Daniel Perez |
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Roy Culbertson | Photo by Clint Kison
Area Directors & Club Info
AREA #1 - Out-of-State, Panhandle
Brandon St. John (912) 674-6127 ktmbrandon21@yahoo.com
AREA #2 - Hamilton, Suwannee, Columbia, Baker, Union, Bradford, Nassau, Duval, Clay, Putnam, St. Johns
James Benton (904) 589-0093 bentonracing116@yahoo. com
AREA #3 - Gilchrist, Alachua, Levy, Marion, Citrus, Sumter, Lake
Allen Pearce (352) 339-5644 Allen.Pearce17@gmail.com
AREA #4 - Flagler, Volusia
Mike McGuire (386) 871-0666 makmcguire@yahoo.com
AREA #5 - Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas
Dale Ellis (407) 467-1196 dellis117ktm@gmail.com
AREA #6 - Hillsborough, Polk
West Anderson (863) 604-1868 jetster220@gmail.com
AREA #7 - Seminola, Osceola, Orange
Will Busick (317) 507-6636 willb763@gmail.com
AREA #8 - Brevard, Indian River
John Happel (321) 759-1474 ftrforester@gmail.com
AREA #9 - Manatee, Sarasota, Hardee, DeSoto, Highlands
Brian Dugre (941) 893-7898 brian@mycentec.com
AREA #10 - Okeechobee, St. Lucie, Martin
George Pollard (772) 349-6534 ktmgeorge811b@gmail.com
AREA #11 - Charlotte, Lee, Glades, Hendry, Collier
Ken Redford (239) 297-7170 redford_kenny@yahoo.com
AREA #12 - Palm Beach
Austin McAfee (561) 337-0998 amcafee379@aol.com
AREA #13 - Borward, Dade, Monroe
Max Rash (954) 609-1812 maxr@rivaracing.com Apollo M/C
Apollo M/C
Mark Bordelon (321) 794-0993 markbord115@gmail.com
Big O Trail Riders
Tommy Clay (863) 532-1952 tommy_clay@yahoo.com
Big Scrub Trail Riders
Curtis Bell (386) 679-8201 curtbell@rocketmail.com
Central Florida Trail Riders AJ Stagg ajstagg@gmail.com (407) 929-2114
Columbia Enduro Riders
Ricky Dennis (803) 786-0051 mastercraft@bellsoth.net
Daytona Dirt Riders
Joe Carrasquillo (386) 615-0722 secretary4ddr@gmail.com
Family Riders, Inc.
Johnny Thomas (843) 553-1463 familyriderssc@bellsouth.net
Greenville Enduro Riders Chris Poole (864) 617-4342 info@greenvilleenduroriders. com
Nature Coast Trail Blazers
Rob Swann (813) 731-5552 naturecoasttrailriders@gmail. com
Old School Dirt Riders
Ben Kelly (941) 650-1473 ftr90racer@yahoo.com
Palm Beach Track & Trail
Randy Rash (954) 931-5709 motodadfla19@aol.com
Perry Mountain M/C
Brad Belcher (205) 340-4298 perrymountainmotorcycleclub@gmail.com
River City Dirt Riders
James Benton (904) 589-0093 bentonracing116@yahoo. com
Sarasota Area Dirt Riders
Randy Faul (863) 244-3709 randt817@gmail.com
Southeast Florida Trail Riders Frank Campbell (561) 951-3732 flawoods35@yahoo.com
Sumter Enduro Riders
Johnny McCoy (803) 481-5169 serma@ftc-i.net
Suncoast Trail Blazers
Mark Scalzi (352) 601-6917 suncoastbiz1@gmail.com
Sunrunners Dirt Riders
West Anderson (863) 604-1868 jetster220@gmail.com
Tallahassee Trail Riders
Mikey Rainey (350) 591-5386 trailriderstallahassee@gmail. com
Treasure Coast Trail Riders
Ken Harris (772) 370-4434 khei9862@gmail.com
RIDER REPS
AA/A ENDURO
Mark Mannschreck (813) 310-2067 hondamm61@aol.com
B/C ENDURO
Sam Boydstun (407) 467-3951 woodsracercfl@rr.com
SPECIALTY A/B ENDURO
Ronnie Hames (386) 547-2397 ronnie@hbdmotografx.com
SPECIALTY C/WOMEN ENDURO
Elesa Berard (407) 376-7115
AA/A HARE SCRAMBLE
Troy Gardner (561) 329-7866 troyracing41@gmail.com
B/C HARE SCRAMBLE VACANT
SPECIALTY A/B HARE SCRAMBLE
Paul Lucas (305) 244-7531 happytimesamuse@msn.com
SPECIALTY C/WOMEN HARE SCRAMBLE
Holly Langford (954) 504-2659 hollylangford10@gmail.com
SATURDAY CLASSES HARE SCRAMBLE
Derek Tremain (863) 634-8183 derektremain@gmail.com
QUADS
Pete Rose (941) 270-1189 pwrracingktm@gmail.com
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
Randy Faul (863) 244-3709 president@floridatrailriders.org
VICE PRESIDENT
Pete Rose (941) 270-1189 vicepresident@floridatrailriders.org
SECRETARY
Bill Toreki (352) 372-1135 secretary@floridatrailriders.org
TREASURER
Kayla Vawter (863) 381-2649 treasurer@foridatrailriders.org
HARE SCRAMBLE CHAIRMAN
Randy Rash (954) 931-5709 hschair@floridatrailriders.org
ENDURO CHAIRMAN
George Tolson (863) 698-3837 gjtolson63@gotmail.com
HARE SCRAMBLE REFEREE
Jeff Hazeltine 941-468-7204 hsref@floridatrailriders.org
ENDURO REFEREE
Peter Magee (352) 262-4974 cr250m@bellsouth.net
BUSINESS MANAGER
Darlene Riggs (352) 538-6291 businessmanager@floridatrailriders.org
PRES SEZ.
WORDS: RANDY FAUL X
Exciting Times Ahead
As we begin this extended schedule, let’s all work together to have a safe and enjoyable season while keeping ourselves in check.
I’ve received a lot of calls about electric bicycles and FTR’s stance on their use at our events. The Board of Directors recently voted and passed a rule stating that:
“Electric bicycles with a throttle are considered motor vehicles and may NOT be operated by unlicensed persons or anyone under the age of 16.”
This means you must be at least 16 years old and possess a valid driver’s license to operate a throttle-assist bicycle. Additionally, anyone riding after dark must have a working headlight.
FTR will be firm and consistent in enforcing this rule for everyone’s safety. Many other organizations have already banned throttle e-bikes altogether due to ongoing safety concerns, and we want to avoid taking that route. By implementing this rule, we’re being proactive and ensuring our events remain safe and family-friendly.
This update will also appear on the pit-riding rules distributed at the
gate, as FTR is providing these materials to all clubs to promote clear communication and consistency at each event.
As our organization continues to grow, we’ll be welcoming many new families and members who may not yet know all the ins and outs of how FTR operates. It’s our responsibility to help guide them and show them the right way to experience the FTR family.
I’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating — FTR is second to none. Our organization is recognized across the country, and other series are striving to match what we’ve built. I recently attended a dual-sport event in Kentucky, and when riders found out a group of us were from FTR, they couldn’t stop talking about how much they’d heard about our series — its size, organization, and the quality of our events. They said they wished their local races were run like ours. That’s something to be proud of.
I’m looking forward to getting our FTR family back together for another great season of competition, camaraderie, and fun.
See you at the races!
Thanks for listening, Randy Faul
CHAPLAIN’s CORNER
Hey FTR family!
WORDS: RODNEY BOYETTE X
Hare Scramble #1 of the 2025 season is in the books — and wow, it feels so good to be back with everyone! We sure have missed y’all!
This month, we want to talk about something that often holds us back from reaching our full potential — both in life and in our walk with God — and that’s fear and doubt. These two forces can quietly limit us more than we realize.
Let’s start with the root: fear. It often sneaks in as a small voice in the back of our minds whispering things like, “You’re going to fail,” or “You’ll never be a good rider.” For some of us as parents, that voice might sound like, “Your family depends on you, and you’re not enough.” These lies are painful and discouraging — and if left unchecked, they can take hold.
A natural byproduct of fear is doubt. Doubt eats away at our confidence and self-worth. It can be crippling — showing up not only on the track, but also in our relationships, in our homes, and in our walk with Jesus.
¡Hola, familia de FTR! ¡El primer Hare Scrambles del 2025 ya es parte de la historia! ¡Qué bueno estar de vuelta con todos! ¡Los extrañamos muchísimo! Este mes vamos a hablar de algo que nos ha impedido alcanzar nuestro máximo potencial y que también nos impide dar fruto espiritual... y eso es el miedo y la duda. Creo que esto es mucho más relativo y presente en nuestra vida diaria de lo que nos damos cuenta. Empecemos con el catalizador, el miedo. Intenta infiltrarse muchas veces como una voz silenciosa en el fondo de nuestra mente que dice: “Vas a fracasar o nunca serás un buen atleta”. ¿Y qué tal esa que muchos de nosotros, como padres, escuchamos: “Tu familia depende de ti y no eres suficiente”? Son palabras duras y dolorosas con las que luchamos.
Ahora bien, una consecuencia del
But here’s the good news: we have a way to silence fear and destroy doubt!
In Isaiah 41:10, God reminds us:
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
When God spoke these words to Israel, they were facing political instability and powerful enemies — not so different from the challenges and fears we face today. The question we all wrestle with is: Where do we go with our fears?
The answer is simple — we take them to God.
He offers us freedom from the paralysis of fear. How do we fight back? By surrendering everything at the foot of the cross and putting our faith fully in Jesus. And how do we do that? Through conversation with Him — through prayer.
So here’s your encouragement for this month:
miedo es la duda. Dudar de nosotros mismos debilita nuestra autoestima y puede ser completamente paralizante. Podemos ver los efectos de la inseguridad en la pista, en nuestras relaciones, en nuestros hogares e incluso en nuestro caminar con Jesús. ¡Pero tenemos una manera de silenciar la voz del miedo, destruyendo así el espíritu de duda! En Isaías 41:10, Dios dice: “No temas, porque yo estoy contigo; no desmayes, porque yo soy tu Dios. Te fortaleceré, te ayudaré, te sostendré con la diestra de mi justicia”. Dios le habla a Israel en tiempos de inestabilidad política y temor, enfrentando poderosos adversarios. Suena familiar para nuestros días. El verdadero problema aquí es que solemos luchar con el rumbo que tomamos con nuestros miedos. En pocas palabras, Dios quiere que vayamos a Él y con esto nos ofrece libertad de la
Fear and doubt are traps of the enemy meant to hold you back. You’ll never be a threat to darkness if you stay stuck in them. But when you push through fear and trust in Christ, you step into the freedom and strength He’s already given you.
Be encouraged, FTR family — fear has no hold on you!
We’ve been given victory and freedom over fear through Jesus Christ.
We love you all!
Come see us at the FUEL Tent on Vendor Row — we’ll have 9 Square, games, and awesome music Saturday night!
parálisis del miedo. ¿Cómo luchamos contra esto? ¡Entregamos todo a Dios al pie de la cruz y ponemos nuestra fe en Jesús! ¿Cómo lo hacemos? ¡Me alegra mucho que lo preguntes! Es tan sencillo como tener una conversación con Jesús, y a eso le llamamos oración.
Así que aquí les damos ánimo y un recordatorio. El miedo y la duda son una trampa del enemigo para mantenerlos a raya. Nunca serán una amenaza para el maligno si no superan ese miedo y esa duda. ¡Anímense y sepan que el miedo no los domina y que hemos recibido libertad sobre el miedo en Cristo Jesús!
Los queremos mucho y por favor, vengan a vernos en la línea de vendedores. ¡Busquen la carpa de COMBUSTIBLE! Además, tendremos juegos y buena música los sábados por la noche.
RIDER: WILLIAM RODGERS JR.
PHOTO: TYLER MILLER
From Water to Dirt: The Championship Journey of “Mad Dog” Dawn Wood
At 63 years old, most people are slowing down. Dawn “Mad Dog” Wood is speeding up…on a 450, no less.
Her latest title as the Quad Master Women’s Champion is just the most recent chapter in a wild racing journey that began nearly four decades ago. It all started in 1986 when Dawn jumped on a stand-up Jet Ski for the first time, she had no idea she was launching into a lifetime of adrenaline, grit, and championship racing. “I was just doing it for fun,” she laughs, reflecting on that first ride. But fun quickly turned into fierce competition and success. In 1987, just a year after her debut, she made history by winning the first-ever Novice Women’s World Cup at the Busch World Cup. That same year, she received a letter encouraging her to go pro. “I was shocked!” Dawn recalls. “I hadn’t even thought about going pro. But something clicked, and the next thing I knew, I was jumping in my truck and heading out on the national tour.”
number when she began.
From that moment on, Dawn lived and breathed Jet Ski racing. At a time when only five women lined up at the start, she pushed boundaries and helped grow the sport. By the time she retired from Jet Ski racing in 1994, there were sixteen women on the line, more than triple the
Dawn’s story didn’t stop at shoreline, racing may have taken a pause, but Dawn’s competitive spirit never faded. Years later, she found herself immersed in a new sport—hare scrambles dirt bike racing—through her husband. “In 2007, I was just the holder and the photographer,” she explains. But the thrill of the race was too much to resist. “I decided to try a few races here and there, but I didn’t take it seriously until 2022.” That year marked a turning point. Riding a Yamaha 350, Dawn recommitted to the sport, determined to test her limits again.
Her comeback wasn’t without setbacks. At Palm Beach Track and Trail, Dawn suffered a major crash, breaking both wrists, a painful reminder of how
unforgiving the sport can be. “It could’ve ended my racing right there,” she says. “But I wasn’t done yet.”
After healing, she did the unthinkable: she upgraded to a 450, a true race bike that requires serious skill and strength. “Mad Dog” wasn’t backing down. She was leveling up.
Now, in 2025, that perseverance has paid off. Dawn Wood is the Quad Master Women’s Champion,
a title that reflects not just her talent, but decades of resilience, evolution, and drive.
Her journey is more than a tale of titles and trophies. It’s a testament to what’s possible when passion meets perseverance. From making waves on the water to dominating the dirt, Dawn Wood has proven that champions are made not just in the moments of victory but in every fall, every comeback, and every choice to keep going. What
sets her apart isn’t just her speed or skill, t’s her unshakable spirit. She’s battled water and dirt, crashes and comebacks, proving that age is no limit when the fire still burns. Her journey is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to chase the next win, or ride a little harder, a little faster, and a little bolder.
Dawn Wood is a force of nature— and at 63, Mad Dog is just getting started.
Photo by Photoman386
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On
the Road Again
WORDS: RANDY FAUL
As summer winds down, I managed to sneak in one more adventure outside our usual Croom free rides. Two months ago we hit Thomasville, GA for some tight single-track, and this time the crew pointed north to Hillsville, VA, for some mountain miles with longtime friends.
Five days later, I was back on the road again—this time to Niagara Falls. The trip came with a curveball in Pennsylvania when my Freightliner decided to throw a fit. A temp sensor had unscrewed itself out of the exhaust, leaving me with a dash warning that I had “10 starts left before shutdown.” My code reader told me the issue,
but I had no idea the sensor was dangling outside the DPF filter. Luckily, a tech at the dealership reinstalled it, reprogrammed the unit, and had me rolling again— only two hours lost, which could have been a lot worse.
After playing tourist at the Falls and in New York, it was time to get dirty again. We landed at Land Between the Lakes, straddling Tennessee and Kentucky, for a two-day dual sport. By pure chance, I ran into a couple of competitors-turned-friends, along with a handful of other FTR riders.
Day one? About 150 miles of dusty, tight single-track, bunched up
like a rolling cloud. When you’re stacked that close with racers, usually someone turns it into a contest. This time, surprisingly, we all kept it mellow—though I did manage to wash the front end and earn a nice bruised hip. Day two brought another 80 miles, a little less dust, and just as many smiles.
Riding’s always good, but riding with your FTR family makes it even better. Now it’s back to reality— race season’s here, and some of us have trail to cut.
See you at the races, Randy Faul
MOTO PT IMPROVE YOUR MOVE
WORDS: DR. MATT DAUGHERTY
Orthopedic Physical
Therapist and Racer
Shockwave Therapy: The Racer’s Edge for Healing and PAin Relief
Today I want to break down one of the most effective tools I use to keep racers like you on the track: Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT).
What
is ESWT?
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy, or shockwave, is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic pressure waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues. Originally developed in the 1980s to break up kidney stones, ESWT has evolved into a proven therapy for orthopedic and sports injuries.Think of it like this: just as your suspension needs to be dialed in to handle impacts, your body sometimes needs help “resetting” its healing response. Shockwave creates microtrauma at a cellular level, triggering the body’s healing cascade — stimulating new blood vessel growth, collagen production, stem cell activity, and pain modulation.
Why Do Racers Need It?
As off-road athletes, our bodies take a pounding — vibration, awkward foot dabs, crashes, and repetitive stress from hours in the saddle. Many rider injuries like chronic tendon pain, meniscus tears, plantar fasciitis, and rotator cuff problems don’t respond well once they’ve lingered for more than six weeks. That’s where ESWT shines. By creating a controlled mechanical and biological stimulus, shockwave helps break chronic pain cycles, stimulates healing where blood supply is limited, and reduces sensitivity in overworked tissues.
Benefits Backed by Research
Research shows that ESWT reduces pain by inhibiting pain-related neurotransmitters, stimulates growth factors that promote new tissue formation, breaks down calcifications and aligns scar tissue for better remodeling, and improves blood flow and collagen production for stronger tendons and fascia. It also helps modulate chronic pain patterns in the nervous system, essentially “reprogramming” how the brain perceives pain. Unlike injections or surgery, ESWT requires little to no downtime—most racers continue training and riding between sessions.
Conditions That Respond Well to ESWT
Evidence supports ESWT for several common racer injuries, including plantar fasciitis, Achilles and patellar tendinopathy, lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy, greater trochanteric pain syndrome, and carpal tunnel syndrome. It’s also effective for chronic hamstring or adductor injuries, distal biceps tendinopathy, and certain meniscus, labrum, or bone injuries.
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Treatment typically involves three to six sessions spaced apart. During each session, a handheld device delivers up to 3,000 acoustic pulses to the targeted area. ESWT doesn’t just mask pain—it helps tissues heal and remodel for stronger, longer-lasting performance.
The Racer’s Advantage
For racers, ESWT offers a major advantage: it gets you back to riding faster, with less pain, and can often prevent more invasive treatments like injections or surgery. When combined with strength training, mobility work, and proper recovery, shockwave therapy is a game-changer.
Final Lap
If you’re dealing with tendon or fascia pain lasting more than six weeks, ESWT may be the missing piece. It’s safe, evidence-based, and designed to help athletes push harder, longer, and pain-free.
Your bike isn’t the only machine that needs the right tools— your body does too. Let’s keep you racing pain-free with MotoPT.
Before acting on any information in this article, consult a physical therapist or physician for a general health and physical activity readiness screening. If you’re experiencing pain while riding, it’s best to have a full evaluation by a qualified professional.
For questions, email me at contact@motopt.com or call/text 904-395-5379. Let’s IMPROVE YOUR MOVE so you can ride pain-free with MotoPT. Stay strong, stay mobile, and ride smart.
Dr. Matthew Daugherty PT, DPT, OTR/L, MOT, DBA
Associate Professor and Director of Residency Programs Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists
Manual Therapy Certified | Intramuscular Dry Needling Certified
References
van der Worp H, van den Akker-Scheek I, van Schie H, Zwerver J. ESWT for tendinopathy: Technology and clinical implications. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2013;21(6):1451–1458.
Rompe JD, Furia J, Cacchio A, Schmitz C, Maffulli N. Radial shock wave treatment combined with plantar fascia stretching improves chronic plantar heel pain. Int J Surg. 2015;24:135–142.
Fatima A, Ahmad A, Gilani SA, et al. Effects of high-energy extracorporeal shockwave therapy on calcified rotator cuff tendinopathy. Biomed Res Int. 2022;2022:1230857.
Race tech tip with Jesse Ansley
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ALORA Riding Tips with Alex Lugar
Reading the Track: Lessons from MXON
Hey everyone, hope you’re all doing well. At the time of this entry, I’m only a few days removed from MXON — and what a weekend it was. For those who watched or attended, I think we can all agree it was two hectic days of racing.
What stood out most to me was how hard everyone was pushing. Whether it was the Lawrence brothers, the Coenen brothers, or anyone else out there, there were enough mistakes to remind us that even the best riders are still human.
You might be wondering what that has to do with your own riding. Simple — knowing a track’s limits and understanding when to push and when to back off is a skill that separates good riders from great ones. That’s what made MXON so wild: even the top pros were overstepping that fine line.
Understanding the Track
Of course, every track and race is different, but learning how to “read” a track is about more than picking lines or avoiding bumps. It’s about recognizing when you can go all-in and when to stay smooth. I like to say, “Take what the track gives you.”
In fast, open sections with good traction, you can push close to 100% without much risk. But in tighter or more technical areas — roots, rocks, ruts, or trees — the limit might drop to 80%. Knowing
where that threshold lies helps you gain time without ending up on the ground.
At MXON, we saw what happens when riders ask too much from the track. Hunter Lawrence overcharged a split lane and lost the front; RJ Hampshire seemed to be testing gravity everywhere. Meanwhile, Jett Lawrence showed why he’s so good — he rides right at the edge of control but never over it, racing within the track’s limits lap after lap. That’s why guys can get close to him, but they’re often the ones hitting the deck.
Knowing Your Limits
It’s not just about the track’s limits — it’s about your own. Overriding is easy when you’re chasing seconds. Ideally, you find your limits during the week, in practice, where it’s safe to push them.
In a two-hour hare scramble, nobody rides at 100% the whole time. Most racers can sustain around 85–95%, with short sprints to close gaps or make passes. Managing that effort keeps you sharp, reduces mistakes, and ensures you finish strong. Use training sessions to test your limits through both sprints and long motos so you know what your body can handle.
Knowing Your Bike
Finally, understand your bike’s limits. No setup works everywhere — a bike dialed for sand whoops might struggle in roots,
and one that rails ruts may feel harsh in fast, choppy sections.
A lot of crashes come from the bike doing something unexpected. Learning how your suspension feels and how setup changes affect handling is key. Even if you’ve never adjusted your clickers, give it a try. Have a friend make a few changes without telling you what they did and see if you notice the difference. This helps build that connection between you and your bike — because like it or not, you really do need to be one with your machine.
The Takeaway
None of this comes easy — there’s a reason the top guys are freaks of nature — but it’s worth working on. As you race for every inch of the track, stay aware of how much you’re asking from the terrain, your body, and your bike.
Take time during the week to focus on specific sections, mix up your training, and don’t just go through the motions. Remember, dirt bikes are as much a mental game as they are physical.
Hope to see everyone at the races, and best of luck as we kick off the 2025–2026 season! For questions or more tips, check out @alexlugaroffroadacademy on Instagram.
I’m writing this article just two days before Round 1 of the 2025 season, and the excitement is at an all-time high. My daughter is moving up to the big track for her first race on a 65, my son is stepping into Peewee A, and I’ll be returning to the AM race on Sunday as I finally qualify for Senior A.
It’s been a full week of packing and preparation. The first race of the season always takes extra effort—installing new graphics, changing the oil in the RV that got neglected at the end of last season, and getting everything loaded back up for another year of racing. Without proper time and planning, it’s easy to overlook something important.
That same principle applies to retirement. It’s an exciting milestone—a time to celebrate a lifetime of hard work—but just like race prep, it requires careful planning. Without it, you risk missing key financial decisions. Should you roll over your 401(k)? Have you considered the tax implications of retirement? When’s the right time to take Social Security?
Retirement is an exciting new chapter, but to make the most of it, you need a wellthought-out plan. If you have questions about your retirement strategy, we’d love to help. Call today to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation.
Shawn Clark
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RIDER: BRIAN MCCALL
PHOTO: PHOTOMAN386
2025 -2026 FTR Competition Schedule
*dates and locations subject to change
FTR’s BOD has voted to transition to a Calendar-Year (January to December) Season. So, for the 2025-2026 season, we will have a ONE-TIME 18-month schedule. After that, we will run from January through December. This was done to comply with AMA promotion rules. The approved preliminary schedule of 15 Hare Scrambles and 13 Enduros.
August 31, 2025
September 28, 2025
October 10-11, 2025
October 25-26, 2025
November 2, 2025
November 8-9, 2025
November 23, 2025
December, 6-7, 2025
January 3-4, 2026
January 17-18, 2026
Jan/Feb 31-1 2026
February 14-15, 2026
March 1, 2026
March 14-15, 2026
April 11-12, 2026
April 19, 2026
May 31, 2026
September 6, 2026
September 20, 2026
September 27, 2026
October 10-11, 2026
October 24-15, 2026
November 1, 2026
November 7-8, 2026
November 15, 2026
November 21-22, 2026
Enduro #1
Litlle Brown Jug Clinton, SC
Enduro #2 Orange State Croom, FL
HS #1 CFTR Bartow, FL
HS #2 SADRA Bartow, FL
Enduro #3
HS #3
Enduro #4
HS #4
Gobbler Getter Maplesville, AL
Sunrunners Bartow, FL
St. Mary’s Shoals Macclenny, FL
OSDR Punta Gorda, FL
HS #5 SCTB Brooksville, FL
HS #6 PBTTR Okeechobee, FL
HS #7 TCTR Indiantown, FL
HS #8
Enduro #5
HS #9
HS #10
BSTR Lake Butler, FL
Straight Arrow Richloam, FL
NCTB Dade City, FL
OSDR Punta Gorda, FL
Enduro #6 Armadillo Lake Butler, FL
Enduro #7
Cherokee Greensboro, GA
Enduro #8 Little Brown Jug Clinton, SC
Enduro #9 Diamondback New Augusta, MS
Enduro #10 Orange State Croom, FL
HS #11 CFTR Bartow, FL
HS #12 SADRA Bartow, FL
Enduro #11 Gobbler Getter Maplesville, AL
HS #13 Sunrunners Bartow, FL
Enduro #12 St. Mary’s Shoals Macclenny, FL
HS #14 OSDR Punta Gorda, FL
