Interview: We here at OGWR are dedicated to inspiring riders that are 35+ years old. There are a lot of 35 to 40 year olds that are still killing it. The 40 plus crowd of riders still progressing shrinks quit a bit. Now, if your 45+ and still got mad bike skills, you are in a very small elite group of riders. Rick at age 46 isn’t showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon. Huge respect not only for Rick's riding skill but also that he produces high quality American Made products for us to enjoy. 

Here’s a quick interview I did with Mr. Moliterno.

OGWR: How many years have you been riding and what is your history in the sport?

Rick: I started riding "BMX" in 1971. History? Well here is a brief summary: I started out a street thrasher, wheelie rider type kid. I found BMX racing in the late 70's. I turned pro in '82. I turned AA Pro in early '83. I was National #11 ABA Pro in '84. Picked up by Hutch for freestyle in '85. Participated in the movie RAD. Changed teams to Haro in late '86 when Hutch had troubles. Competed in the AFA from 1986-1988. Started Rampage skatepark in 1989. I ran the “King of the Skateparks” series through Rampage. Started Standard Byke Company in 1991. I then moved the operation in house in 2008. Started Goodtimes Superstore in 1995. I still ride and build our bikes every day.

OGWR: Do you have any sponsors or other companies you support?

Rick: I got too old and had to start a company to get hooked up! I support anything positive for BMX and it's growth. Sun Rims takes care of me as needed.  I support the JUKE lifestyle.

OGWR: Give us a basic bike check?

Rick: I have two bike setups: One is a simple rear brake, freewheel type bike and the other is front and rear brakes with a freecoaster rear hub.

Here's Rick "Back in the Day"OGWR: What style of riding do you do?

Rick: I do it all except racing for now. I would love to get back to that. This winter I have been riding my street spine inside Standard. That keeps me sane!

OGWR: Where is your favorite place to ride?

Rick: Right now it is here inside the Standard Byke Company! I like our public concrete park a lot. Almost any trails. Street anywhere.

OGWR: What keeps you riding at your age and how do you stay motivated?

Rick: It is what I do. Motivation comes in many forms.

OGWR: Anything else you would like to tell us?

Rick: I am still hungry to ride nearly every day. I still love this stuff. I am really pushed by being involved in building our products with my own hands. It is very rewarding.

*Rick has a special offer for all you OGWR! $75 off any stock frame (only $325) from Standard Bykes and 15% off retail at his Goodtimes Superstore. Customs and other SBC parts will be quoted with a reduce price if anyone is interested. Email Rick at info@standardbyke.com or call Jessie @ 563-323-4894. Or you can contact him on Facebook if you have tech questions. Let him know you are part of the OGWR crew!

Thanks Rick for your time and we appreciate you hooking up us OGWR! - Jon Faure