How I got started

I got my first bike when I was four; it was a Honda Z50. I started racing when I was eight on a Honda XR70. I asked my dad if I could race it at our local motocross track, and the rest is history. I advanced through riding a KX65 and now am focusing on riding my Honda CR85R.

Goals for the Future

My race team has decided to continue racing in the Arizona State Championship series and to hit as many National events as we can this year. I am also looking to race my Red Baro 88cc & 119  in Mini Moto.

Some Personal Information About Me:

My name is Garrett Artaz. I am 14 years old. I attend a Cross Middle School where I am in 8th grade, and I carry an A/B+ average. When I`m not in school, riding my dirtbike is my biggest interest. I also like to ride my bicycle and play b-ball.

Do you train? What does your schedule look like?

I train with  Ethan Goodrich. We train at different tracks in Arizona. My schedule for training is to exercise daily, eat right, ride at least two times a week, and have training sessions with Ethan at least four times a month. When we ride, we practive our technique and we practice drills like turns, whoops, jumps and starts.

Music?

I like rock and some r&b.  

Why do you compete?

I compete because it is fun and it is what I love. I enjoy the excitement of competing. I enjoy the people I have met through racing.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

I would like to race Motocross or at least be in the business. Motocross is what I am passionate about. "I live in MX."

In December 2005, I won the AMX Super Saturday Championship in both the 65cc Beginner class and the 85cc Beginner Class. I`ve competed in the World Mini`s in Las Vegas, and the AMA Amateur Nationals at Glen Helen and Washougal, WA. I placed 10th overall at Washoughal. I am training with Shaun Kalos and Ethan Goodrich every chance I get.