2005 ScheduleThis year’s schedule has been about improvisation. All I knew in January is I’d be back to Leadville seeking my 8th buckle. I also figured on some MMBA mountain bike races and XTERRAs.

Out of the blue comes a low-key race across Iowa — how could I say no? The next surprise announcement was a 100-mile mountain bike race in the Manistee National Forest. That was a must-do event.

I’m just very fortunate that I have the opportunity to jump on these opportunities when they pop up. Next year I may plan my schedule early on and stick with it — naw!