Julian Zepeda - Wisconsin
Nolan Thiel - Wisconsin
Scott Thiel - Wisconsin
Hayden Stone - Wisconsin
Liz Horning - Wisconsin
Will Bazela - Georgia
Tyler Reeder - Colorado
Nicole Dettmering - Wisconsin
Nick Niemann - Wisconsin
Mio Suzuki - Wisconsin
Mio is a new racer to the world to Cyclocross. She competed in her first CX races in 2013 racing for Angry Monkeys. She loved it, so she decided to return to hone some of those dirt skills. "I've been wanting to do cross for the longest time! I have the bike and the essentials, so all I need is a team environment where I can push myself forward and learn from the experienced riders." - Mio.
We are excited to have her again this year and hope to get her in a mountain bike race or two.
AMR Member since 2013.
We are excited to have her again this year and hope to get her in a mountain bike race or two.
AMR Member since 2013.
Dennis Law - Wisconsin
Dennis has mostly done triathlon in the past but wants to try CX and XC. He loves to bike! Dennis is also a finisher for the Wisconsin IronMan. He will be racing the Ironman again soon.
AMR Member since 2015.
AMR Member since 2015.
Jeff Krawczyk- Colorado
I moved to CO from CT a little over a year ago and I love the mountains! I have been mountain biking just over 20yrs and road biking for about 10. Last year I raced the Leadville Qualifier Fire Road in Utah which was 100K with 7,000+ft elevation gain...Brutal! My goal this year is to race the Leadville Trail 100! My other hobbies include snowboarding, fat biking, standup paddleboarding, fly fishing, and needlepoint (haha jk on the last one :)). Looking forward to meeting other AMR's! Cheers!
AMR Member since 2016.
AMR Member since 2016.
Chris Clinton - Wisconsin
Chris used to be fast and fit. He was even paid to ride. Now he's am old and in the wrong shape (his words, not ours). But he still loves to ride.
AMR Member since 2015.
AMR Member since 2015.
Tony Buchman - Florida
Originally from Indiana, and now living in Central Florida. Tony mostly races in endurance MTB races like the Alafia Classic 6hr, Hammerhead 100, and the Huracan 300. He loves pushing his limits and getting out of his comfort zone. In 2015, Tony be attempting The Tour Divide, a 2700+ mile MTB race from Canada to The Mexico border following the Continental Divide. Yeah, he is a little crazy. Follow his updates here on the website and online.
AMR Member since 2014.
AMR Member since 2014.
Gregg Gillman - Wisconsin
Bartender, Philosopher, Clergy. Born in Connecticut, raised in Virginia, educated in Iowa, working for the bike company and Waterloo, WI.
AMR Member since 2016.
AMR Member since 2016.
Ben Kunde - Wisconsin
Born and raised in Wisconsin. Works for B-cycle. Likes to ride bikes. Ride a Trek CX bike and is ready to race. (He's the upper left in the photo.)
AMR Member since 2013.
AMR Member since 2013.
Arild Haugene - Norway- Guest Member
A Norwegian who is doing XC skiing as main sport, but in addition racing in CX and MTB. Arild recently finished an incredible 1st in his age group at the race for the Birkie in Wisconsin! He had a successful CX season the other year - which was his first year racing CX - and won a few races. Now back in Norway, Arild will continue his training and hopefully will be back in the USA for a few quick races in the summer with AMR.
Favorite post-race drink? - Beer - Spotted Cow
Hardest race or ride you have ever done? - The Norwegian Birkie (90 km MTB-race)
AMR Member since 2014.
Favorite post-race drink? - Beer - Spotted Cow
Hardest race or ride you have ever done? - The Norwegian Birkie (90 km MTB-race)
AMR Member since 2014.
John Jenkins - Wisconsin
John loves to ride bikes. Road bikes, mountain bikes, fat bikes, cruisers, and bikes in general. He also loves the inclusive, supportive, and friendly community of biking. Gary Fisher was right: "Anyone who rides a bike is a friend of mine."
AMR Member since 2015.
AMR Member since 2015.
Hanna Vadeboncoeur - Colorado
Hanna grew-up around bikes and loves to ride. However, she's managed to avoid racing almost entirely until now. She loves downhill and has a pretty serious hate relationship with climbs. So, we'll see how this goes. She's excited to finally race!
AMR Member since 2015.
AMR Member since 2015.
Dana VanVoorhees - Colorado
Hi, I'm Dana, DanaBanana! And technical mountain biking is my game. I love racing cross country MTB and Cyclocross. Currently I am recovering from breaking my upper humerus bone during a cyclocross race back on December 13th. I am lucky there was no displacement of the bone and I didn't need surgery. I was released by my ortho doctor yesterday to ride a road bike. I can get back on my mountain bike in a couple months. I am hoping I will be ready for my local race - the Grand Junction Off Road in May, but certainly won't push it if I'm not ready. I am really looking forward to volunteering at the Grand Junction Off Road Race, something I do each year and enjoy it just as much as competing. I'm looking forward to being a part of this healthy tribe called the Angry Monkeys.
AMR Member since 2016.
AMR Member since 2016.
Corey Horning - Wisconsin
Corey has been rocking the Cat 5 CX group last year and will be moving up soon in the ranks. He has been riding bikes since he was a wee little boy. Corey did ride road category 5 for Wisconsin Cycling Cyclocross and was able to take a win, with a couple more podiums and the overall series championship. He regularly volunteers for bicycle events like Ride the Drive, Trek 100 and Bird Elementary's Bike Rodeo.
AMR Member since 2016.
What race are you looking forward to this year? I’m looking forward to the Midwest regional in Sun Prairie at the end of the year. A big race in my town!
What are your goals for the year? Being my first year in Cat 4, I want to stay near the top 10 but podium once or twice. Maybe even win a race.
Why do you ride? I ride for multiple reasons. I ride to stay healthy, I ride to keep myself competitive and then I ride for enjoyment, relaxation and to cut down on my carbon footprint.
Which song would you pick for your ride anthem? White Panda Bombooyah, it’s an hour, music mashup so it keeps your tempo up.
AMR Member since 2016.
What race are you looking forward to this year? I’m looking forward to the Midwest regional in Sun Prairie at the end of the year. A big race in my town!
What are your goals for the year? Being my first year in Cat 4, I want to stay near the top 10 but podium once or twice. Maybe even win a race.
Why do you ride? I ride for multiple reasons. I ride to stay healthy, I ride to keep myself competitive and then I ride for enjoyment, relaxation and to cut down on my carbon footprint.
Which song would you pick for your ride anthem? White Panda Bombooyah, it’s an hour, music mashup so it keeps your tempo up.
Joe King - Wisconsin
Joe started racing in his late 40's, participating (by mostly getting dropped) in crits, road races, and time trials. Being in over his head most of the time, he concentrated on smiling. In 2007, Joe tried cyclocross and discovered that amazing mix of dirt, pain, and smiles. Joe has not won often but does have victories in sprint triathlons, time trials, and cyclocross. He tried mountain bike racing in 2014, placing 2nd and 3rd in the two outings attempted. Joe is the 2013 Wisconsin State time trial champion in the old guy category (55-59). He is hoping to get out and race the mountain bike more next year with plans to attempt the Leadville 100 in 2016. We'll see how that goes - there's nothing like being in over your head with a smile. USA Cycling Results AMR Member since 2013.
Bobby Miller - Wisconsin - 2015 Board Member
Bobby is a Mountain bike racer who lives in Madison, WI by way of Alexandria, VA. He was lured to Madison for a gig in the cycling industry. He has a passion for all things mountain bikes. His goals for this year are to compete in as many races as possible, compete in endurance off-road events, have lots of fun, and most importantly... GO FAST!
If you ain't first, you're LAST.
AMR Member since 2014.
If you ain't first, you're LAST.
AMR Member since 2014.
Devin Visciano - Colorado
Once upon a time, Devin was a triathlete who was known for rocking a red, white, and blue speed suit. Now he prefers fat tires to skinny but isn't afraid to pull on some lycra and hit the road. From downhill and enduro to cross-country sufferfests, he loves racing his bike and is desperately looking forward to moving up an age category and not racing against 19 year-olds.
AMR Member since 2014.
AMR Member since 2014.
Gavin Black - Wisconsin
Jr. Racer- Plays football, wrestling, snowboarding and LAX. Enjoys mountain biking for fun when he has time!
AMR Member since 2016.
AMR Member since 2016.
Michael Fisher - Colorado
Michael just moved to Denver in 2015. He loves riding and is incredibly excited for race season!
AMR Member since 2014.
AMR Member since 2014.
Darrell Lee - Georgia - 2014 Board Member
Darrell teaches high school history for a living, but rides bikes for pure joy. Mountain, road, cross, gravel... it's all good. (Photo by the Amazing Steve Hampton.) USA Cycling Results
AMR Member since 2013.
AMR Member since 2013.
Heidi Kunde - Wisconsin
Born and raised in Wisconsin. Interested in learning more about CX! Avid road cyclist but ready to get on the dirt. Better half of the duo with Ben. (She's the bottom right in the photo.)
AMR Member since 2013.
AMR Member since 2013.
Jonathan Hiott - Georgia
Jonathan began riding several years ago and started racing in 2010. He regularly finishes in the top-five for his age group and frequently podiums at mountain bike races and duathlons. He also likes to trail run and enjoys other multi-sport events such as triathlons.
AMR Member since 2014.
AMR Member since 2014.
Jay Sebok- Wisconsin
"I like to race CX and ride my mountain bike. " - Jay. Jay
Jack Whisler- Georgia
Jack of all trades, but really focuses on CX and MTB. Jack is not only a good rider but just a great guy to have on the team. Family man, he has the support of his daughter at the races to cheer on the Angry Monkeys.
Anne Marie Peterson- Wisconsin
Total wanna be cyclo-cross racer (if you can call it that!). Previous racing in the running and triathlon world so looking forward to trying something new. Okay, not giving up running - if you know me you know I can't do that!
Bob Morris- Wisconsin
After spending 5 years on submarines in the Navy, Bob went to Ohio University where he joined the mountain bike team and fell in love with everything bicycles. After working at shops in West Virginia and Colorado he made the move north to Waterloo, Wisconsin. Prefers beermosa handups. USA Cycling Results
Max Sanches- Georgia
Just
moved to the Savannah area from Atlanta. Looking for people and places to ride.
Hoping to get a few races in this year to get ready for the Black Bear Rampage
and maybe the Fools gold.
Katie Young- Georgia
Katie is a new member to AMR, someone had to keep Jason in line. She brings a new excitement to cycling and the team.
Jason Young -Georgia
Mountain biker. Cyclocross lover. Racecar driver. Holder of advanced degrees in BBQ and husbandry. All around Rockstar. Jason also served on the first board of directors for Angry Monkeys! USA Cycling Results
Vlad Vinnik - Wisconsin
"I love everything bikes and am happiest when pushing myself. "-Vlad V.
Ross Rushin- Wisconsin
Oklahoma native. Junior rodeo champ. University of Arkansas graduate. Lover of bicycles since 2001. Perpetual wanderer. Incredible dancer. Mediocre bowler. Bringer of good times at all times. Here for the party.
Kathleen Fitzpatrick- Wisconsin
MTB & CX Racer- Bio coming soon. USA Cycling Results
Muse Davis- Wisconsin
Athletic by US standards, obese by cycling standards. I have loved CX since I first saw it back in 2008. Often DFL, but never DNF. CX specialty is handups. Trying XC for the first time this year if I ever get my MTB built up... Creates some of the bests Cyclocross costumes out there including his now famous Bumble the snow monster. USA Cycling Results
Michael Coleman - Georgia
An angry irish/scott mix who loves to tear up the singletrack and jump into some CX the next day. Have been racing only since 2011, from CX as Cat4 still to Endurance races on the MTB, and throw in some alleycat races for fun. These days rides his dependable Focus Mares CX for all around riding and his gnarly Salsa el mariachi ss for the singletrack. This year he plans on helping out with any cool (post beer ride) charity rides, get in top ten for CX and podium some more in the MTB scene. Watch out for this monkey at 24hours of Ga, 12 hours in Conyers, 9hr @ Fort Yargo, and what ever I can find. This WILL be the angry monkey to watch as he gets more experience and better form. Cheers!!!
Chelsea Lawson- Wisconsin
Chelsea is a native Texan who loves to ride her
bicycle anywhere and everywhere, but the trails are where she belongs. She’s
new to the MTB race scene and can’t wait to spend some quality time with her
new Trek Top Fuel. An enthusiastic extrovert, she has two modes of activity:
full speed and sleeping. When not on the bike, she enjoys rock climbing,
traveling, hosting family dinners with friends, cooking, flag football, and
playing with puppies.
Rick Nudd - Georgia- 2014 Board Member- Race Director
Rock star mountain biker and awesome guy. Rick job at AMR is to create new events and welcome new members to AMR. Rick is also our Licensed Race Director with USA Cycling. Look for him out on the MTB course, he will be the one saying "on your left". He is that fast. USA Cycling Results
Mark Gilliam*- Georgia
Mark was one of the First Angry Monkey Members and had input into the team name and how AMR exists today. Races primarily Mountain Bikes, he is actively racing the SERC Series and GSC Series. Most weekends you can find him standing on the podium representing. Saturday mornings he could be seen pulling riders on the road training in the Marietta area. USA Cycling Results
Darrell Lee- Georgia -2014 Board Member
Darrell spends his days as a high school teacher and his evenings as a husband and dad. On occasion, he even manages to squeeze in some riding. This year, he will race in the XC2 Clydesdale class on the mountain bike and in singlespeed and Masters 45+ in 'cross. (Photo by the Amazing Steve Hampton) USA Cycling Results
Murphy Davis*- Georgia
I love all flavors of cycling, but hammering out some xc riding is my real passion. The tougher the ride, the more fun I'm having. I'm currently on a Vassago Chupacabra set up singlespeed, but I'd love to "upgrade" to gears and build up a boutique racy singlespeed. I turn every ride into a race, even if only against myself, so any chance to compete calls my name. I can geek out on training science and components, but deep down, all I want is more time on two wheels. This guy is a beast on the Single Speed. USA Cycling Results
Arturo Quintanilla- XC Director - Georgia
Arturo Quintanilla "la machine" has been very passionate for bicycles since he could ever remember. Working part time in a local bike shop is the way that he has been able to afford all of his bike toys. He started racing cross country in Mexico at the age of 13 but stopped because he was given a guitar for Christmas. The mariachi in him fell in love with music!!! 10 years later, something inside of him clicks! He decides to do what his true passion is. Riding, racing, enjoying bikes AND playing music while having a good time with friends puts a big smile on his face :-) To this day, he is fortunate and blessed to make a living out doing what he loves. USA Cycling Results
Marcus Stephenson
Married with 3 awesome kids. I ride whenever time allows and with 3 kids its not as much as I would like. I have only raced one time and it was pretty fun but my weekends are typically full of Karate and soccer for my kids. I ride my road bike a 1500-2500 miles a year and during the fall I switch over to my 29er MTB and ride that till spring or till I wreck and break my ribs...seems to happens yearly.
Clifton Paskett
Clifton just got started with mountain biking last September and has been addicted since. He recently meet some new awesome people that have been talking non stop about cyclocross so he thought I would give that a try this year. A very wise decision. Clifton is a new racer ready to throw up some dirt on the trails as a member of AMR.
Sharon Martin Andersson
Sharon likes to ride anything that she can get wrecked on. Training for equestrian sports she happened upon mountain bikes which got her all hot to ride. After many years of less than stellar riding, she decided to give cross a try. While she still prefers the sidelines to actual red lining for 30 minutes she has embraced the pain and started carrying around her perfectly ridable bike. If pressed she will tell you that she loves all her bikes equally but her mountain bike has a special place in her heart.
