Ice racer Ethan Maksim takes the American flag around the Neil Armetti Sr. Memorial Raceway during the nation anthem on Feb. 15, 2025. (Adam Hinch/Daily Press)

GWINN — As the 2025 ice racing season passed its mid way point, Daily Press sports writer Adam Hinch got a chance to sit down with bike racer Ethan Maksim to discuss a variety of topics.

Adam Hinch: What got you into the ice races?

Ethan Maksim: I got a dirt bike four years ago. We heard about the ice races just down the road so we studded the tires, came out and I won my first ever race and that is what got me hooked.

AH: When did you develop your passion for dirt bikes?

EM: I have been riding dirt bikes since I was five years old.

AH: What do you like to do outside of dirt bikes?

EM: I like playing football and baseball and riding snowmobiles.

AH: What is your favorite subject in school?

EM: I really enjoy math.

AH: What is your favorite food?

EM: Cheeseburgers.

AH: What is your favorite football team?

EM: The Detroit Lions.

AH: Do you have a favorite player?

EM: David Montgomery.

AH: What position do you play in football?

EM: I play Halfback.

AH: You a Coke or Pepsi guy?

EM: Coke.

AH: What is your favorite video game of choice?

EM: Tony Stewart Sprint Car Racing.

AH: What was your most memorable moment from your early career in racing?

EM: Winning the Wisconsin State Championship on my 250 bike.