Billy Ursic

Billy Ursic grew up in southwestern Pennsylvania with dreams of one day becoming a professional motocross racer. He succeeded in 2000, but after qualifying for two 125cc MX Nationals, he quickly realized how hard it would be to actually make a career of racing. So on to plan B: college. He graduated with a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Marketing in 2003 and was hired by one of the leading motocross/Supercross publications, Racer X Illustrated. Ursic is currently an Associate Editor and Online...See more

Billy Ursic grew up in southwestern Pennsylvania with dreams of one day becoming a professional motocross racer. He succeeded in 2000, but after qualifying for two 125cc MX Nationals, he quickly realized how hard it would be to actually make a career of racing. So on to plan B: college. He graduated with a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Marketing in 2003 and was hired by one of the leading motocross/Supercross publications, Racer X Illustrated. Ursic is currently an Associate Editor and Online Editor with Racer X, and his writing can be found both in print and on their website, www.racerxill.com. Ursic still finds plenty of time to ride, and he continues to compete locally at the expert level. Based in the heart of the action sports industry, English born photographer Simon Cudby is the premier shooter in the world of motocross. Located in Orange County, California, Simon not only shoots the best action shots in the business, he is also a great studio shooter. Simon has published several books, including American Motocross Illustrated Vols 1 and 2 , and Motocross Exposure . Regular clients include Racer X Illustrated magazine where he is the senior photographer, Fox Racing Inc., Mechanix wear, MSR, Answer, Renthal, Pro Taper, DVS Shoes, Red Bull, American Suzuki, and American Honda. Simon Cudby is a photographer who specializes in actions sports and who shoots for a variety of manufacturers and magazines, including Motocross Magazine. His work is featured in American Motocross Illustrated, volumes 1 and 2. Originally from London, England, Cudby now lives and works in Southern California. Billy Ursic grew up in southwestern Pennsylvania with dreams of one day becoming a professional motocross racer. He succeeded in 2000, but after qualifying for two 125cc MX Nationals, he quickly realized how hard it would be to actually make a career of racing. So on to plan B: college. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing in 2003 and was hired by one of the leading motocross/Supercross publications, Racer X Illustrated. Ursic is currently an Associate Editor and Online Editor with Racer X, and his writing can be found both in print and on their website, www.racerxill.com. Ursic still finds plenty of time to ride, and he continues to compete locally at the expert level. See less