RYAN POPPLE MOVES TO PITTSBURGH What can I say about Ryan Popple? He shreds a dance floor and rides like a dream. Popple originally hails from Iron Station, North Carolina, a small town outside of Charlotte. While living in North Carolina Ryan was a one man trail scene and a part of the Puke Party gang. He had a unique set of trails built in the back yard behind his house that he constructed mostly by himself. On weekends Pop Pop and the rest of the crew would get down like only they knew how in Charlotte. If you never saw their blog, Puke Party, let’s just say it’s not safe for work. He recently made the move to Pittsburgh, PA and now calls the ‘Friendship’ neighborhood home. Living with his rad chick; Katie, and sweet dog (Mason), I think he has things pretty well figured out. Ryan lives simply and exactly the way he wants. He wakes up before the crack of dawn every day to work a 5 AM to 1 PM shift at a notable health food store so that he has all afternoon to dig and ride at the Hazlewood trails. That’s how dedicated he is. Very few days go by without at least a little bit of clay getting moved by this guy. His style and finesse on the bike is only rivaled by his moves on the dance floor. I couldn’t tell you which past time he is better at as but both skills are to be admired. On top of all that, Ryan is a good friend and definitely one you can count on. Words: Mark Potoczny Photo: Brian Yeagle
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