First Car: 1983 Honda Civic Wagon
Favorite Book: Monkey – Journey To The West
If I’m not riding I’m… partaking in one of my million other hobbies
If I’m not on tour I’m… seeking adventures in new areas!
Favorite vacation spot: South America
Winter Sport: If I had skis, I would sure use em!
Plans for the future: To thoroughly enjoy life!
Off-Season gig: Nope, hopefully climbing in warmer climates
Rides: 2019 All-City Gorilla Monsoon, 2021 Trek Top Fuel
Tires: Rene Herse Switchback Hill, Maxxis Minion DHF
First bike: Rust bucket vintage cruiser, first real bike was a Bridgestone NJS Grand Velo track bike
Why you bike: It is a great way to see and experience new places, feel strong, and feel some good adrenaline!
Worst Crash: OTB on a super steep loose descent
What you drive: 1995 Toyota Previa Supercharged
Miles logged in a season: No idea!
What material possession do you value most: My van, my bikes, my climbing gear
Won’t go on tour without: Titanium spork
Freeride or Cross Country: Cross Country
Road Ride: Sure! But I prefer gravel
Puke or Surrender: Puke
I used to be a… really good student, but then I graduated
I love… being spontaneous!
I hate… being late
I want… more time to play
I need… more money to play
Favorite Tour: 4 day Santa Cruz tour with all lady friends!
Favorite Trail: Downieville!
Favorite Type of Trail: Techy flow
Most likely to find this in my guide pack: dyanplug
The Other Employees Will Say I’m… way too cheerful in the morning
Favorite Grub Box Item: cookies
Always carry: cash
Best Escape Memory: getting offered the job?
Advice for Guests New to Escape: Remember, it’s all about having fun!
Words of Wisdom: Life is what you make it!
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.