Camille Maire: Always! That’s the goal, right?
Have you picked your races for 2022 yet?
Camille Maire: Yes, everything is planned and I will race a lot this year. 
What did you change on your bike for 2022?
Camille Maire: I changed everything! Frame and parts. I ride for GT and Pride Racing Parts thanks to my team Sarrians BMX.
Do you generally test things in the off season like different tires, different sized frames, wider bars, longer stems, different gears?
Camille Maire: No. I love the set up on my bike and I feel great on it so I use the same. I am testing some different gearing but that’s all.
What racing gear will you be running in 2022?
Camille Maire: Alpinestars, Oakley, Fist Handwear, Shimano.
What's the helmet of your choice for the new season?
Camille Maire: SM10 Alpinestar
Do you intend to eat better in 2022?
Camille Maire: I already eat healthy but I will try to track what I eat a bit more.
Has your training schedule changed from last year?
Camille Maire: Totally! I used to work but now I’m 100% into my training since January 1st. Thanks Sarrians BMX!
Who is helping you with your training schedule?
Camille Maire: Mike Violain
Do you get help with mental coaching?
Camille Maire: Of course. I need that to get less stressed on races and also just to talk with someone sometimes it helps a lot.
What's your local BMX track that you ride the most?
Camille Maire: Saint-Étienne
Do you ride pump tracks and trails to improve your bike handling skills?
Camille Maire: Not much, but I will.
What are your strengths?
Camille Maire: Skills
What are your weaknesses?
Camille Maire: Power
What are your goals for 2022?
Camille Maire: Ride my bike as much as possible and improve my race tactic. I want to be more consistent at the big races and get more mains.
Setting new goals for the new year is something most of us do. How can you better yourself? Is my training on point or is there someone out there who can teach me more? Is my equipment on point? Should I try a longer frame? Should I switch to carbon? Today we're checking in with GT's Camille Maire from France.
Name: Camille Maire
Age: 27
Hometown: Saint Etienne, France
Sponsors: DN sarrians, GT BMX Factory
Did 2021 turn out the way you wanted?
Camille Maire: Not really. My main goal was to get the ticket to the Olympics. I ended with the alternate place! Then, the world championship didn’t go as planned with a crash in the semi final. I also got disqualified for no reason after the semi at the European Championship. Tough season!
With the start of the new year, are you always looking to become a faster racer?
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.