Another season is coming to a close and CGRT has once again exceeded the teams 2009 objectives. In only our second year, the team has become a mainstay in the Canadian off-road market and is continually striving to promote the sport in a professional manner.
2009 Goals/accomplishments summary: Defend 2008 Alberta Endurance Ice Racing Association (AEIRA) Pro Open Championship CGRT Repeats as Pro Open Champions for 2009. Nick Riewe and Jay McGregor once again team up to take the title and establish CGRT as the team to beat on ice.
Corner Grass Harescramble Organization
Now in its third year, Corner Grass continues to evolve as a premier event in Canada. Over 200 participants competed in two days of racing and enjoyed a fun-filled family weekend.
Erzberg Rodeo 2009 Participation—Austria
CGRT riders Shane Cuthbertson and Jared Thomas enjoy Husaberg Factory support. Neither rider was able to conquer the ‘Iron Giant’; however did a superb job representing Canada.
Red Bull Romaniacs 2009 Participation—Romania
CGRT’s Shane Cuthbertson finishes 9th Overall – Pro Classification. Once again, riding for Factory Husaberg, the ‘Moose’ proves to be a world class ‘extreme’ specialist.
Canadian Enduro Championship (CEC) Participation
CGRT riders Shane Cuthbertson, Lee Fryberger, Jay McGregor, and Nick Riewe all competed in various rounds of the inaugural series. Shane Cuthbertson competed in all eight rounds, finishing fifth Overall, Pro Classification and third Overall in E3 (Big-Bore) Classification.
Montreal Endurocross Participation
Shane Cuthbertson finishes fifth overall in front of 45,000 fans! Extensive coverage of this event was provided on Canada’s premier sport network – TSN.
International Six Day Enduro (ISDE) Participation—Portugal
CGRT was well represented by Jay McGregor (E3 Class), Nick Riewe (E2 Class), and Lee Fryberger (Team Canada Manager). The event took place in Figueira da Foz, Portugal from October 12 to 17, 2009 and both riders achieved respectable finishing positions in this grueling event.
CGRT would like to thank the following sponsors for their contributions towards our success: Husaberg, A&E Racing, Motovan, Ronwood Enterprises, UFA, Energizer Canada, JMH & Co., A.G. Core, LeeBuilt, Western Financial Group, VP Fuels, LimeNine Graphics, Feeding Performance, Lachapelle Racing Products, Sosa Original, Rekluse
2010 Objectives
CGRT objectives for 2010 will be to increase our exposure in the Canadian market as the sport continues to evolve in our nation. With the Canadian Enduro Championship now acting as a national series, the opportunity to grow with the sport and represent our supporters is greater now more than ever.
The following objectives will be the focus of CGRT in 2010: Defend 2008 / 2009 AEIRA Ice Racing Championship. Our team is currently developing an all new 2010 Husaberg FE570 for competition this year! Canadian Enduro Championship—Shane Cuthbertson has confirmed his entry and will be looking to win the Overall Championship on a 2010 Husaberg FX450. Compete in the CMA Second Gear Club Alberta regional series and select CMRC off-road events.
Of course, the foundation of team the ‘Corner Grass Harescramble’ will again be held in 2010. CGRT is currently in the planning phase to promote an ‘Extreme Hard Enduro’ event in Alberta for 2010. Further details can be provided as they become available. CGRT will also compete in any ‘Extreme Hard Enduro’ type event held in North America. We have been notified of several events planned for 2010 and have confirmed our attendance.
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