Did you ever get a fine for riding BMX?
Arto Arukuusk: Few months ago in Malaga were really close to it, because the Spanish police wasn't very happy with us riding this awesome street spot.
Who is the biggest legend you've seen at your local park?
Arto Arukuusk: AK, Maxime Charveron, Jason Phelan, Catfish. Martti Kuoppa back in the beginning of 00s when Session was hosted in Tartu.
Last time you rode stoned/drunk?
Arto Arukuusk: Fuck this, stay awake and enjoy life to the fullest.
Have you ever been caught by the police?
Arto Arukuusk: Yes, not things to brag about.
Worst BMX injury you've had?
Arto Arukuusk: Have been battling with ankle injury for 6 months now.
Highest amount you paid for luggage?
Arto Arukuusk: 60 euros for a bike luggage when plane ticket was 12 euros.
Stoked to be going to Simple Session?
Arto Arukuusk: Beyond stoked, so thankful that we have such a rad event in Estonia. Simple Session has changed my thinking and it shows that everything is possible if you put your heart to it.
Thanks to: My biggest supporter- my mother for giving me strength to follow dreams! Onwheels crew - always good times riding with my team mates. People who inspire me to do what you love and make it happen.
Pics by Arthur Sadowsky (B&W), Oscar Mendoza (Spain) and Tair Timmi (T-bog).
Name: Arto Arukuusk
Hometown: Tartu, Estonia
Sponsors: Onwheels.ee , Powderstudio
Instagram: artoday
What's your best Simple Session memory?
Arto Arukuusk: Watch Dave Mirra ride in Tallinn. To ride these unique designed skateparks with all the legends I look up to.
Biggest crash you've ever seen on a BMX?
Arto Arukuusk: Sad question. In Latvia, when everything went wrong. Rest in peace the riders who have left too early.
Have you ever eaten fastfood for a month straight?
Arto Arukuusk: No way.
Have you ever totaled a car?
Arto Arukuusk: Have been on the backseat when the result was a totaled car.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.