Braydon Bringhurst (@braydonbringhurst) puts the “down” in “up” … or maybe it’s the “up” in “down”. The Boise-based rider’s explosive style defies directions and disciplines, and he’s as smooth boosting off natural rock features as he is hopping up them. The father of three is also incredibly kind and humble, a perfect combo for coaching local kids, hosting events like the Boise Mountain Bike Festival and running his Hard MTB League.

Making it look so easy, however, takes a lot of hard work. Braydon’s dedication is superhuman (his background includes national victories in BMX racing, a national championship for freeskiing, an All-American status in collegiate pole vault and an MBA degree), and he puts in countless hours of mental and physical training long before he ever rides a line.