Melisa Rollins in the Leadville 100 (Image credit: Life Time)

Melisa Rollins is hanging up her off-road wheels to embark on a top-tier road racing journey with EF Education-Oatly , having signed a two-year contract with the WorldTour outfit beginning in 2027.

The two-time Leadville 100 champion and reigning US cross-country marathon national champion said she felt like she had reached the height of her off-road career and is revelling in a career change.

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