Yoshimura Suzuki’s James Stewart2014 AMA Supercross NewsTwo-time AMA Supercross Champion James Stewart will be competing with new boots in 2014 AMA Supercross.
The Yoshimura Suzuki RM-Z 450 pilot, who was affiliated with Nike for many years, has signed a multi-year agreement with Gaerne, and will use the company’s SG-12 mx-racing boot.As the relationship grows, the Floridian will utilize his line of apparel SEVEN to design and offer special releases with Gaerne.James Stewart (Yoshimura Suzuki RM-Z 450 Supercross) says: “I’m really excited to be doing something new here. Gaerne was genuine with their interest as soon as they heard I was free and that meant a lot to me.“But outside of that, riding in the SG-12 was the icing on the cake. I tested every boot out there and I honestly liked the SG-12 the best. I’m really excited that we have a relationship to build on going into the future.”Bob Rathcamp (Gaerne) says: “Having an athlete like James on the starting line at A-1 wearing Gaerne boots is really exciting for our brand World-Wide. When we heard that Nike was terminating their Motocross Boot effort we jumped on the phone right away! James has been super cool and we look forward to working with him for years to come!”
This week, Senior Editor Nic de Sena rides the all new Ducati Monster. Big changes have been made by Ducati–has the company ruined the considerable heritage of the iconic Monster–or are the changes worth it? In the second part of the show, we chat with Nick Ienatsch, Founder and Head Instructor at the Yamaha Champions Riding School. He says: “We aim to change your riding life by introducing you to Champions Habits: The techniques, approaches, skills, and the mindsets of the best riders in the world. These Champions Habits are the foundation of safety and consistency to whatever speed you ride, in any venue on any bike. Street riders, this is just as much for you as track riders. The best way to make safe riders is to make good riders.“ We hope you enjoy this episode!
