While Moab is widely known as a world-class destination for mountain biking, it is not necessarily known for its friendliness to beginners or mellow enthusiasts, nor for its inclusivity and diversity.
Our RAR chapter was born out of a desire to help create an inclusive and supportive community here and to connect rural riders from the greater Four Corners area. We have all enjoyed organizing and participating in femme-led bike outings and look forward continuing to grow an intentional and welcoming cycling community in the Four Corners region.
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CORE GROUP
Makeda
Makeda (she/her) is a Midwest transplant to Moab and has called this valley home since 2017. Originally drawn to Moab as a climber, Makeda became involved in the Moab bike community in the Fall of 2019 and hasn’t stopped pedaling since. Whether it’s coordinating bikepacking trips with FTW individuals in the area, helping with community bike maintenance events, or goofing around on the trail, she wants to foster a space where everyone can enjoy themselves on two wheels. When she’s not biking or working for a local nonprofit, Makeda can be found making art, sewing clothes, and running around in the desert.
Molly
Molly (she/her) has lived on the Colorado Plateau for over a decade, and has called Moab home for three years. She works in public lands management and is passionate about land access and stewardship. She loves moving through these landscapes with bikes, packrafts, and her own two feet.
Paige
Paige (she/her): I have lived in Moab since 2011 and currently work as a bike mechanic at both a shop and for a race team. I love biking for all the reasons…but mostly health, happiness, and friendship. It inspires an endless quest for improvement and adventure. I enjoy teaching women bike maintenance skills and in general helping folks get on bikes and keep them working well.
Zoe
Zoe (she/her): Hi! I’m Zoe and I am so excited to be a part of RAR! I’ve lived in Moab, Utah since 2016 and am currently in school to become a nurse. I get excited about wildflowers, salty snacks, mental healthcare, harm reduction, and long rides. My bike brings me joy, community, and strength – I can’t wait to share these things with the growing RAR community.
RAR Chapters will advocate, support, and uplift BIPOC and FTWN-B cyclists in their local communities! Find a RAR Chapter in your area and learn more about each group.
Latest Chapter News
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RAR Northeast Autumn Retreat
Have you heard? RAR Northeast Chapters are collaborating to create an autumn retreat in Topsham, VT, from Sept 13 to 16, 2024! WHAT IS RAR NAR? The first-ever Radical Adventure Riders Northeast Autumn Retreat is a long weekend full of workshops, group rides, shared meals, bonfire stories, community building, bike skills, and joy! The theme for the……
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RAR Summer Merch Drop
We’ve got new RAR t-shirts, bucket hats, and tote bags for y’all to rep this summer! We also have a limited amount of tie-dye Cat Bicycle t-shirts! Each is meticulously hand-dyed, ensuring every shirt is unique. Every purchase supports RAR programs that foster more gender inclusivity and racial equity in cycling and the outdoors.
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FTWNB Led Cycling Events
With recent announcements from UCI banning transgender women from competing in the women’s category during races, we wanted to uplift events doing the amazing work to create spaces for the FTWNB community. Here is a list of femme, trans, women, and non-binary led cycling events to support, follow, and attend. This is not a comprehensive……