David Olfert

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2023 Truck Velociraptor 2023 Tour Arena Championship Series West Hometown Shaw, OR Birthdate October 24

David “Too Tall” Olfert put in the long hours and road miles of a Monster Jam crew chief for nine years. His work with many drivers and attention to detail in keeping the trucks in top condition gave him a desired chance to drive. He made his first start in Monster Jam in 2019 and was a regular on the Arena Championship Series West in 2022. His performance earned him the Arena 2-Wheel Skills of the Year Award.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

2022 Arena 2-Wheel Skills of the Year

ABOUT DAVE

What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
Riding ATVs, being outdoors, pulling pranks, and making people laugh.
Who are your role models?
Anyone who doesn't give up on their dreams.
Do you have any pre-show rituals you run through?
Nothing special or crazy.
What is your favorite memory on or off the race track?
After being a Monster Jam fan since I was a kid, finally getting the chance to compete alongside some of the drivers I've watched and crewed for, for many years means a lot.

LIFE ON THE ROAD

What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
Best thing is getting to travel doing what I love as a career. Worst is also the travel and being away from family and friends.
While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
Relax and chill. Monster trucks is such a full-time job that when I do have free time I like to just relax.
What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
Anywhere in Texas. Texas is just my kind of place. Or Anaheim California. Something about the atmosphere in Anaheim I love.
What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
Canada, Mexico, Europe, Dubai, China, Singapore, and Australia.

CAREER

How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I was a crew chief in Monster Jam for over 9 years. Most years I was crewing for Bari Musawwir, then Brianna Mahon.
What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
The family atmosphere off the track and the competitive nature on the track.
How would you describe your driving style?
Calculated risk.
What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Never give up. If you want something bad enough and you work hard enough dreams do come true.
What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
Getting an "atta boy" or thumbs up from other veteran drivers who I've looked up to and watched for years.
Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
Coty Saucier.

FUN FACTS

Do you have any nicknames?
Too Tall.
What’s your favorite movie?
Step Brothers.
What’s your favorite television show?
Big Bang Theory.
What’s your favorite color?
Green.
What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Mac and Cheese.
What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
Buffalo Wild Wings or Texas Roadhouse.

ARENA SERIES WEST
CHAMPION: TRISTAN ENGLAND

POINTS THROUGH May 14, 2023

Position	Name	Truck	Points	Behind
1	Tristan England	Earth Shaker	1429	-
2	Elvis Lainez/Brandon Arthur	El Toro Loco	1320	-109
3	Krysten Anderson	Grave Digger	1171	-258
4	David Olfert	Velociraptor	929	-500
5	Bailey Shea	Monster Mutt Dalmatian	776	-653
6	Ashley Sanford/Brandon Arthur	Megalodon	749	-680
7	Mark Hall	Raminator	717	-712
8	Kurt Kraehmer	Rammunition/Hotsy	468	-961