Name:Nina Johansson

Birthday: July 12

Home: Ohau, Hawaii

Favorite Shred Ready helmet and color: My dark pink glitter metallic Vixen.

Describe the time you were most glad that you were wearing your helmet. When my kite landed in a tree and I landed in the bushes.

What are you listening to these days? Black Eyed peas, Gwen Stefani, and Louise Attack.

What was the best concert you attended? Gold Finger in Oahu 04.

What are some things that motivate you? People, nature, music, movies, food, and great gear.

What sports do you enjoy watching or participating in besides your main sport?I love snowboarding and most outdoor lifestyle sports.

What's the best trip you've ever been on? I went to Alaska on a kite trip and spent four days on a surf boat,getting more fish than I thought was possible, seeing the most gorgeos glaciers and wild life, and actually was able to ride without having the killer whales hunting me down..hahha!

What goals are you working towards right now? Finishing my Master degree, and getting a job in sports marketing.

When people look at your life, how would you like to be remembered? She Lived life, and tasted death!

What do you view as your biggest accomplishment? That I lived in Sweden, Austria, France, and Hawaii (usa) to be able to do what I love - outdorr sports- and now while riding, being sponsored and work with lifestyle sports!

What advice do you have for other people coming up in your sport?Keep the good vibe, a humble attitude, and be a good friend to anyone you meet.

One sentence that describes your life: The best moment to be happy is now!

Duran Duran, Tear for Fears, Hall and Oates, or Cindy Lauper? Why? Cindy - because Girls just want to have fun!