David McConnell

Age: 17
Birthplace: Boulder, Colorado
Current Residence: Boulder, Colorado
Occupation: student
Current school/Alma matter: Dawson School
Family: Parents (Matt, Laure), Sisters (Michelle and Danielle)

Wildwater Information:
How I started paddling whitewater:
Daswon School introduced me to the sport.
The class(es) you race: K1 and occasionally C2
Regional Results: South West Regional Wildwater Champion 2013 (Junior and Open Class)
National Results: C2 Wildwater Team Member (2011), K1 (2013)
Years on the U.S. Wildwater National Team: three

Other Paddling/Sports/Hobbies: Slalom paddling and singing

Personal Information:

• Height: 5’ 11”
• Weight: 155 lbs.
• Music: Alternative, Jazz, Classical
• Favorite Foods: Mexican food
• What do you do to get ready for a race: Take a jog and walk along the rapids near the start
• What do you do after a race: Take a light jog and rest

Equipment:

• Boat: Zastera Savage 2000
• Paddle: Epic adjustable wing paddle
• Helmet: "Wildwater" helmet
• Spraydeck: Sandiline
• Life Jacket: NRS
• Paddling Clothes: Sandiline
• Shoes: NRS size 11.5
• Favorite energy bar/food: Power Bar