Who Is: Jonathan McDonald

Snowboarder Jonathan "Mamba" McDonald makes Frontside 540s look easy and is on the short list of riders who can link multiple tricks in a single first track descent, which he demonstrates with finesse anytime he's on the mountain. Having grown up as an outsider in a predominately white neighborhood, McDonald was an unlikely participant in the snow sport, but shook every preconception with unmatched style on a snowboard and undying love for riding. We sit down with McDonald as he tells us about his decision to pursue snowboarding as a life path, having the chance to show his mom his skills, and going to Super Park 17 as a wildcard only to be the single guy that landed a triple backflip at the competition.

[@mamba_madnezz4974]

hahah this video still makes me happy about life!!!!!

[@AuroraBoarder1]

It was great meeting you at High Cascade Snowboard Camp last month, during the Whitespace session! Congratulations on making Shaun White's team!

[@ThePerpetualStudent]

Hands down my favorite snowboarder! Nicest guy ever.

[@poppy7970]

Just found this. Great human and ripping snowboarder!

[@BenGravyy]

so epic

[@ThePerpetualStudent]

Bro! what are you doing here!? Love it.

[@b1i1g1ig1iy]

One of the best and most fun people to be around!! Mambaaaaaa!!

[@TeddyParker]

"Used to be" a racist town. Lol
U too nice Jon