I grew up in Connecticut but moved to Denver in the fall of 2021 for many of the same reasons other people do - to be closer to all things outdoors and to start new after finishing college. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Health Information Management. Now, I work as a Process Analyst at a healthcare technology company. I also work part-time at a climbing gym and am the Outdoor Coordinator for Asian Girls Ignite.

I got into biking through a series of incredible opportunities (D2E being one of them!) but was quickly convinced to stay because of the community. Outside of biking, I like to stay active through climbing, swimming, and taking the occasional group workout class. I am a sucker for snail mail, cooking meals for friends, and starting (sometimes not finishing) a new yarn project.

I'm a Denver native with a degree in Natural Resource Management from Rutgers University. Following my passion for service, I served in the Peace Corps in Lesotho, Southern Africa.

As a divorced mother of two, including a ten-year-old autistic son, I balance teaching middle school science and coordinating gifted and talented programs. Last year, I rediscovered my love for adventure through gravel cycling, joining the All Bodies on Bikes team for SBT GRVL and racing with Distance to Empty.

Now, I'm part of the leadership team at All Bodies on Bikes, advocating for inclusivity in the gravel cycling community. With a second season supported by Distance to Empty ahead, I'm committed to encouraging others to embrace challenges and find their place in cycling.

I was born in Columbia, MO, and raised by two Afghanistan war refugees. I experienced quite a bit of trauma growing up and have now dedicated my life to providing trauma-focused therapy to those in need. I am currently a social worker for individuals with disabilities, a group therapist at a rehab center, and am pursuing higher education to fulfill my dream of having my own practice one day! I LOVE ICE CREAM and will gladly share some with anyone who wants a little more joy in their life! I love with every fiber of my being and will always offer my services to anyone that may need them :) I try to keep a positive attitude and spread as much love and joy as possible!

Biking has been my constant source of joy and sanity since college, where knee issues halted my running. Rediscovering the thrill of riding, I alternated between racing and pursuing other interests like vet school throughout my 20s and early 30s.

During challenging times, including my husband's battle with alcoholism and my pregnancy, biking provided solace and strength. Even when he suffered a severe accident, leaving him wheelchair-bound, biking with our daughter became my lifeline.

Through the toughest moments, she motivated me to conquer mountains, both literal and metaphorical. My hope is that my biking journey will inspire and empower her as she grows.

I'm originally from Ohio but settled in Fort Collins 15 years ago to work at CSU in student affairs. In Housing & Dining Services, I support students facing housing and food insecurity while fostering community partnerships for student success. Passionate about social justice advocacy, I love working with students.

Despite health challenges, including two major surgeries in 2021/2022, I've remained resilient. A bilateral oophorectomy and radical hysterectomy led to surgical menopause, but I'm grateful for good health and decreased cancer risk. With support from a Physical Therapist and my workout crew, I've reclaimed my fitness and strength. Hormone therapy helps manage menopausal symptoms, and I'm determined to inspire women facing similar struggles to stay active and adventurous.

I was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. My parents always encouraged me to shoot for the stars. I was a dreamer. And I always dreamed of a life I chose rather than the life I had to live. I knew I had to get out and build a life for myself. I went to school in NC for Chemistry and played and coached lacrosse. I worked three part-time jobs just about all of college. I went back for my masters and managed to get accepted into CSU’s Ph.D. program in Chemistry. It was in CO in 2013 that my true cycling journey slowly began. I sold my car to have the money to move to CO and used what was left to buy two bikes to get around. CO is where I belong, and it is where I found my people. I have volunteered for over six years with Partners Mentoring Youth to give back, and I love the outdoor, active lifestyle. I am the kind of person that can’t do something a little bit. I go all in.

Now in law school, Anna Hulse is balancing her passion for cycling with her studies in environmental policy and water rights. After transitioning from downhill skiing to cycling in 2019, the sport quickly became her obsession, offering both challenge and escape.

Previously working at an environmental policy nonprofit, she relied on long endurance rides to reset during the intense law school application process. After racing a season in a development role, she is now finding the balance between life pursuits and riding for pure joy, continuing to explore her limits on the bike while navigating the demands of her education.

Anna is soft-spoken but witty, a deep thinker who often ponders political theory on long rides. Always curious, she’s driven to learn more about sports psychology, nutrition, and racing, embracing every challenge that pushes her to grow.

I'm a Washington DC native who found her way back to Colorado to pursue a doctorate in physical therapy. As a pelvic health physical therapist, I'm passionate about my work. Outside the clinic, I enjoy crocheting, silversmithing, and indulging in cookies with my miniature schnauzer, Alfie.

In 2018, a climbing accident left me with a spinal cord injury, changing my mobility. But biking became my newfound source of freedom and independence. From learning to ride on an Oregon beach to pedaling on recumbent bikes at Craig Hospital post-injury, biking embodies movement, autonomy, and a return to the mountains for me.

I'm a Philly native who found her way to Colorado in 2022 for work. With a background in biomedical engineering, I'm now the Director of Clinical Strategy at Veeva Systems, championing clinical trial software for emerging biotechs. I'm passionate about female leadership in tech, mentoring, and embracing my Indian heritage.

In my spare time, I love exploring new foods, cheering on sports teams, and traveling. Despite cultural barriers, I've pursued various athletic passions, from biking and randonneuring to snowboarding. Now diving into gravel biking, I'm eager to connect with the community, push my limits, and empower others who share my background. Biking isn't just a hobby for me—it's a space of growth, connection, and empowerment.

I'm originally from the UK and moved to the US for a research position at UT 13 years ago. After living in Austin for a decade, I relocated to Golden, CO, where I work full-time in the tech industry and enjoy life with my husband and 6-year-old daughter.

Cycling has been my sanctuary, especially after a breast cancer diagnosis at age 36, just months after giving birth. Despite undergoing over 20 surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation, I refused to let cancer define me. Two years ago, faced with the news of cancer spreading to my spine, I embarked on intensive treatment, leaving me temporarily wheelchair-bound.

Today, I'm grateful to be in remission and back on the bike. Selling my e-bike, I purchased a gravel bike to reclaim my fitness and participated in the SBT GRVL race, completing the 60-mile course and raising funds for a local non-profit. While I may not reach the peak of my previous fitness, I've gained a new appreciation for resilience and the healing power of exercise. My journey inspires me to advocate for the role of outdoor adventure in cancer survivorship.”