November 14, 2019
Val gets the opportunity to chat with Ash Bocast and Andi Zolton of Roam Events ahead of an upcoming event. You get to full lowdown on what Roam is all about, how it all came to be, the Roam Bus, Ryder the Dog, and plenty more. It’ll give you a great idea of what Ash, Andi, and Roam Events are all about!
About Roam Events
“Risk takers, adventure seekers, and bear huggin’ fun makers.
Since 2015, Roam Events has grown into an industry-leading event management company working with innovative businesses leaders and game changers to create extraordinary outdoor events.
We named our company Roam because fresh air and freedom are at the core of everything we do. You won’t find us in conference centers or sticking to the status quo. We’re about creating experiences that are refreshing, inspired by nature, and ultimately – fun as hell.”
------------
Roam Events – https://www.thisisroam.com/
Roam Events on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thisisroam/
The Roam Bus on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theroambus/
Andi on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/zoltonator/
Ash on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/roamrydes/
Ryder on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/roamryder/
Turbo the Three Legged Dog – https://www.instagram.com/turbothethreeleggeddog/
Sturdy Dirty on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sturdydirtyenduro/
Sturdy Dirty – https://www.sturdydirty.com/
Rebecca Rusch’s Gravel Less Traveled Camp – https://www.rebeccarusch.com/gravel-less-traveled
Rebecca Rusch’s MTB Lao – https://www.rebeccarusch.com/mountain-bike-lao
Rebecca Rusch’s Be Good Foundation – https://www.rebeccarusch.com/be-good-foundation
Liv Cycling – https://www.liv-cycling.com/us
Girls Gone Riding – http://www.girlzgoneriding.com/
------------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
October 8, 2019
Val is joined by Cassie Abel, Co-Founder & CEO of Wild Rye. Wild Rye produces design driven outdoor apparel for women. Cassie’s and Wild Rye’s passion for empowering women while celebrating our surroundings is clear from the discussion. Val and Cassie discuss Wild Rye, running businesses, women and bikes, living in Sun Valley, growth in popular areas including Idaho, and more.
------------
------------
This episode supported by Mountain Biking Park City – https://mountainbikingparkcity.com/
Wild Rye – https://wild-rye.com/
Wild Rye in Adventure Journal – https://wild-rye.com/blogs/news/wild-rye-x-adventure-journal
Wild Rye on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/wild_rye_/
Wild Rye on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/WildRyeMtnAprl/
Women Led Wednesday – http://www.womenledwednesday.com/
Cassie highlighted on REI blog – https://www.rei.com/blog/camp/why-these-five-outdoor-lovers-embraced-remote-work
------------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
August 21, 2019
Welcome to Episode 6 of She Shreds! This episode one is with Larissa Connors. Larissa has proven herself to be one of the country’s best mountain bikers over the last several years. She seems to always have a smile and has a great perspective on life, being a teacher, and racing bikes. Larissa and Val discuss her soon-to-be-born daughter, being a teacher, racing, winning the Leadville 100 on a bike her husband designed, and more. Listen in to She Shreds right now!
----------
Larissa’s blog – http://www.larissaconnors.com/
Great news clip – https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Mountain-Biking-Math-Teacher-Olympic-Team–383485721.html
A quick interview about her win at Leadville – https://www.velonews.com/2018/04/mountain/the-dirt-larissa-connors-on-her-serendipitous-win-at-leadville_464505
----------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
July 19, 2019
Welcome to Episode 5 of She Shreds! This episode one is with Anne Keller and Jen Zeuner of The Hot Tomato. Anne and Jen are on the road and take a little time to chat with Val. The ladies discuss a wide range of topics – from fun stories to pizza stories, as well as the story of The Hot Tomato. It’s a fun episode with some good insight, experiences, and laughter. Listen in to She Shreds right now!
-----------
The Hot Tomato website – https://www.hottomatopizza.com/
The Hot Tomato on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hottomatopizza/
The Hot Tomato on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hottomatopizza/
The Hot Tomato on Yelp – https://www.yelp.com/biz/hot-tomato-pizzeria-fruita
Life of Pie – https://vimeo.com/344361560
Juliana Maverick – https://www.julianabicycles.com/en-US/maverick
Follow Anne on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/annekeller1/
Follow Jen on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenzeuner/
-----------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
RSS FEED | APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | TUNEIN | IHEART RADIO | STITCHER
APPLE | GOOGLE PLAY | MICROSOFT | AMAZON
June 18, 2019
Lael has ridden across the globe and inspired 1000’s of people of all ages to get out and pedal. She’s had some major accomplishments and some major disappointments along the way. Lael is currently racing the Tour Divide (as of typing this she is at mile 780 and in 4th place overall and about 70 miles off the male record set by Mike Hall in 2016.) Val and Lael discuss racing the Divide, racing in Switzerland, ups, downs, and an overflowing bike bag more worth of goodness.
-----------
Lael’s website – https://laelwilcox.com/
Lael on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/laelwilcox/
Anchorage GRIT – https://anchoragegrit.wordpress.com/
2019 Tour Divide Race Prep – https://theradavist.com/2019/06/2019-tour-divide-race-prep-with-lael-wilcox/
“I’m Not Stopping – Lael Wilcox Races the Navad 1000 Across Switzerland” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4g1gRIEFs8
Silk Road Mountain Race – https://www.silkroadmountainrace.cc/
-----------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
RSS FEED | APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | TUNEIN | IHEART RADIO | STITCHER
APPLE | GOOGLE PLAY | MICROSOFT | AMAZON
June 2, 2019
Leslie Williams and Brooke McFerren are Path Bike Shop Racers, fast ladies, and friends with Val. The ladies discuss a full list of topics, including getting in to mountain biking, racing, and parenting. They share stories of memorable races, places to ride and race, and many experiences. Listen in to get some fun perspectives from some fun, hardworking, and competitive She Shredders.
----------
-----------
Non Dot Adventures – https://nondotadventures.com/
Breck Epic – https://breckepic.com/
Whiskey Off Road – https://epicrides.com/events/whiskey-off-road/event-guide/
Carson City Off Road – https://epicrides.com/events/carson-city-off-road/event-guide/
Sagebrush Safari – http://quickndirtymtb.com/race-info/sagebrush-safari/
Tyax Adventures – https://tyaxadventures.com/
Follow Leslie on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/heylesliew/
Follow Brooke on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bochote74/
Follow Val on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sheshredsbikes/
-------------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
May 16, 2019
Val is excited to be back for Episode 2! She is joined by Nicole Formosa, Editor in Chief of Bike Mag, and Megan Tompkins, who is a longtime industry vet, formerly of Shimano, Specialized, Bicycle Retailer mag, and now is Crankbrothers’ Global Marketing Director.
They cover many topics, including being pregnant while working in a male dominated industry, bikepacking, their stables of bikes, experiences and riding throughout the world together. They also reflect on getting into the cycling industry. Sit down with the ladies and enjoy the stories!
------------
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
MOUNTAIN BIKING PARK CITY
-------------
Crankbrothers
Bike Mag
Bike Mag – Dispersed Gratification: Seeking Bikepacking’s Sweet Spot
Val on Instagram
Val Made Goods
--------------
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.
May 1, 2019
Thanks for checking out the first NEW episode of She Shreds Podcast! Leigh Donovan is a great guest with great experiences. Val and Leigh cover a full array of topics. Leigh shares her first mountain bike and first trail she rode, discusses owning a clothing boutique, parenthood, and reminiscing about her favorite places to ride.
This is a great discussion about “real life.” They really dig into some things that many of us deal with on a daily basis and it’s a refreshing to hear it from a cycling legend. If you’re looking for an fun episode with great perspective on life, have a listen.
iChooseBikes Website
iChooseBikes Twitter
iChooseBikes Facebook
iChooseBikes Instagram
Val on Instagram
Val Made Goods
The She Shreds Podcast celebrates women who are doing amazing things, on bikes and in life, while inspiring countless others to try something new, step outside of their comfort zone, and to love themselves while doing it.
The women you’ll meet on She Shreds Podcast are athletes, mothers, ambassadors, bike industry leaders, product designers and engineers, pillars of their communities, adventurers and travelers from all corners of the country. They’ve started businesses, raised families, won races, lost races, healed from injury, seen success in their careers, failed at times and have followed their hearts.
We’ll hear about their experiences, learn from their hard earned wisdom and get a glimpse into the hearts and minds of some truly amazing women.