Mimo was quite literally my inspiration to get back on one wheel. I rode regularly for over 10 years before becoming a recognized alcoholic got me out of the saddle. After getting sober 2 years ago I saw Mimo riding with Ricky Glaser and killing Hollywood High. The way he hit those rails made me realize that I missed doing tricks on one wheel. Sure, I’ll never hit that rail, but even the rail at my local skatepark is awesome. I’ve been riding regularly again for about six weeks. I’m amazed at how much I’ve been able to pick up so easily again. Crankflips and 3 spins are still eluding me, but they’ll be back again soon. Because I intend to learn some more flatland stuff, it feels like a whole new sport, just starting with an advantage.
Mimo, if you’re here, big time shout out. You’re killing Ringling the way that I hoped I would have been able to when I was still in high school, they shut down my senior year due to animal stuff, so I lost a couple of years. You’re making big street and trick unicycling look cool to new eyes. Props, my friend.