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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Sam Ryan, Director of Partnerships at Roam Fest, who shares her evolution from mental health professional to mountain bike advocate. Sam discusses how Roam Fest has grown from a small gathering to an 800+ person celebration of women and non-binary riders, complete with workshops, guided rides, and legendary dance parties.
Sam offers valuable insights for newcomers to mountain biking, emphasizing the importance of finding supportive women's riding groups and welcoming bike shops. We explore how Roam Fest creates an inclusive environment through affinity groups, ranging from parent riders to geologists to sober riders, ensuring everyone finds their community.
The discussion delves into the transformation of the mountain biking industry, highlighting the increasing presence of women-owned brands and female representatives. Particularly relevant for ski moms is the parallel between learning to ski and starting mountain biking, with recommendations for coaching organizations like VNTRbirds and All Ride.
For those interested in attending Roam Fest, Sam details the logistics of the three-day festival, including camping arrangements, demo bikes, guided rides, and workshops.
Roam Fest 2025 will take place September 19-21, 2025 in Fruita, Colorado, sign up here!
Keep up with Roam Fest:
Website: https://roamfest.com
Instagram: @thisisroam
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/roamevents
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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Sam Ryan, Director of Partnerships at Roam Fest, who shares her evolution from mental health professional to mountain bike advocate. Sam discusses how Roam Fest has grown from a small gathering to an 800+ person celebration of women and non-binary riders, complete with workshops, guided rides, and legendary dance parties.
Sam offers valuable insights for newcomers to mountain biking, emphasizing the importance of finding supportive women's riding groups and welcoming bike shops. We explore how Roam Fest creates an inclusive environment through affinity groups, ranging from parent riders to geologists to sober riders, ensuring everyone finds their community.
The discussion delves into the transformation of the mountain biking industry, highlighting the increasing presence of women-owned brands and female representatives. Particularly relevant for ski moms is the parallel between learning to ski and starting mountain biking, with recommendations for coaching organizations like VNTRbirds and All Ride.
For those interested in attending Roam Fest, Sam details the logistics of the three-day festival, including camping arrangements, demo bikes, guided rides, and workshops.
Roam Fest 2025 will take place September 19-21, 2025 in Fruita, Colorado, sign up here!
Keep up with Roam Fest:
Website: https://roamfest.com
Instagram: @thisisroam
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/roamevents
Shop the 2025 Ski Moms Holiday Gift Guides here www.theskimoms.co/gift-guides
SHOP HERE
Use Code SKIMOMS for 15% off all labels. Code is not valid on sale items or stamps. Other restrictions may apply.
Plan your winter getaway now at VisitUlsterCountyNY.com.
🎄Ulster County. Holidays done right.
Support the show
Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!
Website: www.theskimoms.co
Ski Moms Discount Page: https://www.theskimoms.co/discounts
Ski Moms Ski Rental Homes
Join the 13,000+ Ski Moms Facebook Group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskimoms/
Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you’d like to hear next!
[email protected]
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