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On February 22 in Maxwell, California, women riders conquered the second race of the five-race Huffmaster Hopper series, proving their strength on tough gravel terrain. More than a race, it showcased growing female camaraderie and competition.
As mountain bikers, our passion and love for the sport pushes us to keep exploring the new: discovering new trails, skills, bikes, parks, friends, or even new places in our minds with a new breath of fresh air on every new ride we experience.
The 2025 Low Gap Race, held on January 26 in Ukiah, California, featured a challenging 47-mile course with significant elevation gain. In the Pro Women's category, Kate Courtney clinched first place, followed by Chloé Mauvais in second and Leslie Ethridge in third. The U19 Women's division saw Carina Nottingham leading, with Juliet DiStefano and Zoe Khuu completing the podium. Notably, Monarch Racing's mentorship program, led by Helena Gilbert-Snyder, had a strong presence with 35 teenage mentees participating alongside their mentors from the Bay Area. The event also supports the cycling community by contributing a portion of its proceeds to the NorCal Cycling League.
MTB Girls Magazine got the rare opportunity to interview the amazing Georgia Astle who took Silver at the first-ever women’s event at Red Bull Rampage 2024 in Virgin, Utah. Photo Credit: Robin O’Neill
The Low Gap Race 2025 is a transformative event for young women, allowing them to challenge limits and grow as confident riders. This year, U19 participants from Monarch Racing’s mentorship program tackled a rugged 49-mile course, emerging as empowered athletes prepared for challenges on and off the bike.
The Wente 8-Hour Mountain Bike Race will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025. More than just a relay event, Wente offers an unforgettable 3-day weekend adventure for you, your friends, and your family located on the Wente Scout Reservation in Willits, CA, it promises an experience like no other.
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MTB Girls Magazine’s interview with Vida Lopez De San Ramon, the youngest female Elite Cyclocross National Champion from Sonoma County, California.
Low Gap race is on January 26th, 2025 and is a mixed-terrain adventure that has become a “Hopper Classic.” Half pavement and half dirt, this event is the epitome of NorCal adventure riding and the perfect early-season challenge to kick off your year and test your limits.
Huffmaster | February 22nd, 2025 | Maxwell, CA Join us for the classic Huffmaster starting in Maxwell, California. West of...