Laura
Slavin
RACER/FREERIDE
Laura picked up a flat bar hybrid in the Spring of 2013 intending to get some exercise while commuting to work. That one, seemingly insignificant decision would be the major influencing factor in nearly every decision made thereafter and would drive her life into uncharted waters. The commuter bike turned into a mountain bike, which turned into a mountain bike race, and eventually lining up with UCI Elites. It turned into a career as an endurance sports coach, becoming a small business opener, riding spots in mtb edits, and being the first girl to hit the biggest freeride line Gravity Logic ever built. Essentially, that first bike was a gateway to untold happiness via a ride-driven life. Laura continues to push her limits as an athlete, ever exploring new avenues to grow within the sport and pursue new two-wheeled adventures.
Yeti bike of choice - why?
What is your first memory on a bike?
Best feeling on a bike?
What is your biggest source of inspiration outside of mountain biking? Why?
A word of advice to the groms
Speed or Style?
Top 3 riding destinations?
Accolades:
- 2 time XC State Champion
- DH National Champion
Laura’s Kit
Kit Details
I wanted to put together a bike that was capable of handling the biggest park hits I could throw at it but still light and nimble enough for someone my size to flick around with ease. This bike is everything I’ve always wanted!
- Frame: SB140 / XS, Turq Series
- Shock: DVO Topaz T3Air, 140mm
- Fork: DVO Diamond Boost, 160mm Travel
- Crankset: Shimano XTR 165mm
- Drivetrain: Shimano XTR 12-speed
- Brakes: Shimano XTR M9120
- Wheelset: Industry Nine Trail 270
- Tires: Kenda Nevegal 2 Pro EMC
- Headset: Cane Creek
- Stem: DEITY Copperhead 50mm
- Bars: DEITY Speedway 30mm Rise
- Grips: DEITY Knuckleduster / Shaolin Yellow
- Seatpost: PNW Components Bachelor W/ Loam Lever
- Saddle: DEITY Speedtrap / Stealth
- Pedals: DEITY TMAC / Platinum