Lindsey Voreis: Inspiring women to get out and ride

My friend Lindsey and I, enjoying the hilarity of a goofy, mid-ride crash:

Riding bikes is Linsdey’s life. She is a leader within the cycling industry who works tirelessly to show women riders of all levels how bikes can empower, inspire and spread joy in our lives. I love talking to Linds about riding – her eyes light up at the mere mention of bikes and she’s always working on a new and innovative project. She and her husband Kirt (a legendary pro downhill racer) run Specialized’s AllRide Academy, a team that offers racing opportunities to aspiring young riders. It has been inspiring to watch Linds and Kirt dedicate their hearts and souls to providing opportunities for kids to have a real chance at following their pedal-powered dreams.

The video below is Lindsey’s latest wonderful creation:  women riding, laughing, living & riding some more. (Check out my cameo around 1:45.) Enjoy the film and please forward it along to the women riders (or potential riders) in your life!

http://www.vimeo.com/23193244

A weekend of bikes bikes bikes!

I spent the weekend in Monterey, California at the Sea Otter Bike Festival. Here’s a quick video recap:

And a little scenery:

There were happy bikes:

And cruiser bikes:

And wooden bikes:

And mountain bike racers going fast:

And downhill bike racers going BIG:

High-fives:

And even a bit of time by the beach for Grizwald and I:

I connected with a lot of folks from the bike industry during the festival and am excited to collaborate with all of you as we collectively promote bikes for everyone!