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  (9:07 PM)

We're live with Tucker Hibbert!

Ryan Standish (Dorr, Michigan)

Your dad is a snowmobile racing legend. You are now entering that status. You both have had a major impact on the sport. How does that make you feel?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:08 PM)

It feels awesome! I am not sure I am at the legend status but my dad is for sure

Zach Walker (Illinois)

Hey Tucker! First off my dad knows your father and your uncle rex really well. Secondly you are one of my biggest inspirations to race. (my dads the other) Can i get something autographed? And How do you prepare for a race?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:09 PM)

To prepare for a race I try to focus on the race track. Check the lines out on the course and lastly I pray for safety

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

Tucker, Who is going to win the Super Bowl?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:11 PM)

I am not sure, I wanted the Vikings to be there!

Morgan (Alaska)

Who do u think is going to win freestyle

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:11 PM)

I am not sure. Hope Lavalle is ok. everyone is riding so good

jordan steinke (maple grove, minnesota)

what is it that you like most about snocross? this past weekend how did you pull off that win during the final race?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:13 PM)

I like how the track changes so much in snocross. I worked really hard leading into the Canterbury race, I think that helped me a lot in the Pro Open final

janelle (denver)

hey tucker, what's in your rig?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:14 PM)

We haul our sleds and a fridge full of Monster Energy!

Avery (Virginia)

hey tucker with ur great career in snowmobiles r u ever gonna pull a shawn white and move to dirt bikes at summer x

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:15 PM)

I would love to race supercross at the Summer X Games! Maybe this summer!

Frank (Dallas)

why don't you ride freestyle?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:15 PM)

Tricks are for kids. No, just kidding! I have no freestyle skills!

Bonita (Goodridge, MN)

What is the key to your success track after track?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:16 PM)

Experience from years of racing! I also study the lines on the track all through the day so I know where to go.

cody (ham lake mn)

hey tucker i think that was awsome how you got that 20 plus second lead last year at x what is it like riding at high hight at buttermilk

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:17 PM)

It is awesome racing in Aspen. The altitude is pretty gnarly, but that is why I train so hard!

Tim (Dilworth, MN)

Is it true your wife is hotter than your sled?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:18 PM)

Yes, Yes it is.

Alex (St. Louis)

have you watched the adaptive guys ride yet?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:19 PM)

I watched Mike Schultz race last weekend in Minnesota. Watch for my boy Jeff Tweet #177 in adaptive snocross!

Jason (new york)

hey tucker. how and when did you fall in love with arctic cat?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:19 PM)

I have ridden and raced Arctic Cat my entire life!

Bonita (Goodridge, MN)

Your good friend Jeff is riding in the adaptive sno-cross, will you be comparing your gold medals Sunday evening?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:20 PM)

I sure hope so. Jeff has been working hard and he should be a threat for the Gold!

cody (ham lake mn)

how does motorcross help you with snowcross

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:21 PM)

It helps with fitness and intensity!

Felix (Austin)

what would you be doing if you didn't have snow?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:22 PM)

I would race Motocross, Supercross, and mountain bikes all the time

Ryan (rochester minnesota)

What type of bike you race for motorcross

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:22 PM)

I have been racing Yamahas for the past few years. Not sure what I will ride this year, I dont have anything lined up yet

Austin (New York)

im trying to get some sponsors for snocross. what is the key to getting sponsored

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:23 PM)

Win and the sponsors will come to you. Also be professional and market yourself as much as possible

Avery (Virginia)

how u feel bout levi getting eliminated

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:23 PM)

That is too bad! Hope he is ok!

Dan (Winfield, IL)

Is it different when you are favored to win a competition? Is there more or less pressure?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:24 PM)

There is more pressure when you are a favorite for sure. I dont mind the pressure though, I feed off of it.

Lucy (Moorhead, MN)

Do you prepare more than 1 sled for each race?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:25 PM)

We usually have a spare sled ready to go. Once the racing begins we cant switch to a different sled so we carry a lot of spare parts

Shawnna Meyers (Indian Lake, New York)

Are you nervous at all for your runs? And if so, how to do prepare, do you listen to music to zone yourself out?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:27 PM)

I am nervous to some degree at all the races. I try to focus on myself and what lines I want to take on the track. I dont listen to music before I race. Just focus and pray

Austin (inlet new york)

whats ur cell phone number?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:27 PM)

1 800 Monster energy drink is good

Morgan (Alaska)

Do you think caleb moore could win freestyle

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:27 PM)

anyone can win at anytime.

Jeremy (Minnesota)

Do you think shaun white could win superpipe

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:28 PM)

I am sure he can.

Bonita (Dilworth, MN)

I know that you speak to young people when you have the opportunity, what is your best advice you offer them? thank for being a positive role model.

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:28 PM)

Be yourself and stay out of trouble. work hard.

Magicman (Warroad)

When are you going to get into freestyle?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:29 PM)

I will be hitting a freestyle ramp on Sunday night for the first time in the Knock Out competition

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

What do you think of Shawn White saying he does not want to be called the Flying Tomato anymore?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:30 PM)

Im not sure why anyone would want to be called a flying tomato

Tanner (Moorhead, MN)

Are you ever going to go into freestyle or best trick?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:30 PM)

no

Avery (Virginia)

hey snowcross seems cool how do i get started

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:30 PM)

Check out your local snowmobile dealer and find out where the closest race is.

mike (Phoenix, AZ)

How do you feel about SnoX final being on Sunday afternoon?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:31 PM)

I like it better when it is at night! It will be cool, hope the sun it out so we can see where we are going!

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

What is it that you like most about Arctic Cat?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:32 PM)

There is a lot of awesome people that work there!

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

Besides yourself who is your favorite racer?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:32 PM)

Dan Ebert

Chris (San Antonio)

Who is your biggest competition in snocross this weekend?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:32 PM)

Not sure who will be fast? Hopefully me!

cody (ham lake mn)

do the guys at speedworks hook you up

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:33 PM)

Yes they do. Speedwerx is responsable for all of my holeshots!

mike (Phoenix, AZ)

I saw you are entered for Snowmobile Knockout.. This is a little different than anything you've done before.. What made you decide to enter this event? How long have you prepared for it?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:34 PM)

I am not prepared for it at all. A little nervous. I wanted to try something new and I think with our sled being so strong and fast we will have a good run at gold!

Avery (Virginia)

Could we call u the ricky carmicheal of snowcross

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:35 PM)

You can call me whatever you want

Jason (new york)

After motocross and snocross what is your favorite thing to do?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:35 PM)

Mountain bike racing

Joey Oliver (Baudette, MN)

What will you do when you are too old to race professionally?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:35 PM)

I am not sure. are you ever to old to race professionally?

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

What do you do during your normal days?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:37 PM)

My normal day is at the race track, test track, or at the shop getting things ready. on the other days I am resting and getting ready for the next race.

Jason (new york)

For this X games snocross, do you need to complete qualifiers or are you automaticaly into the finals?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:37 PM)

We have qualifiers on sunday morning

Bobby (Connecticut)

During snowmobile freestyle what do they keep folding on the handlebars?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:37 PM)

Thats a good question, I dont know

Max Mosher (Beltrami MN)

Hey Tucker I just wanted to say good luck with snocross and thanks for letting me hang out in the trailer last weekend

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:38 PM)

No worries Max. you should be here at X Games

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

Are you going to the Olympics?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:38 PM)

No.

cody (ham lake mn)

do you like trail riding? if so what artict cat do you like to use

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:38 PM)

Yes. Arctic Cat sno-pro 500

Mike (Phoenix, AZ)

What Supercross/Motocrss team do you most look up to? Such as riders or team managers?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:39 PM)

Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/ Kawasaki. I will ride for them some day.

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

Who is the biggest influence in your life?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:39 PM)

My dad and my wife.

Jason (new york)

Are you racing snocross next weekend in New York?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:39 PM)

I will be there.

Arden (New Orleans, LA)

Hey Tucker, you think you can come race a snoX in new orleans anytime soon?? so glad you're doing well bro!!

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:40 PM)

I would love to race snox in Miss. Need some snow first!

Jason (new york)

Are you going to win all of the races you are participating in?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:40 PM)

I hope so. I will try

Avery (Virginia)

What do u think about X Games 3D the movie

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:41 PM)

I have not seen it yet. Looks cool.

slednecks (the world)

Tucker, it's time for a four peat chance, we want to see you in best trick and freestyle also!

cody (ham lake mn)

r u gonna do supercross after snowcross? if so were.

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:42 PM)

I will not race supercross this season. Outdoors this summer and supercross on the East coast next year.

TJ (San Fran, CA)

Do you plan on racing outdoor moto for a full season anytime? Even if it's on your own?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:43 PM)

I wont do the entire series on my own. Way too much work and not enough recovery time doing it on my own. Would do the series if I was on a good team.

Daniel (Sweden)

Do you think Christian Salemark is an threat in snowcross?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:43 PM)

He has a lot of skills.

Avery (Virginia)

do u think Step up will come to Winter x

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:44 PM)

watch Knock Out on sunday night. Kinda like Step Up

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

Are you nervous going into the X Games this year?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:45 PM)

I am a little nervous. I am ready and prepared so I cant wait.

Tommy (Fargo, ND)

Where do you see the future of Snocross going? Will it always be a part of winter x? if not will you stay racing?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:45 PM)

I am not sure. I hope it is at X Games for a long time to come.

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

Why do you not have snocross in the olympics would you be in it if the did?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:46 PM)

I would love to race at the Olympics. Hopefully sometime soon!

cody (ham lake mn)

r u gonna make a apperance at staples (motocity raceway) jw so that i could load up on some tearoffs?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:46 PM)

I might make it there this summer. I like that track!

Erik (Minnesota)

Have you ever thought about getting into Cross Country?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:47 PM)

I have thought about it. I watched the I-500 this year, it is crazy fast!

Ricky Bobby (Kratka, MN)

I like to picture Jesus with angel wings, and he's singing lead vocals for Lynyrd Skynyrd... I know you have strong faith, how do you picture him?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:48 PM)

That is interesting. I dont know how I picture Jesus. Mayne riding on the back of my snowmobile with me with a big smile.

slednecks ((the world))

all right, how about your top three in snocross then... better yet, 2nd and 3rd?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:48 PM)

686048

ike (minnesota)

How can i start racing?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:49 PM)

Get a sled. Go to a race. sign up. Win.

Brandon (Riverside, CA)

Have you been following supercross this season? Anyone in particular stand out for you or are you rooting on any particular rider?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:50 PM)

Dungey is doing awesome. Good to see Windham riding strong. Rooting for Andrew Short.

ike (minnesota)

is sno x expensive?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:50 PM)

It is a little expensive.

Quad Rider (Grand Rapids MN)

Tucker the past few years you made the switch from Suzuki dirtbikes to Yamahas.. Being a Yamaha quad rider I liked seeing that.. What made you switch? I also owned your 98 RM125 Bike

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:51 PM)

I made brand switches when I rode for different team. Now I ride the brand that I feel is the strongest

Jordan Steinke (Maple Grove, Minnesota)

What do you do between races?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:51 PM)

Practice and rest.

Christine Phipps (Wyoming)

Good luck old friend!

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:52 PM)

Thanks. Hope you are good! Yes I am old, so are you! haha

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:52 PM)

Born in Driggs Idaho, then moved to Minnesota.

STEPHENS25 (VERMONT)

Hey dude, what engine do u have in your sled?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:53 PM)

Arctic Cat 600 twin cylinder. Modified by Speedwerx.com

Christine Phipps (Wyoming)

Yeah Yeah! I guess we are!

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:53 PM)

no......not yet.

AJ Stoffle (Craig, CO)

Hey Tucker ,did you have a good practice in Grand Lake. I got to see some pictures of you. We also know the Jolstads and they race inour circuit XMR.

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:54 PM)

We did have a great test in Grand Lake. The weather was awesome. Jolstads were very nice to let us hang out and test.

ike (minnesota)

How old were you when you started racing

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:54 PM)

My first race was when I was 11

Rick (Dillon, co)

hey have u eevr been snowmobiling on the thomas' ranch by yampa?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:55 PM)

Not that I know of.

STEPHENS25 (VERMONT)

Have you Done Any Riding in Vermont?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:55 PM)

I raced the X Games in Vermont in 2000 and 2001

Jason (new york)

If you were out riding a sled do you like boondocking or flatlander trail riding??

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:56 PM)

I enjoy mountain riding!

ike (minnesota)

what is all the gear you need in sno x?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:56 PM)

Check out Castlesales.com

Patrick (Massachusetts)

so what is the best thing that you like about the new snopro 600 over the old 440 snopro

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:57 PM)

Fells more like a dirt bike. Jumps awesome.

Andrew Dilley (Reedsburg, WI)

Tucker! Dude first of all good luck this x games! and if you win gold how are you gonna celebrate this year?

Sno X the best sport (Wi)

when are you gunna ride the whole season with ISOC?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:58 PM)

Thanks! I am not sure, drink a monster and hang with my crew.

chris (minne)

would you ever consider moving from racing motocross to racing sportbikes?

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:58 PM)

Not sure. Never tried it. I love motocross

miles wilson (spring park mn)

hey tucker i talked with you at canterbuy about erx motopark do you have any plans to go to erx anytime after x games. i just bought an 08 iq and plan on going out their every saturday and wensday

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:59 PM)

I have no plans to go there. Maybe I will make it to a Thursday night grass roots race.

Patrick (Massachusetts)

so is the snopro 600 and snopro 500 is like the same sled but different motors

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:59 PM)

The same sled. just smaller engine

Nathan Lowe (Three Lakes, Wisconsin)

Tucker, you and Shaun White are the dominant x games athletes/champs. Have you met him or hung with him while in Aspen. Good luck!

Tucker Hibbert

  (9:59 PM)

I have done a few events with him. Cool guy.

Jarett (NY)

where is the race next week in new york

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:00 PM)

Farmington.

David McKinney (Cloquet Minnesota)

Tucker you ever go trail riding on your free time?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:00 PM)

Not very often. I dont have much free time.

Tyler ((California))

Do you listen to your ipod when you ride?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:00 PM)

Nope.

cody (ham lake mn)

does CAPT.KURK do any set ups on the sleds? if not what does he do?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:01 PM)

Cpt. Kirk does all my sled suspension and chassis set up

Tyler ((California))

Do you have a favorite pre-ride meal?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:01 PM)

P B and J

joey (murrieta)

how long did you live in lake elsinore Ca? and didnt you ride for ecc? and do you wear knee braces when your ride ur snowscooter?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:02 PM)

I lived in Elsinore for about 10 months. I rode supercross and motocross for ECC in 2005. I wear CTI2 braces same as moto.

Ian (Minnesota)

Is Robby D. out their helping you out this year?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:03 PM)

Rob will fly out here tomorrow. Wouldnt be a race with out him

sno pro (mn)

What advice do you give kids that want to race professionally when they are older.

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:04 PM)

Work hard, practice a lot.

Tyler ((California))

IF you could have any superpower you wanted, what would it be?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:04 PM)

invisability

Gil Haugan (South Dakota)

I know all the motocross guys have their own tracks and such to practice on but where do you practice, and do you have you own private track?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:05 PM)

I have my own motocross practice track. For snocross I ride at the Christain Bros track in Fertile, MN

Tyler ((California))

What is your favorite brand of clothes?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:06 PM)

Castle and ONE industries Casual.

Dylan Roes (Lowville, NY)

Hey this is Dale Roes's youngest son form D&D...just wanted to wish you good luck this weekend.

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:07 PM)

Thanks.

Travis Ostrowski (Wisconsin)

Hey Tucker will you be racing any more of the nationals after the X Games? Either Hayward or Lake Geneva?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:07 PM)

New York will be my last race for this season.

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

Any actors there in aspen hanging out with yall?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:08 PM)

NOt hanging with me. 50 cent performing at the Monster Party on Saturday night. dont think i will be there.

ryan (minnesota)

do you want brett favre to come back next year??

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:08 PM)

Brett Farve should retire and race snocross.

Bonita (Goodridge, MN)

Sending well wishes to you and your team. Like I always say, ride smart, ride fast!

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:09 PM)

Thanks! Heath if I win!?!?!

Tyler ((California))

What is your favorite sport besides riding snowmobiles?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:09 PM)

Mountain Bike racing

Tanner (Wisconsin)

Have you ever considered freestyle?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:10 PM)

not really.

Tyler ((California))

Do you have any pets?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:10 PM)

I dont have any pets.

Zach (STRONG(Long) Island NY)

yo tuck,when ur not ripping stuff up on the track, do u go trail riding or boondocking? if you do, what kind of sled do you ride?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:10 PM)

I like to mountain ride. ride my race sled.

Rohit Paul (California)

Do you like Basketball, if not what other sports do you like??

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:11 PM)

Not big on anything but action sports.

zac (nd)

do u like traives pastrata

Alex (Alaska)

you still piloting the all black monster sno pro?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:12 PM)

Monster all the way.

Gil Haugan (South Dakota)

What is your mentality when coming into a race?

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:12 PM)

Focused.

big man (nd)

how old r u

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:12 PM)

25

Tucker Hibbert

  (10:13 PM)

I have to get going. Thanks to everyone for the questions! Have a good night and tune in on Sunday for my races.