Preserved from the supplied Lititz BMX profile text. This transcription records publication wording and does not convert every statement into an independently verified fact.
Rider Profile: Harry Leary
22 Feb. 1959 - 7 Sep. 2024
Place of Birth: Lynwood, Ca
Nickname: Turbo
First Race: July 30, 1974
Turned Professional: 1977
Retired as a Pro: 1989
Sampling of Major Wins:
“More cover shots than any other racer” - Harry Leary (bmxultra.com)
Q: What sort of training makes a good racer?
A: “Consistent! Train a little at a time, and it will add up.”
Q: You have been racing a long time now, what keeps you motivated? (bmxsultra.com)
A: “I am still motivated because I love to compete, and I love to train.”
Q: What was his middle name?
A: Clarence - He was also a Jr.
He “contributed to the BMX industry by collaborating with leading manufacturers such as Cutting Edge, Marzocchi, Balance, and Western State Imports” - Playersbio.com
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