I made my name in cycling as an unapologetically fat endurance rider. For years, I have advocated for plus-size riders, and the need for bigger cycling clothing, improved transparency on weight limits, and inclusive riding communities. My journey was even chronicled in a 2021 documentary by Shimano, All Bodies on Bikes, which led to the creation of a nonprofit dedicated to size inclusion, an organization I now proudly lead as Executive Director.
I’ve never let my body size or weight limit me. I have completed five Unbound Gravel races at over 250 pounds, yet I’ll be the first to admit that my weight has made life challenging over the years. From needing a seatbelt extender on airplanes to ongoing knee pain, life as a bigger bodied athlete is not easy.
