January 1st, 2020, was the first day in many years that Pinkbike didn’t have Richard Cunningham on as a full time technical editor. No more trade shows or bike test deadlines, but his insights and storytelling will always have a home here.
RC’s contributions to our sport can’t be understated, but many have been made quietly, under the radar. We hope this tribute gives a sense of the many less public things that RC has accomplished in his life.
We are grateful to Cynthia Ward for sharing with us her account of Richard’s life, in his own words, that she recorded in 2004. Much of this biography is based on her work. We’re also grateful to RC’s wife Justine for her help in sneaking us old photos and filling in a lot of blanks, as well as the many people who contributed photos and stories and ideas. And finally, we’re grateful to RC for his many contributions to our sport. This story only scratches the surface of all he’s done, but it’s been a hell of a ride.
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