The aftermath of Phoenix

Well Phoenix came and passed without too much drama and results maybe a little more in line with pre-season expectations. The big news from this weekend has to be the fact that both defending champions were absent from the mains in the 250 class. Canard decided to try and ride through Michael Hall and in the process pulled a Mary Lou Retton into the backside of the berm and Jason Lawrence continued his streak of silly little mistakes that cost him his championship and possibly his career, while Dungey got right back on form.

You know every weekend I find myself pulling for Jason because I like the spunk he brings to the series and to watch Dungey react. I think the current "J-Law" image you see these days,  is probably more of him trying to be something that the public is making him, maybe a little Tyler Evans? So will Lawrence be the next "One Punch" wonder or will he win the rest of the races and take the outdoor title? Time will tell, as for Canard, well lets just hope he is OK and back in the mix soon.

As for the guys who actually rode in the race, well what can you say other than "de de de",  I mean common Weimer, really? Of course we could just blame the announcers for jinxing him as he entered the sand, but no that wouldn't be fair to the sand. Morais rode a smart race while Brayton continued his trend on being  close but no cigar. Pj Larson had a great ride and the same goes for Ben Evans, some guy from France and my old buddy Ping's team having more continued success.

As for the big boys, well what is there to say? James got out in front and never looked back, while Reed seemed to struggle with the middle section of the track, allowing Stewart the small precious seconds needed to stay out front after Reed's whoop charges. Reed continued to show that he is ready to run with Stewart, Grant continued to capitalize on good starts and the rest of the world is still wondering what is up with a few of the Honda guys. 

Also props to Josh Grant on his holeshots. He seems to have that that Donnie Hansen thing going and if he can do that consistently watch out!. Speaking of a Hansen, it was good to see Josh in the main, I wish he would have stuck to the TLD ride, but he didn't and now he can race for a rockstar instead of becoming one.

Last but not least we have Mr. Villopoto. I am one of those guys that said don't be surprised if you see him on the box at A1. Well I was wrong, but I am glad. It does seem that Ryan is doing the smart thing and surviving to tell us about it later. My guess is we will still see him on top of the box by the half way point.

As for the series itself so far, I think it is pretty good other than Ralph Shaheen and Erin Bates need to go. I also want to thank Speed TV for going to commercial with Reed 6 seconds back, then returning from commercial with him passing for the lead, bravo!

As for the rest of us web geeks out here I am sure the debates of RV vs. Grant, One Industries, Yamabog, and every other beat to death subject will continue on pointlessly. By the way, DMG I am still waiting to see your first turn pic.

Until next week, oh ya I almost forgot, Carbs 2 - EFI 0.