On longer rides, especially in remote areas where services are scarce, I rely on a hydration pack. Riding at night adds another layer of complexity, as visibility becomes a critical safety concern. Unfortunately, most hydration packs come with minimal reflective material, making it harder to be seen in the dark. While many brands tout their […]
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Year in Review: A Strong Finish to 2024 I haven’t posted an update to this blog in quite some time. In fact, it has been almost a year since my Update on My MRI Results and Recovery Path. A lot has happened since then. I finished 2024 stronger and in much better shape than I […]
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This past week has been a pivotal one in my journey toward recovery. After receiving the results of an arthrogram MRI on my left shoulder, I gained a clearer, albeit sobering, understanding of the injuries sustained from last year’s cycling crash. Unpacking the MRI Findings The MRI detailed several significant issues: The Severity and Impact […]
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As we move deeper into 2024, I find myself at a crossroads that I hadn’t anticipated at the beginning of the year. The past few months have been marked by a severe shoulder injury, initiating a sobering period of introspection and adjustment that has significantly impacted my cycling journey and overall well-being. Reflecting on Recent […]
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Yesterday marked a significant milestone in my cycling journey. Against a backdrop of insufficient training and a brief hiatus from cycling, I completed the Camino Real Double Century. Covering the full 192-mile course in 16 hours and 53 minutes was an achievement that took me by surprise, given the circumstances leading up to the event. […]
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A Year of Triumphs and Challenges As we step into 2024, it’s a time for reflection and anticipation. The past year, 2023, was a memorable one in my cycling journey. While it came with its share of challenges, it was also filled with remarkable achievements that I will cherish forever. 2023 in Numbers These numbers, […]
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In the realm of endurance cycling, every ride has its own set of surprises and challenges—some pleasant and others not so much. After completing the grueling Hoodoo 300 and working through various obstacles in the Eastern Sierra Double Century, I felt like I was prepared for anything. But the Bass Lake Powerhouse Double Century on […]
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The Unforeseen Challenge Before The Race Less than a week before Hoodoo 300, I encountered an obstacle that would test my resilience and determination. Just five days prior to the race, my support crew, who happen to be my wife and son, fell ill with norovirus. It was a harrowing week, trying to balance taking […]
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During a long ride, staying informed about external conditions is key. Not only do weather and temperature fluctuate throughout the day, but conditions change as a result of diverse changes in elevation and geography that we encounter on long rides. For those who have followed my journey to the Hoodoo 300, you’re aware of the […]
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This past Saturday, I found myself returning to the familiar landscapes of Mt Pinos. Much like my previous rides, I sought maintain an easy endurance pace, at about 65% of my functional threshold power. As the miles went by and I drew closer to the summit, I was reminded of the early morning rides from […]
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