mike aitken is one of the most influential and inspiring bmx riders of our generation. his style, courage, and positive attitude are unquestionably pure, and his skill and prowess are so legendary that his signature frame (or frames; he's up to 3.5 of them at this point) may be the most-ridden frame currently on the streets today.
i remember one of the earliest photos that had an impact on me when i first started riding bmx: it was mike aitken throwing a clicked turndown off a tiny transition on a sidewalk. it proved to me that you could have fun on the smallest terrain if you worked on your skills.
Mike Aitken Retrospective from Fitbikeco. on Vimeo.
so the tragedy is that he has been seriously injured. he crashed while riding and damaged his brain. being a professional bmx rider, he has been unable to get health insurance. given his current condition and need for treatment and care, he and his family could definitely use some aid. you can read more here: mikeaitken.com, and make donations as well. i've already made mine.
i wish mike and his family the best. my hopes are with them.
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