Crew

Raised in the oilfields and basketball courts of Southern Illinois, I migrated to Nashville, Tennessee to attend college. Graduating second (from the bottom) in my class, I was a well known regular at Rotiers, Printers Alley, The Exit-In, and various early 1970’s Nashville scenes.

Perhaps, my questionable academic performance was due, in part, to the purchase of my first motorcycle – a Penton 125. That, and the fact that it WAS the 70’s, had a way of setting certain priorities for me. I married, settled into an acceptable lifestyle. In the early 1980s I moved to Asheville, North Carolina becoming a semi-respected member of the academic and administrative community of Warren Wilson College.

My younger adrenaline fueled adventures included motocross, downhill skiing, skydiving, SCUBA diving, rock climbing, and white-water rafting. Eventually, as happens with most adults, I settled into mid-life responsibility and became a marketing and communications guru of sorts, I established the consulting firm of Glass & Gold, Inc.

These days I'm a motorcycle gypsy whose home is wherever my 2006 GS1200 is. My bike and I hang out at RawHyde full-time where I’ll engage you on the phone, via emails, on the training courses, and sometimes on a tour. I enjoy helping folks take the steps needed to improve… in riding or in life. Almost always positive, an authentic encourager, you’ll find me working with folks needing a helping hand.

I was born and raised in southern California where I grew up riding dirt bikes. My teenage summers were spent as a ranch hand and wrangler in Montana. For 41 years I worked as a general contractor. I have enjoyed many trips to the desert, passing along my love of riding to my children and grandchildren.

I love riding my GS across the country, completing trips from southern California to the east coast, Alaska, and Canada. I have also ridden to Montana many times, a place I consider my second home. I enjoy spending time with my family; snow skiing with my wife, hunting with my kids, off-roading with my grandkids, and of course riding motorcycles with all of them. My coaching with RawHyde has put my passion for motorcycles, appreciation of America’s geography, and helping others all into one adventure.

I have lived and moved around many countries and States in America. This allowed me to learn about different cultures and all kinds of people. I am now a proud full-time Texan. I have a passion for leadership, coaching, high-performance cultures, and self-improvement. I use these skills at my full-time job at a public company in the death care industry.

I started riding street motorcycles when I was 16 years old and spent the following 22 years racing and competing in motorcycles and cars. After a little break (I did other competitive sports, including three-gun shooting, rock climbing, and RC Helicopter), nothing came close to motorcycling, so I went back to riding. In 2018 I was introduced to the world of “Adventure Riding” at this point, I had never ridden on dirt before, so I asked who had the best off-road training, and indeed, every time, everyone said: "RawHyde." I completed the "Intro to Adventure" course in Colorado and got hooked immediately to my new way of life. I continued my off-road learning journey with "Next Step," "Expedition CV" (Twice) and participated of a couple of RawHyde tours as a customer including "The Continental Divide" and "Utah BDR."

RawHyde and off-road riding have truly transformed my life. When I got the opportunity to become a RawHyde Coach (Thank You, Jim, Bill, and Trev), I knew I had a responsibility to give back so that others could experience the same. Since then, I have witnessed dozens of students come to RawHyde with a dream and a passion for experiencing freedom on the backcountry roads on a motorcycle; when they leave training with a sense of accomplishment, a certificate, and a BIG smile on their face, it gives me such a fulfilling emotion that is difficult to describe, I can only say that I want more of it. I love coaching and helping fellow riders develop their off-road riding skills in a big and heavy BMW motorcycle, but what I love most is helping them conquer their fears, take control of their emotions and mental attitude, and become the best and safest off-road rider they can.

I look forward to seeing you at RawHyde at any training classes or tours; you will have an incredible time!

My Name is Ingmar Anner Known as “IGGY”.

I was originally born in El Salvador CA ,with a Salvadorian mother and a descendance German/Swiss father. I also served the Salvadorian military forces when I was a young buck. I Immigrated to United States in 1989 and now live in San Pedro Ca, for the past 30 years.

I was 8 years old the first time my dad let me ride his Yamaha Rd 125,I was hooked! I have had the pleasure to ride and own different types of motorcycles. I currently ride a 2021 GSA 1250 and am extremely impressed and happy with it. I’ve been working in the Marine Industry for the past 30 years in many USA ports. I am currently self employed and President Of Iggy Ship and IGG industrial and Marine Services.

I first set foot at RawHyde in 2016, and have become a coach after learning all the skills necessary for such a task. I really enjoy working at RawHyde because you get a chance to meet people from different parts of the country and the world with different back grounds.

I fell in love with and began riding motorcycles over 25 years ago. I have a law enforcement background, and one of the highlights of my career was riding a police motorcycle alongside the officers assigned to traffic enforcement. Completing motor school was a rewarding, yet humbling experience that further ignited my passion to develop my riding skills. Thanks to an understanding wife, and a co-worker and friend with similar interests, I was blessed with the opportunity to do just that, but on a big adventure bike, off-road.

The best thing about this sport is the joy of sharing it and its challenges with others. I get great satisfaction not just in instructing, but in helping to add more members to the adventure riding family. That is what the RawHyde experience is truly about. See you on the trail!

I was born and raised in Southern California, the son of a Los Angeles Police Department motor officer and Registered Nurse. I became involved with motorcycling literally at birth, riding many varieties of dirt bikes from the age of 5, and street bikes from the age of 18. I have been coaching at RawHyde since 2019.

After high school I joined the Air Force and had the distinct pleasure of serving 33 years in a variety of leadership, staff and command opportunities, retiring in October 2020. Since then, I have transitioned to my current role as the Director of Business Development for Air and Space Force Aviation with FLIR Systems, where I facilitate detection and sensor capabilities for the US military and our allies. As a motorcyclist, the Air Force afforded me the opportunity to live and ride all over the world, my favorite being Western Europe and the Alps, but my heart is forever linked to the majesty of riding the deserts of the southwest. I retired to Prescott, Arizona where I live with my wife, two sons, two dogs and various other critters, which affords great local riding, and access to both RawHyde locations.

Motorcycling is my passion and has been for many years, but sharing my passion with like-minded people is my favorite aspect of the sport. I currently ride a BMW 1250 GSA, Triumph Thruxton, a variety of KTMs, and two Hondas. The sensations of riding and its experiences are visceral, and I truly love seeing what the next turn or trail brings. Being a RawHyde coach is a phenomenal opportunity, particularly getting to witness and contribute to the growth and confidence improvement of our clients; I am truly inspired, and gain great satisfaction watching riders reach and exceed their goals. Additionally, being a part of the RawHyde team means I get to help break down barriers and remove preconceived notions about rider training and what it entails. We all have something to learn, and what better place to experience it than with fellow enthusiasts? I look forward to seeing you at camp, on one of our excursions, or somewhere on the back roads. Let’s ride!

My name is Kerry Schilf and I am one of RawHyde's Lead Instructors. I currently reside in Southern Colorado and retired from a 30+ year law enforcement career in 2017. I have been an avid rider since I was 20 years old and entered the Adventure riding world in 2013.

During my law enforcement career, I had the opportunity to work many different assignments but nothing was more rewarding than being a member of the Motorcycle squad. I joined the motorcycle squad in 1999 and became the Motorcycle Training Officer in 2006. Coaching precision riding techniques has been my passion and I enjoy seeing people improve their skill level!

I look forward to riding with you and sharing the RawHyde experience!

I was born in Chicago but have spent most of my life in Colorado. I currently live in Conifer, Colorado with my wife Stephanie. We own a Custom Home Building firm that has offices in both Golden and Basalt. Living and working here in Colorado provides me an excellent opportunity to ride and camp in some amazing places. I have been riding a GS since 2002 and have enjoyed many adventures over the years both here in US and Mexico.

I met Jim Hyde and the RawHyde Team the first year he set up the Colorado facility. It is a privilege to work with the Team at RawHyde and to be part of the comradery that comes from the relationships forged with our guests.

My name is Trev Richter. I am from Ft. Collins, CO and have lived there since 1982. I own Colorado ADV Moto and have been a carpenter for most of my life.

I have been on 2 wheels for most of my life, from BMX as a kid, and motorcycles from my teenage years until now. I have always wanted to combine my passions of camping, travel, and motorcycles, Adventure Riding has done that! It's amazing how many people approach you when on a bike. In my opinion, it's the only way to travel!

I have been a coach and tour guide for RawHyde since 2014. I have met a lot of great people, made some very close friends, and have LOVED every second! It is an honor to be able to help someone improve a skill or get past a fear. See you on the trail...

My name is John "Jack" Miller, a Colorado native. Growing up on the ski hills and continued work within the ski industry brought me to the world of adventure riding late in life. A couple years ago I stumbled upon a RawHyde video of a rider doing the teeter-totter exercise at the California training facility. After seeing the incredible capability of the BMW GS, I bought one the next day and a week later was at the Colorado facility taking the "Intro to Adventure" class.

While not having years of riding experience, like the other extraordinary RawHyde coaches, my background as an US Olympic ski racer, being coached by the best trainers in the world and coaching other world class athletes allows me to bring a lifetime of performance-based instruction to Jim's coaching staff and you. Speed, vision, balance, the principals of biomechanics, controlling & using the forces of physics and the building of a mechanical foundation, it's amazing how offroad adventure riding and alpine skiing are so similar. Simply put, I love it and can't wait to share my knowledge and learn more from you in a RawHyde training class or on an epic tour!