Out of the Blue | Mayla Herrick | Brought to You by Schrader’s

Out of the Blue | Mayla Herrick | Brought to You by Schrader’s

This week, we feature #19 Mayla Herrick from Colorado in our ‘Out of the Blue’ WMX column brought to you by Schrader’s

By Jensen Amyotte

Name: Mayla Herrick 
Date of Birth: June 19, 2009
Hometown: Thornton, Colorado
Grade: Grade 10
Race Number: 19
Bike: GasGas 112 and KTM 250f
Classes: Girls (11-16), Supermini 2, Women’s 12+ 

When not on a dirt bike, how do you keep yourself busy? Are you involved in any other sports or extracurricular activities?

I do a lot of golfing. In the summer I do downhill mountain biking, and winter I snowboard. 

As a racer, are there any obstacles you feel a female racer has to deal with that maybe a male racer does not?

I definitely think the strength side is harder for women and male racers are usually bigger as well. 

Who is your all-time favourite rider and why?

My favorite rider is Chase Sexton, mainly because he’s come through so much with injuries and such. He’s a big inspiration for sure!

What is your favourite track and why?

I like the Gatorback MX track. It’s a very fun and flowy track.

What event do you look forward to most every year? What’s one you don’t ever want to miss?

I definitely want to attend Mini O’s MX and SX every year!

What are your plans for this upcoming season? Any specific events you’re looking forward to?

My plans are to do the best of my ability and try my hardest every time I’m on the track. Also, to be an inspiration for young riders coming up. 

What are your biggest accomplishments to date?

Winning Loretta’s, being invited to race the SuperMotocross Supermini race, and gaining amazing sponsors. 

What is the biggest lesson that racing has taught you so far?

Definitely that you are way more capable of things than you think you are! 

If you could give 1 piece of advice to a female of any age who wants to start riding what would it be?

Never doubt your ability to be great. 

What was your first race number and how did you choose it?

My first number was 619. I chose it because it was my birthday number. 

Who would you like to thank?

Oakley goggles, Fox racing gear, Dunlop tires, Dirt Bike Kidz, Monster Army, the best graphics Rau designs, my trainer Rob Reynard and everyone over there, Robert (Bobo) Reynard, Lynks racing engines, Pro Circuit, best suspension in the game 405 Mods, Sun Enterprises, Moto Seat, Motomuck, FCP Racing.