MT Garcia • Arizona, USA

What is your occupation?

Mountain bike and trail advocacy, event organizing, and trail building.

What are your sports, hobbies & interests?

Biking, trail running, hiking and horseback riding, plus creative pursuits like mixed media and digital art. I also design and make jewelry in my space time.

Do you have any pets?

A very dear soul to me named Yassi passed recently in November who was 13 and he was a wolf dog. I miss him very much. He loved the trails and adventures we went on over the past decade. Currently, I have two silly sweet huskies, a duo, Dad and son named Orion and Apollo.

What's your favorite food?

PHO all day everyday.

Which of SHREDLY's values personally align with you?

The SHREDLY values that resonate most with me are building community and celebrating self-expression. I believe the outdoors should be inclusive and creative spaces where people feel empowered to show up fully as themselves.

Which SHREDLY piece is your favorite?

I love the Rainbow Ombre (sold out) and the floral print Limitless - Stretch Waistband High-Rise Pant: Mimi II.

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

Doing a tour traveling abroad.

What is your dream mountain biking destination and why?

Peru for the culture and elevation of trails.

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

Holy Visions by AFi.

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

"Start where you are and use what you have." That advice has guided me through organizing and life--progress doesn't require perfection, just action.

Tell us about your favorite way of adventuring.

My favorite way to adventure is on two wheels. Riding with my partner, my son, or friends brings connection and shared experience, and solo rides give me space to reset and reflect. I truly enjoy it all.

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