LESLEY TOMLINSON
LESLEY TOMLINSON – CANADIAN OLYMPIAN (MOUNTAIN BIKE) *Private Training consultation with Lesley click here I was born in England where I lived until I was 10 years old. I’m a Canadian now but still have dual citizenship. I always stayed a bit British I guess, drinking Tea a lot and use a few odd words.We… Read More
GINA GRAIN
GINA GRAIN – CANADIAN OLYMPIAN (TRACK CYCLING) In Grade 10 I tore the ligaments in my knees downhill skiing and playing basketball- both knees within 2 weeks of each other. I was completely lost in what I was going to do to keep fit. My main sports of soccer, basketball and downhill ski racing were… Read More
CHRISSY de VALL (REDDEN)
CHRISSY DE VALL (REDDEN) – CANADIAN OLYMPIAN (MOUNTAIN BIKE) TaG Cycling is thrilled to add the talents of fellow Canadian Olympian and Mountain Bike star Chrissy De Vall (Redden). Chrissy’s accomplishments number many as a Mountain Bike and Cyclo Cross Racer. Chrissy represented Canada at the Sydney Olympic Games in Mountain Bike during a solid reign… Read More
LEAH GULOIEN
Leah Guloien has been a competitive (Cat 1) road cyclist since 2007, and been riding a bike for the past 12 years. Leah was introduced to the cycling by her father who was an avid cyclist. She soon fell in love with the sport Starting as a rower at Simon Fraser University,Leah transitioned into triathlon,… Read More
JASMIN DUEHRING / GLAESSER
I’ve been racing professionally for six years with a mixed focus of road and track. During this time I’ve won two Olympic bronze medals, eight World Championship medals, and five Pan American Games medals including a gold in the road race and a silver in the time trial. Throughout my career I developed a passion… Read More
RACHEL MCBRIDE
Rachel has been racing full-time as a professional triathlete since 2011. She is a two-time 70.3 Champion and has numerous podiums and course records in Olympic and long distance triathlon, including two-time bronze medalist at the ITU Long Distance World Championships and 9th place at 2014 70.3 World Championships. Known as the “purple tiger,” she… Read More
STEVE VAN KNOTSENBURG
Steve got hooked on mountain biking during his first visit to Whistler when he was 10 years old. Since then he has been riding bikes, on and off road, consistently either for training or fun. As a Canadian National Team Olympic rower of 10 years, he spent many hours on the bike building his aerobic… Read More
Maggie Coles-Lyster
World Junior Points Champion, Maggie Coles Lyster’s season this year was incredible..winning Gold in the Points race in Italy at the worlds and a silver in the Omnium. She also took 5 top 10 finishes in Superweek with a 2nd step on the podium in the New West Crit. After her blazing season she is… Read More
ZAYNE HEYES
Zayne Heyes entered the sport of cycling in 2012 after racing as a competitive cross-country skier for 8 years. He was initially introduced to cycling through winter indoor classes at TaG, and continued on by joining the youth development team. Zayne was immediately drawn to the speed and excitement of track cycling, where his mental… Read More
MICAYLA GATTO
“Never lose focus of what you love most. Passion is the biggest drive you can have; if you’re passionate about something, chances are you’re going to put all your effort into it. Riding is my life. Every second I spend on my bike is a second well-lived. ” I got into riding when I was… Read More
CHRISTINE SHANDRO
Background: Whistler Mountain Ski Racer, UBC Varsity Athlete- Conference Champion Slalom, Cross Country Ski racer, Pro Elite Mountain Bike Racer, Mountain Bike National Team Member. Current: I am a mom of two and married to Andrew Shandro. Andrew is a well know gravity athlete in Canada. He is an X-Games winner, Red Bull Rampage medalist,… Read More
BRYAN KELLY
“From a young age I was drawn to the fascination and thrill of riding a bicycle. My first coach when I was a sprouting little bean was Lesley Tomlinson with the Kids on the Shore mountain bike program. From there cycling has taken me on a journey that has provided limitless reward to both my… Read More
JAY LODER
Jay has years of experience in road and cyclocross, both as a competitor and coach. His vast knowledge and experience provides him with a well-rounded approach to training athletes young and old. “Showtime” Jay Loder is a multiple medalist in provincial and national competitions who loves riding, some of his best cycling memories include diverse… Read More
JAKE CULLEN
Jake Cullen joined the TaG coaching crew this year
TRISH SINCLAIR
My relationship with cycling has come full circle. It began with the pure enjoyment in the adventure of exploring new trails and new places, followed by 15 years of competitive cycling, and currently enjoying the mountain bike Mecca of the Sea to Sky Corridor where the riding possibilities are endless. I bought my first mountain… Read More
KATRINA STRAND
Katrina is an all-round mountain bike athlete who has focused primarily on downhill and enduro racing, and has been a member of the Canadian National Team at 3 World Championships. In addition to her own racing, riding and training, Katrina is a sought after mountain bike coach and strength trainer. She has a degree in… Read More
GRACE MENNING
“You can’t win if you don’t enter” I am a recreational mountain bike racer, and a Mom. I learned to ride in my late 20’s and have always enjoyed the thrill of competition, entering loonie-type races as a beginner. Now (x) years later, I still find it highly motivating to enter an event, such… Read More
BRENDAN ARMSTRONG
Brendan Armstrong ..a TaG Youth Development Original. At 18 years old Brendan was part of the incredible Junior Mens Team Pursuit Squad that stormed the Nationals to become Canadian National Champions. The past 4 years Brendan has raced for Trek Red Truck and raced all over the continent whilst working on his degree at Quest… Read More
DALE TIESSEN
As a former academic in exercise physiologist and biomechemist, I love the science and rigour behind the TaG Cycling programs and workouts. And I love to push the limits in some hard workouts 🙂 I really pride myself on being an all around athlete. Swapping bikes from XC to CX to road to Enduro to… Read More
TaG Coaches on the Road
TaG Coach Ted Battison showing off his strength and fitness in Greece.
ERIN CHAHLEY
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MATT BARTH
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