Ryan Trebon

Ryan Trebon
Ryan Trebon racing for Kona at the 2009 Sea Otter Classic
Personal information
Full nameRyan Trebon
Born (1981-03-05) March 5, 1981 (age 45)
 United States
Height1.98 m (6 ft 6 in)
Weight79 kg (174 lb)
Cycling career
SportCycling
Current teamCannondale / CyclocrossWorld
DisciplinesCyclo-cross, mountain bike racing
RoleRider
Professional team
2004-Kona/Les Gets; LTS/Felt : Cannondale Cyclocrossowrld
Major wins
1 - 1st, USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships, 08

1 - 1st, USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships, 06
1 - 1st, USA Cycling National Cross-Country
Mountain Bike Championships, 06
2 - 1st, Overall, U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclocross series 04, 06

2 x USA MTB national champion 2006 and 2007

Ryan Trebon (born March 5, 1981) is a retired American bicycle racer, born in Loma Linda, California. He specialized in cyclo-cross and mountain bike racing.

Trebon captured the U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclocross series championship four different times. Trebon made a name for himself with his powerful riding style, aggressive racing tactics, and remarkable endurance. Standing at 6’5” (196 cm), he was one of the tallest elite cyclo-cross racers.

Cycling career

Cyclo-cross

Trebon was a key figure in American cyclo-cross during the 2000s and early 2010s. Some of his most notable achievements in the discipline include:

  • 2006 U.S. National Cyclocross Champion – Winning the elite men’s title cemented his place as one of the top riders in the country.
  • Multiple UCI Cyclocross Wins – Trebon competed in numerous international cyclo-cross races, regularly finishing at the top against strong competition.
  • US Gran Prix of Cyclocross Champion – He took part in the domestic circuit, often battling with other top American riders such as Tim Johnson and Jeremy Powers.

Mountain Biking

In addition to cyclo-cross, Trebon was a successful cross-country mountain bike racer. His achievements in this discipline include:

  • 2006 U.S. National Mountain Bike Cross-Country Champion – He became the first American male cyclist to win both the national cyclo-cross and cross-country mountain bike championships in the same year.
  • Strong Performances in NORBA and National MTB Series Events – Trebon was a consistent podium finisher in mountain biking, racing against top U.S. and international riders.

Teams and Legacy

During his career, Trebon raced for several prominent teams, including:

  • Kona (Kona/Les Gets, Kona-FSA)
  • Cannondale-Cyclocrossworld
  • LTS-Felt

His fierce rivalries with other top American cyclo-cross racers, like Tim Johnson and Jeremy Powers, helped raise the level of competition in U.S. cyclo-cross. His success also contributed to the growing popularity of the sport in North America.

Retirement and Influence

Trebon retired from professional racing in 2017, citing a desire to step away from the competitive scene. Despite retiring, he remains a respected figure in the cycling community, occasionally providing insights into the sport and mentoring younger riders.

Major results

2014
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2006
2005
2004
2003

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Ryan Trebon's exit interview". Velo. Retrieved December 17, 2023.