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Tonik Cycling: From the Runway to the Roadway

July 15, 2020 by braveskimom

I can count on one hand the times I’ve truly gone fan-girl over a brand. This is one of them. In fact, after getting three items from Tonik Cycling to review — and being 100% impressed — I eagerly ordered five more items, at my expense. Now, I can easily go for a week, sporting […]

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Independence Day (Hiking, Biking, Fear and Freedom)

July 9, 2020 by braveskimom

Recognizing that I will never mountain bike as well as my family has taught me some lessons about family skiing, as well. It was July 4th and my dog Jasper and I were alone on a beautiful alpine trail deep in the mountains of western Colorado. Blessedly alone, save for the songs of mountain birds, […]

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Not The Mama: Catalyst Pedals — Not For Clowns

October 3, 2019 by braveskimom

If cycling and mountain biking are part of your “get in shape for ski season” routine, you’ll interested in these new bike pedals from Fruita, Colorado-based Catalyst Pedals. By Martin Griff Last winter I took my Trek Stache 9 mid-fattie (29 inch wheels with 3 inch wide tires) bicycle along on a two month skiing […]

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Practical Downhill Biking Tips for Everyone

July 17, 2019 by braveskimom

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One of my favorite summer posts just went live at Liftopia.com. It’s a favorite because it helps make downhill biking easier for everyone, beginner through expert with practical downhill biking tips from one of my favorite athletes, Birgit Morris, a national champion downhill racer at Marion University. Before Morris was a badass biker, she was […]

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Get In Shape for Ski and Snowboard Season

October 16, 2017 by braveskimom

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  It’s that time of year again. It’s time to get in shape for ski season. Today, a few suggestions from the Snow Pros at PSIA-AASI, the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors, along with links to past “get in shape” workouts from braveskimom.com.  I promise you you’ll find something […]

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I'm Kristen, a western Colorado mom, wife and trail boss in a busy outdoor family. Our family has a passion for skiing and my goal is to provide information to help other families enjoy their skiing adventures. Whether you have tiny toddlers just learning to slide or grown children with whom you're planning a reunion, you're in the right place. Cheers!

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