How I got started

I raced Motocross and Desert in the 60-70`s so mountain biking just seemed like a natural extension. I started riding mountain bikes for fun in the early 80`s. In 2000 I decided I would race XC for fun at the Norba Nationals in Mammoth. After that I tried Sea Otter. Discovering that being a competitive XC racer was not in my future, I continued the search for another sport. I found downhill racing at the Women`s Only Weekend in Big Bear in 2002. I raced my Santa Cruz Superlight and won 2nd in my class. I immediately went home and told my husband that I needed a real downhill bike. The rest is history in the making...

Goals for the Future

I will be continuing my training with James Wilson of MTB Strength Training in preparation for the 2008 Season. I will also be racing XC and Dual Slalom this year in addition to DH and Super D.

What inspires you to compete?

Testing your abilities and measuring your results against others. Having fun!!!

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Who says I will ever grow up. The secret to staying young is having fun and staying active.

How's Life Treating You?

Every day on a bike is a good day. Despite injuries and setbacks, I can still ride and race.

SRC Series Champion 2003
Am Cup Champion 2003
Cal State Champion 2003
1st Expert Master Women 35-39 NMBS #3 Big Bear 2004
NORBA National Series Champion 2004
U.S. Mountain Bike National Champion 2004
Cal State DH Champion 2006