Big Gravel Friday Got Dirty.

Two soldiers go hunting...

rabbits...

Wrist Snappers...

MiLeSSSSSS....

40 Miles(Paved, Gravel, Singletrack)

Consider me officially de-sanded! Thank you VGS-12!

Backpackers Monthly February Edition - Spring in your step

FEBRUARY 26-28, 2010

In summary, Night hike Friday to Bell Mtn, setup camp, woke up chilly and enjoyed a sunrise peaking over the trees and under a few clouds. Coffee and bagels to fuel the day, then off trail straight down to Shut-in's creek. A lot more off trail to the peak on Lindsey Mtn. The cool temps allowed us to pack some flank steak for fajitas with fixin's and the sun made the rocks a worthy picnic location. More bushwacking and out to the gravel for a nice quiet stroll back to the TrailHead. We did stop just off the gravel to enjoy a few sips of fine Craggenmore Single Malt 12 for me and Savory Jack D. for Wendy as the moon rose from the treetops. Great 24 hour trip for sure.

The last 3 pics are us kicking around our friends front yard....ahhh to have a shut-in's right in the front yard...SWEET. PS...it's official white chicks can jump.

Tarptent at Sunrise

Spring in her step!

Did I mention fear of heights?

View back at Bell Mtn, we just left the high point in the center of the picture.

Lindsey Mtn

Clownin' around.

Marble Creek

Rockhopper!

Biking for Baby Food!

If your gonna ride, then ride for a greater cause than just getting your fat ass off the couch.

The Shriners do it in little yellow jeeps so kids can walk.

Bob is gonna do it so babies can eat.

Click It!
http://biking-for-baby-food.blogspot.com/

....breaking the cycle for cycling.

Off Season Complete

As the eve of February is upon us we find time is ripe for a change.

Why not test run the French press ala Jet Boil PCS in the kitchen.

Rule 1) Do not assemble French Press and add coffee then boil.

Seemed like the fastest way to get the much needed black juice.

Instead of the typical waddle to the fridge for a beer, how about a ride instead?

Proper planning will lead to the Trail Head Brewery in just a short 25.04 mile spin from home via neighborhoods and Katy trail state park. The beer is not as good as a fine TTM ale, and the sweet potato is lacking the TTM touch of grilling overnight.

Maybe a breast of Peacock would make nice table fare?

To work it off a bit more of a ride is in order.

Better be quick this pace line don't wait around for desert.

If your off season was a tough as mine odds are you will see lots of this for a month or so...

Public service announcement: Yo Frenchtown Antique District...your signage is a bit misleading. I am sure this orignated near the other end of Hwy 94. If ya still want the sign its chillin' next to a light pole in Research Park.

Bring It February TTM is back!

How cold is it?

Yes it's that cold in Missouri.