What sport do/did you compete in? And why are you passionate about it?
Gran Fondo. Usually, I compete in Endurance MTB or Gravel once or twice a year as time allows, but this was too scenic of a ride to pass up; plus, I got to sample Whistler Bike Park and will be back for a more comprehensive MTB experience.
How long have you been Hammering:
37 years
How long has your event partnered with Hammer:
10 Plus
Your go-to Hammer products:
HEED, Perpeteum Solids, Mito Caps, Super AO, Endurolytes Extreme Powder
Why do you continue to partner with Hammer to fuel your events?
Because Hammer Nutrition products work, we feel like we are part of a family working with Hammer Nutrition.
Favorite memory as a Race Director?
Witnessing cyclists and runners finish what they start. My first event to RD was in 1991 at the Mudslinger XC, as a family business in 2003, so one memory does not stand out; rather, the joy and excitement, pain, success, failure at times, and the journey our athletes experience drive me to give our best back to each one of them.
Mike Ripley
Mudslinger Events
