The JNR Sharp from NJR

After posting our interview with new SMC member Greg there were a few requests from other riders wanting to share their story. It's always good to hear from the younger generation so this time it's Alex's turn. Alex is the son of SMC's spiritual leader Steve. He has all of his dad's flair on the bike jammed inside a 19 year olds body so it's very enjoyable to ride behind him as he takes every opportunity to get some air. He is also studying to be a paramedic which makes us older riders feel safer knowing that emergency first aid is never far away.

Uphill or Downhill - Downhill, but you must go up to go down, so uphill is worth it.

Best day on a bike - Probably any time at Mt Buller, riding big trails on big bikes, and you get a chairlift.

I'm currently riding...

2009 Specialized stump jumper

Good points: playful and light!

Bad points: struggles uphill compared to the old hard tail.

This riding gear is not SMC approved

2012 Kona Operator

Good points: quiet, light. Pedals like an xc bike.

Bad points: that it's rider needs to pull his head in and stop crashing!


Wash gloves or go for the extra grip of sweat and dirt - Wash before races (superstition). dirt and sweat all other times.

Favourite trails - Mt Tarrengower race track, international- Mt Buller, Redesdale 24 hour

Broken bones - 2 (collarbone and hand)

Most useful tip you have been given - When in doubt go flat out

Dream ride location - Mont Saint Anne

Most important item in backpack - Steri strips

Favorite lube – KY

(I knew one of the crew would say that, most likely Tony, but Alex beat him to it!)