I grew up in Western Maryland, where the bucolic farmland met the Appalachian Mountains. My earliest memories of riding involve the gnashing teeth of the Jack Russel Terrier that lived down the street, as soon as a dropped the training wheels I was teasing that dog, tempting it to chase me down as I improved upon my sprinting pace, glowing in my new found freedom. Growing up I rode BMX, building dirt jumps in the woods around town and hunting down stair sets and loading docks to huck myself off of with my little crew of hooligans. In high school, I was introduced to the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and my world was cracked open, again, when I was introduced to the lifestyle and vocation of outdoor education. I’ve been building a life and career around exploring the wild places; leading trail crews in the Southwest, guiding tours throughout the Salish Sea in Washington by sea kayak, and sharing wanders into the slot canyons of the Blue Mountains in Australia. I love sharing these experiences with people, the amount of reflection and inspiration I get from time spent in nature has helped give my life focus and meaning. Now I live in Missoula, Montana and spend the summers in the San Juan Islands of Washington guiding.
Jury Rubeling-Kain
Trip Leader & Guide
Trip Leader & Guide
Jury Rubeling-Kain
What is the best thing about working at The Cycling House?
For me, the people I get to work with and guide with make The Cycling House the best place to work. There is a great sense of camaraderie and support amongst the TCH staff, our care for one another shines through everyday and it makes the job that much sweeter. Every trip I’m left inspired by the skill and dedication that my colleagues bring to their work and it encourages me to get better and better all the time, on and off the bike.
Do you have a favorite ride?
Every location we visit on TCH tours is incredible. If I were to choose a few that rise to the top, the first would be the singletrack on Rice Ridge (Montana Luxury Gravel) brings a smile to my face, from ear to ear. Sa Calobra, in Mallorca, is another that comes to mind. The road itself is a marvel and something to appreciate and soak in but the climb brings a sense of real accomplishment every time. Another great ride has to be the gravel ride in Patagonia, Arizona. It’s a long day but it truly has everything; big expanses, canyons and fun sand pits to challenge your balance.
What is the most memorable day you've ever had on the bike?
The bike has always been a symbol of freedom… its helped instigate a lot of adventure in my life. One of my favorite and pivotal days on the bike has to be when I convinced my childhood homies to bike to school. Our middle school was in a neighboring town, about 12 miles away. All we had were fix geared, street bikes on 20” wheel sets but we took the meandering route through the mountains and forests. With the first bell ringing at 7:30am we had to meet up way earlier than usual, well before the sun. The novelty of the adventure, the independence and camaraderie we experienced has always stuck with me.