JEANNINE – ROAD CYCLIST & OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST
Jeannine is passionate about all things outdoors. Whether it’s cycling, ski touring, cross-country skiing or hiking – movement in nature is her happy place. The mountains give her freedom, adventure, and peace – especially when shared with her husband.
Her biggest achievements? Winning the regional road cycling championship in Baden-Württemberg and joining a national-level cycling team. But her most emotional moment: completing the full Ötztaler route side by side with her husband – ten hours of pure determination, shared joy, and unforgettable pride.
Her go-to gear: the EDDY sunglasses in pink – bold, stylish, and lightweight. And knowing POP EYES is from Austria – her husband’s homeland – makes it even more meaningful.
Her motto comes from a song lyric: “You want to really live someday – but if not today, then when?” And that’s exactly how she rides through life – driven, honest, and full of energy.
Moments in motion.
ABout... JEannine
How would you describe yourself in three words?
Sports‑crazy, honest, Black Forest girl
Which person or athlete inspires you the most?
Lindsey Vonn
Do you have a life motto or a quote that guides you?
"You want to live someday – but if not today, then when?"
(A line from a song.)
How did you first hear about POP EYES?
I saw one of the sunglasses in a random photo on Instagram and thought: I definitely want to have that pair. It was basically love at first sight.
What’s your favorite product from our range and why?
The EDDY sunglasses in pink, they simply make you stand out 😊
What makes POP EYES special to you?
That the sunglasses come from Austria (my husband’s home country)
What are your favorite sports?
Cycling, hiking, ski touring, cross-country skiing, ….
What has been your greatest sporting achievement or most memorable moment?
My greatest success was definitely the win at a state championship (Baden-Württemberg) and being accepted into a Bundesliga road cycling team, but the most beautiful moment was last year when my husband and I rode the Ötztaler route and, after 10 hours, sat in the car knowing it’s done and we achieved it together.
What motivates you to keep going even on tough days?
The thought of the next tour in beautiful weather.
What does a typical day look like for you?
Well planned: work, shopping or gym during lunch break, sport or household after work, dinner together with my husband – after he cooked for us 😊.
Do you have a ritual or habit you couldn’t live without?
If I don’t manage to work out at least 4 times a week, I slowly but surely become unbearable.
Do you have a hidden talent or special skill?
I can worry or overthink about everything.
Which places or countries have shaped you most, and why?
The mountains – there I find everything that makes me happy: beautiful nature, silence, adventure, a feeling of freedom, and physical activity.
Do you have a favorite spot where you especially love being active?
At the Feldberg, near my home in the Black Forest.
What’s a dream you still want to fulfill?
A holiday apartment in Austria, to be closer to the mountains.
