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Justin Barcia is gunning for a champi- onship in 2016 and is in prime shape to attempt to steal one. Upon putting in a solid amateur tenure, Barcia leapt into the pro ranks in 2009 at the start
of the season. Barcia rocketed to eight top three results that year one of which was a win on the brutal sands of Southwick earning him the
title of MX Sports 250 Class Rookie of the Year. The following year was another great one for Bam Bam, adding a slew of extra podium results to his resume. Justin made his way to Bercy Supercross just after the awesome season came to a close, capping it off with a title win and was dubbed King of Bercy. Justin continued to rise through the 250 class in 2011, grabbing the 250SX East coast
title with podium rides at every single round that year. Prepping himself for the eventual step to the 450 class, Barcia filled in for an injured teammate actually grabbing himself a moto win along the way proving he could do it before he even truly reached the platform. Barcia bettered himself once more the next season, winning two thirds of the races indoors that year on the way to the national title. Justin also enjoyed several trips to the MX Des Nations, representing his country to the best of his ability each and every time.
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