ABOUT US
Get to know the philosophies, principles and members that make up the TNT Junior Development Cycling Program
OUR MISSION
To inspire the youth of the Truckee/North Tahoe area through mountain biking.
OUR VISION
TNT will achieve its mission by using the mountain bike as a means for its members to sustain a healthy lifestyle; develop social and sportsmanship skills; build confidence as an individual and as an entity greater than one’s self; to understand and participate in advocacy and stewardship; appreciate the need and value in volunteer and civic work, to provide opportunity where it might not exist. TNT intends to help develop these assets in their members, to help them build a sense of character and ethic as adolescents with which to carry on into adult lives
OUR VALUES
RECEIVE
Respect: For one’s self, team, colleagues, coaches, parents, community
Educate: Use the mountain bike as a means to expose members to people and places, events and experiences
Challenge: Individuals and club set and achieve goals, improve and excel fitness, knowledge and ability, to understand and enjoy bike mechanics, to develop skills that will serve members as adolescents and as adults.
Empower: Members to pursue a lifestyle that is active and rewarding
Inspire: Curiosity, compassion and selflessness
Validate: The efforts, motivation, goals and needs of members
Enjoy: Adventure driven cycling by controlling ego and fear
OUR MISSION
To inspire the youth of the Truckee/North Tahoe area through mountain biking.
OUR VISION
TNT will achieve its mission by using the bicycle as a means for its members to sustain a healthy lifestyle; develop social and sportsmanship skills; build confidence as an individual and as an entity greater than one’s self; to understand and participate in advocacy and stewardship; appreciate the need and value in volunteer and civic work, to provide opportunity where it might not exist. TNT intends to help develop these assets in their members, to help them build a sense of character and ethic as adolescents with which to carry on into adult lives.
OUR VALUES
RECEIVE
Respect: For one’s self, team, colleagues, coaches, parents, community
Educate: Use the mountain bike as a means to expose members to people and places, events and experiences
Challenge: Individuals and club set and achieve goals, improve and excel fitness, knowledge and ability, to understand and enjoy bike mechanics, to develop skills that will serve members as adolescents and as adults.
Empower: Members to pursue a lifestyle that is active and rewarding
Inspire: Curiosity, compassion and selflessness
Validate: The efforts, motivation, goals and needs of members
Enjoy: Adventure driven cycling by controlling ego and fear
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PHIL HYNES - PRESIDENT
I started racing Mountain Bikes in 1998 and have not looked back yet. I have a true passion for riding and racing bikes and am very happy to pass along that to our Student Athletes as riding bikes is an activity that will stay with you for life. Current IMBA 1 and 2 Level Mountain Bike Instructor. Specialized Bike Academy Mountain Bike Instructor at NorthStar California. I currently race Road/Mountain/Cyclocross for an Elite Masters Racing team: ThirstyBear Cycling p/b Akamai. Contact Phil at: Phil at phil@rideontnt.org
AMY LAWSON - OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Amy and her husband Richard learned to love mountain biking back in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. They moved across the country and several years ago were lucky enough to land in Truckee! After their daughter Emma (16) joined a NICA team in one of the earliest seasons of the local Nevada League, Richard and Amy became committed to getting #morekidsonbikes! The Lawsons' have helped coach teams, started and directed a new Nevada League team, and continue to love introducing local kids to the awesomeness that is mountain biking in our beautiful area! Amy is thrilled to be a part of the TNT Board and is interested in hearing your great ideas for our organization. You can reach Amy at: amy@rideontnt.org
JESSI ERNST - VOLUNTEER DIRECTOR and NORTH TAHOE COORDINATOR
I am a Physical Education and Health teacher at North Tahoe High School and resident of Truckee. I am an avid mountain biker, climber, backcountry split boarder and all around outdoors person. My goals as a physical educator have always been to expose kids to fitness activities that are "outside the box." Team sports are irreplaceable in that they promote camaraderie, build relationships and provide important lessons on personal values, but what about those who just aren't interested or are looking for something more? I love to teach children about the fitness and recreation opportunities available in our beautiful mountain surroundings . That's why our mountain bike program is so important to me. Not only does mountain biking promote skills development, excellence, teamwork and professionalism but it also teaches respect for the community, environment and the importance of being an advocate for environmental conservation. Contact Jessi at: jernst@ttusd.org
JIM EASTERBROOK - COMMUNITY LIAISON
Jim Easterbrook moved to Truckee with his wife Amy in 1996. An avid rock climber, mtn biker, skier and ski mountaineer, he taught 6th grade math/science for 8 years at North Tahoe Middle School. After supplementing his income as a painting contractor for several years, he has since switched careers to being a full time painting contractor and running Easterbrook Painting, Inc. Emma (16) is his only daughter, who now attends Truckee High School.
Jim's passion for the outdoors has led him to adventure racing in Chile's Patagonia, mountain biking through South America, climbing in Thailand, mountain bike racing in Costa Rica, ski touring in Europe, heli skiing in Alaska and simply adventuring all over the Sierra. Jim brings to the TNT board a love for seeing kids on bicycles. Contact Jim at: jim@easterbrookpainting.com
SARAH KRAMMEN - SECRETARY
I am a math teacher at THS, teacher-liaison for TNT, one of the Elite Team coaches, and the Secretary of the board. Although this is coming up on my fifth season riding mountain bikes, I have jumped in with both feet! I bikepacked across Canada two summers ago and started racing at the expert level in enduro and XC last year. I also started the Paco’s Ladies Ride to bring women together to ride bikes. I love to ride as much as possible, especially with the team to push myself and others to their limits. It is super exciting to see the students turn into fast and capable riders and I am stoked to be part of the change!
OUR SPONSORS
Countless thanks go out to our local bike shop & community sponsors.
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Speak directly with staff from the local shops listed below for specific details related to TNT support & discounts on bikes, parts & labor. Remember, discounts are reserved for TNT athletes & coaches only (not family members).
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP!
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BIKE SHOP PARTNERS
COMMUNITY SPONSORS & PARTNERS
