Name: Chris Benny
Age: 21
Years Riding: 7
Bike: 24" Suburban
Hometown: Sydney
Local shred spot: Manly
24 or 26" wheels?Either... I run 24s at the moment
Favourite trick: Flatty
Blondes or Brunettes: Blonds
Worst stack: Had a big crash when a cheap frame snapped in two. Ruptured speen. Not too much fun.
Funniest story: Watching Ben fall into a big puddle at redhill. Heh..
Have you ever been arrested? Nope.
Last time you spewed: About a month ago in Thailand
Legs, bum or boobs? Legs with a bum and boobs! Awesome!!! Hah.
So what is your local riding scene like? Pretty awesome. 10 minutes away from the local trails and about 15 from Manly Skate Park. Loads of people to ride with.
How often do you get out on your bike? Not enough... only about once every 2 weeks due to work.
3 things you love? Riding, Snowboarding and Photography!
3 things you hate? Pocket wizards!!! (Photography radio slave) There not all what they are cracked up to be! Bad weather and not being able to ride enough.
What trick are you working on but struggling with at the moment? Tail whip.... I still can’t stick them. Just need to man up.
What’s your advice on rider progression, how do you get so good? I wouldn't say I'm 'good'... not compared to the rest of the team! Just ride as much as you can and enjoy yourself.
Ask what got you into riding to begin with? My brother... he started and I followed.
Describe your (on bike) style in 3 words? Sloppy, funny and slow!
Describe your (off bike) style in 3 words? Sloppy, funny and slow! Hah!
Where do you see the hardtail scene here in Australia going within the next few years? It has defiantly become more popular. So hopefully the trend will continue and we will see more skate parks and trails being belt.
How often do you get groms asking if you are sponsored? Whats your general response? Hah, every now and then. My response is usually 'By my parents'
What's been your most memorable MTB experience to date? Ever in the whole wide world... haha Guinness world record attempt... and I chocked! Lame!
Any custom mods to your bike? Hand painted nipples! Everyone loves hand painted nipples! Oh and some bling Ti bolts.
If you could have one signature part what would it be? A damn comfy seat!
And so what would you call that part? 'Chris Benny Supa Extra Comfy Saddle'
What does a 'normal day' in the life of Chris consist of? Senseless mumbling and ranting, daydreaming and a bit of photography.