Rob Waibel

2012 Professional Competitor Bio

Location: Sweet Home, Ore.
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 180 lbs.
Birthday: Sept 14, 1965
Job: High school forestry instructor
Interests: Lacrosse, disc golf
Athlete since: 1990s

How did you get involved in lumberjack sports?
Father, Grandfather

When did you begin participating/competing in lumberjack sports and the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series?
1990ish

How do you train for the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series and other lumberjack competitions?
Cross train, practice events

Are you related to any current or former STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series competitors?
Bob Waibel

Best/strongest STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series discipline:
Springboard/underhand

Any advice for the collegiate competitors?
Find a pro to train with

What pro athlete/celebrity would you like to see try one of the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series disciplines?
Pam Anderson - boom run

Favorite TV Show:
Modern family

Favorite Sports Team:
Portland Trailblazers

Proudest moment in your life so far:
Birth of kids

Anything else you'd like to share?
Inducted into the lumberjack hall of fame