Natascha Grief
Natascha Grief got her first bike shop job before she was old enough to drink. After a six-year stint as a mechanic, earning a couple pro-mechanic certifications and her USA Cycling Race Mechanics license, she became obsessed with framebuilding and decided she wanted to do that next. After Albert Eistentraut literally shooed her off his doorstep, admonishing that if she pursued framebuilding she will be poor forever, she landed an apprenticeship with framebuilder Brent Steelman in her hometown of Redwood City, CA. After that, she spent several years working for both large and not-so-large cycling brands. Somewhere in there she also became a certified bike fitter. Natascha then became a certified personal trainer and spent nine years honing her skills as a trainer and coach, while also teaching Spin. During the dumpster fire that was the year 2020, she opened a fitness studio and began contributing regularly to Runner’s World and Bicycling as a freelance writer. In 2022, she joined the staff of Bicycling as News Editor.
Join Bicycling’s Editors At This Event That Has “The Perfect Party-to-Race Ratio!”
Registration is now open for Grinduro Pennsylvania—and we're going to be there!
How to Watch More Classics Chaos at Dwars door Vlaanderen
This hump day race isn’t just a warm up for Flanders!
Icon of the Cycling World Ugo De Rosa Dies At 89
De Rosa frames have been a fixture in the peloton since the 1960s, but what many don’t know is that each one is built by hand in what's still a family business.
How to Watch Gent-Wevelgem, the Classics Race Practically Made For Sprinters
Despite the cobbles and the climbs, the long flat finish means we’ll likely see an exciting sprint to the line this Sunday.
Astana vs. Scicon: A New Chapter in the Mark Cavendish Sponsorship Drama
Just when we thought the drama was over for Mark Cavendish...
What Your Strava Sub Will Actually Cost: A Timeline
The Strava pricing saga continues in the inbox of our Senior Gear Editor.
What Happened to Marianne Vos During Trofeo Alfredo Binda?
The G.O.A.T. was back at a start line for the first time since having pelvic surgery in February.
Dash Cam Video Shows State Troopers Allegedly Assaulting a Cyclist. Now They’re Facing Charges.
The cops claimed the Michigan man attempted to flee the scene on his bike after he was stopped for riding without lights. The cyclist needed to be hospitalized from his injuries.
The NCL Signs 3-Year Streaming Deal with GCN+
The National Cycling League is promising a new fan-centric racing format that’s designed with spectators in mind.
How To Watch Trofeo Alfredo Binda, the Most Historic Women’s Classics Race
Marianne Vos is back, and Elisa Balsamo is looking for a repeat victory
A TdF Plot Twist, a Spicy Lawsuit, and a Revolutionary Bikeshare: What You Missed in Cycling This Week
Here are the greatest stories you didn't read because you were too busy riding.
Faulkner Fires Back About Her Disqualification from Strade Bianche
“I am proud of how I raced Strade Bianche and I am extremely disappointed with the UCI’s decision.”
How to Watch Milan-San Remo, the First Monument of The Season
The longest one-day race on the men’s calendar is always one of the hardest to predict
Grieving Lotte Kopecky Exorcises Her Pain Winning Nokere Koerse
The SD Worx rider who just lost her older brother wanted to be on the bike.
Kristen Faulkner Disqualified From Strade Bianche After Finishing Third
The American Jayco-Alula rider almost won. Now, she’s losing her spot on the podium altogether.
Julien Alaphilippe’s On-The-Bike Outfit Change Earns Him a UCI Fine. Shocker
To remove his base layer during the fourth stage, the French Soudal-QuickStep rider had to remove several items of clothing, including his helmet. The UCI’s response? Ka-ching.
How to Watch the Cobbles and Climbs of Ronde van Drenthe This Weekend
Elisa Balsamo and Lorena Wiebes are lining up at the same start line for the first time this season.
Ernesto Colnago Personally Responds to Tom Boonen
Boonen responds: “#meaculpa”
Tadej Pogačar Wins Round 1 Over Jonas Vingegaard at Paris-Nice
Stage 4 of Paris-Nice saw the last two men’s Tour de France champions go head-to-head on a tough mountain stage
Some of the Best Moments In This Year’s Strade Bianche
These were some of our favorite moments during the “beautiful chaos” that was the 2023 Strade Bianche
Okay, Let’s Talk About the Horse in the Women's Race at Strade Bianche
Let’s also talk about the rockstar that is Demi Vollering.
How to Watch This Weekend's Strade Bianche, One of the Most Unique Races in the World
You can’t miss it.
Here’s Where NCL Teams Denver Disruptors and Miami Nights Are Racing in 2023
The upstart NCL has released details about where their two new teams will be racing this season.
4-Time Tour de France Winner Chris Froome Really (Really) Dislikes Disc Brakes
The champion rider has made his reservations known since at least 2016, but this Instagram reel may be the funniest way he’s ever done it.
Watch: New Information Released About the Cause of Deadly Arizona Crash
Watch the police press conference releasing additional details about what may have caused the driver of a pickup truck to drive into a group of 20 cyclists in deadly Goodyear crash
Driver Arrested After Horrific Arizona Crash Kills 2 Cyclists, Injures 11
The driver faces charges of manslaughter, aggravated assault, endangerment, and causing serious injury or death by a moving violation.
New Docuseries About Jumbo-Visma Cycling Team Coming to Amazon
The six-episode series features star riders Primoz Roglic and Jonas Vingegaard and it's must-see TV for cycling fans.
Cyclist Blamed For His Own Death During Trial Of a USPS Truck Driver Who Killed Him
Former USPS driver Sergei Alekseev was found guilty of killing cyclist Jeffrey Williamson. But was it a win?
You Need Watch Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, the First Epic Race of the Spring Classics. Here's How.
AVV is going for another win, while all eyes are on Tom Pidcock in the men’s race.
LA Sweat Won’t Be Racing in the NCL, Citing Transparency Concerns
Team director Kelli Sam says her main priority is protecting the riders.
A Photo is Worth a Thousand Words, Time Trial Helmet Edition
The weird-looking time trial helmets took centerstage at Stage 5 of the Volto ao Algarve, especially one that looks like it could have been part of the Star Wars wardrobe.
Machines For Freedom Was a Game-changer for Women Who Love Cycling. Specialized Shut It Down.
The brand’s existence made cycling a more welcoming space for all women. Without any real answers, parent-company Specialized "dissolved" it.