Tag Archives: Harrisburg

First Century of the Year

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Matt Gholson

Luke, Ryan and I rode what would be my first century of the year yesterday and as you might expect I have a few points to make.  First Luke and I drove to Mitchelsville to meet Ryan.  We pulled and … Continue reading →

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Awesome Fall Weather at Miller Grove Cemetery

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Matt Gholson

This Veteran’s Day weekend has been fantastic for mountain biking.  Temps have got down around freezing overnight but warmed enough for summer riding attire during the day.   Friday four of us put in at Neighbor’s road and went down … Continue reading →

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Not a Political Post I Promise & SCUD Report

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Matt Gholson

I’ve been thinking for weeks about writing a big political manifesto laying out my case and explaining my views on this year’s political election.  Well it’s November 7th, but I don’t really think I can conjure the mental fortitude to … Continue reading →

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Van Camping and Trail Riding

Posted on October 10, 2016 by Matt Gholson

Had a great weekend.  Shauna and I went to Land Between the Lakes for some van camping.  We stayed at Hillman Ferry, which is one of our favorite campgrounds anywhere.  The spot we got had amazing view, and a multicultural … Continue reading →

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Giving Back

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Matt Gholson

I’ve had a great deal of help from many people and I’m sure I’ll never give back as much as I’ve been given, but here’s a few of my bicycle related good deeds lately. A few weekends ago a crew … Continue reading →

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The Dog Days of Summer

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Matt Gholson

It’s September but it’s still hot, brutally hot and humid.  It’s a great time to get up early and go road bike riding at 6 AM so naturally I’ve been going mountain biking at noon, you know to catch the … Continue reading →

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Ride to Mammoth Cave Day 1 – The Battle of Lusk Creek

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Matt Gholson

Well I finished my first self supported multi-day tour and there’s no way I can fit it into one post.  In fact I think I’ll do a post for each day and a final post about equipment and stuff.  So … Continue reading →

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The Hub, More Touring Training, Gravel Grinding

Posted on May 1, 2016 by Matt Gholson

Friday I went with my wife to The Hub in Marion, a fitness recreation center.  It was really quite amazing.  We went in the morning and had the pool area nearly to ourselves.  Shauna is really getting her fitness on … Continue reading →

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The Story of Bicycle Jimmy

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Matt Gholson

I was fortunate enough to begin riding with a guy named Snake who had an almost magical ability to draw together diverse people for bike rides.  One of those guys was named Jimmy, nicknamed Bicycle Jimmy.  Jimmy was in his … Continue reading →

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The Path, The Fish, The Mud,

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Matt Gholson

A combo post for this evening with a little cycling content at the end.  Lets start with the new Hulu series “The Path.” I heard of “The Path” as it was advertised on NPR.  I listen to alot of NPR. … Continue reading →

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