Redline's robotic manualer Dakota Senger has always dreamed of following in the footsteps of his Pro teammate Bubba Harris; but this is taking it a bit too far. While training for the Great Northwest Nationals in his homestate, Senger crashed hard during sprints and wound up busting up his ankle pretty hard. Wait -- make that VERY hard.

Last year, 12 year old Dakota won the UCi World Champs in Victoria (on Cruiser), and ended the season with an ABA Nag No.1 title; finally putting his name and title on the Redline trailer's "Door of Champs."

With plans already made for a trip to China, to defend his Worlds Cruiser title and 1-up his 2nd place in 20", word had it that Dakota was flyin' faster than ever at the local practice. His new traning program with Ken Cools was payin' off, up until his wreck.

The break required 8 small screws, one plate and 1 large screw. All titanium; of course! Unfortunately, this injury will end his plans for a repeat in China this May. But watching from the sidelines at the Bend, Oregon national, Senger was already making plans for his big comeback. "If Bubba can do it, so can I." Expect to see him back on the track right before the Grands, for a late season charge! Redline and BMXtra wishes him a speed - yet safe, recovery.