Dirty Chain Podcast Episode 116: Kristy McBride - Historic Marji Gesick Buckle Finisher

Overview:

Trevor sits down with Christy McBride, a Marquette local and one of the first three women to ever earn a Marji Gesick buckle. In a historic day for the notoriously difficult 100-mile mountain bike race, Christy, along with Syd Schultz and Kate Boyle, finished in under the 12-hour cutoff. This episode dives into Christy's incredible journey, from being a non-cyclist just a few years ago to accomplishing this monumental goal. In a stunning twist, she reveals that she completed the feat on a single-speed bike due to a last-minute injury, a decision that may have unintentionally been the key to her success.

Christy McBride's story is one of rapid progression, immense dedication, and unexpected triumphs. Her sub-12-hour, single-speed Marji Gesick finish is not just a personal victory but a landmark achievement that has shattered a long-standing barrier in the endurance cycling community. The episode highlights the power of belief, the strength of collaboration, and the inspiring notion that with consistency and grit, what once seemed impossible can become a reality.