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Racer Profiles: Keeping Up with the Unstoppable Sammy Ehrenberg

At 59, Sammy Ehrenberg’s name has been synonymous with off-road racing for quite some time. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Sammy still calls the city home. Competing in Class 12, Sammy races a JIMCO Racing 12 car and also rides a Husqvarna 350, bringing decades of experience to the desert.

May 29, 2024
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Racer Profiles: Racing Against the Current, Matt Trainham’s Electrifying Journey

Matt Trainham, a 44-year-old racer from California, has been involved in off-roading since he was a toddler. Born in Antioch, CA, and raised in Colfax, CA, Matt’s early experiences with dirt bikes, Jeeps, and trucks laid the groundwork for his passion for off-road racing. His first memory of the sport dates back to watching the Parker 400 in 1985 with his grandfather, an event that left a lasting impression on him.

May 27, 2024
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Red Bull Scramble Series: A Real-Life Video Game

If you’re a fan of UTV racing, chances are you’re used to seeing names like AJ Jones, Seth Quintero, and Mia Chapman sending it through desert sand. Well, there’s plenty of sand on the beaches of the East Coast, too, and so last weekend was a little bit different: they were in Wildwood, New Jersey for the second annual Red Bull Beach Scramble.

May 25, 2024
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Racer Profiles: Mario Fuentes' Racing Journey From Dunes to Glory

Mario Fuentes Zaragoza has a deep-rooted passion for off-roading that dates back to his childhood. Born and raised between El Paso, Texas, and Juarez, Mexico, Mario's first memory of off-roading is etched in the dunes surrounding Samalayuca in the state of Chihuahua. At the age of 11, he experienced the thrill of exploring the desert landscape at speed, which ignited a lifelong passion for the sport.

May 24, 2024
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