LIVING THE DREAM
LIVING THE DREAM
The Outdoor Life signifies a culture of men and women whose souls are restless and ache for a glimpse of sunshine & fresh air, waiting and planning for that next adventure. I am an avid cyclist, kayaker, surfer, hiker, backpacker, camper, swimmer, equestrian, hunter, fisherman, and photographer. However, it's not about the activity but the adventures I experience during these activities. For me, The Outdoor Life is not something I do; it's something I live!
This website started as "My Life on Two Wheels," and as I progressed into different activities, I believe it is only fitting to give them the respect they deserve. With over 30 years of professional and recreational experience, I love being able to pass along information about great companies that fit into an outdoor lifestyle. I have hands-on experience with every product, service, and location I post here. Some companies send me products to test; others are products I buy that I feel can benefit my outdoor needs. However, it's not all about product or service reviews! You'll find information on different places to go, rides I have ridden, rivers I have floated, and my experiences at each. I'll show you how to get things done and on the cheap. You'll watch as I succeed and fail, laugh, and cry–but remember, it's about the adventure and the smile you come away with!
Thank you, Amanda, for putting up with my obsessed need to be free in the outdoors! You are the love of my life and will always be my 1st obsession!
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Review: Sobike NENK Winter Cycling Pants With temps in the mid 20’s I had the opportunity to try out a pair of Sobike NENK Winter Cycling Pants. It is often I get goodies in the mail and I look at them and say, hmmm… I don’t think so? But not this time!
Indoor Bike Trainers
If you are serious about your cycling and don’t want the bad weather to break your routine, a great alternative is to buy an indoor bike trainer to be able to use your bike indoors.
Egg McMuffin
This popular breakfast sandwich is an iconic meal, made of sunny-side-up egg, slice of cheese, and grilled ham between two buttered homemade muffins.
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Review: When I first heard about the GTM, my initial thoughts were, this was a device that would allow me to get text messages out to the world when I didn’t have any cell service.
BruTrek OVRLNDR & Double Shot
Would you believe that there are people who will not go camping because they think there will not be any good coffee?
BougeRV Portable Air Conditioner
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Winter Cycling Pants
Review: Sobike NENK Winter Cycling Pants With temps in the mid 20’s I had the opportunity to try out a pair of Sobike NENK Winter Cycling Pants. It is often I get goodies in the mail and I look at them and say, hmmm… I don’t think so? But not this time!
Indoor Bike Trainers
If you are serious about your cycling and don’t want the bad weather to break your routine, a great alternative is to buy an indoor bike trainer to be able to use your bike indoors.
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Trying something New, Oaky, Buttery, and Bold.
@harken_wine Chardonnay is 100% barrel fermented to create a rich Chardonnay with a classic profile of tropical fruit and Bosc pear alongside warm oak aromatics.
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Are you tired of summer days where you have to bear the sweltering heat of the summer sun?
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Blending in!
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Kayaking the swamps by Caddo Lake, East Texas
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Today we will show you a truly primal cooking technique - roasting the Whole Chicken Under a Bucket! This recipe was used long before modern cooking utensils were available, so it is really simple and yet incredibly delicious. Our juicy, tender chicken is just irresistible!
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Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom Little Rock, Arkansas
CHICKEN CAESAR
romaine, parmesan, chili flake, crouton, dressed
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Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom Little Rock, Arkansas
SPICY PEP PEP PIZZA
pomodoro, pepperoni, peppadew, jalapeno, onion, mozz, parmesan, pesto
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After ride snack, compliments of the Big Dam Bridge 100 race in LittleRock, Arkansas.
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Sunrise on the Arkansas River Cycling Trail in Little Rock, Arkansas
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I snuck over the border to Little Rock, Arkansas, to spend the weekend. I didn't feel like grilling or cleaning up and found a place called Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom. This place is definitely on my list to visit again the next time I'm back. The food was fantastic, as well as the service!
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Big Dam Bridge 100 in #LittleRock #Arkansas
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#roadtrippin with a gallon of water, a pound of #sunflowerseeds, a half pound of #beefjerky and some camera gear!
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Tijuana Chicken Caesar Dinner at @camp.taco in #littlerock
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View from the @marriottlittlerock
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A little #coffee and #blackberry #liqueur for a #nightcap in #littlerockarkansas
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