Wilson, San Diego, Honda CRF450X, 12:20:35; 4. Mike Prunty, Temecula, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 12:47:08; 5. Terry Peregoodoff, Canada, Yamaha WR450F, 17:12:37; 6. Duane Dickinson, Canada, Yamaha WR450F, 17:14:58 (8 Starters, 6 Finishers)

Some great images form the race. More to come in images and video

AMA American Motorcyclist - Carry More Stuff

AMA American Motorcyclist Magazine, used the Kriega 35 and US5 attachment as an example of who to carry more stuff. It will appear in the next magazine release in June 2010. The R35 is one of Kriega's core products with a very large (35 liter) cargo area , as well as accessory pockets, and other convenience features.

Elements - A Great Free Ride Video from Steve Haughelstine

Steve Haughelstine has departed from the normal track of motorcycle related videos. He has ridden in, filmed, edited and produced a film ELEMENTS, that combines free riding video with wonderful vistas and well as spectacular riding. Solo or with friends, the riding and scenery. mixed with great audio, keeps you tuned in for more and more.

We liked it so much, we contacted Steve and said what's next? After some discussion we agreed to supply him with some equipment for his pending Elements 2 later this year. This type of film making shows the potential of free riding and commitment by Steve and others to keep public lands accessible to riding.

You can see more of Steve's work at his site FreeRideMX. You can alos purchase his video through MotoXCinema.

Cole Kirkpatrick - 6th Round National Enduros

Cole continues his quest for the National Enduro Championship. This past week in Missouri for the 6th Round. We contnue to wish him great success as the events progress.

Images of Cole with Kriega Hydro 3 and Waistpack R3