9 Great Things I’ve Learned As A New Ice Hockey Goalie
The last time I put on a set of goalie pads, I was in my 20s. Now at 48, I got the urge to play … Read the rest
Fitness
Stories about gettin’ your sweat on.
Yes, I’m Finally Going To Ride A Century
I’m finally, at long last, after getting my first road bike in 1997, going to ride a century. I’ll be in the 102-mile category of … Read the rest
How to do a 50-Mile Bike Ride in Phoenix
Every week, I do a 50-mile bike ride. Sometimes, it stretches closer to 60. Either way, I’ll be out there awhile.
For some people knocking … Read the rest
Hot Summer Cycling: 2021 Recap
Here’s something that makes no sense whatsoever: I ride the most when it’s really hot out.
During summertime in Arizona, overnight temperatures rarely get below … Read the rest
Jangover Ride 2021 — 5 Quick Thoughts
Jangover Ride at a Glance
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++12 Hour Solo, Duo, Trio & Quad
++6 Hour Solo & Duo
++31 Mile Solo | 15.5 Mile Solo… Read the rest
The Best Canals in Phoenix for Riding a Bike
I’m trying to figure out the best canals in Phoenix for riding a bike. We have enough of them – something like 180 miles worth.… Read the rest
Recap: 2020 Aravaipa Jangover Ride
The answer is the Aravaipa Jangover Ride. The question is, what race starts just a few hours after a long work week and goes … Read the rest
Testing the SOS Hydration Mix
Hydration is the difference between a good ride and a low-down, cramp-filled, no-good sufferfest that will make you regret ever getting on a bicycle (or … Read the rest
Bicycling in Southern California – A Quick Guide
Bicycling in Southern California is a real treat, especially if you’re from the desert like I am. Even in June, you can count on mild … Read the rest
It’s hot. Let’s talk about summer hydration.
It’s not even June yet, and I’m already doing my usual summer hydration stuff when I exercise. Beating cramps and the dreaded post-exercise headache is … Read the rest
COVID-19 Quarantine is Getting People Outdoors. But There’s a Problem.
COVID-19 is driving a lot of people outdoors to find some relief from the quarantine. On the surface, that’s a good thing.
But a lot … Read the rest
Where to Ride on the Grand Canalscape Bike Path
My local news outlets recently had a bunch of headlines about the Grand Canalscape bike path. Most were breathlessly impressed by a bike/pedestrian lane … Read the rest
Review: Frenzy Hills Mountain Bike Race
The inaugural Frenzy Hills mountain bike race put on by Aravaipa Rides was one very cool event. Some of this was by design, and some … Read the rest
Recap: The 2019 Tour de Scottsdale
This was the big year of my big comeback to the 70-mile course of the Tour de Scottsdale. That was the plan.
Back in … Read the rest
The Taylor House Ride in Flagstaff – What You Should Know
I just did the Taylor House ride for the second time. I previously did it more than 10 years ago, and exactly three things … Read the rest
The Best Workouts in Scottsdale
There is no shortage of ways to burn calories and all of them claim to be the best, so I set out to find the … Read the rest
No, the Pool Noodle Bike Hack Isn’t Great. At All.
Someone put a pool noodle on a bike to keep drivers away. And now media outlets are all over the place are saying this a … Read the rest
Bicycle Infrastructure is Cycling’s Big Problem
Better bicycle infrastructure could solve a lot of transit problems. More people on bikes means fewer cars on the roads, more people burning calories and … Read the rest
Rio Salado Bike Path: A Ride Guide (With Video)
The Rio Salado bike path is one of the most-overlooked places to ride in metro Phoenix. It’s a 16-mile stretch of sweet car-free riding. I’ve … Read the rest
Recap: 2018 Tour De Tucson
The 2018 Tour de Tucson started to go pear-shaped for me about 20 minutes before the start.
As I walked my bike toward the start, … Read the rest