Rider Updates
Jan 7 2009
Big thanks goes out to Calgary Motorsports for the sponsorship in the AMRA Indoor National Motorcycle races. Check them out if you down at the Calgary Motorcycle show Jan 9 to 11/ 09.
Or Check them out at: http://www.calgarymotorsports.com/
Phone: (403) 770 0290
Fax: (403) 230 8309
3811 Edmonton Trail in Calgary, Alberta
Oct 26 2008
WEll the season has come to an end and I have been healing from a separated shoulder. Had a great time on a borrowed RMZ450 for the last few races I managed to do. Unfortunatly I had planned to go to the Vet race in Glen Helen but with the shoulder still on the mend, its not going to be until next year Ill get there. Thanks to all of my sponsors for all of the help for 2008 and hope for the continued support in 2009!
Dunlop, Steelmx, 661, Oneal, girlyz, GoPro, Fuel, MXBB, MX Mega store, Vortex, Driven, AP racing, Old Hill Oils, weapons mx, Ready racing, Bonzmx, Motor tabs, CYA, Race Tech
Sep 24 2008
For Going above and beyond:
When the going gets tough, there is nothing better then someone having your back and BWR suspension has gone above and beyond, time and time again for me, which can be unheard of in this day and age. So I would like to take this time to Thank them for all they have done for me in the past two year, which has meant so much to me. They have been great friends and support, when needed. Thank You!
www.mcxtreme.com/suspension.php
71 Toronto Road
Sep 9 2008
Injuries are part of any sport and Motocross is no different. Funny how the smallest crash can yeild unforgiving injuries. During the first moto in the Canadian Vet National races in Calgary, Another lady and I got caught up in each other ending in a 3rd gear crash. I managed to finish the 5 motos over the two days but now am on the mend of a separated shoulder.
I didnt try the Brooks SOAB race since the injury but it was not happening so have pulled my self to heal up before racing again. Looks like Ill miss 3 of the Fall SOAB races and a few of the local races. I am still hoping to make it to the World Vet race in Glen Helen, but have found that it will depend on the use of a local bike from some one.
Thank you to all my sponsors, friends and family for the continued support!
Driven racing, Ap Brakes, Mx Mega Store, Weapons MX, Steelmx, Gopro, Dunlop, Fuel, Girlyz, 661, Oneal, Ready Racing, Motor tabs, Pivotworks, Vortex, MXBB, CYA, Race Tech, MXbonz, Old Hill Oils, Seitzco.
Aug 1 2008
Lots learned and now its a matter of using that information to move forward. With need of more training and healing from some minor injuries I will head into August, with some recovery time first. Also some minor repairs to the bike, to keep it running for the rest of the season.
Thanks to all of my sponsors for the continued support!
Jun 30 2008
The long and short of June
It has been an interesting remainder of June starting with the race in Lloydminster being rained out. With the time I ended up going to Drumheller, which turned out to be a great day of riding. Then during my Wednesdays practice I crashed and injured my hip and thigh muscle, leaving me limping for a few days. I made it out for the Sunday race, but ended up having my back go out which ended riding for three days only because it was time for the Raymond amateur national. Feeling I could ride one of the roughest local tracks, at a slower pace seemed possible when I headed out. It turned out to be a really rough and painful three days of riding; not being able to concentrate all that well left me in the rear of both the GP junior B and Ladies A classes. In the final moto of the GP junior B class I hit a square edge so hard I, dislocating my thumb and cracking a bone. Now with a provincial race in a week and a memorial race in a day, do I race and then take time off or forget the two races and just take time off to heal up? Most likely Ill tape and brace myself up and try the practice to see how things go and go from there.
Jun 12 2008
It was a last minute thought to go to the race in Slave Lake, but the track and the surprising results of the races made the 6 hour drive worth while. The track was full of doubles and a steep up hill start, which was a bit intimidating when I first looked at the track. By the end of the day I wish I had more time to ride the track as it was so much fun!
Thanks to all my sponsors:
Dunlop, SMX, Fuel, Go Pro, 661, ONeal, Girlyz, Vortex, Ready Racing, Pivot Works, 4 Stroke, weapons mx, MXBB, and Old Hill Oils
Thanks to my new sponsorship with MX Bonz
Ladies A First in both motos and Junior B 12th in Both motos
Feb 6 2008
2008 leads to new experiences; in new classes; with fast pace learning required all starting at the arenacross. With excitement and nerves, the event if anything gave me a fair bit of track time, 3 hrs over the three days. It gave me a new look at whoops which my local track doesn’t seem to be all that interested in having and a new realization at how new I am to motocross, with only the last few months of last season giving me a start on jumps, which I found not enough to be confident in doing them indoors, during a race, which left me disappointed with myself. With some higher hopes for myself in the Vet Jr. Class which was full of more experience riders, I was just happy not being lapped and not coming last but 27th, which is a good start to the year, giving me lots to improve on. As for the Ladies A class I came 5th in Fridays main and 4th in Saturdays main. I defiantly learned a few things to make the event worth while and can’t wait to get to the outdoors again, if it where only closer to spring.
A big Thank You, to the Boys of Seitzco who went above and beyond in helping me out during this event, it made a big difference. Thanks to Girlyz for getting me gear in time for the race as well and to all my sponsors Dunlop; Steel MX; 661; Vortex; MXBB; AP Racing; Pivot Works, Old Hil
Jan 9 2008
For the last 4 years the AMRA has been putting on races during the Calgary and Edmonton indoor motorcycle shows. In 2007, the race became the Indoor National Championship and this year I was very luck to participate. Found in a hall off the main motorcycle show, a track was lined out of tires on polished concrete; if you like to slide this is a race for you. With more then 90 racers from age 8 to 54, racing Friday thru Sunday, in heats, qualifiers and mains; this is racing and the competition is stiff. With accumulated points from both shows leading to the title in all classes of Indoor National Champion. Unable to make it to both shows not to worry the Calgary show awarded trophies to the top three in each class. Let me assure you that this event was so much fun on and off the track that it is more than worth while attending just one event if you get the chance. I have to say these are some of the nicest, most welcoming people, which makes up for any down falls they may have in organization, which they are very close to having dialed in. Two thumbs up to all the volunteers, mechanics, all the racers and the AMRA for such a great event. Good luck in Edmonton.
Check the AMRA out at www.amra.ca and picture of the event can be found on www.secondgearclub.com
Races held in Calgary January 4 to 6 and in Edmonton on January 11 to 13, 2008.
Standings for me thru the Calgary weekend yeilded consistantly 6th in the ladies r
Nov 24 2007
November 19, 2007
Dear Chelsea McLean,
Congratulations on your 1st place win in the 2007 Southern AB Series. As a result of your finish you are now classified as a Ladies A rider. The top three finishers in the Ladies B class in the AB Provincial Series, the SOAB Series or the Western Canadian Amateur National will automatically be advanced to the Ladies A class in the following season, as long as the rider is on an 80cc bike or larger.
Ladies who participate in the A class are eligible to ride the Junior classes (125 A, 125 B, 250 and GP Junior) as long as their bike and age matches the eligibility requirements for the Junior classes. Ladies A participants on smaller bikes will be eligible for any class for which their bike and age meets the eligibility for that class. (i.e. 80cc, super mini).
Ladies who participate in the B class are eligible to ride in the Beginner classes (125, 250 and GP) as long as their bike and age meet the eligibility requirements for the Beginner classes. Ladies B participants on smaller bikes will be eligible for any class for which their bike and age meets the eligibility for that class (i.e. 60cc)
Good luck this season.
The 2008 ADRA Executive
Oct 26 2007
With lots of looks of confusion as my old bike rides around not so fast and then I ride around on a shinny new bike. People are more confused to find Im on a new 07 YZ250F, wondering what the old one was and why did I sell it.
With plans of selling my old 07 YZ250F in spring I had the word out now so I could line something up. With luck I found a buyer now so sold it and bought a new bike.
Why bother selling the 07 in the first place? With over 110 hrs on the bike maintenance is required, which is where a bit of laziness with winter and not wanting to work on a bike in a cold garage can into consideration. Also the cost of repairs I wanted to do, it just made more sense to go new.
Why buy another 07? Why not, its cheaper now to buy one and the 08s will be cheaper to buy mid to late summer then they are now. Ill still lose money on selling but that just part of it.
The New bike had the springs switched over from the old one and a hr meter added. The brakes needed to be bled from the get go and the suspension set up and still to settle in. Otherwise stock. No height changes will be made with this one and a new positioning of the bars and levers to help keep those elbows up. Only kept the front number plate off the old one so looking for new graphics next year.
With in the six days of owning the bike I have 6.8hrs on it. Winter is setting in so I need to get out as much as I can before I cant. Also time will be limited in November with going back to teaching Scuba diving more fully time then the little hours I put in over the summer.
To all the people heading down to Glen Helen, best of luck and travel safe. Ill see you there next year.
A great big Thank you to Seitzco Motorsports for all the help in swaping springs, set up, un/loading and in the purchase of the bike.
Sep 30 2007
Well the hard work I put in, in August really showed in the fall super saturdays. I earned my 1st with hard work that makes me feel confident enough to be moving into the A class next year. It was great to have finished in 8th place in the vet beginner class. All this is beyond my goal for this year and now I will look to next year and new goals.
Thanks to my sponsor for the support and friends for the lap time, pointers and cheering.
Sep 17 2007
Having never been to the track in Medicine Hat and being the home track of the next close lady to me in the standings I was a bit worried about the race. Arriving the evening before I had a quick chance before the sun went down to walk the track. I was really concerned by the end of the walk finding the track was mostly double, tables and two rythm sections. Over whelmed I went to bed for a better view in the morning. I was up early to walk the track again, gaining some advice from a long time rider, feeling a bit better about the track when I was done the walk.
Lining up for the practice, with hope I could see what the other girls where doing or not doing but to no end I ended up in front of the one I need to be behind but managed to get through with some others to follow, but still not getting the rythm sections down or anything more then a few tables in three laps.
Now time ofr the first race came and the goal was to get behind the home town girl off the start and see what I can learn for the next moto and keep her in sight. With luck I was behind her in the first turn and kept to her almost running into her in the rythm sections. A bit puzzled to why no jumps where really being made so in the second lap I started the jumping doubles and then just pinned it over some doubles Id not even tried, with luck making them with easy and passing the competition to achieve the first place in the moto. Now for the second moto. In the end I won the second moto as well but was puzzled about the competition not jumping as Im sure she could at her home track? I guess I will find out next year when we race again in the ladies A class.
Great weekend in all with the WRMA Fall Super Saturday and the SOAB.
Sep 9 2007
Well, I feel like I am on track again from where I was before I broke my foot and from changing bikes. It is looking that way with the results in the races this weekend. A 1st in Ladies B in both series and in all motos. It is looking likely that I will be moving up to the Ladies A class for next year. A big step for sure, with new challenges and skills to be had.
It also helps that the tracks where great condition at both races, with great weather to go with them.
Aug 12 2007
Well, with the spring super Saturday series over and the SOAB series on hold until September; August is feeling like a long month. It has been so far a good month to practice and learn some new skills. It has also been a good month to save up to pay for the up coming races in September.
Jul 15 2007
With the temp in the mid to high 30 it was hard to keep cool even in the shade. A good soak before lining up was ideal. With my first whole shot happening on moto one, the surprise of it nearly lost me the position, which did end up happening in the whoops. With luck of keeping it on two wheels did get me to the finish line in first, but know the second moto would be a much harder one to win. I was right, with the racings being cut shorter due to time and heat I was second from start to finish, but over all I ended in first place, which gives me a small 14 point lead in the series and two races to go.
Jul 8 2007
Well, after being asked to and explained why there was an importance in it, I decided to go a head and ride. What a privilege to ride with some of the best women in Canada. Nothing better then being passed by the top five; can't wait till next year.
Moto 1 placed 23rd
Moto 2 placed 22nd
Jul 7 2007
First full series I have finished and what an experience. I can't wait till my foot is held to give it my all.
Jul 6 2007
Well with disappointment with the track conditions for the practice, it was better to have practice then nothing at all. In reality I was just using the practice and two days of racing as more of a practice then as a full commitment to winning due to my foot still swelling and wanting to save some for the final Super Saturday race. With not doing any jumps and struggling with the left corners I still pulled off 4th place, which was surprising with being the last person around the first corner in every start. Great practice for passing.
Jun 28 2007
With my foot in the condition it was in after two days of trying to race on a not to rough track. The decision not go to the AM Nationals in Raymond was a tough one, but the best thing to do. It will give my foot time to heal up for the following week’s races, which are not as important but still great experiences and be able to give a better go at the final Super Saturday.
Jun 24 2007
this was a good idea yesterday? Well I raced yesterday so I might as well do what ever I can today. This was all good until I went down and the bike hit my foot and my foot hit the ground. It took sometime and help but I was up and going to get around the corner to the finish line, placing 3rd. Sitting at the gate for the second moto, I really believed myself to be out of my mind to be riding, but I’m already here and the gate is about to drop get it over with. I pushed as best as I could and stood for the most part pushing myself to illness by the checker flag. I’ve never been happier to get off the bike and out of gear or happier to have help loading the bike. Time to really rest the foot.
Jun 23 2007
all I can do is try. I decide to race with my injured foot as Id rode on Thursday with out even putting my foot on the peg and found some tricks so I figured why not race. Well once you get out there its hard not to go as hard as you can but pain does play a big part in that and I just couldn’t get going to keep up with the other girls but managed to keep it up on two wheels to place third in both motos. On the way home I didn’t feel like Id made the best choice but at least the day was over.
Jun 17 2007
With only having broken my foot yesterday, I caught a lucky break with SOAB #4 racing being cancelled due to rain.
Jun 16 2007
New bike and extreme mud conditions that I’ve never ridden in before. What does it mean when people look at the track and leave was my first thoughts in the morning? I’m up for trying and it was a challenge for sure. No practice just a hot lap before the race was given. Well I was still on the hot lap when the vet beginner class started, stuck on a hill. No worries still had the ladies B class. With luck the track was altered, but still it was a challenge to get around with a surprising first place in the first moto. Track was shaping up by the second round of motos but you still needed to stay in the ruts to keep moving. Moto 2 of the ladies race started rough with being hit by a vintage bike but still kept it up and going. The next straight I went for a pass which sent me for an unexpected ride off the track on the long grass, which was fine till I tried to get back onto the track. Front end washed out and down I went. Great pain in my boot as I realized my foot shouldn’t be like that and put it back to where it should be. Manager to get to my bike which a vintage rider picked up for me and said not to worry the medic was on its way and I just got on the bike and went. I couldn’t put weight on my right foot but I managed to get around the track with out going down and finishing the race. I can believe I came in second with a broken foot, but adrenalin with shock can be great thing.
Jun 6 2007
Ladies B moto 1 I came in 3rd with run in with a 65 which gave my second place away and a chase right to the finish line to gain one place back. Little crazy with so many classes on the track at one time. The second moto gave problem to the other girls and gave me my first 1st place finish.
Made a choice to run in the Vet Beginner class for this Saturday.