The Legs: A Legendary Truck
Ryan’s 2001 Toyota Tundra, known as Bentley, is a piece of mountain biking history. Before Ryan purchased it from a friend, the truck had been used by legendary riders Ryan “R-Dog” Howard and Carson Storch. Bentley is perfect for hauling water, tools, and bikes to epic spots where Ryan and his friends dig and ride (digging involves reshaping biking trails for a ride). Equipped with BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires, the truck has the all-terrain performance and stamina needed for wild adventures.
"To get to where we want to ride, we go on a dirt road, and it's the worst road you've ever driven. The whole thing is all potholes. With the KO2's, driving off-road feels great, and when I get back on the road, it feels just as good." – Ryan McNulty
The Spirit: Fest Events and Filming
Instead of traditional competition, Ryan channels his energy into what ignites his spirit most: capturing epic rides on video and sharing his gift at Freeride Fest events, which are all about showcasing talent and pushing limits. It was at one of these events — Black Sage in Pineville, Oregon — that Ryan’s raw talent for freeriding first caught the attention of the professional community.
"There are a couple of events I do that are competitive, but for us, it's more about jam sessions: we build courses, invite people, and get a bunch of content out of it. It gives people an opportunity to push themselves."