Jake Gilbertson #206

Jake Gilbertson, age 13 D.O.B. 9-17-93 started riding at 8 yrs old on a TTR-90, his dad got him into it, he has been racing since he was 9. At 13, thanks to Team Trick Tank, he has the world at his feet with the backing to make a huge splash in the Arenacross world. Access to a world class training facility, quality coaching and great teammates should make it all possible. His favorite obstacle is whoop sections although he doesn't think he's the best at riding them. His least favorite obstacle is rhythm sections, says "he has terrible timing and it's about the only place he gets hurt." His favorite bike up to this point is his CRF150R. He prefers to ride indoor style tracks, more technical tracks and really doesn't enjoy outdoor rough style tracks. His favorite track layout is the Louisville Arenacross. When he's not riding he likes to bowl, a cousin of his is a pro bowler. What is his best score? A 190, Jake is very competitive at any game he gets into.

This season he will contest the super mini and 85cc 12-15 classes, next season will have him moving up to the schoolboy class. His racing this season has been hampered by a last-lap accident at the Charlotte Arenacross which resulted in a double separation of his right elbow. This injury made it impossible for him to race at Loretta's as he was unable to compete in any of the area qualifiers. He has however, qualified for the Amateur Arenacross World Finals in Las Vegas October 12-14, 2007 and is in the process of preparing for the event.

Last year in the East Amateur Arenacross series 85cc 7-11 class he placed 2nd. In the 85cc Super Mini class he placed 4th. Currently he ranks 4th in the 85 12-15 and 5th in Super Mini. We look forward to many good things from this young lad. Keep an eye on him, he'll be making bigger waves with each passing season.