Local Legends - Episode 16 with Jim Bradford (Skills & Jump Coach)

Jim operators Del Sur Dirt - a local San Diego coach that works with kids to adults on dirt skills.  As a BICP coach, he works one-on-one and in small groups on mountain skills ranging from cornering to gap jumping.  Jim comes from a unique and diverse background - with a career as a river guide to running a construction company.  He moved to San Diego in 2006 and resides near Rancho Bernardo; and in 2019, got a mountain bike after a 25 year bike hiatus.  

Jim's focus these days is helping young kids to 'send' gap jumps.  His approach is individualized and calculated focusing on skills and progression to create a 'paintbrush' of expression on the bike.  

When curating this conversation, Jim and I went out for a bike ride beforehand to see the 'lay of the land' and the canvas of his training.  We shared a lot of similar ethos to riding and coaching.  Riding and talking with Jim came easy and brought joy.  It was great to get to know Jim and his coaching and coaching style.  He is bringing a lot to the community and helping so many riders love the ride.  Jim is a true Local Legend.

Enjoy this conversation with Jim :)