Nicola Pescetto - Who is this kid anyways?

by Jordan Holmes
May 22, 2008


Nicola Pescetto is a young rider from Italy who is out there killing it day after day. This kid is dialed in better than your FM radio, and has the style to back it up.

Read on for the few words we shared with him.

Name: Nicola Pescetto, Nick

Age:17

Residence: Arenzano, Italy


Why do you ride: I love to practice sports and have fun with my friends.

What/Who started you riding: I started jumping with my friends when I was little, and haven't stopped since.

Worst Moment in Career & Why: When I broke my wrist. That hurt like crazy, plus I knew I was going to be out for a while. Also when I split my lip.

What did you want to be when you were a kid: I don't remember and I still don't know what I want to be when/if I grow up.

In one word how would your best friend describe you: Crazy, Stupid. Ha ha, I guess that's two words!


What's your Favorite Food: Nothing in particular, just happy to eat.

Favorite Reading Material:Magazines, comics, and some books.

What's your favorite genre of music: HIP HOP!


Favorite Movie: SUPERBAD!

Favorite place to travel/be: Whistler B.C., come on, doesn't every mountain biker love it there?


Most respected mountain bike riders: Andreu Lacondeguy, Kyle Strait, Cameron Zinc.

Most respected riders in other sports: Sammy Clarson, Mike Wilson, Travis Pastrana, Cory Nastazio.

What's your favorite place to ride: Whistler trails and the CP jumps!

What other sports do you do: Freestyle Ski, Golf sometimes.

What would a typical week be for you: During the week I go to school, afternoons I tend to study or go out with my friends. Come the weekend time I like to party, ride, and chill with my boys.


Future Programs: I'm going to take part in the Italian and also International Competitions, learning new crazy stuff, and travel a lot which means fun with my friends.

Who are your sponsors: Geax Tires, DC Shoes, Formula Brakes, Adidas Eyewear, Dakine, and Kona Maniabike.






30 Comments

flag lucaswoods (May 22, 2008 at 1:54)
 that dude is da deal ..........
[Reply]
flag happysumo (May 22, 2008 at 1:58) (Below Threshold) show comment
 second bitches... but man thats so nice
[Reply]
flag supersheekey (May 22, 2008 at 3:50)
 Thats pretty decent, i expected a lot more though. However might of just been old Footage...
[Reply]
flag watzek (May 22, 2008 at 4:03)
 the dirts at the beginning lock so f*cked. i wonder how you can ride on something like that.....nice tricks, dude.
[Reply]
flag ballabika (May 22, 2008 at 4:19)
 stylish and consistant, props
[Reply]
flag Tabris (May 22, 2008 at 7:18) (Below Threshold) show comment
 GRANDE NICK!!!!!!!!!
[Reply]
flag champignon (May 22, 2008 at 7:42)
 Yo yoooooo Nick!! Dirt Bang represent bitches!!
[Reply]
flag ritchie173 (May 22, 2008 at 7:51)
 very nice
[Reply]
flag local604wr (May 22, 2008 at 10:04)
 neeeeek sippin sizzurup
[Reply]
flag baupazzo (May 22, 2008 at 10:47)
 TEAM MANIABIKE-KONA RIDERS RULEZZZZZ!!!!
[Reply]
flag EdoLongo (May 22, 2008 at 10:52)
 big style nick
[Reply]
flag bman231 (May 22, 2008 at 12:04)
 that is sick seriouse hes got talent
[Reply]
flag jptothetree (May 22, 2008 at 14:39)
 horrible song choice, good riding.
[Reply]
flag koners (May 22, 2008 at 18:14)
 good
[Reply]
flag pikels (May 22, 2008 at 18:39)
 great rider!
[Reply]
flag whiley96 (May 23, 2008 at 13:48)
 man hes intense
(r his tires white?)
[Reply]
flag djing123 (May 23, 2008 at 15:33)
 dope he skis to f*cking ballin ass shit
[Reply]
flag nofxm6 (May 23, 2008 at 16:13)
 so nice Nick
[Reply]
flag andre23knife (May 23, 2008 at 20:23)
 marromenos...
[Reply]
flag konarider2468 (May 23, 2008 at 20:37)
 yeah nick cant wait to sesh again this year buddaay
[Reply]
flag kellyrom (May 24, 2008 at 11:48)
 wow I dont see any style but hes good
flag solesy (May 24, 2008 at 15:35)
 wtf are you talking about? Define a certain "style". He's tearing up those jumps with a deep bag of tricks man.
flag erik74 (May 24, 2008 at 20:47)
 He hasnt defined his own style yet, but he's young, that will come with time.
[Reply]
flag hloewen (May 24, 2008 at 21:01)
 insane, that guy rips!!!
[Reply]
flag whq8261 (May 25, 2008 at 9:09)
 wow! at young age that rider become damn pro already ! nice nice....
[Reply]
flag welsh-kona-owna (May 25, 2008 at 9:22)
 hes awesome... shit taste in music though!
[Reply]
flag khslova (May 25, 2008 at 15:27)
 nice
[Reply]
flag pescetto (May 26, 2008 at 13:24)
 too bad the video is old
[Reply]
flag chomers (Jun 1, 2008 at 18:07)
 Saw this guy when I was in Whistler, he killed it. Definetly enjoyable to watch.
[Reply]
flag jamesclowes (Jun 13, 2008 at 11:45)
 ok
[Reply]

Post A New Comment
Why was a comment deleted?

1. add additional on topic info to the article that other users will find useful
2. add props and support/encouragement for the video/photo/article/product/story
3. add and explain constructive criticism for the video/photo/article/product/story