Category Archives: Ride Report

Last Push before Fort Yargo XTERRA

Posted on 01/05/2014 by

Here is a quick run-down of my final run-up to the race: Saturday, 12 April Day off Sunday, 13 April Brick: 25-minute bike followed by a 35-minute run – both at tempo or higher. Spent most of the afternoon paddling … Continue reading →

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Epic Ride at Little Big Econ

Posted on 22/04/2014 by

My son, Shael, turned seven on 10 April. A few weeks before his birthday, I asked him if he had something special in mind. After his usual request for Sushi dinner, he said that he wanted to “do something special … Continue reading →

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My Current Status

Posted on 19/03/2014 by

I wish I could say that I ready and gunning for a gnarly season in 2014, which is what I was planning at the beginning of the 2013 season, but it just isn’t going to happen, and I’ve been avoiding … Continue reading →

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Paisley Loop

Posted on 19/12/2013 by

A bit over a month ago, my wife and kids were out of town, and since I’m still injured, I’ve been trying to figure out things I can do to keep somewhat fit. I decided that I would take a … Continue reading →

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Race Report / Part II – XTERRA Whitewater – Charlotte, NC, 14 July 2013

Posted on 22/10/2013 by

Prerace Race morning started a bit rocky with the alarm and the wake-up call not coming through (glad I had the back up plan, huh?), but luckily, I get up early anyway, and I didn’t lose much time. After a quick … Continue reading →

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Florida Summertime Brutality

Posted on 03/07/2013 by

Headed out of the house today for a ride at Martins Dairy. After a fairly long run there on Monday, I basically knew what was in store, but I still underestimated. For about the first couple miles of my run … Continue reading →

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Training Report – June 18-22

Posted on 24/06/2013 by

With the Whitewater Xterra looming on the now nearing horizon, I’ve started to shift my training slightly. My goal is to decrease volume slightly and increase intensity. My hope is that since the race is not quite as long, this … Continue reading →

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