Inclusion
Our Programs
Inclusion programming is about creating spaces and opportunities where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected.
Already registered for Roam Fest but want to be considered for a scholarship or program? Accepted applicants are eligible for a refund of 2025 festival pass fees.
Reach out to our Director of People & Culture Rachel Olzer for questions regarding inclusion or inclusion programs.
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BIPOC Fellowship
The Roam BIPOC Fellowship fosters camaraderie, belonging, and community for Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color riders at Roam Fest. This program actively cultivates intentional, accessible, and welcoming spaces in mountain biking, enabling dozens of riders to experience Roam by addressing barriers.
Applications close: June 10, 2025
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Roam Rowdies
Roam Rowdies, in collaboration with athlete and advocate Brooke Goudy, was created to foster connections, elevate and center Black women in mtb and outdoor communities, and celebrate Black joy. Selected applicants ("Rowdies") receive financial support to attend Roam Fest, including a pre-event skills day with Yeti Cycles.
Applications close: June 10, 2025
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Para-Adaptive
Join us at Roam as we work to create more diverse, equitable, and inclusive spaces for every rider. Our para/adaptive program aims to lead in normalizing the intentional planning for and invitation of riders with physical disabilities to events, integrating these athletes with the same thoughtful planning and stoke as everyone else.
Applications close: When program is full
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Queer Scholarship
Roam Fest recognizes that there are complex social and economic barriers facing our queer community. We are partnering with Subaru this year to reduce the economic barrier to attending Roam Fest for queer folks in our community.
Please only apply if this scholarship would reduce financial barriers for you.
Application Closes: June 10,2025
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Deaf Shredders
At Roam, we foster an inclusive community by providing certified ASL interpreters, comprehensive staff training, and event communications for a more mindful deaf experience. Connect with fellow Deaf and hearing riders, build skills, and explore the Grand valley.
Indicate on event registration form if you are deaf (ASL fluency not required) so we can ensure appropriate communication support. Contact us if there are financial barriers to your participation in Roam Fest.
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Roam Media Core
Roam Media Core offers mentorship for experienced photographers and videographers, inspiring and educating future digital creators. Interns gain real-world experience at Roam Fest, collaborating with leading industry professionals to create compelling action sports storytelling over this four-day program.
Applications close: May 25, 2025
Affinity Rides
Social affinity rides are no-drop party pace group rides hosted for a variety of folks across identities.
Affinity Rides are included in your festival passand will be posted on our event schedule.
Some rides are exclusive, meaning they are for folks who specifically identify with a group:
Parents Ride
Solo Shredders Ride
¡A Rodar, Ciclistas!
50+ Riders
Recovery (aka Sober AF) Affinity Ride
BIPOC Ride
Queers, Theys, & Gays Ride
Others are inclusive, meaning anyone who cares to support or party with a group may join:
All Bodies on Bikes Gravel Adventure
Para/Adaptive Curious Ride
The Gift (clothing optional) Breast Cancer Awareness campground lap with Tits Deep
What People Are Saying
“This is my favorite bike event I've attended. I've been to Crankworx Whistler, Sea Otter etc. You can tell it's so intentionally inclusive. I felt that throughout the weekend in various settings. So fun and positive!”
— Hannah, 2024 Roam Fest Fruita Participant