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I'm sorry guys... This one's absolutely heart wrenching and there's nothing I or anyone can say way to soften the blow...
The entire LRRS/NEMRR family is shocked and gutted. He will forever be missed.
Godspeed #3. It was a privilege and an honor gridding up next to you.
Posted today (Monday) at 2pm on the NEMRR - Loudon Road Race Series Facebook page:
And today (Tuesday) from Roadracing WorldIt is with the heaviest of hearts that we report the passing of Scott Mullin, who succumbed to his injuries after a crash this past Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. He was an accomplished expert level racer, a life long motorcycle enthusiast and a pillar of the motorcycle community in New Hampshire. Scott also managed Souhegan Valley Motorsports in Milford, NH, which has been owned by his family for years and has supported dozens of racers at the speedway during that time.
The incident happened during the third lap of the Unlimited Superbike event as Mullin entered turn 6 of the 1.6 mile road course at the speedway. No other riders were involved in the crash.
NEMRR president John Grush shared, "Scott was a beloved member of the NEMRR motorcycle racing family and will be sorely missed. On behalf of NEMRR, we send our heartfelt love and support to his family and loved ones." The details for the funeral and memorial service will be announced as they become available.
Scott Mullin (3), as seen in action at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on July 31. Photo by Martin Hanlon, courtesy NEMRR.
Round 5 of the NEMRR series by Mayhew Tools was held at New Hampshire Motor Speedway over the July 31-August 1 weekend.
Many riders competed and wrote new chapters in their racing story, but there is only one story that this article will report on. It is a story of both love and loss, and of community and individuals who profoundly affect us all.
Near the end of the day on Sunday, Scott Mullin crashed in Turn 6 of the Unlimited Superbike race on his Kawasaki ZX-10R. During the incident Scott was struck by his motorcycle. Medical professionals later reported that Scott immediately succumbed to his injuries.
Motorcycle racing often becomes part of the very fabric of the lives for those of us who take part in it. The sport creates challenges, emotions, and experiences that are hard to find anywhere else in the world. In spite of the incredible attraction of the racing itself, perhaps an even more powerful force that draws us in is the community of exceptional people that we meet along the way. NEMMR is blessed with an incredibly close community and Scott Mullin was certainly one of the people who drew us all together.
Scott was a championship-winning racer who spent the early part of his career on lightweight bikes. His spirited efforts on an often underpowered Kawasaki Ninja 650 made for some of the finest race spectating of the weekend in the early 2010’s. After a brief stint on 600cc machinery, he moved into the unlimited class on a Kawasaki ZX-10R, a bike which he expressed particular enjoyment in riding in an interview with NEMMR photographer Martin Hanlon on Saturday.
Scott had recorded a career best lap time in the 1:11’s earlier in the weekend and had established himself to be a force to be reckoned within the class. He carried himself with a quiet determination and commitment to winning, but at the same time would give the shirt off his back to one of his fellow racers – even a championship rival. Scott would wish you luck before a race in a way that was heartfelt and sincere, and then moments later would race you as hard and as clean as he could.
A steady stream of posts recounting the way that his generosity, his mentorship and most often just his smile affected those around him for good continue to flood social media. Many riders and friends recounted how Scott “took them in like a member of his family.”
Scott Mullin, R.I.P. Photo by Martin Hanlon, courtesy NEMRR.
Anyone who knew Scott knew him as a family man. His wife Sarah, daughter Reese, and son Chase were always by his side both at the racetrack and at home.
A quote from the Mullin family embodied the principles that Scott lived by. The lifelong motorcycle enthusiasts came together at the family-owned Souhegan Valley Motorsports dealership on Monday and posted: “The SVM family is gathered together with broken hearts at the loss of our fearless leader, boss, father, husband, brother, son and friend. Scott did what he loved everyday and we are all so thankful to have been a part of this family. We will get through this with our community. Thank you all.”
As word spread through the paddock first of Scott’s crash and later of his passing, the community rallied together to support Scott’s family, crew and then each other. The impact that Scott’s life had on the entire NEMRR paddock could be felt in nearly every corner and crevice of New Hampshire Motor Speedway and will surely be felt for many years to come.
For the past 50 years there have only been two riders who have run the #3 on their motorcycle. For the remainder of the 2021 season, many of the NEMRR paddock will also have the opportunity to carry the #3 on their motorcycles. The Scott Mullin #3 will serve us all as a symbol of what a life well lived can look like, and can remind us of the importance to laugh, encourage, give and care for others as Scott demonstrated during his exemplary life.
Wednesday EDIT: Just posted to facebook:
NEMRR by Mayhew - Loudon Road Race Series
The service for Scott Mullin will be held on Friday August 6th from 4-7pm at the Smith & Heald Funeral Home in Milford, NH. All are welcome to join us as we celebrate the life of our friend and offer our support to both the family and each other.
The Scott Mullin Honorary Trust has been set up for the benefit of Scott's family. Donations may be left at the service or mailed to Souhegan Valley Motorsports, and the trust will soon allow people to donate electronically. Details will be released as soon as they are available.
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Originally Posted by Pookie
and he is now revving his motor letting everyone know that he’s now in the paddock up above. Yesterday we lost a really good one. This day for me will never be forgotten. We’re gonna miss you buddy! 
