“I’m up against people who have so much experience and have been doing it for years. I’m pretty nervous, but I’ll give it my best shot and see how it goes.”
He also had plenty of praise for the competition venue.
“I love it. I’d say it’s probably the best place to do it in New Zealand.”
Bay Skate manager Kyle Hamilton said those competing in the youth classes (11 and under, 13 and 15) often bring parents and siblings with them who make full use of their time in Napier.
“This is massive for us and for Napier because it shows us off to the scooter world, riders, supporters, and fans, and it holds our reputation in action sports circles. Bay Skate is a Mecca for scootering, all riders want to come here.”
Hawke’s Bay’s own Alex Madsen is also set to smash records on her home turf when she competes.
Once the scooter nationals have wrapped up, the Bay Skate team will begin preparing to welcome riders from across Australasia for the Oceania scooter continental champs, held at the park in March 2024.
Tickets are $25 for a two-day pass or $15 for a day pass available through the Bay Skate website. Door sales are $20 per day.
Mitchell Hageman joined Hawke’s Bay Today in late January. From his Napier base, he writes regularly on social issues, arts and culture, and the community. He has a particular love for stories about ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
