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GoPro’s AFT Deal Is Bringing You So Close To The Dirt, You’ll Need A Face Shield

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Alright, buckle up, because GoPro just made a massive move, officially partnering as the action camera powerhouse for Progressive American Flat Track! Seriously, if you thought you knew what dirt track racing was all about, prepare for a total game-changer. This isn’t just some casual sponsorship, no way. This partnership is set to revolutionize how every single one of us experiences the world’s premier dirt track motorcycle championship. Get ready to feel like you’re literally sliding through those turns, elbows out, right alongside the pros.

Suddenly, Every Angle Is Your Best View

You remember seeing those absolutely wild onboard camera shots in MotoGP, right? The ones that made you gasp and wonder how those riders hold it all together? Well, imagine *that* level of intensity, but now it’s coming to the dirt oval, courtesy of GoPro. These cameras are going to be everywhere, snagging those incredible onboard perspectives that put you right in the racer’s helmet. But it’s not just the race action! We’re talking behind-the-scenes content and all the raw, unfiltered race-day drama, spread across every AFT broadcast, digital platform, and social media feed. AMA Pro Racing CEO Gene Crouch nailed it perfectly when he called GoPro “a natural fit” for the sport. And honestly, who could argue? Our sport isn’t for the faint of heart; it screams speed, pure skill, and an intensity that makes pretty much any other form of motorsport look tame. Crouch made it clear this partnership is built to bring fans closer to our incredible athletes and their machines, giving us a whole new way to tell the championship’s story across every platform imaginable. We’re talking a seriously up-close look at the riders, the teams, and those jaw-dropping motorcycles that define this championship. You’re gonna see what it’s like to be deep in the action, the dust flying, the tires digging, the adrenaline absolutely pumping.

Your Couch Is The Best Seat: Catch The Next Races

So, when do we get to dive into this new era of racing coverage? Progressive American Flat Track is wasting zero time. We’ve got two huge races coming up during the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. First up, the Caterpillar Jackpine Gypsies Super TT is tearing it up on Saturday, August 8th. Then, get ready for more on Monday, August 10th, with the Caterpillar Jackpine Gypsies Short Track. Both of these incredible events are happening at the legendary Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club in Sturgis, South Dakota. And if you can’t make it there in person for the roar of the engines and the smell of the dirt, no worries at all! FloRacing is your absolute go-to for live streaming. They’re bringing us over 1,000 live motorsports events throughout 2026, so you’re covered. Plus, keep an eye on FOX Sports, because they’ll be delivering national television coverage for select Progressive AFT events all season long. That means in-depth race coverage, special rider features, and yes, you guessed it, those absolutely stunning onboard cameras. Seriously, get ready to practically feel that dirt hitting your face.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.

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