Episode 116: Kristy McBride - Historic Marji Gesick Buckle Finisher

About this episode

Kristy McBride discusses her journey to becoming one of the first women to finish the Marji Gesick 100 mile bike race in under 12 hours.

The 2025 Marji Gesick saw something many people thought was impossible - three women finished the 100 mile bike in under 12 hours, earning them the coveted Marji Buckle. One of those incredible women, Kristy McBride, joins the podcast to talk about her several-year journey leading up to this historical accomplishment - from starting as a runner, why she bought her first bike, and why she chose to ride a single speed at this year's Marji.

People in this episode

Guest: Kristy McBride

Topics covered

• cycling
• Marji Gesick
• women in sports
• single speed biking
• athletic journey

Keywords

• Marji Gesick
• Kristy McBride
• biking
• women cyclists
• single speed
• athletic achievement
• endurance racing

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Marji Buckle

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