Webmaster posted on October 14, 2011 17:04
Carlton Dry Honda Thor Racing have revealed their Super X secret weapon ahead of the season opener – up-and-coming US rider Gavin Faith.
Faith, 19, will campaign a Honda CR250F in the Lites class, while the team’s Pro Open lineup remains unchanged with the fast and experienced combination of Todd Waters and Cheyne Boyd.
Describing himself as a passionate racer, Faith is eager to show what he can do on a Supercross track after a successful season racing amateur outdoor championships in the US.
A rigorous full-time training regime at the world-class Millsaps Training Facility (MTF) has helped the Iowa-based rider develop the foundations for a stellar two-wheel career.
Faith’s regular ride is a Honda and he and Team Principal Yarrive Konsky are confident he will be up to speed quickly in preparation for the Melbourne event on October 22.
“I have been training Supercross for the past 3 months and have been working on the Australian race formats which are different and exciting,” said Faith.
“I can’t wait to get to Australia and race, this is a great opportunity for me as there are some known riders competing in Lites who have raced over here.
“I’m also looking forward to getting out and seeing Australia for the first time.”
A recent research trip to the US allowed Konsky to meet with Faith and see him in action.
“I noticed Gavin’s raw speed and determination when I watched him train,” said Konsky.
“I did some further research and found out that while he is still relatively unknown he has a strong record in amateur competition and has gone head to head and won on many occasions against recent amateur-turned-pro rider Justine Bogle.
“This, coupled with his attitude, I felt a sense of reason to give him a ride in Australia.”
The five round Super X championship begins on October 22 at the Melbourne Knights Stadium and runs until November 19.