Carolyn & Alida MacDonald • Oregon, USA

What is your occupation?

Carolyn - Safety Manager at Timberline    

Alida - Student 

What are your sports, hobbies & interests?

C - My favorite hobby is mountain biking with the Mt. Hood Dirt Divas on the local trails. I also have passion for snowboarding, gardening, arts & crafts, and really any outdoor activity. Beyond the trails, I spend a significant amount of my time as a community leader, helping to educate others and implement wildfire and emergency preparedness efforts, Protecting the forest I love to ride in is deeply important to me. 

A - I enjoy biking, snowboarding, swimming, hiking, running, reading, and crafting! 

Do you have any pets?

We have a dog: Barlow and two cats: Ranger & Stormy.

What's your favorite food?

C - Pizza    

A - Mac & Cheese and freeze-dried strawberries.

Which of SHREDLY's values personally align with you?

C - I appreciate SHREDLY's values, particularly their commitment to "building a community that fosters a future we can all look forward to." This message strongly resonates with me, as community is incredibly important to who I am. SHREDLY's inclusive approach is evident in both the design of their gear and the spirit behind the brand. Beyond connecting people through clothing and love for trails, SHREDLY is actively contributing to a brighter future through sustainable practices and a genuine commitment to diversity by celebrating a wide range of nationalities, identities, and body sizes. Their mission reflects not only a thoughtful design, but a meaning impact and I love that! 

A - I love how they are bringing fashion to the trails!  

Which SHREDLY piece is your favorite?

C - All SHREDLY gear is awesome, but the Limitless - Stretch Waistband High-Rise Pant: Mimi II is what I could rock everyday, they are beyond comfy! 

A - Anything from the Youth line I enjoy wearing.

What is a bucket list item you have yet to check off?

C - I've always dreamt of going to Holland where my family originated from and see all the colorful tulips fields. 

A - I would love to go to Hawaii so I can swim in the warm water and ride my bike on the beach. 

What is your dream mountain biking destination and why?

C - It may be a dream for now, but one day my family and I would love to travel to Scotland and bike through the Scottish Highlands. 

A - Whistler because it has big flowy trails. 

What song or album are you playing on repeat right now?

C - I rotate through all kinds of tunes, but Grateful Dead is my jam.    

A - Taylor Swift is my kind of music.

What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?

C - "Stay true to your heart" and "Find one positive thing in your life daily."

A - Everyday my dad says to me: "Be brave, kind and confident." 

Tell us about your favorite way of adventuring.

C - My favorite way to adventure is spending an afternoon with my friends and family shuttling epic bike trails then hanging out after with some yummy snacks and drinks! 

A - Riding my bike anywhere, anytime! 

Follow Carolyn @cmac97049 and @Mt.HoodDirtDivas