Jon Rockwood
HOMETOWN: Winchester, Virginia
BIO | I am the textbook definition of a modern trail rider. I enjoy long climbs, high mileage, and fast descents. I do have a competitive spirit though, and enjoy a good enduro race or Strava battle. I’m really excited about jumping into the Truckee Bike Park this year to work on airs and manuals.
BIKE | Ibis HD3 with my eye on the new IBIS Ripmo 29er
WHY DO YOU LOVE OLYMPIC BIKE SHOP? Olympic Bike Shop has the absolute best mechanics in the Tahoe Basin. They listen to your questions, diagnose all problems, and fix your bike incredibly quickly and professionally. Everyone in the shop is super friendly and very knowledgeable of local trails and conditions.
FUN FACTS | When I’m not biking, I’m backcountry skiing, filming and editing for JobBob Productions, trail running and soon to be raising my first child (due on June 7th)!
Accomplishments
4th Place All Mountain Challenge
Downieville Classic
Men's Expert 31-40 | Racers compete in both the Point to Point Cross Country and the Downieville Downhill, on the SAME bike. Riders must choose their weapons wisely; a bike that climbs efficiently, descends with precision, and can handle a high-speed beat down for 46 miles on the way to victory.
5th Place Pro
Fears, Tears, and Beers Enduro
Ely, Nevada. An enduro format mountain bike event. Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner.
4th Place
California Enduro Series
Men's Expert | The California Enduro Series (CES) is a for-riders, by-riders operation. The ultimate goal is to create world-class enduro events that everyone from pros to amateurs can enjoy and showcase the amazing locations that make California one of the best places to mountain bike on earth.
Finishing Time of 2:55
Nimby Fifty Cross Country Race
...a worthy accomplishment to those familiar with the race. Pemberton, BC. The NIMBY Fifty is approximately 37 km in length, boasting a lung busting 101 switchback long pristine single-track climb. This is not a typical XC race. It is a technical marathon xc mountain bike race which means it is absolutely loaded with incredible single track.
3rd Place
Whoop De Doo Enduro
This 10 mile loop includes a jump trail! If you love high speed bunny hopping trails, this one is for you! Put together by the North Tahoe Bike Force, The Whoop De Doo Enduro combines competitive, community and FUN!
