The She Sends Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of the second round of the Strava Strive for More Grant Program — an initiative created to empower young women chasing big dreams in off-road cycling.

At its heart, Special Blend Gravel is about more than riding—it’s about creating space where everyone belongs, where practice leads to progress, and where inspiration flows both ways.

Design developed in collaboration with XC World Champion and Olympian, Kate Courtney. Proudly supporting the She Sends Foundation, inspiring women and girls to chase their dreams.

As first-time sponsors, we were beyond stoked to join the action and add to the fun at the top of Packer Saddle with our She Sends Foundation aid station.

Send it for a cause with Kate Courtney’s limited-edition She Sends Racing BC40. Color-matched fork upgrade delivers a full ride of sparkle-watts.

Strava, the app for active people, today announced the 2025 recipients of the She Sends Foundation Grant, as part of the company’s Strive for More™ initiative. 

The She Sends Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Strava x She Sends Foundation “Strive for More” Grant Program, a new initiative to support young female off-road cyclists in their pursuit of elite-level competition.

Kate Courtney on redefining elite performance, finding joy in the struggle & seeing sport as an authentic expression.

This year, U19 participants from Monarch Racing’s mentorship program tackled a rugged 49-mile course, emerging as empowered athletes prepared for challenges on and off the bike.

Press Release: Professional MTB racer Kate Courtney teams up with longtime youth cycling leader Vanessa Hauswald to grow the nonprofit supporting women and girls in cycling.

Courtney has now announced that she's built her own program for 2025, with sponsors being revealed over the coming days.