RC Ilumenati's Wings & Rings Ride SOMP

 Apr 21, 2025

We had a powerhouse crew assemble for this week’s Wings and Rings ride out of Fairfield. The roster included Scotty D, Abrehammer, Tadej, John K, Mat O, Johnny B, and yours truly, aka Snacks. Between a demanding workload and recent job stress, this was only my second time rolling out with the Ilumenati lately. As someone living the single life, I’m always eager to jump on any opportunity to eat out, grab some beers, and enjoy great company—it beats dining solo any day.

Redemption Laps and Squirrely Geometry: Back at Killington

Jul 13, 2025

After yesterday's wet, impromptu "hike-a-bike" down the mountain, we weren't about to let the weekend end on a flat note. We headed back to Killington Resort today, armed with Ann's backup mountain bike, determined to squeeze in a few more successful laps.

Unexpected Walk of Shame at Killington

 Jul 12, 2025

There is nothing quite like a day of downhill mountain biking at Killington Resort to keep you on your toes—sometimes literally.

Enjoying Vermont Dirt Roads

 Jul 2, 2025

There is no better way to kick off the Fourth of July weekend in Rutland than a post-work exploration of the local dirt. My goal for the evening was to check out the closed section of Notch Road and wander through the gravel network surrounding Jim Jeffords State Forest.

An Island in the Storm: Testing the Wabash (and My Legs) in the Taconics

While rain was forecasted all day on Friday, a sudden break in the weather around 2 PM gave me the perfect window to head out on the Yamaha Wabash RT. It’s the only bike in my stable equipped with full fenders, and since it’s a Class 3 e-bike with pedal assist, it was also the perfect candidate for a wet-weather shakeout. Funnily enough, I hadn't ridden this bike in almost two years; an issue at my old office building had prevented me from recharging the battery in the garage, which ultimately put an end to my bike commuting.