Man, I was seriously cheesed off. I’d been twiddling my thumbs, waiting for those darn storms to do their thing and scoot over, but at some point, you’ve just gotta bite the bullet before the sun decides to tuck in for the night, right? So, I suited up in my trusty rain jacket, like some knight prepping for a squelchy duel, and ventured forth into the great outdoors.

Off I went, mountain biking across what felt like the entirety of the US West—yeah, I know, hyperbole much?—followed by some heart-pumping, leg-burning sprint sessions because, why not? Then, it was back on the MTB for the homeward leg. Mid-adventure, I found myself pondering, you know, in between trying not to faceplant into a mud puddle, about this day in history. Was spring always this… what’s a polite word for it? Ah, yes, delightful. Let’s delve into the annals of time and see, shall we?

2023: The Orca VS. The Snow (https://williammartin.com/2023/03/27/the-orca-vs-the-snow/) – An icy adventure as my hardtail mountain bike, the Orca, armed with its mighty 3″ studded tires, fearlessly battles Missoula’s frozen terrain! As summer fades, I eagerly anticipate embracing the chill and conquering the icy trails once again, proving myself as the ultimate winter warrior.

2020: Waiting (https://williammartin.com/2020/03/27/waiting/) – Um for the weather to get better? Check this out: Our #photoalbum over at https://photos.app.goo.gl/NbvTXTi6a8uSdu7x6 is bursting at the seams with snapshots of our wild escapades right here in Livingston, Montana. We’ve got the whole #teammobill crew getting up to all sorts of shenanigans, all documented pre #covid_19. It’s like a treasure trove of “What were we thinking?” moments, immortalized online for […]

2014: Fox Creek Cabin (https://williammartin.com/2014/03/27/fox-creek-cabin/) – Paul’s Visit Part 1 was one of those positive days. Starting out way too late we did our “usual” arrive at the cabin completely after dark and desperate for comfort. But comfort is not what we found. A broken down stove with wet twigs was about all there was in this tiny shanty. Eventually we made a fire and drifted off […]

2008: Not Exactly Spring (https://williammartin.com/2008/03/27/not-exactly-spring/) – Spring’s not quite sprung yet; the view outside tells a tale that’s part Brothers Grimm, part post-apocalyptic movie set. Picture the woods doing their best to add a bit of cheer to a scene that’s frankly more ‘Mad Max’ than ‘The Secret Garden’. There’s this wild contrast happening — on one hand, you’ve got these […]

2005: Lolo Peak Successful (https://williammartin.com/2005/03/27/lolo-peak-successful/) – Man, I just crawled back from Lolo Peak that night, rolled in around 10:30 like a deflated beach ball. It was an epic battle royale with Mother Nature – 5,000 feet of elevation gain, snowdrifts deeper than a Kardashian’s weave, rocks more treacherous than a politician’s promise, and wind that could rip the shingles off […]

2004: New Photos This Weekend (https://williammartin.com/2004/03/27/new-photos-this-weekend/) – Uploaded new pics at Bill’s Photo Oasis! Walked at Maltby Lakes, capturing swans, geese, water, and island scenes. Added some unique shots too. Check them out, rate, and leave feedback. Your opinions help me choose bestsellers. Thanks!

2003: Politics in a Beautiful World (https://williammartin.com/2003/03/27/politics-in-a-beautiful-world/) – We seem to be stuck in a cold weather slump as it has been the case all winter. When will we see 60 degrees? Everyone is sending me political nonsense, and I wish they would stop. It bothers me. I think that you should not involve friendships into politics as it will ruin […]

2002: On Edge, New Phone Operational (https://williammartin.com/2002/03/27/on-edge-new-phone-operational/) – Ah, revenge. It’s like grabbing a quick bite of comfort food—feels good for a moment, but it doesn’t really fill you up in the long run. Lasting peace comes from dealing with our own tangled emotions, not just pinning a “bad guy” label on someone else. Took a moment to spill some thoughts on my […]

Takeaway: Spring’s fickleness might have me griping about politics or staring at memes during storms, but I’m holding out hope for one of those perfect, adventure-packed days.