Tucker tallied a series-high seven Pro Open final wins, 11 podiums and 14 top-five finishes. In the process, he added another career milestone to his record by winning his 125th Pro National race at the Eastern National in New York.
Gear-up for the snocross season with Tucker’s 2018 Arcticwear Signature Collection!
The lifelong Arctic Cat rider and racer works closely with the crew at Arcticwear to design, test and create each item in his signature collection. It’s truly a line-up of gear and accessories he’s proud to put his name on.
You can get Tucker’s signature collection through your local Arctic Cat dealer or online at arcticcat.com/shop. Select items are available through Tucker’s online store.
Here’s a look at Tucker’s 2017/2018 Snocross schedule. Mark your calendar, round up some buddies and cheer on Team 68 in person this winter!
For more information on each event, go to the EVENTS page.
For the second consecutive year, Tucker Hibbert and his team of loyal fans, friends and family participated in the Walk for Wishes® event in Minneapolis to support and celebrate the mission of Make-A-Wish® Minnesota. Hibbert’s Team 68 took home top fundraising honors, helping the organization exceed its goal of raising over $92,000 to fund the wishes of children battling critical illnesses.
“This event means a lot to me,” said Hibbert. “It’s a humbling experience to have so many people join me and donate to help grant wishes. Walk for Wishes is a great way to get together and celebrate an organization that’s making a difference in people’s lives.”
Over the past two years, Hibbert and Team 68 have raised over $20,000 for Make-A-Wish Minnesota. This year’s fundraising site will remain open through Friday, August 25. Hibbert will honor each contribution by sending donors a limited edition Team 68 Walk for Wishes t-shirt. For more information and to make a donation, visit site.wish.org/goto/Team68‪.
Photos courtesy of ArcticInsider.com
Full photo gallery: Team 68 at Walk for Wishes 2017
Tucker Hibbert will once again lead a team of loyal fans, friends and family at Make-A-Wish® Minnesota’s Walk for Wishes® event in Minneapolis Saturday, August 5. Last year, Hibbert’s Team 68 raised over $10,000 to help fund the wishes of children battling life-threatening medical conditions.
“I’m really excited to get Team 68 together again to raise money for Make-A-Wish Minnesota,” Hibbert said. “I was blown away by the success of last year’s team and the amount of money we raised. It was awesome having so many people rally together to support the cause. I’ve seen, first-hand, the joy and strength a wish provides for a wish kid. I’m honored to have the opportunity to be involved in an organization that can provide that and thankful people around me feel the same way.”
“Kids who receive a wish are often facing the biggest challenge of their young lives, and their families are facing those struggles right alongside them,” said Mia Broos Hoagberg, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish Minnesota. “By walking with Tucker you are sending a strong signal to wish kids and their families – You don’t walk alone. We are here for you! With each step, and with every dollar raised, you bring joy to a child who desperately needs it.”
The 2017 Walk for Wishes 5K walk / run will take place Saturday, August 5 at Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis. A donation of $20 confirms a spot on Team 68 and limited edition t-shirt. Every dollar raised by the team will go directly to Make-A-Wish Minnesota. To join Team 68, go to site.wish.org/goto/Team68. People who join for $20 but are unable to attend the event will still receive a limited edition t-shirt to acknowledge their contribution.
For more information on Hibbert’s past involvement with Make-A-Wish, visit the following links.
Nick’s Wish: bit.ly/NickWishSnowmobile
Jared’s Wish: bit.ly/JaredWish-Snowmobile
Team 68 Walk for Wishes 2016
Photos: bit.ly/Team68-WalkForWishes2016-Photos
Video: bit.ly/Team68-WalkForWishes2016_Video
In honor of Hot Stuff Pizza and Pennington stores celebrating their 25th anniversary, Tucker Hibbert will be at Pennington Main in Thief River Falls Thursday, April 6, 3-6:00 p.m. making pizzas, signing posters and hanging out. Challenge the snocross champ in his favorite game for a chance to win prizes and get an up-close look at his Arctic Cat race snowmobile. While you’re there, take advantage of super deals on Hot Stuff Pizza and Monster Energy!
What: Meet Tucker Hibbert // Deals on Hot Stuff Pizza and Monster Energy
When: Thursday, April 6 // 3-6:00 p.m.
Where: Pennington Main // 220 Main Ave S. Â Thief River Falls, MN 56701
March 21, 2017 – Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck’s Tucker Hibbert finished third in the 2016/2017 ISOC National Snocross Pro Open Championship with a solid weekend of racing at the Ram Truck Grand Finale National in Lake Geneva, Wisc. The three-day event capped off another remarkable season for the 10-time champion.
Hibbert’s victory in front of a packed crowd Saturday night was the highlight of his weekend. With a second place start in the 14-rider, 10-lap final, he was in good position but, ultimately, strategy played a major factor in the race. On lap six, the leader took the joker lane (an extended section of the track each rider was required to take once during the race), opening the door for Hibbert to take control of the race. He took full advantage of the opportunity, laying down fast lap after fast lap to pull a comfortable lead over second place. He waited until the final lap to take the joker lane and secured the victory.
Recapping Hibbert’s 17th Pro National season, he tallied a series-high seven Pro Open final wins, 11 podiums and 14 top-five finishes. In the process, he added another career milestone to his record by winning his 125th Pro National race at the Eastern National in New York.
 
Tucker Hibbert – 2017 Ram Truck Grand Finale Results
Pro Open Rd 15 – Friday
Round 1: 2nd
Round 2: 5th
Final: 10th
Pro Open Rd 16 – Saturday
Round 1: 2nd
Round 2: 3rd
Final: 1st
Pro Open Rd 17 – Sunday
Round 1: 2nd
Round 2: 3rd
Final: 3rd
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Tucker Hibbert – #68 Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck
On his results at Lake Geneva:
“Winning the final Saturday night was awesome and I feel like I rode really well. With a crash Friday night and a third Sunday, I’m a little disappointed. I feel like my speed didn’t match my results.”
Overall thoughts on the season:
“It feels good to have won the most races. I felt really strong most of the season. I had some low points but, overall, it was a pretty successful year. It’s awesome to finish the season healthy and strong.”
 
Fast Facts
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Tucker Hibbert needs your help to win the ISOC Snocross Fan Favorite Rider award. He took home this honor in both 2014 and 2015.
If Tucker is your favorite, you can vote daily, on any web device (computer, phone, tablet, etc.) until March 16 at midnight CT.
VOTE for TUCKER here: snocross.com/fan-favorite
March 7, 2017 – Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck’s Tucker Hibbert scored a podium finish at the penultimate event of the 2016/2017 ISOC National Snocross tour in Dubuque, Iowa. Marking the first time the national tour has landed in The Hawkeye State, the Iowa Snocross National featured a steep, rough track on a tight section of Sundown Mountain Resort’s ski hill.
Friday night, Hibbert went 3-2 in qualifying and finished fifth in the final. The defending champion turned things up Saturday night finishing 1-3 in his qualifying rounds and putting on an impressive charge in the final.
With a 10th place start in Saturday’s 18-lap, 13-rider final, Hibbert had his work cut out for him. Dodging carnage early in the race, he rode smart while pushing forward. He moved into fourth place on lap four but already trailed the leader, #53 Kody Kamm, by nine seconds. Hibbert started making big gains halfway through the race by turning laps one to two seconds faster than Kamm. On the final lap, he closed the gap and was within striking distance of the lead but came up short to finish second.
Next up for Hibbert is the final event of the season in Lake Geneva, Wisc. March 17-19. He currently sits third in the 2016/2017 Pro Open championship and 44 points out of first place. With three days of racing and 177 points on the line, he’s still in the hunt to claim his 11th pro national title.
Tucker Hibbert – 2017 Iowa National Results
Pro Open Round 13 – Friday
Round 1: 3rd
Round 2: 2nd
Final: 5th
Pro Open Round 14 – Saturday
Round 1: 1st
Round 2: 3rd
Final: 2nd
Tucker Hibbert – #68 Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck
On his performance at the Iowa Snocross National:
“I’m happy to get a podium finish in Iowa. I struggled a little bit on Friday but felt better Saturday. I felt like I rode a good race Saturday night – working my way through the pack but came up short.”
On racing at a new venue:
“It was exciting to see all the fans who came out to the race. It’s always fun to go to a new venue and see the excitement of fans. Everyone seemed really happy to have a race in the Dubuque area so hopefully it’s an event that can continue.”
On his position in the points championship:
“The plan is the same as always – stay focused on winning races. It’s going to be challenging to climb to the top of the points but we’re doing everything we can to put ourselves in the best position to have a shot at winning this championship.”
Tucker Hibbert’s Remaining 2016/2017 Snocross Event
March 17-19, 2017: Grand Geneva Resort // Lake Geneva, WI
February 27, 2017 – Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck’s Tucker Hibbert had a dominating performance on the second day of the ISOC National Snocross Michigan National in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. Nailing the holeshot nearly every time he was on track Saturday night, Hibbert rode with confidence and control to win both his qualifying rounds and the final event at Soaring Eagle Resort & Casino.
Friday, the story of the night was the brutal track conditions brought on by unseasonably warm temperatures and intermittent downpours triggered by a thunderstorm that rolled through the area. The event went on but featured condensed racing, with laps cut from qualifying and the final. Hibbert charged hard in all his races but with mid-pack starts, he came up short to finish 2-3 in qualifying and fourth in the final.
Feeling good about his rides Friday night, Hibbert entered Saturday focused on winning. He grabbed the Stud Boy Holeshot in both his qualifying rounds and, despite being dealt ninth pick on the start line for the final due to the inverted start procedure, nearly got the holeshot in the final.
The opening laps of the 20-lap final, it was a three-way battle for the lead with Hibbert in third. Riding a blistering fast line through the back rhythm section of the track, he made two clean passes for the lead and immediately opened a gap over second place. He rode the remainder of the race unchallenged to take the win.
Next up for Hibbert is the inaugural Iowa Snocross National at Dubuque’s Sundown Mountain Resort this weekend. For an inside look into his preparations for the final stretch of the season, visit tucker-hibbert.com and connect to his social media channels.
Tucker Hibbert – 2017 Michigan National Results
Pro Open Round 11 – Friday
Round 1: 2nd
Round 2: 3rd
Final: 4th
Pro Open Round 12 – Saturday
Round 1: 1st
Round 2: 1st
Final: 1st
 
Tucker Hibbert – #68 Monster Energy / Arctic Cat / Ram Truck
On his results at the Michigan Snocross National: “I’m pretty excited about how the race went in Michigan. Saturday was awesome winning both heats and the main event to maximize our points. I would’ve liked to have done a little better on Friday to help with the points but, overall with the track conditions and the weather, I’m happy with how I felt on the sled.”
On his starts Saturday night: “We worked quite a bit on start testing during the break and did some brainstorming between Friday and Saturday to get better starts. That made a big difference for us Saturday night. The track was small and tight so it was really important for us to get our starts figured out.”
On racing in Iowa this weekend: “I’m looking forward to racing in Iowa this weekend. It’s always fun to go to a new venue and with it being on a ski hill I’m really excited. I heard they have a good base of snow and should have a big track.”
Tucker Hibbert’s Remaining 2016/2017 Snocross Events
March 3-4, 2017: Sundown Mountain Resort // Dubuque, IA
March 17-19, 2017: Grand Geneva Resort // Lake Geneva, WI
