Bikepacking Life
Trail talk
Posts that discus trails and experiences.
CTR Memories
CTR 550 Miles of Wonder The CTR includes 550 desolate miles and +10,000 elevations from Durango to Denver. One of the best inventions of…
The Sub-24-Hour Shakedown: A Smart First Bikepacking Test
Originally published in 2019. Refreshed in July 2026. A sub-24-hour bikepacking trip is exactly what it sounds like: one overnight that fits into the…
Why a First Bike-Camping Trip Matters
A personal Field Note on why a small, welcoming first bike-camping trip can open the door to a lifetime of outdoor adventure.
Bikepacking Isn’t Just Racing: Why Slow, Casual Overnights Matter
Originally published in 2019. Refreshed in July 2026. Bikepacking is often introduced through big numbers: huge routes, long days, exhausted finish-line photos, and riders…
CFITT 2012 training video
CFITT 2012 race Back in November of 2012, I threw my hat in for a second go at the CFITT race in central Florida.…