Russell became a part of MMC/FHB in 2017. He has worked in the bike industry for the past 20 years. His passion for cycling began in the early 80s, and his mountain bike racing experience took him to the expert level. He moved to Arizona in 2012, where he found his passion for gravel racing. Russell enjoys exploring AZ gravel on his Crux and the smell of Wend Wax in the mornings.