Leigh Donovan

Who is Leigh Donovan?

Leigh Donovan is an American downhill mountain biker cycling ambassador and women's mountain bike clinic instructor.

Leigh Donovan was a champion mountain bike racer, competing from 1993 to 2001, the most decorated U.S. downhill and slalom rider. Leigh retired from her professional career in 2001, with the world championships in Vail, Co. as her final pro career event. Leigh went into sports marketing with Hansens energy drink. She then went on to own and operate a very successful clothing boutique in Temecula, Ca. from 2003 until she departed the retail fashion business in March 2011.

In 2010, at 38 years of age, a mother, business owner and wife and 9 years after retiring from pro racing, Leigh decided to try and make the U.S. National downhill team. Leigh competed at a few qualifier events and took 4th place at the national championships, qualifying for the world championship team at Mont St. Anne Quebec Canada. Leigh finished 8th place in the finals, was the highest placed American and oldest competitor in the race, Leigh and her daughter carried the flag out at the opening ceremonies.