Whistler Running Experience

Salomon S-lab Sense

2012-01-03T04:28:00.000-08:00

Looking forward to try these babies out !! More on them later.

Sick !!!!

2011-11-02T11:06:00.001-07:00

Death valley

2011-10-20T11:29:00.000-07:00

Over 550 km of sweet road and hot weather. 44 degrees was the hottest day, the temps would reach 36 by 8:30 am each day. Bring lots of water this place is very deceptive and does not offer lots 2nd chances. It was one of the hardest rides I have ever done. I can't wait to go back in 2013. You in ?

Death valley to me is my "Everest" , it's so hot and dry. Each day we would drink around 5- 6 liters of water. We planed the town stops, so that we could take on more ice and water. On day 3 we ran out of water on the last climb out of the valley into Shoshone and were lucky to flag a few cars down for more water. I hit the wall big time on that day, I loved every minute of digging deep.

Some people say that the 508 race or Badwater race is harder, maybe. I have never done them, so I can't really compare the two. They are both hard events, hands down. But, I think heading out into Death valley with no support team by your side 24hrs a day is way harder. No one is there making sure you are on top of your salt pills and talking to you when you have a "low" spells.

If you ever get a chance to go to Death valley, GO !!!! Maybe not on a bike for 4 days and 550 km, but for me it's a little slice of heaven and hell.

Thank you DEATH VALLEY! See you again in 2013
Enjoy the ride !

Already thinking about the glide

2011-10-19T11:16:00.001-07:00

Leadville , Team Salomon

2011-10-04T13:29:00.000-07:00

Big time, Wolsky !

2011-10-03T08:09:00.001-07:00

Thanks Bike Co!

2011-09-22T21:37:00.001-07:00

Another great couple of days in the Alpine ! Never pass up a trip into the wilderness. Whistler Bike Co is one of my sponsors over the last couple of years and this year they really came together for me. Thanks crew.

A season end Bike Co trip was organized for the south Chillcotins. A place that I have been coming to for years. I fell in love with the terrain the first time. Go check it out. It's a must.

Thanks again to the Bike Co crew for another great season and fun in the Bike shop !

Always enjoy the alpine !

I have too many stories of this trip full of laughter and way too many beers. See ya at the 5 peaks !

Sick !!!

2011-09-19T04:26:00.001-07:00

Where do your long runs take you ?

2011-09-08T00:10:00.001-07:00

Ironman & Xterra

2011-09-05T09:03:00.000-07:00

"climbing yellow lake"

Well, what a week ! After 2 trips to the ER room. I am ready for a little rest. Ironman did not go as planned. I was feeling great after the swim (1:03) I really didn't push it hard, I just wanted to feel good coming out of the swim. 167 km into the ride the heat was getting up there and I really don't remember much after that. You can read all about the accident here in the Whistler Piques news .

So after that little bit of fun, I wanted to race the Xterra Canadian Championships here in Whistler. Maybe I would get a spot to Worlds Xterra in Kona. Well, I took the advise of my coach " Just go out there and have fun and don't push to hard"

"And their off!"

Another beautiful Sunday for racing, the race went really well for me and I made sure that I didn't push it over my limit. My heart was still beating hard and I never really felt that I was in the " red-zone" . It's sometimes fun to race for fun. I was joking all the way and thanking the vollies who were out there for a very long and hot day.

A big congratulations to Brandi Heisterman, local gal. Who came 2nd in a very strong female field

Best quote of the day was from Brandi " Trail running is so much fun ! I can't believe it "
Here I am finishing up in 27th over in Canadian Championships, not bad after a hell week.
Until next time....enjoy the dirt.

Really ?

2011-08-24T23:19:00.000-07:00

5 peaks Whistler

2011-08-23T06:07:00.000-07:00

What a great day to be in the alpine for the 5 peaks in Whistler. Don't ya wish you were there ? Just look at the picks. I didn't race because I am getting ready for Ironman next weekend. Knowing my luck I would have twisted my ankle or something worse. I missed most of the race due to the fact I had to give a trail runner a lift to the Whistler medical clinic for his broken ankle. Poor guy.
Love the kids race always a fun one !

Another Great video Hardrock 100

2011-08-02T06:54:00.000-07:00

Sneek Peak- TCR Advanced SL

2011-06-20T07:15:00.001-07:00

You will be able to see this sick bike at Cranksworks in Whistler 2011. Giant's Rabobank team will be testing the frames over the next couple month and maybe be ready for the "TOUR" this year.If you have never been to Whistler or Crankworx it's a must.

Now stop reading and GET OUT THERE !

Sweet Lap !

2011-06-19T18:46:00.000-07:00

Semenuk's winning run at Jump Ship

Up next .... Rundle's revenge

2011-06-15T05:44:00.001-07:00

Up next on my list of races in the Rundle's Revenge in Canmore. There are many race at this event to enter in. The Full Donkey will be the one for me. It will be a 100 km mtn bike race on the Sat, followed by a 50 km trail run on Sunday. This will be a great training leading up to Ironman. After a very long spring with rain and cold, I have headed south to Utah for some sunshine and training. The weather has been hot and warm and I am loving it !! The Alpine flowers are in full bloom. So sweet !

I hope everyone is getting out there. The weather as been so good down here and I have started swimming in a great outdoor pool. It's a 50 meter pool , so not many flip turns. I have also testing the Suunto T6 with Movescount program that logs all your moves, check it out. More from the pool later

Where will your adventure take you today ?

2011-06-08T13:01:00.000-07:00

Don't miss this one !

2011-06-01T15:48:00.000-07:00

This will be a film to watch,I can't wait to see the full version. It's due out in the fall sometime. Makes me want to to run now!

Olympics Vs X games

2011-05-29T09:07:00.000-07:00

What is bigger or better ? Olympics or X games ? Seems like X games will be hitting 6 different country for a global tour. Lot of people like the x games for the "cool" factor, but winning an Olympic medal is way harder. The Olympics only hands out medals every 4 years !

You make the call ? Are you an X- games kind of guy or an Olympian ?

View from the Office today

2011-05-23T19:33:00.000-07:00

Now get out there !!!

Win free Salomon gear here !!!

2011-05-09T10:40:00.001-07:00

So, you want to win some Salomon Swag ? Visit here

Killian running hard !

2011-04-28T07:41:00.000-07:00

Salomon, Door2trail tour in Saskatoon

2011-04-25T20:11:00.000-07:00

Saskatoon trail running

2011-04-25T07:54:00.000-07:00

The running here in Saskatoon is great ! Right in the heart of the city you can find yourself running on over 20 km of trails. We have been luckly with some warmth of the sun and great food. The runs around the river banks will take you right past JD himself.
If you ever get to "TOON" town check out Brainsport , a great little running shop. Our next stop is Outter Limits on Tuesday at 5:30 pm . Hope to see ya there.

Door2Trail tour

2011-04-22T21:12:00.000-07:00

Well, we have headed east. After a few rocky starts with cold weather, freezing's rain and food poisoning. We are off to a good start, traveling across Canada.The Salomon door2trail tour will take us to some pretty cool trail running spots.We are letting people demo the new xr crossmax shoe from Salomon and the Suunto m5 watch.

Come out and try the new Suunto M5 it's super user friendly

A well loved Xr Crossmax

Salomon Door2trail tour - Kelowna

2011-04-16T21:22:00.000-07:00

S LABS, gotta love them !

2011-04-11T19:48:00.000-07:00

Red Bull Nordic X

2011-04-04T09:49:00.001-07:00

Hard as Nails !!!

2011-03-24T21:19:00.000-07:00

Salomon xr cross max

2011-03-14T22:54:00.000-07:00

2011-03-14T22:44:00.000-07:00

The P'ayak !

2011-03-01T14:42:00.000-08:00

super cool !

2011-02-14T21:42:00.001-08:00

Who wants to do some Biathlon at the WOP

2010-12-11T07:25:00.001-08:00

It's ski time!

2010-11-15T20:44:00.000-08:00

This was taken last week.

Great fall rider !

2010-11-03T13:12:00.001-07:00

Dylan Woslky a great rider and an amazing Worca coach.

Ski waxing with wally

2010-10-27T10:43:00.001-07:00

Oakley at Reb Bull Rampage 2010.......Sick !!!!

2010-09-21T08:12:00.000-07:00

5 Peaks Whistler !

2010-08-21T19:48:00.000-07:00

This race rocked !! The weather was playing nice. It was great to see so many great and smiling runners. Next race Xterra Canada, Sep 5th, 2010 !!! No, I will not be racing it, as I am the Course designer. I will have my hands full that day.

Train hard !

2010-08-21T19:10:00.001-07:00

Worca Youth Camp Aug 3rd Yummy Numby

2010-08-03T21:19:00.000-07:00

Cross train swims !

2010-07-18T19:36:00.000-07:00

Views from my 3.5 km swim in Alta Lake. Always a good time ! The swim out to Rainbow park was super easy, but with the wind and the current head back was a little longer.
I always enjoy some cross training open waters swims. It always leave me refreshed and making me think about racing one.

Looking forward to the next race ............

Now get out there and try something new !

Oh yeah , I can eat 24 gels with out barfing !

2010-07-16T21:08:00.000-07:00

Bahahaha !

4 Queens Stage race

2010-07-13T20:14:00.000-07:00

The race is over, and I am done. It 's been a long couple weeks gearing up for the 4 Queens. Ever since the courses and format was announced all the riders in the valley we're talking.
"What tires ? " , " What bikes ?" Thank god, it was here. I was starting to lose my mind. I knew this year course was going to be super technical freeride, Dh race with some pedaling on stage 4.

THE PREMISE
Four unique stages. One rider. One bike. One set of tires. It’s pretty simple really. The Queens is a four day mountain bike adventure designed to test every skill and twitch every muscle in a rider’s arsenal in an attempt to crown the best overall riders around. No bike doping !!!

Stage 1 Freddie: Queen of Club
He loved to ride his bicycle, he loved to ride his bike ! The Freddie Mercury Memorial Time Trail kicked off the Queens with a bang! In the hot whistler air, we all were biting the dust here with dreams of GC aspirations. Clocking in at just over 10km of classic Westside, this roller coaster of a ride left us breathless but wanting more. We were asked to come dressed in your finest moustache (real or otherwise). No moustache, no ride. After a poor start and getting bottle necked, I started to finally claw up the chain. It was painful to be behind some people. After the race we all enjoyed a nice dip in the lake and a cold one.

Stage 2 :Her Majesty: The Queen of Hearts.

Oh, boy we headed back to the bike park for a full-on descent from the top of Garbo that pushes the one bike, one set of tires rule to the limit. The ride itself will blur reality and filled my head with hatters, rabbits, and groovy cats. There was alot of mechanical casualties at the finish line. Blow tires , lost shoes, bent chains. It was crazy! I had a smooth and safe ride down the park, I knew I was getting my ass hand to me by a bunch of full time park rats. I was ok with it, I knew I was going to make up some time in the next couple of stages.

Chris Johnson sending it! Before his tire blew off

Stage 3 & 4 : Rupaul: Queen of Diamonds

We all knew, it’s was a bit of a drag but we headed back in the dreaded No Flow Zone for the first half of the Chromag Double Shot. I was looking forward to this day, I love the "No flow zone" . It was shorter than last year with more emphasis on the technical features, it separated the drag queens from the real McCoys. The trail in the emerald zone are true old school , rocky and unforgiving trails. I had a great rip up section 102 and and around with no mechanical's. I wish Chris Heyen could say the same, He blew up his rear hub and had to DNF. Sorry, bro!

Chris H after the Xc race, a little worked ?

Many of the racers and problems. After the quick jaunt through Emerald, we headed North for the PHD Super D. The last time I rode this I torn my ankle ligaments a part 9 week ago. PHD is a shuttle trail between Whistler and Pemberton. This was literally a drag race starting with two quick road climbs with some super cherry descending. This used to be my favorite trail , until shuttle riders destroyed it ! This means it was lose and sandy and full of Gnar. I still had fun

Stage 5

Lady Macbeth: Queen of Spades The Bike Co. “Pemberton Tragedy”

Pemberton in the summer means two thing hot & lose. The race start at 10 am so the temps were going up from there. It was going to be a long grunt fest, that no one was looking forward to it. After a quick lap around the trails we headed up the 131 switchbacks of Nimby and Happy trail. If you think you like switchbacks you give these trail a go. After a 2 hr climb we entered

Middle earth a very fresh and loomie trail that sucks every ounce of energy with every pedal stroke. The downhill was Gravitout , but many of the riders made the wrong turn and headed down GRAVITRON!!! WTF?!?! Gravitron is a beast of a trail. Lose and sandy, with lots of rock. I would not advise riding it on XC bike. Once we hit the valley floor, it was Africa hot !

At the finish line the racers all watched all the poor souls coming with their heads down. After some water and cokes it off to the lake for a dip in the lake to sooth the pain from the day.

This race that couldn’t happen anywhere else, we have such amazing vollies.
Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers, competitors, and friends who made this event possible.

Congrads to Dylan and Jo for pulling the win out on the last day.

Pumptrack tuesday sweetness !!!

2010-07-01T12:48:00.000-07:00

Salomon skis vs Piston Bully

2010-06-17T14:43:00.000-07:00

I know summer has not really started and I am already thinking about the new skis for next year. Mmmmmmmm, fresh skis!

Salomon 5 peaks - SFU

2010-06-16T08:09:00.000-07:00

Another beautiful day at the 5 peaks trail race at SFU. The runners came from all over to race the muddy SFU course. The Flight crew has been training hard for some bigger races later on in the year and were going to use the SFU for testing their speed.

We had a lot of happy faces come by our tent and say "HI" . Most of the runners were new to trail running and were stoke to try our shoes. If you come to any of the 5 peaks races, we have demo shoes for you to try and run the race in. Yes, you can even run the 5 peaks race in them. We don't care if they come back muddy.Duncan Coo charging in !

The Flight crew killed it out there. It was a fast race and Duncan and Tom took 5th and 6th overall. Nice work boys !

Salomon trail running clinics going strong !

2010-05-20T09:44:00.000-07:00

Warming up !

It was the first Salomon trail clinic of the year, everyone came out with great smiles. The weather started off in the typical Whistler spring weather........rain. As we made our way up to the lake the sun started to shine, making us feel warm and ready to run fast.

Here is the work out of the week:
15 min warm up - easy , talking pace
ABC - running drills
10 min - Running strength drills
4 x 1 km repeats with 2 min rest - hard

View from the lake

Great work to all the runners for coming out to get fit and fast, watch for them at the next start line.

Soul Shakedown Party

2010-05-19T15:48:00.000-07:00

Always a good time at a WORCA twoonie race !

Technique Day

2010-05-11T18:27:00.000-07:00

I love easy days of training. It helps with working on the small things. Next time you have a easy day, work on your form. Working on technique in any sport will help you in the long run. Increase your strength speed and stamina for free.

Today's workout for me:

2.3 km swim- worked on lengthening my stoke.
45 min road run - working technique foot strike. Just a easy relaxed run. My legs will be needed later on in the week.
2:30 hr / 65 km - easy road spin up to the Whistler Olympic park x 2 . I rode with Amber who is just getting into road riding. Due to a Snowboarding/ knee accident. Karma's a bitch , right Amber ?

I am loving the warm weather !!!!keep it coming

Fresh bikes ..mmmmmmmmm

2010-05-10T07:23:00.000-07:00

I love fresh bikes, they taste so good.

A classic trail !

2010-04-22T17:22:00.001-07:00

Munny in the clouds

If you have the chance to ride or run out in Pemberton. Go for it ! Even if the weather in Pissler(whistler) is making you think that you should be building an Ark. Head out to P-town for a little dryer conditions. The Crew was Chris Milner, Kevin Hodder (K-ho) and Myself. Both Milner & K-ho have never been out on the trails here and were stoked to have someone show them what P-town has to offer.
I was on my new Gaint Anthem x2 , with a nice 20mm XT tubeless wheel set. I love this trail, this bike was made for it. The bike climbs like a dream, and with the extra strength up front for the DH sections. At 26.5 lbs, this is a weapon.

I showed them the trail of the Nimby50 race. The first half is a technical Single Track for 11km and has 101 switchbacks. Yeah, that's right 101 switchbacks. The low fog gave the forest a real cool feeling to the ride.

Milner in the fog

Here is the map from the ride, with speed and distance. We were in no rush, I wanted them to enjoy the ride and come back for more. This is a great epic single track ride. If you like that sort of stuff................... Ride for life.

Demo Salomon Trail Runners for Free !

2010-04-16T07:54:00.000-07:00

Are your shoes old and beat-down from all your running. Come out and try our Salomon demo trail shoes this Monday night at the Salomon store in Whistler. Salomon 's trail runners are very beneficial to your running. More cushion, better stability, you will just love them. We will have a a limited supply, so come out early.

We are hosting a walk/run clinic that night, if you are new to trail running this is a great place to get started.

We leave at 5:30 pm and go for about 1 hour. If you would like to demo our great shoes. Come out a little earlier, so we can get you into the right gear. The right gear makes all the difference.

Enjoy the ride,

BEGINNER RUN GROUP TRAINING

2010-04-09T22:59:00.000-07:00

Presented by

7 WEEK program
MONDAYS 5:30 – 6:30 pm
April 12- May 24, 2010
Meet at the Salomon Store Whistler

Are you a beginner runner interested in learning about run training, technique, run drills, stretching and strengthening then this is the program for YOU!!

Receive a Weekly Run Schedule to reach your goals!!

**7 week program leading up to the Whistler Valley Trail Run**
**5km, Sunday May 30, 2010**

To Register or for more information contact CHRISTINE SUTER
604-932-0788 OR christine@c2skymultisport.com

Cost $65.00 includes WVTR entry
$50.00 Run Clinic
The Salomon Store is a sponsor of the WVTR!
Come out and join this fun run group!!

A great new training tool

2010-04-07T17:44:00.001-07:00

As the season move into next race season. There are sometimes that I just can't motivate myself to get out side and run in 2 degrees and snowing sideways weather. Today was one of them, after 1 hr 40 min in the gym. I still had to get a hour run, so I took the next option. Inside e-motion rollers after a hour on them you will be sweating. You actually ride your bike, only indoors. Also you really have to be on your game. If not, you are going head first into the drywall Check out my little demo.

I am also riding my new Giant TCR 3, pretty slicked training tool. Now I wish I could go outside and play with it.

Sweet ride !

2010-04-02T09:20:00.000-07:00

Nice work Red Bull

30 km woppet, pole to pedal race !

2010-03-25T21:17:00.000-07:00

30K Woppet,Cruiser 7.5K Loppet, Pole and Pedal Race (Woppet and SORCA Toonie)

Date: April 3, 2010

Location: Whistler Olympic Park, (WOP-pet, get it?) Whistler, BC

Start Times

30k Woppet ~ 10:00
7.5k Cruiser ~ 10:05
BBQ Lunch ~ 11:30

Start/Finish: Callaghan Country Parking Lot

Volunteers are needed ... see end of this article for details.

Categories

30k Woppet: Men / Women Open, Men / Women 45+
7.5k Cruiser: Boys / Girls Under 12, Junior Men/ Women Under 20, Men/ Women Open)
Pole and Pedal: Same as 30km

Technique: Freestyle (classic tracks set on Cruiser 7.5k course)

Entry Fees

Registration and payment online at www.zone4.ca beginning March 10 until April 2, (11:59pm).
Race Day registration (7:30- 9:00am cash only).

30k Woppet
- $40 ~ Online until April 2
- $50 ~ Race Day (7:30- 9:00am)
7.5k Cruiser
- $25 ~ Online until April 2
- $40 ~ Race Day (7:30- 9:00am)
BBQ Lunch: Included with entry

Feed Stations

There will be 1 feed station for the 7.5k course and 2 feed stations for the 30k course (bars, fruit, water, sports drink)

Post Event Meal and Awards

A post event BBQ and awards presentation will be held on site near the Woppet start/finish area.

Pole and Pedal

Combined times of Woppet April 3 and SORCA Twoonie April 4
Twoonie information available at sorca.ca
Must be a SORCA member to enter Twoonie

VOLUNTEERS

This event is designed to be minimal work on our club and maximum fun and participation.

We figure a total of 35 people are needed and 20 of those can also ski in the race. Only 15 people are needed during the competition to actually run the race.

If you are able to help with any of the jobs listed below or have questions about them email Max SaengerThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

SORCA Super Toonie

Total 10 Volunteers needed from CWSC
5 for registration
5 course marshalls

Gear Test Time !

2010-03-25T20:21:00.000-07:00

The gear is rolling into the house faster than I can test it

It's that time of year. I am starting to built up the rides for a summer of racing. I will be riding on a Giant Anthem, I am upgrading the wheel sets for XT wheel set. The XTs are UST tubeless ready, and come with a 20mm QR. This will add a bit of weight but stiffin' up the front end. The fork will be a RockShox Revelation.

Salomon SpeedCross it's soft-flexing, with a low-to-the-ground profile, it rips up all types of terrain. The big lugs really dig in to the dirt. RX Moc (red shoe) These ultralight post-workout and chilling shoes and are super comfy.
For road shoe Shimano Sh-r132l , it's all about the ratchet closure and carbon sole keeping you in the contact with bike. If you are looking for stability, rigidity and lightweight . No question !

Chromag Lynx

A narrow saddle with a firm surface and a reduced body makes for a lighter weight model that is appropriate for trail riders . A wide nose and rounded perimeter soften the edges for contact when moving around the saddle.

When I finish building pimpin my ride I will post pics...

Now I got to go test the gear.

Worlds biggest Nordic twoonie race, Whistler Olympic park

2010-03-13T06:56:00.001-08:00

Another Amazing Experience

2010-02-27T20:43:00.001-08:00

Whistler Olympic Park Biathlon Feb 9th- 2010

2010-02-12T09:01:00.001-08:00

Whistler Olympic park ,Biathlon Feb 6th, 2010

2010-02-08T05:54:00.001-08:00

Another great day of training at The Whistler Olympic park Biathlon. Blue sky' s and happy times ! 4years of hard work is starting to pay off.

Almost there !

2010-02-06T06:22:00.001-08:00

2010-01-26T17:10:00.001-08:00

Whistler Olympic park Jan 23rd 2010 from Munny on Vimeo.

Down the line

2010-01-16T20:03:00.001-08:00

Another great day at the Whistler Olympic park. The starting grid for the games has to be perfect ! Oh, the skiing was amazing ! Only one out there today.

I have to say, I am pretty lucky. The games are less than a few weeks away, I can't wait.

uhhhhm...sick !

2010-01-15T22:50:00.001-08:00

Tour de Ski 2010 Animation

2010-01-01T10:31:00.001-08:00

Callaghan Country backcountry xc ski

2009-12-26T21:59:00.001-08:00

Whistler Olympic park,Dec- 20th.wmv

2009-12-25T17:16:00.001-08:00

Callaghan Country xmas ski.

2009-12-25T17:12:00.001-08:00

Maria falls through the ice on Green lake on phone !

2009-12-14T17:04:00.001-08:00

Good times tonight ! I can't firgure out why there is no sound.

Salomon waxing

2009-11-30T23:31:00.001-08:00

it's go time

2009-11-21T21:03:00.001-08:00

This year will be one of the greatest cross country seasons ever. The FIS World Cup started today over in Norway. Ronny Andre Hafsaas a Biathlete took the win for the mens, in the womaens Marit Bjorgen is back, she looks fast and strong, her eyes will be on the games. The top canadian was Ivan Babikov in 28th. The relay is on sunday, we are all hoping for big things from this team. All the teams, have one goal this season .....the Olympics. The showdown will be in my back yard and I will have a front row seat. Stay tune for more nordic info.

UN-REAL

2009-11-13T16:55:00.001-08:00

This race has been on the radar for many years as a must do race, maybe sooner than later. Amazing views !
enjoy

Biathlon snow 2009

2009-11-10T21:00:00.001-08:00

Anyday now ! All day it was pukin' In the Callaghan Vallley, Nov 10th.

My New toy.........I wish.

2009-11-06T10:53:00.001-08:00

This thing has 400 horsepower, That's a lot of horses to feed and clean up after them. The cat tracks where the tires used to be, I would love to rip around the Olympic Biathlon site on this thing !
New sport in Sochi 2014 maybe ? Come on, why not?

IBU and the Chiefs

2009-11-05T19:55:00.000-08:00

Over the past 24 hrs, International Biathlon Union (IBU) has come and gone from Whistler. It has a been a great learning experience on how "we" are going to pull it off.

IBU Technical Delegates , and Biathlon Canada are really on the ball on hosting major Biathlon events and stressed how important the Olympic winter games are. Things are looking great, let's hope for Snow!

Silver star opens !!!

2009-11-01T08:53:00.000-08:00

Yes Silver Star opened on Oct 31st Check out the Video. I am super stoked for the up coming winter and The Games !!! Yes the World will be coming to ski , and I will be right in the middle of the action. After the last 3 season working at the Whistler Olympic park, I have taken a new position for the games. I will be working as one of the Biathlon coordinators for the games. What does that mean ???? Biathlon has lots of little pieces for the races to happen. I will be making sure that everything goes has plained and looks good out there.

Check back here, because I will be bring you an inside look of the games

If you have any question re: the games or Biathlon , drop me a line !

oh, and I am back running again! Just in time for Nordic season. Oy Yoy Yoy !

Xc ski swap Nov 8th !

2009-11-01T08:46:00.000-08:00

2009 Ski swap Nov, 8th 2009 at the WHISTLER Hilton Resort and Spa

10:30am - drop off skis
1-3 pm Ski swap

Wait for for snow !

Cheak Challenge

2009-09-22T09:22:00.000-07:00

This weekend was a full on race weekend. Two big races back to back. What more could you wish for ?

So,as it stands the Cheakamus Challenge has always been a hard race for me, because of all the road and pee gravel. The race is a point to point 74 km race. I have the endurance in the legs , but no power. All I could do is just spin, spin , spin. I had lots of energy in the tanks , but when I try to bridge the gap on some riders. The power was just not there. You can always learn from races. My goal was to take time off from last years race. Mission accomplished. 16 came off my time from last years race. My legs were feeling it after the race.

A big shout out to Mike Bohem for winning in a very hard field in the Men's 30 -39. Also a big "whoop-whoop!" goes to my good friend Joanna Harrington( seen in picture racing at worlds) and Lesley Clements. These ladies rule the Mtn bike seen in Whistler ! Nice work girls locking 1-2 in the women's field.

Up next !

2009-09-18T11:04:00.000-07:00

2 races down and, 2 more great race this weekedend. Up first is the Cheakamus challenge , a point to point Mtn bike race. Over 70 km from Squmaish to Whistler with some great single track. Last the day started of warm , then turn to plus 8 degrees and raining. Man, was I cold after that one. Had to stand in a shower for 40 mintues!

This year will be another great race, if you can make to the start line you can still sign up. race goal is not to get in a crash with a pack of meat heads, and finish after 4 hrs.

Sunday will be another test !

Alpine ride

2009-09-17T23:50:00.001-07:00

Up over the "bumps" in the early am. Quick lap up to the peak then down Kamsir. All before 10 am, Followed by 2 hrs of pump tracking in the afternoon. Life is good !

Pumptrack Peller

2009-09-15T13:09:00.001-07:00

winter is coming ......

2009-09-10T09:28:00.000-07:00

But first there is still a lot more trail running to be done !

The 2009 Pumptrack World Championships in a back garden in Canberra

2009-09-06T18:54:00.000-07:00

I know I have been pump tracking a lot. Check out the World Pump track Championships. The announcer is a bit annoying, but hey he is from Austraila. Haha.

The month of pain

2009-09-02T22:06:00.001-07:00

My favorite month is here ........ a month full of pain. Lots going on. I am back on my feet running. Only 10 minutes pain free, yippeee! This week has been a good one, I have just finished a very long season of coaching for WORCA.

My hours logged on the bike for July were 150 hrs, Aug 94 hrs & Sep (so far) 6 hrs. 1,200 km on the Trance since May. I wish my running hrs were like that.

My foot feels a lot better after the rides in the Reelax Moc from Salomon. Month of pain is as follows.

Sep 12th - West side wheel up - Mtn bike race
Sep 13 - Terry fox run - I will be running it with my fellow firefighters in full gear , tank and all !
Sep 19th - Cheakamus Challenge - Mtn Bike race
Sep 20th - XTC off road triathlon - Oh god , what was I thinking ?
Sep 26th - Whistler Spirit run - 8 km trail run
Sep 27th - Rubble Creek Classic - 26 km trail run

If you can make any one of these events , you will have a blast ! All super hard , but all fun.

Pump trackin !

2009-09-02T21:41:00.000-07:00

Pump track is the new workout. Forget out crossfit , or SUP. This is a great workout for your Mtn bike skills, and get totally pumped. Pump track is build up of rollers and berms. Check out the video below.

It works all of your Mtn bike mistakes, like not looking out of the corner. The skills learned in the pump track will help any rider. So last week, a Giant Method 24 came into life. With in 1 hour of the pump track, I went down in a left hand corner. D'o

Let me know if you want to try it !

2009-08-29T20:52:00.000-07:00

Crankwork ?

2009-08-01T07:58:00.000-07:00

Crankworx ? OK I guess I will give it a go. My ankle is not getting better, 63 day with this injury. today I find out what is going on with it. So no running for me. I have been riding lots. mostly xc /all mounatin stuff. In the last month my hours on the bike 153 hrs Attack point has help me log it. Check out them out. I have been asked to race Crankworx Endro downhill on Aug 15th Should be a blast! I will also be at the Giant Booth with all the new 2010 bike for demo come on by and give them a go. (photo from NSMB)

Up next riding with the Race face crew up at Spruce lake. Stay tune for the next video.

A Chilcotin Mountain Adventure

2009-07-26T15:21:00.001-07:00

I will be back next weekend for a great ride !

Squamish Tri 2009

2009-07-05T19:59:00.000-07:00

Well, after being out the the water for more than a couple of years. I was looking to get back in the water, since my ankle is not healing (more on that later). The Escape Route hooked me up with a entry to the Squamish Tri on Sunday. I was not able to race this solo, so I found a few good athlete' s and sign up for the men's relay. Christine Suter and myself had a little side bet, first out of the water get a bottle of Vino. Suter is very experienced Ironman athlete and it was going to take the swim of my life just to keep up to her. It was super cool , we went stroke for stoke the whole way. As we round the last marker, she was a head by a body length. I knew I was going to have to dig deep. As we got closer to the end of the swim leg, I saw her zag and go wide. I gave it everything, only to come out of the water 7 seconds a head of her. She battled hard ! I was really lucky to have a great swim today.

Off to the transition area , where Greg Mac would take over for the team. Mac had the 5th fastest bike leg of the day. way to go mac ! Craig Johnson ran a very strong leg to help us hold to first place. Way to go boys !

Now Suter's team was an also gunning for top spot in the female relay team. They killed it ! Nice job ladies. Liz c - rode, Christine cogger- ran. Check out the video.

Thanks for a great day racing with and against my friends
next race the four Jacks - starts thursday night !

Sasquatch and Ranger voli for the BC bike race

2009-07-04T16:15:00.001-07:00

The tour has the devil, BC bike race got us! 35 degrees is not a word to explain on how hot it was out there today! Super fun time out on course.

Awesome Cycling Moments

2009-07-03T18:45:00.001-07:00

it's Tour De france time. Who's going to win ? Who's going to be the best climber? Who's going to get caught first for doping ? What stage will be the suitcase of courage ?
I can hardly wait. Also I willl helping out the BC Bike race on Sat. An old friend of my Megan Rose is winning the Solo womens field. Go Megan GO ! I will see you the trail.

water crossing ?

2009-07-01T09:31:00.000-07:00

Here is some video from the Whistler Hash house harrier run. I made them cross a very cold river and then run hard up some crazy hills.Haha. A few of them did not want to cross it ! I love making them do silly things.

Thanks to Salomon , The Escape route & The Cinnamon bear bar and grill.

See ya on the trail

Whistler Hash House Harrier Run this Tuesday

2009-06-28T21:22:00.000-07:00

Once again, this Tuesday we have a Hash Run! Dust off that liver and bring your running shoes.

Meet at The Escape Route for a 5:30pm sign in, 6:00pm start. This will be another great run through the forest... and you will be running in the forest.

Cost is $5, proceeds towards sustaining the Whistler Hash House Harrier Chapter.

These events would not happen without our great sponsors: The Escape Route, the Cinnamon Bear Bar and Grill, Salomon and Nuun - thank you!

First person to show up and pay their $5 gets a free tube of Nuun!

On on!

Adam Campbell Wins Comfortably Numb

2009-06-28T12:08:00.000-07:00

Summit loonie race

2009-06-11T14:08:00.001-07:00

Bike CO loonie

2009-05-30T12:50:00.001-07:00

Racing or training weekend ?

2009-05-27T07:52:00.000-07:00

What a great weekend of training/racing. After making a few mistakes in the trekking stage of the Momar in Squamish, and then getting 2 flats. I knew it was going to be a long day in the hot sun. Jen segger set a super hard route and after racing for 5 plus hrs. The route was up the Chief for the sweet-ass rappel.

I was the 6Th solo male across the line, but after racing all day my CP punch card was a little destroyed. I was penalized for it. Dropping me out of the top ten. Boooooo !!! oh well it's only racing.

Big thanks for Jen , Brian , and all the Volunteers for such a great race ! And to all the first time adventure racers - you guys rocked it !( K-ho , nice work buddy.)

So, that was that. Off to the next race ! Sunday morining came around a little to quick. I was up early to help set up the Whistler Valley trail run. The first trail run in the Sea to sky trail running series.

Another great sunny day in here Whistler. As racer started to show up for sign up. I knew a few of the face, but one thing about Whistler. Is that this town brings in lots of great athlete from all over the world. So, you never know who is going to be there at the start line.

I ran well, legs did not feel sore from the Momar. I was able to run smooth and at a pretty good pace. I ended up with 7th over all, and managed to get some GC points for the Sea to sky trail running series. Which was one of my goals.

Thanks to all the Vollies out there , see you at the next race! ( 5 peaks , SFU)

Beastie Boys "Check Your Head"

2009-05-26T21:23:00.001-07:00

how sweeet it is !