2026 Preview of the Mexico 1000 Race with Chuck Sutton Jr & Mike Petell

Terry Leavitt interviews Mike Petell and Chuck Sutton about their return to the Baja 1000, a 1400-mile race across Mexico's Baja Peninsula. This is their fourth attempt, with new team members Jonathan Edwards and Jim Bird, who have dirt bike racing experience. They face logistical challenges, including managing only one Chase truck instead of multiple ones. The race will cover 1420 miles, with 1200 miles on dirt and 200 on pavement. They will live stream the race using Starlink. The race starts on May 2 and ends on May 7, with preparations beginning on April 25. Sponsors include Paul White, Coyote, Sutton Luxury Limousine, Profile Power Sports, Napa Mount Washington Valley, and Penny's Public House.