BRAND AMBASSADORS

Follow the journey of our ambassadors as they pave the way for future generations of cyclists.

SAVINA PAÜL

SPAIN

Hello! I’m Savina, a 29-year-old living in Barcelona. I trained as a commercial pilot and have the privilege of flying internationally, doing what I love: aviation.

My life follows a dynamic rhythm, with varying schedules and constant travel. One of my biggest challenges is maintaining good habits despite the jet lag and responsibilities that come with this profession.

For me, cycling serves as an escape valve, helping me ground myself and reconnect with home. I am an ambassador for Essentia because it embodies the balance in my life—a perfect harmony between performance and enjoyment. It parallels my life, bridging my professional role as a pilot and my passion for sports.

Warm regards,
Savina

JANA GIGELE

AUSTRIA

Hey, my name is Jana!

I am a 26 years old athlete who lives in the middle of the Austrian Alps. I grew up in a family where alpine skiing had a big meaning, so I started skiing very early and all I wanted was to be a professional alpine skier for many years. After having many ups and downs I struggled with a broken leg and a lot other injuries which forced me to end my career with only 20 years. Immediately after ending I started working full-time and studying part-time. Of course I never stopped doing sports and found my passion in ski mountaineering and cycling. At that time I was surrounded by a lot of athletes and super motivated in starting something new. I was curious to see how quick my body could adapt from strength training to endurance training. In 2021 I started racing out of fun. But for me cycling is way more than just racing. It’s pure passion and it makes me more than happy chasing view after view by bike.

MARIANA GÓMEZ

COLOMBIA

I am Mariana Gómez Peláez, I am 30 years old and I was born on October 4, 1993. I am passionate about sports, animals, cooking, and traveling. I have practiced tennis, soccer, and currently enjoy recreational cycling, considering myself addicted to exercise and a healthy lifestyle.

Animals, especially dogs, hold a very special place in my heart. If it were up to me, I would adopt every one I find on the street, there is no limit to the love I have for them!

Cooking is another of my interests, especially enjoying preparing sweet dishes and breakfasts. I love Colombian cuisine!

Traveling is my greatest joy. Discovering new cultures, places, and simply getting lost in them is an indescribable feeling. I dream of visiting as many places as possible and enjoying completely different experiences in each one.

Sharing time with my family is fundamental in my life. I love being with them and participating in various activities together. Social media has become part of my work, I always stay updated to keep up with constantly evolving technology.

I firmly believe in the power of sport to transform our lives, I have experienced it firsthand. For me, it is the best way to reconcile with my body, mind, and spirit, as well as to cultivate discipline and awareness.

Although cycling is my main passion, my life goes beyond being on my bike. I also enjoy napping with my dog, road trips with my family, and walks to reconnect with nature.

Angèle Paty

FRANCE

I study at the Institut d’Etudes Politiques de Paris and I am originally from Montpellier, in the south of France. In addition to my studies, I love entrepreneurship, living life intensely and new sporting challenges.

I have always been a sportsman, but I started road cycling in 2020. Very soon I had the idea to go on a cycling trip and during the confinement, being blocked in the rest of the projects I was carrying out, I decided to go out cycling alone, heading for Scotland. Since then, I have also been gravel biking.

I am proud to represent AURUM, a young brand created by two great and passionate champions who want to use their cycling experience for people like me.

I am delighted with my MANTO in Castilla color, and I would love to use it this year going back to Scotland. I want to follow in the footsteps of the first cycling trip I took, as it means a lot to me. I also intend to continue discovering France on gravel, especially the Pyrenees and maybe some routes in the Alps. Also, I will participate in the Etape du Tour for the third time.

The AURUM account in France is @aurumbikes.fr

matthias qju

AUSTRIA

Hello, my name is Matthias, and I hail from the picturesque city of Vienna, renowned for its classical music, Falco, Sachertorte, and Spritzwein. As a passionate cyclist, I am deeply enthusiastic about design, art, and all things beautiful. I have a keen appreciation for simple, tasteful fashion with a technical edge, which is why AURUM resonates so strongly with me and my love for high-speed cycling.

Exploring new roads, conquering challenging climbs, and discovering scenic routes with friends is what I live for. I thrive on the friendly competition during sprints and mountain stages. AURUM offers me the perfect platform to elevate my performance and aesthetics, allowing me to pursue my passion on a truly exceptional bike.