Davey Coombs Recaps Mini O’s History From 1990s, 2000s – Mini Os

Florida’s own Carmichael turned pro in September of 1996 and made his debut at the Steel City 125 National. A photo from that race was featured on the ’96 Mini O’s program, though he did not race the event. The next time Carmichael raced at Gatorback would be the season-opening 1997 AMA Pro Motocross Championship. His familiarity with the track might have helped the rookie’s chances to win. But then again, he also won the Glen Helen and Hangtown rounds!

That same year, Robbie Reynard decided to return to the Mini O’s despite the fact that he was already a professional with several 125 National wins to his credit. Of course he won the 125 Expert classes.

We could go on and on about all the super fast kids who have come out of the Mini O’s in this millennium: Ryan Villopoto, Davi Millsaps (who earned his first Racer X cover for his ’03 wins), Mike Alessi, Trey Canard, Eli Tomac, Malcolm Stewart, Justin Barcia, Jason Anderson, Zach Osborne, Cooper Webb, Adam Cianciarulo…. Instead, we’ll just share some of the press clippings from Cycle News over the years.

Remember to tune in this week to the live RacerTV.com coverage of the 49th THOR Mini O’s. Good luck to all the riders and their families, and Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.