Velocio // Exploro isn't just about podium finishes. 

This elite women's gravel cycling team aims to push its athletes’ limits and inspire a new generation of female cyclists to chase their own goals – embodying positive and powerful role models, both on and off the bike.

In this new episode of the She Rides video series, we caught up with the riders and got to know their stories.

Competing in the biggest gravel races in the U.S. and all over the world, the Velocio //Exploro roster comprises 8 women: BrittLee Bowman (Team Owner, General Manager), Rachel Wills, Meghan Owens, Taneika Duhaney, Katie Kantzes, Sarah Lange, Gabrielle Henry, Sammi Runnels.

"I love being a part of a group of women who are passionate, inspiring, creative, and warm-hearted. I love being in that environment. Everybody in the group loves to surround themselves with that.

It's always so inspiring to see all these women be able to take on everything and still make time in their lives for bike racing because it is so important to them also.

Pushing yourself to physical exertion can be such a bonding experience. Many teammates, both past and present, have become some of my best friends, which is awesome".

BRITTLEE BOWMAN

"Velocio // Exploro is a super unique environment, where we're not totally results-based but more community event-oriented, aiming to get more women on bikes.

Everyone has their own journey from the start to the finish line and it's all about celebrating those experiences along the way. 

The squad is so driven by powerful women in their roles at home, at work, and on our playing field, which happens to be gravel".

RACHEL WILLS