Tucker Hibbert enters Snocross season focused on defending title
Tucker Hibbert, the reigning and 10-time ISOC National Snocross champion, enters the 2016/2017 season focused on defending his title. The eight-stop, 17-round ISOC National Snocross tour kicks off this weekend in Duluth, Minn. carrying on a 25-year tradition of racing on Spirit Mountain’s ski hill.
This winter marks Hibbert’s 17th professional season and he’s showing no signs of slowing down. The 32-year-old from Pelican Rapids, Minn. recorded one of the most successful seasons of his career last winter winning his 120th pro national race, 10th national title and 14th X Games medal. He’ll take his 202nd and 203rd pro national starts this weekend at the Duluth National.
Pro racing action at Spirit Mountain takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The races will be streamed live on snocross.lab.b2tech.us/livestream and delay broadcast on CBS Sports Network. For more information on Hibbert and his schedule, visit tucker-hibbert.com.
Tucker Hibbert – #68 Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck
On the Duluth National celebrating its 25th anniversary: “The race at Duluth has always been a big piece of the snocross season. With it being the first race of the season, it holds a lot of importance. There’s a lot of history with the race and it’s been really cool to see the progression. It’s always had a special meaning and feel. The atmosphere, fans and vibe are always awesome so it’s a fun place to race.”
On being the defending Pro Open Champion: “It feels good. I’m excited about last season and winning the championship. I have a lot of confidence coming off a good year but know it doesn’t mean anything for this year. It’s a new season and everyone’s starting with a clean slate. I need to put my head down and do the best I can every race. My team has been working really hard to make sure we’re ready to go and now it’s up to me to get the job done again.”
Tucker Hibbert – Duluth National Statistics
14th Pro Appearance at the Duluth National
2015: Pro Open-1st • Pro Open 2-1st
2014: Pro Open 1-1st • Pro Open 2-1st
2013: Pro Open 1-1st • Pro Open 2-1st
2012: Pro Open 1-5th • Pro Open 2-5th
2011: Pro Open 1-4th • Pro Open 2-3rd
2010: Pro Stock-1st • Pro Open-1st
2009: Pro Stock-1st • Pro Open-1st
2008: Pro Stock-1st • Pro Open-1st
2007: Pro Stock-6th • Pro Open-1st
2006: Pro Stock-11th • Pro Open-5th
2002: Pro Stock-1st • Pro Open-7th
2001: Pro Stock-3rd • Pro Open-1st
2000: Pro Stock-2nd • Pro Open-1st
25th Annual ISOC Duluth National Pro Racing Schedule
Friday, Nov. 25 – 5 p.m.: Dominator head-to-head competition for $10,000
Saturday, Nov. 26 – 5 p.m.: Pro Open 1 Opening ceremonies, qualifying and final
Sunday, Nov. 27 – 12 p.m.: Pro Open 2 Opening ceremonies, qualifying and final
Fast Facts
- Hometown: Pelican Rapids, Minnesota
- 10-Time National Snocross Champion – 120 Pro National Wins
- 14-Time X Games Medalist
- 2012 and 2010 FIM Snowcross World Champion
Resources: tucker-hibbert.com • monsterenergy.com • arcticcat.com • ramtrucks.com
Photo credit John Hanson