Brown’s Ranch Mountain Biking at a Glance
- Four Trailheads
- More than 165 miles of trails
- Well-constructed trails
- Endless Options
- eBikes are Not Allowed.
- Watch for
Tag: Scottsdale
Abandoned Movie Theaters of Scottsdale
South Scottsdale is nothing like the palm trees-and-golf courses luxury destination you expect it to be. My neighborhood is full of abandoned and disused property. … Read the rest
Papago Plaza is “Dilapidated.” And That Was the Plan.
Papago Plaza in Scottsdale is all but abandoned these days. And don’t think for a second that’s not by design.
The exodus of businesses from … Read the rest
A Few People are Upset About Scottsdale Bike Share Services
Something new happened in Scottsdale, and already a snobby sliver of the population is complaining. The “something new” I’m talking about is the rise of … Read the rest
Lightning Over Scottsdale
I don’t usually do photo-only posts. But I snapped a nice shot from the nighttime storm that rolled into Phoenix. I’m not sure if this … Read the rest
Maverick Coffee in Scottsdale – A Quick Review
When I was in Australia and New Zealand, I discovered flat whites and the joy of savory snacks along with coffee. Here in the U.S., … Read the rest
The Latest Scottsdale Craft Beer Hangouts
There’s a new craft beer place popping up every few minutes in Scottsdale. Or it at least seems that way. Right now, I can think … Read the rest
The Worst Things About Living in Scottsdale
A recent tweet by Arizona Central, the online home of The Arizona Republic, got me thinking about the worst things about living in Scottsdale.… Read the rest
Scottsdale’s New Mountain Biking Trails – First Impression
I’m not used to being confused while mountain biking near the Pima & Dynamite trails in Scottsdale. But today” Flumoxed, mixed up, mystified. Like “watching … Read the rest
Dead Malls – How to Revive Them
I got wrapped up in a story about dead malls via LinkedIn.com. Why are Malls Getting Mauled” says mega-shopping centers are endangered.
My city of … Read the rest
Hot Yoga University in Scottsdale – My Review
Hot Yoga University at a Glance
- Excellent instructors
- Focused on hot yoga, but they also have non-heated classes
- Reasonably priced
- Since COVID, they’ve worked to
Fighter Pilot for a Day – Top Gun in Scottsdale”
[Sept. 15 Update:Â An alert Twitter user (Yes, I still refuse to say “Tweep”) pointed out an article on Aero-News.net claiming that Top Gun … Read the rest
Best of Arizona – Pima & Dynamite Trail Network
I almost don’t notice it. But the slow, wiggling movement catches my eye. A splotch of black and orange among shades of brown.
Yes! It’s
Views from North Scottsdale – Third Annual McDowell Sonoran Challenge
I was hanging around having a hot dog at the Weenie Wagon; then I heard the phrase of the day from a guy who works … Read the rest
Scottsdale, Ariz.: 5 Scenes from a Mountain Bike Ride
NOTE: A lot has changed since I published this. The area has a new name, which is Brown’s Ranch. I’ve also posted an update with … Read the rest