Gypsy Tales

Join us for an insightful episode with the legendJoin us for an insightful episode with the legendary Eric Peronnard, founder of the U.S. Open Supercross. Eric shares his journey from motocross enthusiast to a pivotal figure in the industry, discussing the creation of landmark events, challenges faced, and the future of the sport.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:07 - Love for MX Industry00:09:10 - What got you into Motocross00:22:27 - Starting 1st Business (American Dream)00:34:51 - Scared of Failure?00:38:55 - Selling Dealership to start the US Open00:46:53 - 1st US Open in 98'00:50:32 - Worked on the first Ampd Mobile World Supercross Series01:01:46 - French Supercross History01:07:39 - Was the US Open a Successful Event?01:13:39 - Why was Supercross & Motocross pay not where it should be?01:24:28 - Started Enduro Cross01:30:09 - Allowing 85's to Race Supercross01:33:09 - Ty Masterpool01:35:25 - WSX Discussion01:51:44 - Ricky Carmichael Crown situation at US Open01:56:21 - Bercy SX Atmosphere02:04:50 -