For the Official SUBARU team in the United States, SUBARU Rally Team USA, unique driver lineups have always been a staple. One of them is the Freestyle Motocross superstar, Travis Pastrana. In addition, Ken Block, founder of the American brand DC Shoes, popular with skateboarders and young people, is another unique member to have joined. Joining Rally America as a spot entry from 2008 is Rookie of the Year, Dave Mirra (Born in 1974 in Syracuse, NY).
Mirra became a pro BMX rider in 1992, always fascinated his audience with his acrobatic riding style. Claiming an unprecedented 21 medals in stadium sports (X Games), he is one of the most famous action sports athletes in the world, and is known for pushing the recognition of freestyle BMX globally.
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Travis Pastrana Born in 1983 in Anapolis, Maine.
Victories in championships from Supercross to Freestyle Motocross and Rally, plus the experience of winning gold medals (X Games). At 14 years of age, he became freestyle motocross champion, he brought a new level of skill and continued to raise the bar, becoming a superstar who continues to receive applause wherever he goes. At the X Games in the summer of 2006, he attracted worldwide attention when he did the first-ever double back flip (double inverted backward loop). In addition to competing in rallies from 2006, he took the title in 2007 and 2008.
[Related article] Monthly MSM, July 2008.
Ken Block Born in 1967 in Long Beach, California.
Athletic shoes, designed specifically for skateboarding, but brought into the town market was the concept by this "idea man." Starting in California, it didn’t take long for the idea to become popular with young people all across America.
A true speed lover, he made his rally debut in 2005. He was contracted to SUBARU Rally Team USA the following year. He was 2nd in the championship in 2006 and took bronze at the X Games. 2008 marked the third successive year he was 2nd in the series.
[Related article] Monthly MSM, November 2008. Movie is a must-see.
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