Aug 16 – 20, 2016 After I wrote the prior entry “Tre Cime – A Proper Flogging”, I realized that I was essentially writing a daily ride report, complete with statistics and analytics. The only thing I was missing was a Go Pro video. That is not my purpose nor desire…so...
Tre Cime – A Proper Flogging
August 15, 2016 109km (68 miles) distance, 3,586m (11,765 ft) elevation gain Tre Cime means “Three Peaks”. This is one of classic stages of the Giro d’Italia and has been featured several times in the event. This ride is a potpourri of everything that is great about...
If Nutella is to Brussels Sprouts, then Dolomites are to Road Cycling
August 13, 2016 How do you get a 5 year old to eat Brussels sprouts? Dip them in Nutella, wash them down with Mountain Dew all while he’s in line for a roller coaster at Disney World. Then stand back and marvel at the energy explosion. So...how do you get a mountain...
“Can You Be In Venice by Saturday?” Cycling in the Dolomites on a Whim.
August 12, 2016 “Hey! Back in Boulder?” was the Whatsapp message I received at 9:30 Tuesday night from my friend Rex in Hong Kong. “Si…” I replied. No sooner did I hit "send", my phone rang. “I read your blog. It looked great. What are you doing this weekend?” Rex...
