Howdy listeners! For Episode 3 I thought it would be fun to have a quick chat with a young aspiring gravity racer. Walter Blackman first and foremost is from Iowa, not a region known for its downhill prowess, but Walter is out to change that. With the chips stacked against him he's making the most out of every opportunity he gets to ride and race. I got to know Walter on a trip he took out to Colorado, here on my local trails as a 13 year old he was hitting lines I had never seen before, but what really got my attention was the playful nature he took to the trail. It was a pleasure to catch up with Walter, and talk about his inspirations, who he looks up to, and what goals and aspirations he has. Walter has quite the level head on him for just turning 16. It was fun to talk mountain bike tech as he had some pretty good pre race tips, his thoughts on the future of mountain biking and his dream of one day competing at the world cup level. I hope you all enjoy this interview with Walter Blackman, sit back and relax, this is Ride On Ramblings!