Skate Skiing and Car Fixing

Hey there, folks! Greetings from the winter wonderland of Missoula, Montana. Last night, I found myself whizzing through Pattee Canyon, leaving fresh trails in the snow, and today… well, let’s just say my car decided it needed a little TLC. Big news is on the horizon, and soon my buddy Paul will be joining in on the fun.

This fine morning was all about playing mechanic. With my car’s back hatch threatening to turn into a guillotine, and the horror of potentially broken ski poles and skis looming, I knew it was time to act. Say goodbye to the old trunk strut and hello to some snazzy homemade lens covers for my car’s exterior lights.

Now, let me tell you about last night’s skiing escapade. I set a personal record on the Billoppet course, a 3.15-mile loop featuring a hearty 250 feet of climbing. I tackled the three-lap version in 1 hour and 17 minutes, a significant improvement from my January 1st record of 1:28. I owe this feat to better form, thanks to the old skate skis Alden passed on to me. And yes, I bravely ventured into the realm of V Skating (that’s skiing downhill at breakneck speeds without poles for the uninitiated) despite not being the most graceful on skis.

Stay tuned for more tales from the snowy trails and the occasional car repair saga!

Resources to Enhance Your Day:

  1. Missoula Winter Sports Guide: Missoula Winter Sports
  2. DIY Car Maintenance Tips: Car Maintenance for Adventurers
  3. Cross-Country Skiing Techniques: Learn V Skating and More
  4. Fitness Tracking for Skiers: Skiing Fitness Trackers
  5. Visit Pattee Canyon: Pattee Canyon Recreation Guide

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