Another day of riding ‘Fin” in Uwharrie. I love this bike and really happy the repairs I did seem to be holding up. It must be the geometry of the frame, but I remember 15 years ago when I first got it, I was was amazed what I rode, or lines I help I normally didn’t. The last two rides have brought back that joy.
How my day started
and how my day ended
That is the trail the bike is on, the leaves add a new experience.
Kodak and I got a long and wet hike in before work.
Today’s lunch and nap spot will do….
The sunset and clouds looked like islands to me. Photo from Pilot Mountain
A long day at work, so it was night ride. My mind had been busy all day and tough to not be loud, I realized mountain biking is the only time my brain shuts down and really allows me to be in the moment, as soon as I loaded up, my brain went back to overdrive.
Kodak and I got out for an early before work hike
#optoutside
Since REI started closing on Black Friday and encouraging customers to go outside, I have tried to do it (like I need a reason) and motivation today really helped. It started with rain and I couldn’t talk myself into a long hike in the rain, so I started to prep for indoor climbing when the sun came out. I know Uwharrie doesn’t get sloppy (or have erosion issues after light rains) so that is where I went. This is also the trail where I originally broke the Salsa Dos Niner 12 years ago, so it was nice to ride it there again
I had planned a longer ride but my elastomers in my Thud Buster completely disintegrated, I haven’t used the seat post in years, so not surprised. The failure gave me time to catch the second half of the UNC v NC State game
A day trip to Columbia and the first family gathering since my mom’s funeral. After dinner we went on a hike on trails behind Wendy and Wayne’s house.
Still had lots of color
The turn around point is a chicken coop
friendly boy
The coop even has a chandelier
Family
I was sent out last minute to do a Nat Sound on the soft opening of a new bar. The grand opening is Nov. 25.
Photo a Day by Jay Capers 