Luke Arbon

How does FOX contribute to your success?
I like the way the shock drives out of turns. It hooks up and gets me going exactly where I want to go.

Tell us about your best race or event and how it changed you.
Racing changes me. It teaches me to work hard, be dedicated and enjoy what I do.

Tell us about your bike/vehicle setup.
Grip it and rip it. I like to keep it simple.

What else is in your garage?
Golf clubs, RC cars, scooters, and BMX.

What's your training regimen?
Gym, riding, cycling and more riding.

Any major injuries, and how did you recover?
I have had a few nagging injuries this year, but so far I have been able to deal with them and keep racing.

What's your typical pre-race/event meal? Guilty pleasure?
Just pasta and some water and orange juice.

How do you determine which races or events to enter each year?
What I am contracted to do as well as the tracks and events I like to race.

What motivated you to get started professionally?
I love racing and don't like nine to five.

What separates you from other professional athletes?
I just work hard and try to be the best I can be.

What would you be doing if you weren't a professional athlete?
Working in the family business back on our farm.

What's the best thing about being a professional athlete?
Getting to ride at places around Australia and the world. Good tracks and the freedom to be our own boss.

What other sports are you interested in?
AFL Football and golf.

Any advice to the readers dreaming to turn pro?
Do it when you are ready as it is a big step out of amateurs.

What are your favorite magazines and websites?
Racer X, VitalMX, Motoonline, Fullnoise, and Dirt Action.

Who is your hero?
Chad Reed and Ricky Carmichael