What was once a dream is now reality. The ride around the Santa Ritas is complete and it was a roaring success. We were presented the opportunity of a good day and we took it. It turned out to be the perfect day. The preparation for the ride was extensive: Recon 1 Recon 2 Recon [...]
More work on the Molino trail today, this time on the east side of the campground–the steep and very difficult climb up to the saddle. I always think that I am going to ride more and more of the climb whenever I attempt it, but I always end up walking a number of sections. It’s [...]
I grew up in Salt Lake City, and as a 12 year old, starting riding the shoreline trail on a $150 rigid bike, thanks to my Dad. The area remains without a doubt one of my favorite places to ride. Hero hill, the living room, the quarry, rollercoaster and of course the beacon. 10 minutes [...]
We finished up our third and final Santa Rita epic recon ride. The pieces are complete–now all that remains is to attempt the whole thing. Although I’ve done a number of rides on the east side, it is one of the most confusing areas on the planet. Small canyons and roads everywhere. All the canyons [...]
It was a nice relaxing weekend. Not much riding, but a couple of good hikes and plenty of rest. It’s always great to have family visiting. The hikes were Douglas Spring trail, then Camino de Oeste at Starr Pass. Both very nice days to get out. During the latter hike my sister discovered a trail [...]
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