I’m obsessed with Twitter. I think about it morning, noon and night. I dream about it, I read about it, I listen to podcasts about it, it’s an extension of who I am. Kind of sick yes, but very awesome at the same time.
So what the heck is Twitter?
A few peeps to follow on Twitter:
http://twitter.com/outsideallday (me)
http://twitter.com/outsidealldave (Sheek)
http://twitter.com/motortabs
http://twitter.com/livefluid
Andy B
outsideallday.com
The Warrior Society’s 2008, Traverse Race had riders such as Tinker Juarez attending…
One of our local Clubs, Team Velocity raced and here are the results:
The Warrior’s Society Traverse Ride Saturday, June 7, 2008 turned into an epic race! It was around 44 miles from Black Star Canyon to Trabuco Canyon Road and included blistering heat and steep climbs that caused 37 DNFs.
Velocity was well represented as all four of our riders finished. Amazing in itself as the heat was brutal. Dalton got 3rd in Expert, Gibson a 3rd in his category. Baldewin looked fresh -like he cruised around the loop- came in for a 10th and Williams took 4th.
Great Job from the Mountain Bike Division of Team
Velocity. I am inspired to ride my bike on the loop
more….
Al Morinaka
Team Velocity
For more info on the Warrior Society or the race report
-DSheek
I love stories of others outside enjoying themselves!
If you’re not doing anything this weekend head down to Dana Point for the Dana Point Grand Prix. If I was in town Carter and I would head down to watch.
Dana Point Grand Prix
June 1, 2008
danapointgrandprix.com
I heard their’s a chance that the mighty Sheek of Team Outside All Day racing may make an appearance. If he shows, make sure to get his autograph. I heard they go for big bucks on eBay.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Inside Communications manages brands VeloNews, Inside Triathlon, VeloPress, VeloGear and VeloSwap.
Recently they have posted a “Web Advertising Traffic Coordinator” position. The job is located in San Diego.
For more details go to:
www.insideinc.com/node/10/76
Maybe it’s a fit for you!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
My new friend Melissa from Coconut Coasters Beach Bike Rentals in Kauai has recommended taking my ride along the Kaua’i Coastal Path. Below is a little video highlighting how freakin awesome it’s going to be.
Aloha!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Check out the latest issue of CycleOps Power, they have featured a story about a recent race, the Idyllwild Spring challenge. Below is the whole newsletter:
Click here to read the full story from:
Cyclops Power, Saris Cycling Group
Thank you ! !
Manuel Prado.
Below is a message from my friend Crystal at Rock N Road.
Hello Ladies!
It’s time for the monthly Diva Road Ride…join Meredith, Tracie and Nicky and Crystal for a two part road ride.
Date: Saturday, May 31st
Be ready to roll at 8:00am from Rock N Road Mission Viejo.
First Loop: approx. 15 miles, 1 hour
We will meet at Rock N Road Mission Viejo and do a loop out to Antonio and back. This first loop is for beginner to intermediate riders and will be at a moderate pace.
Return to Rock N Road Mission Viejo. Those who are done can leave at this point- everyone else, we will take off again from the Mission Viejo shop.
Second Loop: approx. 30 miles, 2 hours
This route will head out to Irvine and includes 3 climbs. This route will be for intermediate to advanced riders and a faster pace.
WE HAVE A SURPRISE FOR EVERYONE IN ATTENDANCE, AND SOMETHING EXTRA SPECIAL FOR THE WOMAN WHO BRINGS THE MOST FRIENDS!
Let’s have a great ride, and email Crystal with any questions…crystal@rocknroadcyclery.net
Get out there!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Matt Smart has recently turned Dave and I onto Competitorradio.com. Dave is now falling asleep listening to them. I fall asleep next to my wife Julie and Dave falls asleep snuggling his cross bike. One isn’t better than the other, just different.
Competitorradio.com interviews Tyler Farrar about the trials and tribulations of life as a professional cyclist. Tyler Farrar is on Team Slipstream-Chipotle and just finished racing in the classics in Europe after two injury plagued seasons. He is very candid about the trials and tribulations that go with spending your life as a professional bike racer. We look forward to seeing him at the Tour de France come July.
Click here for more details on this show.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
While sitting in my chair on this gloomy Memorial Day watching the Giro d’Italia on Versus and browsing the brand new Rock Racing Clothing Store I began day dreaming about my vacation this week (longest sentence ever). Julie, Carter, Alison, Alex, Susan, Randy and I are all heading over to Kauai for a few days of RNR.
With all of the cycling I’m pouring into my brain (road for 90 minutes this morning) I started researching bike rentals on the island. Kauai Cycle has a full high end bike rental program! Heaven has come down to earth in the form of riding bikes on vacation. I’m brining all my gear over with. I don’t know if I’ll rent a road bike or mountain bike. Maybe Julie will give me a pass to do both!
Along with the rides Alex, Alison and I will do some running if my freakin feet allow. I’ll post pictures of the ride/rides in between reading, swimming, eating sushi and napping. You can see how sweet my sun burn is!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
In the Year of Big Ideas, my childhood friend Brad laid it out – he was going to climb El Cap in 2008. Never mind that he had minimal climbing experience or had never even been to Yosemite. We schemed and scheduled “vacation.” We planned and tried to convince others to join us, but in the end, Brad and I were on our own to wrestle with one very big – arguably bad – idea. We had four days to pull it off. We would have to climb faster than we could manufacture excuses.
Click here for more info on this episode of the Dirtbag Diaries by Fitz Cahall.
All of Fitz’s shows are great. The guy tells stories better than anyone. Download this episode if you’re looking for a solid story.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
If you’ve been reading this blog for any period of time you know that I’m obsessed with the Patagonia brand. One year ago I purchased:
Patagonia Houdini Full-Zip Jacket – Men’s
This is a perfect running/riding jacket. It’s light weight and great for rainy weather. A week back the zipper began splitting in 2 doing a reverse zip thing. When you spend that much on a jacket you expect it to last for a while. Then I remembered the reason why I purchase Patagonia clothing in the first place. The Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee.
We guarantee everything we make. If you are not satisfied with one of our products at the time you receive it, or if one of our products does not perform to your satisfaction, return it to the store you bought it from or to Patagonia for a repair, replacement or refund. Damage due to wear and tear will be repaired at a reasonable charge.
I took my jacket back to the local Patagonia retailer and they swapped it out for me on the spot. No questions asked.
I love that warm fuzzy feeling,
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Use promo code “springfling20” during checkout. This offer expires on May 30, 2008. Don’t forget about our exclusive OutsideAllDay.com special offer in May. For all purchases made on Altrec.com you are eligible to win an Osprey backpack. This expires on May 30, 2008.
Our friends at Moosejaw are going big with an additional 10% off coupon.
Happy shopping and long weekend!
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Lately I have been inspired to run. Maybe it is because I watched the movie “Without Limits” the story of Steve “Pre” Prefontaine, famous Oregon Duck and American long distance runner (must see). Late last year I found this awesome run about 5 miles from work. Crystal Cove State Park consist of 3.5 miles of coastline and beautiful trails. The run that I have been doing consist of that 3.5 miles of coastline and hill repeats. All I can say it kicks my butt! (I have thrown up after the hill repeats twice). I have done it for 3 weeks now and I feel I am in the best running shape ever! This is the best beach run in Southern California, get out and run it!!
For more info on Crystal Cove State Park:
http://www.crystalcovestatepark.com
For more info on “Without Limits”:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119934/
Alex Omel
outsideallday.com Contributor
