To all of our law enforcement and firefighting men and women.
The Moto-X-Coatings team consists mostly of Law Enforcement and Firefighting personnel.
We all race the East Coast and West Coast Fire and Police MX Nationals, The Ohio and Indiana Benefit races, as well as the Ohio Police and Fire Olympics.
The Ohio Fire and Police Benefit races held every year raise money for the Burn Unit of Children's Hospital Medical Center Of Akron, Ohio, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
The Indiana Fire and Police Benefit races held every year raise money for the March of Dimes and The Hoosier Burn Camp.
If you would like to join us, visit the individual websites below and signup on our message boards. There you will see all of our upcoming rides and races. You will be able to meet everyone involved. This is a great opportunity for you to get involved with your fellow public servants.
If you are not a law enforcement officer or a firefighter, you can still participate in our events.
The FPMX Nationals, and both the Ohio and Indiana Benefits contain a full lineup of classes open to the public.
Read below for the history of each of these events and for the charities that we ride for.
History:
The Fire & Police Motocross Nationals
The Fire & Police Motocross Nationals (FPMX) were established in 1989 by Los Angeles County Firefighter Ed Wilson. The first race was held on November 14th and 15th, 1989 at Perris Raceway in Southern California. With help from track owner Goat Brecker, Los Angeles County Firefighters Rick Rapier & Steve Marquez along with Ed's wife Sue Wilson, the first time event was a huge success.
Ed began his racing career in 1987 at the California Fireman's Olympics held at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, CA. where he won the Gold medal in the beginner class. Needless to say, Ed was hooked. The event chairman was L.A. City Fire Department Battalion Chief, John Mittendorf. Ed was so impressed by the event that he decided to take up motocross as his new hobby pushing aside basketball and golf. The idea to create the FPMX came to Ed after attending the 1988 California Fireman's Olympics in Northern California. The Nor Cal event did not come close to measuring up to the Mittendorf ran event, either did the local races that Ed began to attend that year.
Although showing up at local races with your bike in the bed of your pickup was fun Ed felt that motocross should be bigger than that. Longing for that feeling of camaraderie and competition with his fellow firefighters, Ed began to promote a once a year Fire & Police motocross event in Southern California. Over the years the Fire & Police Motocross nationals have developed into a multi State Series including Arizona, California, New York & Nevada. The FPMX also has chapters in Ohio and Indiana.
The FPMX Summer Series
The FPMX Summer Series started in 2001 and ran through 2006. This Series ran through the hot summer months with most races starting in the late afternoon and running into the evening hours featuring a 3 moto format. All races are held in Southern California. After taking 2007 off the FPMX Summer Series returned for 2008 with three events held at Perris Raceway.
Christmas GP/Toy Drive
This is possibly the most fun you can have on a motorcycle. Starting in 2002 the Christmas GP/Toy Drive has taken place at Glen Helen Raceway in early December. The participants generously donate toys for the less fortunate. In recent years the toys have gone to children of military families, many having a parent overseas serving our country.
Team FirePoliceMX.com Racing
In 2002 Team FirePoliceMX.com Racing was created to advertise for the Fire & Police Motocross Nationals. Professional privateer riders were able to get some support for their racing effort. In return the FPMX was able to reach Firefighters and Police Officers who shared the same passion for motocross. Over the years those riders carrying the FPMX colors include: Jason Wood, Rob Harper, Matt Hopkins, Ross Garcia, Jessica Snyder, Daton Beavers, Jeremy Chaussee, Tommy Harrison, Jason Partridge, Nathan Crawford, Gray Davenport, Ted Campbell, Aubriana Dunn, Rodrig Thain, Joe Oehlhof, Dennis Jonon, Anthony Charette, Kevin Rookstool, Tyler Kalisiak, Carlos Gonzalez, Eric Nye, Dennis Ewing, Bradley Graham, Austin Prescott and Ryan Beat. The team has gone from a pick up truck to a full blown race hauler and is continuing to make it's mark on professional Supercross.
Ohio Fire and Police Benefit Motocross
The Fire and Police Benefit Motocross was inspired by The Fire and Police Motocross Nationals (FPMN). Ed Wilson, a Los Angeles County firefighter, conceived the FPMN. Ed formed the FPMN to bring firefighter and law enforcement officers together for a great sporting event and to have a good time. Ed and his crew decided that they could further help the community by turning the race into a charity event. After seeing an advertisement for the FPMN, Ray Martin, an Akron firefighter, contacted Ed about starting a race in Ohio. Ed offered his advice and support and things got rolling.
In June 1999, a two-day event was organized thanks to the owners of Broken Spokes Raceway, Amy and her father Bob Grewell. They did a lot better than just hold the race: they donated the track and also worked the race! Brad Kaufman, Federal agent from Baltimore, Md., helped coordinate and secure sponsorships. (And has done so since the first race) Many of the racers told Ray that this was the most fun that they ever had racing and asked him to make it an annual event. Now, many of the racers state that as they are driving home from the race they are already planning the next year's trip. Many strong friendships have been made at this event. That's what this is all about, having fun, racing and meeting good people and raising capital for two very good charities!
In our seven years, we have raised over $42,500.00 through entry fees, raffles and donations. The proceeds have been shared between The Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Burn Unit of Children's Hospital Medical Center Of Akron, Ohio. We would not have been nearly this successful with out the support of our many great sponsors, including the track owners. We have raced at Broken Spokes Raceway, Crow Canyon, Scenic Highlands, Beans Bike Park and Spring Valley Raceway. Visit our sponsor page to link to the many great companies that support us in our efforts. Also remember to support those that support us!
The Fire & Police Benefit Motocross is a family oriented event. Spouses and children of FPBMX members are more than welcome to come and join in the racing. We offer race classes for all of the kids and also a women's class. There is camping available at the track.
The Fire and Police Motocross Nationals have held races since 1989. All of us with The Fire and Police Benefit Motocross hope to have the same success and longevity as our brothers in California.
ORGANIZATION OF THE FIRE & POLICE BENEFIT MOTOCROSS
COORDINATOR
Ray Martin- Akron, Ohio Fire Dept.
ray@firepolicebenefitmx.com
ASSISTANT COORDINATOR
Brad “Crash” Kaufman- Federal Agent -Baltimore, Md.
bk836@adelphia.com
CONTINGENCY MANAGER
Doug Sandor- Akron, Ohio Police Dept.
dsandor@ci.akron.oh.us
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
Brian Boss- Akron, Ohio Police Dept.
BBoss@ci.akron.oh.us
Ohio Police and Fire Games Motocross Division
PURPOSE: To provide athletic, professional and educational exchange that benefits all active and retired law enforcement officers and fire fighters and their families.
Indiana Fire and Police Benefit Motocross
The Indiana Fire and Police Benefit Motocross was inspired by The Fire and Police Motocross Nationals (FPMN), and Ohio Fire & Police Benefit Motocross. Ed Wilson, a Los Angeles County firefighter, conceived the FPMN. Ed formed the FPMN to bring firefighter and law enforcement officers together for a great sporting event and to have a good time. Ed and his crew decided that they could further help the community by turning the race into a charity event. After seeing an advertisement for the FPMN, Ray Martin, an Akron, OH Firefighter, contacted Ed about starting a race in Ohio. Ed offered his advice and support and things got rolling in Ohio.
After several trips to compete in Ohio, Jason Bush, a Portage, IN Firefighter, decided it was time to start another charity race. May 2006 will be the first annual Indiana Fire & Police MX race. Hosted by Dirt MX Race Park in Kingsbury, IN.
In seven years, the Ohio FPMX has raised over $42,500.00 through entry fees, raffles and donations. The proceeds have been shared between the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Burn Unit of Children's Hospital Medical Center Of Akron, Ohio. We plan to keep the tradition and offer donations to the March of Dimes and The Hoosier Burn Camp.
The Fire & Police Benefit Motocross is a family oriented event. Spouses and children of INFPMX members are more than welcome to come and join in the racing. We offer race classes for all of the kids and also a women's class. Camping available at the track.
The Fire and Police Motocross Nationals have held races since 1989. All of us with the Indiana Fire and Police Motocross hope to have the same success and longevity as our brothers in California and Ohio.
The Fire and Police Motocross Nationals