Wednesday evening was the finale of the 2018 NW Mountain Bike Series. Also known as the "Wednesday Night World Championships," this was the series' fifth season. The “world championships” reference pokes fun at the fact that although riders at local races and group rides are just out for bragging rights, everyone acts as though World Championship stripes are on the … [Read more...] about NW MTB Series 2018 Finale
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Three Views of King County
I've never been a fan of the area's multi-use trails. My disdain is mainly the result of undesirable experiences on the Burke Gilman Trail between the University of Washington and Log Boom Park. But, the recent opening of a section of the Eastside Rail Corridor Trail between I-90 and Gene Coulon Park, along with the East Lake Sammamish Trail, and the new 520 bridge trail have … [Read more...] about Three Views of King County
Destination: Mt. Bachelor Ski Area
Located about 20 miles west of Bend and Sunriver, Mt. Bachelor is THE place in Oregon for serious skiers and boarders. Mt. Bachelor is a volcano that lies at the northern end of the Mt. Bachelor Volcanic Chain. It gets its name because it "stands apart" from the "Three Sisters" to the north. The ski area has operated since 1958, and activity options include … [Read more...] about Destination: Mt. Bachelor Ski Area
Destination: Walla Walla
Walla Walla is highly regarded for its sweet onions, wine and food, and for being a top-tier cycling destination. Although I've lived in the Pacific Northwest since 1994, I'm embarrassed to admit I rarely venture east of the Cascade Crest. Given the great cycling in the places I've lived during that time--Bellingham, Eugene, and Seattle--I've been lazy about exploring … [Read more...] about Destination: Walla Walla
Involve Your Friends in a Themed Ride
A fun and easy way to get people involved in your rides (be they mountain or road) is to come up with a theme. A theme adds an element of fun, helps to build relationships, and can take the pressure off of riders who are worried about keeping up with faster, more competitive cyclists. Since cyclists generally love to eat and drink, starting, stopping at, or ending your … [Read more...] about Involve Your Friends in a Themed Ride