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DIRT NEWS
SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs . While the AMA Pro Motocross chapter has ended , attention will now move to the SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs . The first of three SMX events will be run in Concord , North Carolina , on September 07 . “ It was not my best day , but not my worst either ”, said Swoll . “ The day was going okay and I felt good on the track in practice . I reaggravated a niggling issue and so it was just survival from then on . I am looking forward to the SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs – I really think that we have the potential to land on the podium there .” Savatgy felt it was also not his best weekend on the bike . “ It was a tough weekend ”, he said . “ It was unfortunate to have an issue so early in moto one , but the second moto was a bit better . I had a decent start , made a mistake and still pushed to ninth . I kept fighting and am proud of that effort .”

OAKLEY MOVES TO DARBI ACCESSORIES

Oakley ’ s MotoX range has found a new

Kiwi Distributor in the form of Darbi Accessories . “ We are thrilled to partner with Darbi , a company that shares our commitment to excellence and innovation ,” said John Michaliades , Director of Oakley Sport ANZ . “ We congratulate Darbi on being appointed as the distributor of Oakley products within Motocross specialty stores in New Zealand . As we continue to strengthen our brand , we recognise the importance of working with a partner like Darbi , who has the expertise and dedication to help us deliver our marketleading products consistently . We are confident that this partnership will not only restore but also elevate Oakley ’ s presence and reputation in New Zealand .”
“ We ’ re genuinely excited to represent Oakley in New Zealand ,” said Steve Bridge , Managing Director of Darbi Accessories . “ Oakley is synonymous with innovation and top-tier performance , and we ’ re proud to bring their exceptional range of MX products to our customers here .” Darbi Accessories is eager to collaborate with its retail dealer network across New Zealand to ensure that Oakley ’ s cutting-edge products , known for their safety , performance , and durability , are available to more motorcyclists than ever before .
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