Joe Sexton
Joe Sexton has been a driving force behind the urban/park snowboard scene over the last decade. Known to most snowboarders as the one pushing the limits of what is possible in the streets while filming for his next video part, and always searching for a way to progress snowboarding on and off the mountain. Joe has filmed more first and last parts than most of today´s active snowboarders, but this has never affected his humble and comic personality. L1´s current mastermind Jon Kooley has always been a fan of Joe´s snowboarding and attention to detail on and off the board - so when the opportunity to join up together with L1 came about - the two of them made it happen.
“I’ve known Joe for quite some time, filming together for several years from People to VG. Joe has been a great friend, as well as an inspiration over the past decade, I have watched Joe grow from a hungry kid filming his first part into an icon within the snowboard industry. Joe has a true love for snowboarding and the endless pursuit of perfection. I’m very pleased to have him join the L1 team and I look forward to his insight and creative perspective.” – Jon Kooley
What’s your nickname?
People used to call me frog... not so much anymore but I guess that is still kind of a nickname.
What month is your birthday?
April
What are your current side projects or passions?
Current side project is definitely PUBLIC snowboards. Its a snowboard brand I started about 7 years ago and its a huge focus for me. Check it out at www.publicsnowboards.com the other passion would have to golf at the moment
How many years have you been snowboarding?
about 20 ?
What´s your home mountain?
Hyland Hills, Trollhaugen, Buck hill
What’s the reason you keep snowboarding?
Because there is always something new to learn or explore. Its truly the most fun thing to get an adrenaline rush and problem solve all in the same second. Snowboarding has given me everything
What does your L1 set up look like this year?
I have been running the Dixon pant and the Hastings jacket. Dixon has a solid straight cut that is not too baggy and not too slim. Its perfect :)
Do you like the pant leg cuffs the L1 pants?
I personally do yes.
How has your snowboarding evolved the last few years?
I think I have had to take a new approach to my snowboarding after hitting my head. I had a TBI about 9 years ago and it forced me to really access the risk of each spot. It definitely let me to picking more creative spots and tricks.
What movie can we see you in this season and where can we see it?
L1 promo! Also new PUBLIC short vid "Inquire within"
In what way do you want to give back or express yourself within snowboarding?
I want to give back through my brand PUBLIC and try to give kids the same opportunity that I got when I was younger. I want to express myself through my riding style and spots and tricks as well as the gear and clothing I am riding / wearing
Who are the people in snowboarding right now that keep you motivated and hyped on the current stat of snowboarding community and/or direction?
Dustbox, Justin Phipps, the new kids that are doing sick stuff. Jake Kuzyk. Cooper Whittier. Goop. Mikey Leblanc. Jeremy Jones. JP Walker
What’s your favorite thing about L1 Premium Goods?
They really let us design and dictate the direction for the brand. Its rare that brands let the team have as much input as we do. I am very grateful for the opportunity.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Thanks L1 for the support!