Boyd Willcocks is one of the most widely known and respected Trials riders in Australia today. He has competed overseas and is a multi Queensland champion.
The Essentials...
Born: Brisbane, Qld
Age: 21
Lives: Brisbane
Club/s: MTCQ (life member), LRMTC and WDTC
What's in your CD player?
Pheonix
Maccas, KFC or Subway?
Subway if I need to eat on the run
First bike:
Pee Wee 80
First trials bike (if different to first bike):
TY 80
Full time pro, full time worker or full time student?
Apprentice Carpenter
So how your 2010 season is is going?
Solid start to the season and looking forward to Nationals
What was your 2010 Qld Titles like?
2nd place to Kyle Middleton, tried to keep him honest.
What are your plans for the rest of the season?
To focus on the National Titles at Mt Tamborine and have some fun at the Qld Arena Trial the following weekend
How do you see the future of your trials career?
Hopefully a long career and I am planning on heading back overseas.
Here is a stirring question,What changes would you like to see to better trials in Australia?
Non-stop rules brought back in. The 60 second time limit brought across for next year. Also to have an Expert as well as A grade in the Qld Series
What your training program?
Try to get on the bike during the week as well as weekend. Off bike training includes core strength and some weights and running.
Who do you practise with?
I am spending a lot of time with Richard Kent this season but whoever is willing to come along for a ride
What part of your riding you want to improve?
My Mental focus
Who are your sponsors?
Gas Gas Motos Australia, Paul Arnott and the Hell Team and KD Moto Trials
What is your present bike?
2010 Gas Gas 300cc
What have you done to it to improve?
Placed a Khein carburettor
How do you keep your enthusiasm when riding bad?
Take 5 mins out to have a rest and get your focus back
What surfaces do you like riding on the best and why?
I love riding in the rain as I have spent a lot of time in the UK. I enjoy the challenge of trying to keep traction.
What surfaces do you dislike to ride on, why and how do you cope for it?
I don’t dislike any surfaces
Worst trials moment?
When you injure yourself
Worst trials crash?
Twisting my ankle at a NSW round in 2003
Best competition result thus far?
Special First Class in the SSDT in 07 and 9th Place in Junior at the Polish Round of the 2006 World Outdoor Trials Championships
Where is your trial riding heaven?
Addingham Moore Side in Yorkshire
Are you superstitious before an event?
No
Any other disciplines you like to try?
Extreme Enduro
What interests do you have away from trials?
I love sailing in my off season
What do you feel makes a good minder?
Someone you can enjoy training with