How I got started

Got started riding xc with a neighbor just strolling around on the street, then wanted to step it up a notch. We rode some random trails in my backyard, and its been uphill since then.

Goals for the Future

I am going to continue racing in the Expert Senior class for DH, and am racing Sport Senior again for XC

What has been your most embarrassing moment?

Falling at the bottom of the course at Wisp last year. I had a awesome run, and then as you come out of the woods, there is a big step-up jump. i hit it with too much speed, and everyone on the slopes saw me wreck hard.

Do you train? What does your schedule look like?

During the winter i train pretty hard. Try to hit the gym atleast 3 times a week. Treadmill, bike, free weights, and of couse riding at places like Rays MTB park is going to be key. I am also going to be on the road bike more this year, and on the XC bike for not only XC racing but prep for my DH season.

Music?

Anything but country. Am into Breaking Benjamin, Zebrahead, HIM, CKY, Fallout Boy, Unwritten Law, Swollen Members, Spineshank, Slipknot, Junkie XL, Rage Against the Machine, Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, Dope, Disturbed, Korn, Dispatch, Brand New, Bad Religion, Bright Eyes,

Schools Attended

Graduated High School from Greencastle-Antrim in PA. Went to school in Newtown, for about 10 years. Am currently attending Penn State Mont Alto. Michaux State forest is my backyard. Cant complain with that.

Employment / Experience Summary

Am currently working at Gettysburg Bicycle and Fitness as a mechanic and also do sales. Its the best job anyone would want

I have been racing XC for 4 years now, and have been racing DH for 3 years. Have been getting into road biking lately, but am not planning on doing that competitively yet. Joined Team Kranzel for this year for my DH team, and am still riding for Gettysburg Bicycle for my XC racing.