More than just a bike shop, Straight Wheel Cycling has become the heart of Half Moon Bay’s cycling community. Founded on a passion for riding, inclusivity, and genuine human connection, owners Amy Thompson and Bart Draper have created a welcoming gathering place where riders of all ages and abilities feel at home. Through community involvement, mentorship, and a shared love of cycling, Straight Wheel Cycling continues to inspire the next generation of riders while strengthening the bonds that make Half Moon Bay unique.
Our MTB Girls Magazine Cover Girl, Vida Lopez De San Ramon, is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting young talents in international mountain biking. At just 19 years old, the Sebastopol, California–based racer delivered a breakout season on the UCI World Cup mountain bike circuit, proving that confidence, resilience, and a deep love for riding can take an athlete from local trails to the world stage.
MTB Girls Magazine Issue 13, The Art of the Ascent, by editor Liz Donahey is a powerful reflection on women, mountain biking, leadership, resilience, and the shared climb toward strength, joy, and becoming more.
This MTB Girls Magazine cover story article follows Canadian twins Ava and Bella Holmgren from local trails to world champions, showing how their versatility, resilience, and humility are inspiring the next generation of women in cycling.
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