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Blake Dircks
A couple of weeks ago I had WERA's Beth Dolgner on the phone and I asked her if she could spread the word that we were looking for a few Privateer Profile candidates. Well, either Beth is on the ball (actually, I know for a fact she is) or it is just a coincidence that this week's Sponsorhouse.com Privateer of the Week is WERA's #199, Blake Dircks. Blake is another Georgian lucky enough to call Road Atlanta his home track. Although he may share the number of a more-famous motocrosser, Travis Pastrana, it's unlikely you'll see Blake attempting any finish line backflips! Here's wishing Blake the best in his quest for the MotoGP.
By Gregg Lowley
How long have you been racing?
About one year.
How did you get started?
I have always wanted race, so my dad fianlly bought me a bike.
Why do you race?
For the thrill of being on the edge.
Which racing schools have you attended?
Ed Bargy Racing School.
What is your Favorite track?
Road Atlanta.
What is your proudest moment in racing?
Winning by a lap.
Your lowest moment?
Losing my first race.
What do you consider your strong point as a racer?
Starts, braking, and exit speed.
Your weak point?
To aggresive.
Who is you strongest competitor?
Anyone on the track at the same time as me.
Who is you biggest supporter?
My dad.
Do you have a Favorite racer?
Yes. Ben Spies.
What are your future racing goals?
AMA—then MotoGP.
Blake's sponsors are:
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Blake Dircks
Name: Blake Dircks
Racing numbers and series you race: #199 WERA
Bike(s): '04 GSX-R 600 and an '05 SV-650
Age: 17
Brith date: July 3, 1988
Birthplace: Manhattan, KS
Residence: Macon, GA
Home Track: Road Atlanta
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