May 2012 Model of the Month: Michelle Sanchez

Tell us something interesting about yourself that no one would ever guess?
I may seem like the typical girly-girl but I actually love the adrenaline from anything fast and crazy.

You grew up in the very much-uninhabited Kauai, Hawaii. what was life like there?
It’s beautiful but very limited. Imagine this: no freeways, three public high schools and one community college. But the beach was never more than 15 minutes away.

Do you prefer island life or city living?
The city! Call me crazy, but I’ve always preferred the feeling of being rushed as opposed to just sitting around.

What do you do for a day job?
I’m a receptionist at a medical marijuana clinic in Long Beach that is one of the 18 collectives recognized by the city. I personally don’t medicate, but as each day goes by I learn something new and I’ve always thought it’s vital to be open minded.

Have you had any experiences on streetbikes?
Yes, my uncle was the first one to take me for a ride on his R1. He told my aunt that we were just going around the corner but actually took me out on the freeway. My aunt would probably freak out if she knew this but my uncle went as fast as 90 MPH.

What’s your favorite riding style: fast and hard or smooth and slow?
Fast and hard, enough said.

What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done?
You’d have to ask me in person and not on record! I’m not trying to get in trouble.