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Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Exploring New Trails- Revisiting Levis Mounds
Warmer temperatures and rain/snow were not going to provide the most positive experience for us, so we stayed in Decorah and had worked on my riding the proposed PWC course instead.
Needless to say, our afternoon was not as eventful as we had originally hoped.
So, when winter arrived this year we made a solid plan: get up to Levis before there is potential of it getting too warm. NO EXCUSES!
Travis' birthday is at the end of January, so we figured that sometime in January would be okay for a Levis trip. We scoped out potential weeks that would work schedule wise for me, and it came down to two. January 12th or the 19th- of course when the 12th rolled around it was bitterly cold and we weren't entirely keen on driving out of town to ride trails in below zero weather. That week I stuck to our local trails and had a glorious ride, but Levis was on the brain.
Going on a planned bike trip is almost like waiting for Christmas morning for me. The 19th rolled around and I was so, so ready! The drive was simple and we were well stocked with ample amounts of snacks. Levis day means Hostess doughnuts, a Surly flask filled with Fireball, and a bag of delicious Sun Chips. (Yes, mom, we had some healthy snacks, too.)
The weather did not get as warm as it had been guessed, so we spent a good amount of time the night before planning our riding wardrobe. Of course, true to fashion, decisions fluxed back and forth the morning of. Either way, we had plenty of clothes for during and after to keep us feeling comfortable. Never forget the power of dry socks!!!
When we arrived and were ready to roll, I had Travis take the lead. I had my computer zeroed out, curious to see how much we would ride. With luck, we would be riding a lot and I wondered if I'd hit the 20 mile mark. I haven't ridden 20 miles in the snow and I had signed up for the 20-mile portion of Frozen 40. This would be the inaugural training ride- basically seeing if I could do it.
On our adventure- we hit up a trail that we didn't ride during the fall called Goat Dance. I must say, I think this might've been my favorite. There were portions of it that were super fun, and if I were to describe why- I couldn't tell you. I loved some of the scenery from riding it, which was breathtakingly beautiful. Downside of colder than hoped for temperatures- very few pictures.
Another trail I really liked was named something that had Bear and Dump attached. Either way, some of the downhills on that were SUPER fun. I think I enjoyed them during the fall, but I'm pretty sure I had caught a sandy area and flubbed up. With hardpack snow, I totally aced it. It was a fun up/down/up/down for a bit.
We rode a whole section of trails on one side, and eventually made our way to the opposite end where you'd find Select Cut and some others. We rode those and had made our way back to the opposite end (where we had started.) The question was- ride back the short way or ride all of the other trails backwards?
I voted the long way.
Another thing about riding at Levis was that I had gotten over my fear of some of the bridge structures. Great thing about snow and frozen ground- you have an easy way around if you're not feeling it. The other plus? Snow is piled up under the bridge, so it's pretty flush against it and gives you the perception that you will not fall far.
Without Travis speaking up, I chose to go over a couple. My confidence increased and I found myself gingerly trying a few more. I don't think he knew at first, but once he saw for himself I had taken initiative to do something that had scared me previously- he had strong words of encouragement!
All in all, it was such a treat to ride the groomed trails at Levis. It was a much different flavor than our local trails, but I enjoyed it very much. It was great to be able to ride trails with such flow- I rode fastest that I have ridden in snow this year- coming out with an average similar to when I rode my fatbike before the snowfall.
We rode a little over 20 miles of trail and didn't even mind that we had ridden some of the trails twice- going both ways really can change it up! We had ridden about 2 and a half hours and we were totally ready to have some real food in our stomachs. I know I will need to figure out a way to give myself some nutrition during my ride at Frozen 40. Towards the end of our riding my legs were feeling a bit heavy and I was feeling that trademark feeling in my stomach that indicated I was ready for something. I tend to get so focused with riding I negate all thoughts of fuel- Travis was the one who encouraged it. I would've just pedaled myself into a stupor.
Our clothing choices were adequate for the cold start. It was around -3 when we started and had bumped up into single digits by the time we were done. It took awhile for my hands to warm- it was around the time we hit Goat Dance that my digits were past the burning/frozen feeling. My feet on the other hand, I have not found a great method for those yet.
Winter helmets. Love them but after 20 miles of riding I was ready to kick it. I'm glad I wore it, but man- my neck was thinking otherwise.
For additional face protection I used this nifty stick face balm from JTreeLife: Winter Stick SPF 15
I'm not great with keeping a neck gator or balaclava up and over my nose/mouth, so I use this on particularly cold days to help protect my skin. I had my face out all afternoon- of course a concerned Travis questioned my sanity. I, however, was completely comfortable.
We ate lunch at Re-Pete's. We came at an odd time, so there was literally no waiting around to get served. We had huge eyes and ordered appetizers: cheese curds and fried pickle chips to start. I found out that they make their own pickle chips, they were great! (I'm not terribly picky, but I do like a good fried pickle. These were not at all soggy and the breading was great.)
Travis had ordered a sandwich and I got the Frisco Burger as I used to love them when Hardee's had them (before they got all huge-monster-patty on me.) It was so fresh, medium rare, and fabulous. Travis really liked his sandwich too. We left feeling gloriously stuffed, nixing the original idea to have dessert. There simply wasn't any room.
It was an amazing trip for the two of us, Levis is always a fun time and I can't wait to go back again during the "dry" season. If all goes well, I'm gunning to attend the Sweaty Yeti next year for my out-of-town fatbike event!
Monday, January 25, 2016
Women Involved Series: Roxy Lo
|Photo Credit: Elisa Cicinelli
In this interview you will learn more on what makes Roxy tick, her thoughts about women being involved in the industry and how being a rider influenced frame designs.
When did you first start riding a bike?
I don't recall riding a bike very often as a child, but I recall sitting on a banana seat and thinking that was a funny thing to call something you were supposed to sit on comfortably.
I really got into mountain biking later in my early 20's. I rode a full suspension bike in the Santa Cruz mountains and was instantly hooked on the fun and excitement.
What motivated you to ride as much as you have over the years?
I ride quite a bit because I love exercising and enjoying nature. Also, my experiences make me understand how to become a better designer. The more I ride, the more aware of how a bike is supposed to feel and work and maintain. I like how trails change with time and weather and depending on what bike I decide to ride, I get to decide what different lines to take. Everything is constantly new and different. Meeting and riding with new people has been an added benefit, too. I am more interested in spending time with others hiking or cycling. It's a good way for me to think of new things to design.
When you started out riding, what were some handling skills that challenged you? Do you have any suggestions for what helped you grasp them?
Speed was a skill that can help you as a beginner cyclist. It is not your enemy. The first skill I learned when riding was that many times being slow in certain situations can mean crashing or the inability to roll over or turn, or causing your body weight to shift incorrectly causing accidents. Many times, you can avoid a lot of mis-steps in handling or technical things if you just have enough speed or momentum. Letting go of the brakes, relaxing and using your body to control lean and angle during faster speeds comes with ride experience and practice trial. Personally, I just try to do things over and over until it sinks in. It also helps to possess some determination and a bit of hard-headedness.
What do you love about riding your bike?
The fact that I design my bikes makes me really enjoy riding them. Also, I really like being alone on the trails and just enjoying the time I get to spend in nature. It's cool to ride with friends, too, but I just feel independent and self-reliant when I'm alone on a ride.
Tell us about your bike(s), what they are like and why did you choose them?
I pretty much ride every bike I design, some more than others due to our terrain and my commute patterns. My favorite bikes in the past were an Ibis SL-R (specially covered in silver carbon - clear fiberglass) and a white and blue Ibis Silk road bike, because I really put some elevation on those bikes. Now, because I do quite a bit of commuting, I prefer using my T-29er hard tail for getting through the forest since it's pretty fast and nimble or the Hakkalugi cross bike due to its disc brakes and longer wheel base, which makes riding more comfortable over pot-holes and loose gravel.
What clothing/bike accessories do you love? What would you recommend to your friends?
If people ask me about my clothing, I'll tell them, but I don't often recommend brands to others unless I've personally spent money on it vs getting industry deals or promotions from other bike companies and have worn them for over a year or more. As a product designer, I believe that longevity determines the best performing choices. That being said: Bike lights, I recommend "Light & Motion" due to their great customer service and strong record for making solid products in the past few years, Strava app on my Android phone for ride tracking and finding new trails in new towns or cities (not to mention it tends to be more accurate in located me compared to my $400+ Garmin). I mostly wear Rapha ride clothing: shorts and 3/4 bibs have been going strong for 3+ years, now, and the neon pink riding vest and bootie covers keep me warm and visible on the road. My preferred sunglasses are Oakley Radar Locks because they are perfect for keeping out wind from my eyes at high speeds, in either clear lens (for general eye protection) or a jade iridium lens (for forest riding in bright to low light.) My favorite shoes are SIDI's, but Giro has some nice styles, too. I also like smartwool for base layers and Camelbak for any type of hydration. I often buy jerseys from obscure designers in Sweden have them delivered from my friends when they come through town. Twin Six is a cool jersey company and I like socks from DeFeet.
You are an owner/lead designer of Ibis Cycles- what inspired you to be involved with the cycling industry?
I enjoy working in an outdoor-based company and our company helps me balance work and play. As far as jobs go, it's pretty spectacular to have something you design become something you can turn around and ride. I like making things that are being used on a daily or weekly basis through the life of the product. It makes me really happy to see people excited and happy about getting outside and experiencing nature and discovering new places to go and challenging themselves physically and mentally. I have worked high tech, housewares, fashion and I feel like this industry allows me to feel good about developing products that are meaningful and long-lasting.
What is the mission statement of Ibis and what can people expect from an Ibis Cycles bike?
We like to say "Ride more, work less", but what that really means to me is that you can work smarter if you've got a clear head and a point worth making. There is something about riding, something that you dig out from inside of you and it's what you own and all for you. We here at Ibis are obsessed with riding and providing the ride experience. As humans, we all strive to do more of what we love, and if that works out right, you're never really working. Ibis creates bikes that can cater to a range of terrain and is grounded by strong suspension and the coolest tech we can come up with at the moment. We make bikes for men and women who want to have the best quality experience they can with the precious time off they have. I find that our bikes offer the wider range of fit from a small company. Since I'm 5 feet tall, I make sure all Small frames can fit me safely. The opposite end of the spectrum is my 6'-6" business partner, and I have to make sure he can fit the XLarge, too!
Why do you feel women are an integral part in the cycling industry?
Women have a voice in our cycling culture and should be involved in the business. The cycling industry is a small part of the outdoor industry and the bike arena was predominately male for a very long time. Women equally represent buyers, owners, high level management and business owners who make a direct impact on our communities. Cycling is changing our country's infrastructure and way of life in a way that is healthy and independent of fossil fuels or even mass transit. Women need to take equal part in developing this and that means getting into every facet of the cycling industry and engaging in dialogue and committing to things we believe in.
How has your personal experience with mountain biking contributed to frame designs?
As a person of smaller stature, I am acutely aware of how challenging it is to find things that fit me well or are useful to me. I try to develop all stand-over heights on our small frames so they fit a person who is at least 5 feet tall (or has a 27" inseam). I also try to make all the areas where you may touch a frame smooth and easy to hold and clean, especially since I've spent many a harsh hours putting my bike on my roof rack or tumbling down with it in a crash. I want people who ride our bikes to feel confident on the trail and happy with what they invested in, and that's why I spend so much time refining the design details. I like making the bikes look like they are leaping forward because that's how the suspension technology makes me feel when I ride. I used to wear a large pack when riding, but sometimes I like to just go for a quick loop after work. Our first Mojo bike design didn't accommodate water bottles, but not having that option ended up making me realize that it was pretty helpful to have in certain situations. I think about new ideas for bike accessories and frame options every time I ride.
What do you feel deters women from getting involved with cycling? Especially mountain biking?
In general, I don't feel that women feel deterred from entering this industry, but perhaps the sport has not historically sought out female riders, engineers, designers / customers, so by way of focus, they inadvertently ostracized women. Personally, I feel like I offered a different perspective as a designer outside of the industry, especially since I have such a diverse work experience. In Santa Cruz, running, surfing, skateboarding, cycling, kitesurfing, riding horses are normal things to do. What I would think would entice more women to embrace the sport is to educate women that there are size specific frames and different suspensions that can make cycling comfortable and safe. Chamois, gloves, good fitting clothing are what can make or break someone's ride experience. Chafing, cold weather, and sweat makes for discomfort, but good clothing alleviates all those things. Eye and head protection is also key. Let's face it, all customers are generally faced with "mass market" frames with components set up for the "AVERAGE JOE", not "CUSTOM JOANNA". Great shops can help set up your suspension, make sure you fit your bike properly and give you a run down on all the bells and whistles that make your bike great. Alas, a bike is more customizable than a car and requires some heavy duty research to understand why or why not a bike is right for your needs and types of terrain you want to ride on.
Industry-wise and locally, what do you feel could change to encourage more women to become involved and/or ride?
Bell just started a nationwide cycling program to help women establish and maintain group rides. Becoming active in your local community by seeking out trails to build or maintain, involving yourself in youth / bicycling activities, holding clinics at stores or gathering people for activities and races is a great way to start small and local. People gravitate around things that they love and will gradually meet others who share the same interests. Many bike shops offer demo-days and I bet if there were women-only ones, those would be interesting to some women. I think having support and a forum to listen or learn from others can be highly productive to those who have never tried the sport. People are finding very social and creative ways to do this.
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I suppose my hope is that more women will be out there doing what is fun and won't feel limited because it is something they weren't exposed to or introduced to before or at an earlier age. I didn't learn how to surf or mountain bike until I was in my 20's and being a beginner sucks. At some point, we were all beginners at something, so it's just nice to relearn or have the freedom to start anew. I think riding (road or mountain) is just another form of exercise and can be pretty liberating for anyone who wants to experience something new and meet new friends.
As an adult, it's sort of fun to create new relationships that are based off of sporting activities.
I'd much rather meet someone for a ride than just sitting around.
Sunday, January 24, 2016
Women's Off-Road Riding Survey
(Click survey link here or find below!)
Riding off-road is something that some women gravitate to naturally while others wonder if they will be confident enough to try.
I was in the latter category. When I started riding, I didn't have a clue that 2 years later I would be delving head-first into the realm of riding off-road.
For one, for the longest time I didn't realize mountain bike trails existed. Then I found out you could ride a bike on them- my mind was blown. I also was certain that I wouldn't be able to ride them without some sort of calamity happening.
With time, care, and patience I learned to ride the trails. It was a learning curve, that's for sure- but I was up to the challenge.
What I wished when I started riding was for a solid core group of women who would ride trails, too. Naturally a couple friends started joining me on rides because it sounded so intriguing- I wished for more!
I created FWD- Fearless Women of Dirt. A group of women who like to ride off-road or are off-road curious. A landing page for anyone to join. A new community of women mountain bikers in Decorah!
At Decorah Bicycles we started having a regular off-road group ride on Sundays in 2015. Anyone of any riding level was welcome to join. We had a great time and are looking forward to more rides this season! However, one thing was said to me several times by women. "Oh yeah! I've been meaning to join your ride!" However for whatever reason they weren't able to join. Maybe it was the time of day, or maybe it wasn't as introductory as it needed to be. Either way- we want to attempt to find out more- what would encourage YOU to ride off-road?
We would appreciate if you would take a few moments to complete this survey. It is targeting Decorah and surrounding area, but all are welcome to participate.
Keep in mind it is specifically targeted towards off-road rides.
(Not gravel or paved at this time.)
Keep in mind it is specifically targeted towards off-road rides.
(Not gravel or paved at this time.)
Thursday, January 21, 2016
The Good Ride
Let me just say, that out of the past winters, this one has been one of the most frustrating ones to date. I've found myself on a few more trainer rides than I have anticipated due to the fluxing temperatures/snow conditions. Not that it's all bad, you can catch up on your favorite shows, but it leaves a lot to be desired (nature.)
The snow we received in copious amounts was nothing more than powder.
I am not involved with a winter sport that does well with literal powder snow, so it left many of us here in Decorah feeling a bit frustrated. (At first.)
The first few rides in this snow, even with our technical single track groomed, was difficult and I left the trails feeling a bit sour vs. accomplished. I'm all for challenging myself, but this was above and beyond the typical "challenge."
A Tuesday about two weeks ago had me on a roller coaster ride of emotions. The trails were starting to get darn good and packed in, which made riding them much more possible for someone who hasn't had years of experience handling a bike off road, let alone in the snow. I hit up some of my favorite choices in the Van Peenen area and felt pretty alright. I climbed some of the climbs and didn't wipe out around any corners. All-in-all, I felt pretty good with everything even tho it was far from a cakewalk.
Then I decided to go over to Dunnings- which provides more challenge yet. At that point, I had to ride up...scratch that. I walked the heck out of Old Randy's. Riding was spotty, all things considered, but I managed to get to the top. Once I was at the top I figured I'd give Upper Randy's a go- which had been groomed, but it hadn't had much traffic since. This trail ended up having me hiking my bike the entire way. I had gotten in so far that I felt it was stupid to turn around and go back- this is what you call bullheaded.
Eventually I got back onto ridable snow and hit up Captain's. My curiosity got the better of me and I attempted Upper Mother's Day- which scared the crap out of me in spots. It's not that it wasn't rideable- but there are some spots that up the ante for making me nervous. My trek up Wold's was a trudge fest. Once I got back onto the Ice Cave loop, I figured all was fine, until I ended up going over my bars.
The words that were escaping my mouth would've made my grandma flip. Needless to say, I was glad that I was riding solo.
It made me wonder how the heck my skills simply vanished- tho that really isn't the case. It is a harsh reminder that for many, there are a lot of factors that come into play when you fatbike. Snow conditions and tire pressure can both make your experience better or worse. When it comes to poor snow, really the only thing you can do is suck it up and make the most of it.
Let's fast forward to last Tuesday. Confidence reinstated after a few good rides and I was feeling completely and utterly ready to take on the trails. Nothing says "Awesome" like zero degree weather and sunshine!
I felt so capable. My attitude was so much better because I felt more confident with the trail conditions and my handling. Okay, so this essentially proves that I can ride in the snow and my skills didn't just disappear into thin air.
I event went over to the Dunnings trails (again) to check out and give Travis feedback on the job he did crafting Lower Randy into a rideable section. It was marvelous. Probably the best snow ride I've ever had on that trail. I even did a loop to re-visit Mother's Day and rode that trail without putting a foot down! I won't say that I wasn't a little nervous at a couple spots, but I did my best to just roll thru without a second thought.
That day I had one of "those rides"...you know. The ride you have that pretty much makes your whole week feel awesome. The one that gives you the confidence boost you needed, and the ride that makes you feel like you can conquer just about anything.
Fatbiking in the snow is about the most fickle riding you can encounter, but it is so worth the time and energy spent doing it. You work different muscles, build handling skills, and become a stronger rider both physically and mentally. You really can't go wrong with that!
Monday, January 18, 2016
Women on Bikes Series: Heather Cooper
When did you first start riding a bike?
I first started when I was 16. My dad was a mountain biker and he nudged me to go out riding with him. My first bike was a Trek 850 with no suspension and those crazy bar ends that people used to put on their handlebars. After 3 frustrating years of biking in the very technical terrain in New Jersey, I gave up. It was only when I moved to Vermont 13 years later when I picked up another bike. From that point on I was hooked.
What motivated you to ride as much as you have over the years?
I guess it starts with inspiration from my dad. Then when I moved to Vermont I was determined to start up again. I knew no one and had to find trails and go riding all by myself. Turns out, the trails were some of the best I have ever been on. Then 4 years ago I moved to California. A completely different experience. My riding has been driven by friends rallying each other to go all the time. Then getting inspired to race by my friend Erica and now…it is about getting better and exploring new places.
Tell us about your first Enduro at Sea Otter- would you say that inspired you to compete in the California Enduro Series?
It was actually the other way around.. My friend Erica's husband races and she started racing the series a few years ago. She kept telling me how I would love doing these races and finally I decided to check it out by volunteering at the Santa Cruz Enduro in 2014. As I manned the aid station, I saw how much fun people were having. They would congregate at the bottom and talk about the stoke from their last run, then start to leisurely climb back up to the next stage. When I committed to her that I would do the CES, she suggested we do Sea Otter as a warm up race. It was perfect for that.
Tell us about your experience at the California Enduro Series- what did you take away from the experience?
I was scared at the beginning of each race. Usually shaking before the first timed stage. Once I got the adrenaline out of my system after the first run, it was all fun, laughs and some suffering. At the same time, I was looking forward to every weekend. My big take away is that it was 50% about racing, and 50% about hanging out with friends and meeting new ones. You go on 6 weekend vacations together, you practice together, you encourage each other and then you kick each other's asses.
What inspired you to start competing?
As I mentioned above, it was my friend Erica. But I also was going to turn 40 in November of 2015, and have never competed in anything. I figured that if I was ever going to jump into it, this was the time to do it.
Do you have suggestions for those who are on the fence about entering in a race/competition? Just do it. I can't speak for other race formats, but Enduro seems to be super inviting. As long as you would refer to yourself as an intermediate rider, most of the courses were approachable and fun. Get a group of people rallied to do it together and ask for help from people who you know are already racing. I remember saying to myself that I was going to commit to the races, but it wasn't until I started registering that it felt real. Put the race series dates in your calendar, look for the registration times and jump in head first. And if that didn't convince you, get in touch with me!
How do you help prepare yourself for an event?
I didn't take myself too seriously, so I wasn't on any sort of training plan. The biggest prep was that a group of friends would either take a trip to the venue for a weekend prior to the event or went a day early to pre-ride. Other than that, I was committed to riding both weekend days and made a point to do rides with the tougher climbs (which I typically avoid). If I move up to the Expert class next year, I will have to get some more fitness. My biggest downfall is when we have to do a quick sprint uphill in the middle of a downhill track. I lose all of my time there.
When you started out mountain biking, what were some handling skills that challenged you? Do you have any suggestions for what helped you grasp them?
Everything is challenging and scary when you start. I spent many years developing bad habits. About 4 years ago I signed up for 2 of the Trek Dirt Series clinics. They are taught by highly skilled women in an approachable environment. There are all these little tricks that can increase your skill level fast which you might never figure out on your own. I've gotten much better recently at cornering by forcing myself to look where I want to go, turn my hips and shoulders, and to let go of the brakes. I've also been realizing that speed is my friend when going through technical sections. I used to slow to a crawl and pick my way through rocks and sometimes that is appropriate. But I realized that my bike can navigate through anything if I carry my speed.
Flats or clips?
I started in clips. When I moved to California and started tackling some harder rock gardens, jumping and steeper terrain I felt a lot more comfortable being able to take my feet off my pedals, so I switched to flats. Then at the Northstar race this year, one of my race friends started heckling me about racing in flats. I figured since she was a Pro, she probably knew what she is talking about. So, I got back into clips and it's been great.
What do you love about riding your bike?
Mostly that it makes me forget about everything. On a mountain bike ride, I always have to be fully engaged so I don't run into the multitudes of obstacles out there. It is the only thing I do that forces me to forget about the stress of everyday life.
Tell us about your bike(s), what they are like and why did you choose them?
I'm a 1 bike kind of gal. I have been riding a Nomad for a year. I test rode that and the Bronson one day down in Santa Cruz. The Nomad seemed to fit me better and felt like I was landing on pillows. I like the fun of going downhill and this bike helps me do things I never would have had the confidence to do. It's great to live close to the Santa Cruz demo factory and be able to demo a bike for free before making such a big purchase. I have my sights set on getting a Juliana Furtado next.
What clothing/bike accessories do you love? What would you recommend to your friends?
My all time favorite is my Shredly shorts.. I don't know why it is such a challenge to find clothing options that fit well, but Shredly seems to have nailed it for all different body types. I like my POC sunglasses and also their gloves that slip on (any velcro gloves I've had always seem to fail after a while) my EVOC pack and bike bag. I don't leave home without my Gform pads and have recently started riding with the ISX Flow knee and eblow pads. Lastly, I have a great Giro helmet and I am a huge fan of the Bell Super 2R with the detachable chinbar.
You work for Clif Bar, a company that fuels many different kinds of athletes- what has been a positive being involved with a company that is part of the outdoor industry?
Aside from having access to great nutrition for my activities, I find that there is inspiration all around me. From our CEO who took on America Ninja Warrior to Megan who did the Spartan Beast last year. We have Ironmen and Ironwomen, people who bike centuries on the weekends and loads of other people who are trying new things or super stoked to cheer you on from the sidelines. The people are what makes Clif such a great place to work. Aside from that we have a gym and personal trainers, an athletic stipend to help you pay for races and a generous vacation offering. Lastly, and perhaps the best part, is that I've met the best friends I've had in my life at Clif and we have common interests.
Why do you feel it is valuable to have women involved in the outdoor/cycling industry? Perspective on product development, women control a disproportionate amount of purchase power, women represent the largest growth opportunity in mountain biking and lastly we have different skills and qualities that will round out your organization.
What do you feel deters women from getting involved with cycling? Especially mountain biking?
Cycling appears to be much more accessible than mountain biking. With either sport there is a heavy equipment investment, however with cycling you can sometimes go out your front door and start spinning your wheels. For mountain biking there is a high intimidation factor and I think people envision themselves getting hurt. There are rocks, trees, streams, exposed narrow trails and speaking of trails, they aren't always easy to find and you probably don't want to go by yourself. The perfect recipe is to find a friend to "sponsor" you who is going to encourage you, but not push you too far. Demo, borrow or rent a bike and go to a reputable clinic.
What do you feel could change industry-wise/locally to encourage more women to ride?
I think there needs to be revolutionary change. Right now, there are a bunch of bike companies making women specific products and creating their own programs. Those might be ambassador programs, sponsoring female athletes, sponsoring clinics such as Trek Dirt Series or Liv Ladies All Ride. These are all amazing efforts that took a lot of advocating and hard work; however they are individually duplicating efforts.
I imagine there being a more national effort to consolidate all the resources. Those resources might be put towards national education and regional clinics with standardized training and trail access. I see this as building the foundation of women rather than each company fighting for a piece of a small pie.
As I write this from New Zealand, I also have a new perspective on how important trail access is. While riding in Rotorua, I was amazed at how many women and children were out on bikes. They had amazing amenities…showers and toilets, water stations, rentals, bike shops at the trail head, extensive trail maps and phone apps, shuttles, excellent trail signage and a 6 level rating system from beginner to expert. The networks of trails are enormous and hikers, horses and bikes seem to co-exist happily.
What inspires you to encourage women to ride?
It is simple, when I find something I love, I want to share it with other people. Tell us a random fact about yourself! I'm spending a month biking around New Zealand, living out of a van with my favorite biking partner, Courtney. Oh, and another good one is that I went to college for Music Business.
Monday, January 11, 2016
Women on Bikes Series: Revisiting Kelly (Hickey) Erbach
|Photo Credit: Pete Stone
Kelly is such an inspirational woman, so I thought it would be fun to go back and catch up a little bit on what has been going with her "Life on Two Wheels."
Quick Catch Up- Tell us about yourself and the riding styles you enjoy:
Hello! My name is Kelly, I am 33 years old, and I live in Duluth, MN.
I have a fantastic husband, Karl, who is also passionate about bikes and a little guy named Wyatt (with whom I'm staying home while on a break from my RN career). Wyatt has been showing some serious aptitude in the bike mechanic department (he even added glow sticks to the frame on my Trek Fuel EX), so it won't come as much of a surprise if he joins the family pastime.
As for preferred riding styles, I EASILY am most enamored with mountain biking on single track. There is a place for road riding in my life (when the trails are closed), or on gravel (when there are no trails or good roads), but given a choice I will pick trail riding every time. Last winter, I had the opportunity to dabble in fat biking in the snow and look forward to more of that as well. It is awesome to have so many options!
You have been catching up on riding since you became a parent- do you have suggestions for new parents who suddenly find themselves with limited riding time?
Yes. Take the opportunities when they arise. Even if it means dragging your tired butt out for a half hour of a slow pedal, it is usually worth it. (Usually! Sometimes laying in the yard and staring at a tree is just what the doctor ordered.) Also, be kind and realistic with yourself. You might not have as much time to ride, thus may not feel as fit or skilled as you previously did, but you are out there doing it as best you can during this challenging time. That in itself is enormous. In order to be a good parent, you need to take care of yourself. The balancing act can be extremely tricky, but as long as it evens out over the days and weeks, you are doing something right.
It was quite a game changer for us to go from being able to ride basically whenever and for however long we wanted to "I have this specific window during which my child has someone else to care for them and likely will not need me for food/nap/etc". There are many evenings when Karl and I don't get to hang out much because we take turns riding, but we know that we need exercise and nature to be happy, so we make it work. It is fantastic to have family and friends who are willing to watch Wyatt so Karl and I can occasionally ride together as well.
Were you able to get back into "riding shape" quickly or did it take awhile?
It was ROUGH in the beginning! I had a c-section, thus had to wait at least six weeks before even trying to pedal. I was also lucky enough to have sciatica, pubic symphysis separation, and plantar fasciitis. (What the H, pregnancy?! So much for "being super active the whole time.") As you can imagine, I wasn't in peak physical condition by the time I was able to ride again. We were living in St. Cloud, MN at the time (which is more a road biking than mountain biking place), so when that six weeks was up, I got dressed (in my husband's riding clothes, as mine didn't fit), loaded up the baby and the bike, and set out to find a remote place to give it a shot. In a nutshell, I made it about 7 miles at roughly 11.5 mph, had to have Karl literally hold my seat and run next to me as I tried to get out of the parking lot (which was gravel and uphill and not a good place to be walking in carbon soled shoes).
Not to mention that I seemed to have suddenly developed asthma while trying to make it up a tiny hill. It got better fairly quickly-ish, but struggling through those first rides was tough. It took over a MONTH to not have a sore tush in the saddle. What happened to a week?! Flash forward to last summer, when I could not only wear my own clothes again, but also race. Thank goodness!
What suggestions do you have for women who are getting back on the bike after childbirth?
Keep after it, even if it seems discouraging (both time-constraint-wise and fitness-wise) and be kind to yourself. Having a baby changes your body and it takes a while to figure it all out again. Also, some women recover quickly, but some take months to heal. Listen to your body and take it at the appropriate pace. You will meet your goals over time!
How was it the first few times back on the trails? Did it ever seem like you had left them or did it take some time to get back into the swing of things?
The first few times were okay. It was a bit shocking how much balance had to be relearned after waddling around with a big 'ol belly for so long. I stayed on trails that were well within my comfort range while I worked out the kinks that first summer.
You participated in some events this year- tell us about the events and what you enjoyed about them:
This year was great for events! I was able to make it to three Wednesday Night Enduro Series races in Duluth, which are basically the beer-league of racing for COGGS (our local IMBA chapter) members. Additionally, The Great Hawk Chase and Voyageurs Revenge (both 15ish mile...if you race the sport category...XC races in Duluth) and a short enduro in Copper Harbor over Labor Day weekend made it into the books.
The best part of all the races is the comradery, a feeling of accomplishment after the harder ones (read: I thought I might die of heat stroke at The Great Hawk Chase, but did not!), and the occasional podium achievement. In the female categories, there are often low numbers of racers, which makes top three (especially when there are age group awards) much more obtainable, but it still feels great! Hopefully, as more women join the sport and decide to race, there will be loads more competition! In Copper Harbor, there were plenty of fast ladies, which is awesome. I didn't do so hot on the speed-front, but I also rode Red Trail during the race for the first time ever and didn't get hurt, so I'm calling that a win!
Do you legitimately train for events? If so, what does that entail?
I'm going to have to give that a solid 'no'. I simply don't have the free time. I am very lucky to get opportunities to ride when Karl's in town (he travels a bunch for work) and when family and friends are willing to hang out with my little guy. Some of those rides are hard and fast and others are super casual (those are the times I'm so tired I can barely muster the energy to get out the door). At some point last summer, I was debating whether or not to enter a race because I didn't feel like I was in 'race shape'. I eventually came to the conclusion that if I waited until I was in race shape to do races, I would maybe never race again! So I entered knowing my fitness was at least decent enough to finish moderately well. That approach turned out to be a great decision.
For you, what inspired you to participate in events in the first place?
I was interested in racing for years, but never felt like I was good enough. Then one winter in Wisconsin, some lady friends and I put together a team for the Wausau 24 (we did the 12 hour event) and it was awesome. It took a team (which seemed more comfortable than racing solo...and looking back over all the races I've done, team racing my favorite) to get started.
Why should women consider participating or volunteering at events/races?
Because you feel good! Being involved in the broader community of biking via races provides a sense of community and either accomplishment or purposefulness. Also, it is time to balance the gender scales and get more women on the start lines. The more females in the cycling world, the stronger our influence in all areas of our sport (of which the positive effects will be huge).
How do you incorporate your child into your current biking lifestyle?
My first thought was "I basically don't"! He attends races sometimes, but biking is currently an escape from parenting for me. It is a chance to fill my bucket, so to speak, and spend time clearing my head in nature. I can be a much more patient and happy parent when my needs are met. Breaks from constant care giving is integral to that. Although, we will get Wyatt a kick bike next summer, and family bike outings will become a thing (I hope). Karl and I both really look forward to introducing him to mountain biking (and our niece, if she's into it when she gets older). That's not to say that solo rides won't still be important!
Baby #2! What have you learned with riding during the first pregnancy? Will you be doing anything different the second round?
I learned to listen to my body and build fitness at a reasonable rate rather than pushing too hard out of the gate. The second round will likely be the same, besides having TWO little ones with whom to manage my time. It is super encouraging to know that I was able to rebound after the first pregnancy. I hope this time goes as well!
Yes! I am still riding my Trek Fuel EX, which I LOVE, in addition to my Trek Domane on those days I venture onto a road. I had a Trek Farley, which was awesome, and will rejoin the stable next year before winter (I won't be fat biking my baby belly around this snow season). Depending on how much I decide to race XC in the future, I may or may not switch my mountain biking set-up to a Trek Fuel EX 650b (rather than the 29er I have now) and add a race hard tail (a Trek Procaliber). We shall see!
Anything else you would like to share regarding bikes or kiddos?
If I had coffee this morning, there would be a bounty of wisdom in this space. The orange juice isn't cutting it.
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This is a story that's either justice porn or an example of how our criminal justice system targets the wrong people, depending on what you thought of this popular prank video (which depicts three Virginia teenagers pretending to trip and fall while holding jugs of milk in a grocery store, sending milk flying in all directions):
Chances are the guys who made that video aren't laughing about their prank anymore — all three of them (two brothers and a cousin) are now facing criminal charges.
Each milk-soaked prankster is charged with seven counts of destruction of property and disorderly conduct, but the charges are all misdemeanors. They are being charged as juveniles and have reportedly cooperated with authorities, so it's likely they will get off with little more than a slap on the wrist.
In an appearance on the TV show RightThisMinute prior to being charged, one of the three pranksters said that they "kind of" feel sorry for what they did.
"But I mean, it was just an innocent prank," he added.

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What is a profound professor? A quick search through the Oxford English Dictionary can provide a definition.
However, when I think of profound professors I don't think of a dictionary entry. I think of the professors I have encountered during my time at Mississippi College. These professors truly are profound and are making a difference in their fields and in the lives of the students they teach.
Although I have never taken one of Dr. Otis Pickett's classes, I have heard laud after laud from countless students and faculty members, and after interviewing him, I concur that Mississippi College is lucky to have a professor as passionate as Dr. Pickett.
His Background
Growing up in Charleston, South Carolina, Dr. Pickett was surrounded by history and furthered his love of history by majoring in history at Clemson University. However, being a historian by profession was not always in the plan.
Actually, Dr. Pickett attended seminary after graduation in hopes of becoming a pastor. As he progressed through seminary, he realized he excelled in the history based courses, and with the encouragement of current and past professors, he applied for graduate school. Several years later, he received his Ph.D. from the University of Mississippi.
His Work
Dr. Pickett is an Antebellum and Colonial to Reconstruction historian with a passion for the 19th century and a budding interest in the 20th century. He believes that the 19th century is the time when America becomes the nation it is today. During that time, the country radically changed as slavery ended, and the effects of that era are still evident in the racial problems that inflict America today. This is where Dr. Pickett is most passionate, especially when race and the church intersect. He has published three articles in the past few years, his most recent on the Monroe Mission and the Chickasaw Nation, and is currently working on a book.
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Dr. Pickett's love for Christ is evident. He holds a Bible study on Monday afternoons with four students. In his classes, he tries to show students the connection between history and their walk with Christ, but he isn't just talk. Dr. Pickett lives out what he preaches. About four years ago, Dr. Pickett and Dr. Patrick Alexander, an Assistant Professor of English and African American Studies at the University of Mississippi, began work on what is now called the Prison to College Pipeline program. The idea stemmed from a desire to show Christ-like love to the incarcerated population of our nation. Through this program, inmates are given the opportunity to gain college credit and a sense of purpose. It's a simple but effective way to invest in the dignity of people who are largely marginalized by society.
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After choosing Squarespace, and before actually beginning to design a website, people often look at the Squarespace templates page with a blank stare.
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This is generally followed by intense Googling.
Whether you're DIYing or getting a designer to create your new Squarespace website, it's good to have some inspiration to get the creative juices flowing and see what's possible with Squarespace.
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I've scoured the web for the best in Squarespace site design, and compiled them here. Included is each websites template and a link to the live site. If the site owner hired a website designer to create the site, the designer is also linked.
If you're still in need of a little more guidance before getting started on your Squarespace site, these articles should prove helpful to you.
10 Squarespace websites for inspiration • Feminine Edition
Live Site: Dallas Shaw
Business: Fashion Illustrator
Template: Custom with the developer platform
Design Studio: Go Live HQ
Live Site: Glam On Wheels
Business: Salon
Template: Pacific
Design Studio: The Paige Studio (this studio!) with Compass
Live Site: That's Darlin'
Business: Gifting Studio
Template: Five
Design Studio: Pinegate Road
Live Site: Bloom Workshop
Business: Workshop for creative women
Template: Montauk
Design Studio: Elle & Company
Live Site: Birds Dream
Business: Photographer
Template: Wexley
Live Site: Ginger & Blooms
Business: Wedding & floral design
Template: Five
Design Studio: Meg Summerfield
Live Site: Kayleigh Ross Photography
Business: Photographer
Template: Wells
Design Studio: The Paige Studio (this studio!)
Live Site: Kristin Webster
Business: Life Coach
Template: Pacific
Design Studio: Hello Big Idea
Live Site: B. Jones Photography
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Template: Montauk
Live Site: Eat With Zest
Business: Dieticians & Nutritionists
Template: Naomi
Design Studio: Meg Summerfield
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Ahsan Khan to Dance in London in Theater
Ahsan Khan is a versatile and a very talented Pakistani actor. Ahsan recently has said this in an interview that he will dance upcoming project. Khan is going for a three in one adventure soon. He will be dancing, singing, and acting in an upcoming venture.
Ahsan Khan is about to do all this in a theatre play in London. The title of this play is Ishq and it is an adaptation of the popular Heer Ranjha. Ahsan Khan has said that he will be acting in the lead role in this play. It is for the first time ever that any Pakistani play is happening in London. Ahsan Khan has also told the play comprises of 3-4 songs and all of these will be Punjabi blends. The back drop setting of the play is a village in Heer Ranjha's story. Let us all wait to see how the Pakistani heartthrob is going to perform at this international event that is happening in London.
Celebrating 70th Independence Day in London
Ahsan Khan said that this play is a part of Pakistan's 70th year's celebrations. It aims to spread the message of love. He has said that this it is Sufi Musical. He added that this will be mostly in the English language. The team hopes to spread the message of love through Ishq. They also are trying to promote the lighter and softer image of Islam.He thinks to promote this side of Islam is a much necessary work.
Ahsan has said that these legends of Heer Ranjha tells a story of a romance and create revolution too. He further revealed that Ishq combines the elements of classical and modern dance with a fusion of music.


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LeBron James Takes Home Third MVP Title
(MIAMI) -- An emotional LeBron James stepped up to the podium to receive his third Most Valuable Player trophy on Saturday.
James has now won the last three out of four MVP crowns and stepped into elite company becoming just the eighth player in NBA history to win the MVP award three times. He joins Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and Moses Malone among the players who have as many MVP trophies.
"This is my ninth year in the NBA, less than ten years ago, I had dreams of being in the NBA, I had dreams of putting on an NBA uniform," said James. "I never dreamed about being an NBA most valuable player."
James stressed the importance of his Heat team who joined him on stage during his speech.
"Even though my name is on this individual award, it's not just my award," said James. "The reason I am up here today is because of those guys."
James received 85 of a possible 121 first-place votes.
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Creative Social Media Content That Will Captivate Your Followers
If you are a small business owner, you know how crucial social media is for the ongoing success of your business. The more your audience feels a connection with you, the more they will trust you and your brand and people who trust a brand are people who are loyal followers and consumers. In order to accomplish this, you need to consistently execute a plan for creative social media content.
But social media requires a whole lot more than just throwing stuff up. There is content and then there is content marketing which by definition is:
Content marketing is a strategic marketing approach focused on creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content to attract and retain a clearly-defined audience — and, ultimately, to drive profitable customer action.
So you have to ask yourself:
"Is the content I am creating valuable?
Is it relevant?
Do I have a strategic plan??"
The content that you create should funnel your audience:
• from followers who are attracted to your content
• who see the value in what you provide to stick around longer to experience more
• who engage with you
• so you can nurture the relationship to ultimately convert into buyers of your services and/or products.
Social media can be highly effective with the right approach. Your strategy should always align with your brand, voice and the type of audience you are trying to attract so knowing your ideal client is crucial.
Once you have clarity there, you will know what type of content to consistently provide that stays on message with your brand, style and goals otherwise you run the risk of being all over the place and confusing your audience.
With your brand message always at the center of your strategy, here are some ideas and examples for creative ways you can create content that will captivate your followers:
Most people love to be entertained. If you have a snarky personality let that shine through. If you are an introvert that thrives on sarcasm, let that show to attract other people who love and appreciate that quality. If you love animals, share funny videos to attract other animal lovers. Are you a hot mess mom (I can totally relate to this one!) Joke about your fun messy mom moments.
I love wine and coffee and often joke about how it gets me through my crazy chaotic life. I found this awesome wine graphic and coffee mug on Pinterest. When I shared the coffee mug on my fan page it received many likes, comments and shares. Why? Because when people can personally relate, they engage.
One of my favorite fan pages, Faithful Workouts, recently shared this fun t-shirt with their audience and look at the response it generated! 220+ likes, 28+ comments and 140+ shares. Her followers could totally relate to being "FIT(ish)"
Other ideas for ENTERTAINING content:
• Highlighting fun out of the box holidays
• Nostalgia / Throwback Thursday
• Funny life story (people love to hear authentic real life stories so they know they aren't the only ones who have those moments)
Everyone loves to be inspired and uplifted with encouragement (well...except maybe your Negative Aunt Nellie but who cares, she isn't your target market anyway). Nothing is better than a great story of love and kindness or a good deed to give someone hope and don't we all need that with the world we live in?
So its no surprise that the Love What Matters Facebook fan page has 6+ MILLION followers. Nothing inspires people more than a great story. Share stories with your audience, especially ones that align with your message that your followers can personally relate to and appreciate.
For example, do you have a product that centers around pet health and nutrition? Share stories from not only your customers but also curate great pet stories from other sources to attract a following of pet lovers who can turn into buyer for your pet products. Facts tell, stories sell.
I love this photo and testimony shared on The Farmer's Dog fan page from one of their customers. It makes you want to order some organic dog food to spoil your pet with too, doesn't it?!
Other ideas for INSPIRING content:
• Memes with an inspiring quote
• Gorgeous photography with a word of encouragement
• Personal story drawing from your life experiences and lessons learned to help others
• A testimonial from a customer or client
In order to build influence with your following and for people to see you as a trusted resource you will need to educate and showcase your expertise within your niche.
In 2007 when my son was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder at the age of two, I was completely lost of how to deal with it so as someone with an urgent problem, what did I do? I turned to Google of course and that led me to SafeMama.com.
Her blog is packed full of value and knowledge and she quickly became a trusted resource for me and still is. I refer to her website often (I mean why spend time searching for 50+ opinions when I trust hers?)
So think about how you can create content to educate your audience to build their trust in you as a valuable resource.
Are you a health coach who is a busy mom who has mastered fitting in a workout, meal planning and shopping on a budget into your hectic day? Create valuable content for other moms who need that and position yourself as an authority on the subject.
I love how Jessica Vaughn brands herself and not her MLM. With a fan page of 172,000+, you can't argue with results or the power that #TheBrandOfYou can have on your business. There is no denying that she is playing the content marketing game the right way with tons of value, inspiration and education that has built influence and a loyal following.
Other ideas for EDUCATIONAL content:
• Tips, short-cuts, life hacks, trusted tools
• Blog posts (yours and others that would benefit your network)
• Book reviews
• DIY recipes
• Free resources, eBooks, guides
• Research and case studies
Use your expertise to give value around what drives your passion. Love holistic living? Homesteading? Write blog posts to help a newbie on their journey. Have a passion for organic beauty? Write a blog post on a DIY recipe like this one by Coco Calla that funnels into your product(s) and share across your social media channels.
With the digital world we live in, audiences are more and more not only craving but expecting to experience the real, raw authenticity of a brand. The more that you can give your followers a genuine insight into who you are and what you believe the more they will buy into you and social media platforms are constantly changing to keep up with this trend.
Periscope exploded with live video and it didn't take long for Facebook and Instagram to catch up with Facebook Live and Instagram Stories giving brands an opportunity to give their followers a "behind the scenes" experience. When done right and done well, it can greatly up-level your marketing game.
Truevine Brewing gives its followers a behind the scenes look at their canning process and Natalie Grant, Christian music artist, gives her followers a behind the scenes look at starting her day off as a regular mom with a group of 4th graders.
Are you a food blogger? You could give your followers a behind the scenes look at whipping up a new recipe and use the video as a "coming soon" teaser.
Are you a fashion enthusiast? You could give your followers a behind the scenes look at one of your shopping trips for a client quickly giving a valuable tip of how to pair spring styles.
Are you an interior designer and professional organizer? You could give your followers a quick tip via live video of how to fold a fitted sheet and how to organize a linen closet. (As I type this out I am thinking about what a mess my sheets are and how I never can find the right size to the different beds in my house).
I love this share by Honeybee Gardens on their Facebook fan page. A beautiful flat lay photo with a fun behind the scenes tidbit. The picture sells the products (no need to pimp them in every post with links and a call to action) with a caption that is something fun for their audience. While there are plenty of opportunities to market services and products, you will find that a subtle approach to selling your audience is often a much more effective strategy than hard sales tactics.
Other ideas for CONNECTIVE content:
• Product reviews
• Every day lifestyle photos
• Behind the scenes look for events
• Featured stories of your employees, business partners, colleagues and vendors
• Webinars
Social media can be your BFF with the right strategy and leveraging your strengths to connect with your audience. You don't have to do everything well and be on every single platform for this to be effective. Focus on what you do best and master them to do them even better. If you love to write (like I do) focus on writing great value packed content that can help others and be shared. If you love to be in front of a camera, great! Use that to its fullest potential.
Ensure that the content you create is working on your behalf and funneling into what you offer so people can have the opportunity to learn more what you do and the products your are passionate about. Have your website in your social media bios, link to a free opt-in at the end of your blog posts, eBook, etc. The goal is to captivate your audience with the content you create to gain their trust and convert them into loyal followers and buyers.
Would love to hear your thoughts on how your current content marketing strategies are working for you and if you found these tips helpful so be sure to leave me a comment.
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Now you can make these delicious cinnamon apple Donut Shop Apple Fritters at home! They taste just like the ones you buy but better since they are homemade!
On of my families favorite things are Donut Shop Apple Fritters. My son has been requesting that I make them for years, but for some reason I have never done it. Why? I don't know. But now that I have, I'm never looking back!
The warm cinnamon dough combined with the sweet cooked apples and perfectly fried then topped in a sweet maple glaze is perfection. On a cool Fall day, these are the perfect coffee or warm cider companion.
It all starts with a perfect yeast dough. All though time consuming, there is not much actual prep time. It is more rising time. I made the dough at about 5 am the other day while I was putting together my kids lunch. Studded with cinnamon, the sweet aromas started here. I let the dough rise for a few hours while I ran my other errands.
Later in the morning, I made the apple filling. Sweet tart apples combined with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon is pretty much heaven. After cooling, I rolled out the dough and added the apples, cut into their shapes, and let the rest once again before frying.
The one thing that I learned with making these Donut Store Apple Fritters, is that it is best to glaze them when they are hot. Odd I know, but if you wait until they are cool, you will end up with a sticky mess. Glazing them while hot, produces a dry crispy glaze, just like the donut store!
These are best enjoyed the day of, however they freeze beautifully. So make a few extra, freeze them, and enjoy them on a cold winter day! Enjoy! Scroll down below the recipe for more of our favorite apple recipes.
Your favorite treat, made in you own kitchen!
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 4 and 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- Vegetable Oil for Frying
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 2 medium tart apples peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon flour
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon warm water plus more as needed
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Allow to sit until yeast begins to "bloom".
- While yeast is blooming, melt shortening and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until bubbles appear on the surface.
- Remove from heat and transfer into a large bowl.
- Add salt and sugar and mix until sugar has dissolved.
- Add 1 cup of flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and eggs to the milk mixture and beat until combined.
- Beat in yeast mixture and remaining 3 cups of flour until combined.
- Replace your whisk attachment with the kneading hook, or place dough on a well-floured surface, and knead until smooth and no longer sticking to bowl or hands.
- Once dough is smooth, place in a large greased bowl, cover and let rest until dough has doubled in size.
- In a small frying pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add apples, lemon juice, sugar, and spices and cook while stirring frequently, until apples are soft- about 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in flour. Bring mixture to room temperature.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness.
- Spread the apple mixture onto half of the dough, then fold the other half over the apples.
- Cut 2 inch wide strips.
- With floured hands smash the dough and apple together and tuck in any apples that stray, and press each fritter into a flat round.
- Coat 2 rimmed baking sheets with flour. Transfer the uncooked apple fritters to the baking sheets.
- Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla, and maple syrup in a large bowl.
- Start with 1 tablespoon warm, and add more if needed.
- Whisk until glaze is smooth and the consistency of a semi thick glaze.
- Fill a large, heavy-bottomed pot with at least 2 inches of vegetable oil.
- Heat over medium-high heat until a deep-frying thermometer registers 350°F. Using a spatula, carefully and gently lower 1 fritter into the oil.
- Fry dough for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning a few times, until the fritters are light golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on a wire rack over a paper towel, and let cool for one minute before glazing.
- Dip the top of the warm fritter into glaze, letting the excess drain back into bowl.
- Place on wire rack to dry.
- Continue with remaining dough making sure that between batches, the oil temperature returns to 350°F and any floating pieces of dough or apples are removed.
- Enjoy the same day or freeze in an airtight container, layered with wax paper between fritters for up to 30 days. Defrost and microwave 30 seconds before enjoying.


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Other Environmental Health Programs
Body Art
The Highland County Health Department regulates all body art (tattoo and body piercing) establishments in Highland County. Any individual who is operating a body art parlor must be approved and inspected by the Health Department prior to operation.
Body art operations are required to follow some very strict regulations in order to assure the safety of the public. Main regulations deal with hand washing, needle handling, record keeping, age limitations, and sterilization procedures.
For information regarding body art establishments, license requirements, license fees, or other areas concerning this program, contact the Highland County Health Department, Environmental Health Division.
Campgrounds and RV Parks
The Highland County Health Department is responsible for inspecting and monitoring resident & day campsand campgrounds for health and safety issues. Sanitarians look for physical hazards, building safety, proper water and sewage disposal, spacing requirements, playground safety, and other public health issues.
These various camp and park issues have many requirements and rules which are similar, but many rules are specific to individual camp types. Please contact the Highland County Health Department for more information on various rules and regulations regarding the various camp types.
Manufactured Home Parks
As of December 1, 2012, manufactured home parks(MPH) located within Highland County are regulated and inspected by the Ohio Manufactured Home Commission (OMHC).
A manufactured home park is defined as any tract of land upon which 3 or more manufactured homes used for habitation are parked. All parcels of land meeting this description are, by definition, licensable manufactured home parks. If you are planning to start a MHP, you will need to contact the OMHC for their requirements. The OMHC website also posts links to the current rules and regulations that govern MHPs throughout the State of Ohio.
Complaints regarding MHPs located in Highland County can be directed to the OMHC via phone, e-mail, mail or fax.
Ohio Manufactured Homes Commission
5100 Parkcenter Ave, Suite 103
Dublin, Ohio 43017
Office phone: 614-734-6010 Fax: 614-734-6012
Permits and inspections for Highland County: http://omhc.ohio.gov/CallforInspections/Highland.aspx
Public Swimming Pools
The Highland County Health Department Swimming Pool Safety Program regulates public swimming pools. A public swimming pool is defined as any indoor or outdoor structure, chamber, or tank containing a body of water for swimming, diving, or bathing, but does not include a private residential pool. Sanitarians inspect the pool and associated locker/bathroom facilities for physical hazards, safety procedures, and chemical levels.
Pool operators regularly monitor chemical levels, perform maintenance, monitor swimmer safety, record injury, vomit, fecal, and other incidents, and perform many other important safety functions to ensure proper pool operation.
School Inspections
The Highland County Health Department School Inspection Program is responsible for assisting schools in ensuring student and employee safety. Sanitarians inspect the physical facility condition, playground equipment safety, restroom conditions, and other areas dealing with school health and safety. The kitchen is inspected as well, but it is licensed through the Food Safety Program.
Complaints regarding safety issues in schools should be made to the Highland County Health Department, Environmental Health Division.


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Not long after being named the "Car of the year" by Esquire Magazine, the ATS is now being called the "Luxury Car of the Year" by Popular Mechanics. According to Popular Mechanics, "The ATS packs a technical spec sheet loaded with advanced lightweight materials in the chassis as well as a body shell that's up to 40 percent stiffer than the larger CTS sedan. It's a svelte machine, rolling across the scales in its most feathery form at just 3,300 punds. The ATS is the first Cadillac to fully assault the entry-level luxury sport sedan class long dominated by German brands."
If you'd like to read the whole article for yourself, check it out here. And if you would like to take one of these finely crafted machines out for a test drive, or even back home as an early Christmas gift to yourself, stop by DeVoe Cadillac.


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The Friends of the Key West Library work together to support this precious public resource in many ways. Donations are used for Library materials and equipment while volunteers assist with various library tasks. Our popular free seasonal lecture series and book sales also serve to build community support.
2018 Lecture Series
The 2018 Lecture Series is now concluded. Many thanks to the authors, our board of directors, our members, and all those attending for making this year's series a success. Please watch this space in early December for details of next year's series.
Book Sales
We support the Key West Library through book sales in the Library's Palm Garden and ongoing book sales within the library building.
See our 2017-2018 Palm Garden book sale schedule and information about donating books.
Friends of the Key West Library publishes monthly newsletters from November through March. They cover all the Friends' news and events as well as updates from the Head Librarian, and Friends oriented activities within the Library.
Become a Member of the Friends of the Key West Library or renew your membership. Your donation helps pay for books, programs and services that make our library a great resource for Key West. Members receive advance notification of Friends' events including book sales and our renowned Lecture Series through a free subscription to our newsletter.


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As a Ham Radio operator and a Linux enthusiast, my options for programs to log QSOs is somewhat limited. Unlike the Windows environment, there are only a handful of Linux logging programs to chose from.
I had initially taken a liking to CQRLOG for it's powerful logging features but quickly became disappointed with it's system requirements. Namely, it won't run on a Raspberry Pi — especially when operating side-by-side with FLDIGI. While I don't use a Raspberry Pi as the primary computer in my shack, I'd like to have that low-power option should I need it. (Such as, for a Field Day.)
Ultimately, I decided upon Xlog not only for it's ability to run on systems with less horsepower but also in part because of it's speed and simplicity of use. I also liked that it uses a flat file for the log instead of a database on the backend. (However, check back with me when I have several thousand contacts and we'll see how that flat file holds up.)


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Directory Profile
Marcus Kohl Anderson, B.A.
Director of Student Services
Email: email@example.com
Work Phone: 213.740.8358
An alumni of the School of Cinematic Arts, Marcus Anderson strives to build upon SCA community and culture to ensure continued student success. Marcus serves as the Director of Student Affairs where he overseas Undergraduate Advising, SCA Scholarships, SCA Student Organizations, the SCA Family Program and Orientations. Marcus works directly with special populations and in developing and implementing various programming initiatives. He also serves as a cross-campus liaison to related academic and student affairs centered departments.
Marcus previously worked in the entertainment industry and at USC Thornton School of Music before joining SCA Office of Student Services in January 2006. A Trojan for life, Anderson graduated with a B.A. in Cinema-Television Critical Studies and an M.E. in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs in 2012 through the USC Rossier School of Education.


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Unknown Artist
Ganesha panel
- Location
- Not on display
- Further information
The elephant headed god Ganesh overcomes obstacles and ensures auspicious results. In the Indian state of Gujarat he features on small embroidered triangular or square panels ('stapanas') that are installed for worship within the home. On the 'stapana' the embroidered form of Ganesh is not only a representation of the god, it is also the god himself, present in the house. There is great variation in how Ganesh is depicted, depending on the conventions within the family, caste, village or locality of the embroiderer. These 1960s examples are from Kutch and Saurashtra in present-day Gujarat.
Asian Art Department, AGNSW, October 2010.
- Place of origin
- Year
- 1960s
- Media
- Textile
- Medium
- embroidery on cotton
- Dimensions
- 36.0 x 38.0 cm
- Credit
- Gift of Dr J. Masselos 2010
- Accession number
- 263.2010
- Copyright
- © Reserved


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Women make up half of the world's population. Women are intelligent, successful, contributing members of society, and yet there are many who don't see their worth or value their thoughts. If you are of this opinion, social media and the internet in general makes it very easy to share this. Part of the reason I don't have much of an online presence is for fear of trolls and cyberbullies. My classmate, Sarah, felt the same way about starting a blog. Apparently, our fears are justified as "harassment of women online is at risk of becoming 'an established norm in our digital society'". Research in Australia found that almost half of women have experienced some form of abuse or harassment online. Men, not surprisingly, face much less harassment.
Jolande RM/Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND
The recent Gamergate controversy has seen victims like Zoe Quinn and Anita Sarkeesian receiving multiple death and rape threats. Other recent female victims of online harassment include: Amanda Hess, a pundit who writes on a wide array of topics, Caroline Criado-Perez, a feminist activist and writer, and culture critic Sady Doyle. Doyle actually says she is lucky because she's only received one death threat and not that many rape threats. How is that lucky?
"It is never appropriate to use slurs, metaphors, graphic negative imagery, or any other kind of language that plays on someone's gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religion."
kid-josh/Flickr, CC BY-NC-SA
Online harassment includes but may not be limited to: unwanted contact, trolling, cyberbullying, sexual harassment, doxing, revenge porn, and threats of physical violence, rape, and death. Jamie Oliver's piece on online harassment spoke a lot about revenge porn. Revenge porn is when naked photos of someone are posted online without their consent. One can see how this could quite quickly ruin someone's life, and shockingly enough there is no law against it in 27 states and it is very difficult to get the photos taken down. When a case comes to light in the media, it is portrayed to be the woman's fault, who let herself have naked pictures taken of her. Why is blame being placed on the woman? It's as if the one posting the photos is exonerated of any blame.
It seems as though women aren't allowed to vocalize any of their thoughts online without the potential of being harassed. Our own instructor, Katia Hildebrandt, was trolled for tweeting a study on white privilege. "Gendered bigotry against women is widely considered to be "in bounds" by Internet commenters." Many comments come from anonymous or fake accounts. Although anonymity can be beneficial when it's used to "comfort and protect individuals who wish to express opinions in a psychologically "safe" environment," it also protects the people who make unethical comments. Would these same people be making these comments if there name was attached to it so they could be held accountable? Probably not.
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text: Best positioned in the short corner, the Small 8" Vamp is an aggressive performer used predominately in calm water. A violent shaking action allows the Small Vamp to function as an effective small teaser with hooks, luring fish from behind the spread. When used in rough conditions, the Small Vamp behaves further back in the long rigger and short rigger positions. Suggested skirt colours include Zacatak, Celica, Stripy and Frigate.


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In Your Box
Carrots –
Pie Pumpkins – either a netted winter luxury or a smoothed skin New England Pie.
Red Radishes or Purple Daikon Radishes-
Brasing mix or Bok Choy –
Sweet Peppers
Turnips no tops- full shares only
Rutabaga – Great in stews, roasted or mashed.
Sweet potatoes! A range of sizes. All are fully cured (sweet). Some are a purple with white (light green when cooked) center and others are the classic orange skin. To store move these into a brown paper bag and store in a dry dark place around 50 degrees.
News from the Farm
Welcome to Week 19. The End of the season is upon us. Next Week 10/15 is the final delivery. Reminders- Please bring bags to your last CSA drop if possible so you can leave your box and take your veggies. We will still accept boxes after the season is complete but out of respect for our great sight hosts we would like have boxes back as soon as possible. We are also very short of brown full share boxes so if you have several at home please bring them back or to the farmers market this week J
We have a super-duper Friday planned as the fall leaves peak and the weather is still warm. Kim Casey will be offering a cooking class using seasonal root and fall veggies at 5:45pm, we have a cool scarecrow made by our kids perfect for fall photos and we will have great fall themed pizza to boot. Join us for any or all parts of the fun.
We are working on cleaning out the fields – harvesting, picking up irrigation and plastic mulch, and planting our last cover crops. We have about 4 more weeks of serious farm work as we expect to harvest tons (literally) of rutabaga, turnips, winter radishes, carrots and beets. We start on long term storage root crop harvest next week as we wrap up the CSA.
Have a delicious week- Kat, Tony, Riley, Ted and Maple
Note: We have a great storage resource http://stoneyacresfarm.net/member-resources/. If you find that you have extras of anything most veggies (other than greens) that we are delivering will store for weeks or months if stored properly.
Pumpkin or Squash Pie Filling – Use pumpkin and squash interchangeably because pumpkins are just a type of squash.
Either make or buy a pie crust to use with this filling – makes 2 pies. 1 cup milk, 3-4 cups roasted pumpkin or squash, 1.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice, ¾ cup maple syrup, 3 eggs, 1 pinch of salt. Puree in a food processor, bake in crust until set in center about 45 minutes at 375 degrees.
Squash/Pumpkin Soup – Use pumpkin and squash interchangeably because pumpkins are just a type of squash.
This is a basic recipe but can be adapted by changing the spices used, using coconut milk in place of dairy, adding curry and making more or less sweet. 3 to 3 1/2 pounds squash, approximately seeded and quartered, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus 1 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper, plus 1/2 teaspoon, 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth, 1/4 cup honey, 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg. Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Roast Squash for 30 to 35 minutes or until the flesh is soft and tender cut side down. Scoop the flesh from the skin into a pot. Add the broth, honey and ginger. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Using a stick blender puree the mixture until smooth if putting into blender or food processor allow it to cool. Stir in the cream and return to a low simmer. Season with the salt, pepper, nutmeg. Adapted from Alton Brown.
Sweet Potato and Leek Hash
3 tablespoons olive or coconut oil, divided, 2 medium sweet potatoes diced, 1 sweet pepper diced, Sea salt, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 medium or 4 small leeks, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 4 eggs (optional), Black pepper to taste. Instructions Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sweet potatoes along with a generous pinch of salt, cumin, and paprika. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and cook for about 5 minutes, tossing and flipping occasionally to ensure that all sides of the potatoes are browning and getting crisp. Add the leeks, peppers and garlic and cook for an additional 5 minutes, covered, tossing and flipping occasionally. The hash is done when the potatoes are cooked and crisp and leeks are soft. Top with sunny-side or over-easy eggs if desired or serve as a side dish for lunch or dinner.


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Breathwork and Energetic Sound Tuning
EVENT RESCHEDULED TO NEXT WEEK THE 15th DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICT WITH THE SPACE. APOLOGIES FOR THE INCONVENIENCE AND SEE YOU NEXT WEEK. :)
This is an in-person event in Ventura, CA at the Bell Arts Factory Community Room
I am sure many of you have been in someone's presence and felt their energy. Science has proven that humans emit an invisible "biofield" which extends outward from the body. Just as energy of all kinds can pass through and get stuck in the body, so does this energy extend to our biofield.
Join me in the Community Room at Bell Arts Factory on November 7th for breathwork and biofield tuning. I'll facilitate a breathwork session, a active breathing meditation which can generate deep emotional release, and an optional biofield tuning using vibrational forks to encourage additional movement in and around the body.
New to breathwork? It is a form of guided meditation using an active breathing method which is a direct way to clear and reset your energy as well as release what is not serving you. Read more here.
$5-$20 sliding scale donation.
Contact me with any questions at all.


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A research report on the energy efficiency of New Zealand homes has revealed that current minimum requirements for insulation under New Zealand's building code are not the most cost-effective.
The research shows millions of dollars are set to be saved through higher standards of insulation.
Across all New Zealand cities, insulation levels higher than the current minimum required could save residents $70 million over 30 years; the benefits far outweighing the upfront cost.
On average, ceilings required a 50 percent increase in insulation and walls up to 35 percent. Inadequate insulation for both heating and cooling will cost individual households anywhere up to $5,500 over time.
The research was carried out by Pitt & Sherry for Knauf Insulation and is endorsed by the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries, Australia and New Zealand (AWCI), and the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP).
It analysed the current 'deemed to satisfy' levels against 'cost-optimal' levels in different climates and house-types.
Knauf Insulation managing director Stuart Dunbar says that when it comes to insulation, the majority of new buildings will only adhere to the minimum code requirements.
"This research highlights that in most cities and house-types this is not the most cost-effective. Across the board, New Zealand homes would benefit from insulation levels above the current standard.
"In addition, the study found that retrofitting is also very cost-effective and pays for itself through savings on energy bills in less than eight years in almost every case. This is solid evidence of just how cost-effective insulation is for New Zealand homes.
"The benefits of insulation should last the life of the building with minimal maintenance, unlike heaters and air conditioners which need to be serviced and eventually replaced."
AWCI executive director Ian Swann believes the analysis highlights an important issue, given heating and cooling makes up an average of one third of home energy bills.
"This is significant because recent data has highlighted that nearly 60 percent of New Zealand homes still have inadequate insulation. Yet 35 percent of the energy used in the average New Zealand household is used for heating.
"Cost is compelling, but it's also important to consider the health and sustainability benefits of better-insulated housing. Uncomfortably low indoor temperatures in winter have an adverse impact on health and heating is expensive."
Topping up ceiling insulation in existing homes was shown to be the number one priority. An uninsulated home loses and gains more heat through the ceiling and roof than any other part of the house.
About 25 percent of heat from the average uninsulated house is lost through the walls and up to 35 percent of heat is typically lost through the ceiling.


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Reuters has a story quoting PM Ralia Odinga saying, "There is no stalemate in the cabinet on the issue of post-election violence. There were no disagreements. It is a matter of extensive and intensive consultations, and I am sure the cabinet will reach an agreement." While they briefly mention that some have accused the cabinet of disharmony due to its slow pace, it does not recognize the fact that Ralia is a talker. After being here for a few months, and reading the paper daily, I have concluded that Ralia likes to have his words in the news. Regardless of what he is saying, he likes to be quoted. After every meeting or event, he has something to say. The Kenyan press seems to feed into it by printing the quotes.
Either way, he always says one of two things. First being that Kenya is in terrible shape and the coalition is falling apart. Second, Kenya is fine and the coalition is together on whatever the issue may be. Since he flip-flops more often than John McCain and John Kerry combined, it is impossible to take anything he says seriously. The cabinet has had two full sessions to come up with a plan to present to parliament and have yielded nothing. A poorly crafted bill was presented and rejected in March. This time the body is being more deliberate, but seemingly finding little to agree on. With issues such as presidential immunity and a foreign majority making up the tribunal's justices on the table, it is safe to say that the ODM and PNU have strongly differing opinions on the most significant issues.


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Magherafelt Area Plan 2015
Settlements: Maghera Transportation
Maghera is located on the A29, a link corridor within the Strategic Road Transport Network. The A29 provides a north-south link between the towns of Coleraine and Newry as well as other towns along the route. The town is situated immediately to the north of the A6, the strategic route between Belfast and Londonderry.


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Money Macro and Finance Research Group 35th ANNUAL CONFERENCE
September 10-12 2003 • University of Cambridge
Conference to be held at the Department of Applied Economics, hosted by St Catharines and Clare Colleges. The Annual conference will have as keynote speakers Buz Brock (Wisconsin), V V Chari (Minnesota) and Bob King (Boston). There will be special sessions organised by GdR and SUERF and a Sponsored Session funded by the Journal of Applied Econometrics (see below). We welcome high quality submissions in any area of Money, Macro and Finance from academics, policymakers or business economists.