My 2017: Katherine 'Katty' Diaz (VEN)

Dec 17, 2017

Written by Bart de Jong

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My 2017: Katherine Diaz (Katty)
Hometown: Caracas- Veenzuela
Sponsors: Happy Bike Shop

Do you remember the first BMX event you went to this year and how did it go?
Katherine Diaz: Yes, I do. Was great! It was the VANS PRO CUP in Malaga, Spain. I had the opportunity to know many girls and share a lot. Really was a great event.

How many weekends/days were you away from home and at a BMX jam/contest or on tour?
Katherine Diaz: 2 weeks.

What was the best event you went to this year that gets your vote?
Katherine Diaz: O Marisquiño 2017 in Vigo-Spain. Good event, and the support to the girl class is growing. The prize money is like the FISE TOUR and the organization to the contest and the hosting is really good.

What trick/move were you happy to pull for the first time this year?
Katherine Diaz: Backflip. I do it for some years now, but 2 years ago I had a heavy crash doing it and I was scared to do it again. This year I did it again and it went good. I know it is a basic trick, but went about break my fear.

What BMX move stands out the most to you that somebody did this year?
Katherine Diaz: Honestly, a backflip tailwhip from Shanice Silva Cruz, is incredible the level for the girls this year. And to see Shanice's progress is amazing.

Who had the best looking bike in 2017?
Katherine Diaz: Oh, I don't know, so many styles and riders. I can't choose only one.

Who had the best video/video-part that stuck out to you?
Katherine Diaz: Panos Manaras' Welcome to Demolition video

What was your worst injury in 2017?
Katherine Diaz: This year I did not have any serious injury.

How many flat tires did you have the past 12 months?
Katherine Diaz: Some, maybe 10. I can't remember every each.