Since moving to Ardsley Park in 2013, Kim Turner has become a familiar face on two wheels—often spotted riding through the neighborhood with friends, logging miles, and proving that passion for sport only grows stronger with time.

Originally from Gainesville, Georgia, Kim has always led an active life. Over the years, she’s dabbled in just about everything—from running and tennis to golf and kayaking. But it was cycling that ultimately captured her heart and stayed with her through life’s changes.

Her journey into the sport began unexpectedly at a triathlon she attended to support her niece. At the time, Kim was already working out almost daily with a trainer, running several miles a day, and staying active through tennis and golf. Watching the athletes compete, she had a simple but powerful thought: I can do that. She returned to her trainer with a new goal—to train for a triathlon. Swimming and cycling became the focus, and before long, Kim completed her first triathlon while living in Texas. She went on to do several more before stepping away from running—but cycling remained.

When Kim relocated to Savannah, she found something just as meaningful as the sport itself: community. A local cycling group welcomed her in, riding together a couple of times a week. They enjoyed it so much that they jokingly convinced Kim to retire so she could ride even more. From there, her circle expanded “by leaps and bounds,” and cycling became not just exercise, but a lifestyle.

That sense of connection extends beyond group rides. Kim is a volunteer and board member with Bike Walk Savannah, where she donates two days a week to supporting the organization’s mission. Bike Walk Savannah is a membership-based, nonprofit organization working to create safer, more accessible, and more convenient biking and walking options throughout Savannah. The organization advocates for an equitable environment for people of all transportation modes and envisions a connected, inclusive community with welcoming places to bike and walk. One of its key initiatives, the New Standard Cycles program, provides safe, affordable, and reliable transportation by accepting donated bicycles and parts, reconditioning them, and placing them in the hands of people who need bikes to get to work, school, and other essential destinations.

Among her proudest accomplishments are completing the Athens-to-Savannah ride three years in a row—a demanding two-day journey covering roughly 250 miles—as well as several century and metric century rides. While she doesn’t chase wins or podiums, Kim measures success in miles logged, friendships formed, and the joy of simply being out on the road.

She currently rides with the Coastal Bicycle Touring Club and joins regular group rides with Perry Rubber, along with many informal rides throughout the week. The camaraderie keeps her motivated—and accountable. “We inspire and encourage each other,” she says with a laugh. “And we tend to shame each other a little if we start to get lazy.”

For neighbors interested in getting started, Kim’s advice is simple and welcoming: skill level and age don’t matter—just get out and ride. She’s especially enthusiastic about Savannah’s nearly completed Truman Linear Park Trail connecting Daffin Park to Lake Mayer, a path that avoids heavy traffic and winds through multiple neighborhoods. And for those looking to take cycling more seriously, she recommends finding a group that challenges you. “Cyclists are really fun people,” she adds. “And they always want to visit a locally owned restaurant afterward.”

When she’s not riding, Kim enjoys photography, gardening, and spending time with her pets—interests that reflect her appreciation for slowing down and noticing the world around her, even as she keeps moving forward.

Looking ahead, Kim has her sights set on a familiar goal: 5,000 miles in 2026. After falling short for the first time in nearly a decade last year, she’s determined to get back on track. Knowing Kim, she’ll do it one pedal stroke—and one act of community service—at a time.