Chris Bonneau Memorial Photos

With the Memorial of Chris Bonneau down in history of MX and Off-road Racing, SGC would love to thank all of the supporters that came to Wild Rose MX Park who helped us remember the great memories they had with Chris. The stories were flying, the jokes were down in the dirt and smiles were everywhere to be seen! The sea of yellow showed support and was almost blinding!

RACE IS ON! July 30-31, 2011 Moose Mountain Hare Scramble, Fallen Timber

The weather has been beautiful out at Fallen Timber the past couple of days, so the trails are drying up nicely.  Campground has both loops open as well as extra room in the Day Use area of campsite (that's registration is).  Note that if you camp in Day Use area, you have to pay full price but it's fun and gives those with big units a bit of extra room.

Pre-Registration closes at Noon.  See below for tentative schedule.

This race is in memory of Dean Rodgers, the 'fastest one eyed racer'!  Dean was a very big part of this traditional race that has been going for over 50 years.  See you all out there!   

UPDATE: Funeral/Celebration of Life for Chris Bonneau July 29th 11:00AM Wild Rose Motopark

Chris Bonneau, passed away July 20th.  The family has made arrangements for a Celebration of Chris' life at the Wildrose Motocross Association (Blackfoot) park at 11:00AM on Friday, July 29th, 2011.

If you have something yellow to wear, do so, would be a nice touch at the funeral.  It will be informal, so a yellow jersey works too.  There will be a luncheon after the service, if you are able to bring some squares or cookies...that would be wonderful.

Chris Bonneau Obituary in Calgary Herald

BONNEAU, Chris
May 13, 1966 - July 20, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher (Chris) Charles Bonneau on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the young age of 45 years. Chris was born in Calgary on May 13, 1966. He will be dearly missed by his loving and devoted wife Anne, and their amazing children CJ (Christopher Junior) age eight, Brooklyn (Anne) age seven and his faithful companion Flic (his beloved Jack Russell Terrier). He is survived by his mother Donna and father

Watch Edson LIVE!

Well we are on our way up north to the Edson Harescramble! We hope to bring you some live video and results as we get them as the cell coverage is much better at this location.  It may be a muddy one so be sure to tune in for some fresh action!!

Racing starts 12pm MST for CMA MAIN and goes until 5pm!

July 23-24th, 2011 Sundance Scrambler, Edson tentative race schedule

Edson tentative race schedule.  See you all up there!

SATURDAY

7:30-10:30           Registration

10:00-10:30         Parade Lap (club ladies/ladies adv)

10:45-11:45         Ladies/Ladies Adv race

11:45                     Parade lap (to be confirmed)

12:45                     Riders Meeting

1-3pm                   CMA race (pro,exp,vetexp,int,vet, supervet/legend,nov,women)

3:15-4:15              CMA Mini Senior & Sportsman

5pm                       Awards/BBQ

SUNDAY

8-9:30                    Registration

9:45                        Parade lap for Youth Novice/Int/Expert

10:15-10:45         Pee Wee

11:00 – 1pm        Yth Novice (1hr), Yth Int. (1 1/2hr), Yth Exp (2hrs)

11:15-11:45         Pee Wee Advanced

11:45-12:15pm  Pee Wee Quad

12:30pm               Parade lap Pee Wee Expert

1-1:45pm             Pee Wee Expert

2:30pm                 Awards & BBQ

Chris Bonneau lost his battle with cancer today.

Calgary motocross icon and friend to so many lost his battle with cancer today.  He will be gone from us in body but will live on in spirit.  He has connected with many of us with his quick wit and great sense of humour. 

Matt Coonfers CEC-West Report: Western B Champion!

Kamloops, B.C.
July 9, 10, 2011

Sun Peaks Resorts hosted the first round of the WEC series and I was excited
to take it all in.  I’ve never been to Kamloops or the resort and was
surprised by the great facilities and fantastic scenery. 

I walked the tests on the Friday and was excited to get the race underway.
My GasGas teammate, Chris Van Hove, helped me pick lines and work out a
strategy for the race. 

Lexi Pechout's CEC Blairmore Report

Group photo of Women's class at Round 3 Blairmore

Bowridge Motorsports rider, Lexi Pechout, finishes 2nd Overall in the CEC Western Canadian Enduro championship series in the Women's class.

I loved the special tests.  I had a good day on Saturday but knew I could improve my times.
Chantelle Bykerk (Champion) and I were within seconds of each other at the end of both days despite the fact that we each shaved off more than 2 minutes overall on Sunday. 

Patrick Marques Home Recovering

Hey Patrick...is this you? haha


Glad to hear Patrick Marques is out of the hospital and home recovering from serious kidney injury and infection.  Racing will have to be put on hold for awhile yet.  Time to hit the couch and watch some movies?

More Corner Grass photos up for viewing!

Thank you to Doug Newall for over 1,300 photos and for all the rider assistance he volunteered.  Remember, if you have photos, we'd love to post them in our gallery.  We can upload from your SD or memory stick or by uploading to a site on the internet that we can give you.  Drop us a line at info@secondgearclub.com Enjoy the viewing...loads of thrills and spill.  http://photos.secondgearclub.com/HareScrambles/2011-Season/Corner-Grass-Gallery-2/17906097_SCf27K#1370344501_CVLPnNL

Calgary Motocross Icon and Club Member, Chris Bonneau in Calgary Hospice

Chris Bonneau

Calgary motocross icon and WRMA member since day one, Chris Bonneau's battle with cancer has taken an unfortunate turn for the worse.  Chris has entered a hospice and his time with us may be limited as he continues his battle with brain cancer.  Chris and his family are longtime members/participants of the Second Gear Club.  Through his riding schools, he coached many young riders to attain their riding dreams.  Chris was an inspirational person both on and off the track.  This long battle continues to prove his strength.  The entire Bonneau family benefits from visitors and welcome a friendly face!  Please show Chris, Anne, CJ and Brooklyn your support.  He is at the Care West Sarcee Hospice , 403 685-6460.

SGC Member Patrick Marques Recovering in Hospital

From Left: Mitchell Brown, Patrick Marques, 2011 Oval Awards

Get Well wishes to Patrick Marques currently in Foothills hospital.   Patrick injured his kidney during a training session for the upcoming Western Canadian Enduro Champion (CEC) with round 1 & 2 scheduled in Kamloops July 9-10.   We are very happy to announce that his kidney is back functioning and has not had to undergo surgery.  Wishing a speedy recovery and while the CEC's will not be seeing him this year, hope that he will be up and ready for Round 3 of the CMA Alberta Provincial Hare Scramble July 23^rd in Edson, Alberta.

Patrick currently holds the 2011 CMA Oval Ice 250 Expert National Championship title. 

Results - Trials - Round 3 Corner Grass

2011 CMA Trials Results from Corner Grass.  Fantastic turnout of new riders in the Novice class.  What a great facility for trials riding.  Thank you Jay and the rest of the Corner Grass Team for such an awesome location.  Foordy did a super job as Course Marshall...

CG 2011 Photos and Videos

Check out the photos that our photographers & YOU got of this epic race! Novices,  expert and pro riders packed the lines once more, head to head racing was going non stop all day long! Everyone was fighting for a position, or just so they were not last.

Did we mention that the CGRT put the race on, the RIGHT way this year?
Do you have photos? Contact photos@secondgearclub.com

2011 Sandpoint Endurocross - July 2

Well those in Idaho are up to it again, But this time it will be MUCH different racing than the race that made the Daytona 2008 Supercross seem like childs play.

Come down to Idaho for an Endurcross that will get you hooked and wanting more. Entry is just $30 a Class or $40 for pro with Cash Payout. Beer Gardens, Food & amazing fans.  Racing starts at 6PM, and practice is around 4PM!
Any Questions call Farmer @ 208.255.9189