Last night’s Thursday Night Ride out at the Blue Mountain Rec Area had about 9 of us.  I started out with 6 and we meet up with three others (The Browns).  It was nice to see Ross, Emily, and Lydia … all in one ride.  Cool! We had a split up when one of us…

As soon as I got home from work the arrival of the latest storm had me bummed to the max.  Just moments before leaving work the sun was out and the temps were trying to reach 50.  They did not, in fact it started to rain with snow developing on the foothills … AGAIN! So…

Big props to my buddy Chris Rose! Remember those days we prepped for a whole season of tearing it up on our mountain bikes? We’d go for these epic rides and then just collapse, spread-eagle, on the toasty driveway pavement (yep, the one next to the place I was renting from him) to bask in…

Like the Sammy Hagar song, right? You managed to do just shy of 56 miles last night in under 3 hours. That’s an impressive feat! I’m glad you shared the map (http://tinyurl.com/6dh7mv) – it looks like you had quite the adventure, going out to Frenchtown via Big Flat and Mullan Road, then up to the…

Took it out last night for 3 hours at Blue Mountain. Check out the album! Check out my loop! I call it “Spring Blues Loop” and it is 4.7 miles long. The rest of the area is still too muddy to ride. If anyone is interested, I am going on a three-hour road bike ride…

Hello from City Brew (just kidding about having to sell my body for a scone). I would like to give a congratulations to my cycling friends in New York (see previous conversation). I just updated my schedule after yesterday’s cancellation. I also updated my training data page, which includes some nifty Google Gadgets to display…

Greetings from a cafe that seems to have left its charm at the door, alongside any semblance of scones and Wi-Fi (currently leeching internet from the electronics store next door). My wallet’s on a diet, meaning the delightful scones and complimentary Wi-Fi at City Brew are a no-go, so here I am, courtesy of a…

Hey there from chilly Missoula, Montana! 😬 Facing snow advisories and still talking about races in Polson tomorrow – gotta love the spirit! Last night was a blast at the Adventure Cycling Party over at Missoula Bike Works. That’s the same spot where we kick off our TNR rides each week. Stuffed ourselves with food…

Ah, greetings from Missoula, Montana, where the sun has decided to grace us with its presence, albeit a tad shyly. Despite the thermometer flirting with the thirties, it seems we’ve got a snowstorm rolling in to spice up the weekend. So, there’s a solid chance my plans to hit the road for a race might…

APRIL FOOLS … Spring is NOT here! Good morning from Missoula Montana. We just got hit by another snow squall and it is cold enough that it isn’t melting any more.  The parking lot is getting coated as I blog. Last nights hike with Marcy afforded me a great view of white nothing. Were have…

Hello from Missoula, Montana, where we’re expecting 6 inches of snow, and it seems winter’s decided to overstay its welcome with a flair for the dramatic. Just yesterday, this reminder hit me hard, and today, I find myself in desperate search of a sliver of sunshine—anything to break through the monotony and reignite our hope…

Campin’ out at City Brew ’til the clock strikes 10, then I’m homeward bound by 11. Got this itch to hit the trails at Thompson Falls – think secret passage to Idaho vibes, just asphalt and the open road, no bumper-to-bumper nonsense. Anyone up for a map quest? Wouldn’t say no to a bit of…

From City Brew, I’m building up Lolo, my racing bike, as I prepare for the MJCF Missoula Road Race #2. With registration looming, the race’s status is uncertain, but I’m ready to head out, hoping it’s on or to find a riding partner at Missoula Bike Works. Tomorrow’s big plan involves a pass ride from…

Greetings from Missoula, Montana! The sun’s up and shining bright, but don’t let it fool you – it’s still nippy out here. March is doing its usual dance, teasing us with light but holding back on the warmth. Had a bit of an adventure last night checking out the local trail scene. Decided to give…

So there I was, gallivanting across the great outdoors with Marcy—our so-called “active recovery mission” (fancy talk for hiking with a purpose), when lo and behold, a splash of color caught my eye amidst the monotony of the earthy terrain. I stooped down, half-expecting to unearth a rogue piece of litter, perhaps a strip of…