Riders / Sponsored Riders

Hometown: Sardinia, OH

Background: Steven is a graduate of Fayetteville High school, he is competing in Arena Cross 250 lites, AMA supercross' 250 lites and the outdoor series in the 250 lites. He rides the Kawasaki 250f and 450f. Steven works hard to be a top rider training 7 days a week and still fits in the traveling to races. Both Steven and us at Scorpion USA look forward to his rise through the standings.

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-34 Scream

Hometown: New Brighton, PA

Background: I have been riding motorcycles for the past 19 years, and started racing 15 years ago. When I was 15 years old, I moved to Raleigh NC to train and race on a full time basis. In 2007 I received my pro license. My greatest racing memory was racing at High Point NE regional qualifier with a broken fibula and winning the 450 Pro Sport class with the fastest lap times. I am very dedicated to my racing. Greatest Accomplishment: Winning the Thor outstanding Rider achievment award in 2006 - favorite track: Budds Creek - favorite Hobby: Snowboarding.

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-24 Vortex and Impact

Hometown: Milton, Ontario, Canada

Background: Like so many professional drivers, Tammy Wolf has powerboat racing in her blood. Growing up around the legends of powerboat racing, like Mark Rothemal, Spencer Dunn and Oley Berkus, she naturally had a drive for the sport.
Tammy started racing powerboats at age 18 and after 15 years of experience, there were no doubts that she is just as fast and tough as any guy who would care to pit against her.
After racing in numerous different classes, In 2005, she progressed to the Formula 3 (SST 60) class and was one of only a few race drivers in the series to become an international competitor by racing in both the Canada and the United States series. Tammy is the only woman to have ever won the American Powerboat Racing SuperLeague's Canadian Cup Award.
In 2007, Tammy unveiled her brand new Formula 3 Pugh powerboat with a new look. Despite some growing pains with the new boat and thanks to her incredible team and fans, Tammy has succeeded in progressing to the top of her class. 2010 concluded with a win at the Regional Championship in Indiana, a win in Detroit Lakes, MN, she secured a second place finish at the National Championships, a third place finish at the North American Championships. Tammy is the only woman to win the American Power Boat Association's United States second place points standings (US 2), as well as the first woman to receive a second place points standings in the SuperLeague Series Championship.
Tammy is honored to promote the sport of powerboat racing by making public appearances. She and the team are constantly being interviewed and signing autographs for fans. Despite her taxing schedule, Tammy always feels privileged to be a race boat driver and honored for the support of the team, fans and sponsors.

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-700 Fiore

Hometown: Asheboro, North Carolina

Background: Began racing at age 5. Started off racing in the District 13 and 29 series, eventually moved to the Mega and Ultra Series. I currently run 250 A and 450 A. Attended Loretta Lynn’s Amateur National in 2006 for the first time in 250 C Mod, then again in 2008 in 450 B Stock. I had decent results but just not as much luck as I needed. I am now in Pro class and this will be my 3rd year in A class, but during 2010 I was out with an injury so it will only be my second year actually racing in A class.

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-24 Vortex

Hometown: New York

Background: Justin Shultz started racing in 2007 after Graduating from Fordham University in New York, Today he races in several different series: AMA/Kenda National Hare and Hound Series, BITD, District 37, and the Big Six Grand Prix’s. Having Earned the NHHA #2 Open B Plate in 2010, he moved to the 250 A Class for 2011 where he hopes to earn the #1 plate. Adding some D37 and BITD races to the National Schedule he will also race the Glen Helen Endurance Races in the Pro Class this year. He has several overall wins under his belt in D37 in the Amateur Class. With a healthy year he should be able to obtain several top 10 plates again.

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-34 Victory

Hometown: Lenox, MI

Background: Fresh off a season full of championships, Peak Honda Racing is proud to announce they have once again partnered with Scorpion for 2011. 2010 saw the duo of Nicholas Lefurgey and Oliver Gooden sporting the Scorpion EXO-700 helmets while on their way to 7 class championships, and for 2011 they will not only be wearing Scorpion EXO-700 and EXO-750 helmets, but the new Scorpion Hurricane race suit as well.

"I'm very proud that Scorpion has chosen to work with us again in 2011 and up their level of commitment to our program. It means a lot to have a world class company like Scorpion on our side" said #53 Nicholas Lefurgey.

"I've been wearing Scorpion helmets for a few years before they came on board. I wear one and my wife wears one. Theres enough to worry about when racing and riding, and knowing that we're safe is one less thing to worry about." said the #91 of Oliver Gooden.

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-750 Vintage with the Hurricane Suit!

Website: Peakhondaracing.com

Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Background: Josh Borne is one of the nation's premier streetbike freestyle athletes. Borne's passion for streetbikes began in 2004 when he bought his first motorcycle while earning his Degree in Engineering. He quickly discovered his natural talent when he began freestyle riding in 2005. In less than a year, Borne had already excelled to professional competition level. In 2008, Josh left his corporate career as a General Motors Engineer to pursue professional riding on a permanent basis. To be able to practice year round, Borne left the snow of Detroit, MI and moved to Atlanta, GA. Today Borne is a top ranked competition rider on the XDL National Streetbike Freestyle circuit and was a World Championship Finalist in 2007 and 2008. He also has placed in many national and international freestyle competitions. Borne is known best for his high energy riding, drifting, precision stoppies and technical riding ability. Borne considers himself blessed to pursue his dream of riding and thanks all of his sponsors, fans, and friends.

Website: bornefreestyle.com

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-500 Ardent

Racing Association: CMA AND AMA Flat Track

Hometown: Welland, ON

Background: Won the CMA #1 plate for the fifth consecutive year as well as the CMRC #1 plate for the second consecutive year.

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-400 Preditor in Orange.

Racing Association: US Freestyle / XDL

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Background: Very few streetbike freestyle riders have impacted the sport on a global level. Aaron Twite is one of the select few: from his home turf in the US, to sessions and competitions in Europe, even bringing his unique style to countries of Asia. Aaron Twite came on to the streetbike freestyle scene strong, immediately taking top qualifying spots in US and World competitions, while simultaneously introducing new tricks to the sport. Numerous magazine articles and television coverage pushed Aaron to the forefront of the scene. Aaron brings a cleaner, genuine image to the sport. Always pushing new tricks and ideas, Aaron’s aggressive work ethic is reflected in his intense riding style, pushing the sport away from the bad-boy image and towards a pure state of intense progression. His clean image and innovative riding have given him a positive influence in the scene and on the sport as a whole.

Aaron Twite is pushing the sport in the right direction, riding for the pure love of riding.

Website: aarontwite.com

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-700 Fiore

Hometown: Conway AR

Background: Maddie Wilhite is 15 years old. She has raced Jr. Dragsters since she was 8 years old. She wanted to switch to the Scorpion helmet line, because in drag racing, a lot of events run late into the night, with dew falling, high humidity, and sitting on the starting line, with the visor down, is no time for the visor to fog up. She is the current 2010 Centerville dragway points champion, and has 4 wins, two runner ups, and 5 semi final finishes at Centerville Dragway, Prescott Raceway, and Tulsa Raceway Park. She helps work on the car, and helped assemble the motor that is currently in the car. She can turn a torque wrench, and wear ballet shoes. Madelyn also loves to watch football and dance.

Current Stats:
2010 TMRC Super Street Points Champion
2010 PMRA Super Street 3rd Place Points
2009 PMRA Super Street Points Runner-Up
6 Time Centerville Dragway Points Champion
42 WINS-21 RUNNER-UPS
63 Final Rounds.

Your favorite Scorpion: the EXO-700 Eternity

Hometown: Pembroke Pines, Florida

Background: Gabriel is known as a kid with a big future due to his incredible ability to ride a motorcycle at a very young age. When Gabriel was barely walking (7 months old), his father used to take him for rides on the motorcycle, he used to sit at the tank and his dad allowed him to control the throttle. When Gabriel was 11 months old, he got his first motorcycle, a pocketbike. His fascination for the sport was confirmed after that with his first words: "vroomm, vroomm"! Gabriel started to ride his bike without training wheels when he was 2 years old, and then, when he turned 3 started to practice on tracks. On February 3rd of 2008, when he was 4 years old, Gabriel had his first taste of road racing, where he got his first trophy competing just with adults. After that, he was more determined and focused, which helped him to win more trophies. But what really is fueling little Gabriel is his big faith in God, which he recognizes as the key of his success. As son of Brazilian parents, Gabriel is reaching fans in the Brazilian community inside the United States, among others cultures as well.

Gabriel's goal is winning innumerous times the world championship Moto GP, so he'll be practicing and getting lot of experience until his goal is achieved. Scorpion Sports is proud to assist Gabriel's quest to be the best and look forward to a very long relationship.

2010 results: 2 times Champion in his category at the 305 Supermoto Championships and 2nd in the Florida Supermoto Championships. CONGRATULATIONS Gabriel!

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-9 Impact and the EXO-400

Website: Gabriel Da Silva

Hometown: Pembroke Pines, Florida

Background: Son and brother of motorcycle racers, Philippe Da Silva, at just 7 years old proved that he has not just their same passion, but the same talent, when starting his race career in 2010 became champion of his class! Philippe, very dedicated, practices a lot and try to learn everything he can in order to win more championships! He now can do even better, because ScorpionExo® sponsors him with the best helmets, providing a safe time at any track he rides.

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-400

Website: Follow Phillie on FaceBook Phillipe Da Silva

Hometown: Whitsett, NC

Background: The Foremost Insurance / Jim Neese Racing team out of North Carolina features Jim Neese #12 and race in the AX class as well as the AX Lites East class.

Your favorite Scorpion: VX-24 AMPT

Website: JimNeese.com

Racing Association: US FreeStyle / XDL

Hometown: Sacramento, CA

Background: A fast rising star on the XDL Circuit, Rick Hart rides a fully customized Kawasaki Stunt Freestyle Bike in Streetfighter mode.
I am a very fun loving and aggressive rider. I ride as hard as possible and during practice I will ride to a competition level. The crowd at any event will push me over the top and make me go harder and stronger. My riding style is very competitive and show oriented! I love making a crowd stand up and cheer! I always have a big smile on my face while riding to my fullest!

I am a family oriented person and love my Wife and Children. They are my support and backbone allowing me to excel in this sport. Without them it would be much more difficult! My friends are my fellow competitors, sponsors and riders. I am dedicated to promoting my sponsors and this sport to the fullest! Whether writing a recap for a sponsors web site or a custom show for a sponsors event! I go that extra mile to succeed in my sport and bring my sponsors up with me!

Your favorite Scorpion: EXO-500 Oil

Website: www.rickhartstunts.com

Hometown: Conway AR

Background: Heath Wilhite, of Conway, AR, has been racing drag bikes for 9 years, and is the 2009 PMRA Super Street Points Runner Up, and 6 time Centerville Dragway Points Champion. Heath loves the Scorpion helmets, because of the anti fog shields, letting him concentrate on making a great run on the drag strip. Heath has been to 60 final rounds, taking home 40 wins to date, and the 2010 season is not over yet. When he is not racing, he likes to spend time in the garage with his daughter Maddie, working on his race bike, and her Jr. Dragster, making sure they are in top shape to take another win. Look for them in the pits, and come check out the newest Scorpion helmets.

Your favorite Scorpion: the Chameleon Skull Bucket, and the new Silver Rapture

Racing Association: AMA Drag Racing - NHRA Sport Compact

Hometown: Schaumburg, IL 60193

Background: I started racing National events in 1983 with the Mr. Turbo funnybike team as a mechanic. In 1995 the first national fastest streetbike competion was held and I won that. I won the National title again in 1998, 2001 and 2002. I never finished worse than #3 in a full season. In 2003 my CBR1100XX was the first to break the 500HP mark at the MMI HP shootout at Bikeweek. In 2004 I ran the first milestone record of 200 MPH on a streetbike. My family and I are avid water skiers. My goals are to win a fifth National championship as a rider and help bring the nations Quickest and Fastest Streetbikes to entertain the masses.

Your favorite Scorpion: Black and Red Crackhead

Website: Stotzracing.com