On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross

Saison 1 Épisode 7 - Episode 7

1992 · 46 min

TV-14

Documentaire · Sportif

Supercross moves to Atlanta! In this next chapter of supercross history we get to see the initial southern influences on the sport as they transform a stadium into a supercross

Avec:Mark Barnett Bob Hannah Broc Glover

Réalisé par:Larry Huffman

S01:E01 - Episode 1

Starting in 1975, explore the history of supercross starting with the first televised supercross event.

S01:E02 - Episode 2

In 1979 Los Angeles, one of the largest crowds in supercross history, gathered to watch Bob “Hurricane” Hannah and other riders compete at the LA Superbowl of Motocross.

S01:E03 - Episode 3

By 1980 supercross gained proper recognition. The success of the 1979 LA Superbowl Motocross spread across the country. In this episode Larry goes back before the famous 1979

S01:E04 - Episode 4

We are at the Anaheim stadium for the first race of the 1981 season. This race launches the return of Mike Bell, as well as the return of “Bob Hurricane” Hannah

S01:E05 - Episode 5

Supercross comes of age in the early 1980’s at Anaheim stadium. A sellout crowd of over 70,000 fans witnesses the glory of these days

S01:E06 - Episode 6

As the supercross story continues to unfold, we go to the 1983 San Diego race at the Jack Murphy Stadium.

S01:E07 - Episode 7

Supercross moves to Atlanta! In this next chapter of supercross history we get to see the initial southern influences on the sport as they transform a stadium into a supercross

S01:E08 - Episode 8

1984 is upon us and the Atlanta Fulton County Stadium is up and running. Watch the qualifying heats as they demonstrate a style of supercross that transcends to the late 80’s.

S01:E09 - Episode 9

In this special episode, we cover dual races in 1985. One is happening in San Diego and the other is at the Anaheim racetrack.

S01:E10 - Episode 10

It’s 1985 in Pasadena. With the emergence of rider, Jeff Ward, watch as the other riders try to compete.

S01:E11 - Episode 11

It’s still 1985 in Pasadena and Los Angeles. The history of supercross becomes more personal as the introduction of home video impacts the documentation of the races.

S01:E12 - Episode 12

At the Los Angeles coliseum, the world champions are being held in 1985. Watch closely for the end of the race where we get to watch the term “sandbagging it” fully embodied.

S01:E13 - Episode 13

Welcome to one of the most exciting supercross races ever. Coming to you from the 1986 season opener from Anaheim stadium, a race you’ll never forget.

S01:E14 - Episode 14

We focus on the 1986 Phoenix supercross and the championship season of Ricky “Bad Boy” Johnson, in this episode.

S01:E15 - Episode 15

1986 Superbowl Motocross from the Los Angeles Coliseum. Rick Johnson has already won the championship, but that doesn’t mean the racing is any less exciting.

S01:E16 - Episode 16

The 1987 racing season has begun. We start at Anaheim stadium where Jeff Ward battles it out with Rick Johnson.

S01:E17 - Episode 17

The battle rages on between Jeff Ward and Rick Johnson as it’s showdown in San Diego at the Coors Anaheim Supercross race.

S01:E18 - Episode 18

This episode explores the emergence of arenacross in Atlanta, in 1987. Arenacross happens in a hockey arena instead of a stadium.

S01:E19 - Episode 19

The Fulton County stadium in Atlanta is closed for the season and arenacross has taken off. Despite the lack of supercross stars, the race provides a faster high-speed race