From hot laps on the pavement to slow grinds in the mountains, here are a fifteen lessons that I took home from both the Carson City Off Road race and my bike packing extravaganza around Lake Tahoe. 1. Criteriums are fun, but you should definitely know how to corner. (Not saying I do, just saying it would be helpful...) 2. When competing in an elite back country race, gaining a good position on the first major climb is key. 3. It's probably a good idea to pre-ride the majorit

Sometimes the race is the least memorable part of the race weekend. When it goes well, there’s not much to report. I’ve competed in a couple of races since my last report, but the Yeti Beti Bike Bash in Lakewood, Colorado had a lasting impression on me. Little Bella’s is an amazing mountain bike organization that aims to help young women realize their potential through cycling. I was grateful for the opportunity to mentor a great group of girls on the Saturday before the Yeti