Meet Pat Mead, a digital marketing guru, connoisseur of fine whiskey, listener of diverse musical genres, and avid bird freak, specifically hawks.
It was March of 2020 where Pat found himself longing for a new activity to help fill the void of exercise and socializing during a time that caught the world by surprise and had no end in sight. He walked into a triathlon shop in Leesburg and purchased the only bike in his price range at the time, a gravel bike. While not the right tool for the job, this bike meant for all types of terrain was mostly spent on the road, forming a newfound hobby that quickly turned into an addiction.
Pat found that his background in cross country and track was a perfect transition into cycling. This journey culminated in remarkable milestones, including multiple podium finishes in road races and a notable placement in the Gran Fondo Nationals, marking the beginning of a blossoming athlete with endless potential.
For Pat, the pursuit of athletic excellence is harmonized with the demands of everyday life. Balancing saddle time with work from home life and home improvement, Pat continued to put in the hours to maintain fitness while enjoying the sights and scenes of scenic Jefferson and surrounding towns.
Beyond the podium, Pat’s athletic lifestyle has woven a tapestry of enriching experiences, fostering friendships, garnering unwavering support, and nurturing personal confidence. Cycling isn’t merely a hobby; it’s a conduit for growth, camaraderie, and self-improvement.
Looking ahead, Pat harbors aspirations of clinching more podiums and etching a name on the prestigious Coxey Brown road’s Strava leaderboard.
Beyond the pedal strokes, Pat’s immersion in cycling extends to the digital realm, where professional races and local events serve as inspiration and education. This self-guided approach to improvement replaces conventional coaching, relying instead on a curated consumption of cycling content and raw, unfiltered experience of countless miles on the road.
With eyes set on the horizon, Pat embarks on a new venture—Jefferson Velo, a cycling team that promises to carve its identity in the regional cycling landscape, fueled by local support and shared passion. Stay tuned as Pat’s journey continues to unfold, pedal stroke by pedal stroke.
