"Maxxis is pleased to offer more contingency money than ever to GNCC racers this year," said Harry Tripp, Senior Sales Representative at Maxxis. "Actual cash, not 'bucks', is up for grabs in nearly every class. Maxxis builds the highest quality tires on the market, and we are excited to reward some of the best racers in the world with this program."

For ATVs, Maxxis is offering $500 for the XC1 Pro class winner, followed by $250 for second and $200 for third. For the XC2 Pro-Am class, Maxxis is paying out to the top 5 finishers. The 1st place winner will be awarded $250, followed by $175 for 2nd and $125 for third. Maxxis also pays out to a variety of amateur classes on the ATV side.

For bikes, Maxxis pays out to the top 5 in the pro classes and several amateur classes. Maxxis is offering the XC1 first place finisher $500, followed by $400 for second and$300 for 3rd. For the XC2 Pro-Lites 1st place finisher, they will be offering $300, followed by $250 for second and $150 for third.

To Register for Maxxis Contingency go to http://www.maxxis.com/MotorcycleATV/Contingency-Programs.aspx.

The 2010 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country Series kicks off on February 27- March 2 as part of Daytona Bike Week at the Westgate River Ranch Resort in River Ranch, Florida, with the Parts Unlimited River Ranch GNCC. ATVs race on Sunday, February 28, and bikes race on Tuesday, March 2.

For more information, check out the official series website at www.GNCCRacing.com or call 304-284-0084.