Member of the Week: Danny Robin
Written By: Jackie Riess
It’s the summer of 2004, and Danny Robin is 14 years old. His parents initially bought a Honda 50 that he and his younger siblings shared, but that only lasted a short period of time until they all received their own bikes. Danny ended up with a Honda CR80 Supermini, and began riding and racing seriously that summer. His first race was at Echo Valley in Brookston, MN, where he finished nearly last and was lapped by the leaders. But his results didn’t discourage him, as he came off the track smiling and ready to compete again. Though Danny was mainly a motocross racer for much of his racing career, he has now shifted focus towards the D23 ARMCA Enduro and Hare Scramble series. Competing in AA, he felt 2021 was a successful season, and is excited to build off this success in 2022.
One race day, Danny starts off with his favorite breakfast: ginger green tea and steel cut oats with fruit, peanut butter, cinnamon, and sweet potatoes. As he prepares for the day, he turns on metal or punk rock, and envisions himself racing the course in preparation. In addition to riding and racing, Danny enjoys mountain biking, running, cross-country skiing, and outdoor exercise in general. Over the winter, he developed a passion for skiing, and may take up ski racing in the future.
Danny is inspired by his younger brother, Jerry. He admires his persistence and dedication to competing in professional motocross and Supercross. Though he’s seen his brother go through highs and lows, and has himself experienced tribulations in racing, he knows they both have to keep going, no matter the level of racing. These experiences are what keep Danny coming back, and have given him a positive outlet and outlook in life.
Danny advises other D23 ARMCA members to focus on controlling their own efforts, actions, and energy. He explains, “if you give it your all physically and mentally at a race, or anything in life for that matter, and look back and say that was a full effort, that’s success.”
This article was prepared by an independent contractor and may not be the views of the board of directors of District 23 ARMCA or any of their sponsors or affiliates.
