
HANNAH SIMON
NAME:
Hannah Simon
LOCATION:
Austin, TX
ABOUT:
I'm a queer, femme, ultra-endurance cyclist who is happiest traveling the world by bike! I was a mechanic and bike shop manager for many years, and now I work part time at Chumba USA as a production assistant making bike frames and part time as a barista slinging espres- so. Most of my cycling is long-distance racing in remote areas, though when I am back home it is one of my most social activities. Bikes have brought many of my favorite people into my life and taken me to places I never imagined I'd go. Two trends that I hope continue to be true as I continue to pursue riding bikes!
MEMORABLE RIDE (OR RACE):
The 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan will stick with me for years to come. While being some of the most challenging terrain, the route is so stunning that it makes all of the struggle worth it. The Krygyz people are extremely welcoming despite the language barrier and their hospitality is unmatched. While I would typically hesitate when asked if I'd do a race again, I'm certain I'll go back to Kyrgyzstan someday.
FAVORITE TERAVAIL TIRE:
Though I'm typically mountain biking, my OG favorite is the 700 x 47 Cannonball. Tried and true.