# Nina Graf Joins Trek-Unbroken XC Team: Embracing the Joy of Mountain Biking
Nina Graf has officially joined the ranks of Trek-Unbroken XC, bringing with her a profound passion for cycling that dates back to her childhood. Graf recalls her early days in the sport, saying, “It’s my first bike race. So everything started there. I was two or three years old. It’s pretty early to start racing bikes, but it was not because my mom or dad told me, ‘Nina, you should do that.’ It was because my older brother did bike racing, and I was always like, ‘Ah, what my big brother is doing, I also want to do.’”
For Graf, cycling represents more than just competition; it’s a deeply rooted family tradition. She explains, “It is a big family sport for us. We always did it together. So for me, bike racing is so much more. It’s not just about the result. For me, it’s also the places it takes me, and also the training rides and so on. I really love its freedom, and it’s good to look back on why you started.”
Biking has been a constant throughout her life, with family outings revolving around the sport. “Yeah, we did it a lot. All our holidays were with bikes. Also now I love to go for bike rides with my friends, doing it together and having a good time outside,” she shares.
Graf’s love for mountain biking persists even through challenges. She candidly reflects on a difficult period in her racing journey: “Not every race is good. Or sometimes, like two years ago, it was demanding coming back from injury, because the results were not there. But then you give it some time, and then it’s so good when you just love to ride your bike, you know? I’m not only riding my bike because I love winning. I just love mountain biking.”
As she embarks on this new chapter with Trek-Unbroken XC, Graf’s enthusiasm and dedication to the sport promise to inspire her teammates and fans alike. With her rich history in cycling, it is clear that Nina Graf is not just a competitor but a true ambassador for the joy of mountain biking.
