Slipping into the icy water isn’t comfortable. I can’t relax, I’m tense, and I really just want to get out of here, NOW. My mind tells me I’m freezing and should flee—but I stay in—I want to reap the benefits the come through withstanding the discomfort. Eventually overcoming what seemed like an insurmountable situation turned out to be thoroughly energizing and enlivening. Continue Reading…
An early morning bike ride leads me up the winding climb and into quiet solitude of the forest. This trail network doesn’t see as many riders—exactly what I was searching for. I brought my bear spray today, I considered that to be a better option than punching a bear in the nose in an effort to save Kula… Continue Reading…
Gazing into the woods, I see a lonely tree. No nearby trees touching its outstretched leaves, no cheerful birds sit atop its limbs—they have come and gone and only the wind whistles through now. I consider how trees stand lonesome, yet with strength and confidence; and silent fortitude as they endure the storms and the heavy blows. Continue Reading…
When most people think of a “rebel,” they think of a troublemaker–someone who doesn’t like to follow rules and enjoys causing disruption.
Rebels aren’t just badasses that drive fast and cause mischief. They break rules in order to explore new ideas, uncharted territory, and create positive change. They create the friction required to test alternative ways of doing things that can lead to better solutions. Rebels conjure up creative solutions by balancing experimentation with a curious mind, and by tempering experience with a humble beginners approach, continually asking, “Why do we always do things this way?” and “Who are you to say I can’t do it?”. They understand that if you play by the rules or think you know it all already, you lose the ability to break new ground. Continue Reading…
Bounding down the trail, tail wagging, tongue and ears flapping; Kula was flying down the North Shore classic trail, Boogieman! So much fun and the conditions were superb 🙂
I must say, we call them best friend for a reason. Kula may not carry me up the climb trail, but she always provides a big smile, positive energy, and some hilarious stunts!
Rolling up to the trailhead, do you jump on your bike and set off for a fun-filled adventure. Or, do you look around and notice that there are no orange bikes in the parking lot, become very offended and conclude that there must be a problem with people boycotting orange bikes.
If you are looking for problems, you find problems. Continue Reading…
There’s nothing like a balmy spring day of sunshine, slabs, and my furry sidekick! Kula and I had a super fun morning cruising down Hueso, as the warm sunshine landed nicely on the trail’s south facing rock slabs.