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Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« on: November 25, 2008, 10:06:29 PM »
Well folks, it´s taken us a while, but here it is at long last!  Ladies and Gentlemen, please put your hands together, and welcome a true gentleman in our sport - Mark ´Rad Dad´ Dandridge.

Here are a few words from the man himself: "My life is Flatland. I eat drink and sleep flat. If I am not riding my bike I am on the phone talking about riding or making a post or making updates to BMX Freestyler. I think flatland is the ONLY sport. Sorry I have been that way for a long time."

Interview: Mark Dandrige - Rider of the Month

We hope you enjoy Mark´s interview, and draw inspiration, strength and energy from it. This is proof positive that age is no barrier to achieving your dreams and goals.

Mark prepared a great video in addition to the interview: download here.


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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2008, 10:49:36 PM »
You da man, Mark.  Keep up the great work!

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2008, 11:20:08 PM »
 :beer: :beer: :beer:
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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #3 on: November 26, 2008, 01:10:40 AM »
AWESOME!

Way to go Mark! :beer:

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #4 on: November 26, 2008, 01:11:21 AM »
Excellent video and a true freestyler. Well deserved honor. Thanks Mark.

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #5 on: November 26, 2008, 01:19:13 AM »
Mark is an inspiration.  His love for Flatland is unrivaled.  He is also one of the most generous people I have ever met.  Keep doing your thing Mark, we all love you bro.

Peace,

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #6 on: November 26, 2008, 01:24:32 AM »
Mark, thanks for all that you do bro.  Too bad this award doesn't come with a $50,000 check.  ;D

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #7 on: November 26, 2008, 01:46:26 AM »
 


Thanks everyone for the nice comments. To tell you the truth Hector, I feel like I just won the Lottery. I am very honored. Knowing that I was ready to pack it all in just 5 years ago and now to be recognized by so many of my peers is truly amazing. I uploaded the video on Vimeo and You Tube for those of you that can't watch the WMV.

Keep on Riding!!!!


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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #8 on: November 26, 2008, 01:56:24 AM »
great job Mark! :beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #9 on: November 26, 2008, 01:59:59 AM »
Mark u really went and above and beyond on helping promote for the jam and putting all the pics and stuff up on your site. Thanks so much. No one deserves rider of the month more then u. Congrats hommie.

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #10 on: November 26, 2008, 03:57:32 AM »
I actually felt inspired I mean, 40 yrs old and still kickin' it with kids a third of his age? Damn.. this interview/video made me forget my flu and tomorrow.. today since its 3am in Portugal, I'll be out there trying what I've been trying forever, again and again..

Thx Mark.. really!

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #11 on: November 26, 2008, 04:28:21 AM »
awesome!

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #12 on: November 26, 2008, 04:51:20 AM »
Another kick ass inspirational video from the motivator. The man just doesn't quit!

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #13 on: November 26, 2008, 07:53:08 AM »
Mark;

Your the man and you inspire me all the time....I would have never chased my Flat dreams if not from your encouragement and mentorship over the past few years...never give up bro and keep going......well deserved!!!! :beer:

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Re: Rider of the Month: Mark Dandrige
« Reply #14 on: November 26, 2008, 12:09:17 PM »
he well deserve it  :beer: :beer: :beer: