The Outdoor Life

To Strava or not to Strava?

by Chris Sgaraglino | August 1, 2016 | Backpacking, Cycling, Hiking, How To, Kayaking, Opinion, Paddle Boarding

With all the negative connotations that Strava can bring, some folks have been looking at other solutions. In the Strava threads, cyclists state that they would entertain a different solution.

Protecting Our Right to Bike

by Chris Sgaraglino | June 25, 2016 | Cycling, Opinion

We all know that I am an advocate for protecting our right to bike in Colorado Springs for both on road and off. With a deep appreciation and passion, can be fairly outspoken at times.

Video: Homeless Camps

by Chris Sgaraglino | June 12, 2016 | Opinion

After watching the KRDO13 clip, I was curious to know why the city’s hands were tied – it didn’t make sense to me. I contacted Aimee Cox (Community Development Manager for Colorado Springs) and spent an hour on the phone with her.

Training Partner

by Chris Sgaraglino | May 28, 2016 | Cycling, Featured

Knowing that in 6 weeks I will be pulling a loaded trailer up in the Colorado Mountains for my overnight trip, I thought that it would probably be a good time to start getting used to having a trailer io the back of my bike.

Stoned in Colorado

by Chris Sgaraglino | May 9, 2016 | Opinion

Recently I went to a local bike shop here on the south side of town and as soon as I walked in the doors the odor was so overwhelming it upset my stomach.