Simon Jonson

Umbes

A man of few words, but many tricks: meet Simon, one of the kindest, most helpful, and most hardworking scooter riders we know! Winner of the Danish Scooter Championship 2022, Simon is the perfect example of the fact that commitment pays off.

Team SkatePro Q&A

Q: What got you into scootering?
A: I started because my classmates started, and I instantly got crazy about it. When I was a kid, my dream was to be good at scootering and learn certain tricks that I never thought I would be able to do today. When I reached those goals, I decided I would push myself even further by being one of the best in the world and, eventually, go to the Olympics.

Q: Do you have any side interests apart from scootering?
A: PlayStation, and reading the manga Chainsaw Man.

Q: How did you find out about SkatePro, and what do you like the most about being a SkatePro team rider?
A: SkatePro was the number one skate shop in my mind since I started scootering. I like how SkatePro is looking out for me, giving me the chance to compete better with fresh new scooter parts.

Q: We’re so happy about your contribution to our SkatePro Scooter Signature Griptape series: why did you choose the lion graphic?
A: I have a lion tattooed on my leg, so I like it to be on my signature scooter parts.

Q: You recently won the Danish Scooter Championship (congratulations!): how was the atmosphere during this competition, and what’s the craziest trick you’ve seen (apart from yours ;) )?
A: The atmosphere and the hype were awesome. We all pretty much did a perfect run, so it was very tight. I saw tricks like bri unless kickless air, dub flairs, and front flair which were pretty rad.

Q: Scootering is getting more and more attention, so many young people are getting into it: why do you think this is?
A: Scootering is a lifestyle sport like skateboarding, BMX, and inline skating. The reason why kids and teenagers get into these things is because it’s cool and it's fun.

Q: We know you basically built the scootering community in Herning: how did you do it?
A: Being good at scootering, I guess!