We have an awesome crew of inspiring coaches joining us this season to lead our Rampage programs!
Duncan started riding MTB in the 80’s and was a regular participant of the Alberta Provincial team as a nationally ranked road and track cyclist. At the time all the rideable trails were XC ski or hiking trails, so now riding on purpose built trails feels like a gift. Duncan ended up selling his track and road bikes to finance school, but held onto his MTB until it was stolen while writing a final exam. By then, Duncan was entering law school and too busy to ride.
Duncan became busy a busy lawyer as well as moving throughout the world following his wife’s career. Returning to mountain biking was dramatic. Having to learn new skills to keep up with the technology and geometry of modern bikes, became exciting and illuminating. Mountain biking was now more accessible than ever before and a more approachable way of connecting with the outdoors.
The exercise of re-learning how to ride ignited Duncan’s passion to help others so that we can move from a “just huck it” chant from mates, to a purposeful progression of skills in a safe and supporting environment.
As well as helping the kids in the Rampage program reach their cycling goals, Duncan wants to have riders keep coming back to the trails, to enjoy themselves and to find meaningful connections with the outdoors and fitness. This is what Duncan looks forward to bringing to the Rampage program this year.
NCCP
Cycling Canada Introduction to Competition Development (Canada Games Coaching)
Gender-based Violence in Sport
Making Head Way in Sport
Mental Health in Sport
Ethical Decision Making
PMBIA Level 1, Kid’s Module, eBike Module
CRP-C first Aid
Wilderness First Aid
Alberta Bicycle Association MTB Western and Eastern Project Coach 2023
Megan Dunn: Rampage Coach
Megan has been riding Bow Valley single track for over 15 years now, in both summer and winter. She’s had a blast racing MTBs in Australia, Alberta and BC, including Salty Dog, 24 Hours of Adrenalin, Singletrack 6, and some crazy long bikepack races.
These days she enjoys getting out doing longer and longer rides with her son – and when she’s not riding bikes, she enjoys taking photos of other people riding their bikes. Although she’s keen to get out riding all year round, she also spends her winters doing a lot of cross-country skiing, and helping run and coach the Jackrabbits program with Canmore Nordic.
Certifications
Level 1 PMBIA
Wilderness First Aid (40hr)
Tommy George: Rampage Coach
Tommy George loves riding his bike…he said he loves the freedom it brings him. He is excited to be coaching with the Rampage program this year and is hoping to impart this love of biking to his athletes. Tommy is an enduro racer and an Ambassador for Giant. He has raced in several countries, Canada, U.S. and Colombia, with the Canadian Enduro Series and the Enduro World Series. His racing successes include a top 10 finish in Canmore Enduro, a top 20 finish at the Canadian Enduro. This will be his first year coaching with the Rampage program and we are excited to have him bring his enduro knowledge to these Rampage athletes. XC riding isn’t just about going uphill!!!
When he isn’t coaching, Tommy is working toward getting his full mountain guiding certification. He is also a Red Seal Journey person Automotive Technician.