Leadville is such a special race. I love walking around the venue the day before and hearing the goals of each individual race. It’s an atmosphere of abundance. While in some races, we operate under scarcity (only one person can win), at Leadville that script is ripped apart and thrown away. I think it’s because … More Leadville 100

This weekend I had the surprise opportunity to line up for the Leadville Stage Race which typically breaks down the infamous Leadville 100 into 3 days of more bite-sized (but still challenging) races of their own. This year, however, with the devastating fires leaving much of the typical Leadville course closed, the stage race would … More Leadville Stage Race

Coming to Nationals as the reigning National Champion is its own special experience. I’ve had the opportunity to attempt to “defend” several different race titles in my career so far, and one thing I’ve learned is every time is different. The lead up is different, personal expectation is different, but one thing remains that same: … More XCM National Championship- 2026

As I turned onto the final straight away into the finish line at Unbound, I felt tears forming in my eyes. I made it. I was safe. After hours of suffering out on the muddy roads of Emporia, for the first time since 6 am this morning, I felt like I could release, I could … More Unbound 2026

This year I really wanted to add some additional “fun” races into my schedule just because I love racing. With the Lifetime Grand Prix’s continued competitive escalation, it’s easy to become hyper-focused on those events exclusively because they really could captivate all of your attention. That’s only 6 races a year, though, and as someone … More Grand Junction Rides & Vibes

It’s hard to believe that I’ve been coming to Sea Otter for 16 years. It really does feel like just yesterday I was a little kid running around this venue absolutely in awe of all of the athletes, bikes, and races available. To be totally honest, I often feel imposter syndrome now as I walk … More Sea Otter Classic 2026

This weekend at the Cactus Cup, as I threw my leg over my bike to warm up for the 1st of 3 hard races in just 2 days, I thought to myself, “I’m so happy to be here.” Don’t get me wrong, the Cactus Cup is a big race in its own right with years … More The Cactus Cup: Stage Race

Every time I line up to race, I want to find my limits. I want to expand my capabilities. I want to have new experiences and learn how I can step up to the plate to respond. I’m on an infinite pursuit to be the best that I can be. And the best way for … More XCM World Cup: Costa Blanca

This was the 3rd year in a row that I decided to start my season at the Mediterranean Epic in southern Spain. I love starting my season here because the course gives you a bit of everything to practice early in the year – long climbs, technical descents, short and fast stages, and some longer … More Mediterranean Epic 2026

On Saturday morning at 4:30 am my hand reached for my phone and opened the weather app before even silencing the alarm. The day before the rumor mills had been working overtime building up the coming weather. Some people claimed that severe thunderstorms, hail, and tornados were making their way to Bentonville, Arkansas while others … More Big Sugar Gravel