This mentorship scholarship opened my eyes to the vast perspectives of what a community can bring to you and the importance of preserving those spaces. One of the coolest things I was able to experience was the unity of unique, badass women who were brave enough to be curious.

I could live out my life riding flow trails all day, but sometimes, you have to work on the hard stuff so you can get down the tricky sections. When I saw the VNTRbirds Steep + Tech clinic at Keystone, geared specifically toward intermediate and advanced riders, I knew I needed to sign up.

Cada vez que me subo a los pedales con VNTRbirds, recuerdo por qué me enamoré del ciclismo de montaña y por qué lo disfruto tanto. Every time I clip into my pedals with VNTRbirds, I’m reminded of why I fell in love with mountain biking in the first place and why I enjoy it so much.

I was still questioning my own mountain bike skills and whether or not I was good enough to coach. Another season went by, my wife became a certified coach and we continued our involvement with VNTRbirds, all the while I continued to work on progressing my own skills so I would feel comfortable supporting newer riders and demonstrating skills. So this past spring when the VNTRbirds mentorship scholarship opened, I knew I was finally ready to apply.

Winning the VNTRbirds scholarship meant the world to me. It was the only clinic I was able to attend all summer, and it happened to be at Valmont Bike Park—which made it even more special.

Squad goals. The 2025 Rip Roaring Mini Enduro brought together 100 badass racers and a whole lot of heart. There’s something different...

Being an Asian female in a sport typically dominated by white men naturally fosters a sense of imposter syndrome—constantly questioning,...

Here’s the thing: if you’re feeling unsure, others probably are too. So just show up, be yourself, and know that you’re all in it together. You might even be the one who helps someone else feel at ease. Fast forward a few years, and Pedal Parties have grown, but they still keep that same vibe—welcoming, social, and downright fun.