Volcom MTB | 'Shop Talk' With Sam Hodgson
For those unfamiliar with Hodgy, he is one of the most charismatic and trailblazing builders in the scene today, renowned for his innovation and skillful use of topography in constructing dirt jumps. Since Hodgy and Veronique began working on the compound in 2022, it has garnered widespread acclaim in the jump community for its distinctive features and thoughtful integration with the natural environment. What started as a modest jump spot on the property named “Lucky Dip,” has rapidly evolved into a premier park known as “Maes Loonskie,” earning the honor of hosting the Monster Backyard Brawl.
To prepare for the event, Hodgy, Vero, and Oscar Powell dedicated all winter and spring designing and building the venue and its features, weather permitting. While capturing the park’s progress was a primary goal for Callum, the videographer also spent over three months documenting the characters who rode the spot and exploring the motivations and influences that have shaped Hodgy into the rider and builder he is today.
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