Age:

20

Years Riding:

18

Bike:

Nukeproof Dissent, Nukeproof mega, Marin Alcat

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nico_arnold_dh/

Hometown: Wanaka, NZ

Representing Marleen Brands: Maxxis, DT Swiss, Spank

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED OUT RIDING?

My parents taught me to ride and every family holiday we always had a ute full of bikes. I really got the racing bug from my brother Lui when he started developing a passion for racing. Ive always looked up to Lui and aspired to ride like him which has helped develop and grow my skill. Since then I've been hooked on riding and more specifically the thrill of racing.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST BIKE?

Mongoose Menace

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PART ABOUT BIKING?

The best part about riding is the adrenaline and thrill, its an indescribable feeling that I think only people who ride can understand. I also enjoy meeting the different people from the riding community, so many people involved who are kind and generous with a huge passion for the sport.

YOUR BIGGEST CYCLING ACHIEVEMENT(S) SO FAR?

My biggest achievent so far would be having the opportunity to race in World champs in Les Gets last year and placing 18th. 

WHEN YOU’RE NOT BIKING, YOU ARE...

When I'm not riding I'm working to fund my next trip overseas for World Cups!

FAVOURITE TRAILS/TRACKS/RIDES?

My favourite spot to ride is Skyline Queenstown but the likes of Coronet Peak and Cardrona give me loads of variation. If I had to choose one trail its Original at skyline.

FAVOURITE MARLEEN PRODUCTS?

Maxxis DHR 2 and Maxxis Assegai...the perfect tyre setup.