Brad brings 25+ years’ experience creating and running cycling and cultural trips around the globe. From Bolivia to Bhutan, the Himalayas to the Alps, New Zealand to the Rockies, Brad has a passion for helping guests uncover the hidden magic of destinations, their people, and their culture. In addition to guiding all over the world, Brad was the founding Head of Rapha Travel in 2012 & co-founder of inGamba in 2011.
When you get to know Brad, you understand cycling just isn’t part of his job, it’s a key aspect of his life. Raised in Washington State, Brad is typically on the move, spending much of the year in a small surfing village in Mexico with his wife, Dawn, and an undisclosed number of surfboards and bikes. Let him know if you’re passing through as he’s always up for a ride down the road or up the mountain.
IG: @bsauber
Nate is the ultimate utility man and officially joins the Raid team in 2024. Nate and Brad first worked together in 2007 when they both worked for Bicycle Adventures and led cycling tours throughout the Western US, Canada, Hawaii, and New Zealand. After five busy seasons and at least 50 trips under his belt, Nate made his way to Mill Valley, CA where Brad was also living full-time. In 2012 Nate and Brad combined forces again when Nate became inGamba's first hire. That led him to guiding in Europe and eventually the move into Operations Manager for inGamba. In 2016 he joined the team at Osmo Nutrition as Operations Manager for three years.
Nate is now based in the Finger Lakes of NY. When not riding the roads through the local gorges and scouring over maps, he can be found in his vegetable and berry garden, or working for his family’s online book publishing business.
Instagram @heyrippers
Scott is a Chartered Financial Analyst by training, but his loves are mountains. Whether climbing them by bike or descending them on skis, he is passionate about being in them and sharing them with others.
Scott has guided both road and mountain bike tours throughout the western United States and has ridden extensively in France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the UK and Japan. He counts the Pyrenees, Dolomites and Corsica as his favorites.
Scott has called the Vail Valley of Colorado home for the past twenty odd years and during the cold Colorado winters, he continues to spread the stoke as a Certified Ski Instructor.
I.G. @somecolscolorado
Keyth hails from the southern plains of Oklahoma, where big climbs may not exist but the desire to explore and enjoy the glory of suffering is ever present. That passion has driven him to not only explore the world afar but to inspire others to experience this glorious culture with him. Getting lost in a ride is the best therapy for being trapped by life. He’s eager to suffer alongside guests, encouraging them on their journey, and to get you started anew the next day. Whether it’s summiting a mountain in Corsica, ripping gravel in Oklahoma, or speeding down a technical descent in Southern California, Keyth loves being on his bike.
IG: @disciple411
Sean comes from the far north of Alaska to Oakland by way of Seattle through Los Angeles. His sister gave him the gift of bicycle courier culture & the fixed gear taught him the passion to ride in Seattle, however upon moving to LA to be closer to his sister, the mountains of the Los Angeles Crest (& road bikes) taught him how to really ride. After a short stint in Oakland, he’s back to LA racing as an elite road racer & track cyclist, with long distance road rides & events as his drive to go further & faster. He's taken his bicycle(s) all over the planet as a rider & racer, with a heavy emphasis on self supported bike touring (speed packing) by road bikes. His search for stoke & new roads to ride fuels his desire to be a rider who loves "the work". Even the hardest day on the bike is the best day on the bike for Sean.
Ben Lieberson, a founding member of the Rapha Continental series and originator of the phrase ‘outside is free’, has become a pillar of the LA cycling community. “I see it like a secret society,” he says. “You have this city that everyone has a perception of - that is known around the world - but really as a cyclist, it is one of those secret places where you need to know some of the locals to find the good roads.”
Ben was a senior ride leader with RAPHA Travel from the beginning and brings his passion for the road to RAID cycling.
IG: @Dolophonic
Hiro lives and rides near the bottom of Mt. Yatsugatake, the home of Rapha Japan and the Nobeyama Super Cross, drawing upwards of 1000 riders. Hiro heads up the Japanese marketing team of Rapha Japan. He enjoys not only the cool breeze in the summer but also the brutal blizzards in winter. Hiro has been mountain stream fishing with a Japanese approach called tenkara that uses a simple rod and line but no reel. He’s been at it for two years, but has yet to land a single fish!
IG: @hirohide_kubota
Tym hails from New York, but has called the West Coast home for the last nine years. Cycling is a central part of his life, having done a bit of everything from working as a bicycle courier to racing for a domestic elite team. Currently, he is studying Architectural Design. He loves to travel and has ventured all over the US, South America, Italy, and parts of Spain. Tym is excited to combine his passions of cycling and travel and share it with others.
IG: @stokedonspokes
Raised in Yokohama, Yoichi managed the Rapha Osaka Clubhouse for a number of years. When he was young, he dreamt of becoming a Formula One driver, and as a result has spent plenty of time on the track and in driving schools. In addition to driving, he also enjoys riding road bikes and cooking. Yoichi has an infectious smile and he also enjoys sharing his love of Japanese beer with his guests.
IG: @montag1031
Hailing from Yamanashi, Shinji owns a professional massage studio. An all-rounder on the bike, he’s a competitive rider, taking part in road racing, mountain biking and cyclocross. He is also a skilled fly fisherman, has been married for ten years and he and his wife have a black lab named Dun (pronounced Dong).
Instagram @shinji_iwanami
Hailing from Aichi, Jumbo is a full-time electrician. He rides mountain, downhill and road bikes most of the year. Jumbo also spends his time hiking and camping in the mountains throughout Japan. Being quite tall at 182cm, his nickname of Jumbo is quite appropriate.
IG: @jumbo182cm
Born in Fukuoka in 1974, Atsushi was drawn into the punk rock scene which led to him starting a band. This led him to later working as a DJ and guitarist. He then discovered the bicycle in 2000, and was fascinated by the world of photography with a compact camera. Now, he combines his love of the bike and photography into his new career. Atsushi always shoots from the bike and loves to capture the stunning landscape of Japan. @e_climber
As the other half of Brad Sauber, Dawn is an integral part of the RAID operations and marketing team. Shortly after purchasing her first road bike in 2013, Dawn set out on a multi-continent adventure that included road biking across the South Island of New Zealand, where she met her husband. Since then, Dawn has logged thousands of miles and elevation, spanning four continents (so far), including iconic climbs. Her favorites include Mount Ventoux and Mount Haleaukela.
With more than 45 passport stamps, Dawn is always ready for the next adventure. Dawn helps inspire new destinations, and is passionate about creating unique experiences that are as unique as the local regions to create lasting memories for RAID guests. When you ride with Dawn, she won’t be off the front, but you can bet she’ll be driving to the finish, drinking in the sights and culture, and making a few friends along the way.
Jon is the ultimate utility man. From helping to launch a successful sports nutrition company, cooking countless meals with Chef Biju Thomas at the Tour of California, to executing training camps for TdF and Olympic riders like Taylor Phinney, Christian Vande Velde, Tim Johnson and Jeremy Powers. Jon has also help run trips in Mallorca and Boulder, CO. He recently customized and built a sprinter van, which he used to explore Canada and the U.S. for 16 months with his wife, Pamela, and dog Penny. Jon has also become a licensed massage therapist to help aid athletes do what motivates them. His focus is on sports specific treatment while educating clients on how the muscles and body work. Jon is now back in Vermont, but he still owns the van and uses it for long weekends.
IG: @jon.robo