All the Way to Antelope Wells
The only way to Antelope Wells is forward. And the only way forward, is to keep pedaling.
Smoke, Fire, Rain, and Snow
A surprisingly relaxed group of bikepackers sat around tables eating, drinking, swapping stories. The start of the 2016 Smoke N Fire was just hours away. Rain was in the forecast. But nobody seemed too worked up about it. The mood helped me relax. 470 miles of unknown dirt was in the immediate future. What was there to be nervous about?
Demons and The Divide
We set out on a week long journey to discover something about the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Of course, what I discovered had less to do with the ups and downs of the road, and more to do with my own personal demons.
Bedrock and Paradox
Bikepacking helps a person appreciate the simple things–smooth trail, tailwinds, shade, and a general store with generous hours.
Freedom is a Bicycle
Riding a bike is freedom. Especially a bike loaded with a sleeping bag, shelter, and other such things to keep one alive in the mountains.