THE SAM HILL INTERVIEW

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One of mountain biking's all-time greatest downhill racers discusses the highs and lows of racing, fatherhood and possibly regrettable tattoos in our in-depth, exclusive interview. Enjoy the fruits of an afternoon with Sam Hill at home in Western Australia. Interview by Tim Bardsley-Smith. Photos by Tim Bardsley-Smith, Sven Martin, Duncan Philpott and Boris Beyer.

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sspomer
1/17/2015 8:42 AM

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Mr.BigB

1/18/2015 5:46 AM

Very cool dude. Would be my choice of all the riders to spend a day with.

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rstwosix

1/18/2015 2:52 AM

Great interview. Doesn't like getting beaten by Gee string! Ha ha. Go for it Sam and get those podiums this year.

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Chuck Norris

1/17/2015 9:44 PM

I approve of this interview and Sam's ability to rip corners with Jedi-like precision.

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astrizzle

1/17/2015 4:57 PM

did she say "gee string" becuase I couldn't hear her? that is hilarious since they are such different riders

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depeche4

1/17/2015 4:11 PM

wicked interview. More of this stuff from the off season would be great.

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bigguns8431

1/17/2015 12:48 PM

awesome interview cant wait for April for this rad human to smash-em

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Bigburd

1/17/2015 12:43 PM

Any main rivals you hate being beaten by ? " Gee string " from I presume his Mrs , classic.

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Uncle Cliffy

1/17/2015 10:19 AM

Class act.

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Hyperpower!

1/17/2015 9:29 AM

Awesome interview! Looking forward to seeing him on top of the podium again this year!!!

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