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OX goes down in Mexico

ryanhagy — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:04:20 +0000

JEFF “OX”KARGOLA GOES DOWN IN MEX

On November 14th, 2009 the newest member of the AFMXA, Jeff “OX” Kargola was in a serious accident while pre-running the Baja 1000 in San Felipe Mexico. OX crashed, smashed his belly (probably with the bars digging in) and drove his head into the ground. He says he saw a bush shadow that may have been hiding a rock. His front tire missed it and his back tire hit it sending him into his crash at probably 50mph. He isn’t too sure but he knows he was riding down the highway after the crash through military check points without stopping. OX saved himself. Riding alone he got up and rode to the highway and towards San Felipe, a 45 mile ride. Eventually he got dizzy and was going to crash on the pavement and stopped in the middle of the highway. Some locals stopped and put him in their car and one rode his bike to SF.

At 11:22am the AFMXA received word that Jeff was in a clinic with a laundry list of injuries and we went to work! Medjet assist was called immediately as Dr. Gus Gialama’s stayed in constant contact with the Dr’s at the clinic in Mexico. By 2:45pm Medjet was in the air and Jeff was on his way home to be admitted to Scripps Mercy for proper treatment. He landed in San Diego at 5:03pm and was in surgery by 7:53pm to stop internal bleeding.

Because OX is a member of the AFMXA he knew he could contact us and we were able to assist him in a life threatening situation. We will continue to support him and look forward to his full recovery!

Although his medjet flight was covered by his membership, his hospital stay and surgeries are not. We are currently taking any donations to help support our friend and team member. so donate now at AFMXA.COM

Jeff Kargola

Murakami — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:46:53 +0000

Jeff Kargola had a serious accident in San Felipe Mexico while pre-running for the Baja 1000 this weekend. Jeff decided to go out by himself, went down 45 miles from anything, luckily was able to get back on his bike and make it to a highway where he was picked up by a truck driving by. He was able to contact Ryan Hagy and the emergency plan was put into motion. Through the help of the AFMXA, Jeff was medivaced via the AFMXA medjet assist program to Scripps Mercy in SD where he is currently being treated. He suffered broken ribs, internal bleeding and a severe concussion, and performed an exploratory surgery to assess his internal injuries.

They’ve concluded that Jeff had an incision on his intestine, some hematomas and bruising on his stomach. The doctor said he was very lucky with the location on his intestine, as it was close to something major. He’s in recovery and will be at Scripps for the next four days, and then at home for recovery for a month or so.

We will update you as we learn more.

Get well soon, Ox!

2009 AFMXA Pro/Am Event

Murakami — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:30:02 +0000

Congratulations to Wes Agee and Destin Cantrell for their performance in the first ever amateur FMX competition, organized by the AFMXA. Destin finished second in the Pro-Am division. Although he was not flipping, Destin beat all but 1 rider that was. Wes got hosed by the judges finishing fifth, but did take home the win in the Best Whip competition. Way to go, guys!

Catching up with Julion

ryanhagy — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:16:33 +0000

2009 Amateur FMX Contest

Murakami — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:12:25 +0000

If you weren’t at the Pala Raceway Saturday afternoon, you blew it. The first ever amateur and pro/am contests took place, giving the future of the sport their time to shine. Destin Cantrell and Wes Agee both placed well in the pro/am event and Wes took the win in the best whip event.

Am Finals

1. Rob Sakai
2. Jimmy Hill
3. Bryce Hudson
4. Kyle Demelo
5. Andy Bakken

Pro/Am Finals

1. Lance Courey
2. Destin Cantrel
3. Kieth Sayers
4. Nick Dunne
5. Wes Agee

Once the riding was done it was time to head over to the Casino for the 1st Annual FMX Awards where awards for best video part, biggest slam, new blood, mucho cohones, unsung hero, legends, and Lusk Legacy rider of the year awards were handed out. It was a night to remember as not only the greatest athletes in the sport were all in attendance, but it was also a night in which Jeremy Lusk was remembered as he was up for best video part and best spread in a mag. Photos from the event coming soon.

AFMXA 1st Annual FMX Winners

Best Riding Part in Video: Jermey Stenberg
Biggest Slam: Cam Sinclair
Best Spread in a Mag: Jeremy Lusk
New Blood: Levi Sherwood
Muchos Cohones: Robbi Madison
Unsung Hero: Lizz Leach
Legends Award: Mike Metzger
Lusk Legacy Rider of the Year: Blake Williams

SUNSET RIDING

ryanhagy — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:44:37 +0000

Fitz,OX and Agee riding in the sunset at the Lucas Oil off road race in AZ last week1

Destin Cantrell riding in the hills!

ryanhagy — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:33:00 +0000

Destin Cantrell has proven to the industry that he has the potential to be one of the best FMX riders in the buisness. Check out this video to see for yourself.. (thanks Sullen and ESPN.COM) for sharing this video with us!

AFMXA holds there first CPR training

ryanhagy — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:40:35 +0000

I was searching the web just now and came across this video that our friends at ESPN.COM put together. Its amazing to see the top athletes in the industry come together and try to make their sport safer. Thanks to the AFMXA for making this happen!!

NASCAR!

ryanhagy — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:55:12 +0000

Last weekend Derek Garland, and Nixey Danielson were out in Fontana at the Pepsi 500 putting on a show for all of the die hard NASCAR fans. They guys were out there for two days doing three shows per day. Rain was in the forecast but never quite hit the ground witch made the riding conditions almost perfect! check out MetalMulisha.com to see the video they put together.

Nixey D with the super fan of the day

Garland,Potter and Nixey showing some love to the fans after the show

Yes that is Derek Garland. He lost a bet and he is proving he is true to his word.

Things you might not know about Levi Sherwood

Murakami — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:07:16 +0000

Favorite video games: Mx vs ATV Untamed, Rockband, and Dirt 2.

Favorite place to eat: Jersey Mike’s subs

Favorite Osiris shoe: Corpse

Shoe size: 8.5

Favorite trick: Ruler flip

Favorite bands: Rise Against, Swollen Members, Rollingstones, and Sweatshop Union.

Favorite drink: Red Bull Cola

Hobbies outside of freestyle: RC cars, 50 riding, buying things, and filming The Lance and Levi show.

Latest purchases: Playstation 3, PS3 games, original Nintendo, and Sega Genesis.

Dream car: Audi RS8

Favorite TV shows: Eastbound and Down, Fantasy Factory, Nitro Circus, Pranked, and Bully Beat Down.

FMX inspirations growing up: Travis Pastrana, Nate Adams, Bilko, and Robbie Maddison.