Motorcycle Sports

Dust to Glory

Don't be surprised if you feel a dry, tickling sensation in the back of your throat after watching the slam-bang racing documentary Dust to Glory. It's probably from the lingering sand and silt spewed from the knobby wheels of an array of machines that skitter from one end of the Baja Peninsula to the other. Using 90 cameras in a variety of formats, director Dana Brown captures the giddy danger of the race with truly visceral force. In 1967, a few California thrill-seekers had the Eureka spirit to take their homemade race cars for some whooping-up in the wide-open land just a few hours away. Since then, the Baja 1000 has turned into a party-fueled happening that's more akin to Burning Man than the Indy 500. It's billed as the world's longest nonstop race, running point-to-point for 1,000 miles through the Mexican desert from Tijuana to La Paz--pretty much the entire length of Baja.

Dana Brown is the son of Bruce Brown, whose 1966 film The Endless Summer sparked a surfing craze, and still holds up as an incomparable ode to the existential surfing lifestyle. Dust to Glory is by no means so profound and uses more of a Warren Miller thrill-marketing style (he of the annual throwaway extreme-skiing films). Cameras swoop down from helicopters, careen through silt, and are put into tracks over which vehicles pass at extreme speeds. In spite of the adrenaline rush, Dust to Glory is ultimately more about what people think about the higher implications of the competition. One veteran finisher describes it this way: "It's like having all 10,000 close calls of your life in one day. It makes regular life feel like slow-motion." --Ted Fry

Don't be surprised if you feel a dry, tickling sensation in the back of your throat after watching the slam-bang racing documentary Dust to Glory. It's probably from the lingering sand and silt spewed from the knobby wheels of an array of machines that skitter from one end of the Baja Peninsula to the other. Using 90 cameras in a variety of formats, director Dana Brown captures the giddy danger of the race with truly visceral force. In 1967, a few California thrill-seekers had the Eureka spirit to take their homemade race cars for some whooping-up in the wide-open land just a few hours away. Since then, the Baja 1000 has turned into a party-fueled happening that's more akin to Burning Man than the Indy 500. It's billed as the world's longest nonstop race, running point-to-point for 1,000 miles through the Mexican desert from Tijuana to La Paz--pretty much the entire length of Baja.
Dana Brown is the son of Bruce Brown, whose 1966 film The Endless Summer sparked a surfing craze, and still holds up as an incomparable ode to the existential surfing lifestyle. Dust to Glory is by no means so profound and uses more of a Warren Miller thrill-marketing style (he of the annual throwaway extreme-skiing films). Cameras swoop down from helicopters, careen through silt, and are put into tracks over which vehicles pass at extreme speeds. In spite of the adrenaline rush, Dust to Glory is ultimately more about what people think about the higher implications of the competition.

From the creators of Step Into Liquid comes this absolutely exhilarating film about the most notorious and dangerous race in the world: the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. Showcasing Mario Andretti, Robby Gordon, Johnny Campbell and J.N. Roberts, and packed with awesome helicopter footage, in-your-face POV shots and stories of raw courage, Dust to Glory follows a wild assortment of motorcycles, dune buggies, ATV quads and tricked-out trucks in a 32-hour dash across 1,000 miles of unforgiving terrain and delivers such pulse-pounding thrills that you feel like you've been there .

On Any Sunday

Film on motorcycle riding on racetracks, motorcross, and on the Mexican 1000 off-track trail race down the Baja peninsula.
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Media Type: DVD
Artist: ON ANY SUNDAY
Title: ON ANY SUNDAY
Street Release Date: 10/12/1999
Domestic
Genre: SPORTS

Faster

Even if you've never witnessed the intensity of MotoGP motorcycle racing, Faster will take your breath away. It's a perfect primer for newcomers, offering a comprehensive survey of the fastest sport on two wheels, and it's guaranteed to satisfy hardcore fans with its detailed history, profiles of the top riders from the 2001-02 seasons, highlights of spectacular crashes and unforgettable races, and a veritable feast of the best MotoGP cinematography you're ever likely to see. From front-and-rearview cycle cameras to swooping overhead track coverage, filmmaker Mark Neale immerses the viewer in the MotoGP experience, enhancing the adrenaline-pumping visuals with expert interviews and commentary (and cool, low-key narration by globetrotting cycle-lover Ewan McGregor) that any sportswriter would consider authoritative.

Literally and figuratively, a lot of ground gets covered: From Kenny Roberts and the late Barry Sheene discussing their innovative knee-dragging styles and the origins of rear-wheel steering to the colorful rivalry of Max Biaggi and reigning champion Valentino Rossi (including Biaggi's infamous "Elbow Incident" at Suzuka in 2001), Faster never loses sight of the human element that makes this ultra-dangerous sport so fascinating. Track physician "Dr. Costa" is profiled (and offers some eloquently philosophical thoughts about MotoGP riders), along with innovative rider Garry McCoy (plagued by injuries); former champion Wayne Rainey (now paraplegic and active in kart-racing); young prodigy John Hopkins in his rookie season; and several other prominent figures in the world of MotoGP.

The bonus disc includes Faster & Faster, a sequel covering the 2003 and 2004 seasons, which saw the rise of the 500cc 4-stroke engine (and speeds in excess of 215 mph), Ducati's dominance and trend-setting removal of engine silencers (to boost power); Rossi's move to Yamaha; the fatal crash of Daijiro Kato; the victories of Sete Gibernau; and the rookie debuts of Neil Hodgson, Ruben Xaus, and Shane Byrne. Through it all, Faster and its sequel serve as the ultimate guide to MotoGP, certain to inspire future champions and armchair fans alike. --Jeff Shannon

A heart-hammering sensation at Slamdance, Faster is an electrifying tribute to the white-knuckle world of the Motorcycle Grand Prix--the fastest sport on two wheels--where only the most audacious competitors race at speeds over 200mph and crash at over 100mph. Narrated by Ewan McGregor (Big Fish, Star Wars: Episodes I-III), Faster chases two seasons' worth of the world championship, featuring revealing interviews with riders, mechanics, doctors, commentators and fans.

The Doctor, the Tornado, and the Kentucky Kid: The Sequel to "Faster" (Ultimate Collector's Edition)

In 2005 the eyes of motorcycle fans across the globe were fixed firmly on California as one of the biggest races in MotoGP history blazed into action. Actor Ewan McGregor--a huge fan of the sport--narrates this documentary on the event.System Requirements:Run Time: 104 minsFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. Rating: NR UPC: 767685986035 Manufacturer No: NVG-9860

The Doctor, the Tornado & the Kentucky Kid is another motorcycle-racing feast served up by Mark Neale, the director of Faster. Where the earlier film focused on an entire season of MotoGP racing, DTK limits its coverage to the Red Bull Grand Prix at Laguna Seca, California, held over the weekend of July 8-10, 2005. This was the seventh and most hotly anticipated race of the '05 season, not only because Laguna Seca is one of MotoGP's most technically demanding and physically intimidating race courses, but also because it was the first MotoGP race held on American soil since 1994 (evidence of the sport's European emphasis and the efforts of corporate sponsors like Red Bull to popularize MotoGP in the U.S.). Like Faster, this film and its DVD bonus features are aimed squarely at established fans of MotoGP, but potential converts will find plenty to enjoy in Neale's comprehensive coverage of the 32-lap race. And, as any fan can tell you, the title refers to the nicknames of the riders who were key figures on that sunny afternoon: American Nicky "The Kentucky Kid" Hayden on his lightning-fast #69 Repsol Honda; American Colin "The Texas Tornado" Edwards on his #5 Camel Yamaha; and the Italian reigning champion, Valentino Rossi (Edwards' teammate), on his #46 Camel Yamaha.

American challenger John "Hopper" Hopkins is also prominently featured on his #21 Rizia Suzuki, but DTK doesn't flinch from the harsher aspects of a motorsport where success is never guaranteed. Thanks to the film's all-angle coverage of on-track rivalries, it's clear that Edwards and Rossi were the race's undeniable highlight, battling ferociously in the final laps while Hayden was in the lead. With celebrities in the crowd (including cycle fans Brad Pitt and Adrien Brody) and racing enthusiast Ewan McGregor once again providing dramatic narration, Neale's film suffers from occasional lapses in hi-def image quality (owing in part to video-feed static and the unavoidably harsh contrasts of sunny weather), but interviews and voice-overs from the riders keep things interesting from start to finish, along with a throttle-roaring 5.1 Surround soundtrack (with pulsing techno music by TomandAndy) that's the next best thing to being there. The Ultimate Collector's Edition has 11 additional scenes on disc 1 (including longer interviews and highlights from the 2006 Red Bull U.S. GP), and disc 2 consists entirely of "Interactive Racing" clips, allowing viewers to watch three climactic segments of the 2005 race from multiple angles. Switching between several onboard cameras is the closest that most of us will ever get to the sheer thrill of MotoGP, and that makes DTK a must-have DVD for race fans around the world. --Jeff Shannon

On Any Sunday - Re-Mastered-Director's Special Edition 2 Disc Set

Mention the name Bruce Brown in any crowd and someone will reply: "He is the reason I ride." Featuring Steve McQueen with music by the famed Dominick Fronteirie this is without a doubt the quintessential motorcycle film now digitally re-mastered and loaded with never-before-seen extras. Academy Award nominated Bruce Brown highlighted this intoxicating race world filled with rugged road riders and the grueling excitement of muddy and murderous motocross daring dune riding slicing the ice and the tortuous mayhem of the Baja 1000. The grandfather of motorcycle sport filmmaking now greets a new breed of sport riders and filmmakers which include sons Dana and Wade and grandson Wes with partner T.J. Barrack - all of whom had a hand in the Bonus Features for this incredible new DVD set. Wherever a reason whatever the season Bruceand his friends for decades with familiar names like Malcolm and Mert along with the new breed of riders taking the sport to the extreme can conjure up stories and tales of how they almost made it jumped it ate it killed it or trashed it on practically every Sunday.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. UPC: 012233331424 Manufacturer No: 333142

2007 Isle of Man TT review

Experience every pulsating moment of the 2007 TT in this two-disc Official DVD Review, featuring four hours of the best motorcycle road racing imaginable, and many of the biggest names in the sport. Detailed, expert coverage of all six races takes you to the heart of the action as reputations are built and broken. Records are smashed lap after lap as these remarkable competitors race for the ultimate prize. The incredible action from the world famous 37.73-mile Mountain Circuit is captured from every angle, featuring action from on-bike, aerial and kerbside cams - including an array of new vantage points and loads of never-seen-before footage. The Centenary TT had it all - Mountain Circuit legends John McGuinness and Dave Molynuex setting new standards to take their tallies to 13 wins apiece, blistering performances from Kiwi Bruce Anstey, a maiden win for rising star Ian Hutchinson and much, much more. Plus the emotionally-charged moment when McGuinness smashed his own outright lap record to become the first to lap at more than 130mph! Whether you were one of the 60,000 who joined the 100th birthday celebrations in the Isle of Man or one of the many thousands more who wished they could, this is the essential record of an incredible festival. Extra features include on-board laps with Steve Plater, Ian Armstrong and Nick Crowe, on-bike footage and telemetry with Conor Cummins, interviews with Phillip McCallen and Carl Fogarty, a history of the TT, a look at MV Agusta and profiles of Dave Molyneux and the Purple Helmets!

MotoGP 2007: Official Review

The MotoGP Season Review 2007 provides a blow-by-blow account of an historic first season of 800cc racing in the premier-class of Grand Prix. An unpredictable season of success for Casey Stoner and Ducati began in the opening round at Qatar, when the young Australian was the surprise winner of a fascinating duel with Valentino Rossi. Despite winning the next round in Jerez, Spain, the Italian was powerless to stop Stoner s charge to the title the 21-year-old becoming the second youngest World Champion in the sport s history with three rounds to spare. As well as Stoner s emergence as the new dominant force in MotoGP, 2007 also heralded a bright new dawn for Suzuki, who took their first win in five years, and Kawasaki. Each intriguing episode of the season is covered with a ten-minute account of each Grand Prix, including news from the build-up to the race and qualifying practice as well as comprehensive highlights of the race itself. Extra DVD features include a report on the new tire rules that came into play this season, a look at how a team communicates with its riders during a race via the pit-board and an exclusive interview with the new MotoGP World Champion.

Faster - Ultimate Collector's 4-Disc Set (Faster / The Doctor, the Tornado and the Kentucky Kid)

Welcome to the white-knuckle world of the Motorcycle Grand Prix--the fastest sport on two wheels--where only the most audacious competitors race at speeds over 200 miles per hour.Now you can experience the sheer thrill of the track with FASTER: ULTIMATE COLLECTOR'S EDITION. This four-disc set includes the films FASTER the festival-winning tribute to Moto GP and THE DOCTOR THE TORNADO & THE KENTUCKY KID an intense insider-look at the famed 2005 Laguna Seca race. Narrated by Ewan MacGregor and packed with hours of races bonus films interviews interactive features and more this adrenaline-laced collection is a must-have for lovers of pure unadulterated Moto GP action.INCLUDES TWO FEATURE-LENGTH FILMS ON 4 DISCS:FASTER: Covering four intense seasons of the Moto GP world championship over five continents FASTER reveals the world of professional motorcycle racing through interviews with top riders mechanics commentators and fans.THE DOCTOR THE TORNADO & THE KENTUCKY KID: This exciting follow up to the smash hit Faster tells the story of the biggest motorcycle race in American history--the 2005 Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Laguna Seca California.System Requirements:Running Time: 207 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: SPORTS/GAMES/MOTORCYCLE UPC: 767685113455 Manufacturer No: NNVG113451

Even if you've never witnessed the intensity of MotoGP motorcycle racing, Faster will take your breath away. It's a perfect primer for newcomers, offering a comprehensive survey of the fastest sport on two wheels, and it's guaranteed to satisfy hardcore fans with its detailed history, profiles of the top riders from the 2001-02 seasons, highlights of spectacular crashes and unforgettable races, and a veritable feast of the best MotoGP cinematography you're ever likely to see. From front-and-rearview cycle cameras to swooping overhead track coverage, filmmaker Mark Neale immerses the viewer in the MotoGP experience, enhancing the adrenaline-pumping visuals with expert interviews and commentary (and cool, low-key narration by globetrotting cycle-lover Ewan McGregor) that any sportswriter would consider authoritative.

Literally and figuratively, a lot of ground gets covered: From Kenny Roberts and the late Barry Sheene discussing their innovative knee-dragging styles and the origins of rear-wheel steering to the colorful rivalry of Max Biaggi and reigning champion Valentino Rossi (including Biaggi's infamous "Elbow Incident" at Suzuka in 2001), Faster never loses sight of the human element that makes this ultra-dangerous sport so fascinating. Track physician "Dr. Costa" is profiled (and offers some eloquently philosophical thoughts about MotoGP riders), along with innovative rider Garry McCoy (plagued by injuries); former champion Wayne Rainey (now paraplegic and active in kart-racing); young prodigy John Hopkins in his rookie season; and several other prominent figures in the world of MotoGP.

The bonus disc includes Faster & Faster, a sequel covering the 2003 and 2004 seasons, which saw the rise of the 500cc 4-stroke engine (and speeds in excess of 215 mph), Ducati's dominance and trend-setting removal of engine silencers (to boost power); Rossi's move to Yamaha; the fatal crash of Daijiro Kato; the victories of Sete Gibernau; and the rookie debuts of Neil Hodgson, Ruben Xaus, and Shane Byrne. Through it all, Faster and its sequel serve as the ultimate guide to MotoGP, certain to inspire future champions and armchair fans alike. --Jeff Shannon

MotoGP 2006: Official Review

The MotoGP Season Review 2006 provides a blow-by-blow account of one of the most exciting and closest campaigns ever witnessed in the premier-class of Grand Prix racing. A dramatic season of twists and turns began in the very first corner of the opening round at Jerez, when defending World Champion Valentino Rossi was knocked from his bike, and the excitement continued with further bouts of bad luck and breakdowns for Rossi coupled with some incredible performances that brought the Italian back to within striking distance of series leader Nicky Hayden for a title shootout over two gripping final rounds. Every nail-biting episode of the season is covered with a ten-minute account of each Grand Prix, including news from the build-up to the race and qualifying practice as well as comprehensive highlights of the race itself. Extra DVD features include a visit to HRC headquarters in Japan, a trip to the Michelin tyre plantations in Brazil, a behind-the-scenes look at life in on the road for a MotoGP rider with Britain's James Ellison and other exclusive footage.

A to Z MotoGP

The 'A-Z of MotoGP' is a definitive DVD guide to the fastest and most prestigious motorcycle racing World Championship on the planet. Covering everything from the factories and riders that have made up the glorious history of MotoGP to the present day rules and regulations, as well as the victory champagne celebrations, glamorous grid girls and spectacular crashes, this is essential viewing for every armchair motorcycle racer.

1. Aerodynamics
2. Brakes
3. Crashes
4. Ducati
5. Engine
6. Flags
7. G-Forces
8. Honda
9. Ignition
10. Jump Start
11. Kawasaki
12. Legends
13. Manufacturers
14. Nations
15. Overtaking
16. Pits
17. Qualifying
18. Rubbers
19. Suzuki
20. Tourist Trophy
21. Umbrella Girls
22. Valentino
23. Wildcard
24. X-Ray
25. Yamaha
26. Zoom In