AK's Walton View: More Photos from the TransCan

By Allison Kennedy

   You know that old saying: You don't know what you've got til it's gone. Well, that's how I feel about good old Canadian moto. After seven summers chasing the stories on the Canadian trail, I sure do miss it. I decided to make my annual pilgrimage to the Walton TransCan to check on the National scene. I am happy to report that it's thriving as usual. And at the heart of it all are a lot of the same faces, the same families, and the same shared passion for one hell of a sport. Congrats to all the riders on another great year. Thanks for having me back. Here are a few of my favourites from a hot, sunny, fantastic Sunday at Walton. 

Walton is all about the next generation. Whether they're on the track in the 50cc class or just throwing their leg over a display bike, a visit to Walton can open up a whole world of possibilities. Here Tory Hadenko- Hodgkinson dreams big...

The fastest woman in Canada with one impressive moto mom: Mama Medaglia and Ms Heidi Cooke watch Tyler wrap it up.

Leading Edge's Kelsey Lockhart.

Standing room only in the first turn.

Another patented Richard Grey holeshot. I remember this kid accepting awards at the TransCan with stickers all over his arms and legs so he wouldn't forget his sponsors on the podium. Man, I'm old. Go Richard!

Teddy Maier had a year to be proud of but left without the ultimate prize.

Paging Andy White ... How many KTM's raced MX2 on Sunday?

Jared Allison roosts past the Team Allison fan club.

Tyler Medaglia during his championship caliber, mistake-free first moto.

Jeremy: The second Medaglia to make the MX2 series podium. Two more steps to go til the top. If you know him, you know he won't be happy until he gets there.

Dean T congratulates Teddy on a fine season.

Greasy pizza box turned podium sign.

Bobby Kiniry and Josh Demuth battle for the first moto holeshot.

Dusty Klatt playing catch-up in the first moto. Check out that body english, eh Koster/Travers?

Kornel Nemeth after a hard-fought battle.

This dude has one genuine smile. After his double DNF's last weekend, you had to be happy for Bobby K's win.

Your 2010 MX1 champ.

Matthes shares trade secrets with Gord and Brad.

Everyone loves the Allison's.

Young fan/racer/future champ.

A long time coming, Tyler and Derrick Medaglia enjoying the spotlight.

Beaton cools off after his third place finish.

Jeremy waiting for the series podium.

Tyler and the Number 1.

The King of Walton grabs another holeshot.

Chocolate AND vanilla for the champ.

I bet Bobby K is STILL smiling.

Popping the bubbly.

The Walton faithful wait for free stuff.

Overheard: Congrats you're number 10! Reply from Colt: Oh awesome! That is EXACTLY what I was going for! It must have been a difficult day to watch but kudos to Colton for supporting the team.

Is there room in my trophy case for this thing? Andrew McLean brings home another one.

Tyler and Dusty rock the number one plates.

Time to shut things down for another year.