Our Mission

Roll Models is built around the belief that getting outside, riding bikes and doing adventurous things together can change how we see ourselves and what we think we’re capable of.

Our mission is to reduce the barriers that prevent women, trans and non-binary folk from accessing the outdoors by bike.

We create welcoming pathways into cycling and outdoor adventure through mentorship, skills-sharing and community events, where participants can build confidence, connect with others, and experience the physical and mental wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors.

We encourage people to discover nature close to home through low-impact bike travel, fostering a deeper connection with local landscapes and promoting responsible stewardship of the outdoors.

How it works
Reflections on our first year

Our team

Athlyn, Founder (she/her)

Athlyn is an adventure dabbler – on two wheels, on foot, on skis, or at the end of a climbing rope. While living in Canada, she was part of a programme called Mountain Mentors as both a mentee and mentor, where she embarked on ski and alpine adventures in British Columbia's coastal mountains supported by an incredible group of women and gender minorities. Experiencing the benefits of mentorship both ways inspired Athlyn to create a similar programme here in Bristol.

With a background in participatory design, facilitation and communications (plus some experience as a bike mechanic), Roll Models brings together her passion for adventure, community and creating spaces where more people can feel confident getting outside.

Collective support

We are grateful to be supported by our community with events organisation, social media, and project admin. Roll Models is looking to convene a steering group in autumn 2026. Reach out if you are interested and have expertise in the following:

  • Fundraising and partnerships

  • Programme design and evaluation

  • Community building and DEI

  • Communications and storytelling

  • Operations and governance

Contact us

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