In March, I chatted with Leah Goldstein about her 2021 Race Across America (RAAM) win and asked about her bucket list (read the interview here). She alluded to the Trans Am race but didn’t let on that plans were already in the works. Leah recently placed 3rd overall and 1st female rider to finish theContinue reading “Conquering the Trans Am: Leah Goldstein’s 2024 Race Experience”
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Rediscovering My Mojo
After battling illness and a loss of fitness, the author found motivation in a challenging cycling weekend in Wisconsin. Despite initial doubts, the ride rebuilt her confidence. She emphasize the importance of ignoring negativity, pushing forward, and surrounding oneself with supportive friends on the road to success.
Unleashing BMC’s Roadmachine: A Thrilling Adventure at Sea Otter’s Gran Fondo
The Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California, offered an opportunity for an epic 50-mile bike ride. The author’s bike rental plans changed when BMC lent their new Roadmachine model. The ride featured thrilling descents, challenging climbs, and breathtaking coastal views, making it a memorable experience.
BMC’s Commitment to Women’s Cycling: Supporting Racing and Riding
I had the opportunity to ask Joan Hanscom, North American Marketing Manager at BMC, a few questions, delving deeper into their initiative to get more women on bikes.
Building a More Inclusive Gravel Community
With distracted and aggressive driving becoming commonplace, many cyclists in the Chicagoland area have shifted from road riding to gravel. However, there is a noticeable gender disparity, with significantly more men than women participating in gravel racing. This was evident at the recent Rough Road 100 (RR100) gravel race in Morris, Illinois. The event offeredContinue reading “Building a More Inclusive Gravel Community”
Leah Goldstein: Conquering RAAM and Breaking Barriers
For those who are only familiar with Leah Goldstein from her RAAM wins, get ready to be amazed by her life story, which reads like a compilation of ten Hollywood movie scripts. And at only 55, there’s still much more this extraordinary woman can and will achieve.
Empowered Badass Women: Celebrating Cycling Successes Together
I have this running joke with my cycling friends. They always say, “If Sheri plans the route, it will be hilly.” Now, let me be clear: I am not a fan of hills. In fact, I hate them. But I’ve realized that if I embrace the things I hate, I may learn to tolerate orContinue reading “Empowered Badass Women: Celebrating Cycling Successes Together”
The Dusty Bandita
I’m back, folks! Apologies for the radio silence on my blog lately. My work/life balance has been completely off-kilter, leaving me with little time to dedicate to Sunflowers and Pedals. However, I’m determined to turn things around and commit to regular posts this year. So today I present to you an interview with Bri Lui,Continue reading “The Dusty Bandita”
Growing and supporting a community of women of color: Black Girls Do Bike
With over 100 chapters in the US, BGDB is a nonprofit growing and supporting a community of women of color who share a passion for cycling. They strive to establish a comfortable place where female cyclists can support, advise, organize rides and promote skill-sharing. By sharing positive images of ladies and their bikes, they affirm that black girls do bike! BGDB also encourages bike advocacy, education, volunteerism, and safety in all communities and worldwide.
Bike Index: Helping stolen bikes find their way home
I sat down with Bryan Hance, co-founder of Bike Index, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, to talk about their universal bike registration service, the rise in bike thefts, and dive deeper into that fascinating report.
