The Outdoor Life

Spaghetti O’s MTB Commercial

by Chris Sgaraglino | March 16, 2022 | Cycling

As some of you know I like to dabble in the video world – here is a TV Commercial I shot for Spaghetti O’s a while back that I totally forgot about. I used Mountain Bikers for the actors!

Cooking at the Barn: Episode 2

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 13, 2022 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, Cooking, Cycling, Kayaking, Recipes, Reviews

I’ll show you how to elevate pre-prepped meals, and bring/store fresh meats and veggies. Some people choose to take a portable BBQ with them and BBQ all their meals, but sometimes that’s just not possible.

Video: Adjusting the Rear Derailleur

by Chris Sgaraglino | February 9, 2022 | Cycling, How To

There are many times when your drivetrain will start making weird noises or just not shift as smooth as you would like, but adjusting the rear derailleur has always been a bit intimidating.

Cycling Flatlands vs the Mountains

by Chris Sgaraglino | December 28, 2021 | Adv: Florida, Cycling

I ride, Road, Cyclocross and MTB. I lived at 6,500 feet above sea level and my “home riding trails” typically started between 8-10,000ft with anywhere from 2-4,000ft of climbing (a lot for me).

Mountain Biking Colorado’s Fall Season

by Chris Sgaraglino | November 23, 2021 | Cycling

Winter mountain biking in Colorado is just something that every MTBer has to have on their bucket list… however, one must not forget the Fall season either!