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59 Christian Craig

TLD / Lucas Oil / Honda Team

Team: TLD / Lucas Oil / Honda

Sponsors: Troy Lee Designs, Lucas Oil, Honda, PPG, Red Bull, Adidas, Oakley, Seaspan, Fender, GoPro, Young & Reckless

birthdate:
7/19/1991
height:
5'11
weight:
170 lbs
birthplace:
San Diego, CA
residence:
Wildomar, CA
website:
http://www.christiancraigmx.com/
  • Photo: Kardas
  • Photo: Kardas
  • Photo: Kardas

How did you get into Motocross?
I grew up watching my dad, Mike Craig, race.

How old were you when you started riding?
4 years old.

Where did you grow up?
Lakeside, CA.

How did you first get introduced to TLD and/or Troy?
My dad knew Troy through racing so I've known him for a long time.

How long have you been riding for TLD?
Since 2009.

Which TLD products are you using?
Everything from helmets and gear to protection and casual.

Do any athletes/riders influence or inspire your style?
Ricky Carmichael.

What do you like to do when you're not riding?
Road bike, mountain bike, golf and hangout with my girlfriend and friends.

What bands/music are you into?
Country and rap.

List 3 goals you have for the upcoming season:
1. Be consistent.
2. Finish inside the top 5.
3. Good starts.

List a few highlights of your career:
Freestone 2011 I went 5-8 for 7th overall.

What's your favorite race/event and why?
Any races in Southern California because I'm close to home.

What's your idea of an epic day riding?
Going to ride in the hills with friends.

What's the best thing about being a professional athlete?
Being able to do what I love to do for a living.

If you weren't a professional athlete, how would you want to spend your time?
I'd probably have a normal job and ride for fun on the weekends.

Who would you like to thank?
TLD, Young & Reckless, my girlfriend Paige, friends and family.