Whether you're hitting the dunes to brap it up or going to the lake to do a whirly bird, you are a bro.

Footwear. If you're getting epic you need some quality skate shoes... like these SRH L.E. Spade shoes for $55



If you're not getting epic, ya know just chilling, buy these DVS Francisco slippers for $25



For the bottom layer, you MUST wear Dickies shorts or pants. And sag them. $25 but on sale for $15-20...



When buying shirts, if you wear them, you can pretty much go with anything moto or wake related, like SRH, FOX, METAL MULISHA, INFAMOUS, but here's on example to get you started. $20 Infamous Sinner tee shirt.



Another really cool top layer is a jersey. Can't go wrong. I'm getting a bit risky here with this LOST jersey. $15



You can pretty much follow the same rules on hoodies, but be the best dressed with this Metal Mulisha/Rockstar collaboration that will complete the look. An appropriate $69



Keep in mind anything from here on can just be of the same brand, but getting into accessories we hit some extra goods to solidify your style. Tilt the hat's bill a lot. SRH Poker hat. $32



Overly expensive shades raise the cool factor here. Fox Condition sunglasses only $140!



I can't find a chain for this wallet. Chain wallets are your new best friend. Metal Mulisha Propaganda wallet. $26



Get this belt. $17



And this Metal Mulisha Tread belt buckle. $24



Usually I don't tell you what underwear to wear, but let's just be clear.

HIGH BLACK SOCKS. $7



Some kind of loose boxers appropriate for sagging. Like THESE. $10

Words and Photos: Kristen Beat

After X-Games you are most likely to find your favorite athletes in state of comatose, completely exhausted and more than willing to hibernate for the following weeks. Todd Potter is no such creature. After succeeding to bring home a gold medal in Best Whip, and a bronze in Freestyle, you may dare say Potter is the new king of the jungle and he's ready for more.

I had the chance to briefly catch up with him and hear all about what's going on in the life of Todd (which by the way would be an extremely entertaining reality show- trust me, are you listening MTV? ).

Can you describe your experience at X-Games this year?
My experience was really good. I think getting two medals out of three events went over really well. I'm pretty stoked I put in the hard work and it came out good for me.

How much time do you spend preparing for an event like X-Games?
Before X-Games I'll ride twice a day every day about two or three months before. I do other cross training stuff like bicycle riding, a little but of gym action, just stay on top of my game.

Do you think the judging was valid in placing Kyle Loza higher than Bilko in best trick?
I think Loza had a really good performance and everything but if you're going off the innovation of the trick, Bilko should have won.

Do you think Travis Pastrana's Rodeo 720 is possible for any athlete?
I think it's a little bit before it's time, but you'll definitely see some good crashes from guys trying to go for it.

What can we expect for next year?
I plan on competing in every event that I did this year, but add step up & truck racing.

Truck racing eh, could you elaborate on that?
I have a '98 F-150 with suspension, I'm going to build a track and get good, then come out and find a ride.

Is there anything you're working on now?
I'm going to be working on stuff all year long. I really want to get a 360 down and get it a little more like a bmx 360. Bilko's are pretty good. I also am going to try some other stuff too, but that's top secret okay?

Got it, ok thanks for your time Todd!
Thanks

Editor's Note: Think only heros get their own action figures? Damn straight they do! Keep an eye out for a Todd Potter figurine at a store near you.

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About the Author:
Kristen Beat has been grinding away as a member of the moto press for a number of years now. While the staff here at Motocross.com call her "The Intern", she works hard and deserves an additional bit of recognition for all that she has done for us. When she's not running around the campus of her college (no, we won't tell you where she goes to school) and writing articles for Motocross.com, she's doin' work over at Fuel TV. The next Erin Bates? We think so.

Help! Twitch and Takas Bike Stolen!!!!

If you did this please return the bikes' we have investigators on the case right now. If you have any information about who may have done this please email us at metalmulishaclothing@gmail.com, or use the contact form (general comments), with any info you have. If you see some really nice bikes that look like Twitch or Taka' (TM)s on Craigs List, eBay, etc., let us know. Please, only serious leads so we' (TM)re not chasing our tails. If you provide info leading to the recovery of the bikes we will give you a ton of Metal Mulisha gear and hook you up with passes to X Games to hang out with the Mulisha. Please help out if you know anything!

With X Fighters and X Games around the corner, Twitch and Taka need their practice and contest bikes so they can compete for you, the fans! Metal Mulisha Troop unite and help the family!

Thanks in advance for your support! M/M

Freestyle Motocross Star Dies


Jeremy Lusk, of Temecula, CA, has died after he under-rotated a Hart Attack backflip and slammed head first into the dirt on Saturday, Feb. 7 in Costa Rica. He sustained severe brain damage and a possible spinal cord injury, said Jorge Ramirez, chief of the intensive care unit at Calderon Hospital.

Lusk survived an initial surgery late Saturday night that was intended to stem brain swelling, even though his chances of surviving the procedure were low.

"He was in a medicine-induced coma as a protective measure, and the medicine was being reduced to see how his organism responded," said Ramirez.

"That didn't mean he was going to wake up. He was in shock and that got worse last night, until he stopped responding and entered into cardiac and respiratory failure."

He died with wife, Lauren, his parents, and friends at his side at approximately 11:30 PM PST.

Lusk had just come off an incredibly successful 2008 season, in which he took home Freestyle gold and Best Trick silver at the X Games, and in the process landed the first ever double grab Hart Attack backflip. He also won both Freestyle and Best Trick gold at the X Games Mexico, finished third overall in Freestyle on the '08 Dew Tour, and earned a bronze helmet at the Moto X World Championships.

A trust has been set up in his memory, and donations can be made through the Athlete Recovery fund, www.athleterecoveryfund.com. Jeremy Lusk will be sorely missed and the staff at GrindTV offers our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Please visit his blog for more details. http://prayforjeremylusk.blogspot.com/