Cycling gains momentum among largest Native American tribe but bikes are scarce — here's how you can help

Sportful releases limited edition run of artist jerseys to raise funds to get native youth on bikes

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The Navajo Nation, one of the largest Native American territories in the United States, spans approximately 28,000 square miles and is home to around 200,000 people. In this vast community, cycling is emerging as one of the fastest-growing recreational activities. But it’s a very new trend and one with many obstacles in its path. 

When retired cyclist Scott Nydam (formerly of BMC Racing) and his family moved to the edge of the Navajo reservation in 2016 for his wife’s healthcare profession, he quickly connected with passionate local bikers eager to share their love for the sport. But they faced one main problem: a severe lack of access to bicycles. There wasn’t even a single bike shop in the region.

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Anne-Marije Rook