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Question 6/12/2021 3:06pm
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You guys can say what you want about his work ethic but for someone to complete a Leo academy they have to put in the work...
You guys can say what you want about his work ethic but for someone to complete a Leo academy they have to put in the work. Simple as that. He married his lady and became a cop. It says a lot for a dude to give up his whole early life of racing to transition into getting a solid career going to do what needs to be done to support his family. I hope he keeps riding and posting videos of it. He’s awesome to watch and an even bigger fan now. Congratulations Justin!

I am also happy for him. I have to add that to be fair, any rider joining the elite puts in the work no matter what (title in 250 + top 10 in 450). Some have more stamina, or gift, some are less burnt out coming in, some are coming with a healthier body than others, some get multiple injuries that hits the drive or confidence, some have better teams bikes or trainers, etc ; there are just so many factors at the elite level that in my mind, any top 10 guy is an athlete, and should be respected as such, as there is just 1 winner and 3 on the podium. Last year he was top 6 until SLC, with a healthy field, that is really top level, so we can bag him as much as we want, that is a level of commitment most human beings can't achieve in their work too, being in the top 0.01% of a field. I am bummed it didn't fully worked out, but it was cool to watch as a fan, so good for him to walk away on his own terms.
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jk367 6/12/2021 3:11pm
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I respect anyone willing to be a cop specially this day and age. U could t pay me enough. Man I’ll miss watching him race though
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DKmxFAN 6/12/2021 3:22pm
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As a normal guy that works as a machinist 12 hrs a day I don’t understand it, he can make in a one yr contract what I make in 5 yrs. with that being said supercross and motocross is no joke so who knows? Never been a pro anything but man working a normal job ain’t that glamorous.
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dirtworldmx 6/12/2021 3:42pm
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DKmxFAN wrote:
As a normal guy that works as a machinist 12 hrs a day I don’t understand it, he can make in a one yr contract what...
As a normal guy that works as a machinist 12 hrs a day I don’t understand it, he can make in a one yr contract what I make in 5 yrs. with that being said supercross and motocross is no joke so who knows? Never been a pro anything but man working a normal job ain’t that glamorous.
Wouldn't be surprised to see him looking for a ride in a year, after the reality of being a cop sets in.
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byke 6/12/2021 3:55pm
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He's a sheriff though? They tend to be way more chill than a big city cop. He seems like he'd fit the rural Oregon vibe just fine. He'll ticket Californians for going two mph over the speed limit, chase some growers here and there, cite people for dumping their washing machine on the side of the road, fight some tweekers. It'll be fine.
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inthebadboycorner 6/12/2021 4:15pm
6/12/2021 4:15pm
So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
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Jeremy Macduff 6/12/2021 4:35pm
6/12/2021 4:35pm
Much respect to Justin Hill. That’s a real stand up, mature life decision right there.
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deluxeman 6/12/2021 5:26pm
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USA wrote:
I think he said the sheriff is near!
I know he’s getting nearer, what does he look like.
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KMC440 6/12/2021 5:31pm
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Put an apple pie on his window sill.

"Of course you'll have the good taste not to mention I spoke to you ..."
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ridge 6/12/2021 5:35pm
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I know an Oregon sheriff isn't the same, but do you guys have any idea how much a California Highway Patrolman makes? It's insane, and the bennies are endless.
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brocster 6/12/2021 7:43pm
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ridge wrote:
I know an Oregon sheriff isn't the same, but do you guys have any idea how much a California Highway Patrolman makes? It's insane, and the...
I know an Oregon sheriff isn't the same, but do you guys have any idea how much a California Highway Patrolman makes? It's insane, and the bennies are endless.
Yes, you can look up anyone you know that works for the government on transparent California. There is a HB police officer that makes 70 or 80K base salary but for the last 10 to 15 years he been clearing double that.

Back to Justin. Good for him. Now he doesn’t have to worry about the non stop “pro motocross” training and all the bazzar habits that surround it 24/7 365. I have been getting to see more and more of these top guys around the SoCal tracks and can honestly say, for some, it does not look like they are having any fun at all “getting to ride a dirt bike for a living”
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abomination 6/12/2021 9:55pm
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inthebadboycorner wrote:
So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
not even top 20 most dangerous.
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APLMAN99 6/13/2021 7:39am
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I think that the folks referring to him becoming a Sheriff may be rushing things just a little bit. He’s probably become a Deputy, but most Sheriffs are elected officials who have had a fairly substantial career in law enforcement before being elected.....
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APLMAN99 6/13/2021 7:44am
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inthebadboycorner wrote:
So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
A logging worker?

In the US, a crossing guard is statistically more dangerous than being a law enforcement officer.....

Law enforcement has its dangers as it is, no need to exaggerate those dangers though.
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Brap! 6/13/2021 7:54am
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I hope he doesn’t have to police anywhere near Portland or any other “like-minded” areas!
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dirtworldmx 6/13/2021 8:09am
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APLMAN99 wrote:
I think that the folks referring to him becoming a Sheriff may be rushing things just a little bit. He’s probably become a Deputy, but most...
I think that the folks referring to him becoming a Sheriff may be rushing things just a little bit. He’s probably become a Deputy, but most Sheriffs are elected officials who have had a fairly substantial career in law enforcement before being elected.....
Uh oh. Will he have one good year as deputy, then hang out in the donut shop waiting for his promotion while promising great things to come?
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inthebadboycorner 6/13/2021 3:01pm
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So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
I'm not sure of the reasons for the down votes, although in my opinion being a police officer in any country is a very dangerous job.
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1911 6/13/2021 3:29pm
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inthebadboycorner wrote:
I'm not sure of the reasons for the down votes, although in my opinion being a police officer in any country is a very dangerous job.
Down votes! Hope you can recover
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WheelieNelson 6/13/2021 6:31pm
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What you guys might or might not know is he also worked a normal 9-5 job in town going to work everyday this past year. He’s just a good dude doing right for his family, I’m stoked for him
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agn5008 6/13/2021 6:32pm
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I don’t know why you guys have to get into a pissing match about stupid things.

I’m happy for Justin and wish him nothing but the best in his new career. I’m sure he will make a great addition to the sheriff’s department.
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KMC440 6/13/2021 8:37pm
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Heard he was linin up a job over in Rock Ridge. Lots of new rail jobs over that way.
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APLMAN99 6/14/2021 5:28am
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inthebadboycorner wrote:
So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
inthebadboycorner wrote:
I'm not sure of the reasons for the down votes, although in my opinion being a police officer in any country is a very dangerous job.
My guess is that they are likely because of the exaggeration.

“If I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a billion times. Stop exaggerating!”
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delonick347 6/14/2021 10:53am
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No sidewindin' bushwackin' hornswogglin' cracker croaker is gonna rowll my bishen cutter.
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LungButter 6/14/2021 11:34am
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inthebadboycorner wrote:
So from one of the most dangerous jobs in the world to THE most dangerous job in the world.

Brave man.
inthebadboycorner wrote:
I'm not sure of the reasons for the down votes, although in my opinion being a police officer in any country is a very dangerous job.
Well, your opinion of it being the most dangerous job in the world doesn't mean it is.

I grew up in a logging town, we have a city block size memorial for those who have died bringing logs out of the woods....my best friend grew up without a Dad from the age of 3 due to a logging accident....I don't think a single cop or sheriff has died in the line of duty in the same town ever.

Being a cop is a noble profession, especially in today's world, but there are PLENTY of others who also put their life on the line every day to put food on the table and provide the rest of us with the things we need to live a comfortable life.
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captmoto 6/14/2021 11:43am
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The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing to kill a cop straight up and the cops don't generally know that when making contact.
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TeamGreen 6/14/2021 11:43am
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ridge wrote:
I know an Oregon sheriff isn't the same, but do you guys have any idea how much a California Highway Patrolman makes? It's insane, and the...
I know an Oregon sheriff isn't the same, but do you guys have any idea how much a California Highway Patrolman makes? It's insane, and the bennies are endless.
And...quite a few of them ride...
And...they sometimes let that guy in the Transit doin' 90 on 395 in the middle of nowhere off with just a "warning"...
And...the vast majority of them are cool MoFOs.
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TeamGreen 6/14/2021 11:44am
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captmoto wrote:
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing...
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing to kill a cop straight up and the cops don't generally know that when making contact.
Damn.

Straight to the wick.

Sad; but, true.
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LungButter 6/14/2021 11:51am
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captmoto wrote:
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing...
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing to kill a cop straight up and the cops don't generally know that when making contact.
I guess the main point is, that neither of them know or have a choice, every time they walk out that door earn a paycheck they might not come back. Doesn't matter if it's an accident or malice, dead is dead.

Yes, it's shitty that people out there want to do harm to cops but it just simply doesn't make it the most dangerous job in the world, probably not even close actually.
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Dirty Points 6/14/2021 12:20pm
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captmoto wrote:
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing...
The difference is that in logging, those fatalities are terrible accidents, no malice involved, maybe even safety lapses. There are people out there that are willing to kill a cop straight up and the cops don't generally know that when making contact.
LungButter wrote:
I guess the main point is, that [i]neither[/i] of them know or have a choice, every time they walk out that door earn a paycheck they...
I guess the main point is, that neither of them know or have a choice, every time they walk out that door earn a paycheck they might not come back. Doesn't matter if it's an accident or malice, dead is dead.

Yes, it's shitty that people out there want to do harm to cops but it just simply doesn't make it the most dangerous job in the world, probably not even close actually.
And even the factor he is mentioning, while definitely a hallmark of a a dangerous job, can be overstated compared to other dangerous jobs. Example: yes, law enforcement is a career with high homicide rate (fortunately, still statistically near zero), but significantly lower than that of a cab driver:


Sorry, back on topic: Big ups to Justin for pursuing his dreams and entering the next chapter after racing. Despite the criticisms we fans piled on him throughout his career, it is pretty clear he must be a guy capable of hard work both inside and outside of sport to achieve what he has.

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