Share your story for a chance to win 1 of 3 signed books by Molly Hurford
Stories have the power to inspire and change lives. We want to hear yours.
Tell us about how, where and with whom you love to move your body and get entered for a chance to win 1 of 3 signed books by Molly Hurford. Winners will be randomly selected and announced on seewhatshecando.com, Facebook, and Twitter on Friday, June 21, 2019. To share your story: visit seewhatshecando.com, look for the LOG IN and SIGN UP FREE buttons and follow the steps below:
Need some inspiration? Read SWSCD member Laura Skjelmose's story. For Laura Skjelmose, the love of being outdoors motivates her to visit Hardwood Ski and Bike every weekend. While her 6-year old son participates in the Radical Rider mountain bike program, Laura's rides the obstacles and trails with her 3-year old son. Laura's story demonstrates how mountain bike trail riding has enabled her to enjoy family time with her young sons and husband while also helping her to be an active role model for her boys.
About Molly
Molly Hurford is a journalist in love with all things cycling, running, nutrition and movement-related. When not outside, she’s writing about being outside, travel, and athletic style on TheOutdoorEdit.com, or interviewing world-class athletes and scientists for The Consummate Athlete Podcast, which she co-hosts with her equally-active husband, Smart Athlete coach Peter Glassford. She’s the author of multiple books and her most recent project, Shred Girls, is a young adult fiction series (and website!) focused on getting girls excited about bikes. The first book in the series, “Shred Girls: Lindsay’s Joyride” just came out May 7.
About Shred Girls: Lindsay's Joyride
Suggested for readers aged 8-14
It's time to ride and save the day!
Lindsay can't wait to spend her summer break reading comics and watching superhero movies--until she finds out she'll be moving in with her weird older cousin Phoebe instead. And Phoebe has big plans for Lindsay: a BMX class at her bike park with cool-girl Jen and perfectionist Ali.
Lindsay's summer of learning awesome BMX tricks with new friends and a new bike turns out to be more epic than any comic book--and it's all leading up to a jumping competition.
But some of the biker boys don't think girls should be allowed to compete in BMX. Now it's up to Lindsay, Jen, and Ali to win the competition and prove that anyone can be great at BMX.
Early readers say…
It’s a great book. It is my favorite bike book I have ever read. I think it’s cool they do bunny hops and other tricks. I want to go to joyride now! I’d give it 5 stars and it’s an exciting book to read! -Margo, 8
Lindsay is obsessed with superheroes and wants to become one someday. She was so excited for summer vacation so she can practice her superhero tricks every day. Unfortunately, Lindsay’s parents tell her that she has to spend the summer away with her older cousin Phoebe. Lindsay believes this to be terrible news, but little does she know Phoebe is going introduce her to a new world of adventure on two wheels. Molly Hurford creates an awesome story about a girl who starts out shy but gains confidence and new friends while learning to Shred. This book is truly a “Joy Ride”. -Riley, 10
Riley is a good reader but not an obsessive reader. We make her read at least 30 mins every night. She’s read Harry Potter etc but rarely reads for more than an hour at a time. Well, she started Shred Girls tonight and hasn’t put it down. She’s on chapter 14 and just looked up and said “I sure hope she writes a second book”. -Tom (Riley’s dad)
Lindsay’s Joyride was very inspiring and definitely a fun read. It made me want to go back to Joyride 150 (which is one of my favorite places), hop on my bike, and try something new. I think all girls should read it, rider or not, because it really shows that riding is all about fun. You don’t have to be super good or competitive. All you need is the willingness to have fun and try something new. Molly’s book portrays that message clearly and in an interesting way. I love riding my bike and I loved reading Lindsay’s Joyride. -Jett, 12
More info: Visit shred-girls.com or email molly@theoutdooredit.com
About Saddle Sore
Ever felt uncomfortable while riding a bike? If you haven’t, good for you! But if you’ve ever dealt with chafing, weird butt pimples, numbness ‘down there’ or a saddle that just rubbed you the wrong way, you’re not alone. That’s where the guide “Saddle, Sore: Ride Comfortable, Ride Happy” can help. I asked cyclists, from beginners to pros, if they had questions they didn’t feel comfortable asking in a shop, or even at the doctor’s office. The answer? Hell yes!
Have you found yourself asking: Do I have a saddle sore? And if so, what do I do? Is it OK if I’m numb down there after a ride? How do I find the right saddle? How do I deal with bad PMS cramps on the bike?
About Fuel Your Ride
Athletes know that proper nutrition is important, but finding the right balance can be complicated. Fuel Your Ride is a comprehensive guide to performance nutrition for cyclists and provides all the tools you need to customize a unique nutrition plan to achieve maximum performance. This book teaches riders everything from what to eat on race day to avoid the dreaded bonk to how to lose weight while consuming enough nutrients and power hard training rides. Fuel Your Ride combines the expert advice of numerous nutritionists, coaches, and professional cyclists to present a simple, clean, and whole foods approach to eating complete with easy-to-follow recipes that include delicious and nutritious vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
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