Series: OMRRA
Date: Oct 23-24

Classes raced and results
600 Supersport - 1st
600 Superbike - 1st
Formula Ultra - Crash (unhurt)

These championships are dedicated to the memory of some dear friends, never forgotten -
Mike Battle, Keith Pinkstaff and Duane Grand.

What a year folks. Here are the 2010 stats:

• 14 Race weekends
  
• 42 Races
  
• 460 racing laps
  
• 30 Podiums
  
• 9 Race Wins
  
• Another endless supply of lifelong memories and great times!

Also, I want to thank my Dad for coming with me this weekend - it was great to spend some time with him.

Congratulations
I would like to start this report by congratulating all my fellow OMRRA racers and competitors, specifically a few key players:
Alan Schmidt - Al, congratulations on your unprecedented seventh overall title with OMRRA. Bud you own this place like no one else. Also, huge congrats on your upcoming addition to the family!
Tony Porter - Tony, what can I say. It's fantastic to see you riding so well with so much control. I look forward to seeing you on track next year. Congrats on your well deserved wins my friend!
Chris Ancien - Chris, congrats on riding so well this season. I can honestly say that your form forced us to find another level. I appreciate your tenacity.
Kevin & Brian Pinkstaff - Lads, it's an absolute honour to be on track with you. Brian, you're riding exceptionally well. Keep this up and I'll be a lapped rider in no time! Kevin, congrats on your return to winning form. Glad I don't race 750's! It's exciting to see you both of you doing so well. I know Keith is smiling.

The races.
I'm struggling to keep this short as I have so much to say and don't want to bore you with too many details.
Coming into this weekend we had one job to do; win every race. In each of our respective classes we were in contention to capture the championships provided we won the race. Seems simple enough doesn't it? Saturday's 600 race was extremely tough. We started the race on dry tires but by lap six the rain had returned soaking the track which made things extremely challenging. Luckily we managed to keep the bike upright and get the win. Sunday came and brought with it a huge weather system and torrential rains. In the 600 superbike race we set out and just managed to keep ourselves upright for the win despite the horrid conditions. At this point we had been extremely fortunate to capture two class championships, but the "big one" was still ahead. Formula Ultra (our SuperBike class). Going into the race I had a small points lead over Alan Schmidt and Tony Porter, but that lead wasn't enough for me to take it easy and get the championship. Simply put we had to finish in front of Al if we wanted to win; no easy task I assure you. For the race we opted to ride, yet again, our 600 as conditions were wet, wet, wet. I got a decent start and pushed hard to get into the lead. I had to make everything count as I knew this was going to take everything we had and then some. Regrettably my race ended on lap six when the front tire tucked in turn eight sending me sliding off the track (unhurt - picture to the left). To be honest, the next few moments were hard for me to deal with as I watched our championship hopes literally slide away. As they say, that's racing. I've had my share of fortune in racing and this just wasn't my day. This time I wasn't able to deliver the goods for the team, but I have to accept what happened, learn from it, move on and come back stronger.

The "thank you" section! There are so many people, sponsors, friends and family who make this possible. I thank you all!

Don Beck - Don, I don't really have words to express my gratitude not only for your sacrifices and efforts for our program but for how lucky I feel to have you working with me. For a first year together I think we made huge strides and hope that we can continue this form in the coming year. Thanks for helping me extend trust.

Zlock Racing - As I mentioned before, thank you just doesn't seem to be enough for all that you've done for me.

Pirelli - Tom Young, Chris Young, Kevin Graham, Richard Moore, Jeff Johnston and everyone at Pirelli. Thank you for your continued support of me with your amazing tires.

Jeff & Francie LaMarche - I can't find words to thank you two for all that you did for us this year. You made each weekend so incredibly relaxed and fun. Thank you!

Competition Motors - Again, Tom, thanks for everything.

Canadian Biker Magazine - John M, John C, and the entire crew at the magazine, thanks for your continued faith in me.

Joe Rocket - Bruce and everyone at Joe Rocket, thank you for keeping me safe in the best suits available.

Arai - Bruce, what can I say but thank you for keeping me safe with the best helmets on the market.

Lifestyle Markets - Carmine and everyone at Lifestyle, thank you for supporting me with the nutrition I need to be my best.

Paulson's - Thanks to Chris and everyone at Paulson's for their continued support!

SG Power - Jeff and the crew at SG, thank you for all you do!

Performance Coatings - Brad and the Gua family, thanks for being such an amazing friend to me.

ACME - What can I can I say? Mark and Elaine, I love ya.

SIDI - Poul, thank you for your continued support!

Hindle - Lee, thank you for continuing to support me with the best exhaust systems on the market.

Flexi Glass - Trev, you're a stud. Thanks for all your support!

EBC Brakes - Garry, hands down you are one of the best guys in the industry. Thanks for your continued support!

GP Suspension - Dave, thanks for all your support over the past several seasons. You're the man!

Mike Sullivan Motorcycle Road Racing School - Mike, you've always been a champ on and off the track. Thanks for your generosity, support and friendship.

Silkolene - Jim, thank you for your continued support of me. The product is hands down the best we've ever used.

Moto-bits - Brent & Vicky, thanks for all you do.

Pazzo - Marcus, what can I say? Your stuff rocks bro, thank you!

Graphic FX - Jay, your support means a lot to me, thank you!

Over The Top - BF, you are one of my best friends, and certainly the biggest! - Thanks for all you do and who you are to me and my family!

Factory - Marc - thanks for all you do.

TYR SOX - Richard, you are our tire heating god. Thank you.

PSSR - To Janice and the entire crew at PSSR, thank you.

Paint by Burns - Burnsey, you're one in a million. Thanks for all you do.

Radar Hill - Dan, Rog and the entire team at Radar Hill, thank you.

Circuit 1 - Steve, what can I say…… :o) … thanks for the support bud.

LP - Thanks to everyone there for their support

OGIO - Jeff, thank you for your continued support.

James and Lidia Cyr - Guys, I love you! Thanks for being such amazing friends to me.

The Pinkstaffs - Congratulations on another great year of racing together. Here's to more!

Brian Moe - Bri, you're my token "funny guy" at the track. Thanks for being my friend.

Janice Logan - Janice, you're a gem and I'll never forget how much you've helped us over the years.

My family at SAGE - I feel fortunate to have you in my life.

My family and friends - Thank you to my amazing wife, kids and family for your support of me being my authentic self. And thanks to all my friends for their support. It means more than you'll ever know.

Stay tuned

Oliver