“I ride to gain a sense of clarity. I seek the moments when nothing else matters at the moment but the trail in front of you. Alone, with friends, or racing this moment never ceases to put a big smile on my face. ”
HENRY NADELL IS A COLORADO NATIVE WHO KNOWS HOW TO HAVE FUN ON A BIKE. HE IS WICKED FAST, DEVASTATINGLY FUNNY, AND A VERY TALENTED ARTIST.
Home base: DURANGO, CALIFORNIA
age: 22
Work off the bicycle?
Graphic Designer and Student
Best Results:
2nd US. Mountain Bike Nationals
2019 (U23) 2019 World Championship Team Mount Saint Anne, Canada
7th Missoula UCI ProXct (XCO)
3rd Downieville XC
6th Stage 4 Breck Epic UCI Stage Race
Favorite music?
Coast Modern
Favorite race or ride?
Can't beat a high country ride in the Colorado fall colors!
My dream career outside of cycling is…
Graphic designer!
My favorite academic subject is…
Web/Graphic Design
My earliest memory on a bike is…
My earliest memories on a bike are ripping the streets of Carbondale, CO. till sunset with my friends.
why do you ride?
I ride to gain a sense of clarity. I seek the moments when nothing else matters at the moment but the trail in front of you. Alone, with friends, or racing this moment never ceases to put a big smile on my face.
what has the bike given you?
The bike has given me the chance to explore my limits and drive. Growing up I was always the kid that could not sit still but the bike became my outlet to let loose and clear my busy mind. Most of all the bike has given some of the best friends I could ask for.
Role Model?
Hayden Kennedy
advice to up and coming cyclists?
Have fun and strive for what makes you excited!