WHAT KIND OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT DO THE RIDERS USE?
All supercross riders are required to wear safety equipment, including helmets, racing pants, boots, gloves and goggles. Many also use chest protectors, shoulder pads and kidney belts for added protection. At the forefront of racing development is safety technology, including neck braces to prevent spinal cord injuries. HOW MANY RIDERS COMPETE DURING A SUPERCROSS EVENT? Monster Energy Supercross races sometimes have more than 150 riders vying for a spot in the finals. Qualifying heats are held throughout the day, whittling the field down to 42 riders for the final two races. The AMA Supercross class main event features 20 riders, while the Lites finale showcases 22. HOW LONG ARE THE RACES? Final races for the AMA Supercross class run 20 laps and the Lites go 15, but a supercross event begins well before rider introductions in the early evening. Practice laps and qualifying heats begin in the afternoon, with other exciting activities, such as autograph sessions and open paddock areas at
