Julie Babin
Toronto, Ontario
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Having grown up as a competitive swimmer, I came to road cycling as an adult through competing in local triathlons. Once I immersed myself in Toronto's group cycling culture in 2015, I found a passion for the sport. Cycling with companions is way more fun than solo riding! The women I met while riding were impressive, yet scant.
Seeing a need for a welcoming space for women in a male-dominated sport, I co-founded Bikes on Wheels Women - a group dedicated to encouraging female-identified and non-binary road cyclists. We ride twice-weekly at 6am, and Tuesday/Fridays have quickly become my favourite days of the week! Having started as only a handful, we now have over eighty active members; realizing the need for this positive space.
I'm proud to be a part of the PEPPERMINT family, and to wear a brand that's not just designed locally, but also produced in Canada.
I appreciate having activewear that speaks to my lifestyle, and translates from cycling to skiing to hiking to yoga to running !
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https://www.instagram.com/juliebabin/
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FAVORITE ITEM
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FLAG LONG-SLEEVE JERSEY
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https://en.peppermintcycling.com/collections/tops-2/products/flag-long-sleeve-jersey?variant=12070404816964
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