Competitions are a fun way to test your trials capabilities and meet other trials riders. Even if you’re a beginner, there’s something there for you. I highly recommend giving it a shot if you’re a trials rider and you’ve never entered a trials competition. Upcoming competitions: May 21, 2022: Trials Read more
Thursday was sunny and warm – and finally not windy. Of course that meant the spring gnats were out in full force. We had another new rider join the squad, giving the loaner bike some needed attention. And after the recent encounter with a rock, Mike’s previous frame was retired, Read more
This week’s group ride happened to fall on Cinco de Mayo. While there were no post-ride Coronas (nobody brought beer), we did bleed Scott’s brakes with antifreeze in the parking lot after the ride. How many engineers does it take to bleed Scott’s brakes? Apparently it takes three. Sadly, we Read more
This Thursday we were blessed with a gorgeous, sunny afternoon. It was absolutely perfect. Well… except for the gale force winds that made every line a struggle. As you can see, though, that didn’t stop the riding, including some pretty gnarly lines. I even brought my bike this week – Read more
With my arm injury failing to show any signs of healing, there isn’t much I can do on a bike since lunges, back wheel moves, and anything that jerks my arm makes my elbow hurt for days. That means that the few times I even get on the bike, I Read more
This week we’re back again at Colonel Ledyard Park, but this time with a bigger crew: seven riders, if I counted correctly. It was a windy afternoon, but fortunately the breeze kept away the annoying gnats that always gravitate to your eyes, nose, and ears while you’re trying to ride. Read more
Thursday’s forecast predicted rain; however, the rain held off until evening, yielding a surprisingly sunny, warm afternoon. We also had a pretty good rider turnout with skill levels ranging from beginner to expert. The group dynamic didn’t disappoint, with plenty of grab-assing, good-natured ribbing, and witty banter. The group sessioned Read more
Once again Thursday threatened rain, so the group ride was temporarily moved back to Tuesday… and back again to Colonel Ledyard Park. The weather was mild, sunny, and dry – perfect for a trials ride! Last week was the Jim and Scott show; this week we had Ryan, Tony, and Read more
This week’s group ride started on Tuesday with a break on Wednesday and finished on Thursday. Due to weather, work, injuries, and other logistical challenges, Jim and Scott were the only riders that showed up with their bikes on both days. Tuesday was absolutely beautiful, sunny, warm, and clear. Thursday Read more
Since my arm injury seems to be actually getting worse lately, I can’t really ride ‘real’ trials lines and moves, so I’ve been trying to be more creative – both in my riding and my video production. Here’s a short video I made primarily to test a couple GoPro camera Read more