Hans is considered the one of the world’s most iconic mountain bikers and pioneer of freeride . He is a former trials riding world champion, a showman, a stuntman and an adventure mountain biker. He has traveled the world extensively; riding his GT mountain bikes, over and through areas previously considered unrideable. All the while, capturing the cultural, scenic, and spiritual aspects of these exotic locations; and always in search of something mystical or historical. Hans was inducted in the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame and has been featured on over 300 magazine covers throughout his 24 year long career as a pro. His non-profit charity, Wheels 4 Life, provides bikes to people in Third World countries in need of transportation.

“8 or 9 years ago I saw a Sambazon flyer at Taco Loco my local Taco Stand in Laguna Beach, immediately I was interested reading about a healthy berry from the Brazilian Amazon – I had to try it. Shortly after I contacted them, at a time when Sambazon was still run out of an apartment. I have chosen to partner with Sambazon because I liked the product, the vibe and the message the company is sending. From the way they acquire the acai berries from the locals in the rainforest through their cooperatives and how they preserve the rainforest, to the healthy product for the consumer and the great environmental message and involvement with action sports.
I knocked at their door and I’m glad they saw value supporting me.”

Favorite Recipe:
I like Sambazon shakes the most in the mornings, I like to do my own creations – I always make them slightly different – some of my favorite ingredients include, the organic Sambazon Acai smoothie pack, banana, lychee fruit, wheatgrass, carrots, Clif protein powder, apple juice or other juices including soymilk and yogurt.