A few weeks ago, Matthew Inman, artist behind the Oatmeal published an amazing five-part comic strip titled ‘The terrible and wonderful reasons why I run long distances’. He goes on to describe the Blerch as this creature that is constantly following … Continue reading
I ran the inaugural Headwaters Ultra 50K recently and got to meet Gerad Dean, race director for the ultra. You can check out his race profile on Ultra Signup. As a long term runner (since 2003!), recently turned race director, I … Continue reading
Hands down, Purisima Creek Redwoods is easily in the top 10 most beautiful trails around the bay area. The centerpiece of this open space preserve is the Purisima Creek Canyon, with its towering redwoods, rushing creek, lush ferns, berries and … Continue reading
Serendipity has everything to do with this veggie burger recipe. First I pick up a box of Ganmadoki (fried tofu fritter) from the local Japanese store and as I scan through the ingredients, I notice Okara. My first thought was they … Continue reading
With a 5,400 foot elevation gain and an equal descent, starting altitude of 3,185 feet going up to nearly 6,000, 80+ degree weather and a gnarly technical, exposed terrain all combined forces to teach me a true lesson in ultra … Continue reading
Pretty sure it’s the bringing up, but I just love crusted food that’s crispy on the outside (not necessarily deep fried) and soft and moist on the inside – like croquettes, noodle patties and Ganmadoki, which by the way is … Continue reading
Wunderlich Park is in Woodside, adjacent to Huddart Park and connects at the top via a 5 mile stretch on Skyline Trail. Until you get to the higher points of the park, the parks feel very different, though Wunderlich Park … Continue reading
I’m writing this on the plane at 28,000 feet, watching the Rock Mountains unfold under the frosty wings of my United flight. I got to spend the last few days at Boulder with my wife and I’ve come away with … Continue reading
Over this summer, I held my first *ahem* trail running camp with a couple of friends. It was a run for charity that I donated to son’s school’s silent auction and someone took the bait, I’m sure for politeness. But I found … Continue reading
Last time I was at Huddart park was when I ran the Woodside Ramble 35K earlier this April. I haven’t been back there since and as part of my Bay Area Trail Running series this summer, figured was a good … Continue reading