Category Archives: Personal

If I seem tired…

Posted on June 9, 2008 by Tom

…well that’s because this weekend was one of the best weekends ever to be in Colorado! The weather was fantastic, the activities were epic, and the company great! Photos will be forthcoming, but know that the weekend involved rocks, wheels, … Continue reading →

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If I seem cranky…

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Tom

…It’s only because I’m under-slept, under-resourced, under-sunned, and under-exercised. Good thing it’s the annual weekend dedicated to singing flesh on the grill – it’s just what the Dr. ordered. (Now, piss-off!)

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The Impact of Goals

Posted on May 4, 2008 by Tom

These days, most of my riding buddies are a little burnt out on racing. After 4 or 5 years of spending a summer doing a race every other weekend or so, most of us have decided that this summer we … Continue reading →

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Chalk Creek Race Report

Posted on May 4, 2008 by Tom

OK, I wasn’t going to race this summer. Then, I committed to do the Laramie Enduro. Now, I have a training program… …and part of that program is a couple of hard efforts. I’m tentatively going to do three events … Continue reading →

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Super-Walker!

Posted on May 4, 2008 by Tom

I needed a long ride today to prepare for Laramie. So, I opted for a Super-Walker, which in the jargon means ride from Boulder up Flagstaff, over the top, down to Walker Ranch, around Walker Ranch, and back to Boulder. … Continue reading →

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Spring!

Posted on April 16, 2008 by Tom

OK, so I may have been a little premature. But, nevermind! What is really important is that over the last two glorious days – including 80 degrees yesterday – my lawn changed from brown to green, trees’ leaves have opened … Continue reading →

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Overheard on Yesterday's Ride

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Tom

“Tough way to start the day.” “This is hard. No, actually, the trail’s not hard, it’s just that I suck.” “This trail is kicking my butt.” “Man, I’m old.” “Man, I’m weak.” “I am such a spaz on my bike”. … Continue reading →

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Gabi Hutter – You'll Be Missed

Posted on March 4, 2008 by Tom

Gabi and I talked about skiing together last weekend. I opted to stay in Boulder and enjoy the warm spell on my bike, just for a change of pace. Then this. Damnit. Damnit all to hell.

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Oh Happy Day!

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Tom

I noticed that the trees and shrubs around my yard have little nubbins all over them…pretty soon – a week? two? – they’ll grow into tiny little leaves and block my view of that icky white crap that blankets the … Continue reading →

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Unto The Breach

Posted on November 14, 2007 by Tom

I’ve been on the sidelines too long; the meek inherit nothing. It’s time to re-engage. With a little Shakespeare, I hereby announce that I’m back! Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more, Or close the wall up with … Continue reading →

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