steve fracy

I had heard he moved and was on a bigger piece of property......I thinki it was an old Christmas tree farm, so there was tons of work to be done, fully engulfed in that!

Having beautiful scenic "burns" and being able to ride in them are two different things. I doubt that an event as highly publisized and famous as the SSDT would be able to run anywhere in North America in stream beads, without any kind of protests.

Its not too much different to me.....than what is happening now. Just more fluid.

Would like to hear opinions on what after market carbs anyone is using in their 200 Fantics? Steve

Hammy! Firstly, neither 0007 or I are from the US. I don't condone or support what Lance did. But, I am understanding enough to try and look at the situation and sport he was in at that time, and I CAN see how someone could feel like they had to blood dope and cheat, just to keep up to the competition! You don't know me at all, so making comments about my morals and hoping that I won't bring "that type of attitude" into trials is a bit absurd. None of us really know Lance Armstrong either(not even people who thought they did) so we can only comment of reports and what is speculated in the media. He is now gonna have to live with all of this the rest of his life, and in front of his kids! Why not just hope he CAN make right so many wrongs he has done to people. Have a great day!

Agreed!

What problems have you had???? WE have had Beta's for many years and no problems with anything...the 2013 Beta's are very nice as were the 2012 bikes. Steve

Great post here! As a former National competitor, and father of a current one, my feelings are similar! I have seen the rules change several times over the 40yrs I have been riding. I give the FIM credit, because like it or not, there is a problem in our sport internationally. Even though many of us are use to the current rules in North America, entries have dwindled over the years, there is no denying that. NO stop may NOT be the answer, but, its easy to critisize. They are trying to address the problem! As a rider though, it makes no sense to waste energy on moaning about how it isnt gonna work. As a rider and Pro athlete, you adapt, practise, invent new techniques to push the limits of the rules and take advantage of them. That is just a natural instinct of any athlete. We will ride stop allowed here this year, but I have no doubt that next year we will all be riding no stop! So after the very last event of this year, we will be practising No stop techniques. I really hope that anything can be done to get more people involved! Its only better for everyone! More people = more bikes sold= more money for the importers and manufacturers= more $$$ available for sponsorship = more riders going to events! Seems like a no brainer for me!

Glenn: I know the one your thinking of....its in real nice shape too! For the price I say go for it...that is a piece of history too as the last model made! (unless anyone actually saw a Costa model) steve

Ah, was waiting for this response right after I read that post!!! You been away too long now I guess mate! Oh yeah, where the heck are you???

Never had to re-jet any Evo we have had! Other than a tweak of the air screw now and then with temp change, they run perfect out of the box at sea level. The 2013 is the very first one we have had to change the needle setting.

Anyone else miss Lane and Ringo?

First actual practise time will be today! Try and get some photos!

Meticuously prepared! Thanks again Gary!

Glenn, sold the pristine 300 over a year ago.......sad to see it go, but it was time for something different. This one came from eastern US, but was originally in Oregon. Clutch is very nice and one finger pull! Just as light as a TY,or lighter. Pegs are modded and riding position is the best of any Fantic Ive had. Lots of zippy power. Revs the best of any Ive had too. Cant wait to trial it!

Here you go Glenn!

trying to load picture of my new 200 that just came home...not sure if this will work!

Thanks guys! Yes, Glenn, finally got it home and a brief ride in the driveway last night! Wow. powerful and light, and riding position (pegs done) perfect. Post a picture once I figure out how... Steve

How much oil goes in the trans for a 200 Fantic Minarelli engine??

Andy,can we start a whole new forum where Billy and Copey can speak their native tongue, and folks can try and see if they understand it??? I guess I am lucky, Billy speaks perfect english to my ear, yet, I can also understand Copey too! Lets quit wasting time on here and figure out how we can all meet in person.....Well, at least I mean Copey anyway. Had lots of great times with Billy over the years......

Jonny: Where in Canada are you from?? I started riding US Nationals in 83. There were usually at least 10 rounds back then. If you managed to finish the day or year in the top 10 in the Champ class (now called Pro), you were considered one of the elite. Heck, anyone who finished in the top 20 was a very good rider! The rules have changed several times since then, but with the sections getting more difficult as the bikes got better, we have seen a huge decline in the Pro class entry. There has been a problem for many years like Martin says.... he is a very knowledgable and a former importer, and sponsor of many of the top riders. As well he was a top rider himself for many years! It would seem that this trend is a worldwide one and now with the internet we can read for ourselves how its affecting other places too. There are many factors, and perhaps it will never be what it was...costs, etc. But, it obviously is a problem, that is directly affecting the people who are making the bikes and rely on the sales of those bikes to make a living. They would be the ones lobbying the FIM to come up with a solution. I do not know what the answer is at all. Maybe the FIM should commission a world wide committee to study this for a year or so. The committee should be filled with riders, current and non current who have a direct knowledge of the issues and some innovative solutions. As Ishy has said many times on TC, these constant rules changes dont really affect the local club riders at all. They will continue to use the same rules they have done for years and enjoyed.

I think for 80% of the people out there, the 250 is the sweetest best running bike you can buy or ride!

Kramit, great story, good on your son!! Some interesting comments for sure. I too have made trials my life for the better part of 30yrs now. I love it! The people, the challenge, and the competition. Its very rare to find alot of poeple who look at it the same way as I do. I am lucky too that my son has taken the same love of the sport, and in my opinion, is far better off for it! He is very dedicated and works really hard at it. Why, because he loves it too. Not fair to lump all the youth in that instant gratification, but I do understand how things have changed for them.....some for the better, some for the worse. I do know that kids today are bombarded with stimulation from all angles, so I can imagine in some ways its very tough for them! I think its similar around the world in that people come and go from trials for various reasons. Its rare for those die-hards like the ones on here, who do it all there lives!

Oilman, you should contact Mongoose Machine and Engineering in Vancouver. Top guys and good reputation.