Meet the Team

Isaac Bonequi, Owner

At 14 years old, Isaac began working as a bike mechanic in local shops.

Eventually, what started as an obsession turned into a full on career. Ever since those first repairs, Isaac left a formal education to pursue a life dedicated to bicycle mechanics.

After years of experience working full time as a mechanic and shop manager, Isaac decided to take his career to the final step and opened Atelier Olympia at the age of 19.

Known for his resourcefulness, passion, mechanical knowledge, industry friends and bicycle building skills, Isaac is what makes Atelier Olympia what it is. If he doesn't know or can't do something, then he has a friend who does or who can.

With more than a decade of experience, Isaac is a Shimano S-TEC certified mechanic, top-of-class Winterborne Bicycle Institute graduate, and UCI certified neutral support mechanic for pro and semi-pro racing.

Collector of vintage carbon wheels, Isaac is an expert wheel builder with a deep affection for bicycles as a world-changing machine.

 

Liam Out, Shop Manager

Originally a customer during the first years of the shop, Liam is a daily cyclist and commuter who is passionate about cycling as a way of life. A cycling idealist inspired by the cultural and political power bicycles bring, Liam has the forethought and discipline that brings projects to fruition and keeps the shop moving forward.

With a specialty in inventory management, background in photo editing and an analytical mind, Liam is the shop's right hand when it comes to making sure our staff and customers are happy and taken care of.

 

Thomas Trnka, Head Mechanic

With early roots in the BMX and skateboarding scene, Thomas is an avid mountain biker and passionate mechanic with industry experience dating nearly twenty years.

Specialized in higher end work, he's a by-the-book and meticulous tech who takes pride in doing things right.

Thomas is a professional photographer with an eye for attention and style. When not at the shop, he's usually hitting local mountain bike trails.

 

Médéric Courteau, Mechanic

Mountain-biking specialist and experienced mechanic, Médéric is a go-getter and outdoorsman. With a few years of shop work under his belt, Médéric is a tune up machine and brings a good attitude with him everywhere he goes.

When he's not cycling, he's probably skiing or camping. When he's not doing that, then he's surfing. Really, he's always outside!

Mason Barnhart, Mechanic

Our newest recruit, Mason is a auto mechanic hobbyist turned full time cyclist. His experience in car mechanics and engineering studies are an asset to his work.

Mason is very comfortable with the average bike and is a quick learner. He spends his time outside the shop bike touring, playing bike polo, and volunteers as a mechanics instructor for local community bike shops.

Xavier Charron, Communications

Born into a family of cyclists with deep roots in the Quebec racing scene, Xavier is a second generation road cyclist that lives for the sport.

His long time in cycling, connections, and family history in the local racing environment make Xavier the go-to guy for organizing rides, events, and catering to more serious riders. 

His studies in multimedia arts and DJ hobby make him a versatile asset to the shop. We don't know what he does when he's not riding because he's always on his bike!