Biking the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes

https://youtu.be/fnQG9xHQC9M Biking the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, situated in the heart of the picturesque Coeur d'Alene region in Idaho, offers an unforgettable journey through nature and history. Stretching 72 miles, this scenic trail has become a mecca for cyclists, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. With its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and intriguing historical sites, the … Continue reading Biking the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes

HuwaiH Cycling Gloves for Men/Women

Prior to getting my (Stella) new Trek Dual Sport 3 (Women’s) in October 2020, I had never worn biking gloves. However, the handlebars on this bike are a little different from those of my prior bike, and I immediately noticed that my hands were getting really sweaty. After careful research, I decided upon HuwaiH Cycling … Continue reading HuwaiH Cycling Gloves for Men/Women

2023 Eastern Caribbean Cruise

NOTE: The purpose and intent of this post is NOT aimed at providing a review of the cruise ship. We recently returned from a 7 night eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Wonder Of The Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, to date. The three locations the ship visited were: Sint Martin; Saint Thomas; CocoCay … Continue reading 2023 Eastern Caribbean Cruise

POTW: Amongst the Fall Colors

We were recently in Breckenridge and Frisco peddling amongst the fall colors, along the Blue River Bikeway and the Tenmile Canyon RecPath. As I had mentioned before, autumn in the Rocky Mountains is nothing short of spectacular. It had been the perfect day to put a few miles on our bikes, 26.33 miles to be … Continue reading POTW: Amongst the Fall Colors

Celebrating 10 (12) Years

This spring, we posted a detailed story about the grassroots of BaseCamp@Grand Lake. It all began with the coming together of two people who are passionate about the environment and outdoor adventure sports. Today marks the 12-year anniversary of the day we met as well as our 10-year wedding anniversary. On June 23, 2009, Larry … Continue reading Celebrating 10 (12) Years

Look Trail Grip Platform Pedals

Bike pedals are all the same, right? No. What's so great about the Look Trail Grip Platform Pedals? When I purchased my new Trek Dual Sport 3 Women's bike, I immediately noticed that the pedals were smaller than those on my previous bike. The first few times I rode it, my feet kept slipping off … Continue reading Look Trail Grip Platform Pedals