Jesse Robson
Age:
23
Hometown:
Redwoods Meadows Alberta
Other Sponsors:
Rossignol, ContourHD Helmet cameras, Forcefield body armour
My ride:
S5 178cm (park) Pro RC112 188cm (charging)
Best riding spot ever:
Whistler Blackcomb, Kicking Horse or Treble Cone, NZ.
When you’re not riding you are:
Mostly school, but riding my bike, pool sessions, climbing etc when I get the chance.
What would you like to see more of in mountain biking:
I am pretty happy with how skiing is going right now, there is alot of very driven people improving their own skiing and sharing the love of the sport. I guess the only thing I'd like to see more of is snow?
What was your first bike like:
Pretty sure they were tiny little straight white ones
Do you have any new projects/trips coming up:
Trying to plan a few different shooting trips with some of the boys, I am trying to get a new touring kit to do a little more poor mans heli. Also hopefully be back down to Wanaka in NZ this summer for some shredding with my crew down there.
Can you tell us something not many people know about you:
Hmmm... I used to be really scared of heights, and going upside down (I wouldnt ride a roller coaster til I was about 13)
If you have an alter ego, what is its name:
Westcott Manyhorses.
What did you do last weekend:
I skied (obviously) and then Canada won the gold medal for Olympic hockey, so it becomes a bit hazy after that.
Worst situation you’ve ever been in:
Skiing on CPR ridge at Kicking Horse, I fell dropping into a line in a big no-fall zone (100+ cliff under) and ended up holding onto a tree, with my skis over the edge. Friend pulled me to safety and all was well but was pretty shook up for awhile.
What would your ideal day consist of:
Total cliche but: Wake up in a pimp lodge way out in the BC with a great view and a big crew of good mates. A delicious breakfast before jumping in our waiting A-star(s), 50cm of super light, stable fresh, and just giver. At the end of the day, cruise back to a big steak dinner, a hot tub under the stars and a fridge full of beer. Too much to ask?
Dislikes:
Agro people on the hill, bombholes, flat light, wine.
Likes:
Good food, good beer, bluebird days, deep pow.
Last book you read:
A heartbreaking work of staggering genius by: Dave Eggers
3 bands you like:
Just 3 ?
3 new trends:
Rocker
Any wisdom or last words:
Always trust your cape.