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LoToJa Training Ride #2 – Creek to Peak
There is only one place on earth I’ve ever seen what I saw today, and I’ve seen it multiple times in the same exact spot. I wish I’d had a GoPro. Through the twisty single track down Holy Jim, I was flying. The brush is tall and in some spots creates a jungle canopy in..
SHAKE DOWN
Before any race or epic ride, it’s a good idea to do a shake down. The shake down ride is all about the bike… is it working properly? Today I did a shake down on my MTB in preparation for Chris’ Creek to Peak tomorrow. Here’s how I do it: Inspect the brakes. Pads okay?..
Culture
Every group has a culture, every cycling group/team/ride/shop has a culture. When you decide to start something you’re creating the culture from that moment forward. I’m not sure if people are attracted to culture or culture attracts people, but I am sure it’s important to decide from outset the kind of culture you want to..
THE F WORDS
I love the 4th, to honor freedom. I love New Year’s, to cherish renewal. Twice a year our business stands still and we have the opportunity to reimagine the road we are on.
IF THIS LOOKS LIKE FUN THEN ________?
What a morning! The weather was amazing… perfect for a sociable, “no-drop” ride. Smiles were shining. Fists were bumping. In 2 weeks we celebrate 14 years, 5 unOFFICIAL’s, with timing chips and t-shirts and acai bowls. Hope you can make it. Because if this looks fun to you, then ______________? (I have to put this..
THE BEST RIDE EVER
I haven’t ridden everywhere, but… I’ve ridden all over California and Hawaii and Oregon and Nevada and Utah and Colorado and Arizona and New Mexico and Mexico and Canada and France. I’ve ridden lots on the road and lots on the dirt. Sunny days and rainy days and windy days. Hot days and cold days. In..
LOTOJA TRAINING RIDE NUMBER 1
10 weeks from today, I’ll be lining up to ride farther than I’ve ever ridden before. 204 miles, from Logan, UT to Jackson Hole. Many a friend has tempted me to do it, but I’ve always been too scared. That’s a lot to ask of any body. But, I’m doing it… and I have a..
KIDS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN
It’s 12:40 and I’m hopping on my MTB for my lunch ride. I shoot down the pavement and up the dirt embankment to the Dog Park trail network. What do I see, some of my friends that know about popcorn popping on the apricot tree… yep, they’re a little younger, but we hang out on Sundays...
Michelins
Rushing around, getting through the day’s work so I can wrap up in time for the Market Ride… ‘wound up with another sidewall tear, on the car this time. 70 miles from home, what a bummer! What a bummer to call AAA and get a truck to pick me up in 20 minutes. What a..
Don’t Fear The Reaper
Mountain biking. Road riding. Surfing. These are a few of my favorite things. Cougars. Cars. Sharks. I never think about. Single-track. Carving curves. Salty thrills. I live for. Any mountain biker can tell you that if you focus on not hitting the rock you’re sure to crash into it. You can’t not do something. Focus..
Greetings
Let me just make a challenge right now… meet someone new the next time you ride. People are so awesome. We all working hard to provide for ourselves and our loved ones. We carve out a little personal time to recharge and regenerate. Part of that time can be friendship… the pace line is it’s..
