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...

As an athlete and yoga teacher, I’d love to share with you 5 stretches that can help support and supplement your mountain biking experience. We use explosive muscles, test our endurance, and our body usually pays the price. These simple postures when done before, during, or after a ride can help you feel more prepared and can assist with recovery after a big day on the trails.

In April, the VNTRbirds coaching crew made the trip down to Golden, Colorado for a special day at the Yeti Cycles headquarters. With the 2025 mountain biking season just around the corner, it was time to gear up, connect with our partners, and, of course, try on our brand-new coaching uniforms.

From the moment tires hit dirt, the energy was electric. Riders were greeted by VNTRbirds' team of experienced, professional, and certified coaches—each one passionate about the same mission: encouraging progression and getting more femme folks confidently riding bikes.

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