Monthly Archives: October 2013

Hmmm let’s see… many years ago I took a self portrait on a mountain ridge.  Many, many, many years before that I read “The Raven” for the first time.  Since today is Halloween, for some odd reason I also decided to celebrate and graft a … Continue reading →

If you’re ever looking for bicycle-fueled inspiration be sure and check out Crazy Guy on a Bike, an incredible collection of journals, reviews and articles geared toward the touring cyclist.  I’ve been reading it for years and never become bored … Continue reading →

“Spit in your eye I will defy, you’ll be afraid when I call out your name” – Iron Maiden, The Prisoner I’d been climbing for about an hour when the banshees began to wail from somewhere near the vicinity of my bike’s … Continue reading →

I once read that every raindrop begins life as a snowflake in the upper reaches of the atmosphere. I’m not sure how true that is, but it sure is a nice thought to have when you step outside on a … Continue reading →