Calls Home: Boise, Idaho
First Car: 1997 Toyota Avalon
Favorite Book: Hop on pop
If I’m not riding I’m… Floating down the river
If I’m not on tour I’m… Out in the woods anyways
Favorite vacation spot: Stanley Idaho
Winter Sport: Skiing
Off-Season gig: Liftie
Rides: Specialized Status
Tires: Maxxis Minion DH
Name of your bike: Babe
First bike: Windsor 29R
Why you bike: You get out what you put in
Worst Crash: My first drop I hit I slid out 20ft directly on my left knee. I lost most of the skin on my leg, which is still a different color. Also the first time blood pooled into my shoes.
What you drive: 2013 Chrysler Town and Country
Miles logged in a season: ~2300
What material possession do you value most: My bike
Won’t go on tour without: Babywipes
Freeride or Cross Country: Free ride to watch, cross country to ride
Road Ride: More and more often
Puke or Surrender: Puke every time
I used to be a… Ninja warrior coach
I love… Great food
I hate… Disappointing pizza
Favorite Tour: Grand Canyon North Rim
Favorite Trail: Fisher Creek in Stanley
Favorite Type of Trail: Fast and flowy
Most likely to find this in my guide pack: Multi tools that I lose and buy more of
The Other Employees Will Say I’m… Annoyingly optimistic
Favorite Grub Box Item: Home style Rice Crispys
Always carry: A lil’ more water then you think
Best Escape Memory: My first sunset on the white rim
Advice for Guests New to Escape: It’s just bikes. Keep pedaling
Words of Wisdom: Don’t trust the squirrels
Since 1992, we at Escape Adventures have been blessed to shape and lead adventure travel vacations through some of the most awe-inspiring natural destinations in the world. Each successive season, our passion for adventure grows through memorable moments with our guests. Fresh air, faith, fitness and friends are the building blocks for our ventures, the treasured experiences that keep us moving forward. For those of you who have trekked and traveled with us over the past quarter century, Heather and I express our sincerest gratitude. The memories are priceless.
