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  • Morning from the brew

    It’s February 2008, and I’m hitting a wall of frustration. Just biked over to Josh’s place to cancel today’s trip because waking Paul up before 8 is a lost cause. After that, hit up the Good Food Store, finally found those groceries they’ve been out of for ages. So, I’m set for now. But here…

  • Spring Break Day 1

    Yesterday was epic, despite a rocky start with some travel hiccups and gear malfunctions. Paul’s always in his element, which is reassuring. Our adventure took us to Lolo Pass, which was unexpectedly closed due to an avalanche, blocking the path between Idaho and Montana. We then headed to the GSpot, braving the snow with chains…

  • Ski Pattee Canyon

    Yesterday evening found me in Pattee Canyon, not just among towering trees but atop a pair of skis, gliding through the snow with my friend Paul. The air was crisp, the kind that chills your lungs but somehow feels invigorating. You know the type. Paul, ever the enthusiastic skier, was cutting through the snow like…

  • Paul Has Arrived

    No pics of my best friend Paul’s grand entrance from NY – I was exhausted, and he arrived at 11 PM. Spent the day getting Marcy ready, Paul’s her fav. She was all about cuddles. Now, I’m at work, itching to start my vacation. Honestly, I think I just came in for the bike ride.…

  • Snow Biking

    Finally managed an official ride, but only reached the end of Kim Williams Trail. Recent rains formed a crust on the snow, over a foot deep – tough to pedal through. This bike would be great on snowmobile trails. Anyone know any? Wonder what Paul’s up to now?

  • Any Good Excuses?

    Stuck at work and dreaming of a snow bike ride. Anyone got a clever excuse to sneak out? I’m busy with my training plan, but can’t help wondering what Paul’s up to right now.

  • Laundry Night

    Tonight is laundry night and I decided to use the bike to do it with instead of starting up the car for a trip down Higgins Avenue. We are due for another big snow storm and it is supposed to hit tomorrow. I’ll be on my bike!

  • The K2 is Back

    Yesterday I spent the entire day scrounging old parts and putting together a bike I can go brutally beat up on this winter. I have got to ride! I was able to do the Sentinel Fire Road trail last night at 9:30 PM!

  • Hello From The OSCR

    In the midst of racing and the relentless pursuit of personal bests, there’s an unexpected joy that comes from capturing the moment—taking photos while navigating the course, a blend of focus and creativity that adds a unique layer to the experience. Taking photos while racing is fun and Looking kind of …. ruff are glimpses…

  • Frost, Flakes, and Future Adventures: Gearing Up for the OSCR and Beyond!

    Good morning from a frosty Missoula! Winter’s icy grip still holds our city, but beneath its breath, whispers of spring stir. Tomorrow, I’ll trade frosty air for a flurry of snowflakes as I take on the OSCR 50K Nordic ski race at Seeley Lake. Chasing the Sun, Chasing Goals: Last night, after work, Pattee Canyon…

  • Below Zero At Pattee Canyon

    It’s been freezing for three days straight, making me second guess my upcoming ‘spring break’. This break’s all about skiing and eating with my friend Paul from NY. We usually do it in March, but he’s trying out this chilly time this year. Right now, it’s just 1 degree, and I bet it’s 20 below…

  • Deep Freeze

    Howdy from Missoula, Montana, where the sun sparkles like diamonds on fresh snow and squirrels stockpile pinecones like they’re prepping for the apocalypse (those little buggers are masters of winter hoarding, I tell ya!). As you might’ve guessed from the headline, I’m knee-deep in the throes of OSCR 50k training, which, let me tell you,…

  • Lolo Pass Tele Ski

    I wanted to go skiing at the Crystal Theater but the roads were so bad and my car is not good in deep snow. I barely made it to Lolo Pass so I just paid the $5.00 and headed out to test my new tele setup. The roads were icy and it looked like the…

  • Tele Alone Today

    Hello from da frozen coffee shop in Missoula. I am on my third scone as well as second cup o joe. I am watching all the people stroll in, warm their hands, and get greeted by this friendly little joint. I am uploading new photos. The snow outside not only increases but has started to…

  • A Blog From The Brew

    Hey there, fellow thrill-seekers and snow enthusiasts! Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and let me paint you a picture of my weekend, one that’s shaping up to be a wild ride into the heart of winter’s embrace. So, there I was, sitting in the Brew, my favorite local haunt, as I watched the…

  • Some More Snow

    Snowbound Solitude: Two Wheels and a Wilderness Epiphany Snowflakes swirling, city snoozing, and my soul screaming for solitude. Forget holiday parties and picture-perfect mornings; today, I’m chasing freedom on two knobby tires. The urge to escape the social swirl had been brewing for days. Every chirp of my phone, every forced smile at the office,…

  • Unwinding from a Weary Week

    It’s been one of those weeks where everything feels a bit too much, leaving me feeling fried. Whether it’s the excessive skate skiing that I’m still trying to master, the long hours of workouts, stress, or a mix of all, I can’t quite put my finger on it. Tonight, I left work with the intention…

  • Snowy Evenings and Inspiring Reads

    As the snow blankets Missoula once again, what better way to embrace the winter chill than a post-work skate skiing adventure in Pattee Canyon? Just last night, I managed a full lap enveloped in the soft glow of daylight before the valley succumbed to the evening darkness. Amidst these snowy escapades, I stumbled upon a…