Ross Zajac
Bio
Originally from the small(sunny) town of Workington in the Lake District then moving to the even sunnier Glasgow, Ross has very strong roots in the Cumbrian and Scottish skateboarding scenes, with sections in Adam Toddhunters: “Coast to Coast” and Iron Giraffes: “Overcast” and “Dalriada” Ross is going from strength to strength with interviews, pictures and clips for various skateboarding magazines.
When off the board, Ross is a keen artist, joiner and general outdoor guy, who enjoys eating sausages and building skate obstacles in the ever expanding Glasgow skateboarding community. Being one of Karma skateboards and Supertoxic urethane seems longest serving team riders, we’re proud to have Ross representing Route One and keen to see what the future holds for Mr Zajac.
STANCE?
Goofy
DOB?
24/5/1990
LOCAL PARK?
Transport Museum! (Skate Mecca)
FAVOURITE SPOT?
Dundee Centre Ledges. Oh the possibilities….
DREAM SPOT?
Bring back the Og Macba!
FAVOURITE OBSTICLE TO SKATE?
It’s Probably clear by now, ledges.
GO-TO TRICK?
Nollie Heel, Front Tail & Back Crooks!
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU ARE NOT SKATING?
Walk up massive hills or get in the sea.
HOBBIES OUTSIDE OF SKATEBOARDING?
Camping, Walking, Surfing, Climbing. Reading, Painting. All the Usuals.
TOP 3 SKATERS?
Oscar Candon, Tom Knox, Alexis Sablone!
WHO INFLUNCES YOU THE MOST IN SKATEBOARDING?
I like it all. I’m influenced by all the skateboarding I see. The local crew, the euro scene, American videos, even skaters I don’t like. Its good to see how everybody skates differently and looks at spots differently. Even if it’s not my first choice.
WHO INFLUENCES YOU THE MOST OUTSIDE OF SKATEBOARDING?
Recently I’ve been reading a lot of philosophy and getting into a lot of art. I think it’s good to learn all the different ways you can think about things.
WHAT MUSIC ARE YOU LISENTING TO RIGHT NOW/ LAST SONG PLAYED?
I’m listening to a lot of jazz at the minute. My favourite song right now is probably “Peace Peace” by Bill Evans.
WHAT MUSIC GET’S YOU AMPED TO SKATE?
Animal collective always does the job. Gets you into the Alien Workshop zone.
FAVOURITE ROUTE ONE PRODUCT?
Big Wale Cords. Perfect!
FAVOURITE ROUTE ONE RIDER?
DIGGS ALL DAY!
IF YOU COULD STEAL A TRICK FROM ANOTHER RIDER, WHO AND WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Its not a trick as such, probably Thackeray’s commitment hahah! He just stays on his board and never bails out!
WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT YOUR CITY?
All the Glasgow skaters are sound. There are pockets of crews all over and there’s spots everywhere and pretty much none of them are a bust.
IF YOU HAD THREE WISHES, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?
I have no idea, so I’ll be cheesy and say id put them all into world peace lol.
IF YOU HAD A PRO GRAPHIC, WHAT WOULD BE ON IT?
I had one with coffee one it. That seemed pretty fitting. Oat Milk Flat White please lol.
BEST EVER SKATE MISSION?
Not sure about favourite but a last-minute trip to Krakow is one that stands out. Great spots, great crew and the local skaters are incredibly hospitable.
SOMEONE TO LOOK OUT FOR?
Little Declan. You see a kid looking like a young Tom Penny come out of Glasgow, that’s your guy!
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