A road bike frame built by her brother ignited Terra James' interest cycling in 2003, but she didn't find her way to the Velodrome until 2007. A lifelong adrenaline junkie who competed in triathlons and grew up rock climbing and white water kayaking, she had no idea what the track was until she heard about the intro class at a local bike shop and signed up. It didn't take long for her to fall in love and become a force to be reckoned with.
 

In 2008, Terra started track racing and in 2010 she racked up honors including ArtJersey Queen of the Sprints, the Bikery Women's Scratch Race Series Champion, State Keirin Champion and, of course, Track Rider of the Year as a member of Behind Bars/LGR. She managed a hat trick on the first 2010 Thursday Night Lights, foreshadowing a fierce season ahead. In addition to her track success, Terra also earned 2010 Road Racer of the Year as a Cat 3 rider and upgraded to Cat 2.
 

In 2011, she looks forward to traveling for some larger races and continuing to challenge herself. She recently launched Sweet n'Salty, an all-women cycling team, and aspires to encourage other women to participate in the sport she says has given her so much physically and emotionally.