Ironman
Crawsfordville, IN
Ironman Raceway sits in Crawfordsville, Indiana, around 50 miles west of Indianapolis. A chance encounter between the Shaver family and promoter Dave Coombs Sr. led to the construction of a GNCC staple in the mid 1990’s, with the farm eventually adding a Motocross date in 2014. While many tracks are named after their surrounding towns or areas, this venue is named after the late Bob “Ironman” Sloan, a 2-time GNCC champion and Indiana native.
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Ironman Raceway hosted its first GNCC race in 1995, and gained a spot on the AMA Motocross schedule two decades later. Steep hills define the track, with its signature Godzilla jump symbolizing the variety of the course. During its time on the calendar so far, Ironman has been the site of many championship celebrations due to being at or near the end of the schedule in most seasons since the track’s 2014 debut.
As Eli Tomac wrapped up his first 450MX title, it was an MXGP superstar who stole the show. Dutch racer Jeffrey Herlings appeared aboard his Red Bull KTM and quickly adapted to American soil. Herlings, who was in his first year of 450 competition, dominated the field and gapped the likes of Tomac and Marvin Musquin in his perfect 1-1 debut. The two squared off once again a week later at WW Ranch for the USGP, with Herlings taking the overall with a 2-1 to Tomac’s 1-3. (Photo: Garth Milan)
After a heartbreaking loss in the 250 West Supercross championship fight, fan favorite Adam Cianciarulo reached the top of the mountain by winning the 2019 250MX championship. Cianciarulo started the season hot, winning five of the first six overalls to start the summer. Battling with Yamaha’s Dylan Ferrandis once again, Cianciarulo used a 12/12 podium streak to claim his only pro championship. The victory also marked a clean sweep of the outdoor titles by Kawasaki, as Eli Tomac claimed his third consecutive 450MX title. This was the first Motocross championship sweep by Team Green in 8 years, with Ryan Villopoto and Dean Wilson doing the honors in 2011. (Photo: Octopi Media)
In his rookie 450MX season, Jett Lawrence did the unthinkable. The Australian rookie became the third rider in history to score a perfect season, and the first man to do it in his premier class debut. Lawrence joined Ricky Carmichael (2002, 2004) and James Stewart (2008) in the illustrious perfect club. Lawrence was overcome with emotion after the race, holding off a determined Chase Sexton to secure his 11th straight 1-1 finish. Lawrence ghost rode his Honda 450 and celebrated as he accomplished what many thought would never be achieved again. Older brother Hunter Lawrence also had a day to remember, winning the 250MX championship as Honda swept every major title in 2023. (Photo: Garth Milan)
This interactive table details the all-time leaders at Ironman. Who has the most starts, wins, podiums and points. Filter by class. On mobile, slide left to access more columns. To see all years of data, become a member of the We Went Fast Garage and help us continue (and expand) these unique views of the sport’s history.
All-Time Leaders
This interactive table details the Ironman winners history. Who won in what year and what round was this venue. Filter by class. On mobile, slide left to access more columns. To see all years of data, become a member of the We Went Fast Garage and help us continue (and expand) these unique views of the sport’s history.