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S1 E4 E04

Reality

TV-14

45m

Oct 27, 1992

We are at the Anaheim stadium for the first race of the 1981 season. This race launches the return of Mike Bell, as well as the return of "Bob Hurricane" Hannah, who is back after an injury.

Season 1, 26 Episodes

season 1 (26 episodes)

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E01

Starting in 1975, explore the history of supercross starting with the first televised supercross event. A stadium phenomenon, it was the televised world's first introduction to the sport.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E02

In 1979 Los Angeles, one of the largest crowds in supercross history, gathered to watch Bob "Hurricane" Hannah and other riders compete at the LA Superbowl of Motocross.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E03

By 1980 supercross gained proper recognition. The success of the 1979 LA Superbowl Motocross spread across the country. In this episode, Larry goes back before the famous 1979 event and follows Kent Howerton on his year-long journey.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E04

We are at the Anaheim stadium for the first race of the 1981 season. This race launches the return of Mike Bell, as well as the return of "Bob Hurricane" Hannah, who is back after an injury.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E05

Supercross comes of age in the early 1980's at Anaheim stadium. A sellout crowd of over 70,000 fans witnesses the glory of these days.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E06

As the supercross story continues to unfold, we go to the 1983 San Diego race at the Jack Murphy Stadium.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E07

Supercross moves to Atlanta! In this next chapter of supercross history, we get to see the initial southern influences on the sport as they transform a stadium into a supercross track.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E08

1984 is upon us and the Atlanta Fulton County Stadium is up and running. Watch the qualifying heats as they demonstrate a style of supercross that transcends to the late 80's.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E09

In this special episode, we cover dual races in 1985. One is happening in San Diego and the other is at the Anaheim racetrack.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E10

It's 1985 in Pasadena. With the emergence of rider, Jeff Ward, watch as the other riders try to compete.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E11

It's still 1985 in Pasadena and Los Angeles. The history of supercross becomes more personal as the introduction of home video impacts the documentation of the races.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E12

At the Los Angeles coliseum, the world champions are being held in 1985. Watch closely for the end of the race, where we get to watch the term "sandbagging it" fully embodied.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E13

Welcome to one of the most exciting supercross races ever. Coming to you from the 1986 season opener from Anaheim stadium, a race you'll never forget.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E14

In this episode, we focus on the 1986 Phoenix supercross and the championship season of Ricky "Bad Boy" Johnson.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E15

1986 Superbowl Motocross from the Los Angeles Coliseum. Rick Johnson has already won the championship, but that doesn't mean the racing is any less exciting.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E16

The 1987 racing season has begun. We start at Anaheim stadium, where Jeff Ward battles it out with Rick Johnson.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E17

The battle rages on between Jeff Ward and Rick Johnson as it's showdown in San Diego at the Coors Anaheim Supercross race.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E18

This episode explores the emergence of arenacross in Atlanta, in 1987. Arenacross happens in a hockey arena instead of a stadium.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E19

The Fulton County stadium in Atlanta is closed for the season and arenacross has taken off. Despite the lack of supercross stars, the race provides a faster high-speed race on a smaller course.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E20

The greatest comeback of all time happens at the Los Angeles Superbowl. Watch Rick Johnson fight for his place on the podium.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E21

The 1988 season starts at the Astrodome in Houston. Rick Johnson and Jeff Ward are fresh off the 1987 season where the ruthlessly fought.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E22

The battle continues in 1988. At the Dallas supercross Rick Johnson and Jeff Ward go head-to-head on a fresh track with more gravel than ever seen before.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E23

The war wages on as we continue in the 1988 season at the Pontiac Supercross at the Silverdome.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E24

The saga doesn't end here, as Rick Johnson and Jeff Ward face each other again. This time at the Giants Stadium in New Jersey.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E25

The next location for battle is in Tampa as the 1988 season continues.

On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross - E26

In the last chapter of the series, watch the 1988 racing season. Follow competitors as they go to different races around the country. From the Coors Super Crown of Stadium Motocross to The Pontiac Supercross to the battle of Team Honda.

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On Two Wheels: A History of Supercross

Reality

TV-14

1 Season

45m

Larry Huffman leads us through the history of supercross from 1975 – 1988. Watch legendary riders battle it out for the title as the best.

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