Being a community leader means recognizing that who you are and what you do holds meaning for those around you, and accepting responsibility for being the example that many need. By being true to yourself in a way that both honors the community and yourself, you can lead others to do the same.

The east side trails in Austin have to be my favorite. There's so many trails back there to get lost on and shred. Did it a few times with a drop bar gravel bike, but its way more fun on a hardtail

This season, you will find me doing some gravel racing as we head into cyclocross season. I can be found on the bike most days, spinning my road tires, ducking trees on singletrack, and getting dusty on gravel routes. People keep mentioning cross-training, but that's just getting out and riding different types of bikes right?

I'm focused on contributing to the work Austin's Yellow Bike Project, Black History Bike Ride, and Explore Austin do for my new home. Through those relationships, I'm able to meet and collaborate with some amazing folx and riders, leading educational rides around the city, teaching people mechanic skills, and helping guide kids on MTB trips! Started the BottomBracketBoys (@BBBatxtothemoon); a cycling family that welcomes and uplifts members of the African Diaspora in the greater ATX area. We lead rides, collaborate with local musicians and organizations on projects, and show up making noise to support our riding community.

Be true to yourself! It's true that being in biking makes you cool, but its more true that doing what you love and what honors your true self makes you the coolest. People will recognize your passion and want to support that