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Listen, I am not complaining first of all. I love the kid, one of the greatest riders ever.
However, doesn't he just come across as not really enjoying what he's doing? He always kind of seems like he's in a bad mood like well here I go again, don't really want to be here but might as well. He also comes across a little stand offish to the reporters even though he is more than friendly enough he just puts off a vibe that he would rather not be interviewed.
Is it just me here that thinks this? If I am right in my perception of him what do you think bugs him most about what he is doing and why he can't enjoy it more? Is it the constant training, just so much damn hard work, the politics, people around him?
Guys a warrior and maybe he's just freakin tired and wants to relax. It's a very demanding job for sure.
However, doesn't he just come across as not really enjoying what he's doing? He always kind of seems like he's in a bad mood like well here I go again, don't really want to be here but might as well. He also comes across a little stand offish to the reporters even though he is more than friendly enough he just puts off a vibe that he would rather not be interviewed.
Is it just me here that thinks this? If I am right in my perception of him what do you think bugs him most about what he is doing and why he can't enjoy it more? Is it the constant training, just so much damn hard work, the politics, people around him?
Guys a warrior and maybe he's just freakin tired and wants to relax. It's a very demanding job for sure.
A.) Ryan has a really dry sense of humor. And you will not see him ever get emotional on the podium.
B ) This is a job that has taken a toll on the guy. Not sure when the end is coming......but it isn't to far away.
Another words......he's over it and just wants to finish his career healthy. He's a professional at his job and see's no reason to bring emotional bullshit into it. He's doing exactly what he's being paid to do.....win as much as possible. Either you love him or hate him......and Honestly I don't think he cares. He's made a great living and left a hell of a mark in this sport......weather anyone agrees with it or not.
You'll harden the f^&k up and be less sensitive to every minute detail of a riders life who you do not know personally
The Shop
I respect him for what he has accomplished, not his personality as a public figure.
I could care less that he's Salty and a little irritable, I don't have to hang out with the guy every day. He does his job damn well and that's what counts.
Some riders, like Canard and Windham, are personable and like talking to people, Villopoto doesn't seem to be one of those guys.
Truth is.....he's a wise ass , joking around SOB that likes to push peoples buttons. In " real ' life.....he is not anything like what you see on camera. The dude is just 100% focused on his job.....to the point of almost lunacy. He takes his job very serious.....but when the time comes to hang up his boots and he isn't under all that pressure......you will see a different Rv if they can ever get a mic put back in front of him.
Honestly.....when he's done.....he's going to be hard to find IMHO.
I saw him in the pits last night and for the first time noticed 2 big tatoos on his left arm I hadnt noticed before. They looked faded almost like he was in the process of getting them removed or they were those "fake" tatoos starting to wash off. What is up with that?
mike
I also feel like Villopoto is from a post-RC era of robots - Dungey, Bagget, Canard, Barcia etc, is almost a "class of 2008" generational thing ... feels like some of the new kids are breaking loose a bit more from that corporate mentality. Hear less and less of the sponsership robot spiel these days which is a step in the right direction. Seems like there was a window 2-6 years ago where the new kids showed zero personality and it was the done "professional thing"... and RV is a product of the "class of 2008". haha
No one can question his heart and effort, but I think Matthes or Weege made the point that they wished the fans could see the real RV thats messing around in the truck . . . or the RV thats on Pulp MX being himself.
I am an RV fan by the way, I loved watching him come back from those savage injuries and crushing the Dungetards
Did Ryan get drafted by the military?
Ryan Villopoto is a legend of my favorite sport. No question. Ryan Villopoto also could have decided to do different things with his life. It seems to me that he chose to try his hand at being a professional motorcycle racer and reached an insanely rare level of success...and he may not be finished achieving.
The things Tyler listed that Ryan gave up were largely by his own choice and it seems that he's been rewarded handsomely. Personally, I really hope he is able to walk away as healthy as possible, but make no mistake, he chose this road...warts and all.
Ryan doesn't owe me a smile or an explanation. I'd bet that he's MUCH more interesting away from spotlight, but maybe not. I'd also bet that he doesn't give a damn what I think.
I cheered Tyler on in Vegas last year at the shoot out, but I disagree with his notion that anyone is "running off the heroes of the sport".
Take Schumacher in F1, dominant through the early 2000s people thought he was arrogant and that he was damaging the sport making millions whilst other guys were paying for seats to drive.
The difference is that with social media people think they know everything about a rider from a few twitter updates and a few instagram photos. Tylers post sums up the true dedication/ sacrifice required, and before long that can outweigh the benefit, especially when you are financially stable.
RC's path is one which will become the norm, which is why riders like Windham will grow to be even bigger legends through time.
Pit Row
He kind of has that attitude like meh I don't really give a shit about this, but I'm going to make sure I beat all of you when it counts... but it doesn't matter.
I figure there's a good chance he'll just quit with very short notice not too far in the future. An injury could speed it along. He has been impressive.
The reason he has all these titles is because he works harder than anyone for them. He does lead a military style life. Everyday is regulated and scrutinized. If not by himself, it's his team, trainer and fans.
The guy has to have surgery to get any time off. He gets ankle surgery and misses the MXON and the fans call human traitor and a money hungry selfish person.
If he retired tomorrow, I would applaud him and thank him for putting lan great show the last few years.
Yes, he had a "choice" but he chose to be a champion.
Ryan actually doesn't enjoy what he's doing - he said exactly that in the interview a couple of days ago. I don't hold it against the guy, it's been a long long slog to get here, but he's really not enjoying it, in fact is probably hating it, and I wouldn't be surprised to see him a) take a short break to recharge or b) retire on top. It's one thing to keep fighting when you love racing dirt bikes, it's another when you don't even enjoy it anymore.
The guy is at the top of the sport. Maybe there is something to learn here.
I, for one don't think he has long left in this sport. He can't even force himself to say he likes it anymore (the MC interview). I believe when he is done with our sport that he may be one of those that never rides a bike again.
I, for one, will really hate the day that he hangs it up. I've only been watching SX/MX for a tad over ten years and have already had to come to terms with RC retiring now it appears the next greatest warrior of my ten years watching is about to come to an end.
That said maybe Tomac, AC or someone else will fill the void left by RV.
The only thing I do agree with is that RV doesn't deserve all the naysayers saying the crap they do about him.
RV is pretty special. There is really nothing bad you can say about the guy. Sure maybe he doesn't light it up with personality but he doesn't have to and I know deep down this guy is being professional for the cameras and off camera he is tons of personality.
When I wrote this I was assuming something that crossed my mind for a brief second then I went on with my day. I don't give a shit about RV any more than he gives a shit about me. I have my own family, life, work, kid, etc.
We are just fans that shoot the shit. Sometimes we are stupid as hell and say something without thinking but that's why we are here. We are fans of the sport and we like to talk shit sometimes. We don't think of these guys as humans sometimes but more of a action figure. At the end of the day we love these guys and are mesmerized by what they do and we want there autographs. We just also like to be fans and talk some shit.
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