Bikepacking the Colorado Trail (COVID Edition)
It’s interesting trying to tell a story that ended before it was intended. But, as with all the best stories, it’s the unscripted and unexpected that makes for the best … Continue reading
Giving thanks on Pico de Orizaba (18,491′)
In what has become a Thanksgiving tradition these past few years, I decided once again to travel to a beautiful place with wonderful friends to celebrate in a wild and scenic natural … Continue reading
Mt. Rainier DC Route 8/14-16/2013
…one of these days I’m going to be a lot smarter and spend my vacations sleeping in and spending the afternoons in the warm waters of overpriced tourist traps on … Continue reading
San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas to Antigua, Guatemala!!!!
I did it!!!!!!! I managed to cycle into Antigua early in the afternoon on December 16th, 2012. 111 days and 4,656 miles after leaving Vancouver. As I cycled into Antigua, … Continue reading
Oaxaca, Oaxaca to San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas
It’s always hard saying goodbye. It’s especially hard saying goodbye to someone who has shared your adventure for the past 3 months. However, Josh and I had our separate paths … Continue reading
Mexico City, Mexico to Oaxaca, Oaxaca
Devotion. It’s a crazy thing. Throughout time it has helped shape great civilizations while also tearing them apart in other places. It is the reason we all strive to do … Continue reading
Guadalajara, Jalisco to Mexico City, Mexico
Leaving Guadalajara and making the trek across mainland Mexico towards D.F., we began climbing and climbing through volcanic and agricultural land. In a way, it was as if Mexico were … Continue reading
La Paz, BCS to Guadalajara, Jalisco
“Prepare yourself Andy, things will be very different when you get to mainland Mexico. It’s like a different country.” As we were finishing up our Baja California section, I was … Continue reading
Guerrero Negro, BCS to La Paz, BCS
“Tranquilo”….. It’s a word you hear a lot down here. Peaceful. Relaxed. Chill. After the hustle and bustle of cycling through the vicious yet stunning desert of Baja California Norte … Continue reading
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