We have seen the videos, the AMA National highlight reels, but I am not sure we can even write how good this place looks. Redbud next weekend will show the World all about American motocross. A beautiful facility, and the best riders from America and the rest of the World.
We all await the Herlings vs Tomac battle, the Plessinger vs Prado, and of course Team France trying to hold onto the Chamberlain trophy against the likes of USA, Belgium, Holland and Great Britain.
One of the most storied tracks in the history of American pro motocross, RedBud will add to its legacy this October when it becomes only the fourth venue in the United States to host the FIM Monster Energy Motocross of Nations since its inception in 1947.
As the halfway point of each season, RedBud is the centerpiece of the American Motocross Championship series, and also serves as a perennial Independence Day celebration, motocross style. It has been a part of the championship since 1974 and thanks to an incredibly dynamic track layout and a diehard fan base, it has become arguably the most popular and most anticipated round of the summer.
Jared Conley shot these cool images from the Redbud circuit.
In many ways RedBud epitomizes what American motocross represents, and is a bucket list destination for any fan. RedBud fans are knowledgeable and passionate about their motocross.
They show their love of the sport and appreciation for the racers with patriotic costumes, energetic cheers and the well-known chants of “ReeeddddBuuuuddddd”!
Adding motocross fans from around the U.S. to the RedBud faithful will surely create a fan base Uncle Sam himself would applaud, and a formidable home team advantage when the Americans come to RedBud to take on the world at the 2018 MXoN event.
It began in Belgium in 1947. Just two years post WWII, a friendly competition of a popular sport among European neighbors must have been something special. The quick summary of the event is that it’s open to all countries, each sending a 3-rider team to compete.
After the Saturday qualifying is complete, the final Sunday competition is narrowed down to the top 20 teams, and three final motos. Each of the three riders competes in two separate motos, adding up to six moto scores for each country.
The best combined score wins. Thirty-eight countries competed at the 2017 event held at the historic Matterley Basin circuit in Winchester, U.K. The event has a very olympic vibe, with uber-patriotic fans donning their country’s colors, waving flags and proudly supporting their home team.
Thursday
GATES open 10:00am until 12:00am.
Track area midway open 2:00pm to 7:00pm; track infield will be open for at least a portion of this time.
Friday
GATES open 9am until 12:00am.
Track area midway open 12:00pm to 7:00pm; track infield will be open for at least a portion of this time.
2018 MXoN Team Introductions at 5pm from the podium/skybox located at the starting line.
Paddock will be open from 2pm – 7pm for paddock pass holders.
There will be an entertainment program at the night track/camping area Friday and Saturday, when no official track activities are scheduled. Check our posts for announcements! @redbudmx, RedBud Motocross
Saturday
See track schedule below.
GATES open 7am until 4pm.
GATES CLOSED FROM 4PM UNTIL 7PM – or later if needed – FOR EXIT TRAFFIC! No entry during these times.
Gates reopen 7pm until 12am.
Track area open 7:30am until 7pm.
Paddock open from 8am – 7pm for paddock pass holders.
Thor Pit Bike of Nations race – 8:30pm (night track).
Sunday
See track schedule below.
GATES open at 7:00am.
Track area opens at 7:30am.
Results tallied; podium celebration on the starting line.
General Admission tickets
Everyone over the age of 7 needs a General Admission ticket.
Tickets are available online right up to the event dates, and are discounted now through September 23.
Tickets will be available for purchase at the event as well.
Paddock (Pit) Pass
Paddock passes will be sold at the track. $35/person, age 12 & up.
Paddock access times: 2pm – 7pm Friday, 9am – 7pm Saturday, 9am until the last race Sunday.
Weekend G.A. Ticket
Gates will open Thursday at 10:00am. Tickets are available online now, or you can buy at the event.
Adult | $140 | ages 12 and Up
Child | $ 70 | ages 8 – 11
Note: Weekend tickets say “October 6-7”, but they are also good Thursday and Friday.
No ticket required for ages 7 and under.
Sunday G.A. Ticket
Tickets are available online now, or you can buy at the event.
Adult | $95 | ages 12 and Up
Child | $50 | ages 8 – 11
No ticket required for ages 7 and under.
