In only two years, Eliot Jackson went from hopping onto his first downhill rig to racing against the world’s best. His talent has taken him to countless World Cup events, where he has battled against others for victory. You could say that Jackson’s victory isn’t always about chasing podiums but the journey and giving back to the sport however he can.
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Keen to see positive progression and inclusion in the sport, he loves the Grow Cycling Foundation, which promotes diversity in mountain biking, showcasing his commentating skills and sharing his knowledge
Jackson undoubtedly visited California numerous times throughout his youth. After relocating from Oklahoma to the ‘Golden State,’ he became a true resident. While filming this video, it seemed like just another day and bike ride in California, unaware of what was about to unfold. Not long ago, the county faced devastation as multiple fires destroyed homes claimed lives, and directly affected thousands of people.
In this short film, he swapped the mic for an electric guitar and his electric MTB, composing and performing the original score to his own video.
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