Meet Olympic cyclist Kristen Faulkner | Outdoor Explorer

Alaska Public Media | By Ammon Swenson

Published July 25, 2024 at 11:38 AM AKDT

A woman spreads her arms as she finishes a bike race. — Kristen Faulkner is originally from Homer, Alaska and is a member of the U.S. Olympic track cycling team for this summer’s Paris games. (Courtesy of Kristen Faulkner)

Did you know that one of the best professional cyclists in the world is an Alaskan? Kristen Faulkner from Homer is a member of the U.S. Olympic track cycling team for this summer’s Paris games. This week she joins Outdoor Explorer to discuss the finer points of riding a bike inside a velodrome.

HOST: Adam Verrier

GUEST: Kristen Faulkner, U.S. Olympic track cycling team

LINKS:
Kristen Faulkner's website Team USA Cycling website

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Ammon Swenson

Ammon Swenson is Alaska Public Media’s Audio Media Content Producer. He was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. He graduated from UAA in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and integrated media. He’s previously worked for KRUA radio, the Anchorage Press, and The Northern Light.

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