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.: Don Frankish - Maniac :.

Hometown: Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

Years Experience: 16

Favorite Food: Roast Beef & Potatoes

Favorite Color: Purple

Favorite Song: "Fat Lip" - Sum 41

Favorite Hobbies: Jet skiing, R/C monster trucks

Favorite TV Show: Everybody Loves Raymond

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.: Kristy Edge - Jurassic Attack :.

Q: How did you get involved in monster trucks?

A: Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to be a monster truck driver! I went to a lot of shows in Vancouver as a little girl with my family. And as i grew older I was determined to become a driver! Everyone always told me to grow up get a real job/ education. And I would always be soo mad at them because i was serious this is what I want to do. A few of my teachers always put my dream down, saying that there is no such thing as a female monster truck driver! I was so determined to prove them wrong!
I drove Firestorm the monster ride truck for a year and a half For Paul Mayfield. Driving the ride truck I travelled a lot and met new people. That's how I met Don Frankish. He let me take his truck out for a round of freestyling in Lethbridge, Alberta in July 2006. It was an adrenaline rush. I was excited and happy. I went out into that bull ring and at first i just drove over the cars to get use to the steering and the horse power. i got use to it pretty quick and away i went over the cars and i got some air! it was amazing. i got out of the truck and everyone wanted to see if my hands were shaking and they weren't. I then at that very moment decided that yes I can so this as a living. As the year went by i was still driving the ride truck but really wanted to race. but no one was looking for a driver, well a driver with no experience. Feb 2007 Don Frankish had a show in Saskatoon, I was there with the ride truck. Don let me race that weekend, he did the freestyling did great. I made it to the finals that weekend. i was up against Nathan Weenk. As soon as we lined up and that green flag dropped i threw it into 2nd gear and went for it! I lost by a hair. Nathan was shocked! A few months went by and i never heard from Don. i went to the World Finals and found out that Nathan was quitting I was sad that he was leaving. I knew Don wouldn't hire me, it never crossed my mind. i just went back to my old job at home in Abbotsford. then May 2007 i get a call from Don, he was asking me a lot of questions. we both know that I'm not as mechanically inclined like Nathan. I told don straight up that I'm not afraid to get greasy. ill do anything.When i worked for Paul Mayfield, I learned a lot. Example tiring up the truck and tiring down the truck. Those tires are heavy, but i managed. And i learnt about parts on the truck and how to fix them. So here I am today 2 month into the life of monster trucks and I'm just getting started and cant wait!

Q: What's the best thing about being a monster truck driver?

A: I Love the fans, and also i love being a Canadian Female Monster Truck Driver! The fans love seeing a female driver!

Q: Career highlights? First Win?

A: I have only just begun my career, but a few weeks ago in Edmonton I won my First Donut contest in Monster Jam!

Q: What is your most memorable moment so far?

A: So far I think it would be....The fans faces when they see that a female is in this sport too!!!!

Q: What is the most important thing about being a monster truck driver?

A: LOVE WHAT YOUR DOING! Have Fun!

Q: What is the best part about signing an autograph for a child?

A: To see their smile on there faces! And when they say they want to be just like 'you' when they grow up, touches my heart.I tell them follow your dreams.. That's what I'm doing!

Q: What do you do to prepare for a new season?

A: I have just begun, so far we have been working on trucks, making sure they run and are ready for the next shows.

Q: What's your favourite stop on the tour?

A: Any Stadium event, and I'm looking forward to more!!!!!

Q: What's the best thing about your truck?

A: It attracts the Children!

Q: What gets you pumped to compete?

A: The fans, and the fact that this is what I have been dreaming about for YEARS and its finally coming true.

Q: Where are the best fans?

A: Note sure yet, but my guess is any huge stadium.

Q: Best advice to kids who want to become monster truck drivers?

A: Don't let others tell you that you cant do it, because you can..Follow your heart. Stay in School, take mechanics, it will help you out down the road.

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