Earlier this year Mat Hoffman flew up to NYC to do and interview with VICE Sports. They discuss his history, big airs, serious injuries and touch on his near death experiences.

*Mat Hoffman is considered to be one of the best vertical ramp riders in the history of BMX and the creator of big air. Throughout his 36 year career as a BMX rider, he’s faced serious injuries and near death experiences. So with a pedigree like that, you come away with at least a few good stories. Giovanni Reda managed to get Mat to spill some good ones as part of the latest installment of REDA FOR THE WORLD.