Need to get Ashley Reynard in the booth. She knows more about racing than most these guys. Todd is terrible. He called Mookie, "Malcolm Williams". LOL.
Wasn't really a fan early in his career, but grew to really like and appreciate him as it went along. He made a great transition to the booth. I miss him on the broadcasts.
My thoughts also. He was wild, partying, had that rock star image back then. But we’ve sll aged and I’m impressed how he was mature enough to grow up. Get professional “in life” I feel like I know him like a friend yet he doesn’t know me. 🤣 oh well. Good for him. Ride on!
I would also concur on all points, I think the media has a lot todo with our perception as well of him. I got a ton more respect for the fro now than before, good luck at the ranch buddy!
At 55yrs of age and having been riding for 46 yrs, i can honestly say that i always have unfinished business when it comes to dirt bikes. Never to old to enjoy, just cant go as fast as i thought i was.
when moto is in your blood, it's tough to grow older. I'm 48 and still riding, and I hope I can get another 10 years before I'm confined to trail riding.
Good for you man. That’s awesome!!! Still humble and having a good time. Don’t know him personally but his dad and brother used to work on my bike! Great family!!!!
When I was a teen in the 1990's Emig was my hero; I was always rooting for him to take it to Jeremy. Now that I'm in my 40's it's very cool to watch his Loretta journey. Best of luck Fro!
I'm 53 and still crank'en laps on my 2stroke with the regular race day. It keeps me focused and sharp especially on my KX250 2006. I say " as long as i can swing my leg over the bike we're in" never too old just never give it up. Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺🇺🇸
You got at least another 20 years Emig. I’ve watched vids on her of guys over 70 still riding motocross. You inspire me to get another bike & start riding again!
Love Emig !!! Rode with him & Ryno in the 90's off Edwanda in Ontario, Ca. I remember chilling with Emig at Deanza pro track on the side when he was testing on yz125 . Good old days ,, Emig ROCKS, LOVE THAT DUDE !! ✊🏻✊🏻ALWAYS SOOOOO,,, COOL !!!
I’m 58 with injuries. I started 7 years ago with training , it’s been a long road back to fitness . I to have damage my left heal bone, so running is pretty much out. Elliptical was my answer to cardio
Once you build up your connective tissue, ligaments tendons etc. hop on the Stairmaster. Leg exercises help boost testosterone which will also aid in injury rehab and overall well being especially at your age
I cracked my talus (heel) at 27, broke my same side ankle at 30 and hung it up for a while. Jeff captured the mentality to say certain activities motivate. Also at age 50 I enjoy riding, and I agree that just doing it is a personal and spiritual victory. :)
So glad to see Jeff again I think with some more time on the tracks exercise I bet Jeff Would give these young boys a run for their money thanks Jeff for giving us older guys memories of the days of sounds and smells of angry screaming two strokes at a motocross race of 90s and early 2000s
I started riding again recently at 54 after 35 years off a bike. Having a blast and hoping to lineup at the gate again before I can’t. This is inspiring and confirmation it can be done.
Very humbling. Wish you the best of luck Fro. Rooting for you. Cool seeing you and Ryno together. I saw both of you at KROC with Huffman n RC was just a young teenager in the team green box van and JS7 was a little man riding his bicycle in the pits making dirt bike noises. He crushed all the 80 kids on his 65.
I’m the same age as Jeff. I remember going to Washougal in 1988 and watched Jeff make his first ama national on a 125. I was so pumped to see all the riders that I watched on tv. Jeff was a 3 digit guy. That was one of my favorite national memories, my 1st national.
Plenty of haters out there, but I love seeing these guys out on the track. It was such a big part of their lives and our entertainment at their expense for so many years, they deserve to be out there having fun an living it.
I race hare scrambles and I see 50+ year olds out there in the woods and on the MX track just having a blast and I love it! Seeing them still enjoying two wheels at the age of 50+ just gives me hope and reminds me that this is such a good sport to be a part. No matter what kind of riding you do it just feels good to be on two wheels and in the dirt.
I hope I am not misremembering, but something I recall about Emig was when he won his 1992 125 National title. Sitting on the bike, covered in mud with his crew congratulating him. He was obviously overcome with emotion, and he said he just wanted to find his dad. That told you everything you needed to know: biggest moment in his career at that point, and he wanted to share it with the person that helped him get there.
Good luck! I would love to go back myself. If my body wasn't so beat up from injuries I would go and try to win another championship. Just turn 50 also and would be racing jeff . Used battle with Jeff way back in the day. Pretty sure he would smoke me nowadays. Glad to see him healthy enough to go back to the ranch.
Good for you Jeff, it doesn't matter how old you are just race and ride as long as you enjoy it. The minute you stop doing the things you love you will feel and grow old. I started racing mx when I was 40 and I will continue racing as long as I can throw my legs over the bike and as long as I enjoy it.
Jeff is to me a true honest and aware - albeit struggling, that years they pass. Has all humbleness needed to be a great spokesman in this sport, I do like Emig.
Jeff came full circle back to the fun and fulfillment just in riding, something that is lost when competing for a championship. The true test of how "spiritual" you are about it is how you feel when you lose. If you are totally bummed out then racing to you is just an ego trip. If you are glad you competed and it's OK you lost then you are truly enjoying life.
Well said Jeff, Motocross was such a big part of your life, why not race again👏 now it's going to be more fun with beer availability lol good luck at Loretta's championship I miss you and Ricky on real talk. Braaap 👍
Ohh how I reflect on the many 4th of July weekends in little old Buchanan, Michigan. I lived in the trailer park right across the street RED BUD T-N-T!! I started going there to watch the races when I was a kid & seen some big time riders there Hannah, Glover, Cooper, La Roco, Carmichael, Bub. But some of the best (and funnest) Mc Grath & Emig!!! You ain’t lived till you see bed sheets with GO FRO, & RIDE JEFFRO RIDE, & my all time favorite, WLCOME JEFF BY YOUR FRO BROS!!
@@vurbmoto I think he will do well And hold his own, BOLD MOVE on his part racing the 150. He may have to tap into those 90s moto vibes. Lol hey anyone can do it Fro can!
To all, Get a stationary bike to help rehab leg injuries. I took a digger 2 weeks and thought I popped my acl, I felt something pop. Acl seems intact, but lots of stationary biking got my range and strength back. I still need a week or 2 of strength training before I can ride again. At 60 this was a scary injury, I dodged a bullet for sure. The bike is awesome to help speed up recovery time.
50cc? Interesting. Looks both fun and relatively safe. The HUGE mistake I made was buying a new 450 last year, thinking that I could still do motocross in my 50's, like I did in my 20's... ouch, a very painful lesson! My next bike, if my wife let's me, will be half the size... but now that I see emic going around on a 50cc, I'm wondering if I should go even smaller? 🤣 Good luck, Jeff! 👍
I rode on a track (on a practice day) in LA about 20 years ago, and Emig was there. Of course he was flying, faster than everyone. But then he and some friends of his moved over to an adjacent area which had these enormous dirt piles. I rode over to watch. Emig went from a dead stop, short run to a pile, and--I shit you not--he launched so high and far off of it, he would have cleared a large 2-story house--and he landed perfectly on the downslope of another pile which was so far away, it didn't even seem possible! You can't practice that. How the hell did he know he'd land exactly where he did?? It was so big a jump, if he came up short or long he'd be seriously injured. It's not like he had the chance to build up to it. He just hit it and landed it perfectly. I've seen Bob Hannah defy physics, but this jump Emig did surpasses that because of the danger of it. My jaw dropped for real. I swear this story is true. I still can't explain how he did it, without bringing in the idea that he is not fully human, but some kind of god or something. That day, I was humbled more than I've ever been. I was a pro racer myself before that, and it suddenly became harshly obvious that I would never be anywhere close to his level. I couldn't even talk to him after that. I was so stunned. I saw him sitting in the back of his box van. We glanced at each other. He was comfortable and friendly with people. But I walked on, pretty much in a daze. My mind was melted after seeing what he did. The talent he has is beyond comprehension! And he's a nice guy, too! Obviously, I'm a fan of his for life. If I could afford it, I'd love to race at Loretta's next year in the 50+ class with him. I think we're a little closer in speed now than before. But still, he's Emig, so best I could hope for is to keep him in sight for a short time. Damn!! ;-)
Why? Because MOTO is what we are made from. I'm 64 and still shredding, Fro! I was the manager of TAKA Sushi in San Diego in the 90's. We met. You were there with Chris and Katrina,... and Katrina's roommate.... KIM!!!! Remember? I have pictures!!
Im 58 still riding just but not hitting big jumps anymore. Last big fall at 52 collapsed lung 2 broken ribs. its the fact that you know if you fall off a jump youre going to hospital and broken bones now take 3mnths plus to heal. Im thinking of getting a classic bike and doing the classic races loads of fun and only a little danger.
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Emig is the man, I miss seeing him announce the supercross races.
fr, a lot of people gave him crap for not being the best speaker but his contrast is 2nd to none.
@@ryanclayborn4176 They complained and then he got replaced by clowns that dont even know the riders names.
@@SOLDOZER L O L... fricking "Todd" bro... talking like he knows the riders pasts, calling them wrong names, etc. Embarrassing really.
Need to get Ashley Reynard in the booth. She knows more about racing than most these guys. Todd is terrible. He called Mookie, "Malcolm Williams". LOL.
He was better then RC for anyone that knows about the sport, RC is an obvious choice for the new fan. Its a shame but the way she goes I suppose
This guy is a beast! To race at 50 and In better shape than 90% of Americans is amazing. You are remarkably a champ Jeff!
Maybe more like 98-99%
50th Comment Like!!!!
@@Mexxx65 nice 🤟🏼
Not many know that he has a fierce studdering problem. To be able to overcome it and do what he has done in broadcasting - simply amazing...
Wasn't really a fan early in his career, but grew to really like and appreciate him as it went along. He made a great transition to the booth. I miss him on the broadcasts.
My thoughts also. He was wild, partying, had that rock star image back then. But we’ve sll aged and I’m impressed how he was mature enough to grow up. Get professional “in life” I feel like I know him like a friend yet he doesn’t know me. 🤣 oh well. Good for him. Ride on!
I would also concur on all points, I think the media has a lot todo with our perception as well of him. I got a ton more respect for the fro now than before, good luck at the ranch buddy!
At 55yrs of age and having been riding for 46 yrs, i can honestly say that i always have unfinished business when it comes to dirt bikes.
Never to old to enjoy, just cant go as fast as i thought i was.
This is awesome! Thanks for showing that us “old guys” can still do it
when moto is in your blood, it's tough to grow older. I'm 48 and still riding, and I hope I can get another 10 years before I'm confined to trail riding.
How are you going to finish a national enduro?
"trail riding" how dare you lol. Come to New England wood, rocks and roots for days lol
Jeffro, you are legendary. So many great memories of you from Redbud during your championship runs..
I miss Emig on SX coverage.
Keep going Jeff! Age is just a number. I’m 55 and I can still hang with the youngsters on their mountain bikes.
That’s one of the best vids I’ve ever seen. Love to see Jeff loving life
Jeff Emig is my childhood idol. So awesome to watch him.
That's why we had no choice but to see Fro at 50!
It would be awesome if McGrath was lining up too MC, Emig and Hughes at the ranch. LOL. Like 1996 again.
That would be sick
All on 125s too
Deegan. Stewart. Dont invite RC he'll start training and fk it all up.
@@joenobody2580 lol well put sir !!
@@joenobody2580 🎯🚑🍻
Good for you man. That’s awesome!!! Still humble and having a good time. Don’t know him personally but his dad and brother used to work on my bike! Great family!!!!
I love Fro. Always been one of my heros and favs. Great stuff.
What an awesome piece. Emig is inspirational.
Can't wait for the rest of this to come out!
When I was a teen in the 1990's Emig was my hero; I was always rooting for him to take it to Jeremy. Now that I'm in my 40's it's very cool to watch his Loretta journey. Best of luck Fro!
I'm 53 and still crank'en laps on my 2stroke with the regular race day. It keeps me focused and sharp especially on my KX250 2006.
I say " as long as i can swing my leg over the bike we're in" never too old just never give it up.
Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺🇺🇸
Go on and get some Jeff! Lots of inspiration in this post dude life is about the journey and finding what fuels ones happiness. Respect bra
My favorite rider growing up. Still have a few autographed pictures of “FRO” from when we used to go to Pontiac silverdome. Great memories there!
Oh man, Im so pumped with you racing and even more with a 150!! You always awesome!! Good luck champ.
You inspire us old guys great job. Keep it up good luck at Lorettas
That was a great video and extra props for Jeff riding a two stroke. Good luck Fro!
Great job dude, still having fun riding is what its all about.
So cool !! looking forward to more content. Emigs the man
It's great to see our Hero's pursuing their love for the sport.
You got at least another 20 years Emig. I’ve watched vids on her of guys over 70 still riding motocross. You inspire me to get another bike & start riding again!
So Very Cool to watch. Thanks for sharing.
Great vid man! You and Ryan must go back a long way. I still ride regular enduro, MX, trials and MTB and it does everything you say.
Love Emig !!! Rode with him & Ryno in the 90's off Edwanda in Ontario, Ca. I remember chilling with Emig at Deanza pro track on the side when he was testing on yz125 . Good old days ,, Emig ROCKS, LOVE THAT DUDE !! ✊🏻✊🏻ALWAYS SOOOOO,,, COOL !!!
These videos lately have been absolutely amazing!!!!
FRODADDIO & RYNO!
To have missed them would be to have missed the show.
An Era.
The Party.
Our Gang
Legend.
What an awesome episode!!!
I’m 58 with injuries. I started 7 years ago with training , it’s been a long road back to fitness . I to have damage my left heal bone, so running is pretty much out. Elliptical was my answer to cardio
Ditto, I'm 62 and wore out one eliptical. Looking for another. For the love of 2 strokes!
Once you build up your connective tissue, ligaments tendons etc. hop on the Stairmaster. Leg exercises help boost testosterone which will also aid in injury rehab and overall well being especially at your age
I cracked my talus (heel) at 27, broke my same side ankle at 30 and hung it up for a while. Jeff captured the mentality to say certain activities motivate. Also at age 50 I enjoy riding, and I agree that just doing it is a personal and spiritual victory. :)
This guy is a true ambassador of the sport.
So glad to see Jeff again I think with some more time on the tracks exercise I bet Jeff Would give these young boys a run for their money thanks Jeff for giving us older guys memories of the days of sounds and smells of angry screaming two strokes at a motocross race of 90s and early 2000s
Love seeing it on the 2 banger too!!!
A MOTO GOD, and STAR of the original CRUSTY DEMONS OF DIRT VID! Such a cool dude and still oozing TALENT! 🤘🏻🤘🏻👍👍❤️❤️
He's a lengend for sure still one my favorite riders
I started riding again recently at 54 after 35 years off a bike. Having a blast and hoping to lineup at the gate again before I can’t. This is inspiring and confirmation it can be done.
Good luck, Fro! As a 53 yr old, I still ride/race and plan to do so for as long as I can! For me, riding is pure euphoria!
Very humbling. Wish you the best of luck Fro. Rooting for you. Cool seeing you and Ryno together. I saw both of you at KROC with Huffman n RC was just a young teenager in the team green box van and JS7 was a little man riding his bicycle in the pits making dirt bike noises. He crushed all the 80 kids on his 65.
I’m the same age as Jeff. I remember going to Washougal in 1988 and watched Jeff make his first ama national on a 125. I was so pumped to see all the riders that I watched on tv. Jeff was a 3 digit guy. That was one of my favorite national memories, my 1st national.
Good luck brother. Wish you well.
Vurb thanks, so much good dirtbike content
Plenty of haters out there, but I love seeing these guys out on the track. It was such a big part of their lives and our entertainment at their expense for so many years, they deserve to be out there having fun an living it.
He's probably still in better shape than 85% of the population. Was awesome to see him go 1-1 at Redbud way back. Rock on Fro, we love ya
Go Fro! Wish you were still announcing
I race hare scrambles and I see 50+ year olds out there in the woods and on the MX track just having a blast and I love it! Seeing them still enjoying two wheels at the age of 50+ just gives me hope and reminds me that this is such a good sport to be a part. No matter what kind of riding you do it just feels good to be on two wheels and in the dirt.
Well said Jeff. Moto puts living in my life as well…
I hope I am not misremembering, but something I recall about Emig was when he won his 1992 125 National title. Sitting on the bike, covered in mud with his crew congratulating him. He was obviously overcome with emotion, and he said he just wanted to find his dad. That told you everything you needed to know: biggest moment in his career at that point, and he wanted to share it with the person that helped him get there.
Good luck! I would love to go back myself. If my body wasn't so beat up from injuries I would go and try to win another championship. Just turn 50 also and would be racing jeff . Used battle with Jeff way back in the day. Pretty sure he would smoke me nowadays. Glad to see him healthy enough to go back to the ranch.
awesome video, fro is the man. enjoy any video with him in it
U the man fro.miss your commentating on tv.
I live by Loretta,s and will be there cheering for you ! Braaapp
Awesome video. Thanks!
absolute bad ass. hope we can hear him announce again for supercross
Good for you Jeff, it doesn't matter how old you are just race and ride as long as you enjoy it. The minute you stop doing the things you love you will feel and grow old. I started racing mx when I was 40 and I will continue racing as long as I can throw my legs over the bike and as long as I enjoy it.
Still nifty at fifty Jeff, great stuff 👍🙏🇬🇧
Met him quite a while back after I went to Gary Bailey MX school at a race. Seems like a solid guy and he is a good rider even at 50.
They are all good at 50 at lorettas.
Jeff is to me a true honest and aware - albeit struggling, that years they pass. Has all humbleness needed to be a great spokesman in this sport, I do like Emig.
Jeff came full circle back to the fun and fulfillment just in riding, something that is lost when competing for a championship. The true test of how "spiritual" you are about it is how you feel when you lose. If you are totally bummed out then racing to you is just an ego trip. If you are glad you competed and it's OK you lost then you are truly enjoying life.
Well said Jeff, Motocross was such a big part of your life, why not race again👏 now it's going to be more fun with beer availability lol good luck at Loretta's championship I miss you and Ricky on real talk. Braaap 👍
I've always had Emig as my favorite even over McGrath in the hayday...braaap!
I miss fro commentating and just he’s a good guy with a lot of insight in the sport we need to hear more from him
Ohh how I reflect on the many 4th of July weekends in little old Buchanan, Michigan. I lived in the trailer park right across the street
RED BUD T-N-T!! I started going there to watch the races when I was a kid & seen some big time riders there Hannah, Glover, Cooper, La Roco, Carmichael, Bub. But some of the best (and funnest) Mc Grath & Emig!!! You ain’t lived till you see bed sheets with GO FRO, &
RIDE JEFFRO RIDE, & my all time favorite,
WLCOME JEFF BY YOUR FRO BROS!!
Every body says you can't race competitively on the 150 but there's your proof even at vet expert level. BRAAAAP
This man will be back
Stoked to see you
Race again #FroDaddy
How do you think he's gonna do on the 150 at the Ranch?
@@vurbmoto I think he will do well
And hold his own, BOLD MOVE on his part racing the 150. He may have to tap into those 90s moto vibes. Lol hey anyone can do it Fro can!
great look into your life
I'm 59 and racing in National Enduros. Lets see how long I can do it.
I raced you in the Mini's in FL and Ponca. I'm 52 now as of July... so I was by racing years 1yr older...
He still rides like he never retired. Amazing.
Lmao not quite
ya not quite dude but either way he is still super fast and it's very cool to see him ride
He will lose to john grewe. Mark my words. Dude is over 50 and won the 35+ class like 4 years ago lol
@@jaymead1146 grewe isn’t racing lorettas this year.
@@MichaelAMyers1957 ohhhhhhnooooo
Come back and ride Manjimup Western Australia! I’m sure everyone would love to see ya over here, relive the mxon 92
👍🥔🇦🇺
Emig is way funnier than expected. Great personality
We love ya FRO!!
To all,
Get a stationary bike to help rehab leg injuries.
I took a digger 2 weeks and thought I popped my acl, I felt something pop.
Acl seems intact, but lots of stationary biking got my range and strength back.
I still need a week or 2 of strength training before I can ride again.
At 60 this was a scary injury, I dodged a bullet for sure.
The bike is awesome to help speed up recovery time.
Let’s goooo Fro!! 🤘🏻
I’m 47 and broke 3 rids last year and I’m in pain all the time so the older you get the worst you heal remember that Fro
Great job!!
We love Jeff!
50cc? Interesting. Looks both fun and relatively safe. The HUGE mistake I made was buying a new 450 last year, thinking that I could still do motocross in my 50's, like I did in my 20's... ouch, a very painful lesson! My next bike, if my wife let's me, will be half the size... but now that I see emic going around on a 50cc, I'm wondering if I should go even smaller? 🤣
Good luck, Jeff! 👍
good luck fro!!!!!!
Jeff old hero of mine , and PS I'm old to and still race for the same reasons as u , but can I ask why a 125 ?
Dave Coombs knew what he was doing when he made the Ranch a yearly event
Lot of memories for a lot of folks. Great visionary
Give-um hell Fro I'll be pulling for you !!!
Great race
I rode on a track (on a practice day) in LA about 20 years ago, and Emig was there. Of course he was flying, faster than everyone. But then he and some friends of his moved over to an adjacent area which had these enormous dirt piles. I rode over to watch. Emig went from a dead stop, short run to a pile, and--I shit you not--he launched so high and far off of it, he would have cleared a large 2-story house--and he landed perfectly on the downslope of another pile which was so far away, it didn't even seem possible! You can't practice that. How the hell did he know he'd land exactly where he did?? It was so big a jump, if he came up short or long he'd be seriously injured. It's not like he had the chance to build up to it. He just hit it and landed it perfectly.
I've seen Bob Hannah defy physics, but this jump Emig did surpasses that because of the danger of it. My jaw dropped for real. I swear this story is true. I still can't explain how he did it, without bringing in the idea that he is not fully human, but some kind of god or something. That day, I was humbled more than I've ever been. I was a pro racer myself before that, and it suddenly became harshly obvious that I would never be anywhere close to his level.
I couldn't even talk to him after that. I was so stunned. I saw him sitting in the back of his box van. We glanced at each other. He was comfortable and friendly with people. But I walked on, pretty much in a daze. My mind was melted after seeing what he did. The talent he has is beyond comprehension! And he's a nice guy, too!
Obviously, I'm a fan of his for life. If I could afford it, I'd love to race at Loretta's next year in the 50+ class with him. I think we're a little closer in speed now than before. But still, he's Emig, so best I could hope for is to keep him in sight for a short time. Damn!! ;-)
Jeff was my idol growing up
My dad is 56 and still racing Jeff isn’t done racing
And on a 2 stroke ? Insane
Why? Because MOTO is what we are made from. I'm 64 and still shredding, Fro! I was the manager of TAKA Sushi in San Diego in the 90's. We met. You were there with Chris and Katrina,... and Katrina's roommate.... KIM!!!! Remember? I have pictures!!
Awesome!
🏁👈🙂👍
Jeff was the man. I met him at a lake Havasu free style event that Travis separated his spine at.
Fucking beautiful...spoken factually and from the heart.
Im 58 still riding just but not hitting big jumps anymore. Last big fall at 52 collapsed lung 2 broken ribs.
its the fact that you know if you fall off a jump youre going to hospital and broken bones now take 3mnths plus to heal. Im thinking of getting a classic bike and doing the classic races loads of fun and only a little danger.
Jeff you were awesome then and you're awesome now keep it up
Much respect to you Mr Emig!
You and Weege need to be the SX announcers! Would be the best ever!
And best of luck in your future and racing, go kick some ass