Bikes, bikes, and more bikes!

Prior to starting my freshman year of high school, I learned about the Colorado High School Cycling League and joined my local team. Racing mountain bikes across the state every fall, I improved my skills, endurance, and leadership abilities each year. As I interacted with such an amazing community, I became certain that I wanted to ride my bike in college. The CSU cycling team has been a core part of my college experience. I've made lifelong friends, learned skills applicable to racing, training, and life, and tried every discipline available: road, mountain, cyclocross, gravel, and track. Along with traveling to races throughout the year, one of my favorite parts of the team has been acting as a ride leader for road and mountain biking. Specifically, I've led women's rides, reinforcing my belief that inclusivity is essential to promoting individual and communal success.

As I look beyond undergrad, I know that cycling will be a lifelong sport. I hope to continue pushing my limits in endurance racing and cyclocross, and expand my horizons by riding in many different states and countries. Read on to see a more detailed recap of my favorite races, rides, and experiences on the bike!