Location: Steel City Raceway in Delmont , PA

 

Steel City Raceway, located just outside of Pittsburgh in Delmont , Pennsylvania , joined the international motocross map in 1987 when it hosted a round of the 125cc United States Grand Prix of Motocross. The first—and only—USGP at the track paved the way for Steel City ’s debut on the AMA Motocross Championship tour the next year. It’s been a staple on the circuit ever since, and because Steel City’s race often serves as the final round of the tour, the track has hosted some of the most epic moments in the sport’s history.

 

The Bellora family opened the track in 1983. The Pennsylvania clan had a motocross background, and one son, Dickie, was one of the fastest minicycle pilots in the area. At the races, the Belloras often ran into the Coombs family, who ran High Point Raceway in Mount Morris , Pennsylvania . Eventually, the Belloras teamed with Dave Coombs Sr. to turn their family property into a motocross track, and together they formed a company called Bellco. The track patriarch, Dick Bellora, spent countless hours during the year shaping the jumps on the Steel City track. (Pro racer-turned-freestyle legend “Mad” Mike Jones eventually married into the Bellora family and for years, fans rolling through the track’s front gate could see Mike practicing tricks on his freestyle ramps.)

 

The Steel City track is favored by both riders and spectators alike. The soft Pennsylvania loam forms huge berms and deep braking bumps, and because the track is laid out in a valley, it creates lots of off-camber turns and gives fans nearly 100 percent viewing of the track from a variety of areas.

 

If the hills of Steel City could talk, they would tell stories of AMA Motocross Championship fights being decided at the last round. Jeff Emig and Jeremy McGrath squared off at the facility for the 1996 250cc National Championship, with Emig (now a SPEED TV color analyst) taking the victory. Travis Pastrana managed to overcome Stephane Roncada in the final moto for the 2000 125 National Motocross Championship. And the 2001 125cc National Championship final might have been the wildest ever, as South African import Grant Langston broke a wheel with just a few laps to go, opening the door for Mike Brown to win the title. Ten-time AMA Motocross Champion Ricky Carmichael also completed the first perfect season in the history of the sport by winning here in 2002; James Stewart accomplished the same feat in 2008.

 

On the same Saturday afternoon in 2008 that Stewart was completing his perfect season, Ashley Fiolek finally toppled Jessica Patterson for the Women’s Motocross Championship, ending Patterson’s five-year reign in the WMA. For 2009, the WMA will return to Steel City , only now it’s Fiolek who will wear the #1 plate on her factory Honda.

 

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STEEL CITY NATIONAL NEWS

- September 2, 2009: Race to Cure Breast Cancer Only Four Days Away

This weekend in Steel City marks not only the finale of one of the finest motocross seasons in history, but a weekend of hope in the race to cure breast cancer. The Steel City event will go PINK for all the lost, survivors and those who are currently in need. Click here for more.

- August 24, 2009: Steel City National to Serve as "Race to Cure Breast Cancer"

• Wear Pink to Receive a Free Raffle Ticket
• Rider Mystery Auction, Saturday Intermission
• Autographed MX Memorabilia Raffle, Saturday at Breast Cancer Awareness Booth
• Limited Edition Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet available for purchase

- July 30, 2009: After receiving an outpouring of support from the motocross community last season, the breast cancer fundraiser that supports the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk will return to Steel City in 2009. As the world's best riders compete on the track for the coveted championships, the planet's most loyal and passionate fans will lend a helping hand to find a cure for breast cancer at the Steel City Motocross National, the series finale of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. Click here for more.

 

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FEATURE VENUE EVENTS

• Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship
• Loretta Lynn's AMA Amateur National Regional and Qualifiers
• PAMX Regional Series

2008 AMA MOTOCROSS WINNERS                                                     

• 450 class: James Stewart (Monster Energy Kawasaki)
• 250 class: Ryan Dungey (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)

LOCAL PARTNERS

• Plum Construction
• UPMC
• Wiseco

WEEKEND PRO SCHEDULE      CLICK HERE

SPECIAL EVENT FEATURES

• 450 and 250 Classes televised on
• Women's Motocross Championship – Final Round
• Legends Lap featuring MX stars from the past
• Vintage Bike Show
• Live Band! 10 Man Push
• Friday: Racer X Fan Fest 4-7 pm, Open Pro Pits
• Friday Night: Pit Bike Race
• Amateur Motocross Racing Sunday
• Sunday: 2009 MX Sports Awards Celebration, Grand Concourse, Station Square , Pittsburgh

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Women’s Pro Motocross Final Round          

AMENITIES

• Grandstand seating
• Open Air Festival seating
• Nearly 100% track Viewing from a variety of vantage points
• Air Conditioned VIP Suites
• Covered Super Ticket Viewing Area VIP Viewing Areas with live timing and scoring, private restrooms, and catering
• Handicap Viewing Area
• Large interactive Sponsor Village
• State-of-the-art sound system
• Event Simulcast on FM Radio
• Food and Soft Drink Concessions
• Free Onsite Parking
• Motorcycle Parking
• Handicap Parking
• Easy Entry/Exit
• Onsite Camping
• Potable water for Camper filling

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• No pets national weekend
• Gates closed Midnight to 6 am daily – please plan accordingly

TICKETS

Tickets are available at the gates on race day. We have plenty of room and do not sell out.

 

Our ticket fees are through Saturday’s event, no matter what day you arrive. You are welcome to stay through Sunday, just let us know when you arrive. We have amateur racing on Sunday and there will be an additional fee.

 

Bleachers are available, but seating is limited. We have festival seating, and blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Feel free to roam the Sponsor Village and scout out the racing action from numerous vantage points.

 

2009 Pricing	Thursday - Saturday	Friday -	Saturday	(Additional) Sunday
		Saturday
Adult Admission (12 & Over)	$50	$45	$30	$15
Kids Admission (6 thru 11) *	$35	$30	$20	$10
Kids 5 and under	FREE	FREE	FREE	FREE
Camping (per vehicle)	$50	$40	$30	na

 

*Racers under the age of 6 pay kids' admission fee.

** Preferred Camping:  Additional $50.  Park on Pro Side. Otherwise, all camping is on Side B.

Note: All complimentary passes must be arranged in advance.

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STEEL CITY SUPER TICKET:

 

 

Advance Tickets:   Avoid the Lines!
     

 

GATE INFO

GATES	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
OPEN	4 PM	6 AM	6 AM	6 AM
CLOSE	12 PM	12 PM	12 PM	12 PM

 

PRO PIT PASSES

Other than the race track, the Pro Pits are where the action is.  The pits are open to the public on Friday during Fan Fest at no charge.

 

Saturday Pro Pit Early entry passes can be purchased at the track.

 

Pro Pit Passes	Friday	Saturday
Where to Purchase	FAN FEST	Announcer Tower
When to Purchase	FAN FEST	7 am - 11 am
When to Use	4 pm- 7pm	9 am - Noon
Cost	FREE	$15

 

For an All-Day Pit Pass, please refer to the Super Ticket information above.

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Pro Pit Rules:

 

TRACK ADDRESS, SHIPPING & CONTACT INFORMATION

Steel City Raceway               O: 304-284-0084

278 Story Rd.                           724-468-3272   (Race weekend only)

Export , PA 15632                    www.steelcitymx.com

 

Tim Cotter, Director
            tim@mxsports.com

304-826-0553

 

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WILL CALL

            Location:       Main Gate

            Hours:          Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

                                  Saturday from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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PRESS CREDENTIALS

To request press credentials, please contact:

 

Tony Gardea, Media Director
949.365.5750 (office)
949.922.2662 (cell)
tony@mxsports.com

 

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LIVE MUSIC!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adding to the on-track excitement of the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and the High Point weekend, the New York-based band Ten Man Push will support their debut album and popular singles “In the Dirt” and “ Kingdom of Fools ” with a live full length concert Friday during Fan Fest and a pre-race mini show Sunday at 11:45 am.

 

Led by singer Lonnie Park, whose brother-in-laws are professional racers Rodney Smith (5-time GNCC Champion and 1988 Brazilian National Motocross Champion) and Steve Hatch (former AMA National Enduro Champion), Ten Man Push is quickly becoming a household name thanks to the feature of their top single “In the Dirt” on VERSUS Network’s Racer TV.  In addition, the band’s music has been a significant element of the infamous “Nitro Circus” DVD’s featuring Travis Pastrana and friends doing logic-defying stunts on their bikes.

 

After receiving accolades from the Soundoff Awards for the Best Modern Rock CD of 2007, Park, lead guitar player John West, drummer Nate Horton, and bassist Dave Hoyt have kept the throttle open, playing for hundreds and thousands of enthusiastic dirt lovers.  Their entertaining live show and hard driving music make listening to the band an addicting experience.  For more info about the band, visit www.tenmanpush.com.

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RADIO STATION

Please keep your radio tuned to WWMX 88.1 FM (or in that range) for up-to-date announcements, racing news, interviews and information throughout the weekend. Although we have a public address system, the best way to stay tuned is to tune in.

DIRECTIONS

From Pittsburgh , PA :  State Route 22 East to State Route 66 North 3 miles.  Turn right onto Story Road .  Follow signs .5 miles to track.

From Morgantown , WV :  Take WV Route 119 North to PA Route 66 (Toll) North to Route 22.  Stay on Route 66 for 3 more miles.  Turn right onto Story Road .  Follow signs .5 miles to track.

From Johnstown , PA :  Take Route 22 west to Delmont, then Route 66 North 3 miles.  Turn right onto Story Road .  Follow signs .5 miles to track.

From Columbus , OH :  Take I-70 east to New Stanton, PA, Exit 57.  Take Route 66 north (Toll) 10 miles.  Turn right onto Story Road .  Follow signs .5 miles to the track.

 

Quick Exit:  Turn right out of main gate onto Story Rd.   Follow Story Rd. to State Rt 819. Turn right and follow 819 to Route 22 (3 miles).

Industry Holeshot:

Alternate Route From Route 22:  From Route 22 take Route 66 North 1 mile.  Turn left onto Freeport Street (across from Dairy Queen) for .3 miles, bear right on Athena Drive for .9 miles, bear left onto Lauffer Mine Road .4 miles.   Gate 3 is located on the left.

Helicopter Coordinates:

Latitude           40.43860°N

Longitude        79.55920°W

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WHERE TO STAY

Delmont , PA
3 miles from the track	3 miles South on Rt. 66
Super 8 Motel	724-468-4888
Holiday Inn Express	724-468-1050
New Stanton , PA :
10 miles from track	Take Rt. 66 South to Rt. 70 West, Exit 26
Days Inn	724-925-3591
Howard Johnson’s	724-925-3511
Quality Inn	724-925-6755
Super 8 Motel	724-925-8915
Greensburg , PA :
15 miles from track	Take Rt. 66 South to Rt. 30 East
Hampton Inn	724-832-2600
Roadway Inn	724-836-1648
Hampton Inn	724-838-8800
Knights Inn	724-836-7100
Mountain View Inn	724-834-5300
Sheraton	724-836-6060
Monroeville , PA :
20 miles from track	Take Rt. 66 South to Rt. 22 West
Monroeville Holiday Inn	412-372-1022
Days Inn	412-856-1610
Hampton Inn	412-380-4000
Comfort Inn	412-244-1600
Red Roof Inn	412-856-4738

WEATHER   Delmont, PA

AIRPORT      Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

Directions to track:

·         From Airport take Rt 60E to 22E to I-279N

·         Go through tunnel and across bridge into Pittsburgh

·         Take 376E towards Monroeville

·         Follow 376E to 22E

·         Follow 22E to Rt 66N

·         3 miles and right on Story Road

·         Track is 1 mile on right

 

WEEKEND RULES

We want you to have a fun and safe national weekend. Please abide by these simple rules:

 

1.	Track Access Policy:  The racetrack is OFF LIMITS AT ALL TIMES to all guests. Guests are not permitted to enter the racetrack for any purpose. DO NOT STEAL THE BANNERS! Guests are not permitted to take the banners—THIS IS DANGEROUS, especially when bikes are still on the track.    Parents, you are responsible for your own children. Please do not let them take banners off the track. Adults, you should know better. Violators will be prosecuted. This prohibition will be strictly enforced.
2.	Search Policy: All vehicles are subject to search at any time. If any fireworks, glass containers, or other prohibited items are found, you may remove them from the property yourself, or we will dispose of them for you. We are not responsible for the safe return of any contraband removed.
3.	No fireworks
4.	No weapons
5.	No beer kegs or glass containers
6.	No scaffolding or ladders
7.	No pit bikes, quads, scooters, golf carts, etc.
8.	Quiet time is 11:00 pm nightly. All loud generators must be turned off at this time
9.	You must wear your wristband at all times. If you leave the facility, you must have it on in order to re-enter. This is your gate ticket. Do not take it off.
10.	Only registered racers and authorized personnel are permitted on the racetrack. No one is permitted on the racetrack at night.
11.	Spectators with disabilities can stop at the front gate to pick up a special access permit. With the permit, vehicles can be ridden around the facility. Please use caution while riding at the facility. 5mph limit.
12.	Please use our trash receptacles. If you need trash bags, you can get them from the front gate.
13.	General Information: Main Gate
14.	Rider Information: Rider Registration
15.	Will Call: Main Gate
16.	Security: headquartered Main Gate
17.	Lost & Found: Announcer Tower
18.	On Site First Aid Location: • Life State Medical on Pro Side • Hours: 24/7 Friday-Sunday • Contact: John Kravetsky, Paramedic  c: 412.559.4874

  

AMATEUR MOTOCROSS RACING:   SUNDAY (BIKES ONLY)

 

 

Registration:  Saturday:   7 - 9 pm

                        Sunday:     7 am

Sunday: Pro Am and PAMX GCS Points Paying Event

 

We will run a full amateur motocross racing program on Sunday on the legendary Steel City race track. Racing will be a two-moto format.

 

Race Fees:     $35/class - Trophy Award Classes

                        $40/class - Money Payout Classes:  Vet A (30+), Senior A (40+)
                       $50/class - Pro Am Money Payout Classes: 250A, 450A

 

Registration is located at the Announcer Tower . There is no pre-event registration. 

 

All motocross riders must be AMA members. AMA memberships can be purchased at rider registration for $39. The membership is good for one year. No District membership required.

Classes:  TBA

 

Practice:  8:30 am

You will be given a practice sticker at rider registration that allows you onto the track for practice. Attach it to your helmet. Make sure you get one when you register, otherwise you will not be permitted on the track. 

 

Race bikes can be ridden at a walking pace to and from your moto only. Otherwise, there is no pit riding. 

 

Practice Order:    Approx. 10-minute sessions  (Tentative & weather permitting)

 

 

1	250 / 450F A & B
2	125 / 250F C
3	85cc
4	125 / 250F A & B
5	65cc
6	250 / 450F C
7	Super Mini / Schoolboy / Women
8	50cc

 

 

Moto Order: 

The racing schedule will be determined after registration closes and will be posted at Rider Registration.

 

Awards:

Awards are given at the rate of one per three riders, up to 10 in each class. All results will be posted at Rider Registration.

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CAMPING INFORMATION

Overnight camping is available starting Thursday evening. Sorry, there are no electric or water hook-ups available.

 

We will park you as you arrive, in the next available space, in the area of your choice. You may not save spots for people arriving later. If you want to camp with someone, please meet them off-site and arrive together. 

 

Camping spaces are no wider than 20’. Spots will be marked, and there will be an additional charge for camps that sprawl past the designated area. No campsites, tents or awnings are permitted within 20’ of the motocross track fence. 

 

NO CAMPFIRES!

Due to the large amount of guests and the size of the rigs, we cannot permit campfires of any kind.

 

Preferred Camping

 Additional $50.  Park on Pro Side. Otherwise, all camping will be on Side B.

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HOSPITALS

Westmoreland Hospital
Greensburg , PA 15601

724-832-4000

Directions From Track: Exit track, go left to RT 66, Take 66 south to RT 30, go east on 30 to RT119, go north on 119, follow signs to Hospital.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UPMC Health System
200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh , PA 15213
(412) 647-2345
(800) 533-UPMCx. 8762 (toll-free)

 

Directions From Track: Exit track, go left to RT 66, go left on 66 to RT22, go west on 22 towards Monroeville, take 376 West towards Pittsburgh . Take Exit 2B, 5^th Ave.   Follow sign towards hospital.

 

 

On Site First Aid Location:

            •    Life State Medical, located adjacent to Announcer Tower

            •    Hours: 24/7 Friday-Sunday

            •    Contact: John Kravetsky, Paramedic  c: 412.559.4874

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THINGS TO DO

• Pittsburgh is a cool town, and it’s just minutes away from Steel City . There are plenty of fun spots to eat and shop. Check out the Strip District, Station Square and the Southside. Oakland has museums and there’s great shopping in Monroeville .
• Pittsburgh ’s Carnegie Science Center and Andy Warhol Museum can make your trip an educational one.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates play at PNC park downtown, and they’re in town with a home stand the weekend of Steel City .
• The Super Bowl Champion Steelers often hold pre-season games at Heinz Field downtown around this time.
• Don’t forget: Steel City will hold a full day of amateur motocross racing on Sunday.

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STEEL CITY STATS

•    First race: July 17, 1988 with Rick Johnson (Honda) winning the 500cc class and Erik Kehoe (Suzuki) winning the 125cc class.

•    This will be the 22^nd time the gate will drop for an AMA Motocross National at Steel City Raceway.

 •   Steel City wins by brand in the premiere Motocross class:

     Honda:          4

     Yamaha:       2

     Suzuki:          4

     Kawasaki :     5

•    First time winners at Steel City :

      Robbie Reynard (1993)

      Jeff Matiasevich (1989)

•    Ricky Carmichael won at Steel City for eight consecutive years (1999-2006).

•    James Stewart and Robbie Reynard have three 125cc (Lites) wins each at Steel City .

•    Travis Pastrana has one Steel City victory, coming in 2000 when he clinched the 125cc National Championship.

•    Last win by brand here at Steel City :

     Suzuki:          2008

     Honda:          2004

     Yamaha:       2007

     Kawasaki :     2008

•    There have been six brand sweeps at Steel City (i.e., a brand wins both classes):

Suzuki: 2005, ‘06    

Honda: 1995

      Kawasaki : 1994, ’93, ‘89

 

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STEEL CITY PAST CHAMPIONS

 

	250 Class			450 Class
	(formerly Motocross Lites)			(formerly Motocross)
2008	Ryan Dungey	Suz		James Stewart	Kaw
2007	Ryan Villopoto	Kaw		Grant Langston	Yam
2006	Broc Hepler	Suz		Ricky Carmichael	Suz
2005	Broc Hepler	Suz		Ricky Carmichael	Suz
2004	James Stewart	Kaw		Ricky Carmichael	Hon
2003	James Stewart	Kaw		Ricky Carmichael	Hon
2002	James Stewart	Kaw		Ricky Carmichael	Hon
2001	Ricky Carmichael	Kaw		Kevin Windham	Suz
2000	Travis Pastrana	Suz		Ricky Carmichael	Kaw
1999	Ricky Carmichael	Kaw		Greg Albertyn	Suz
1998	Robbie Reynard	Suz		Doug Henry	Yam
1997	Kevin Windham	Yam		Jeff Emig	Kaw
1996	Kevin Windham	Yam		Jeff Emig	Kaw
1995	Steve Lamson	Hon		Jeremy McGrath	Hon
1994	Robbie Reynard	Kaw		Mike LaRocco	Kaw
				500cc MX
1993	Robbie Reynard	Kaw		Mike Kiedrowski	Kaw
1992	Jeff Emig	Yam		Jeff Ward	Kaw
1991	Guy Cooper	Suz		Jeff Ward	Kaw
1990	Mike Kiedrowski	Hon		Jeff Ward	Kaw
1989	Jeff Matiasevich	Kaw		Jeff Ward	Kaw
1988	Erik Kehoe	Suz		Rick Johnson	Hon

                                                                       

                                                                                   

POST-EVENT INFORMATION:

Pro Results will be posted after the event at www.allisports.com

 

Event souvenirs: T-shirts, hats, etc.: Can be purchased at event

Or visit www.mototees.com.

 

 

Have Fun, Be Safe, and We’ll See you at the Races!

 

                                                                                    The Coombs Family