Have you been hunkered down at home for the last few years, dreaming of mountain bike vacations? Well, now is your time to finally go get out there!

One great way to bike internationally is to join a tour group. I've done this in the past, and it's super helpful. They help take care of all of the logistics, they know what the good trails and routes are, so all you have to do is ride your bike and enjoy yourself!

In this podcast episode, I chat with Amy Schweim from Women's Radical Pursuits. She runs mountain bike trips to Oaxaca, Mexico (as well as other Latin American countries). 

Even if you're not interested in joining a tour (or going to Mexico), you'll get some good tips on traveling internationally to bike.

Show Notes And More: https://femmecyclist.com/amy-schweim-interview/

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Do you know how many women there are in C suite positions in the bike industry? Not many.

Sarah Johnson, COO of Bunch bikes, is one of the few. In this episode, I get the opportunity to chat with Sarah about what it's like being a woman in the heavily male dominated bike industry, reinventing your career life and life, as well as one of my favorite topics: bike commuting.

Learn More About Bunch Or Connect With Sarah

• Bunch Bikes: bunchbike.com
• Sarah Johnson On LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-johnson-4036056/

Full Transcript: https://femmecyclist.com/sarah-johnson-interview

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If you have a mountain bike, you need to pay attention to your suspension. (Unless, of course, it's a rigid mountain bike). 

This means setting it up properly, but also maintaining it. If you're like me, you probably neglect your suspension way more than you should.

In this episode, I chat with Faith Mata from Jenson USA about setting up your suspension and getting it serviced. 

Full Show Notes: https://femmecyclist.com/suspension-set-up-and-maintenance-faith-mata/

Jenson USA Suspension Service: https://bit.ly/3HAKNjv (affiliate link) 

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In this podcast interview, I chat with Kemi King, a former professional road cyclist and a director of philanthropy for World Bicycle Relief. We chat about the organization and how it’s impacting lives, particularly those of girls and women.

Detailed show notes: https://femmecyclist.com/world-bicycle-relief-kemi-king/

Learn More About World Bicycle Relief

Website: https://worldbicyclerelief.org

Videos:

Here are a few of Kemi's favorites:

Mobilize Me - https://vimeo.com/182455965

Together We Rise - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjX4oYnxwJI&feature=youtu.be

Palabana - https://vimeo.com/146177524

Model - https://vimeo.com/291933802

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Have you ever wanted to try downhill bike park riding? Or, maybe you've tried it but are ready to level up your skills?

In either case, this interview with Meagen Dennis, the owner of the Dirt Series mountain bike camps is for you. Meagen shares pretty much everything you need to know about downhill riding, including what gear you need, how to mentally prepare, and what you can do to improve your skills.

Full show notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/downhill-bike-park-riding-meagen-dennis/

Learn More About Dirt Series

• https://dirtseries.com/
• IG: @dirtseries
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/dirtseries

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If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, this episode is for you! Shanna Powell (aka Endless Bike Girl) is a badass business owner, bike industry veteran, and mountain bike skills coach. She even has a Shredly bike short named after her.

If ever there was a cool girl, Shanna is it. And yet, in this podcast episode she shares that she's struggled with imposter syndrome over the years. Or, the "fraud police" as she's coined it. 

This interview is such a good reminder to go out and live the life you want regardless of whether or not you think you're good enough.

Full Show Notes: https://femmecyclist.com/shanna-powell-interview/

Connect With Shanna

• Instagram: @endlessbikegirl and @endlessbikeco
• Endless Bike Girl MTB Skills: endlessbikegirlmtbskills.com
• Endless Bike Co: endlessbikes.com

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 In this article, I'll share 9 tips for fueling on the bike so that you can feel and perform at your best!

Additional Resources/Recommended Reading

• Guide To Cycling Hydration
• 5 Best Energy Chews
• 7 Best Hydration Drink Mixes
• ROAR: How To Match Your Food And Fitness To Your Female Physiology For Optimum Performance, Great Health, and A Strong Lean Body For Life*, by Stacy T. Sims
• Feed Zone Portables: A Cookbook of On-the-Go Food for Athletes (The Feed Zone Series)*, by Allen Lim

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There are some women in this world that are truly heroes. That are superwomen. And in my opinion, Brooke Goudy is one of those women.

She's a leader in the world of cycling, and does the advocacy work of 50 people. She does trail advocacy work, public policy as it relates to cycling infrastructure. She works with high school kids and women. But most importantly, as a black woman, she is putting herself out there to be a representative for women of color. To show them that there's a place where they belong in this--unfortunately--very white sport we're a part of. 

I felt so very honored to get to sit down with Brooke and interview her. Because, you know, she's a very busy woman! And I think listening you'll feel honored as well, and hopefully, inspired to go out and be a leader and do some advocacy work in your community.

Full Episode Notes: https://femmecyclist.com/brooke-goudy/

Connect With Brooke:

• Website: rowdygoudy.com
• Instagram: @brookegoudy

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Biking to work or to run errands is one of the most enjoyable and environmentally responsible decisions you can make.  It also provides good exercise, and helps busy women fit in a workout into their already jam-packed days.  

Finally, it can help you save a lot of money! We all know how expensive gas has gotten lately. 

Whether you're already riding a for transportation, or you want to try it for the first time -- here are some of our top tips for making your bicycle commute go smoothly.

Links Mentioned In This Article:

• 7 Upgrades to Convert any Bicycle to a Commuter Bike
• Roll C:1 City Bike
• RadpowerRadcity
• Shower's Pass Rain Gear
• Club Ride 
• Terry
• Two Wheel Gear Pannier
• 7 Women’s Bike Helmets That Are Cute and Stylish
• 9 Best Women’s Commuter Bikes And City Bikes

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Gas prices are out of control!  Fortunately, over the last year and a half, I've almost completely given up driving.  Here's how I did it, and how you can do it too.  

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