I am of the doctrine, “If you’re not first, you’re last.” I don’t know where I first heard that, but I know it’s been a… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Superior Morgul Road Race Results & Self-Criticism
Posts tagged road race
Race Anecdotes: Running Thoughts at the Cobb Lake
Regretful thoughts sprinkled down. It was a balmy 30F outside as I packed my six water bottles, gear, and bike. I stopped to take a… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Imposter syndrome at Boulder Roubaix
It took me writing about the Boulder Roubaix race several times to learn how to correctly spell “Roubaix.” The race comes every two years and… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Pulling the Peloton at Front Range Cycling Classic
First race of the season and I’m questioning my fitness and preparedness. I pack the day before, double-checking everything. The Race Director posts on their… Read More
From training wheels to Zipp wheels
I get asked a lot : “How did you get into bike racing?” My parents weren’t cyclists and they are about as athletic as any… Read More
Bike Racing is just like tackling life
I thought I could take my endurance rides to the field and compete. I was humbled faster than I thought I could race. The longer I race my bike, the more I realize how it transfers to Life.
Read MoreRace Anecdotes: Darkblade Systems Thunderblade Senior Road State Championship
There we were, the four of us, joking about making it a group ride instead of a race. We asked Shawn if there were any… Read More
Finding your tribe
‘Tis the season to find a team either for your first time or your 22nd. Applications are opening and recruiting is in full force. If… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Pikes Peak Hill Climb
I thought it was going to be harder than it was… …to convince Chris to sign-up for the Pikes Peak Gran Fondo while I raced… Read More