Member of the Week: Zachary Brown

What discipline(s) do you participate in? Class(es)?

Hare Scramble 200A

When did you begin riding and racing? At what point did you become a District 23 ARMCA member?

I began riding at 4 years old and became an ARMCA member at 6.

What is the greatest accomplishment of your riding/racing career?

Winning the ARMCA Hare Scramble and Enduro Championship on my 65 and Premier and Junior Championship last year.

What are your goals for 2023? Beyond?

In 2023 and beyond, I’d like to become a AA rider and hope to represent the District well at races across the country.

Why do you continue to race in D23 ARMCA?

It’s an awesome community with great competition! I enjoy both the racing and the fun time I have with everyone.

Who inspires you in racing?

I look up to Logan Kittok because of how he influences younger riders. He is determined and hardworking and you can see how much that pays off!

How has motorcycling impacted your life?

I know it’s something I can always look forward to! It also gives me the adrenaline and rush that nothing else gives me.

What is your favorite food to eat on race day?

My favorite food on race day is a chocolate Ryno power protein shake in the morning and about 2–3 hours before my race, I will eat rice, chicken, and green beans.

How do you get pumped up to ride/race? Music? Pep talks? Maybe quiet time is more your style?

I have a hard time getting psyched up before a race, but when those last-minute nerves set it.. that when I really get pumped.

What else do you like to do for fun?

I’ve started playing disc golf and other games. I love playing card games and doing things with my family. One thing that comes with racing is the traveling which can be boring but is also a good time to spend with family.

What advice has a fellow rider/racer given you that you follow?

I used to be terrible at eating on race day and I would crash about an hour and half into my race. But once Logan Kittok got on me for not eating, I started to be better about it and it has really helped me improve.

What advice do you have for other D23 ARMCA members?

Hydrate and eat are the two big things for preparations. For the rest, I would say get comfortable with your bike and gear even if someone says that a certain item or part is the best. Everyone's riding style is different so something might work for you that might not work for them.