TJ Ellis is a Moreno Valley, CA native born February 19, 1986. TJ primarily rides dirt and is known for being friendly, positive and super spontaneous on and off the bike. Ellis pushes the limits of BMX through his crazy back flip variations. In 2006, he was one of only two riders to land a double back flip on the AST Dew Tour. Since then he has turned it up with front flip variations and big combos and is consistently going bigger and higher while throwing new tricks in that blow people's minds. In 2008 and 2009 he has earned several 1st place positions in a new discipline, created by ASA, the BMX Triples and will be a very difficult contender to beat in 2010.

When did you decide to ride BMX professionally?
Around 19 years old, right after high school

Who influences you most and why?
Cory Nastazio, because he is one of my good friends and he's always pushing limits which motivates me.

What is something most people don't know about you?
I'm very into music, and I like making music.

Where is your favorite place to ride?
Stephen Murray's house.