Making Space and Stepping Back

The second issue of Radical Adventure Riders Zine Get Rad, titled "Making Space and Stepping Back," showcases the efforts of 13 contributors, including myself, who are dedicated to fostering inclusivity in the cycling and outdoor community. This issue highlights the importance of creating spaces for BIPOC, trans, women, intersex, and gender non-conforming individuals.

In my contribution, I decided to interview four prominent Black female cyclists from the Black Girls Do Bike Denver Chapter. I aimed to capture their essence through photography and crafted collaged illustrated portraits for each woman. Read my essay and see my photography and illustration work below.

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Details of the publication include:

  • Title: Get Rad Be Radical Issue 02, "Making Space and Stepping Back"

  • Content: 120 pages, plus a "making space" sticker

  • Size: 6" x 9"

  • Printing: Versa Press, East Peoria, Illinois

  • Support: All proceeds are directed towards RAR programs, and your support is greatly appreciated.

Contributors to this issue include Alej Perez, Christina Torres, Dia Hodnett, Frit Tam, Guarina Lopez, Jay Malena, Lauren Jones, Lazarus Letcher, Nkenna Onwuzuruoha, Jasmine Brooks, Shankaron Aden Elmi, Taiana Martinez, and Tez De La Tierra.

Molly Sugar serves as the Creative Director & Editor, ensuring the cohesive vision and execution of this issue.

Supported by: This issue is made possible with the support of Specialized Bikes, Ride with GPS, evo, Surly, Bikepacking.com, Kona, Wolf Tooth, and Velocity.