This story started in 2005, when Heidi and Zander met at the University of Montana, Missoula. Each born with a passion for the outdoors, their immediate community in Montana became that which spent far more time outside than any where else. Driven by a feeling and sense of adventure, Heidi and Zander pursued the sport of mountain biking for its ability to swiftly transport you into the backcountry. What started as a means to escape town and ride with friends, has become a lifelong journey in pursuit of a career as coaches, guides and chefs.
Following their college years, Heidi choose Moab, UT as the venue for establishing herself as a leader in the mountain bike guiding business as well as the respected professional female mountain bike race scene. Zander, on the other hand, has viewed life in a way seldom seen. Discovering his passion for agriculture and natural resources at UofM, Zander chased down a professional career with the State of Alaska's, Department of Natural Resources. Two very different directions for two strong willed and dedicated young souls. It took four years for these two kindred spirits to reunite; in Crested Butte, Colorado of all beautiful places. A week spent riding with clients and sharing in the wonders of incredible food, great conversation and new friends; Heidi and Zander left knowing they would see each other again soon. Fast forward another year or so, Heidi and Zander find themselves working together and collaborating on endurance cycling and triathlon camps in Arizona, Montana, Mallorca, Spain, California and the Rocky Mountain West. It is from these years of experience and desire to expand the boundaries of a typical cycling camp environment that provided Heidi and Zander with the extensive knowledge to launch The Cyclist's Menu.
Based in Tucson, Arizona, The Cyclist's Menu seeks to connect people to the food and land in beautiful place. The provide an adventure on the bike and in the kitchen, unmatched in this industry. Whether on their gravel bike, a trail run or swimming in an alpine lake, Heidi and Zander celebrate the beauty of a healthy and active lifestyle with their clients. Always in search of the next best mountain pass, hidden trail, farmers market, craft brewery or late night bon fire; the kind of passion these two exude is infectious and will change your perspective on cycling, seasonal foods and community. Heidi and Zander invite you to be a member of their family. To sit down at their table and enjoy the company of peers, following the ride of a lifetime.
Following their college years, Heidi choose Moab, UT as the venue for establishing herself as a leader in the mountain bike guiding business as well as the respected professional female mountain bike race scene. Zander, on the other hand, has viewed life in a way seldom seen. Discovering his passion for agriculture and natural resources at UofM, Zander chased down a professional career with the State of Alaska's, Department of Natural Resources. Two very different directions for two strong willed and dedicated young souls. It took four years for these two kindred spirits to reunite; in Crested Butte, Colorado of all beautiful places. A week spent riding with clients and sharing in the wonders of incredible food, great conversation and new friends; Heidi and Zander left knowing they would see each other again soon. Fast forward another year or so, Heidi and Zander find themselves working together and collaborating on endurance cycling and triathlon camps in Arizona, Montana, Mallorca, Spain, California and the Rocky Mountain West. It is from these years of experience and desire to expand the boundaries of a typical cycling camp environment that provided Heidi and Zander with the extensive knowledge to launch The Cyclist's Menu.
Based in Tucson, Arizona, The Cyclist's Menu seeks to connect people to the food and land in beautiful place. The provide an adventure on the bike and in the kitchen, unmatched in this industry. Whether on their gravel bike, a trail run or swimming in an alpine lake, Heidi and Zander celebrate the beauty of a healthy and active lifestyle with their clients. Always in search of the next best mountain pass, hidden trail, farmers market, craft brewery or late night bon fire; the kind of passion these two exude is infectious and will change your perspective on cycling, seasonal foods and community. Heidi and Zander invite you to be a member of their family. To sit down at their table and enjoy the company of peers, following the ride of a lifetime.