Erich Nehls # 121

Hometown: 

Menomonee Falls, WI 

Social Media:
@clockworkracing121 

How did you get into watercraft racing?
Attended a Great Lakes Watercross race back in 2017 as a spectator and had to get involved the next season. 

Which class(es) do you race in?
Runabout 1100 Stock, Veteran Rec Lites 

What is your current racing team and/or sponsor(s)?
Clockwork Racing, Fasthouse, ODI Grips, Spy Optics, Renthal Bars. 

What type of watercraft do you race (make, model, year)?
2023 Yamaha JetBlaster, 2018 Yamaha EX 

What other racing disciplines have you participated in (e.g., motocross, karting)?
Import Drag Racing, ARMA Motorcycle Racing. 

What is your greatest racing accomplishment?
Development of an illuminated starting system. 

What is your long-term goal in the sport (e.g., championship, sponsorship)?
Still looking for that(legitimate) first place trophy, championship. 

Who is your biggest inspiration in racing?
I’ve been a fan of Chris Fischetti since I was ten years old. 

What has been your most challenging moment in racing?
Keeping my head together with 17 other racers on the line. 

How do you prepare mentally and physically for race day?
Get up early, get all the prep work out of the way long before practice. Observe the track prior to my moto. Relaxation breathing is very important. 

Any special rituals or routines before a race?
I put my race gear on in a certain order. 

Favorite race location or event?
Racine, WI 

If you could race against any racer in history, who would it be?
Dustin Farthing on a first gen Sea Doo SP 

Any other information you'd like to share?
Clockwork Racing is currently in development of not only parts for race crafts, but also parts for support equipment like beach carts and stands.