Dave (he/him) grew up in Michigan (including time in the lovely Upper Peninsula), and then bounced between west, east, and gulf coasts before landing back here amongst these great lakes. He discovered bikepacking (and OOFD!) in 2023 on a gravel bike he built up as a winter project and was immediately smitten with this new way to adventure and camp outside. Dave lives in Bucktown, and when not riding, find him running, checking out live music at any of Chicago's fine small venues, hiking/backpacking national parks, cooking, and embracing Type 2 fun.