Monthly Archives: November 2013

Outfitting Free Bird

Posted on November 30, 2013 by brent1965

The Outfitting of Freebird. The design objectives: Small enough and light enough for my 4 cylinder Subaru to pull up and down mountain passes (manufacture says it weighs less than 1,000 lb.) Narrow enough for me to be able to … Continue reading →

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The Most Attainable Form of Human Flight Ever Known.

Posted on November 23, 2013 by brent1965

 Paragliding, anyone? Yes, this is a cycling blog.  But, I will always take time to talk about other hobbies that interest me.      Point of the Mountain, Draper Utah. This is a great spot to learn paragliding, in fact, one … Continue reading →

Posted in Micro Adventures, Paragliding, Utah | Tagged | 1 Comment

Apocalyptic Fixie Build, Part 3

Posted on November 15, 2013 by brent1965

For part 1 of this project, click here. This is the final chapter of my Apocalyptic Fixie Build Project. Now I can begin dreaming of another one (just kidding, my wife is approaching melt down mode with all my bicycles). … Continue reading →

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Riding with the Ladies

Posted on November 9, 2013 by brent1965

It’s not fast, it’s not competitive, it’s not anaerobic, but it’s fun! I love my wife and cherish the chance to share a beautiful ride with her.  Today was such a day.  We rode the Kelly Canyon loop with my … Continue reading →

Posted in Fat bikes, Gravel Riding, Idaho, Micro Adventures, Rides | 2 Comments

Pimping my 2014 Mukluk, Part 2

Posted on November 1, 2013 by brent1965

Is it possible to make the Mukluk lighter and at the same time, more thorn resistant?  If so, this would be a huge win-win.   This is part 2 of a 3 part series.  For part 1, click here.  Part 2 will focus … Continue reading →

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