Beta Motorcycles USA is hosting a special fan-engagement and charitable event, the Fantasy GNCC Fundraiser, at the season-ending Ironman GNCC in Crawfordsville, Indiana, on October 26. *Last Few days! the deadline for all entries is noon PST on Friday, October 24. Scroll down for more info on how to enter.
The fantasy competition will raise funds for the Road 2 Recovery Foundation, the nonprofit organization dedicated to offering financial and emotional support to injured professional action sports athletes.
Participants will have the chance to predict the outcome of the morning Sportsman A race, which will feature a select group of Beta’s top riders, race team personnel and brand ambassadors.
The fantasy event will center on the two-hour Sportsman A race on Sunday, October 26. The Beta USA lineup for the event includes Zach Osborne, Zane Roberts, Kyle McDonal, Brayden Nolette, Dennis LeBlanc, Carlen Gardner, Brian Marok and Rodney Smith.
For a $20 entry fee, participants will fill out a form to predict the finishing order of the Beta riders against each other (first through eighth).
Players will receive points equal to their predicted position (e.g., predicting a rider to finish third earns three points). The player with the highest total score wins. The tiebreaker will go to the entry that was submitted first.
The funds raised from the Fantasy Fundraiser will be split evenly: 50 percent of all proceeds will be donated directly to the Road 2 Recovery Foundation; 50 percent will be awarded to the winner(s) of the Fantasy GNCC Fundraiser.
“The Ironman GNCC is one of the most exciting races of the year, and it’s the perfect backdrop for a little friendly competition that also supports an incredible cause,” said Bryan Wunsch, Beta USA marketing manager. “Road 2 Recovery does vital work for our industry, and we’re proud to turn this fun fantasy contest into real support for the foundation and our athletes.”
Fans are encouraged to submit multiple entries to increase their chances of winning while maximizing their contribution to the Road 2 Recovery Foundation.
The deadline for all entries is noon PST on Friday, October 24.CN
Visit https://betausa.com/beta-ironman-fantasy-challenge/ to enter.
UPDATE OCTOBER 22, 2025
Last Few days! Get your predictions in and WIN while giving to Road 2 Recovery at the same time!
Beta Motorcycles USA is excited to announce a special fan-engagement and charitable initiative: a Fantasy GNCC Fundraiser taking place at the season-ending Ironman GNCC in Crawfordsville, Indiana, on October 26th. (The deadline for all entries is noon PST on Friday, October 24.)
The unique fantasy competition will raise money for the Road 2 Recovery Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial and emotional support to injured professional action sports athletes.
Race for a Cause: Pick Your Beta Dream Team
Participants will have the chance to predict the outcome of the morning Sportsman A race, which will feature a select group of Beta’s top riders, race team personnel, and brand ambassadors.
The fantasy event will center on the 2-hour Sportsman A race on Sunday, October 26th. The Beta USA lineup for the event includes:
Zach Osborne
Zane Roberts
Kyle McDonal
Brayden Nolette
Dennis LeBlanc
Carlen Gardner
Brian Marok
Rodney Smith
Joe Wasson
How to Play:
For a $20.00 entry, participants will fill out an entry form to predict the finishing order of the Beta riders against each other (1st through 8th).
- Scoring: Players will receive points equal to their predicted position (e.g., predicting a rider to finish 3rd earns 3 points). The player with the highest total score wins.
- Tie-Breaker: The tie-breaker will go to the entry that was submitted first. So get your picks in.
A Great Cause, A Great Prize
The funds raised from the Fantasy Fundraiser will be split evenly:
- 50% of all proceeds will be donated directly to the Road 2 Recovery Foundation.
- 50% will be awarded to the winner(s) of the Fantasy GNCC Fundraiser.
“The Ironman GNCC is one of the most exciting races of the year, and it’s the perfect backdrop for a little friendly competition that also supports an incredible cause,” said Bryan Wunsch, Beta USA Marketing Manager. “Road 2 Recovery does vital work for our industry, and we’re proud to turn this fun fantasy contest into real support for the foundation and our athletes.”
Fans are encouraged to submit multiple entries to increase their chances of winning while maximizing their contribution to the Road 2 Recovery Foundation.
The deadline for all entries is 12:00pm PST on Friday, October 24th.
Support Road to Recovery & Submit Your Entry
The Beta Riders
Rodney Smith
Beta Brand Ambassador
A legendary off-road racer and five-time GNCC Champion, Smith also earned multiple AMA National Hare Scrambles titles with Suzuki. Known for his smooth, consistent style, he remains one of the most accomplished riders in American off-road history.
Zach Osborne
Beta Brand Ambassador
Born September 25, 1989 in Abingdon, Virginia, Osborne is a former AMA Supercross and Motocross champion, having won major titles including the 2017 AMA 250MX and the 2020 450MX Championship. Zacho is a Brand Ambassador for Beta Motorcycles.
Zane Roberts
Beta Factory Team Rider
A towering force from Minden, Nevada, Roberts rides Beta’s Factory 480 RR. Roberts is an accomplished desert racer and claimed the AMA National Hare and Hound Championship in 2024.
Kyle McDonal
Beta Support Rider
Hailing from Mays Landing, New Jersey, McDonal races a Beta 390 RR in hare scramble and other off-road series. He claimed the 2024 AMA East Hare Scramble Championship aboard his Bromley Motorsports/Beta, showing grit, adaptability, and competitiveness in new terrain.
Dennis LeBlanc
Beta Support Rider
Dennis competes in the AA class on the NETRA series Hare Scramble events. This series takes place in the New England woods and trails. He is currently second in the overall NETRA Hare Scramble AA class standings.
Brayden Nolette
Beta Support Rider
A rising off-road talent with championship credentials in GNCC and NETRA competition, Nolette now continues his climb through the pro ranks. Known for his speed, consistency, and adaptability, he represents the next wave of young riders making their mark on the national stage.
Carlen Gardner
SX / MX Team Manager
A California native and former AMA Supercross and Motocross racer. He can definitely hold his own on the track and may be a sleeper pick at this event. Gardner is the Team Manager of the Liqui Moly Beta SX / MX Team.
Brian Marok
West Coast Off-Road Team Manager
Serving as Team Manager for Beta USA’s off-road program, Marok oversees rider development, race operations, and bike setup. A long-time rider from the state of Alaska, no stranger to woods riding.
Joe Wasson
Former Team Ridge / Southwest Sales Rep
A seasoned desert specialist, Wasson was a consistent front-runner in the AMA Hare & Hound National Championship Series, capturing the 2021 Championship. The Arizona native has multiple wins and podiums across Hare & Hound, Best In The Desert, and other premier off-road events
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