Kathrin is a former pro cyclist from Gränichen, Switzerland, whose professional career spanned from 2012 to 2020. Kathrin’s winning disciplines used to be mountain biking and especially cross-country, in which she brought home multiple medals over the years and became the world champion twice. Presently, she’s also been garnering wins in the e-MTB category.
Besides staying active on the bike, Kathrin works as a national trainer of the Women’s MTB and XCO U19, and an assistant at Women’s Elite and U23 – so all the Swiss women’s teams. She is also the head of the Swiss Bike Park training base.
With Matt, Kathrin went over the recent 2025 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships and the successes of her Swiss team, why MTB fans are a special breed, what kind of happiness is buried in a muddy trail, why MTB has a special place in her heart, the joy of seeing young talent grow under her guidance, and more.
Have a listen: from the couch, from the bike saddle or on your morning commute!
