Hailing from northern Vermont, Paul has great access to quality, technical trail
riding for great testing conditions. He is a mechanical engineer with
experience working with 3D printing and CNC manufacturing processes on a
variety of products including bike frames and components. This background
gives him unique insight into bike components and technologies and an
excellent ability to tease out the subtle performance differences between the
products he tests.
Title: MTB Product Tester and Reviewer
Location: Essex Junction, Vermont
Expertise
Topics of Expertise: Mountain biking, bicycle maintenance, puzzling over bikes, mechanical design, manufacturing, trail dogs, and 90s R&B
Years in This Expertise: 10 years, 1-year reviewing gear for Bikerumor.com
Number of Products Expert Has Tested: 80 products tested
Experience
Paul Clauss has been riding his mountain bike for the past 25 years and still
hasn’t gotten bored. Currently located in Vermont, Paul spends most of his
days seeking out rustic VT descents carpeted in wet roots with his faithful trail
dog, Peggy. While he won’t claim to be the fastest rider around, there is
nothing he enjoys more than super technical terrain and line choice – and he’s
finally learning to enjoy going uphill as well! When he is not on the trails, you
can find Paul trying to become a YouTube expert on home remodeling, at the
dog park, on a split board tour, or learning to cook.
