Robin Goomes grew up in the remote Chatham Islands, where her hands-on upbringing by her mother, a conservation ranger, shaped her early life experiences. Learning survival skills like welding and hunting at a young age instilled a sense of independence in her. Goomes transitioned from a childhood spent outdoors, developing entrepreneurial skills by selling possum furs for a dirt bike, to becoming a top freeride mountain biker, making history as the first woman to land a backflip in competition. Her unique start influenced her success in sports, even after moving to a city environment in Christchurch.
Growing up in the remote Chatham Islands, I learned independence early on. I could hunt and weld thanks to my hands-on mum, shaping my unique path.
My childhood on Chatham Islands was extraordinary. With a small population, I felt free to explore, and that freedom fueled my aspirations in sports.
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