CHAPTER 313 Ft. Eric Pernard

Gypsy Tales

Join us for an insightful episode with the legendJoin us for an insightful episode with the legendary Eric Peronnard, founder of the U.S. Open Supercross. Eric shares his journey from motocross enthusiast to a pivotal figure in the industry, discussing the creation of landmark events, challenges faced, and the future of the sport.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:07 - Love for MX Industry

00:09:10 - What got you into Motocross

00:22:27 - Starting 1st Business (American Dream)

00:34:51 - Scared of Failure?

00:38:55 - Selling Dealership to start the US Open

00:46:53 - 1st US Open in 98'

00:50:32 - Worked on the first Ampd Mobile World Supercross Series

01:01:46 - French Supercross History

01:07:39 - Was the US Open a Successful Event?

01:13:39 - Why was Supercross & Motocross pay not where it should be?

01:24:28 - Started Enduro Cross

01:30:09 - Allowing 85's to Race Supercross

01:33:09 - Ty Masterpool

01:35:25 - WSX Discussion

01:51:44 - Ricky Carmichael Crown situation at US Open

01:56:21 - Bercy SX Atmosphere

02:04:50 - The making of Aus-X Open

02:06:56 - 2024 Aus-X Open is STACKED!

02:16:44 - Will WSX ever be Successful

02:18:48 - Energy Drinks SAVED our sport

02:27:37 - MXGP Combining Race with the AMA?

02:39:04 - Future of Electric Dirt Bikes

02:50:05 - Outro

Highlights:

Eric’s love for motocross and his start in the sport

Launching his first business and the American Dream

The creation and impact of the U.S. Open Supercross

Historical insights into French Supercross

Challenges in supercross and motocross pay

Pioneering Enduro Cross and innovations in the sport

The future of electric dirt bikes and major upcoming events

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