For Immediate Publication - Waznie Racing Ciclo Werks BMC DeWildt Honda
Brantford ON Canada - July 20th 2010

Szoke Adjusts to Racing South of the Border - Mid Ohio AMA American Superbike Release

With fifty minutes of practice and then straight into qualifying, the Waznie Racing/Ciclo Werks BMC DeWildt Honda rider Jordan Szoke and his hard working Fast Company Crew focused on the task at hand as track temperatures reached over 50 degrees Celsius during the AMA Honda Supercycle weekend held at the Mid Ohio Sports Car Course. The last time Szoke competed here was in 2003 aboard his Corona Suzuki.

Not only did Szoke need to get up to speed quickly, but he also needed to nail the set up for the new Dunlop spec tire required for competition in the AMA. “I like the idea of a spec tire in the series,” says Szoke “I’m used to that here in our series in Canada.”

With one practice and two qualifying sessions, Szoke launched his CBR1000RR from the third row into the first corner comfortably mid pack during Saturday’s American Superbike Race #1 . Eric Bostrom and Szoke had a sensational battle around the 2.4 mile 15 turn road course until Szoke relented to tire issues just a few laps from the end, settling for 10th position. “We chose the wrong tire for this heat,” says Szoke “we’re going to take what we’ve learned from today and apply it to the race tomorrow.”

The famed daily “Fan Walk” down hot pit lane during the noon hour on Sunday found Szoke readjusting the padding in his Shoei helmet, as he decided to shave his head “military style” in front of the Mid Ohio racing fans. “I badly needed a haircut in this heat, and wanted to show our support for the troops this weekend. Thank you to all the AMA officials that organized it, the National Guard for bringing the clippers, Marshall for navigating them, and the support from SPEED TV.” grins Szoke. “I admire the effort the men and women from the military put forth, and wanted to show our support for them because as Canadians, we’re all on the same side.”

Sunday morning warm up proved encouraging as Szoke nailed down his fastest lap of the weekend propelling him to 7th fastest and a marginal 1.064 out of the spot on top. Starting for Race #2 Szoke was required to make up some ground on the rest of the field as he had to manage a lousy start. Eight laps into the 21 laps race Szoke suffered a fall at the bottom of the hill. “I was pushing extra hard to make up some ground, I really felt we had it for today.” says Szoke. “As soon as I got on the gas I pushed the front and lowsided.” Jordan remounted to bring his equipment back into the pits and was sidelined for the remainder of the race.

“The weekend was so much fun for us as a whole, everyone associated with the AMA was so welcoming and friendly.” Says Derek Uttley from Fast Company. “We all work together, to put on an amazing show for the fans and our sponsors.”

Waznie Racing would like to thank the entire Fast Company crew for laboring away in the sweltering humidity, and to Tom Elenasser from Ciclo Werks for his support and attendance. Szoke would also like to thank all the AMA officials for the support and assistance, Sabastian from Dunlop and Chris from K-Tech for their guidance throughout the weekend with set up.

“I really feel that the Honda deserves to be on top.” says Szoke the 6 time Canadian Superbike Champion, “We’re going to take what we’ve learned here and bring that to VIR, I expect even better results. I love racing in the AMA, the field is talented and the competition is tough, just the way I like it.”

Szoke is hoping to continue competing in AMA American Superbike during Round 8, taking place at Virginia International Raceway.

Waznie Racing would like to thank:
Waznie Racing Inc, Ciclo Werks , BMC Swiss Cycling Technology , Dewildt Honda, Fast Company, Joe Rocket, Monster Energy, Shoei, Pirelli, Akrapovic, Honda Pro Oils, Hot Bodies, Motovan, eatsleepride.com, TCX Boots, EBC Brakes, LighTech, Sunstar, DID, Oakley, Ogio, BK Designs, PUG, VP Fuels, Samco, Hinson, Stomp Grip, oppracing.com, Chickenhawk, Just Transmissions , Strodes, Bodyline Fitness, Robot Pirate Ninja Productions, u-vu.ca

Press release issued by Waznie Racing INC
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