Chad is driven by his genuine passion for cycling in all forms. His bond began in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains as a teenager and took him on a journey racing and riding all over North America.

With tenures at Enve Composites and Scott Sports, Chad has not just pursued a career but wholeheartedly embraced a way of life. Bikes are Chad’s companions on adventures and the catalysts for friendships. His story celebrates a blend of genuine love for the sport and purpose. Chad brings his passion to the Gulo team to elevate the rider’s cycling experience and share products from a company that he truly believes can boost the joy of any bike ride.

Growing up mountain biking and cross-country skiing in Michigan, Lars’ career in cycling began when he joined the triathlon team and started working at a local bike shop while studying mechanical engineering at the University of Michigan. With a focus on sports-based product development and sensor-based testing, Lars has expertise in lab and field testing, composite manufacturing development, biomechanical analysis, and prototyping. Now, with his racing career focused on professional-level mountain bike and gravel events, Lars brought his expertise to Gulo Composites in 2022 to continue the development of carbon-spoked bicycle wheels.