Weekend Window takes a break from writing about track fights to pass on a list of things the NPG and AMA Racing sent out last week as improvements in the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship presented by FMF.
-Revamped television package on SPEED, including same-day coverage of selected events
-An aerial perspective provided via helicopter on SPEED
-Timed practice on Saturday for starting positions in Sunday’s main event
-VIP Hospitality for 200 people, complete with tents, TVs for live timing, scoring and race footage, and bleacher seating complete with catering
-A larger podium for fans to see top athletes for post-race interviews and award ceremonies
-Intermission entertainment, including bands, sky divers and vintage races
-Scripted opening ceremonies with hot laps from the top riders as well as fireworks
-30-second girls added to the start of each moto
-Autograph sessions conducted at every event, featuring the top privateers as well as the factory stars
-Special viewing areas for team managers
-Special mechanics area sponsored by THOR/Parts Unlimited/AMA Racing
-Renewing AMA members will enjoy a half-time track walk
-Vendor’s Row will feature an autograph stage
-Countdown clocks have been added to the Finish Line
-Racer X Illustrated will host a new and improved webcast on www.racerxill.com, with live racing action hosted by Jason Weigandt. The Racer X Motocross Show on Motocross.com has also been added on Saturday night of each race weekend, featuring practice footage and interviews taken earlier in the day.
