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2015 Double Down Enduro
Over the past several years, I’ve shot one or two bike races a season, mainly dictated by the events being hosted at my home ski hill. It’s inspiring to be around all levels of riders, pushing themselves in whatever endeavor … Continue reading
2015 Glorieta Enduro
As part of the Outside Bike and Brew Festival, the Glorieta Camps hosted an enduro race on the final day of festivities. Entrants from all around the Southwest came and enjoyed a beautiful day, the first after an unseasonably wet … Continue reading
Brandon and Nicole
Brandon and Nicole have been friends of mine from pretty much my first day living in New Mexico. Over the years, we’ve enjoyed all kinds of experiences in the outdoors: hanging off cliffs, making turns in the backcountry snow. Brandon … Continue reading
Catching up with More Ski Hill Legends
Pajarito Mountain Ski Area has a long tradition of volunteers in various capacities on the hill. In some cases, that tradition runs through generations. This is the case with the Skaggs family in spades. Bob and Barbara raised their family … Continue reading
Puppy’s First Day Running on the Slopes
Here are some snapshots from Bruno’s first real day out skiing with us as Ski Santa Fe. The area has a pretty relaxed policy with-respect-to skinning uphill in the ski area boundaries. If it’s after hours, you can even bring … Continue reading
Pyroclassic XC Bike Race
The Jemez mountains came to being through several eruptions of a massive volcano. Millions of years later, the volcano’s caldera remains as a beautiful alpine setting, and a 80,000 acre public space. The Valles Caldera National Preserve hosts various events, … Continue reading
Rock n’ Roll Enduro
I live in the arid, pinion/juniper climate of Northern New Mexico. We enjoy 300+ days of beautiful sunshine, and brilliant blue skies. For two months of the year, we’re graced with the summer monsoon cycle and the occasional moody gray … Continue reading
2014 High Ground
Every year, my in-laws Kathy and Mike McCoy host a cadre of their friends and colleagues who are all impressive representatives of the design world. They spend the weekend collected on the deck, overlooking the Arkansas river valley, discussing the … Continue reading
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
Living in Santa Fe has many perks. Yeah, we have the mountains, cultural diversity, the art scene, and way more dining options than you’d think for a town our size. We also have a vibrant photography community, thanks in part … Continue reading
2014 Pajarito Punishment Downhill Race
The Pajarito Punishment downhill is back! After a little break, Pajarito hosted the 2014 state downhill finals for the first time. As an added bonus, the race coincided with Pajarito’s annual SummerFest party. Ad the two, and you get great … Continue reading