Site of the Week
31 July 2006
Ogden Hub, by
John Dilworth. John was my interactive design professor and a good one at that. He knows anything and everything about web and interactive design. He's built Ogden Hub in hopes of creating an online community of enthusiasts to contribute and share information pertaining to the better part of Ogden. Also check out the
Urban Climbing section of the site. He has posted a Youtube video that will rock your world.
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Flickr PRO
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Originally uploaded by studiophive.I finally paid for a Flickr Pro Account. Must have been after I cut my hair, because It appears that I'm not thinking very well. Feel free to check out all the new photos and sets on my flickr page. enjoy!
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The Spudman
30 July 2006
Spent the weekend in Burly Idaho to support my big sis who was participating in the Spudman Tri. She and her team were back defending their title as race champions, she of course would be doing the cycling leg of the race. The race was great, her team did well in the transition areas and despite their runner who barely made it across the line... (She collapsed on the line from some sever heat exhaustion and was rushed to the hospital) They won. I'm so proud of my sis. She has three lovely children and a husband who works in Alaska as a boat pilot and San Fran. as a tug boat pilot. She has worked really hard to get herself ready for the race and the efforts have proved to be successful. Congratulations!
From the water to the bike. Notice the harry man in the bg
Super fast Sidney
The Grand Reward
Sweet Ride
ONLY IN IDAHO
Titled "Roam-a-Therapy" the people are walking in a field with cows.
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Dopers Suck
27 July 2006
Need I get out the tshirt again. Way to go Floyd, keep'n it real.
Velo News Dopers Suck
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Site of the Week
25 July 2006
JOCKS RULE
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little to big
24 July 2006
Hooked up with friends Taylor Foss and Ryan Blaney, today and went for a nice morning ride. we rode up little cottonwood canyon to Alta, then down and over to big cottonwood and up to Brighton. Very nice day for riding and the company was great. Some photos of the day:
8:00 am Ryan and Taylor
My arms were shining with perspiration ... We turned up the heat on the climb
I wore my red hot smokin white shorts just in case I saw Jason Sager. He loves em
For Christmas, my boss at the J gave me a gift card to Garts. I finally used it to get myself a red hot smokin soccer ball.
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American In Yellow
22 July 2006
American Floyd Landis seals the deal. After loosing over 8min. Floyd stepped it up and made a charge to get himself back in Yellow. Today he sealed the deal in the final time trial and now dawns the Yellow Jersey. Once more we have the privilege to hear the American National Anthem.
check it out here!
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Living Strong
18 July 2006
It's been an emotional week for me and today I found myself digging another grave. My sister's Golden Retriever Jackson, was diagnosed with cancer a few weeks before my dog liddle. Jackson became extremely sick, cant move on his own and refuses to eat. Today, he will join the four greatest dogs in his final resting spot in my parents back yard.
Jackson is not your typical Golden. When most dogs dream of riding on fire trucks, he dreams about tug boats. For the past 10 years he's been all over the globe from California, to Alaska to Utah and everywhere in between. Jackson has a zest for life unlike any dog I've seen. He'll play fetch for hours on end, he'll lay quietly next to you while you're sick in bed. His heart is bigger than Texas. He loves everyone and is kind and gentle. He'll bring you a pillow, or a shoe, or anything laying near, when you enter the room and he does it all with a big puppy smile.
Jackson has endured more than we'll ever know these last few months and because of his big heart, he let us focus our attention on Liddle's last few weeks here on earth. Now it's time for Jackson to take a much needed vacation from his painful life. He's off with the other dogs to eat, play, swim, and lay in the shade of a tree on a breezy summers day.
I now have third reason to wear my livestrong band.
We're going to miss Jackson.
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"welcome back"
15 July 2006
"welcome back" was what one of my good friends said to me after I finished the mountain bike race today at Snowbird. It was a good day, pretty warm but I never really noticed it much or had any problems with the temp. As the race started I made a move shortly off the line to be the first one to the single track. I didn't feel like I warmed up enough and if I lead the race I could dictate the speed. As soon as we hit the steep and loose dirt road climb, Bart G. and Alex, both passed me. I figured they would be battling for first and second and would put in deep in the pain cave if I tried to contend. Alex was coming off of two big national wins in the semi-pro category and even though Bart has been working like crazy with the new shed and countless hours perusing his doctorate, he's still extremely fit and tough to beat.
on the fifth and final lap I was able to catch Bart and then make up a little time on Alex. I scorched the DH and at the bottom got on his wheel. As long as I could hold on, it was going to be a sprint to the finish. The last 150 yards or so Alex and I began to ramp it up and thankfully he wasn't feeling as good as I. He put up a good fight, but in the end I was able to cross the line first.
It felt really good to win today... it always feels good to win at Snowbird. I feel like things are looking up with my fitness and i'm hoping to carry it over for Nationals in Brian Head and Aspen, in August.
Thanks to Shannon for working hard today in the timing tent, to my dad for passing bottles, and Ed Chaunner, for hosting another great mountain bike race.
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Shredd'n the Crest
12 July 2006
Hooked up with Ty, Rob, Ryan B. and Chad for a nice evening ride on the Crest. Ty threw it down from the beginning and I chased... forever. It was a nice way to get away from the realities of home and the constant thoughts of events early this week. Still having a really hard time with the absence, but it's evenings like this that really help. Thanks
Ty, just before he droped everyone.
I stayed back to catch a few photos of Ryan.. he was throwing down some pretty sick stand-up wheelies. Almost as if they were back in style.
Classic Utah single track
Classic Utah Rock Stars
SOLID GOLD
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Collecting some thoughts
11 July 2006
It's Tuesday night. I went straight from work to my parents house but that's no good. My best friend was no longer there and everything seemed empty. Collecting thoughts on yesterday’s events have been pretty hard and very emotional. It was a good day to spend with Liddle but hard to let him go. I want to thank Dr. White (Bay View Animal Hospital), for making the trip to our home. Liddle always enjoyed riding in the car, but never enjoyed a trip to the vet. Dr. White made it possible for Liddle to spend his last few moments in our arms, on the floor of his house where he always lays. It was nice to finally see him comfortably resting. My father and I buried him in the back yard next to three other St. Bernards, all of which have been the best companions ever.
I seem to have neglected the
site of the week… sorry it’s late. Maybe some day I’ll buy one of these homes. They’re great.
I finally got my Mutant.
nke6.com is a brilliant site. I ordered my mutant quite a long time ago, but now he’s going with me everywhere. I’ll keep you posted with photos of our adventures.
I posted some photos of last weekends adventures on my
flickr site. Check em out.
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A Good Friend Passes On
10 July 2006
I've tried to ignore the feelings of sadness all day today but there's no
possible way. I sat at work like a zombie. I'm tired, I'm sad, I feel
useless because there's nothing I can do. To delay the inevitable even
longer only makes it worse for him and us. I spent the night on my parents
floor as he struggled to find a comfortable spot. The pain and suffering he
has endured I will never know because of the way his tail wags when I come
into the room. His eyes light up as if nothing was wrong and he's ready to
go for a walk or a ride in the truck. But as he struggles to his feet to
greet you it becomes Obvious to him and you, that the end is near. He's
the best friend anyone could ever have and will always remain that way to
me and to those who were fortunate enough to meet him.
On this day, the 10th of July, 2006. We honor and remember another one of
man's best friends who diligently served, loved and most defiantly lived.
We will all miss him.
Liddle 2000-2006
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Weekend memories
A very nice weekend was spent at the racing compound at Deer Valley. Yesterday's short track race was pretty intense but a lot of fun. Unfortunately for guys like me, (that haven't been to any of the Nationals this year) I get called up pretty close to the back end. You have to start somewhere though.. I tried my hardest to stay in the race but because of the laps were short, the leaders could easily make up time on the tail end. Last year I was only in it for 7 min. This year I made it to 9. Not really that good but I felt like I gave it an honest effort and look forward to Brian Head and Aspen. Hopefully I'll be going a bit stronger there.
Racing was good, the company was even better, the BBQ at Bart's compound was fantastic... but the winner is Shannon. Thanks to Shannon for arranging our lodging, cleaning up after everyone, scrubbing bottles, handing bottles, shooting photos... the list goes on and on. Shannon was a vital part of my weekend and I couldn't have done it with out her. She's the best support crew I've ever had. Thank you.
I'll publish some photos here and on flickr soon.
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The Big Race
08 July 2006
Today was fantastic. Not that I rocked the house or put the hammer down like I'd like to at a National, but I felt solid throughout the entire race (four laps. something like 28 miles and 9,000 verticle) We had a big group today.. 99+ so I was told. When you have that many elite riders funneling up a steep dirt road fighting for the shot to be first on the one track, it gets crazy. I decided to take it easy and relax. I didn't want to give it all by fighting through the bushes and off trail just to make up a few spots. My plan seemed to work out. I was able to make up a lot of time each lap and stay strong throughout the entire race. I ended up finishing in the big 39th spot, which I felt pretty good about considering the amount of training or not training I have under the belt and the poor conditon I was in a few weeks ago. I'm happy with my result and happy for the other Utah rock stars like Eric Jones. On thursday he raced the big 50 miler and took third. Today he killed it with a 16th place. he must have been a bit tired because he's usually in the top ten.
I'm going to bed now.. Tomorrows race (short track) is at 3:00. I'm assuming I'll be a bit worse off and in the pain cave pretty quick. It's a lot of fun though and gret for the specktators.
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The racing compound
07 July 2006
I just wrote up a nice entry about our weekend in the racing compound and who knows where it went.. I'm dealing with a PC (thanks to BZ and someone named Alex who's sporting a semi-strong wireless signal)
Just want to shout out to the top Utah guys in the Semi-pro class today..
Alex Grant with a big "W"
Ty Hansen for a secure 10th
Chad W with 19th
Brandon Firth 25th i think
Jake Pantone 30th ??
Tomorrow at 11:30 I'll be suffering for what I'm guessing will be about 2.5 hours. Today in the Pro race meeting they bumped us up to four laps instead of three. That's fine by me, I was sort of expecting it.
Props also go out to BZ for getting Kelli Emmit to commit to a full time girlfriend position. I'm sure they'll be married by August. Sorry Sly.
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Two Weeks
06 July 2006
Today marks the first day of my final two weeks at the J. I've enjoyed my
experience there as well as the friendly people I was able to work with. I
give a lot of credit to my boss who has exposed me to some new and
innovative tools of the trade, and hope that I can continue to use them
throughout my professional career. So join me and tip your drinks up, "to
the J".
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Nationals At Deer Valley
05 July 2006
Come one come all... the time is now. National Mountain Bike Racing at it Best, this weekednd only, Deer Valley Utah. Click
ME for more details.
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Kaysville Gets it done
04 July 2006
Happy 4th everyone. This is a photo of my home town letting it all hang out. The parade, fireworks, festivals, and carnie's make Kaysville a hot spot on the map for your Independence Day celebrations.
The Cash Crop.. My garden is sweet. I've go Corn, Tomatoes, and Pumpkins. Maybe I'll put together one of those corn mazes this fall and make a little extra cash. Maybe not though, I don't want to deal with people getting in there and not finding their way out.
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Site of the Week
02 July 2006
Click the title of this post for the site of the week. Enjoy
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Muddled Thoughts
I’m not sure what to think. I’m really not sure how to think either. I’m fighting muddled thoughts.
I woke up early today and made some breakfast. Put my water bottles that I had prepared the night before in a cooler and I was out the door. The race today would be held at Solitude ski resort and I was looking forward to it. I enjoy the course because it has everything I like. Long climbs with amazing single track descents, and today they were in perfect condition. The Pro men’s field had a large group today… 23 riders. That means big money for the winner, but in my case, I was hoping to stay within the top ten. Because of the National mountain bike race at Deer Valley next weekend, there were a few more riders to mix it up with. The race was going well and favorable to me as time went on. I was able to keep a steady pace throughout and make ground of those in front of me. As I descended towards the finish, happy with my efforts, I got a flat tire. I fiddled about trying to fix it while loosing time and about four places. I fixed the tire and continued towards the finish when it blew again. Loosing one more spot I ran and slowly road my flat tire to cross the line, very disappointed.
Muddled Thoughts... waiting for the race to start
Why was I so disappointed? Why did the moment I got my flat tire I began to blame Karma. What did I do to deserve this? Why me? It’s because I road my bike in the exact spot that I needed to in order for a sharp rock to puncture the tire. The second flat was a result of not putting enough air in the tube that I just replaced. If there were such a thing as Karma, I’d probably be getting crapped on every day. I’m far from perfect. I should be so lucky that this has been the only bike problem yet this year.
I guess I’m just a bit frustrated with my efforts to ride my bike. I’m frustrated that I was sick last week when I had big plans to ride my bike. I’m frustrated because I feel like I’m going to let people down if I don’t do well at Deer Valley or at any other race…
I spend a lot of time thinking, training, resting, eating, being moody and selfish…. For what? To be a professional cyclist who is yet to amount to anything. Sometimes I feel that way. Sometimes I feel like giving it all up because I’m never going to be better than the next guy. But most of the time I can’t wait to ride my bike. I can’t wait to race on Saturday’s. I love the way I feel because of cycling. I love that I get to line up with the cream of the crop, the best of the best… and regardless of how I do, and my family and friends are there and support me with everything they have. I hate my thoughts of failure and disappointment they take away all those things that I love. I hate my muddled thoughts.
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