Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Andrew Gallegos Interview
So first off, I'd like to say thank you a TON to mister Andrew Gallegos for his time and cooperation!
G:
To start, I'd like to ask you when did you started riding?
AG:
About six years ago.
G:
And how old are you now?
A:
Eighteen.
G:
So it's safe to say you got your first bike when you were what, 12-13ish? Am I correct? Haha.
A:
Yes. Haha I started on 85cc's
G:
Awesome!! Do you race, or do you just ride?
A:
Race! :)
G:
Haha. And why do you race, Andrew? (:
A:
Cause it's a lot of fun. It Also gives you an adrenaline rush like no other! And I depend on myself in a race, not teammates.
G:
So what you're saying is that you do it for the thrill? What exactly gives you the rush?
A:
Yeah, somewhat. A lot of things do. Like, when you're battling someone and you're inches away from them in the air?!
G:
And how do you feel when you get the holeshot? Or when you win? Hah.
A:
It feels pretty good. It makes me think I'm getting closer to going pro!
G:
What are some of the opportunities that you have been presented with, through MX?
A:
What do you mean?
G:
Well like, let me put it this way. Have you been given products, or had the chance to go places because of MX?
A:
Not really, the only thing was that I was sponsored by "Handlebar Motorsports".
G:
Do you have any sponsors now, or are you still sponsored by "Handlebar Motorsports"?
A:
No, because I went to kawasaki. And yes I am. By o'neal, garnea, And spy.
G:
Ahhh! I see! Haha(: So you ride a Kawi now? Do you plan to stick with that manufacturer, or do you think you'll switch?(:
A:
I'll be switching back to Honda soon, hopefully! :)
G:
That's a good thing, I take it? Haha (:
A:
Yes! I like Honda's a lot better!
G:
That's awesome! Haha. So what gets you ready for a race?
A:
Just have to stay calm, and don't get nervous. Also just think and do what I'm capable of doing.
G:
That's one of the best strategies that I have heard!(: What do you think the best thing about MX, in general, is?
A:
Thank you! And there's a lot, but I would say it's just all around fun. If you win, lose or even crash.. It's still way fun!
G:
You're welcome!(: And that's always a good thing! About how many races have you raced?
A:
A LOT!! Probably a little over a hundred.
G:
Wow!! That's impressive! Haha. And how many of those have you won, or even placed 2nd or 3rd?(:
A:
Probably like 3/4 of them..
G:
What class do you race in?
A:
250 B and College boy.
G:
What is (or was) your favorite race or track? (:
A:
I've had a lot of favorite races! Andy favorite tracks would be Aztec and Moab!
G:
Do you travel a lot?
A:
Not a lot, but I do travel.
G:
Where all have you gone while racing?
A:
Aztec, Albuquerque, Monticello, Moab, Price, Grand Junction, Hobbs, Clovis, Moriarty, and Farmington.
G:
What is the hardest thing about MX?
A:
Arm Pump!!
G:
Would you say it's physically demanding?
A:
Very! It is the second most physically demanding sport!
G:
Would you say it's harder the spectators think it is?
A:
Way harder!
G:
How so?
A:
Most people think you just sit down and twist the throttle.
G:
But that's not so?
A:
It takes a lot of skill and physical shape..
G:
I can imagine! What is (or was) the worst injury you've gotten while racing and riding?
A:
Broken Femer..
G:
Oh geeze! I bet that hurt! D:
A:
Yeah. It doesn't feel too good!
G:
Do you have any major, or even minor races coming up? If so, when and where?
A:
I'm racing tomorrow, March 3rd, in Amarillo, TX.
G:
Well good luck!(: haha. And is there a way, like a Twitter. That potential fans And sponsors may be able to follow your races, your results and cheer you on along the way?(:
A:
I only have a facebook, but usually say how I do on there! :)
G:
And I know that I am already your "friend" on there, but how would one go about adding you?
A:
You can look me up by my e-mail, which is: lucky333drew@aol.com
G:
Alright!(: Thank you so much for your time and I'm going to end this by asking you a single question. Do you have any tips for people who are starting out in MX?
A:
Stick with it, and don't give up!
G:
Good advice!! Thank you again Andrew! I hope to do a follow-up interview with you soon!(:
A:
You're welcome! Anytime!
G:
Take care!
A:
You too!
Well there you go folks! If you're just starting out in MX, I HIGHLY suggest you look up to Andrew Gallegos.
He is a wonderful role model and an excellent rider/racer as well!
Keep an eye out for more interviews with more fantastic riders!!
Yes... I am.
Yes, I am a girl and I am a fan of Supercross and Motocross.
No, I do NOT base my favorite riders or my race predictions based on a riders looks. (Although, I will not lie there are some attractive riders!)
My picks are soley based on a riders passion and dedication for the sport and their true abolity of what they can accomplish on a dirtbike.
So anyone who doubts my love for the sport because it is a dominant male sport, you need a major reality check.
I love the thrill of racing and nothing will ever change that because of my gender.
#motoislife #braaaapp
No, I do NOT base my favorite riders or my race predictions based on a riders looks. (Although, I will not lie there are some attractive riders!)
My picks are soley based on a riders passion and dedication for the sport and their true abolity of what they can accomplish on a dirtbike.
So anyone who doubts my love for the sport because it is a dominant male sport, you need a major reality check.
I love the thrill of racing and nothing will ever change that because of my gender.
#motoislife #braaaapp
Best thing I ever read...
I was browsing on my twitter, and this Person I was following tweeted something about the hottest Mx dude. So naturally, I checked it out. Then I got to browsing around the site and found this! I thought it was pretty spot on! Scope this..
First of all I need to make something very clear… there are tons of ladies out there that ride motocross. And although I would like to say that all of us are the same, CLEARLY that is not the case. I mean, not all of us can throw down sick whips and end up in Vogue Magazine like Ashley Fiolek. But we do have some qualities that I believe can be shared across the board.
CONFIDENCE- Alright so here goes my slight “sorority girl” speech about confidence, but bear with me. Sometimes I feel as though the world tells women to not be confident and to lean on the confidence of a man to be successful. Between pictures in magazines and the historical female roles in movies, the media tells us that you know, women aren’t supposed to be on top (no pun intended). However, one of the great things about motocross is that we are learning the exact opposite. To be the best you have to be confident. To go as fast as possible around a track that is ultimately going to kill you if you back down… I mean… how can you survive if you aren’t confident.
SASS- There is definitely a difference between cute sass and nasty sass. And personally, I feel as though motocross ladies have a particular level of both. You can’t be doing cute sass when you push competition down in a corner. That would definitely be nasty sass. However, cute sass comes around when that super sexy topless motocross guy walks by and tells you that you can’t ride. PSH! Twirling your hair and rolling your eyes and giving him the opportunity to race you… now THAT is cute sass. But either way, us motocross ladies definitely have some sass.
STRENGTH- Between inner strength and physical strength, motocross ladies stand out. It takes a lot of inner strength to be successful on the track. First of all, most of the time we are the only female suited out during practices. To be able to go out there and be different and stay concentrated on why you are there isn’t always the easiest. Being able to push past the “I wonder what they are thinking” mentality and concentrate on the “let me show them what I’ve got” mentality takes a lot of inner strength. Second of all, we don’t have “man muscles” so building the muscle mass required to do what we need to do on the track takes some serious dedication and hard work. Not only are we in the gym (or at least we SHOULD be) we are building up muscles that most women don’t need. I mean, straightening hair and doing my fingernails only require so much muscle. But jumping a 120 foot triple and NOT DYING… now that takes some muscle.
CLASS- I don’t think I say anything as much as I say “keep it classy.” There are times when I want to throw my bike down and Bogle slap the heck out of people. There are also times when I feel like I am not doing as well as I should be and I simply want to…well…make myself look like a fool to say the least. But no. I sit back and think “hmmm…what would Audrey Hepburn do in this situation?” Okay so no Audrey most likely would never put herself in a situation to where she would have to take her pearls out of her ears, but you get my point.
PERSONALITY- I don’t think I have ever met so many amazing, real, fun girls outside of the track. I mean my sorority definitely has some characters, but motocross ladies are freaking amazing. Between the humor, yet the seriousness, the silliness yet the concentration… I really could go on. But for the most part, if you are female and you ride dirtbikes, you have to be a pretty cool person.
So, I could go on and on about what it takes to be a motocross lady, but by now I think you get the point.
http://motocrossladies.com/
First of all I need to make something very clear… there are tons of ladies out there that ride motocross. And although I would like to say that all of us are the same, CLEARLY that is not the case. I mean, not all of us can throw down sick whips and end up in Vogue Magazine like Ashley Fiolek. But we do have some qualities that I believe can be shared across the board.
CONFIDENCE- Alright so here goes my slight “sorority girl” speech about confidence, but bear with me. Sometimes I feel as though the world tells women to not be confident and to lean on the confidence of a man to be successful. Between pictures in magazines and the historical female roles in movies, the media tells us that you know, women aren’t supposed to be on top (no pun intended). However, one of the great things about motocross is that we are learning the exact opposite. To be the best you have to be confident. To go as fast as possible around a track that is ultimately going to kill you if you back down… I mean… how can you survive if you aren’t confident.
SASS- There is definitely a difference between cute sass and nasty sass. And personally, I feel as though motocross ladies have a particular level of both. You can’t be doing cute sass when you push competition down in a corner. That would definitely be nasty sass. However, cute sass comes around when that super sexy topless motocross guy walks by and tells you that you can’t ride. PSH! Twirling your hair and rolling your eyes and giving him the opportunity to race you… now THAT is cute sass. But either way, us motocross ladies definitely have some sass.
STRENGTH- Between inner strength and physical strength, motocross ladies stand out. It takes a lot of inner strength to be successful on the track. First of all, most of the time we are the only female suited out during practices. To be able to go out there and be different and stay concentrated on why you are there isn’t always the easiest. Being able to push past the “I wonder what they are thinking” mentality and concentrate on the “let me show them what I’ve got” mentality takes a lot of inner strength. Second of all, we don’t have “man muscles” so building the muscle mass required to do what we need to do on the track takes some serious dedication and hard work. Not only are we in the gym (or at least we SHOULD be) we are building up muscles that most women don’t need. I mean, straightening hair and doing my fingernails only require so much muscle. But jumping a 120 foot triple and NOT DYING… now that takes some muscle.
CLASS- I don’t think I say anything as much as I say “keep it classy.” There are times when I want to throw my bike down and Bogle slap the heck out of people. There are also times when I feel like I am not doing as well as I should be and I simply want to…well…make myself look like a fool to say the least. But no. I sit back and think “hmmm…what would Audrey Hepburn do in this situation?” Okay so no Audrey most likely would never put herself in a situation to where she would have to take her pearls out of her ears, but you get my point.
PERSONALITY- I don’t think I have ever met so many amazing, real, fun girls outside of the track. I mean my sorority definitely has some characters, but motocross ladies are freaking amazing. Between the humor, yet the seriousness, the silliness yet the concentration… I really could go on. But for the most part, if you are female and you ride dirtbikes, you have to be a pretty cool person.
So, I could go on and on about what it takes to be a motocross lady, but by now I think you get the point.
http://motocrossladies.com/
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