Woman Racer Spotlight: Naomi Feder

Name: Naomi Feder

Hometown: South Australia 

How did you get into cycling? I initially used cycling as recovery from long distance and ultra running. Fast forward 10 years and I’m still cycling regularly! 

How many years have you been racing on Zwift? 6 years 

Are you part of a Virtual team? Queenbee Ladies, of course! We have race teams, 6 social group rides a week, regular meetups, and more. So lucky to be a part of this amazing group, supporting and connecting women through Zwift! 

What do you love most about racing? When I get to race with my QueenBee teammates, you can’t beat the thrill and excitement of racing, whether it’s a scratch race, Duathlon, or a TTT! 

What is your favourite style of race (e.g. points, scratch, iTT, TTT, Chase, duathlon)?  They are all awesome! 

What is your favourite Zwift women’s race series? Zwift Racing League Women Oceania and Tour de Boudicca. 

What is your most memorable racing experience, inside or outside or BOTH? Inside – Zwift Racing League team Queenbeecees finishing the season 3rd overall. Outside – QueenBees at Revolve 24 challenge, we also came 3rd overall.

What is your favourite food to eat post race? I always have a smoothie, either banana cacao or berry açai! 

What advice would you give to a woman entering her first Zwift race? Join a women’s Zwift club (e.g QueenBee Ladies) that encourages racing in a supportive environment. You’ll never be on your own, you will learn a lot, and most importantly, have fun! 

Any upcoming race you are looking forward to? I have had a break from racing for a while so am looking forward to getting back into racing with my QueenBee teammates. Zwift Racing League is calling!