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On this episode Kathryn and Kristi are joined by our friend, and frequent flier on the podcast, Alison Tetrick. Ali will be leading our More Women More Miles 100 mile group at Unbound 2026, and she is here this week to give us all of her best tips on how to make the most of your race day - whether it is Unbound or any other gravel adventure you might be taking on. She covers everything from wind management, to aid station stops, to how to make friends and be a good wheel. As a rider with a deep well of experience at Unbound, Ali also shares her advice on what to pre-ride, how to “flatten out” the race, and how to manage the chaos of race morning. If you are planning on being at any gravel events this year, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! For more tips and insight from Ali, you can sign up for the Girls Gone Gravel newsletter at https://feisty.co/more-women-more-miles/ Follow Ali on Instagram @amtetrick. Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

On this week’s episode Kathryn and Kristi are joined by co-founder of the Mid South Gravel Crystal Wintle. After getting a taste of gravel while attending Emporia State University, Crystal moved to Stillwater, Oklahoma and started a bike shop with her husband. That same year they started the Mid South Gravel race, and what began as a gathering of a few of their friends has grown into one of the best-known gravel races in the US. Crystal talks about the factors that drove their decision to start the event, and how leading with love has kept the feeling of belonging alive for participants as the race continues to grow. Follow The Mid South on Instagram @midsouthgravel. Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

This week, we welcome guest Kristen Owenreay, a participant at fall gravel camp and recent DFL from Mid South 2026. Kristen shares her experience at MidSouth, where she decided to take on her first century ride. She opens up about losing her mom at age 23, and how that motivates her to ride her bike purely for the joy of it. Kristen also discusses her involvement with All Bodies on Bikes, which started in 2024, and shares her plans for the year, including the Tour de France Femme avec Zwift! Follow Kristen on instagram @makingmorel Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

We’ve all been there; you are 90 minutes into your long ride and you just cannot get comfortable on your saddle no matter what you do. There’s nothing that kills the fun of a ride quite like saddle pain. Lucky for us, we are joined this week by Chloe Murdock, a physical therapist, pelvic health specialist and bike fitter to help solve your saddle pain. Chloe’s extensive background in these three areas makes her the perfect expert to help us address common saddle issues for women. She explains when and why you should seek a bike fit, and how this can be your first step to eliminating saddle pain. Chloe also goes over some common causes of saddle pain, how to tell if your saddle is the wrong one for you, a few common solutions to soft tissue pain, and how to deal with the dreaded saddle sore. Chloe will be opening her very own bike fit studio in May 2026 in Minneapolis, MN. You can contact her at [email protected].

On our episode this week Kristi catches up with our friend Sarah Sturm at the finish line of Mid South Gravel where she raced the 50 Mile event. Sarah recently announced her pregnancy, and she and Kristi dive into Sarah’s pregnancy journey so far and how she is learning to find her own path through it. At Mid South this year Sarah raced with the masses, and she talks about what that experience was like, as well as why it’s important to continue to support the amateur races, not just the pros. Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

Jill Nazeer is the Brand Manager for Salsa Cycles, and this week she joins Kathryn and Kristi to talk about the brand’s mission to build communities in the world of cycling. Salsa is out to remind folks that every rider at every event is valued, and deserves to be celebrated as such. As a beacon of this mission, you can find the famous Salsa Chaise at many gravel events across the country. Jill fills us in on what exactly The Chaise is, what it represents, and at which events you’ll be able to find it this year. A cyclist and gravel racer herself, Jill also talks about balancing training with life on the road. Follow Salsa Cycles on all the socials to stay caught up on all the fun things they have on the go. Follow Jill on Instagram @jille.nazeer

This week Kathryn catches up with cycling coach Serena Bishop Gordon. Serena has been coaching for many years, and this year she is the head coach for the Feisty Winter Cycling program. She first dives into explaining the difference between training vs exercising, and the importance of building progressive load into a training program, and reminds us that rest and recovery are key parts of the training process. With all of the options for training plans out there, it can be hard to determine which plan is right for you. Serena gives us some tips on how to determine if a plan is the right fit for your training needs. She also describes how to measure progress both within one workout, and over time. Serena and Kathryn also tackle some other common questions, like what does FTP stand for, and how do you test it? Serena’s reminder to us is that if you are thinking about getting into a cycling training plan, today is the best day to start! Follow Serena on Instagram @specialblendgravel and learn more about her coaching and camps at www.specialblendgravelcamp.com/

On this week’s show, Kathryn caught up with Paige Onweller and Cécile Lejeune from Cécile’s home in Tucson. The pair are teammates on the Trek Driftless team this year. Paige has been with the team for a few years, but this is a new setup for Cécile, so they chat about how this came about, what pro contracts on a team typically look like, and the benefits of being part of a team. Paige is in Tucson to train with her teammate, and test herself out on some fast group rides as she is coming back from a concussion after being hit by a car in August of 2025. She and Cécile fill us in on how their winter training has been going, and what they are looking forward to this year. Both women have struggled with RED-S in the past, and they talk with Kathryn about how this shapes their view on fuelling now, as well as the importance of fuelling for both performance and health. Follow Cécile on Instagram @cecilejeune Follow Paige on Instagram @paigepowered

On this episode, Kathryn and Kristi catch up with Melisa Rollins and Kate Courtney from Kate’s house in California where they were based for a training camp. This cycling power duo has teamed up to race Cape Epic this year, an eight-day stage race in South Africa. Kate and Melisa battled it out last year in Leadville at both the three day stage race, which Melisa won by less than 30 seconds over Kate, and the Leadville Trail 100 where Kate took the win and Melisa was second, both finishing in record-breaking time. They discuss how the respect they gained for each other as competitors helped bring them together to create a team for Cape Epic. The team will race under the banner of the She Sends Foundation, Kate’s not-for-profit organization that works to get more girls on bikes. They discuss why it is important as women to be visible on bikes to help inspire the next generation, and how the changes to the women’s race this year may help bring better visibility to the elite women's field. Learn more about the She Sends Foundation at shesendsfoundation.org Follow Kate on Instagram @kateplusfate Follow Melisa on Instagram @melisa_rollins Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

On our live episode this week, Kathryn and Kristi get to talk with USA Cycling’s Lauren Hall, and Kate Veronneau who is the Director of Women’s Strategy at Zwift. Lauren and Kate give their take on the state of women’s road cycling leading into the 2026 season and also looking ahead to the 2028 Olympic Games in LA. In this temperature check they chat about the landscape of women’s cycling in the US, how we can grow numbers at start lines, and also how gravel can play a role in that growth. In the last few years we have seen a shift in how women at all levels of cycling are supporting each other, and this starts from the top with the pro women bringing others up with them as well as from the bottom with grass roots support and events. We also get everyone’s take on what and who they are keeping their eye on in women’s cycling this year. Follow Lauren & Kate on Instagram @laurentuckerhall and @kateveronneau Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

On this episode, Kathryn and Kristi get to chat with the “most famous memer in gravel” who is known widely for her Instagram account Holy Spirit of Gravel. They chat about her perspective of cycling as an “online space” and how she is helping to remind cyclists that the spirit of gravel is still very much alive. We hear how she decided to start up the Instagram account, and also how it has helped her build connections with other women in the gravel space and find a common language to communicate with like-minded people. Follow the account on Instagram and YouTube @holyspiritofgravel Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

In this special episode, your Feisty Women's Performance podcast host Dr. Erin Ayala brings together a group of experts on mental health to talk about the science and psychology of stress and collective trauma. Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, Erin also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country. In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves? Join Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma — whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your challenges. Key Takeaways: • What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches. • Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability. • Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing. • Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt. Don't be perfect. Be brave. Guest Introductions: • Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness. • Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities. • Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support. Resources Mentioned: • Center for Healing and Justice through Sport • Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook • "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah • Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar • Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.com

This week we bring you another live episode with the one and only Alison Tetrick, who was our first podcast guest way back in 2020. Ali is a former world tour pro-turned gravel racer, and winner of events like Unbound 200 and Gravel Worlds. Recently, Ali has taken to the trails in a new form, taking up ultra running as well as ultra distance cycling. She talks about how her passions have evolved over time, and why it has been important to her to chase them in a way that feels true to herself. Ali has also been an integral figure in getting more women to start lines, especially at Unbound, and she describes how that work inspiring and motivating others has actually now become an inspiration to her; highlighting the importance of showing up for each other. Ali will be back at Unbound in 2026 at the start line of the 100 mile race in support of the More Women More Mile initiative. If you’ll be there too and want to ride with Ali listen in for all of the details, then head over to https://feisty.co/more-women-more-miles/ to learn more. Follow Ali on Instagram @amtetrick Sign up for the Girls Gone Gravel newsletter at https://feisty.co/cycling/ Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

Welcome to our 6th year of the podcast! Our first guest of 2026 is friend of the podcast, and professional cyclist Sarah Sturm. Sarah joined us live to answer all of our burning questions about her life as a professional off-road cyclist. She talks about managing stress and disappointment, learning from mistakes, navigating her own expectations, and why she loves strength training. Sarah also explains her view on how she and her fellow female racers are continuing to develop the craft of racing in the women’s pro peloton, and the differences in racing in Europe versus North America. Sarah will be returning to the Life Time Grand Prix in 2026, and she talks about what went into her decision to return to the series this year. Join us for live episodes on the Feisty Youtube channel Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com

This week on the show Kathryn and Kristi are chatting with French cyclist, Cécile Lejeune. Cécile grew up in the suburbs of Paris, and got her start in endurance sport in triathlon at age 12. She had quick success in the sport winning national titles in both triathlon and running. This success earned her a running scholarship at Arizona State University. But behind the scenes Cécile was struggling with an eating disorder and battling RED-S, and just one month into her collegiate running career she suffered a stress fracture that ultimately led to her being medically retired from running by the team doctors as ASU. Cécile speaks openly about her struggles with her eating disorder and RED-S, and how she has worked her way back to a more healthy view of fueling and training. She also tells us how leaving running allowed her to find her way into cycling and pursue the sport professionally. After a stint on some UCI road teams in Europe, Cécile moved back to the US and is now part of team CCB. This is her first year in the Life Time Grand Prix, and she is currently in 5th in the overall standings. Follow Cécile on Instagram @cecilejeune Follow us on Instagram: @feistycycling @feisty_media Girls Gone Gravel Website: https://www.girlsgonegravel.com/ Support our Partners: Register for Feisty Fest at https://feisty.co/events/ Wahoo: Learn about the ELEMNT ROAM 3 at https://bit.ly/4tk2j23 Momentous: Use code GIRLSGONEGRAVEL for up to 35% off your first order at livemomentous.com Use the code FeistyGravel15 for 15% off at feedbacksports.com