Since his mother, Kathy's information is rare on the media platform. [6] Tomac's results and rapid rise to prominence earned recognition from U.S. cycling magazine Velo News, which voted him the world's best all-round rider of 1988.[7]. The odd way the seat post is connected to the frame looks weak, and 2004 models proved this. Tomac sold a range of nine hardtail and full-suspension 29er, XC race, trail, all-mountain and downhill bikes, mostly positioned at the upper end of the market. Keep in touch witheBiographyPostfor more updates onCelebrity Bio,Businessperson,Sports,Crime, and Rumor. He began to compete in BMX racing events in and around Michigan in 1975 and continued competing in this discipline into his teenage years racing against Michigan BMX legends Tony Carnes, Mike Chapman, and Tim Root. And with that, hes off. In 1986, Tomac made two significant decisions: he relocated to Southern California, and left BMX competition in favour of mountain bike racing. John Tomac has spoken up about his hatred for the people who cheat in races to win them. The family of John, Kathy, Greg and Eli settled in McElmo Canyon to operate a working farm and ranch after John's retirement from World Cup Mountain Bike racing. His ascent through the road ranks was breathtaking, going from a first-time Cat. Ryan Dungey would go on to win the race and take an eight point advantage over Tomac with one round remaining. 4 In Stock. He continued to ride for Mongoose. Doesnt give me a good feeling to buy from tomac again. By signing up you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Also, through brand endorsements, sponsorships, and media appearances. The World Champion also has an elder sister, but her identity has been kept private. Good news is all of the parts transfered to the Niota easily with just some croping of the cable housings. This is a follow-up to my reviews on my 2004 bike. Feels really close to being really, really good but its really not quite there. John Tomac became a highly decorated professional cyclist, from winning small national events to winning the world championships. The American champion initiated his career in 2010 and has captured the hearts of many with different titles. Greg serves in the United States Air Force. Despite not being married, they are already blessed with a daughter in their life. He landed a contract with Mongoose, and shortly after graduating from high school he decided to escape the snowy, frigid winters of Michigan and go somewhere he could ride year-round. It wasnt easy to do both, Smith said. Looking back, he speaks about the experience with fondness. There are crops to tend to, fields to be tilled. Should also mention top marks for the lightweight - mine's just over 26lbs with pedals - v.impressive for a 5.5 / 6" travel bike!!! MARIETTA, Ga. - Monster Energy Yamaha Racing is pleased to announce that Eli Tomac will line up for the 2023 AMA Pro Motocross season and race the entire 2023 SuperMotocross World Championship . He was ranked in first place in the Cross-country and Dual Slalom disciplines. Smith agreed that the risk associated with the financial commitment needed to grow the brand was a big part of his difficult decision to end the license. Strength: stiff, strong, fast, smooth, good stand over space to save your future children. Having said that, it is very, very nice to ride and if the strength problems are sorted out on the 2005 Eli, I'd definitely recommend it. John is well remembered for riding road style drop bars on his Yeti mountain bike at this race which was a noticeable deviation from the other riders. Between mountain bike events, Tomac raced all the big spring classics on the road, plus major stage races including the Giro dItalia. . Joel Smith has discontinued his license of Tomac Mountain Bikes, leaving an uncertain future for the namesake brand of one of the sport's most legendary racers. At the 16th round of the 2022 AMA Supercross Championship in Denver, Eli clinched the 450cc title over runner-up, Jason Anderson. Absolutely loved the bike. And no i'm not a 100 kg pie gobbling downhiller! *Missed Rounds 1,2,3,4,10,11,12 & 17 of 2014 450 SX Due to injuries. A few good days in the Giro. I will follow-up in a few months. Morning comes early on Tomac ranch. However, one can stillfind the framesof MTB on sale on sites like eBay. I wish I had this on my recent trip to Moab. He has two full-time ranch workers on staff, but hes a hands-on boss. Missed the first 4 Nationals of 2014 due to injury. Team U.S.A. placed 2nd overall. Supercycle 1800 Hardtail Mountain Bike, Grey, 26-in W W W Supercycle 1800 Hardtail Mountain Bike, Grey, 26-in. Because mountain biking was becoming so popular, other American road racers riders like Rishi Grewal and Steve Tilford were taking to the dirt. Flying T Ranch was founded in Southwest Colorado by John and Kathy Tomac in 1993. Our director was Stanley Szozda, this Polish guy who had won the Peace Race and was just a really great guy.. I knew how things worked, and you just have to accept that. In the late 1980s and 90s, his image was everywhere. 368 ft. Altitude start. Photo Source: Kathy's Instagram. [13] Going into the penultimate round of Monster Energy AMA Supercross in East Rutherford, NJ, Tomac held a 3-point lead over Dungey. Thats his way to relax when hes not busy on the ranch or traveling the motocross circuit with Eli. In an e-mail, Tomac said he was working on options for the brand including selling the trademark, or exploring another licensing agreement. Shortcuts arent really Tomacs style. It is ironic that I rode a carbon trek Y-50 for years with no issues, and the break an "All Mountain" rig with nearly 6" of travel. "Video Guide to Mt. At the same time, an industry was bubbling up. Free shipping for many products! I own all the above bikes, The Eli was the best riding bike of the lot. Rear shock has taken FOREVER to dial-in. Both Tomac and Smith were devastated to stop the production as they held the bikes very dear to them. John Tomac stated that he had been hesitant about his son getting involved in racing. Seeing how passionate his son is, John has volunteered to become his manager and thus oversees the rider's schedule. The design looks like it would place unreasonable forces on some of the tubes. Pretty much there now but the piggy back reservoir is a nightmare to adjust - for whatever minute air pressure you add to the chamber you more than loose everytime you remove the shock! He relocated the company to Nebraska and set in place plans to relaunch the Tomac brand with a new model range in 2007. Some of them include Mongoose, Motorola, 7-11 Pro team, and Raleigh Cycles. And once I got onto the Celestial Seasonings Team, thats when I really started to grow. Although he failed to win any of the three individual NORBA series, he won the overall NORBA title for the third year in succession. Get the latest mountain bike reviews, news, race results, and much more by signing up for the MTBR Newsletter. In 1987, John Tomac appeared in one of the first instructional mountain biking videos ever produced, entitled The Great Mountain Biking Video[5] produced by New & Unique Videos of San Diego, California. Great do anything bike: climbs, decends, carvesperfomance wise I think it is among the best. After his retirement, John purchasedan 800-acre property at Cortez, Colorado, and opened a ranch. The American racer, Eli Tomac's net worth is estimated at $1.6 million. Nikki Lastreto & Swami Chaitanya Biography 2023, Relationships, Career, and More. One link that cracked on my 2004 frame does not appear to have been strenthened. So, John Tomac would practice on the roads. Unfortunately, the frame began to crack in multiple places along welds. I knew I wasnt going to be that successful if I didnt go that direction. It was wild. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Profile Design John Tomac Barends "SID-Blau" Vintage MTB Mountain Bike at the best online prices at eBay! Notes: 1) The AMA Motocross Season (MX) is 12 rounds, The AMA Supercross Season (SX) is 17 Rounds. He took me to some of my first mountain bike races in California. I'd estimate i've ridden it 20 times to and from work. The man was born to parents named John Tomac (father) and Kathy Tomac (Mother) in Cortez, Colorado, US. ABG warrantied the frame with a Litespeed Niota after droping the Tomac brand. I normally ride a bike with about 120mm of suspension, 650b wheels and three-inch-wide tires to handle the nasty, rough terrain.. I am 200lbs and ride fairly hard, but do not abuse my bikes and keep them well maintained. Led Zepplin I, Homework, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) Theres something enduring and magical about a stars debut. Granted, they've had a storied past given the ABG ownership, but Joel Smith and Co, the new owners, are 100% committed to the brand. The farm is also open for horseriding and has beautiful oxen and other livestock. This rough-hewn life can seem at odds with Tomacs years as a professional bike racer. The first true World Championships for XC and DH, sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale, were held in Durango, Colorado, in 1990 where John placed 4th in the downhill. By the autumn of that year, he had won his first two major mountain bike events: the Ross Fat Tire Stage Race in Massachusetts and the Supercross Mountain Bike Exhibition race held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. From 1988 to 1991, Tomac dovetailed professional programs in both mountain biking and road racing. He would be at a no-name kermesse in Belgium one week, then racing downhill at Vail, Colorado, the next. He made his 450cc debut part way into the 2013 Supercross schedule, and moved to the class full-time in 2014. The retired pro bike racer, winner of world championships, world cups and national titles in multiple disciplines, knows that no one ever said ranching was easy. All his fans are eagerly waiting for their incredible journey as a husband and wife. Living in L.A.s San Fernando Valley, Tomac was surrounded by mountains. [RARE]ATI John Tomac Grips Old MTB Black MOUNTAIN 120mm 90s USA NOS NO PLUGS, John Tomac Poster Mongoose Bell Helmet advert 17x22" Mountain Bike Champion NOS, [RARE]ATI John Tomac Grips Old MTB Purple MOUNTAIN 120mm 90s USA Unused NEW, Iboc Mountain Bike Stem Quill 22.2 Cromoly Eroica Tomac Tinker Old School Vintag, Rare Set of Profile Design John Tomac Mountain Bike Handlebar Ends, Vintage ODI Grips John Tomac Mushroom Black Mountain BMX 22.2 mm 1980s MTB USA, Kenda Small Block Eight 29x2.1 Folding Bead Dual Tread Compound John Tomac DTC, Kenda Nevegal 26 x 2.1 Folding Bead MTB Tire Low Miles John Tomac Signature, Kenda Small Block Eight 8 26 x 2.10 MTB Folding! Tomac first participated in cycle racing at the age of seven. He was a true all-rounder, having won major national and international titles in four different disciplines, including medals in both XC and Downhill world championships. John Tomac (born November 3, 1967 in Owosso, Michigan) is an American former professional cyclist who competed from 1985 to 2005. When forming his own team, Tomac Attackalso opened uphis own biking company, Tomac Bicycles, with his business partnerDoug Bradbury. Specialized SJ FSR, Giant VT2, Fisher Cake, Trek fuels, Jamis Dakar, Craftworks FR125, very good frame, light and stiff, climbs well and dont bob, it is now broken after only 10 rides.5 fissures in the welds, it was an incredible bike i mounted but it has broke, i dont really understand how a frame costing 1400 eu can break in 1 6 months of normal use..very bad tomac. I did pretty much all the NORBA Nationals and I think 10 world cups a year, he says. Back in 2016, Eli with his lady love visited New York City to spend quality time together. [12] Tomac spent the 1998 season competing on his new prototype design in DH events. And then the rest of the time, Id be with the road team.. Tomac has employed the latest carbon manufacturing technology - with custom weaves and high force vacuums to eliminate bubbles and irregularities in the carbon lay-up . The man was born to parents named John Tomac (father) and Kathy Tomac (Mother) in Cortez, Colorado, US. I don't know what I'll do for next frame. After one season, I was already one of the top-10 guys nationally. Geometry, shock access and tuning, chain suck. My frame broke after a few months of riding. The BMX rider surelyloved his 2-wheelers. Looking into a Yeti, or Specialized FSR 120. Eli is recognized as a professional motocross racer. [14], Tomac's son, Eli Tomac is a professional motocross racer competing in the AMA motocross and supercross national championships riding for the Yamaha racing team. In 2006, businessmanJoel Smithbought the rights. Tomac said he was disappointed that the arrangement with Smith did not work out. We also have all the accessories you need for your mountain biking outings. Seeing that the frame broke on the welds, and now reading that it has happened to others, multiple times! By achieving the highest combined points total from the National Off-Road Bicycle Association's (NORBA) Cross-country, Downhill and Dual Slalom championships, Tomac won the overall title of NORBA World Champion. For fans, this is great news as he is loyal to his love. Thats not how things worked back then.. [2] Tomac became a mountain bike racing icon in the late 1980s as the sport began to develop beyond its formative years. Bought the frame for only 550 from CRC to replace the Superlight that I cracked. Here is an interview of John Tomac where he speaks about racing and family. No permits, everybody just shows up at a certain canyon at 8 oclock in the morning. [10] He joined Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing for the 2022 season. 1 1 Eli Tomac 0.840 2 1 Eli Tomac 1.647 3 1 Eli Tomac 1.944 4 1 Eli Tomac 2.159 5 1 Eli Tomac 1.901 6 1 Eli Tomac 1.545 7 1 Eli Tomac 1.732 8 1 Eli Tomac 1.589 9 1 Eli Tomac 1.191 10 1 Eli Tomac 1.562 After crashing with other riders at the start of the 2nd Moto, Eli put on a charge racing all the way up to a 3rd place finish. Because, lets face it: he made it look easy. Floats over small bumps. Individually talking about Jessica Steiner, she is the owner of the Mountain Paws Rescue Center. The Tomac Signature bike was "Steeper and tighter than virtually any bike out there," wrote Keith Mills in a review for Bicycle Guide. Trying to access the shock to adjust air pressure is also a pain - best done by dropping one end of the shock out everytime. Or Wayne Gretzky zip down the ice. Find out more about our sponsored content policies here. Although, this should really not have much stress unless the chainstay pivot flexes. Just not strong enough. John Tomac Mountain Bikes MTB poster 18x24", SRAM John Tomac Poster 24x36" Mountain Bike 1998 2 sides NOS, SRAM John Tomac Poster 24x36" Mountain Bike Champion Ned Overend NOS, Vintage Johnny Tomac Mountain Bike Bar End Left Only Black, Vintage 580 mm John Tomac Profile Design Triple Butted Aluminum MTB Bars-25.4, Derailleur hanger for Tomac Eli RLX, Litespeed Niota Ti, Merlin 5.25 | D58 Pilo, RockShox Judy XC Cantilever 26" 1 1/8" Threadless 200mm Vintage Fork Tomac Trek, ! #071-1556-2. Canyon Cashes In: Wall Street Suddenly Loves Riding Thanks to Cycling Boom, Bikepacking Roots Seeking New Members for Board of Directors, Industry Hit Hard by Wildfires in Santa Cruz, TAMBA Begins Reconstruction of Tyrolian Trail in Tahoe. I will miss it. In 2022, after winning the both the 450cc AMA Supercross and AMA Motocross titles, Eli accepted the team captain position in the MXGP class once again. Is Kelly McGillis' Ex-Husband Fred Tillman Still A Restaurateur? Photo of Tomac Primer 220 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Although he failed to win any major road titles in a season in which he entered more than 100 road and mountain events, his schedule included the Tour of Flanders, the Giro d'Italia and ParisRoubaix. [10], Eli is married to Jessica (Steiner) Tomac and together they have 2 children: daughter, Lev Loe and son, Noah Grey. The brand name was later acquired by American Bicycle Group, which in turn sold it to Joel Smith, formerly a brand manager at Answer Products, in June 2006. 4", 4.75", 5.5" adjustable travel options versatility. Submit a correction suggestion and help us fix it! When asked which type of racing was his favorite, the professional would, without missing a heartbeat, say that mountain biking was his favorite. Was hoping I could get a new eli on warranty, but ABG clearanced out all the remaining Tomacs as they stopped representing the line. This bike does everything.it climbs great and descends great!!!! Apart from this, Eli also earns from other sponsorships like Monster Energy, Kawasaki, All-Star, Bell Helmet, PPG industry, and so on. Ultra-rare classic John Tomac 98 Special Pro Full-suspension Racing Mountain Bike No one has this bike in San Diego County! What have you accomplished?, As he closes in on his 50th birthday, Tomac still likes to get out and ride trails. Chase Sexton finished 2nd in Moto 2 with Justin Cooper scoring a 4th place leaving Team USA in the drivers seat for the overall win. Flying T Ranch was founded in Southwest Colorado by John and Kathy Tomac in 1993. John Tomac (born November 3, 1967 in Owosso, Michigan) is an American former professional cyclist who competed from 1985 to 2005. Still, Smith said he was miserable parting ways with Tomac, a brand he is obviously still very passionate about (Smiths Skype handle is Tomacfan). I have to think we will see some sort of version of this bike soon. The professional cyclist is mighty proud of both his children. Handled Great, Sturdy, Feels like a dream. Best Match Powered by Whitepages Premium AGE 60s Kate M Tomac Roulette, PA Aliases Kate M Reynold View Full Report Addresses W Branch Fishing Creek Rd, Roulette, PA Tomac the man, who previously ran the brand in the late 1990s, said he does not see himself taking control of the day-to-day operations of the brand right away, but it could be possible in the future if he retains ownership. The race was held at Red Bud MX in Buchanan, MI. There was a time during the Racing game in Toronto, Canada, and Eli was a part of it. The winner of the 1991 World Championship has been married to the gorgeous Kathy Tomac for many decades now. In 1997, five years after his last World Championship medal, he finished second in the downhill event at Chteau-d'Oex in Switzerland. It cracked like so many of them. Supercycle 1800 Hardtail Mountain Bike, Black, 26-in W W W Supercycle 1800 Hardtail Mountain Bike, Black, 26-in. Missed the remaining Nationals after Round 3 of the 2015 MX Series due to injury. Both sons respect their father and get inspired by their father's dedication. Climbs like a mountain goat and bombs down hill effortlessly. Both of John Tomac's sons have grown up and have been successful in their own fields of work. Greg is a pilot in the US Air Force and has dedicated his life to the country. There is work to be done. The duo shares a stronger bond that can be easily visible on their social media platform. Eli Tomac (born November 14, 1992) is an American professional Motocross and Supercross racer competing in the AMA Supercross and Motocross championships; a two-time AMA Supercross Champion (2020 & 2022), a five-time AMA Pro Motocross Champion and a Regional 250 Supercross Champion. Like his father, the young dad isa great racerand has been considered a prodigy as he won his professional debut event, the 250cc AMA Hangtown Motorcross season. Have to say that the traction for technical climbs is superb and the bike can be set to be pretty much completely bob free, but if you ever ride a Giant VT frame in comparison (for example) you'll realise how better the suspension realises its travel. Look for a thourough review on the Niota soon. AMA 450cc Supercross: 48 Trying to see if they will warranty frame. Yes, it is. It's got too vertical seat and head angles for a 5.5" travel bike and now that I've slackened the angles with a 6" travel triple crown (XC) fork, the BB feels high. Talking about his father, he is a great man famous as a former competitive BMX and Mountain Bike racer. Kathy Tomac, in relation, is the mother of Eli Tomac. The farm operation included Grass and Alfalfa production, but the Tomac family soon added a small 1 acre vineyard nestled below the infamous landmark, Battlerock. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Derailleur Hanger 84, Iron Horse Sunday Downhill Bikes 05-09, Tomac Vanish, OEM at the best online prices at eBay! In 2013 fresh off of his Outdoor Motocross 250cc title he was chosen for the MX2 position. A crash in the first Moto relegated him to 16th. [14][12], Tomac began the 2017 AMA Motocross Championship season with 5 consecutive moto wins and 5 consecutive overall wins. Team U.S.A placed 5th overall. DESCRIPTION. He won his first outdoor 450cc event at the 2014 Spring Creek National in Millville, Minnesota, US. Kelvin van der Linde Biography - 2 Times GT Masters Winner. Smith sunk his lifes savings into Tomac the brand when he took control of it in 2006 after American Bicycle Group let the license lapse. The 2 tubes that snake down from the seat tube were very faint, but there. John Tomac has two sons, Greg and Eli. 240 ft. Altitude max. Greg is in the US Air Force while Eli is a motocross racer. And wherever he went, he won. Back in 1988 our sister 'zine Mountain Bike Action tested a Klein that spurned the flat handlebars, which by then had become a signature of the mountain bike set. He didn't win titles right away or through his first five years (from 1999 through 2003). John Tomac runs this operation. At that point I was having more success on the mountain bike, and my value was higher there than it was on the road., There were other reasons, too. 2005 frame is beefed up in most of the 2004 problem areas. Similarly, Eliis engaged and hisfianceeJessica Steinerexpressed her excitement to marry the wonderful man shortly. Or there, pictured in a full-page ad, wearing Oakley Blades and a flat-top haircut, holding the latest new stem in his hands. Why not? Unfortunatly, the frame cracked at the welds at the lower seat stays. Nervous about it breaking. He turned professional in 1985 and spent his last year of BMX competition contesting events as a privateer. Eli is the younger son of them, making Greg an elder one. The man is obviously in admiration of his partner Jessica. Looking back, he says it was an interesting experience straddling two different worlds. Likewise, although cycling may seem like a tame sport, people have managed to introduce a lot of excitement to it. Tomac hit the scene in the late 1980s, just as the sport of mountain biking entered its adolescent phase. Tomac became an innovator in product development, working with various brands including Bell Helmets to help advance off-road equipment during an era of experimental progression. He raced professionally on the road from 1988 - 1991, usually racking up more than 100 racing days split between dirt and pavement. The next hed be hammering the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix with Team 7-Eleven. She loves to help her husband around, and most importantly,horseriding. He hooked up with the Rainbow Sports club in L.A. and entered some local races. However, in the main event, a series of mistakes led him to finish in 8th place. The cool high desert nights and warm summer days along with the heat gathered by the massive sandstone formation, make it a unique and special place for viticulture. In mountain biking terms, there has never been another racer quite like John Tomac, and quite possibly there never will be. ABG still backs the frames with a 3 year warranty from the date of purchase, so worst case senerio, I become a Niota owner again.which I would sell and try something different. And in the world of mountain biking, few stars have shone brighter than John Tomac, who burst onto the scene in 1987 aboard his first signature bike, made by Mongoose. The farm has been named Flying T Ranch and is open forvisiting customers. He liked going fast, loved competition, and worked hard to get better. That era of road cycling versus that era for mountain biking youre talking about two different creatures entirely.. At that time road racing was fairly well developed in the U.S. I would bet compotent hardtail riders climbing and make them look rediculous on decents. When it comes to motocross racing, the one undeniable name for motocross fans is Eli Tomac. Monster Energy SX 450cc series leader has impressive racing DNA. Tomac officially retired from professional competition in 2000, but continued to compete in selected events until 2005. That was a pretty rapid rise in results.. He said that it's better to not participate at all than to try and win by cheating. Has cracked where rocker link joins the main frame. In 2022 Tomac won a record setting sixth Daytona Supercross passing previous record holder Ricky Carmichael with five. He was subsequently awarded the Best Male Action Sports Athlete ESPY Award at the 2022 ESPY Awards. John Tomac's fatherworked at a GeneralMotors factory while his mother worked in various fields of work in their hometown. After making hisprofessional debutin 1984 at 16, the racer had an upward climb before him. I'm surprised there hasn't been more recent discussion of Tomac Bikes. I have a tomac buckshot as a backup bike from 2001 and the frame is the same. First Ride: Tomac Supermatic 120 1999.99 (frame + shock) The Supermatic 120 is Tomac's new short travel trail bike sporting full carbon fibre front and rear triangles. I am not easy on equipment. Sweet bike. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. The 2020 MX season was shortened to 9 Rounds. . A forum community dedicated to Mountain Bike owners and enthusiasts. All rights reserved. From humble beginnings, Johnny T started competing on two wheels aged just seven years old and soon rose to national prominence as a BMX racer before turning pro for Mongoose in 1985. The following year, he finished in fifth place at the DH World Championship held in Bromont, Canada, and had to settle for second place behind Switzerland's Thomas Frischknecht in the XC World Cup rankings (though there were two event wins again). And then, after a strong showing at the Tour de Trump stage race in 1989, he was recruited by the biggest pro team in the U.S., 7-Eleven. To watch Tomac in those years was like seeing Michael Jordan take flight. More significant was the weld on the lower linkage to the front triangle. Need more time to evaluate before writing a review. His first 450cc Supercross win came in 2015 at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. The family of John, Kathy, Greg and Eli settled in McElmo Canyon to operate a working farm and ranch after Johns retirement from World Cup Mountain Bike racing. It was maybe due to his dad's involvement in motors that led John to love cycling a lot more. He was a kid riding his BMX bike. Eli Tomac (born November 14, 1992) is an American professional Motocross and Supercross racer competing in the AMA Supercross and Motocross championships; a two-time AMA Supercross Champion (2020 & 2022), a five-time AMA Pro Motocross Champion and a Regional 250 Supercross Champion. As a longtime fan and friend of Tomacs, he had the rare combination of passion and bike industry business savvy from his eight years in product, marketing and sales at Answer and Manitou. Everybody raced a ton of days, there was no sitting out and getting ready for one or two events. Copyright 2023 Cycle World. There, he and his wife,Kathy Tomac have a lot of livestock that they take care of. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Joel Smith took over the Tomac brand in 2006 and recently discontinued the license. He was a versatile rider who competed in multiple disciplines including; BMX racing, cross-country, road racing, trials riding and downhill racing. He would go on to win the 2017 motocross title scoring a total of 470 points. His first title came in 2004. They did replace it with a Litespeed Niota AL. The couple looks happy together, and it couldn't be surprised for all if one day Eli announces Jessica as his future wife. I weigh just under 80 kg (approx 170 lbs for you yanks). This is a follow-up to an earlier review. AMA 125cc Motocross: 12 I've bought a Thomson seatpost with layback but I've still not (despite loads of adjustment and spending loads of cash) found a riding position where I feel 'in' the bike and secure with it. 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