Renowned Adventure Cyclist & Fueling Guru for Hammer Nutrition Canada
Name: Ryan Correy
Age: 28
Home: Burlington, Ontario
Riding Focus: Elite road & MTB racing, planning my own solo adventures
Education: Bachelor of Applied Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership (Mount Royal University)
Quote to live by: “Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake in the day to find that all was vanity; but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dream with open eyes, and make it possible.” – T.E. Lawrence
Favorite things (other than riding): Coldplay, Sushi, movie blogs, public speaking, documentary filmmaking, writing
In my own words…
Ever since my father introduced me to the freedom of the open road at age 13, it has been my dream to turn my passion on two wheels into my purpose in life.
In 2008, I became the youngest Canadian to ever finish the Race Across America – considered the toughest sporting event in the world by Outside magazine. Previously, I cycled 25,000 km from Alaska to Argentina in pursuit of a new world record, and rode 14,000 km around North America for charity. The list goes on.
The further I ride, the more I learn about the world. The greater the challenge, the more I learn about myself. And the more that I interact with those around me, the more clearly I see my purpose evolving.
Right now I am writing a book about my cycling adventures, titled A Purpose Ridden. This winter I will also be prepping for my next big adventure, the Tour Divide mountain bike race, taking off from Banff in the summer of 2012.
Whether or not I am a successful in achieving my goals, I can only hope that one day my actions will inspire others as my role models have inspired me.
