I defer to Steve on all things ISDE.... Chase riding by the US Team has out of the picture for quite some time. I believe two experienced pre-riders to inspect tests and trails before the first day is the extent of non-competitive riders for the US Team. Chase riding is extremely dangerous, as the collision between a Dutch chase rider and a car in Poland '05 point out. Tragically this accident killed the rider and 2 occupants of the car. There was a call for all chase riding to cease after this event, but it continues. I'm sure Steve looking out for Gas Gas riders and the whole US support system will keep your back covered in Mexico.
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