OWEN MCKILL
YOUR 2017 JUNIOR CHAMPION, THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT FOR OWEN AND THE RACING COMMUNITY.
Q: How old are you and what age did you start riding?
A: I am 15 years old now and first started riding on a Honda CRF 50 at age 2. My dad built up some training wheels for me.
Q: Who was your biggest influence when you started on two wheels?
A: Probably my dad, Ian. As he was racing in the pro class when I was first introduced to the sport.
Q: What are some of your interests outside or riding?
A: I love being outdoors. Hunting, fishing, camping, working out and mountain biking are all up my alley.
“I am putting in the time to try an achieve success and do the best that I can, this seasons racing has me stoked!”
Q: Current bike?
A: Currently I ride a 2018 Husqvarna TE 150, and a 2017 Husqvarna FC 250 for the dirt, a 2015 Husqvarna FC 250 for flat track, and a 2017 Husqvarna FX 450 in the snow.
Q: Is there anything odd about your current bike setup?
A: Not that I can think of!
Q: A rad moment from the 2017/18 riding season?
A: This past year I attended my first National Hare and Hound in Bellingham Washington, (part of the AMA racing series) and finished first in my class and second overall for the amateur day. Definitely a day I will never forget!
Q: Name a few of your favourite pro riders, past or present.
A: Kurt Casseli, Kailub Russell, Cody Webb, Kevin Windham, Jason Anderson, Dean Wilson, Ryan Sipes, and Thaddy Duvall.
Q: What music have you been into lately?
A: 90s Rock!
Q: A movie you could watch on repeat?
A: Dumb and Dumber.
Q: What gets you stoked?
A: Different types of riding get me really stoked, riding moto or racing flat track once in a while gets me pumped!
Q: Favourite terrain to ride?
A: Fast, flowy and loamy trails are right up my alley, anywhere you can hold'er wide!
Q: Tell us what your driving to your local riding spots.
A: We are currently driving a ford transit van, best race rig ever!
Q: Latest TV/Netflix series binge?
A: MX Nation.
Q: Favourite junk food?
A: I try to stay away from junk food, but corn nuts are my favorite!
Q: Worst Injuries?
A: I crashed my mountain bike pretty bad one time, fairly nasty concussion and a skull fracture with lots of blood loss.
Q: Most recent injury?
A: I broke my arm two years ago riding too close behind someone in their dust. 5 mins into the ride too.
Q: What does “Built to Ride” mean to you?
A: To me, Built to Ride means someone who shares a passion for riding and racing. Whether its motocross, flat track, off-road, or snowbiking, we all have the same passion to ride, and those of us are Built to Ride.
Q: Any last words?
A: I am beyond stoked to be a part of the BTR Race Team. I will be attending the expert class this year which will be a big jump for me coming from junior. However, I am putting in the time to try an achieve success and do the best that I can, this seasons racing has me stoked!
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