Imogen started cycling five years ago but struggled cycling in groups due to anxiety. After attending a few Breeze rides she was addicted. Imogen carried out the ride leaders' course and became the area coordinator for Cornwall and Devon. She works tirelessly for the women she leads, and is determined to break down barriers of entry for women, particularly through a recent YouTube video bringing together industry voices. 

Imogen Callaway said...

"There wasn't a reason I started cycling, but I just wanted to get out on my bicycle. I started out on short rides but due to social anxiety I really struggled going along to group rides. I started to go on a few Breeze rides after getting a bit of courage and became addicted!

"In no time I had signed up to the ride leaders course and within 6 months asked to become the area coordinator for Cornwall and Devon. I also became brave enough to go along to my local club, which was really daunting but I managed to do it!

"Cycling really is my happy place, I don't ride for speed or anything serious, all for fun, smiles and cake!"

Nominated by...

Imogen Callaway was nominated for the 100 Women in Cycling by Immy Sykes, who said:

"Imogen is full of love and excitement for cycling. I know she works tirelessly for the women she leads on Breeze rides, and is determined to break down barriers of entry for women. Imogen recently produced a massive YouTube video about why women cycle, bringing voices from all over the industry together. I feel Imogen represents a lot of what I aspire to be – a force for good in women's cycling, and a highly visible glimmer of hope for all those within the industry. I know she has been extremely influential in encouraging women who don't necessarily 'fit the stereotype' into the sport, and I am very grateful she continues to put herself out there and try bettering the community." 

Imogen recently produced a massive youtube video about why women cycle, bringing voices from all over the industry together. I feel Imogen represents a lot of what I aspire to be – a force for good in women's cycling, and a highly visible glimmer of hope for all those within the industry.

Immy Sykes

 Michelle Brideau also nominated Imogen and said: "Imogen has led many Breeze rides. She's always encouraging those new to cycling to get out on their bike by sharing her own ride struggles which many can relate to."