Dante Young is a Los Angeles–based American criterium and road racer whose signature blend of speed, style, and heart has helped shine a light on U.S. crit racing. Now riding as a privateer with Miami Blazers, he’s helped build a culture of inclusivity and community within the sport — aiming to make cycling more welcoming to underrepresented riders and fans. On the bike, Dante is known for explosive criterium power, fixed-gear roots, razor-sharp bike-handling, and a gutsy racing style that stands out in any pack. Off the bike, he leverages his platform to inspire the next generation: sharing through his social channels how cycling has taken him around the world, given him freedom and discipline, and — he says — helped him turn every ride into a message of possibility.