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Welcome to 3 weeks ago. Schreiber was at the US world round and gave his opinion on the new rules and it was nothing like yours nothing.

all that can be done with forward motion. roll-back has always been a 5

You drank the Kool Aid didnt ya? The FIM letter was not "viscious". They confirm his right to to have his opinion, just do it professionally with no name calling. Sound familiar. Dear Mr Raga, Everyone is aware of the ongoing crisis that has been affecting the world of Trial over the past two decades. As far as the FIM is concerned, this crisis has reduced the number of participants and led to a 75% drop in production for the industry. There are many reasons for this: economic crisis, the prices of motorcycles, legislative restrictions in various countries and others besides. In these circumstances it is difficult to find solutions. In recent years we have invested a lot of effort in improving the quality of our events and in particular their image on television. From this year, we have also changed the rules after a somewhat arduous process of internal discussions. In this connection, I would like to inform you that we are aware that it was not possible to arrive at a decision that would satisfy everyone. However, we knew that we could not continue without taking any measures, as had been the case for a number of years, and just go on watching the decline of the discipline. Having said that, we were very unpleasantly surprised by a number of statements made by you at the end of the Indoor Trial of Chambéry, France, held on January 2013 and another at the press conference of the 1st day at the Japanese Grand Prix. We are not surprised by the fact that you are not pleased with the new regulations. You are free to hold that opinion. What we do consider serious however is that you made some false affirmations concerning the decision-making process and referred to members of the FIM such as Mr Michaud and Mr Willoughby in a disrespectful and offensive way. You even accused Mr Michaud of belonging to a “mafia”. My intention in this letter is to remind you of your duty as a professional sportsman to behave as such when you are in public, by which I mean showing respect for the fundamental principles of sporting ethics. In conclusion, I am asking you to apologise publicly before the next round of the 2013 FIM Trial World Championship to be held in Sequatchie, USA, on 25-26 May 2013 for the statements you made on the basis of incorrect information and above all for the way you referred to the above named people. We also ask you to send to the FIM a copy of the press release you will issue regarding this matter. Yours sincerely, Vito Ippolito. FIM President.

It's simple. Just call them Nazi, Fascist, Fourth Reich. I'm sure they will listen to you.

So you think calling people at the FIM, Nazis and Facists is humorous ?

The only American to compete against Michaud in "multiple World Rounds" on a Fantic was Dave Pyle. Once in 1984 and 0nce 1985. And you are not Dave Pyle. You are a LAIR http://www.hark.com/...l****-story-sir

When and where did you compete against Michaud?

From now on let's just call FUNTRIALS = STING32

its great to hear from somebody that was there. thanks for checking man.

are you bozos really trying to score this ride? shot from 50 meters away filmed through a sock ? you guys are comical.

Its only been one round so far Ladies. TTC looks like it has better natural terran than Motegi. The sections in Japan look man made. Lots of space between the rocks. Its may take a season to get good at this for everybody. TTC here we come!

Not trying to butt heads but what's the point of an Outdoor series with Indoor rules. Just seems redundant. There already is a professional promoter marketing a series with Indoor rules and riding techniques, its called X Trial. It's on TV and is run in stadiums in front of paying crowds----and only a handful of riders are good enough to ride the sections. Agreed X Trial needs to get into X Games to reach the masses.

Well said Lad.

Beautiful ride.

US Nationals should require these. I saw rider fall on his own bike and his hand go through the sprocket. none severed but many broken fingers.

Yup, that's the problem right there.. I've seen it alot. New riders get suckered in by stop n hop. Try to use it then get frustrated and fail. They are confused by what they need to learn. Basics first then advanced stuff. I've had to de-program several new riders. Show them the basics and the road to fun.

Oh right, that's why the stop fest that is American football is sooo much better to watch better than Rugby.

no swingarm on any brand will snap for "no reason". sketchy post

YES

Sorry pal. AHRMA Trials is dead. Long live ITSA!

Just another Conspiracy theory. TBou don't need no stinkin' special tires.

You could tell it was non-standard with just a " look" ?

Hi Mike, any chance you've found out how many were made? Cheers

Having to split cases ain't a "reliability quirk". Its a major PIA. Yeah now the new Raga can be repaired without splitting cases. 10 years later-- thanks alot. But its still the best selling bike. WHY?

Thanks Mike