Of the numerous day hikes along the I-90 corridor, Kendall Katwalk is a favorite. --Compared to other I-90 hikes, the climbing is a relatively mellow 2,883' in ~12 miles round trip. For comparison, Mt Si is ~3,200' in 6+ miles, Granite Mountain is ~3,700' in 8+ miles, and Mailbox Peak is ~4,000' in 10 miles round trip. --The route takes hikers through old … [Read more...] about Hiking Kendall Katwalk
Cycling Motivation: Group Rides
There is nothing quite like the pleasure of a group ride. I don’t know of any other sporting activity that has the same level of energy and camaraderie as cycling with a group of buddies. I’m not the only one: This excellent piece about the lost art of the group ride has been making the rounds. There is no better way to build your bike handling skills and fitness than … [Read more...] about Cycling Motivation: Group Rides
Cycling Artist Point
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
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