So what do you think guys? Jay says he wants a shot at the Des Nations here: http://www.motoonline.com.au/2010/07/26/post-race-with-jay-marmont/” target=”_blank”>http://www.motoonline.com.au/2010/07/26/post-race-with-jay-marmont/</a>
I think he deserves it after winning three straight MX Nationals titles and with a solid team behind him. Plus, you can’t forget that Dacka has many resources in the U.S.
If Reedy’s deffinitely out with Epstein Barr, it’d be a shame not to see Jay given the opportunity to represent his country in my opinion.
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Dan*297* 5:31PM July 26th 2010
Id love to see Jay represent Aus but I dont think he will get the chancce, I can see Metcalfe and Reardon spear heading the 450 class with byrne as a reserve and then no idea who will race in the 250's.
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jordanbird57 6:23PM July 26th 2010
Yeah i belive jay deserves it and has worked hard for many years , i also beliveve if it was ever Jays time to shine it would be now as i belive he is really at a peak in his career. 3 obivous other choices Ferris,Reardon or Metty.
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Grimdog39 12:29AM July 27th 2010
Yeah he def deserves it and with Chad out for who knows how long it could be his time to shine...
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AG23 11:42AM July 27th 2010
http://www.motoonline.com.au/2010/07/27/oz-mx-marmont-plans-ama-assault-in-final-rounds-of-2010/
Also, be sure to catch Jay on FOX Sports news today between 12:00-1:00pm as a live guest in the studio on FOX Sports Long Lunch!
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Ashman96 3:01PM July 28th 2010
We all know some times its about who can get the best if any equipment to the race. A couple of years Byrner has not been able to represent Australia at the des nations bcoz of being between contracts. I think a guy of Jay's caliber should definatley be considered.
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coxymc 5:35PM July 29th 2010
Well we shall soon find out Jays speed as he is tackling the last few AMA MX rounds, Lets hope he carves up and gets the MXON ride!
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AG23 8:46PM July 29th 2010
Problem is, Pala is only a few weeks before the MXoN so you would think Team AUS would be all signed and sealed by that point! I have a feeling it will be Metty, Jay and Matt Moss as long as he is fit and healthy enough. All as I hope is that Australia finally has some luck go their way this year at the event!!
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Nelso_19 8:10AM July 31st 2010
Metty (250), Jay and Chad (if he's healthy) on 450's. Replacement/reserve riders Reardon, Ferris or Moss.
I know Metty has been on a 450 outdoors this year and is kicking ass but you really need a top-level 250F to be competitive and Metty is probably the only person I can think of with access to a factory level bike and recent seat time on a 250F.
Or possibly Moss on a 250 if Roger will loan him a works bike......
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Ashman96 1:03PM August 2nd 2010
Metty is to old to ride a 250, FIM have a under 23 ruling on that now. Symmonds would have to be the pick for a 250F guy or kirk gibbs
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Pop 11:11AM August 25th 2010
coxymc wrote:
Does anyone know is Jay riding last few rounds. Is he in for Southwick?Joined: Feb '09
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AG23 1:29PM August 25th 2010
He won't be at Southwick this weekend mate. Pretty sure he'll be at Pala though and should be riding there!
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postie 9:48PM August 25th 2010
will be interesting to see how he goes - especially with the extreme heat over there right now. If he get's some decent equip and starts I'm saying top 10, maybe even a top 5 on the hardpack.
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AG23 10:45PM August 25th 2010
Okay, have it confirmed Jay and Dacka have decided to sit out Pala and focus on MXoN now that he'll be in the team. Bit of a shame, but he seems really focussed on doing well for Team Australia. I think they could surprise this year if all three keep it consistent.
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DOOVA 12:15PM August 26th 2010
Yeh its going going to be good to see him ride without the responsibility of a title on the line..
AUSSIE AUSSIE AUSSIE!!!!!!
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Ashman96 8:20PM August 27th 2010
Spewing he isn't riding at pala it would have been good to the Aussie number 1 plate holder mix it up with Billy Mac in the AMA nationals. Come on aussie's at the MXoN