ATVR: The team has quite a few sponsors as we can see from all of the logos on the trailer. Which have been the most instrumental in the start of the team?
MC: A lot of my sponsors that I had with Temecula Motorsports just transferred right over, but companies like Maxxis Tires, Roll Design, Elka Shocks and DWT have been really helpful. Roll Design is probably one of the biggest. I've known Doug Roll for almost 20 years and he's supported my efforts for just as long, and I couldn't do this without his support. Guys like Doug or Martin Lamoureux from Elka and Doug Henlein of DWT aren't just sponsors, they're my good friends as well. Having these relationships with my sponsors is a huge help to my team.
Without any of my sponsors, I wouldn't be able to do this. That's why we try to have as factory looking of a pit as possible. Having the trailer wrapped, the custom E-Z Up's out, clean bikes and a clean pit area represent the companies as best as possible.
Even as a team owner, Mike...
Even as a team owner, Mike Cafro still battles it out in the Pro class every race.
ATVR: For those up-and-coming riders who dream up being part of a team like yours, what words of advice do you have for them?
MC: Don't just look at your racing finishes. You need to show the whole package in having your bikes look good, sponsor decal placement, being personable on and off the track and being organized. It's not just about going out and winning races. You need to make yourself marketable for potential sponsors. Just be as professional as possible in any situation.
ATVR: Thanks for your time, guys, and good luck on the remainder of the 2009 racing season.Team MCR would like to thank their sponsors for 2009: Maxxis Tires, Roll Design, Elka Suspension, Maxxis Tires, DWT Racing, Motoworks, Ricky Stator, Alba Action Sports, K&N, Streamline, Golden West Cycle, Tire Balls, Moto Pro Training, Pro Honda Oils, Works Connection, Tsubaki, Hinson, IMS, Quad Tech, PWR, Fasst Co., Maier, Trinity Graphics, Zing Racing, O'Neal and Smith.
Racing his first year in the...
Racing his first year in the Pro class, Josh Row has had solid top five finishes with Team MCR.