Lonsdale . " I started Saturday on the ES line ; I ' ve spent my entire season doing it , so it was nice to step up to the Expert line . It was a bunch of big stuff ; I ' m not really used to it . But the experience from the guys that ride the line is incredible , and I learned so much from everyone .
I want to thank Beta USA , Jitsie , Trial Store USA , and Liqui Moly for everything they ' ve done for the entire team , not just me . They ' ve been a huge support for everything that we ' ve been a part of , and it ' s been a huge help using their stuff ."
Mika plans on returning to the Expert line in the 2023 season .
Except for the hoards of mosquitoes in the deep woods areas , the Minnesota national proved to be an excellent event to end the 2022 season . With the most spectatorfriendly venue , spectacular sections , and a wonderful turnout , the Upper Midwest Trials Association should be proud of the work that went into their event .
So what ' s next ?
The Eastern Youth Nationals will be held in July , with the Western Youth Nationals and the Ute Cup held in August . The NATC staff and members will meet at the end of October to discuss the 2023 season and set the schedule .
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