Dave Wonderly
Name:
Dave Wonderly
Year you joined Team GT:
1988
Favourite GT year & model:
1990 Zaskar
Favourite Rider:
Hans
Favourite year team kit:
1991
Have you ever pulled a prank on someone or had one pulled on you while riding at GT?
Yes
Can you tell us about your experience racing or riding mountain bikes for GT Bicycles in the 90’s?
It was a long time ago… Raced the NORBA series for a few years , ’88 ’89 ’90’ 91. Super fun with a bunch of cool people.
What was your favourite event or race that you competed in during that time period and why?
Mammoth mountain, it was the pinnacle of racing at the time. The 1990 Worlds were awesome as well.
Can you share a memorable moment or story from your time racing or riding for GT Bicycles?
The after party of the 1990 World Championships. Crazy thing happened, some better left untold.
How did you first get involved with GT Bicycles, and what made you choose to race or ride for the brand?
Hans
What was the mountain bike racing or riding scene like in the 90’s compared to today?
In the early days there were a lot fewer people involved so the talent pool wasn’t all that deep. Made it a lot easier to stand out. Generally it was more casual.
Can you describe the technology and equipment used for mountain biking during the 90’s, and how it has changed over time?
We went from rigid frames to front suspension,. during my era. We race all disciplines on the same bike. Now we have different bikes for every type of riding/racing.
How did you see the sport of mountain biking evolving during the 90’s, and how did GT Bicycles play a role in that evolution?
The ’90 were just the beginning of massive change. one thing that remains the same is the joy we all get from riding bikes.
Can you tell us about some of the biggest achievements or milestones in your racing or riding career while with GT Bicycles?
Working with Gary Turner closely in the design and testing of the famous Zaskar model.