Jill Kintner wins US Open Giant Slalom!
Seattle native Jill Kintner smoked the field, including arch-rival Melissa Buhl, in the giant slalom competition at the US Open this weekend in Vernon, NJ. … Read more
Tiger Update: Dry Memorial Day weekend forecast!
Tiger Mountain is in great shape for riding this weekend, and the weather is supposed to be astounding. Upper Preston is almost completely dry, although … Read more
Trail work: Discovering the satisfactions on Tiger
When we think about doing trail work, our first impulse tends to be, “Any time we spend working on a trail could alternatively be spent … Read more
RIP Steve Larsen; cause of death still unclear
Cycling racer Steve Larsen passed away at the age of 39 Tuesday night in an untimely death initially blamed on a heart attack. Now word … Read more
Daily Roundup: Bike to Work Day wrap, Ride safe out there!
My friend Chuck Taylor, who could be dead, discusses his near-miss in KING-TV clip on Bike to Work Day. Chuck has the right attitude: He’s … Read more
Why my city bike is a mountain bike
My phat tires make a thrumming sound on pavement as I ride along. Skinny-tire cyclists pass me by like they have motors. My frame has … Read more
Today's Ride: Trillium on Tiger!
Tiger Mountain is covered with trillium this Spring — be sure to watch for them if you’re there during this weekend’s predicted sunshine. I don’t … Read more
Daily Roundup: Bike to Work Day tomorrow, Whistler Saturday, Washington State No. 1, Lance “philosophical”
Bike to Work Day is tomorrow! Looking outside this a.m. ain’t too promising, but the forecast is still calling for sunshine and 68 degrees. Quick … Read more
Daily Roundup: Lance/Astana soap opera, Vancouver likes bikes, Cascade offers breakfasts, Craigslist helps cops track bike thieves
Lance/Astana soap opera silences for now: Apparently Lance’s public squawking freed up some funding for the Giro d’Italia leg of Astana’s season. As far as … Read more
Lance's Chances II: Reducing expectations
On one front, Lance Armstrong deserves huge accolades for going ahead with his racing plans despite a broken shoulder. He’s making the talk-show and publicity … Read more