I finally pulled the trigger and registered for my first race! I have been running for a while, but a serious injury delayed my race goals last year. I decided to register for the Trail Fest 10k because it is a distance and elevation I am comfortable running, and I also know Coventry Woods pretty … Continue reading Trail Fest 10k race course preview & interview with RD
Bored with your local trail? Look for trailside features to incorporate into your run. I have recently been watching some Freerunner / Parkour videos online and got inspired. I wanted to try and implement some of what I saw, and liked, to my local trail run in Gladwyne. And while I am far from calling … Continue reading Add some freerunning to spice up your local trail runs – Part 1
If you’re looking for a mtb, gravel or cyclocross shoe, this could be a good option. Just watch out for hot spots under the tongue. I bought the Recon 2s to replace my old pair 6 months ago. I typically use this style of shoe on my road bike and singlespeed. However, do to the … Continue reading Specialized Recon 2 (MTB shoes): Look out for hot spots!
This is a great tool for situations where you have a round or flat surface you can clamp down on to get a steady shot. I use it on my trail runs, as well as my mountain bike, to get those shots were gorilla pods and tripods struggle. It is 9.5 inches fully extended and … Continue reading Get a grip and hold it with the 9.5” SmallRig Clamp
A fun adventure that started with a flight to North New Jersey for an awesome mountain bike ride at Jungle Habitat. With our mountain bikes stacked in the back of Per’s V-Tail we left Brandywine Airport for a 30 min flight to Greenwood Lake Airport. The trail head was just mins from the airport making … Continue reading Welcome to the Jungle we’ve got fun and planes – Fly to ride Jungle Habitat
This section of the Appalachian Trail in PA is filled with technical terrain, rock scrambles and breathtaking overlooks. If you're a trail runner looking for a challenge this is your spot. In this video we focused on the 5 mile section of the A.T. between Bake Oven Rd in Germansville PA, and W Penn Pike … Continue reading Bear Rocks & Knife’s Edge: Appalachian Trail Run
I bought this windscreen for my GoPro Hero 9 to help with my trail running and mountain biking videos. I was not expecting much to be honest, but this Windslayer completely surprised me! Regarding the windscreen, there is not much to it. It’s essentially just a piece of foam that covers all the built-in mics, … Continue reading Don’t record naked! Cover it up and get better audio with the Windslayer
If you are mountain biker looking for a light weight, slim and aggressively styled helmet I would seriously consider the Impala. The adjustable visor can now accommodate goggles so this could be a great option for Enduro riders too. It works well for short punchy mtb rides, as well as long days in the saddle. … Continue reading Lazer Impala Mountain Bike & Enduro Helmet
The Whiskey Run is a great way to add a few more miles of flowy singletrack to Smedley Park, in Springfield PA. There have been some changes in the last year, and I will cover the new detour in this video. So pour yourself a hot cup of coffee, sit back in your favorite chair … Continue reading MTB Smedley Park: Whiskey Run “2021 Bootleggers” – Just Ride Ep 5
Many of you already know about the mountain biking at Smedley Park in Springfield PA, but did you know there are tons of trails right next door in Crum Woods? I will be highlighting “Rebel Yale” in this video. So pour yourself a hot cup of coffee, sit back in your favorite chair and enjoy. … Continue reading Crum Woods: The Yale Trails “The Smedley you didn’t know” – Just Ride Ep 4
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