On the Radar | Tyler Booy | Scott Sports Canada
By Jeff McConkey
Presented by Scott Sports Canada.
Name: Tyler Booy
Age: 9
Hometown: Wyoming, Ontario
School and Grade or Occupation: South Plympton school
Number: 171
Bike: KTM 65 and RM 85
Race Club or Series: AMO, AMA, TVR, NATIONAL RACES and Walton TransCan 2018
Classes: 65 (7-9), 65 Open, 85 (7-9)
This week, #171 Tyler Booy is ‘On the Radar.’ | Carrie Brown photo
How did you get started in racing and riding?
My neighbour and best friend, Ethan, had a dirt bike. Ethan and his brother were riding all the time and it looked fun so my dad bought me one and I didn’t want to get off! We started with riding at Mini Thunder when I was 5 and each year tried a different series and now my goal is Loretta’s.
What is your favourite track and why?
I would have to say my favourite track is Baja Acres in Michigan because of the sandy soil. It forms multiple lines and has sweet jumps.
Who is your favourite rider and why?
My favourite rider is Cole Seeley because he rides Hondas and he is fast and has nice form.
Tyler’s favourite part about going to the races? “…to race.” Great answer. | Carrie Brown photo
What Canadian Pro do you look up to and why?
My favourite Canadian pro is Joey Crown because he is really fast.
Who is your hero?
My hero is Cole Seeley. I want to be a good rider like him.
What are your goals for this season, and what is it going to take to reach them?
My goal is to qualify for Loretta Lynn’s. With more training, practice, and experience, I know I will get there. This is my dream!
What are your biggest accomplishments?
My biggest accomplishment has to be when my parents took me to the Loretta Lynn’s regional qualifier. Even though I didn’t qualify, I had a lot of fun and learnt a lot. Looking forward to next year to try to qualify again.
What is your favourite part about going to the race?
My favourite part about going to the race is to race.
Watch for Tyler to be chasing Loretta Lynn’s again in 2019. | Carrie Brown photo
What do you like to do when you aren’t racing?
I like to ride my pit bike and makes tracks in the sand and play with my toy dirt bikes.
Who would you like to thank?
I would like to thank my mom and dad for believing in me and taking the time to help me live my dream and working on my bikes. Big thanks to Jay Thompson at MX Schools for training me to be a better rider. Thanks to FrankFit for helping me stay in shape and stay strong for my riding. My sponsors: Timbermart for helping me chase my dreams, and Titan Engines for building my motor and making me faster. Also, I’d like to thank D&D for my sweet graphics.