Chris Akrigg
mtn Team Rider
This Englishman is the definition of versatile, pulling stunts on everything from mountain bikes to brakeless fixies. Akrigg's web videos are world-famous, and he's collected countless podiums in all types of competitions.
Hometown: Keighley, Yorkshire, England
First year riding for Mongoose: 2006
Favorite places to ride: Yorkshire, Wales, any derelict warehouse, the French Alps…and I think Moab will be on this list once I’ve been there!
Accomplishments: 6-times British Trials Champion.
Favorite riders: Jordi Tarrés, he was God on a moto trials bike – 7-times world champ, style for miles and miles.
Off-the-bike activities: Chilling with the girlfriend, photography, films, music, beer, walking the dog…you know the deal!