Rocket Martina: the 5 year old superstar rider
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- In some ways, Martina Cardenas is a typical 5 year old girl: she likes to wear pink, she enjoys playing jump rope and she adores her parents.
But in another way, she is truly remarkable.
Martina is an exceptionally talented motorcycle rider who rides her Oset electric motorbike with the skill and passion of a seasoned rider. She has only been riding for a year, but she already has big dreams of racing in MotoGP someday like her hero, Marc Márquez. And it seems to me that she is well on her way!
It was truly a pleasure to watch Martina zip around with total enthusiasm and a complete lack of fear. She sets the ultimate example of what riding is all about, distilling it down to a core principle of joy and freedom that every rider understands.
Her father, Luis, regularly coaches Martina and they train almost daily, even in Canada's cold weather. I have the upmost respect for her parents for their dedication in developing their daughter as a rider and for instilling in her the confidence and belief that she can do anything- even pursue a non-conventional path of becoming a competitive motorcycle racer!
Martina is living proof that anyone can ride a motorcycle if they put in the work. Her father Luis summed it up perfectly; "It doesn't matter if it's a boy or if it's a girl, there is a spot for everyone in any sport."
Martina is definitely one to watch. Don't blink or you might miss her!
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Martina's Instagram:
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Happy New Year, everyone, and thanks so much for taking the time to watch Martina’s story. As you can see, Martina and her coach Luis are dedicated to practicing every day, and this can be quite challenging in Vancouver’s cold and wet winters. If you know of any asphalt lots or covered places such as underground parking in the Tri-Cities area where Martina can practice throughout the winter months, please reach out to Luis via the channels below. Thank you!
Martina's Instagram:
instagram.com/martina_car...
Martina's UA-cam Channel:
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My grandson was riding his Yamaha at age 5 !!! ....HAPPY NEW YEAR
Happy New Year 2021....Best Wishes 😊
Happy New Year Megan. I saw that Noraly “itchy boots” mentioned you in her blog. Keep the content coming and I am sure your channel will grow in 2021.
Happy New Year and thank you for sharing Martina's story ❤ Such joy! Love Love Love 🥰🥰🥰
Hi Megan, neither link works.
Her driving skill 👏 in this age and the way she speaks just made my day ☺️
She is so cute, full of skill and confidence.
Martina hermosa, ya eres una campeona!!! 💪💪💪👏👏😍😍😍
The bike fits her, and she's fearless!
She really is! Such confidence!
this was so good i subscribed to her youtube channel,amazing thank you megan
Thanks for watching and supporting Martina's journey!
Great video Megan!!!!!!! Martina you're amazing. I love the way you smile and I can see you love what you're doing. That's the MOST IMPORTANT THING. You're gonna be a huge world class motorcycle star. Congrats.
I agree--her smile is so heartwarming!
a world champion in the making .
I think so!
Ahhh to be young and fearless.she’s proud of her helmet scratches Bump - Bump 👍
Martina iz so confident and loves it keep riding you go girl😆😆😆💯
Thanks for watching!
Amazing!👏👏👏So proud of you and your family.
Maya watched it and loved it.❤❤❤
Great kid, with an encouraging and supportive dad.
I predict that she will go far.
Thanks for another interesting episode.
I think so too!
00:55 ; "Oh I need my gloves [before I can show you my cool actions]". ATGATT thinking at 5yo... Excellent!
What blows me away is how Martina is as comfortable (and quick!) on both road/asphalt and dirt, and how consistently correct her riding stance is for each environment. If my understanding's correct, the genre of her bike is (mini) super-motard which allows for this sort of cross-over.
Either way, in a very few short years, it'll be great to watch her tear up the track in a competitive environment be it in super/motocross or moto-GP
Happy New Year to you too Megan, and thanks for kicking it off for us by sharing this lovely story about Martina
Thank you for watching and supporting Martina's journey. I truly believe she has the star potential, but the best part is just watching how much she absolutely loves to ride.
Hi Megan, I must say I'm watching Martina, in disbelief, at 5 years of age! her control is amazing, imagine her in 10 years time, on a full size bike!, a champion in the making, born to ride! and she's such a happy little girl, full of fun, and just laughs when she falls. Thank you for bringing her to us, she was so entertaining!
Really inspiring!
She really is!
All the best to Martina, hopefully she continues with her passion.
Wow, Martina is awesome !!!
Wow, Martina Rocks. I remember putting my little girl on a bicycle at the age of 4 but can't imagined on a motorcycle. Yes for sure Martina is gifted with a skillset and passion that can make her a champion if she pursues it. Here in Northern California, I have had teenage girls pass me on Sonoma Raceway and can attest to the fact that women can be champion if only given the opportunity and support. Kudos to her father.
Such an amazing little girl!
She sure is!
She is really amazing - rides like a pro in her age class. It shows that you're never too young to do things.
What an awesome young lady wow.
Thank you for bringing us this wonderful video.
Happy new year 🥳
Neil x
oh god this is so adorable
Wow simply wow
Wooooow buenísima la niña para la moto...Saludos!!!
So proud of her and her whole family!!!! Great things coming for this little one!!
Couldn't agree more!
Wow, just wow!
My thoughts exactly!
Cuty and very talented Martina! As a father of 3 big boys I always wanted a princess like her in my family. Now maybe a granddaughter 🤩🤩🤩. Cheering for you, Martina.
WOW what a amazing..💪 girl power looks like you might have a bit of competition in the future megan thanks for putting the link in will have a look superb vid as always hope everything is ok in your part of the world cheers stay cool girl thanks for the post see you soon in your next vid a admirer of your channel 🤗🏍💥👏👏
Thanks Deano! But let’s get one thing clear: there is no competition here. Martina can ride circles around me with her eyes closed haha.
What a great video! I feel that we are seeing a future MotoGP star (or whatever she wants to be and do) in the making.
She definitely has what it takes!
Hah. That was truly cool. Great share.
Thanks Rob!
Amazing! Simply amazing! This little girl can or will be a future star! Thanks Megan for sharing her talents with us. She is so lucky to have a father that is able to help her so much. Ride safe!
My sentiments exactly! Happy New Year to you.
Que maravilla! My Martina is muy impresionada. I love to see such passion a young age. Great story and such committed parents. Wonderful.
Thanks Sam! It was truly such a pleasure to watch Martina in her element. I couldn’t wipe the huge grin off my face.
She's an amazing driver!!! A new pink warrior!!! Let's Go Rocket Martina 🙌🙌🙌 Desde Argentina le mando un abrazo enorme a Martina y a su familia por apoyarla en su pasión!!! Y tú Megan eres increíble 🥰🇦🇷🇨🇦
Wow such a joy to watch and listen to her! Great smile and enthusiasm, can't wait to see how she progresses. I'm sure her father and family is very proud of her as I would if she were my own! Delightful to watch! Thanks for sharing on the new young generation to come.
There is no doubt about it: Martina’s family is fully committed to her enjoyment, safety and success. That dynamic was as beautiful to witness as Martina’s riding itself. Thanks for watching, and a very happy new year!
Indeed it’ll be exciting to see where this little girl goes in the future rippin' on roads with these skills. Amazing.
I like how the "chicken strips" on her tyres are the opposite way around. The middle still has tread, but the edges are flat. :)
Exactly!!
@@MeganKaptein wow that girl has no fear of riding a motorbike
I have seen her riding in the tri cities area and i was impressed with her riding. Big congrats to both of them and big thumbs up for her dad. Thanks for the video.
Wow simply wow.
Amazing how she drives with only 5 years !. Fantastic interview ... I loved. Have a great year 2021
She is pretty incredible!
Awesome well done guys cheers 👍🏻
Well done Martina! You're an inspiration to a Grandmother! 💪🌞🏍️
Hi Megan, I came across your channel and subscribed and just watched this amazing young girl. Wow, what aptitude, talent and confidence. There's a champ in her and kudos to her dad for giving her the opportunity and encouragement to tap into her potential. Thank you for giving Martina coverage and encouragement as well. So heart warming to see this video. And hilarious to see which part of her tires are worn out. Bravo. Please feature her again. 5yrs.... WOW.
Wow! Awesome kid. Amazing natural body control. Definitely a future star. And a Colombia road trip 2021? Fantastic! Happy New Year Megan!!
I share your sentiments!
Go Martina !!! 👍🏻 Thanks Megan for sharing and Happy New Year to All. Regards from Italy 🇮🇹
Wow, 5 years young, passionate about motorcycling and a UA-cam channel! How awesome, unique and incredible! I subscribed to her channel so i can follow her career, i'm really excited! Thank you, Megan, for this amazing and surprising Martina Special!
Thanks for watching and supporting Martina’s channel as well, Christoph! When she becomes a champion star, you can say you saw her here first. 😉
What an awesome way to start the new year off with. Fun video Megan I loved it.Reminds me of my daughter , when she was five i got her a Honda Z50. Go Rocket Martina!!
Wow... she is certainly a natural and truly has a passion for riding. Happy New Year Everyone.
What an amazing rider !!! Little Martina has awesome skills ! Thanks for sharing !
Thanks for introducing us to Martina. I've subscribed to her UA-cam and her Instagram.
I feel strongly,she could be a championship racer one day if she so chooses.This has to be one of the most heartwarming videos I've seen in quite some time.She's adorable,and her dad must be so very proud of her.If it were me, I'd have a heart attack every time she had a spill! Thank you, Megan,for this video.It definitely tugged at my heart strings.
Thank you, Brian!
That was truly awesome what a fantastic thing to see such a young girl capturing a beautiful sport, you make a excellent reporter for up and coming young Stars
Thanks for watching!
“Bump, Bump and that made me funny” haha - hope I can remember that next time I go down - haha.
What an awesome story!
Love seeing the passion they have for motorcycles - that’s what it’s all about.
I’m looking forward to seeing her run the Isle of Wight in the near future - she’s got that spirit!
Get after it!
What a beautiful video..!! Martina is a star already.. God bless you Megan. God bless you Martina..
This is so great in so many ways
🇬🇧 its good to teach them young and the correct way well done to her farther its grate to see the enjoyment in her face Martina you are brilliant and an inspiration to other young children
Lovely video Megan. Great to see such young talent and shows us all that motorcycling is open to all both men and women and children too. Heart warming. Happy New Year to you too and your family. Thank you for showing us this video.
Bye Stuart 🙂🇬🇧
Martina is the ultimate example--anyone can ride! Thanks for watching, Stuart.
OMG, she's already better than most of us. What will she be able of when she's ten? Great Vid!!!
No kidding! thanks for watching.
That was cute! :oD What an adorable power-weenie!
Have a wonderfull 2021, Megan, and all the rest of you as well!
Thanks for watching and happy 2021!
Amazing ... Unbelievable. Best wishes for Martina 🎉👍
Fantastic amazing little girl, Happy New Year Megan 😘 x
Isn’t she a star? Thanks for watching!
This video made my day. What an awesome kid Martina is - and she’s so skilled for one so young. Kudos also to her Dad who is supporting her passion and showing her how to develop her skills safely. Your channel is getting better and better. Keep up the great work, Megan. 😊👍🏽🙏🏽
Thank you so much!
Such a skillful little girl congratulations Martina
Way to go !!
What a great thing you've done here Megan...... Happy New Year !!
Thanks for watching! Happy New Year!
Marquez fan already... Next Moto 3 champ in 12 years.
WOW, she is so fearless! The LAST thing I want to do is take a fall. LOL. Looking forward to seeing her joy and skill in the sport grow, in years to come. So inspiring. Thanks for sharing. 😊
Thanks for watching! Martina is such an inspiration to me too.
Awww, she's such a little star!!! Riding her motorcycle it looks so natural as walking for many of us. No doubt that we're possibly watching history on the make here, all brought to us by Megan!! Well done and thank you for sharing!! 👍👍
Nelio, I couldn't have said it better myself!
Such an impressive, fearless and adorable little girl. She just tough us how important is to go practice our skills on a parking lot. We should be learning from her the discipline to improve as riders, at least I should. Thanks for sharing this Megan!
Wow, her body position is super impressive cornering - and she does indeed look a lot like Marquez when he was a child - she definitely has a natural feel for it. Does Dad plan to transition her to a standard clutch/shift bike or stay electric? Interesting dilemma, especially if she has ambitions to race as E-Bikes are definitely going to be the future of racing by the time she is old enough to compete. Very cool feature, Megan.
Thank you for watching! He just bought Martina a DRZ 70 actually.
Hi, I agree, e-bikes is the future, and races on electric bikes as well. Maria Herrera races in MotoE. Martina starts to race this year in her “new” DRZ 70, but she will continuing to practice on her Oset MX10.
@@martinacardenas2047 That's awesome - I am sure we will be hearing and seeing a lot if her in the future!
So nice to see such enthusiasm for the sport from such a young age. She will be a force to be reckoned with for sure. As always another great video , keep them coming 😊
Subbed to Martina's channel per your encouragement, Megan and below is a cross-post I put on her most recent (2 months ago) vidclip 'cos I think it shows in extended detail, something that Martina is doing that's highly teachable to us older bikers:
Motorcycling Folks, please observe and apply something for yourselves, that young wee Martina is doing [here] that is VERY, VERY IMPORTANT. Imitate her and it will make you a better rider through the curves, and may well save your life in the process.
Observe the flowing, changing movement of her head in relation to the motion and direction of her body and machine. She is always planning and *looking* where she wants to be, *well before* she gets there. She is always looking *up* , and *ahead* and pre-tracing the curve she wants to take, with her head, just fractions of a second before she takes it.
In the tight turning circles, Martina is looking some 3 to 4 bike lengths ahead, and in the chicanes she's looking some 8 bike lengths ahead, She is also keeping the plane across her eyes parallel to the ground regardless of the angle of the bike and her body beneath her.
In short, she is creating the steadiest and best possible view of the shortest (and thus the fastest) line she wants to take. Such is one of the many ways of the winning professional racing rider.
Look *up* and [toward] where you need to go and be, otherwise you'll go where you are looking. 'Target Fixation' has been the unfortunate cause of many an otherwise avoidable crash.
Well done lovely Martina for showing us how to ride like a pro!
Well articulated! Thank you for pointing out these important techniques.
Really talented kid ❤️
If she stays with riding, she is going to be world class. Amazing kid. 👍😎
ADELANTE MUY BIEN DESDE ESPAÑA
Out of this world rider! 5 years old incbl.
Terrific video Megan!! Wow is that little lady ever good on a bike. I'd hate to be in a competition with her the way she handles that bike.
What a beautiful little soul. I wish her a life of happiness
She is adorable and really really cool - Love it :-)
Seriously this little girl was amazing! Why the hell are people giving this a thumbs down? That is so wrong. This little girl WILL be racing one day.
Amazing Megan, how did I miss this one. Wow what an amazing little girl. The future Megan right there 😂👍 love your work Megan keep it up 👍
What a sight ! She loves riding that thing and I love that she loves it !
Well done Martina! Somehow I think you will be a big success in the future. Just keep picking yourself up and pursue your dreams.
Waow, she amazing. Thanks MK for doing these fantastic videos, i really love them.
Yours Sincerely
The Danish Viking.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful story of such talented young girl. Her skills are amazing of course, but her exceptional attitude is what will carry her through.
Gracias Megan por haber agregado el idioma español. Desde Concepción Chile, saludos
Best video yet Megan. you are a full on Journalist!.
No pinkish hue? (George Costanza forgot it's winter in Canada)
Haha thanks Iwan
Thank you Megan for this amazing video. ☺️.
Thank you for sharing your skills and story with us, Martina!
Woowww Amazing sweet Martina...beautiful talent 😎👍💞💫💫💫
What a joyous video - you knocked it clear out of the park with this one. And now I have another cool rider to follow 👍🏻👌🏻✊🏻
Thank you, Simon!
Good luck Martina
Good luck Megan!!!😎😎
OMG thank you Megan for showcasing this amazing little soul. Martina is so freakin' cute and amazing, this warmed my heart. I wish her and her family all the best in their future motorcycle adventures! So inspiring!!!
Martina, me encanta tu entrevista. Lo estás haciendo increíble !!!!!
Martina, I love your interview. You are doing incredible !!!!!
Creo que sí!
That was fantastic! Very inspiring. Thank you for posting, Megan. Happy New Year 🏍️🙂💛
Thanks for watching, Shawn!
That is one of my favorite episodes very satisfying that you care. And show compassion.. Keep up the wonderful work..
Little Champion.
Niña bonita. Dios te bendiga
Hahaha Megan. She rides better than most at the age of 25. LOL. Will be a blast to watch her kick the butts of, "others on You-tube channels" ( un-named so they don't get demonetised)", when she comes of age. But Ya .... You Go Girl...... Super good, super awesome to watch ! Kudos to her Dad for sure !
Stay Safe All of you.... Ciao.
she has a lot of talent
Start them Young and teach them the correct drills.
So adorable. Thank you for sharing Megan. Happy New Year... 🥳🥳🥂🥂
Thanks Pedrum. Happy New Year!
Happy new year Megan that little girl is great rider thanks for nice video
Thank you, Andrew!
Guauu Martina !! Inxreible !!👍👍👍and you Megan fantastic Woman