Gravel Grind promo
Ok so I shot some video with my cell phone that will likely make you sick trying to watch, but figured I'd post it (unedited.However- some great views and good gravel- keep the 6th open!

TWAF Holiday Gravel Grinder

Timing
Some might think I am accident prone, I like to think of it as giving 110% all the time and suffering the consequences. As a result of this, I have had much more than my share of injuries. From dislocated ankles, a couple knee surgeries, to multiple dislocations of both elbows and one elbow surgery, broken bone in my left elbow, an avulsion fracture in my left shoulder, 3rd degree AC joint

And So Begins the Slide...
Actually the slide began about 17 years ago when I came to grips with the idea that I would never make the big time in either Nordic skiing or bike racing. Ever since then I've struggled with my inner American and justified those "Two all beef patties special sauce lettuce cheese pickles onions on a sesame seed bun" by getting out for a good ride or ski (depending on the Earth's current position

Porky Gulch Classic
I showed up. I raced. I raced again. I showed up late. I raced with the big boys. I am now very tired.More on that later.DEA