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Dani Johnson: Unapologetically Sending It

From surviving a life-threatening childhood crash to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in women’s gravity racing, Dani Johnson is redefining what strength looks like in mountain biking. Her honesty about fear, injuries, mental health, and resilience has made her a powerful role model for the next generation. As she heads to the GoPro Mountain Games, Dani represents far more than fearless riding — she represents authenticity, perseverance, and the evolution of women’s mountain biking.

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Haley Dumke: Believing Where She Belongs

Elite mountain bike and gravel racer Haley Dumke's path to the top began with a simple love of riding Colorado's trails. Through persistence, self-belief, and a commitment to steady improvement, she transformed from a recreational cyclist into a competitor among the sport's elite. Her journey offers an inspiring reminder that confidence is built through action and growth comes from showing up every day.

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Flow Riders Founder Kelsey Wisinski: Jump, and We’ll Catch You

Here's a short magazine-style excerpt: > When Kelsey Wisinski entered her first downhill race in 2019, she wasn't intimidated by the course—she was struck by the absence of other women. That moment sparked an idea that would become Flow Riders, an all-women's gravity mountain biking community now more than 50 members strong. Through coaching, mentorship, racing, and advanced group rides, Kelsey is helping women build confidence on challenging trails and proving that community can be the key to unlocking potential. As her team motto reminds every rider: *"Jump, and we'll catch you."*

Brian Astell and Liz Donahey Marinduro & Sturdy Dirty prep clinic at China Camp

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This Weekend’s Marinduro & Sturdy Dirty Women’s Prep Clinics: Confidence, Skills, and Riding Together

Join this weekend’s women’s MTB clinic for Marinduro & Sturdy Dirty prep on April 11–12, 2026 at China Camp. Build confidence, improve skills, and ride with a supportive women’s community.

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Haley Dumke: Believing Where She Belongs

Haley Dumke never expected mountain biking to transform her life. What began as casual rides through Colorado’s mountains slowly became the place where she learned to trust herself, embrace discomfort, and believe she belonged among elite athletes. Despite rapidly rising into professional-level racing, Haley openly struggled with imposter syndrome, balancing self-doubt alongside remarkable success. Her story is not just about endurance racing, but about resilience, identity, and learning to accept the strength others already see within you.

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Why the Sea Otter Classic is a Trailblazer for Women in Mountain Bike Racing

Women’s Races at Sea Otter: The Seaotter Classic is a trailblazer race for women in mountain biking, including Juli Fortado, Alison Dunlap, and Kate Courtney. Here’s why.

Vida Lopez De San Ramon Women's Mountain Bike Champion

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From Dirt Crits to World Cups: The Evolution of Vida Lopez de San Roman

From local Dirt Crits to World Cup podiums, Vida Lopez de San Roman is proving she's one of the fiercest young talents in cycling. The 18-year-old from Sebastopol has claimed national titles in both cyclocross and mountain biking—and helped Team USA win gold at the World MTB Championships in Andorra.

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Emerson Ross: Taking Flight & Lifting Others Along the Way

At just 14 years old, Emerson “Emmy” Ross is quickly becoming one of California’s rising junior mountain bike racers. From soaring over jumps to competing on national stages, Emmy’s journey is fueled by determination, resilience, and a love for pushing beyond her limits. Yet her story is about more than podium finishes, it’s about family, community, and the people who have helped her grow. As she continues to chase big dreams, Emmy remains grounded in the belief that success is strongest when it’s shared with others.

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Wente 2025: The Earth’s Funnest 8-Hour MTB Race

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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Ride the Bull: Why Women Should Race Toro Bravo XC This Sunday

Mountain bike racing returns to Toro Park on June 7 with Toro Bravo XC, the second event in the 3CX Summer Series. Whether you're chasing a podium, a personal best, or simply looking to challenge yourself, this iconic cross-country course offers an unforgettable race experience. Women riders of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join the adventure, build confidence, and celebrate the growing mountain biking community together.

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Low Gap Race 2025: A Hopper Classic

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.

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The BLM Blaze XC on May 31 Brings the Signature 3CX Vibe Back to Fort Ord

The 2026 3CX Summer MTB Series returns to Fort Ord National Monument with the BLM Blaze XC on May 31, bringing fast cross-country racing, flowing singletrack, and a welcoming grassroots mountain bike community to Northern California riders of all levels.

MTB Girls Magazine Is On the Scene at Mammoth Mountain: Where Courage Climbs Higher Than the Summit

Danielle Del Vecchio’s First Sturdy Dirty Enduro and the Sisterhood That Got Her There

Reigniting the Spark: Overcoming the Impacts on Sexual Arousal for Women Mountain Bikers

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Dani Johnson: Unapologetically Sending It

Haley Dumke: Believing Where She Belongs

This Weekend’s Marinduro & Sturdy Dirty Women’s Prep Clinics: Confidence, Skills, and Riding Together

Haley Dumke: Believing Where She Belongs

Why the Sea Otter Classic is a Trailblazer for Women in Mountain Bike Racing

From Dirt Crits to World Cups: The Evolution of Vida Lopez de San Roman

Emerson Ross: Taking Flight & Lifting Others Along the Way

Wente 2025: The Earth’s Funnest 8-Hour MTB Race

Ride the Bull: Why Women Should Race Toro Bravo XC This Sunday

Low Gap Race 2025: A Hopper Classic

The BLM Blaze XC on May 31 Brings the Signature 3CX Vibe Back to Fort Ord

MTB Girls Ride Club Coed Clinic at Soquel Demo Forest | July 18 | Santa Cruz, CA

Coach’s Corner with Kim Meredith

MTB Girls Magazine Is On the Scene at Mammoth Mountain: Where Courage Climbs Higher Than the Summit

The Pedal Revolution: 8 Game-Changing Bike Pedals Every Mountain Biker Should Know About

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