Professional freestyle motocross rider, Mike Oyston is back on the bike.
His team, Jungle Rush FMX has returned to training under the new regulations for lockdown Level 3, while still taking the pandemic seriously and using safety precautions at their venue. The team earns most of its money through demonstrations and shows, so while this is still on hold, times have been tough but Oyston is trying to stay positive.
“It has not been an easy adjustment but I try stay as positive and proactive as possible,” said the Bloubosrand resident.
“Not being on the bike as much as I’m used to can be frustrating but I still try stay active and healthy. The events will start up again for the Jungle Rush FMX team and when that does we will be ready to carry on doing what we love.”
He said until then, he and other members of the team have been doing training and stretch classes. “These have helped a lot and on the days where I lack a little on the motivation, a nice cold Dragon energy drink always does the trick to get me through.”
The team’s co-founder, Dallan Goldman, who also lives in Bloubosrand, said while demonstrations and shows have not been possible during the lockdown, the team had focused on releasing more videos, and promoting sponsors and the sport.”We would love to add some more riders to the team in the future,” Goldman said. “If you are interested in FMX be sure to contact us.”He directed these people to the team’s website where anyone interested can also find out more about Jungle Rush FMX through its videos and action.
Details: Jungle Rush FMX www.junglerushfmx.co.za
