Travel Devil

From Pro Cyclist to Bicycle Touring Mom w/ Fatima Berton

Clara Francken Season 2 Episode 28

Can you be a cyclist, a mother, and a content creator—all at once? Fatima Berton (@bertoniiii) proves that you can.

In this episode of Travel Devil, we dive into bike touring as a family, the realities of women in professional cycling, and how Fatima balances life on two wheels with motherhood. From competing at a pro level while working full-time to challenging stereotypes about what’s possible as a mom, Fatima shares her inspiring journey of resilience, adventure, and passion.

  • Why she left professional racing despite her love for cycling
  • How she started bike touring with a 4-month-old baby
  • Choosing the right destinations & gear for family bike trips
  • The struggle for fair pay in women's cycling
  • Being a content creator in the cycling world – the good, the bad, and the unpaid work

This episode is for anyone who loves cycling, is curious about family bike travel, or wants to hear an honest take on what it means to be a woman in cycling.

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