Despite an endless flow of gorgeous, taunting, tempting images and trip reports in my pandemic social feeds, I've mostly limited my pandemic fitness activities to what I can do from the front door. Even under non-pandemic conditions, trailhead parking lots and pit toilets are pushed to overflowing during the summer months. But, under coronavirus conditions this level of … [Read more...] about Hiking Summerland & Panhandle Gap
How to Choose Cycling Shorts
In the world of bicycling gear, shorts are often an afterthought. They’re not as exciting as an airy new helmet or adding another gear to your drivetrain. Some riders don’t even wear bike shorts, while others settle for poorly-fitted and uncomfortable options. And that’s a real shame, because whether you ride roads or trails, a well-fitting pair of shorts makes a world of … [Read more...] about How to Choose Cycling Shorts
Swiftwick Merino Wool @ Bridle Trails
During some recent Bridle Trail laps, we tested Swiftwick's Pursuit Ultralight and Pursuit Hike socks. The Pursuit Ultralight is constructed with the lightest weight, fine-gauge merino wool which provides maximum moisture and sweat management. Moisture on your feet = friction, friction = blisters. Keeping your feet dry is the key to keeping them blister-free. The thin, … [Read more...] about Swiftwick Merino Wool @ Bridle Trails
Destination: Bridle Trails
With so many fantastic hiking opportunities within easy reach of Seattle, it's no surprise that Bellevue's Bridle Trails State Park gets overlooked. I think people are missing out on a tranquil, convenient place to walk and run. Depending on where you live, it may actually be easier to get to Bridle Trails than other more popular parks. For example, I live in Seattle's Central … [Read more...] about Destination: Bridle Trails
Juneuary Peace Peloton: Access, Mentorship, Economics
Despite dreary, cold, wet Juneuary atmospheric conditions, about 200 activists joined Saturday's Peace Peloton bike ride. The Peace Peloton rides are happening about every other week with a goal of raising awareness and inspiring actions that support economic reforms for Black people. Saturday's ride started at Central Cafe and Juice Bar, looped down to Seward Park, and … [Read more...] about Juneuary Peace Peloton: Access, Mentorship, Economics
Beginner’s Guide to MTB in Seattle
Seattle is known for many things: fish markets, sports teams, and rainy weather to name a few. But what many folks don’t know is that we have some of the best mountain biking in the world. The backbone of mountain biking in the Seattle area is Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance (EMBA), which has helped create an amazing progression of trails. We have great trails for riders of … [Read more...] about Beginner’s Guide to MTB in Seattle
Seattle’s Peace Peloton
The emotional stress of the pandemic, combined with the nearly real-time video of the brutal, nonchalant murder of Mr Floyd has ignited a global movement of solidarity. Former officer Chauvin gave Trump's reality TV show presidency a gruesome pre-GOP convention distraction from his administration's bungling, flat-footed, amateurish, deceitful response to the coronavirus … [Read more...] about Seattle’s Peace Peloton
Fred Hutch Obliteride 2020 Obliteride Goes Global
Fred Hutch Obliteride, one of the largest community fundraising events in the Pacific Northwest, announced changes for 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Obliteride weekend has been reimagined and will not include group gatherings in 2020. Participants will choose when and where to complete their individual events, enabling people all over the world to safely support … [Read more...] about Fred Hutch Obliteride 2020 Obliteride Goes Global
Bikepacking: 2020 Virtual XWA w/ Bandók
This Sunday May 17 was scheduled to be the start ("Grand Depart") of the 2020 XWA. XWA (Cross-Washington) is a bikepacking race on the mostly gravel and singletrack Cross Washington Mountain Bike Route. The Route stretches from La Push to Tekoa, near the Idaho border. The 2020 edition was slated to cover 703 mi with 49,031 ft of climbing. Last year 37 folks started … [Read more...] about Bikepacking: 2020 Virtual XWA w/ Bandók