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Rachel Olzer: Working Toward Gender Diversity and Racial Equity
Executive Director, Rachel Olzer, was recognized as one of Bicycling’s Riders-of-the-Year, acknowledging them as a trailblazer who takes the lead in creating inclusive & welcoming spaces for underrepresented cyclists.
Quick Brown Foxes Podcast by Ayesha McGowan with Special Guest Dr. Rachel Olzer
In this chapter, Ayesha McGowan talks to organizer, storyteller, speaker, co-founder of Pedal2thePeople and current Executive Director of All Bikes Welcome, Dr. Rachel Olzer.
Organization Spotlight: All Bikes Welcome
Rachel Olzer (she/they), partnered up with Ride with GPS to talk about the mission of fostering racial equity and gender diversity in outdoor and cycling spaces. Rachel speaks about the motivation, challenges, and why the work of All Bikes Welcome and Grit Fest is important in the Northwest Arkansas corridor.
5 News Online: Grit Fest held in Northwest Arkansas
Grit MTB Festival was featured in our local news outlet, showcasing the event and the mission of All Bikes Welcome.
Terrain Magazine: Building Diversity in Biking at the Grit MTB Festival
Author and previous Grit Fest attendee, Missy Phegley, described Grit MTB Festival as a transformative gathering that goes beyond biking, fostering a community committed to racial equity and gender diversity. Read the full article below!
Ride with GPS: 48 Hours in Fayetteville, AR
Your Complete Stay & Play Itinerary for the ultimate Ozark Gravel Adventure in Fayetteville, Arkansas! Thank you to Ride with GPS for including us among this list!
Interview with WTF Bikes
Grit Fest 2022 participant, Kat Steele (she/her) from WTF Bikes, talks with Executive Director, Rachel Olzer (she/they) about All Bikes Welcome, Grit Fest, and the state of inclusivity in cycling.
BIPoC Outside - S2 Episode 1: Your Right to Move
Executive Director, Rachel Olzer (she/they), explores building community, harnessing storytelling as a powerful tool, not resting on your privilege, and our right to move.
Girls Gone Gravel Podcast - Episode 117
Executive Director, Rachel Olzer (she/they), shares her journey in cycling, from starting on an oversized bike to finding joy through mountain bike racing while navigating the challenges of living in the midst of a racial uprising.
Bikes or Death Podcast - Episode 21
Founder & Development Director, Beckie Irvin (she/her), talks Grit Fest with Patrick at Bikes or Death