Santa Fe 2008

Posted by Pieter under Photography, Trips

I was at a National Geographic photographic workshop this week in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Met  a lot of nice and interesting people.  The course was presented by Robb Kendrick, a reknowned NG photographer.  I learned a lot – below are some of the pictures I took during the week.  Click the “Full Screen” button [click to read more]

Sea Otter Classic

Posted by Pieter under Mountain Biking

I did the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey today.  It was a short 30km single track trail.  Was a bit early in the season for me to do well, but I managed 7th place.  You can find my GPS data here.

White Rim Tour

Posted by Pieter under Mountain Biking, Trips

Geological time travel on only two wheels Rock climbers gravitate to Yosemite. Surfers collect in Jeffery’s Bay; Mountaineers look at Everest with reverential awe. Every sport has its Mecca. Mountain bikers consider Moab in Utah, to be the seat and joy of their creed. Above the Colorado River, and below the plateau known as Island [click to read more]