RIDER PROFILE: KIMMI WARD
Who is Kimmi Ward?
Kimmi Ward is… Happiest when outside on two wheels. California born, Colorado raised Facilitator of Fun at Specialized Austin. I appreciate spontaneity and senseless random acts of goodness. I am one of many interests and none of them include stupidity or selfishness. I spend too much time thinking about where my life is going, and if I look like I’m here, trust me I’m really not.
I over-analyze on a regular basis. Tuning into intense emotions and articulating them as best as I can. I find value in feelings. Especially empathy and compassion. I strongly dislike using "either/or" language and avoid speaking in absolutes. I've found that most things in life are affected by "both/and". If this confuses you, just ask. I would suggest that an ideal life lies somewhere between my own defiant indolence and the rest of the world’s endless frenetic hustle. I’m sure my soul's purpose on this planet is to make magic happen and be a bad influence on a select few.
My own resolute idleness has mostly been a luxury rather than a virtue, but I did make a conscious decision, a long time ago, to choose time over money, since I’ve always understood that the best investment of my limited time on earth was to spend it with people I love. It is possible that one day I’ll go to my grave regretting that I didn’t work a little harder, but I think what I’ll really be saying is “I wish I would have rode my bike just a few more miles that day, or had one more long winded discussion about life with my Dad, or hiked just a few more hours with my dog, shared one last good kiss with my lover.
“Life is too short to not be present to all that is calm and beautiful.”
I eat monsters in my sleep because they are yummy.
I frequently have one-night stands with myself, and then I don't even call. Other than that, I’m pretty normal.
What do you do when you’re not riding a bike?
When I’m not riding my bike…I’m most likely working. The moments when I peel myself away from work, you will find me hiking with the dog, spending time with people I love, playing pickle ball, climbing, camping, taking photos, paddling, sipping whiskey, listening to Willie on vinyl, sitting on a bench watching people walk by, and/or causing trouble somewhere.
Where is your favorite breakfast in Austin?
My favorite breakfast in Austin is a toss-up between Veracruz traditional tacos and Snooze pineapple upside down pancakes alongside a breakfast sammie on pretzel bun, washed down with a mimosa and oat milk latte. Perfection!
Why do you ride with Breakfast Club?
I ride with Breakfast Club because it’s the bike family I’ve always wanted and never knew I needed! I love the police escorts that make us feel extra safe and special. The routes are some of my favorites that Austin has to offer. But mostly it’s the people. I love the diversity of riders and that we have a place to call home in BFC. Oh, and the merch is on point! Did I mention the people and how much I love them!
