Is it just me or is Kurtis Roberts....

[brookester]

SHAZBOT! :D

[motomadness]

IMHO I think Kurtis has to think a certain way to make it all worth something.  He could be sitting at home with dad living off of his father's riches, but instead he is out there giving it his all.  I think Kurtis' attitude is partially due to his father.  His father exudes a certain arrogance, but if you didn't have it, would the factories believe you really want it.  I know excuse really do nothing for you in the long run, but it may be that he needs to be better trained in front of the camera to improve his image, but keep his focus on the main prize.  I think he is a very rough diamond that has a real chance at winning the championship.

I saw the race a few times since Monday, and I did see where Kurtis and Gobert may have had a battle.  I think Kurtis was on the outside a little too long, Gobert held off the brakes, came in hard on Kurtis' inside and Kurtis couldn't turn in at the same time.

Hey in 2000 he won the AMA 600 and Formula Extreme Championships.  He definitely has the talent.  If he has a season with better luck, we may see him be in contention for the championship near the end.

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 He could be sitting at home with dad living off of his father's riches, but instead he is out there giving it his all.  I think Kurtis' attitude is partially due to his father.  

Jason Pridmore's father is relatively well-known.  Jason is one of the nicest guys you could talk to.  Kenny Jr. doesn't exude the same attitude as Kurtis.  A jerk is a jerk; I don't care who your father is.   ;)

[motomadness]

I have heard KRJR complain in the same manner as Kurtis.  He has blamed Suzuki efforts in developing new parts to his liking for the reason why he hasn't had the success since he last won the championship.  I think you just don't hear that much from KRJR because he not on th podium that often.  Find some old articles on him, you'll see what I am talking about.

I've met Reg Pridmore.  I don't think you can meet a nicer person.  He is a past champion that seeks to educate riders for the fun of the sport.  That kind of attitude was spawned into his son.  I think if the Pridmore's had the attitude of the Roberts' they would be out of business.  Their public persona must always be likeable, it's good for business, but I am sure there are times when show how they feel, just probably not in a public forum as the Roberts' choose to.