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AOTW: Freddie Smith

Author: Olivia Reed

What’s up Freddie! How has 2018 started for you? 

2018 has been great for me so far. I recently moved to Orlando and have been traveling a lot on the bike. I also spent a week filming with ESPN for an athlete X profile. So I can already tell this is going to be a good year!

What are you most looking forward to this year? 

I'm looking forward to finishing out the triples series and the FL BMX series. Also pretty stoked to ride the up coming Fise stops and have a good time with all my homies!

When you’re not riding, what are you usually up to? 

When I'm not riding I'm usually hanging out with some friends and spending time with family.

You’re in college now, correct? How do you balance school work and riding? 

I am in college, balancing school work and riding gets difficult sometimes. If I'm traveling I bring my books with me and get assignments done in my down time to stay on track.

What do you do outside of being on your bike to improve your riding? 

Off the bike I ride my road bike and workout in the gym. Cycling is my favorite way to clear the mind and start the day!

What are your go to jams while riding?

My go to jams are really anything that gets me hyped to send it. You can usually find me listening to Juicy J, Rick Ross, or some Rock on contest day! 

You just got back from the Triples Challenge in Glendale, how was that experience? 

Glendale triples stop was a blast, the riding was on another level! Had the best times on and off the bike with everyone. Pretty stoked for the next stop in a few weeks!

Who are your favorite people to ride with?

My go to homie to ride with is Ryan Baker, we session weekly. Other than that when I travel I enjoy riding and hanging with Brian Fox and Brandon Loupos!

Any words of wisdom or advice to other riders? 

If you would call these words of wisdom, I always say "focus on yourself because everyone progresses at a different pace". And I usually tell everyone "go faster" lol.

Any last shout outs or thank you's? 

I would like to thank my parents for their continuous support in chasing my dreams. Also thanks to Monster Army for everything they do to support us up coming athletes. Shout out to Native Trade Clothing for keeping my shirt game strong! Lastly shoutout to my friends and bulldog Leo!