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So there I was, drinking beer and looking at the internet. What ever happened to my blog..... I don't think people even realize that I race mountain bikes for a living. I think people know me as that guy who posts weekly POV videos on YouTube about riding on the edge of some scary cliff in the desert. I am a Vlogger now, do I really need a blog? Well, after a two-year hiatus, I just turned it back on because it made me smile. Let me know what you guys think. Times were simpler then. More projects, more problems. Wouldn't trade it for anything.

Airtearoa | Christchurch Adventure Park

2/23/2018

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Blasting and slapping in the Christchurch Adventure Park with fellow Yeti shredder, Jubal Davis. #followcamfriday, hide your sheep.

The Christchurch Adventure Park got off to a rough start last year, burning to the ground just after the grand opening. No worries mate. They just re-opened this year and are off to a great start, rebuilding and expanding the trail network.

Airtearoa is the newest trail to open in the park. Well built tables for miles, perfect for a morning rip with the lads. Mega- train approved.

Yeti squad in the house. Between Jubal, Tom and myself, all of the available turquoise was spoken for in the area. The sheep could see us coming a mile away..... I mean, Kilometer.... New Zealand doesn't care about stupid American measurement standards, much like the rest of the world.

Scandi's for days. This is the correct way to enter turns. Nothing dips the bike like a high-side. Jubal has got this on lock. A man to pay close attention to on the EWS circuit this season. The ground is scared.

Always try to jump the city. Always. The bright side to the fire and destruction is a unique perspective of Christchurch. The trees will eventually grow back.... right?

Proper trail bike t-bog.

I'll be down in NZ for another month. Racing, filming, eating, chasing sheep. Keep it locked right here for more.

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Brown Pow

2/16/2018

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When the dirt and snow come together to make the moisture levels absolutely perfect. #followcamfriday with Austin from the people's republic of Boulder

Some say that there is no mountain biking in Boulder. Boulder hates mountain biking, right.... This place changed my mind slightly. The road biking is still better in Boulder county, but this little gem is pretty cool.

Lefthand OHV was long coveted by the offroaders and shooters as a safe haven for recreation. Due to the recent floods, much of the road infrastructure has been washed away and the land has been mostly closed to motorized vehicles. It's still open to mountain biking.

The perfect blend of snow and dirt. Moisture levels on fleek. Always a pleasure to eat some of Austin's roost.

And now, #followcamfriday is off to New Zealand for 6 weeks of racing, filming, and shenanigans with sheep. Keep it locked right here!

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Hall In The Snow

2/9/2018

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Winter got you down? Buck up little camper. #followcamfriday from snowy Hall Ranch in Lyons, Colorado.

This has been an interesting winter, I must say. The lack of snow in the high country has kept me on the hunt for singletrack. I do miss skiing, normally I spend as much time as possible in the snow, taking a proper vacation from the mountain bike. But this winter has been different.

I am sitting in Moab as I type these words and it is well above 60 degrees. 60 degrees in February.... Well, I won't complain, I'll just ride my bike I guess. Could be worse. I never try to fight the seasons very hard. When it snows, I ski, when it's warm, I ride. No sense in trying too hard to do the wrong sport for the given conditions. Fortunately, we live in a pretty rad area that makes these activities possible, year round.

Austin grew up in Summit County, right down the street from me actually. I coached him when he was just a wee lad and I am always pleased to see that he still has passion for two-wheeled activities. Austin is one of the fastest American downhillers, in addition to shredding on the trail bike and moto. Nicest guy you will ever meet. Always a pleasure to chase him around.

Don't worry Boulder hippies, no trail was harmed in the making of this video. The soil at Hall Ranch is decomposing granite. Read: Kitty Litter. There is no clay in sight and the DG deals with moisture remarkable well. The grip is arguably better with a dusting of snow than when it hasn't rained in weeks out here. Hero traction.

The infamous rock garden on Lower Bittterbrush is full of line choice and technical challenges. Too bad Shawn Neer wasn't here to jump the entire section for us. Next time.

At this time, next week, I will be in New Zealand. Good thing I rode a few times in the last 2 months. Right back to full on summer. Thanks for nothing winter, see you next year hopefully.

That's good roost.

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Riding With "YouTubers"

2/2/2018

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YouTubers. It's a word, look it up. This is how I am classified and I am also "internet famous" apparently. What ever the hell that means... #Followcamfriday with Phil Kmetz and Jeff Lenosky.

I had the pleasure of visiting The Kingdom Trails in East Burke Vermont for the first time this past spring to attend NEMBAfest. This is basically a giant consumer event with bikes, rad trails, beer, and amazing people. If you are looking for a bike party on the East Coast, definitely put this on your list for 2018.

Enter Jeff Lenosky. We have known each other for a few years and have shared similar sponsors and ridden together a little bit. I have always looked up to the guy. Jeff is as genuine as they come. He basically created "street trials" and helped inspire a whole new way to have fun on a bike. Legend.

Enter Phil Kmetz. Phil is a retired DH racer, turned YouTube star. Phil is the guy having the most fun on the trail and riding with complete disregard for his back wheel. How to properly ride, if I do say so myself. Legend.

So what do you get when the YouTube all-star team joins forces? Well, a party of course. We are a bit of a circus act, all the blinking lights, all the shenanigans. I'm filming Jeff, filming Phil, filming me. Confused? You should be.

Jester Trail on Burke never really gets old. The transfer possibilities are basically endless. As per usual, pull up first, ask questions later. Always remember to boost a boner log at least once a day. Wicked good for ya kid.

Where will #followcamfriday take us next week? As I live at 9000ft in a frozen tundra, I am digging into the archives to keep the stoke levels topped off. My Youtube channel will break the 100,000 sub mark next week. I think they mail me a framed metal play button. I may wear that thing around my neck for a bit like Flavor Flav. PE#1

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