About Us
Saddle Time Retreats
We pride ourselves on providing enjoyable guided tours along with all inclusive luxury accommodations from our experienced professional guides. Our trips were thoughtfully designed so that guest will experience moderate to difficult ride variations. We take care of everything so all you have to do is show up ready to ride and our team will do the rest. We can't wait for you to join us. Who are we? Good question, please meet the team below.
MEET THE TEAM
David Walker, Founder
Michelle Walker, Co-Founder aka THE QUEEN
Michelle Walker, Co-Founder aka THE QUEEN
David is an avid cyclist averaging ±250 miles a week. He brings vast experience from his work in the four star hospitality industry and has spent significant time designing our accommodations to a high level of luxury standard. David is a local resident and enjoys...well...yes...CYCLING.
Michelle Walker, Co-Founder aka THE QUEEN
Michelle Walker, Co-Founder aka THE QUEEN
Michelle Walker, Co-Founder aka THE QUEEN
Michelle is an accomplished triathlete. She prides herself on providing excellent customer service. As co-founder of Saddle Time Retreats, Michelle will ensure that all guests are taken care of and have an enjoyable experience. Michelle & David also enjoy spending time with their family.
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
Naomi is an accomplished Triathlete including several Olympic Tri’s, two half Ironman competitions and is currently training for a full Ironman in 2021. We can't wait to see what else Naomi plans to accomplish in the future. She also makes sure the trip is enjoyable for all guests.
DJ, Mountain Bike Guide aka LEGS
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
DJ is an avid cyclist and has over 14 years experience including many Centuries. DJ simply loves to be on a bike! Whether its road, MTB or BMX he is simply crazy for the sport. His enthusiasm and excitement for all things cycling landed him a spot on our team.
Liz, Cycling Guide aka Kona Queen
Naomi, Cycling Guide aka Sandbags Malone
Liz, Cycling Guide aka Kona Queen
Liz is known as a humble beast! Her accomplishments are to vast to list including but not limited to: 1st place age group - 2018 Ironman Wisconsin, 3rd place age group - 2019 Ironman Kona, 2nd place - 2018 Ironman Santa Rosa, 1st place 2019 IM’s - her time was in the top ten in race history and 1st place in the 2017 Ironman Santa Cruz.
Lynn, Staff PA & Cycling Guide aka Mama Dragon
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Lynn is an avid cyclist, runner and triathlete competing in many Olympic Tri’s and in 2018 competed in a half Ironman. We would be lost without Lynn on the team!
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Nate fell in love with mountain biking and the single track it took him on in 1999. His love for the sport has only grown through the years. While one of his favorite things to do is travel and explore new areas on his bike, he is always happy to call Redding home because of the year round abundance of amazing riding.
Camille Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide
Nate Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide aka The Director
Camille Knudsen, Mountain Biking Guide
Small in stature but huge in talent, Camille loves challenging herself while on her Mt. Bike. Don't let that intimidate you though, her passion for the sport and her desire to share that experience with others makes her the perfect riding partner for anyone of any skill level.
Brandy, Team Mascot
Meet our main dog! Brandy is always around for emotional support & good fun.