Dylan Sherrard Signs With Specialized Canada

Specialized Canada is pleased to announce the signing of Kamloops’ Dylan Sherrard, an all-around great guy, who rips on a bike, and loves to share his passion for riding with those around him.

“I’m so happy about this, it’s hard to know where to start. To have Specialized recognize my efforts in mountain biking is flattering to say the least. And to have their full support in moving forward with everything I do? That is a dream come true,” Sherrard said of the relationship.

After breaking his collarbone riding nine years ago, and losing his job at Tim Horton’s as a result, Cheryl Beattie from the Bicycle Cafe Kamloops took a chance and hired 16-year-old Sherrard. Since then, Sherrard’s work ethic, positivity and creativity have proved him to be a valued member of team.

“We have seen him as a young man dedicated to guitar hero turn into a person with a ton of passion and dedication to biking and the whole industry,” said Beattie. “The Bike Cafe has always told him to follow his heart, keep on riding and never let anything get you down and we’re glad it’s lead him to a place he’s happy to be.”

Specialized’s Interior BC rep, John Vanderburg, sees a lot of great riders on a regular basis, but Sherrard stood out from the rest.

“I have known Dylan for about 5 years. I’ve seen him develop his riding skills and become a world class rider, but more than that is his love of helping others discover how great mountain biking can be,” said Vanderburg.

Taking the time to listen to the kids he coaches, the next generation of riders, is one of his biggest strengths. Before, during, and after coaching sessions, he makes time to answer all of the kids’ questions and makes sure everyone feels like they have the skills to be an elite rider in the sport.

When he’s not inspiring kids, he’s shredding with the great riders that Kamloops seems to breed.

“Dylan and I ride the same trails. I really like riding with him because he’s got really creative lines so I’m always learning new ways to ride a familiar trail,” said Matt Hunter.

The fast trails with lots of air, and constantly changing conditions keep it interesting, and will be the perfect playground for the Demo, Enduro and P.3.

“I’m looking forward to a bright future of two wheeled radness with Specialized Bicycles,” said Sherrard.

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After being a grass roots rider for Kona for ages Dylan finally gets a full ride. Congratulations Shredhard!