After a lengthy pandemic-induced (?) hiatus from mountain rides, I've finally felt the motivation and inspiration to get after it again. The objective was Artist Point, which I consider to be the best mountain ride in Washington. With a well-matched cycling buddy, the entire day was an injection of positivity for body and mind. I’ve done this ride quite a number of … [Read more...] about Cycling Artist Point
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Off Camber Expands Dirt Options
The COVID pandemic has been a defining moment for regional event promoters. Pandemic disruptions resulted in the demise of some events and event organizers, the reorganization of some events from one organizer to another, and the creation of a few new events and organizations. Indeed, it until recently it has been impossible to keep track of all the changes on our popular … [Read more...] about Off Camber Expands Dirt Options
XWA 2022: Day 3 on the SVT
Tuesday May 24th, was day 3 of XWA22 (Cross Washington Bikepacking), a 700+ mile ride/race from the La Push on the Olympic Peninsula to Tekoa near the Idaho border. The route is open for riders to do at any time, but the annual "Grand Depart" is more of a race format with a group leaving the start en masse. Bikepacking legend John Stamstad joined me to do the interviews. We … [Read more...] about XWA 2022: Day 3 on the SVT
Vipassana 30-Day
Retreat, Communion I'm feeling nervous and apprehensive. My palms are clammy, just like before an important ride or run. I'm just about to leave Seattle for a 30-day Vipassana meditation retreat at the California Vipassana Center east of Fresno in the Sierra foothills. I've practiced this meditation technique since the late 1980s. The standard Vipassana retreats … [Read more...] about Vipassana 30-Day
Logan Owen: Transitions
After four years developing World Tour road racing skills with EF Education First, 26-year old Bremerton native … [Read more...] about Logan Owen: Transitions