| FRED JOHNSTON - OWNER This is a lifelong gig for me. I've worked in bike shops since I was 15. This year will make 40 in the bike business. For some reason it never gets old. It's more fun now that we have our own building and can set things up any way we like. And it's a cool building. My latest inspiration is a big group of road riders that grew out of our indoor training classes. And of course cyclocross racing, the craziest sport ever, very fun. I love cross country and downhill mountain biking also. |
| TJ - ULTIMATE MECHANIC (8 Years) My original passion is BMXing, though when I started working at the bike shop, the others kept begging me to try downhilling borrowed bike and haven't looked back since. A fan of almost all genres of cycling, I still stick to my BMX roots. I still ride in the skate park, in spite of the 10,000 warnings and 1 ticket from the police. Its a good place for the kids to be. The kids look up to me when I ride in the skate park, and come to me when I work at the bike shop. My favorite place to mountain bike, when I am lucky, is Whistler, BC. Whistler has the best EVERYTHING, and at the end of the day I realize all you need is a good bike and a good trail! |
| SETH MILLS - CERTIFIED "BIKE JUNKIE" (6 Years) When I wandered in here, I was immediately in love with the atmosphere and charisma of the old building. Now going on three years I fully appreciate and embrace the philosophy of the ReCycle Shop. With almost six years of experience in bike shops, I would consider myself a "bike junkie". I can't go a day without checking the web for the latest in racing results and industry news. My favorite places to ride are Manastash Canyon and the "Cle Ellum Loop". They offer miles of endless scenery and the roads aren't too rough. Ellensburg is by far the hippest, most bike-friendly place I've ever hid out in and I look forward to meeting every person in town! |
| TANNER DOTZAUER - MANAGER I came to the ReCycle Shop as a refugee from my previous job where I was sure to die of boredom. Fred took a risk on me and it has been my pleasure to attempt to repay that debt ever since. I love bikes and helping people get just the right one. Working at the ReCycle Shop allows me to listen to people and help find that bike that they will be excited to ride and after all being excited to ride is what it is all about! |
| JORDAN JACKSON - MECHANIC Already an accomplished athlete, Jordan is extending his intensity and good humor to the world of The ReCycle Shop. Full Bio coming soon! |
| KYLE LOGAN - MECHANIC When the worlds of firefighting, motorcycle racing and aviation became dull, Kyle decided to join The ReCycle Shop. His attention to detail and easy-going nature make him a valuable asset. Full bio coming soon. |
| Jonathan T. Suttles, MS, PT - Physical Therapy Consultant Doing triathlons in the 1980s led to a career as a physical therapist in the 1990s. Over the past 20 years I have had multiple opportunities to evaluate and treat people with a variety of athletic injuries. I find that athletes are highly motivated, interested in their overall fitness and don't mind working hard. How Inspiring is that! My passion for cycling and running has never faded. Recently, with the help of Fred and his team at The ReCycle Shop, I have replaced my 35 year old Pinarello. As a cyclist I have come to fully appreciate a well-fitted bike; as a physical therapist I know it can prevent injuries. I am honored that Fred has included me in the ReCycle Shop team. Good luck with your up coming season. Hope to see you on the road. Click Here for Jonathan's Website |
| KEN AUSTIN - SHOP RAT My day job entails monitoring Earthquake and Volcanic hazards, building and maintaining GPS monitoring networks, but often times you can find me here in the shop, tweaking this website, working on the general web presence, or doing design work for clothing and other items, and occasionally leading spin class. I thoroughly enjoy all aspects of cycling, racing Cyclocross, Mountain, and Road, just going on fun group rides, or commuting around town. I have been around shops and bikes for the last 22 years, and think that one of the best places to be is outside in the saddle. |