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LLOYD GRAVES, SINCE 1995 Founder, Production Manager AKA: “O.G.” and “BIKE JESUS” when he worked at Fat City Cycles. He rides and races a singlespeed 29’er, among other bikes. When not riding or working he can (or can’t) be found mountain climbing and hiking. He prefers the singlespeed because of its simplicity and the intimate connection that it evokes while riding. He likes the 29’er format because it rolls fast and over many obstacles with ease. |
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JAMIE MEDIEROS, SINCE 1998 Frame building, Research and Development AKA: “THE ORACLE” or “THE BROWN BIRD” to the folks at IF. Jamie is a former messenger who dabbles in astronomy and robotics. Jamie is in pursuit of the ultimate commuting bicycle. He has made many versions of what has he dubs “The Super Commuter.” His bikes have all of the bells and whistles and are ready for anything. |
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TYLER EVANS, SINCE 1999 Special Ops Tyler is the Brand Manager, Creative Director, and Head of the Welding Department. Tyler has a sculptural background as well as many years behind the welding torch building frames for Merlin Metalworks as well as a small stint at Rhygin. He primarily rides singlespeeds, a fixed gear on the road, and a fully rigid off-road. To Tyler, singlespeeds represent the essence of cycling. |
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SHAWN “E.F.M.” ESTES, SINCE 2001 Frame Builder Shawn has worked in many departments and acquired a vast array of frame building skills. He is the company “swingman” and is always there to add valuable manpower where it is needed. His favorite bike is his IF BMX bike. “You’ve got to love a bike that can make you feel like a 200-pound 12-year-old.” |
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JOE INGRAM, SINCE 2002 Design, Sales and Finance Joe is known throughout the factory for his calm attitude and mild mannerisms. He has many bicycles, but his favorite is his Rigid Singlespeed Deluxe. It is on this bike that he had some of the best rides of his life. |
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FINNBARR HARRIGAN-ANDERSON, SINCE 2005 Head of Finishing, In-House Photographer AKA: “FINN” Finn does the brazing and finishing of the frames. Finn is a graduate of Art Institute of Boston’s Photography program and had a career as a local wrench before becoming part of the IF workforce. His favorite bike is his rigid singlespeed 29’er because of its precision and simplicity. In his words, “It just feels good.” |
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LEAH PAPPAS-BARNES, SINCE 2006 Quality Control and Shipping, Awesome Getter AKA: “LEER-JET” to some. Coming from the fashion and holistic health industries, Leah spent many years peddling wares to political dignitaries, celebrities and Cantabrigians. Her favorite bike is her Titanium Planet Cross because she can now corner with her eyes closed. She will probably put a chainguard on her cross bike, so she can ride in a dress. |
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CLINT LUNSFORD, SINCE 2006 Head of the Paint Department Clint is a transplant from Arkansas. He is an avid cyclocross racer. His favorite bicycle is his Steel Planet Cross because it makes him feel like a winner. |
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JIM WILDING, SINCE 2006 Welder Jim is a former rock star and infamous Boston bartender. He learned to weld at an early age and was lured back to the torch through his love for bicycles. Jim’s favorite bike is his Crown Jewel singlespeed, which subsequently, is his only bike. |
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GARY SMITH, SINCE 2008 Guidance Counselor AKA: “GARE-BEAR” to Leah anyway. Gary checked out of the corporate world to follow his passion for cycling and to become involved in the culture surrounding it. Gary’s favorite bike is his fast, stiff and light XS. |
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KEVIN WOLFSON, SINCE 2008 Design and Sales AKA: “SPARKY” Sparky graduated with a degree in Neuroscience from Dartmouth College and has been racing since an early age. Sparky’s favorite bike is his SSR Team race bike. There’s something to be said about a bike that is shiny and fast. |
