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18 Trail Rider www.TrailRider.com Even the youngest compe tors in the Stacyc class receive gold necklace medals, a small detail that leaves a las ng impression. The class structure is inten onally inclusive. From four-year-olds in the Pee Wee division to elite Pros, J Day offers compe on across a wide spec- trum of abili es and age groups. Classes include Pro and Women's Pro divisions, Amateur classes, Youth categories such as Mini Senior, Mini Junior, and Super Mini, A, B, and C skill levels, Electric classes, and even a non-compe ve Sportsman class for riders who want the thrill of racing with- out chasing championship points. This structure reinforces what J Day has always aimed to be: accessible, compe ve, and commu- nity-driven. A Proven Steppingstone The proof of a series' impact can o en be found in the careers it helps launch. J Day has served as a steppingstone for some of the world's most accomplished off-road racers, including New En- gland na ves Johnny Girroir, Ben Kelley, and Josh Toth. In addi on, na onal champions such as Cooper Webb, Zach Osborne, and David Knight have lined up at J Day events, bringing na onal-level talent to the local star ng line. For young riders growing up in the Northeast, that visibility ma ers. Compe ng on the same course as na- onally recognized names raises the bar and creates a tangible pathway from grassroots racing to professional compe on. Built for Spectators and Media Unlike tradi onal off-road formats that sprawl across miles of remote terrain, J Day's compact GP design makes it spectator and media-friendly. Fans and fam- ilies can watch mul ple race sec ons without hiking long distances and s ll enjoy a view of every sec on for more ac on-packed racing. That accessibility has fueled another major step for- ward: professional livestream produc on. AG Video captures events with 10 cameras, 2 drones, and experienced announcers to deliver polished, high-energy race coverage. Viewers can tune in live or watch on demand through pla orms like YouTube, RacerTV, and GP-TV. The pilot livestream coverage of the November 2, 2025, Wick event le many viewers with the same reac on: this is what modern off-road racing should look like, and they wanted more. For riders, it adds exposure. For sponsors, it adds value. For fans, it delivers a front-row seat to East Coast off- road racing without leaving home.