Self-identifying as a "fat woman," Marley Blonsky is one of the most charming, inspirational people in the cycling world today.  Many of us first discovered Marley thru the documentary "All Bodies On Bikes."  Since then, Marley has used the attention the film brought to expand her work bringing attention to size inclusivity and building inclusive cycling communities. 

Marley reminds us that we don't have to look a certain way, have a particular body type, or fit in any mold to be considered a cyclist.  This is an important message for us ALL to remember.

In this podcast interview, Marley shares what gear and bikes she recommends to larger bodied cyclists, what an inclusive group ride or event looks like, and how we can all become allies to bigger bodied cyclists.

Full Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/marley-blonsky-interview/

Connect With Marley

• Instagram: @marleyblonskey
• Website: marleyblonsky.com
• All Bodies On Bikes IG: @allbodiesonbikes
• All Bodies On Bikes Website: allbodiesonbikes.com

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Every time we get on the bike, there's some level of trust involved.  In this listener submitted story, Allyn Olson shares how trust his played a role in her cycling journey--from the first time she got on a bike to leaving her children to go on a cross-country bicycle tour, to training for for a long distance gravel race.

Connect With Allyn:

• Instagram: @almaontheroad
• Blog: http://almaontheroad.blogspot.com/

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Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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I'm always curious to  hear how people got into cycling.  It's usually a spouse or significant other, sometimes it's a parent, a child, or a friend that first introduced them.  What I had never heard before is the story of a dog causing someone to fall in love with cycling.  And yet, that's exactly how Caroline got started.  I love this listener submitted story, coming at us all the way from Colombia.  

Connect With Carolina

• IG: @caro_c930
• Blog: https://bilingualmomdares.wordpress.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmr-HujNR7k

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Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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In this listener submitted story, Kasia Michalik shares some of her firsts on the bike--gravel biking, bikepacking, and a solo century ride.  It will leave you feeling inspired to try new things as well. 

Connect With Kasia:

• IG: @ alifemaspicante 
• Website: https://kasiam1316.wixsite.com/alifemaspicante 

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• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
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Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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In this interview with the founder of Black Girls Do Bike, Monica Garrison, we talk about the origin of Black Girls Do Bike, how we can all work to make cycling more accessible and welcoming, and the good that bikes bring to our lives as women.

Full Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/black-girls-do-bike-with-monica-garrison

Links Mentioned In This Episode & Related Resources

• Ultimate List of Women’s Cycling Clubs and Rides (Road and Mountain Bike)
• 5 Tips for Your First Group Ride
• How Little Bellas Is Creating Confident Young Women With Sabra Davidson

Connect With Monica & Black Girls Do Bike

• Website: Black Girls Do Bike
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackGirlsDoBike
• Email: [email protected]

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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Whether you are brand new to cycling and want to find bike trails near you to ride, or you are an old pro at biking but are visiting a new city and unfamiliar with the trails, the good news is that there are a variety of tools available now a days to help you find them.  In this episode, I share 7 of my faves.

Full Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/bike-trails-near-me/

Related Resources: 

• Ultimate List of Women’s Cycling Clubs and Rides (Road and Mountain Bike)

Shop Terry Bicycles: https://snp.link/ec5492d4

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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Today, we have another listener-recorded story for you all.  This one is from Ali Mahoney who is in South Wales, UK.  She's sharing an excerpt from her book "Two Wheels To Chamonix" which is about a  767 mile ride she completed from her home to her sister's home in Chamonix, France. 

Full Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/ali-mahoney

Buy The Book: https://amzn.to/3zmuty9

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Connect With Ali

• Website: https://themahojos.com
• Link to book: https://themahojos.com/product/two-wheels-to-chamonix-767-miles-of-blood-sweat-and-gears/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/themahojos
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themahojos/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themahojos

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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 In this interview, pro mountain bike racer, Abigail Snyder shares a glimpse into her training, racing, and mindset. 

Full Show Notes:

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Links Mentioned In This Episode & Related Resources

• OSMO Nutrition
• Feed Zone Portables Cookbook
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck
• Grit, by Angela Duckworth

Connect With Abigail

• IG: @abigail_316
• Website: https://abigail613.wordpress.com/
• Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1870853

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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In this podcast episode, I will share some essential tips and suggestions to help you truly beat the heat while cycling and cycle more safely in warmer temperatures/climates. 

Full Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/biking-in-the-heat/

Related Podcast Episodes:

• 7 Tips For Biking At Night
• Everything You Need To Know About Cycling Hydration

Other Resources:

• 7 Best Road Bike Helmets

Terry Bicycles Sun Protection: https://snp.link/e1fc8cea

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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Whitney Taylor struggled her whole life with fear, but learned to overcome it and find confidence in her life on the bike.  Hear her story in this episode.

Show Notes: https://www.femmecyclist.com/whitney-taylor

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Connect With Whitney

• Website: www.strengthinlight.com 
• IG:  @strengthinlight

Connect With Femme Cyclist

• IG: @femme_cyclist
• FB Group: Femme Cyclist Community
• IG: @kristenlbonkoski

Music Credit: https://josephmcdade.com/music

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