Gareth 'Gaz' Evans is a British Cycling certified coach and guide based in the steep valleys of Wales. With 15 years of riding experience, he specializes in teaching advanced handling skills and suspension setup. He helps riders conquer technical descents and rooty climbs with confidence.
Gareth Evans has spent his life navigating the slick mud, roots, and rocks typical of British mountain biking. As a qualified guide and skills instructor, he understands the biomechanics required to keep a bike stable when the trail gets rowdy, teaching concepts like 'heels down' and 'active weighting'. Beyond riding skills, Gareth is a suspension geek who explains the dark arts of compression damping, rebound, and volume spacers in plain English. He addresses the specific needs of UK riders, such as tuning shocks for wet roots rather than dry bike park jumps. His writing focuses on the interplay between man and machine, helping riders understand why their body position causes 80% of their crashes or why their fork feels harsh. He advocates for responsible trail use, sharing advice on navigating bridleways and coexisting with hikers. Gareth speaks to the weekend warrior who wants to ride faster and safer without losing the fun factor.