A professional cyclist since 2000, Kim is the ultimate team player. Her strength lies in climbing, breakaways and always being in place to help her teammates. She has won stages in Redlands, Estes Park and Tour of the Gila and her constant form and reliability is an asset to the team. In 2008 she placed second in the Swedish World Cup and in August of 2009 she won Route de France.

Kim is also the person who can make someone laugh at the toughest moments, an asset that constantly brings the team together.

2009 Results

• Winner of Route de France 2009
  

 

I've always had my own personal goals, some I've achieved, some I haven't, but I've come to a realization that I'd like to step away known more for how I was as a Teammate. Positive, unselfish and if some stage wins pass my way, that's just icing on the cake!

The primary reason would be that I want to ride for Bob Stapleton, the owner of Team High Road is simply because he has fought to keep Women's Cycling around in some form or another. And because of that, he now has the #1 Women's Team in the World!

 

• What are you doing when you're not cycling?

Moving! We move a bunch so I don't have time for hobbies!! : )

• What do you like about riding for Team Columbia-HTC?

That we've truly become a Team. It will be the 4th year some of us have raced together and each year the unity grows.

• What is your greatest childhood memory on 2 wheels?

Well, it was actually on 3 wheels and it was known as a "Big Wheel!" We would rally down the  snow packed, icy streets, throw the "brakes" on and see who could skid or perform the best donuts!!!

• How did you get into cycling?

I previously played basketball in College and was looking for something else to do when some friends introduced me to Mt. Biking. I was hooked!

• What has been your biggest challenge as a pro cyclist?

Patients! There are so many dreams and goals that I've set for myself along the way which are hard to achieve.

• Share a memorable pro career moment:

Was actually my first Podium at a Pro Mt. Bike Race!

• What is your most embarrassing moment?

I can't come up with one, and I know I have tons!

• What is the last song you listened to before you turned off your Ipod/Zune?

Bob Marley, can't remember the name.

• What is the best book you have ever read?

Tuesdays with Morrey

• What is your favorite comfort food?

Anything sweet!

• What can someone do that really bothers you?

Drink the last cup of coffee! : ) Kidding. How about complain a lot or Lie!