Meet the Enablers: Adventure Experts at Waypoints West Moto
Our guides have decades of combined experience riding and scouting Western backcountry routes, including the Colorado, Idaho, South Dakota and Wyoming BDRs.
Mark Bolton
Owner & Founder
Mark Bolton has spent a lifetime chasing the good stuff — the kind of adventure that smells like pine, dust, jet fuel, and possibility. He cut his teeth on dirt bikes, graduated to technical singletrack, and eventually took on the infamous Tour of Idaho because… of course he did.
His path hasn’t exactly been straight. One minute he’s on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, the next he’s working offshore rigs, building telecom networks in China, or standing on top of twelve Colorado 14ers wondering what route he can explore next. He’s mountain-biked the Rockies for more than 25 years, dipped a toe (or tire) into car and drag racing, and even trekked to Everest Base Camp for good measure.
If there’s a common theme, it’s this: Mark is wired for exploration. Two wheels, four wheels, no wheels — he just loves the adventure. And that relentless curiosity is exactly what he brings to every Waypoints West tour..
Trevor Bolton
Trevor Bolton doesn’t sit still — and honestly, we’re not sure he ever has. He started drag racing at eight years old, because apparently “normal childhood hobbies” weren’t exciting enough. By fourteen, he’d earned his Eagle Scout rank, already showing the kind of leadership and outdoor savvy most riders don’t pick up until much later.
At seventeen, he trekked to Everest Base Camp — just casually adding “the Himalayas” to his résumé — and he’s been stacking adventures ever since. Dirt bikes, mountain bikes, rock climbing… if it involves grit, skill, and a little bit of risk, Trevor’s in.
Now Trevor brings that same fearless energy and passion for the outdoors to Waypoints West. He rides hard, laughs easy, and inspires everyone around him to push just a little further down the trail..
Route & Operations Director
Clint ErEkson
Clint Erickson has been chasing dirt, snow, and speed since he was eight. A lifelong rider, he’s done it all — off-road, dual-sport, and big ADV miles across the Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming BDRs. An accomplished mountain biker and extreme skier with multiple Nastar medals, Clint doesn’t shy from a challenge. Five Miles of Hell? He’s been there — and he’s even tackled the WY and CO BDRs two-up.
Entrepreneur, outdoorsman, and father of six, Clint brings steady leadership and a true spirit of adventure to every ride.
Route Expert
Steve Jensen
Steve Jensen is a seasoned adventure moto rider, with an impressive resume that includes completing the California, Colorado, and Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDRs). A skilled dual-sport and adventure motorcyclist, Steve thrives on exploring rugged terrains and pushing boundaries. Beyond the trails, Steve is a home builder by profession, channeling his creativity and precision into crafting custom homes in the Colorado high country. A multi-talented outdoor enthusiast, he is also a ski instructor, mountain biker, and unapologetic adventure junkie, embracing the thrill of nature in all its forms. Steve’s passion for exploration and skill across disciplines make him a key figure in the adventure and outdoor community, inspiring others to chase their own wild journeys.
Route Expert
Kevin Brunson
Kevin Brunson embodies a life devoted to motorcycles and adventure, having spent countless hours on two wheels in pursuits that range from competitive racing to exploring remote trails. With a background in enduro racing, dual-sport, and adventure riding, Kevin has honed his skills on some of the most challenging terrains imaginable. An accomplished adventurer, Kevin has completed all the Rocky Mountain region Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDRs), ventured through the rugged landscapes of Baja, and explored nearly every dirt road and trail in Colorado. His experience spans decades of pushing limits, discovering uncharted paths, and sharing his passion for motorcycling with fellow riders. Known for his tenacity and love of exploration, Kevin’s journey through the world of motorcycles reflects not just expertise, but a deep connection to the moto community and the wild terrains he calls home.
Route Expert
Erin Barajas
Erin brings a rare mix of creative talent and adventure grit to the Waypoints crew. When she’s not shaping the stories behind our rides, she’s out chasing her own — usually somewhere in the mountains with her husband and two teenage boys, a camera in hand, and a camp chair that’s seen a lot of miles.
Her love of exploration fuels her work and her photography, giving everything she touches that spark of real-world adventure. Erin doesn’t just help tell the Waypoints story — she lives it.
Marketing Director
Why waypoints west moto adventures
We’re a family-owned crew of moto addicts who know that a great ride doesn’t happen by accident — it takes planning, experience, and the kind of attention to detail you only get from people who genuinely love this stuff. Waypoints West Moto grew out of a lifetime of chasing adventure and learning the highs, lows, and “well… that was unexpected” moments that come with it. Our mission is simple: over-deliver every time so you can’t wait to ride with us again.
Based in Berthoud, Colorado, we’re an hour north of Denver and just a scenic 45-minute rip up Big Thompson Canyon from Rocky Mountain National Park.
With a passion for two wheels and decades exploring the mountains and deserts of the West, we’re here to share the routes we love and the adventures that keep us coming back. Come ride with us — the mountains are calling.
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A post from a friend in ADV Rider:
“The pic of the bike only is on the Geyser Pass road at at elevation on 10,650 feet. It was 98 degrees in Moab and 51 degrees at the pass. That was a cool experience; pun intended!”
