Michele joined the team in 2008 and is riding a Gary Fisher Pro-Caliber full-suspension bike. She was the 2008 Virginia Series champion in the Women's XXC category with a first place finish at Dragon's Back and second place finishes at Middle Mountain Momma and the Massanutten Hoo-Ha! She enjoys the local mountain bike racing scene and took first place in women's sport at Rowdy Dawg and at the Blue Ridge School Ride the Ridge races.

Michelle at the 18 Hours on the Farm Race-2008

She was part of a four person Sport Women Team that dominated their field.