{"id":132,"date":"2023-03-27T09:43:49","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T09:43:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/?page_id=132"},"modified":"2023-06-12T07:23:59","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T07:23:59","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"tatsu-FnarzQUhF tatsu-section    tatsu-clearfix\" data-title=\"Team 1\"  data-headerscheme=\"background--dark\"><div class='tatsu-section-pad clearfix' data-padding='{\"d\":\"90px 0px 90px 0px\"}' data-padding-top='90px'><div class=\"tatsu-row-wrap  tatsu-wrap tatsu-row-one-col tatsu-row-has-one-cols tatsu-medium-gutter tatsu-reg-cols  tatsu-clearfix tatsu-DRbp-2a49u\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-row \" ><div  class=\"tatsu-column  tatsu-column-no-bg tatsu-one-col tatsu-column-image-none tatsu-column-effect-none  tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf\"  data-parallax-speed=\"0\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-inner \" ><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad-wrap\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-module tatsu-text-block-wrap tatsu-tVVIUx3y3  \"><div class=\"tatsu-text-inner tatsu-align-center  clearfix\" ><style>.tatsu-tVVIUx3y3.tatsu-text-block-wrap .tatsu-text-inner{width: 100%;text-align: left;}<\/style>\n<h1>About Us<\/h1>\n<p>At Whistler Bike Guide our guides bring a passion and commitment to each ride that just feels right. The trails seamlessly weave together in combinations that stretch from \u00bd day journeys to multi-day cross-country adventures. We like to tread lightly and move in small groups and leave no trace except our tire patterns. Our guides carry all the stuff to do trail-side repairs and we encourage everyone who rides with us to do the same because we get into some remote areas. Our guides will steer you towards trails that are hidden gems along with area favourites. Wicked climbs and rolling ridge lines followed by mind-blowing descents that flow beautifully down to the valley floor. When you join Whistler Bike Guide for one of our classic Mountain Bike tours you get the guides and trails that will both suit and challenge your riding and fitness ability.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whistler Bike Guide started as a printed trail guide book created by Charlie Doyle and Grant Lamont in 1990 in an effort to record and enshrine hand built trails in the Whistler region. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For over 25 years they published the trail guide putting all of the profits from sales back into the trails. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grant also began guiding and taking media out to ride these great yet challenging trails and for over 30 years Whistler Bike Guide has delivered incredible 2 wheeled experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our guides have decades of riding experience in the region as well as a great connection with the culture and natural landscape which they will share with you. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book one of our \u00bd day, full day or custom group tours today and discover the difference.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-module tatsu-normal-button tatsu-button-wrap align-block block-center  tatsu-BEopzx6cx   \"><a class=\"tatsu-shortcode mediumbtn tatsu-button left-icon circular   bg-animation-none  \" href=\"\/book-now\" style= \"\"  aria-label=\"Book now\" data-gdpr-atts={} >Book now<\/a><style>.tatsu-BEopzx6cx .tatsu-button{background-color: #e0a240;color: #ffffff ;}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-row > .tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf.tatsu-column{width: 100%;}.tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf.tatsu-column > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-column-overlay{mix-blend-mode: none;}.tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-left-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-xwNIHT3Tmf > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-right-divider{z-index: 9999;}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tatsu-row-wrap  tatsu-wrap tatsu-row-has-three-cols tatsu-custom-gutter tatsu-reg-cols  tatsu-clearfix tatsu-oXsnkN1F0w\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-row \" style=\"margin-left:-5px;margin-right:-5px;\"><div  class=\"tatsu-column  tatsu-column-no-bg tatsu-one-third tatsu-column-image-none tatsu-column-effect-none  tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW\"  data-parallax-speed=\"0\" style=\" padding:0 5px;\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-inner \" ><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad-wrap\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-GGbiC2ffX9 team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/grant.jpg\" alt=\"Grant Lamont\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Grant Lamont<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Trail Advocate<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >Grant was fundamental to the emergence of the Whistler bike scene. He can usually be found at the top of gruelling climbs but he's also a fan of the more mellow trails around the valley.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-GGbiC2ffX9 .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-J_LD52ScW team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/gemma.jpg\" alt=\"Gemma Elford\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Gemma Elford<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Guide<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >After moving to Whistler from the UK five years ago, Gemma discovered the joy, freedom, and challenge of riding in one of the greatest mountain bike meccas of the world. She loves this sport and these mountains, and is always stoked to show you our amazing local trails, fun line choices, and ensuring you stop to enjoy the epic views along the way.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-J_LD52ScW .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-SJldCE4w2 team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Gord-Low.jpg\" alt=\"Gord Low\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Gord Low<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Guide<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >Gord has been living, riding, skiing and golfing his brains out for over 25 years in Whistler. He ran his own property management company for 20 years and knows the area well. Up or down is his zone. Loves good food and wine.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-SJldCE4w2 .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-row > .tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW.tatsu-column{width: 33.33%;}.tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW.tatsu-column > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-column-overlay{mix-blend-mode: none;}.tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-left-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-right-divider{z-index: 9999;}@media only screen and (max-width: 767px) {.tatsu-row > .tatsu-JvLhHQtTkW.tatsu-column{width: 100%;}}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-column  tatsu-column-no-bg tatsu-one-third tatsu-column-image-none tatsu-column-effect-none  tatsu-ELw0FCDF78\"  data-parallax-speed=\"0\" style=\" padding:0 5px;\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-inner \" ><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad-wrap\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-Xa9Cacyk_X team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/neil.jpg\" alt=\"Neil Simpson\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Neil Simpson<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Guide<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >Neil can be found riding trails around the valley most days. He's always on the hunt for fresh loam but wet roots will suffice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-Xa9Cacyk_X .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-FP8KZ22eS team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/rafael.jpg\" alt=\"Rafael Izquierdo\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Rafael Izquierdo<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >The youngster<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >Having won numerous local and national races in both enduro and downhill in Columbia, Rafael moved to Whistler to pursue his passion for mountain bikes. He's fluent in French, Spanish and English and is a dab hand at fixing bikes whether in the shop or on the trail.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-FP8KZ22eS .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-xT0tbq5kE team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/dust.jpg\" alt=\"Coming Soon\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Coming Soon<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >More guides! Mugshots inbound.<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >We're waiting on photos from the rest of our team. We've been promised that mugshots are inbound.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-xT0tbq5kE .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-row > .tatsu-ELw0FCDF78.tatsu-column{width: 33.33%;}.tatsu-ELw0FCDF78.tatsu-column > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-column-overlay{mix-blend-mode: none;}.tatsu-ELw0FCDF78 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-ELw0FCDF78 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-ELw0FCDF78 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-left-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-ELw0FCDF78 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-right-divider{z-index: 9999;}@media only screen and (max-width: 767px) {.tatsu-row > .tatsu-ELw0FCDF78.tatsu-column{width: 100%;}}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-column  tatsu-column-no-bg tatsu-one-third tatsu-column-image-none tatsu-column-effect-none  tatsu-wgb9ZarStd\"  data-parallax-speed=\"0\" style=\" padding:0 5px;\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-inner \" ><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad-wrap\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-TQUEmiIbcS team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/muddy_dale.jpg\" alt=\"Dale Tiessen\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Dale Tiessen<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Former Racer<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >With a Master of Science dedicated to cycling biomechanics and an enthusiasm for bike technology Dale can geek out on bikes with the best of them. He has ridden and raced almost every type of bike imaginable and isn't afraid of big days on two wheels without forgetting to stop and enjoy the views.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-TQUEmiIbcS .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><div  class=\"tatsu-BJWuRV4Pn team-shortcode-wrap oshine-module\"  ><div class=\"element style1-hover c_to_c style3-title\"><div class=\"element-inner\"><div class=\"flip-wrap\"><div class=\"flip-img-wrap none-effect\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Larry-Falcon-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Larry Falcon\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"thumb-overlay\"><div class=\"thumb-bg\" ><div class=\"display-table\"><div class=\"display-table-cell vertical-align-middle\"><div class=\"team-wrap clearfix\" ><h6 class=\"team-title\" >Larry Falcon<\/h6><p class=\"designation\" >Guide<\/p><p class=\"team-description\" >In addition to his technical expertise, Larry is also an excellent communicator and teacher. He has a natural ability to connect with people and create a fun, relaxed atmosphere, even in challenging situations. He has a knack for reading people and adjusting his style to meet their needs, whether they are novice riders or seasoned veterans.  Larry also has a strong background in First Aid, having patrolled for many years on Mayem Mtn, otherwise known as Cypress Mtn., and has renewed his first aid over many decades. He has also taken the PMBIA courses: Ride Guide and Level 1 certificate.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-BJWuRV4Pn .tatsu-team-overlay{background: rgba(255,255,255,0.9);}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-row > .tatsu-wgb9ZarStd.tatsu-column{width: 33.33%;}.tatsu-wgb9ZarStd.tatsu-column > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-column-overlay{mix-blend-mode: none;}.tatsu-wgb9ZarStd > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-wgb9ZarStd > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-wgb9ZarStd > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-left-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-wgb9ZarStd > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-right-divider{z-index: 9999;}@media only screen and (max-width: 767px) {.tatsu-row > .tatsu-wgb9ZarStd.tatsu-column{width: 100%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tatsu-row-wrap  tatsu-wrap tatsu-row-one-col tatsu-row-has-one-cols tatsu-medium-gutter tatsu-reg-cols  tatsu-clearfix tatsu-JvkORe_afW\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-row \" ><div  class=\"tatsu-column  tatsu-column-no-bg tatsu-one-col tatsu-column-image-none tatsu-column-effect-none  tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7\"  data-parallax-speed=\"0\" style=\"\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-inner \" ><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad-wrap\"><div class=\"tatsu-column-pad\" ><div  class=\"tatsu-module tatsu-normal-button tatsu-button-wrap align-block block-center  tatsu-zIPU-Ag_DZ   \"><a class=\"tatsu-shortcode mediumbtn tatsu-button left-icon circular   bg-animation-none  \" href=\"\/book\" style= \"\"  aria-label=\"JOIN US FOR A RIDE\" data-gdpr-atts={} >JOIN US FOR A RIDE<\/a><style>.tatsu-zIPU-Ag_DZ .tatsu-button{background-color: rgba(0,0,0,1);color: #ffffff ;border-width: 02px;}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-column-bg-image\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-row > .tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7.tatsu-column{width: 100%;}.tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7.tatsu-column > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-column-overlay{mix-blend-mode: none;}.tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-left-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-gS7MmEAXd7 > .tatsu-column-inner > .tatsu-right-divider{z-index: 9999;}<\/style><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tatsu-section-background-wrap\"><div class = \"tatsu-section-background\" ><\/div><\/div><style>.tatsu-FnarzQUhF.tatsu-section{background-color: rgba(245,245,245,1);}.tatsu-FnarzQUhF .tatsu-section-pad{padding: 90px 0px 90px 0px;}.tatsu-FnarzQUhF > .tatsu-bottom-divider{z-index: 9999;}.tatsu-FnarzQUhF > .tatsu-top-divider{z-index: 9999;}<\/style><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/about-us\/\" class=\"more-link style1-button\">Read More<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/132"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=132"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/132\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":149,"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/132\/revisions\/149"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whistlerbikeguide.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=132"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}