location: Laguna Beach, California

years young: 22

favorite product: Granola - Banana Nut

how he eats it: My granola Swims in Soy Milk

why mt. biking: Mountain biking is a sport that makes you self-sufficient. You can't rely on anybody else but yourself to get to the finish line. It makes you a stronger person, both mentally and physically.

How else do you live Bear Naked? I'm a Vegetarian, and I try to be very holistic. Bear naked fit's my lifestyle. It's clean, pure and simple.

cannondale he rides: Rush, and Optimo Hardtail

years in the saddle: 11

trail of choice: Rock-it, and the Luge

greatest race: My first race as a Professional.

playing on his ipod: Sanctus Real

spinning in his DVD: Off-Road to Athens

favorite read: VeloNews, of course