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Rowe, Jason


For someone who has only been in the sport of freestyle since 2002, Illinois’ Jason Rowe has come a long way. “I’ve raced motocross almost my entire life,” says the Onewest Clothing-supported rider. “But then I got into doing tricks and I enjoyed it a lot more.”

Some of Jason’s recent accomplishments include taking second place in the 2005 Ramp to Ramp tour. “I had three wins and a few wins in the head-to-head and doubles competition,” Jason says. “I’ve also ridden a couple of the Ramp to Dirt IFMAs and placed in the top 10 in those as well.”

Jason’s favorite trick is a Rock Solid, and he is working on the backflip. This year you’ll be able to find him riding the Ramp to Ramp tour full time as he will be gunning for his first championship. For more information, check out www.jasonrowemx.com.

Residence: Chicago, IL
Hometown: Wauconda, IL
Birthdate: 2/18/84
Competing Since: 2002
Bike: Suzuki RM250cc

Sponsors: One West Clothing, Simpson Racing, Enxus Oil, EUS, Utopia Optics, Universal, Life Line Gear, Ogio, 4PR, SF Performance, Oury Grips


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How did you get into this sport?
I just grew up into it. I've been riding since I was a young pup.

Any Additional occupation when you aren't driving?
No, just hanging out and practicing.

Do you have a favorite track?
I love all moto tracks and fmx compounds.

What kind of car do you drive?
An 03' Ford E-350 van.

What is your nickname, and how did you get it?
'Chitown' - Because beside my little bro, I'm the only pro rider from Chicago.

Besides motorcycle racing, what is your next favorite sport?
BMX and Baseball .

What sports do you hate?
Quads.

What is the hardest thing about being a racer?
Trying to stay healthy and continue to progress to the top.

What is the best thing about being a racer?
Traveling, meeting people, and parties.

What is your favorite type of music?
Punk, rap, and basically anything that is 80's metal.

What food can you not live without?
Pizza.

What is your favorite movie?
All moto movies and comedies .

What is your favorite vacation spot?
Everywhere, besides Canada.

If you could kick anyone's ass, who would it be?
Borat

What would somebody find buried in your closet now?
Nothing, I'm a neat freak

How many times have you watched Jerry Springer?
A few

Who is your favorite cartoon character?
The Smurfs

What word or phrase do you overuse?
Epic

What is your favorite movie quote?
Too many to list, it's my whole vocabulary

What is your career goal for the next 3 years?
To continue freestyling and start a business while I'm still young

What FMX accolades have you received?
Some top 10 IFMA finishes in the dirt IFMA tour, 2 nd in points and a few wins in the IFMA Ramp tour

What professional athlete do you admire the most and why?
Travis Pastrana, Chuck Carothers, Mike Metzger, and the Nevada crew- because they all have good style and they put their heart into riding.

What would you be doing if you weren’t riding FMX?
Turning wrenches

What is your ultimate goal in life?
To do the best I can, have fun, make money, and always remember those people who helped me get where I am.

How many tattoos do you have and what are they?
Last name on my back, full sleeve on right arm

What is your biggest fear?
Death and not being able to ride

What is your hidden talent?
Probably riding BMX

If you could play any sitcom character, who would you play?
Don’t know- I’m not into TV shows.

What advice would you give to aspiring FMX riders? Take it slow, have fun, be yourself and be safe

How did you get involved in FMX?
It’s a long story- met up with a monster truck driver and he got me hooked up with the right people.

What is the best part of riding FMX?
Everything- hanging out with my friends, making money, traveling

Do you have any other jobs besides riding FMX?
No

What is your travel schedule like?
Busy- I don’t fly to the shows- I drive- so I’m on the road all the time.

How many contests do you compete in every year?
Well I ride the IFMA Ramp tour and that is almost every weekend, but I might try to ride in a few of the Dew Action Sports Tour events.

In what way has FMX changed since you first started riding?
There are a lot more shows, now there are flips and 360s; ever since it started it has just escalated.

What is your favorite trick to perform?
Kiss of Death

Where do you see the future of FMX going?
Well I just bought Travis and the Nitro Circus 3 and I don’t know if there is an end of FMX.

 

 
 










 

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