Todd L. Hood
Position: Owner/ Racer, Park Rider
Hometown: Andover, Connecticut
How when did you get started in the bike world:
1984 Racing BMX in New England began my love for Bikes. As far back as I remember Bicycles have been a big part of my life. Delivered the local newspaper to everyone in my neighborhood.
Favorite Bike:
2021 Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper EVO with all the SRAM and Rockshox
Current Bikes:
- 2020 Specialized Enduro S-Works S4
- 2021 Intesne Primer 29
- 2021 Specialized Demo 8 Race S4
- Surly Cross Check, Supercross DS
- Specialized 16” Fuse BMX, 2003 Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide, 2008 HD FLHX Sport Glide, 2021 KTM 350 EXGF, 2021 Honda Monkey
What’s your favorite part of Biking?
Going big, love competing, Bike park shredding, staying fit, the life.
Favorite place to ride:
Trestle Bike Park and locally I love hitting Cheyenne Canon and Red Rock Canon Open Space.
Why Colorado/Colorado Springs?
I Retired from the US Army and never considered leaving the area, I love Colorado Springs and our Front Range!
Anything else you want to add:
I am a 20-year Combat Veteran, a retired Infantry 1SG, Airborne Ranger, Owner of Bicycle Experience and most importantly happily married to Shelly for 26 years. My four-legged pack is Carl the shop cat, Shay the French Bulldog, Kitty our fat cat, Diozzo the Maine Coon Cat.
Brandon "Brando" D'Aurelio
Position: Service Manager, Suspension, Mountain Bike Team Manager, Racer, Park Rider
Hometown: Dallas Texas
How when did you get started in the bike world:
Started part time in High School. Grew up on 2 wheels and have always loved bikes. Easy decision to stay in Bike shops
Favorite Bike:
Intense Primer or Reeb Sqweeb
Current Bikes:
- 2021 Specialized Enduro
- 2020 Primer S
- Reeb Sqweeb
What’s your favorite part of Biking?
Sending it and hanging with friends
Favorite place to ride:
AF Bike Park or Trestle Angel Fire
Kelzie Selch
Position: Sales, Service, Suspension, Social Media
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
How when did you get started in the bike world:
I began in the bike world as a mountain Bike Guide down Pikes Peak. The Shop Manager loved my personality and handed me a job. I immediately loved the experience and dove head first into the sport. After guiding Pikes Peak, I worked in a production position at a Fat Bike manufacturing company. I started working at Bicycle Experience in 2019 and have learned a ton along the way!
Favorite Bike:
2019 Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Carbon Mixtape Edition, and my rocket ship, the 2021 Epic Evo. Both bikes are awesome!
What’s your favorite part of Biking?
I love being able to service my own bike. Riding with friends and flying off of jumps and drops is super fun too!
Why Colorado/Colorado Springs:
I finally live in a place where I can ride the trails from my house and immediately play in the mountains and I wouldn’t thrive any other way.
Carl "The Shop Cat"
Position: Marketing & Sales Director
Hometown: Colorado Springs
I’ve been lead Marketing and Sales for over a year. I live, eat, and sleep Bicycle Experience. For Christmas in 2018, I did a raffle that raised $1,800 for my homies at the Humane Society. I have a sticker line you can buy from us to show your support for the cause. I am always available for all the pets.
Also, I have a limited edition Water Bottle at the shop that you can add to your biking accessories. Big thanks to Kelzie for the artwork on the project.
Favorite Hashtags:
#senditforcarl #gingercat #bicycleexperience
Favorite Toys:
Shift cables and shift housing.
Favorite Cartoon:
Tom and Jerry
Favorite Food:
Sardine juice.