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then look to duplicate in the run-off’s and
he most certainly would, leading the field around in the 40+ as well as the 45+. But it would be a battle for the ages in the senior division of the group, the Masters 50+; it was here, where Barry Carsten would stalk him for the majority of the moto. With both riders pushing their mind and machine to the absolute limit, Carsten would work his way around on the final lap, pushing Grewe to second. As always, they would both shake hands in battle, and ready to duke it out again soon, on the outdoor racing surface.
MIKE TREADWELL
With a nickname like “Iron Mike” you can just envision a racer who’s a bit rough around the edges, and not to afraid to throw a few elbows when time calls for it. Built throughout the 80’s motocross scene, times were different when Mike was chasing the professional dream, and it’s reflected in
his riding style. He’s not afraid to hang it out, or run it in on a competitor when the time calls for it; but his respectfulness to his competitors is simply second to none.
He too has been around races like this for many years, and traveled to the 2018 Winter Olympics
at Gatorback Cycle
Park, destined to do
well, and enjoy himself through the Thanksgiving Holiday. Signing up for a startling seven classes, he would prove with just the sign-up sheet, that his stamina and ability
to endure multiple days of racing, wouldn’t be a problem. The number 9 KTM would suit up, taking a fourth overall to begin things, in the Super- cross division of the 45+ class. Next up, would be the Senior 40 and 50+, where he would contend with the likes of John
Grewe, and Barry Carsten. With fans having
to double take at the roster for this class, many thought it was déjà vu, in regards
to the Gatorback Pro National, some
twenty years ago. Each time the gate fell
for Treadwell and crew this week, the crowd would line the fences, urgently waiting for a battle royale of sorts. After coming in to the aforementioned two run-off’s with a second, he would secure the spot on the overall podium, with multiple thirds. And then one
of the most interesting statistics of the week would occur, as Treadwell would sign up for the Vet 35+ class. And now as many would think the competition would be stiffer, and more difficult challenge for Treadwell, he actually would go on to tie his week’s best finish, with a second overall! He was proving to these so-called “youngster’s” that the
old man still had it! His momentum would continue to roll from there on out, placing fourth overall in the Senior 45+, and third
in the Masters 50+. Another second would gleam within the boundaries of the Senior 40+ class, giving him his best overall finish on the outdoor circuit. Mike would then
pack up the truck, and head back home to Tolland, Connecticut, ready to get back after it as soon as possible.
RICHARD KRZEMIEN
When many adults ponder the age of
the fifty-five and over, many are eyeing retirement and a time of pure relaxation. Discussing monetary and financial plans for life after work, many are aspiring to be on the beach 24/7, and unwind on the golf course. However, there are those men who truly still love the thrill of adrenaline, and
constantly seek the wild ways of their youth; and when the crew
at Gatorback Cycle Park were creating a class list for the event, they wanted to add something a bit special for both the motocross and supercross sections, that of Masters 55+. He would choose to contend a variety of six different classes though, making sure to get an ample amount of seat time after is long drive from Ontario. The more time he could spend in this heat wave of sun and surging temperatures, the better. Battling within the likes of the top ten for the Masters 50+ class, his ninth in the first moto would be a sys- tematic gauge of where he would stand throughout the rest of the week. Pushing forward within the confines of the run-off, he would hover just near the top ten for
Grewe would then use this fire to ignite a flame and winning streak like no other. Although first, he wanted to test
his skills against a much younger division, the likes of 35+. And as
you may have guessed, the number
70 Kawasaki would hold his own,
not letting the likes of Dave Ginolfi,
or any other top name get away
too far. A third would be his overall score for this class, respectively.
The wins, shortly there after, would
be added up; taking home three
titles and an abundance of cham- pionship plaques. All in all, you
could definitely say this event was a success for Grewe, as he had fun, spending time with the people he enjoyed, while doing what he loved
as well. You can bet that we will continue to see John Grewe riding around the amateur circuit, as long
as his body and mind will allow.
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