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MZ: What do you think separates the men and the women as far as riding, as far as say strength or agility? Do you think the guys have any advantages over women or vice versa?
Since the guys have been the 'bringer uppers' of this sport, they kind of run the show. I mean girls kick ass, don't get me wrong, but the guys for some reason always bust out just huge airs and awesome tricks, some of which women have never attempted. They have no advantages; they're just men, who have been the dominant figures for a very long time.

MZ: Who are your heroes and what about them inspires you?
Some 'heroes' of mine include my brothers. They are the most inspirational people in the world, with just so much good thought and positive energy. They're the best. Shaun White at his young age is also a major inspiration to me, same with Torah Bright; she just is an awesome and great person to hang out with on and off the snow.

MZ: What's your ultimate goal in the sport?
To work hard and always have fun, and if my future grants it, I want to go to the 2006 Olympics.

MZ: How do you feel about all the traveling involved in World Cup competition? Do you miss your family/friends?
It feels actually very normal. I have been traveling since I was a youngin' and leaving my home life behind is something I've gotten used to.

MZ: You come from a pretty extraordinary family, which seems to be highly active, what was it like to grow up in your household? What traits do you think you've received from your parents/siblings that maybe a lot of kids your age weren't as privileged to have received?
First of all growing up with four big brothers was, and still is, a major privilege of mine. They made me super tough at a young age. When I was like 4 years old my brother Abe saved up all his money from selling pies and bought a trampoline and they used to bounce me way over their heads on it.

And when my parents weren't home we'd pull it over next to the house and jump on it from the roof. That is an example of my life growing up.