Rachael Walker

Rachael Walker got into mountain biking relatively late at the age of 18, as a natural progression from snowboarding. Rachael’s twenties were split in two – lengthy days in London as a corporate lawyer broken up by weekends disappearing into the woods. It soon became clear which was more important; after coming to the end of a case Rachael managed to secure a six-month sabbatical to really get into biking. Unfortunately, six weeks in, she broke both wrists in a downhill race in Scotland, and before she knew it was back behind her desk doing eighteen-hour days.

With a taste of a different life, Rachael jumped at the chance to join Hope, where she has been for the last seven years. Today, Rachael is a brand manager for Hope and Hopetech Women, heading up their visionary programme to inspire and support other female riders. This involves organising rides around the county and providing women with a chance to try out demo bikes. Rachael herself races all over the world.

Cycling UK’s 100 Women in Cycling is an annual list celebrating inspirational women who are encouraging others to take part in this wonderful and life-enhancing activity.