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It's just kicking with friends. Drop it? pick it back up again!

#footbag #footbagcircles #footbagfreestyle

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The apple certainly doesn’t fall far from the tree. As I kid I grew up watching my dad compete in Ironman races. He has always been one of my biggest inspirations and I vowed that I would eventually compete in one to honor him.

The stars aligned perfectly when my best friend @emmaheichelheim began competing in triathlons and asked if I would compete in an Ironman with her. Nervous for what it meant to commit, I knew this was the right opportunity to achieve a lifetime goal with a lifetime friend by my side.

Checking off this bucket list means a lot to me. Not only because it’s been in the back of my mind since I was a child; but also because of all of the support from my family and friends.

I am truly humbled and grateful for my parents and sister for their belief in me and everything they provided, my wonderful girlfriend @sarah_marie913 for being there every step of the way, and my absolutely incredible friends that trained with me throughout this journey.

Crossing the finish line was the only thing that mattered but I’m thrilled that I was able to go sub 12 hours by emptying the tanks during the marathon. Gotta love to run!

The volunteers and venue were incredible, I can honestly say I was blown away with what an amazing experience that was and a memory I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.

Now someone get me a beer and my mountain bike!

I’d also like to thank my sponsors @wafflehouseofficial and Mom’s Balls

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Spent labor day kicking in the mountains!

#footbag #footbagfreestyle #worldfootbag #keepkickin

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Even if it’s not your new bike … copper is so hott right now #newbikeday #rideitlikeitshott #gravelbike

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Thank you, Norway. My legs are still heavy and my heart is so full. A trip more than a decade in the making, built on a lifelong college friendship and a shared love of skiing.

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Highlight of the winter with an all-time crew at High Camp Hut!

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Winter 2025/26 : short collection of tid-bit golden snips outside the office 🤠

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What a wild ride it has been 🚴‍♀️ the past 6+ years at @routtcountyriders have taught me so much about community development, public lands advocacy and transportation justice ✊ the board took a chance hiring me back in 2019 as a newb MTBer with zero executive director experience.....but over time, I have been given the space to grow right alongside the organization and its programs.

I am so proud of all that we have become together 🥹 and looking forward to what @petersoncaw will do in the hot seat 🔥 my next chapter will come soon enough - after plenty of time to decompress on the slopes this winter ❄️

TODAY: in celebration of @yampavalleygives Day, I am donating to RCR (link is in my bio!) along with several other of my favorite local nonprofits: @bgcnorthwestcolorado ~ @booktrails ~ @integratedcommunity + @friendsoftheyampa

RIDE ON fam! #RidewithRCR

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Another killer Nicaragua trip in the books 🤘 Rose fam + 14 unbelievable friends. Thankful for such an awesome crew and place to hang out. Always good to get some sun before a long MT winter!!

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When we can’t be together… I force it anyway. Thankful for the Wildflower fam

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KKWildchilds take Moab. It was a HOOT

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🌿 NEWS FLASH: Registration for the 2026 @emeraldmtnepic is now LIVE! 🌿 Lock in your entry (and your best buds) at the BEST price by registering early. Race registration is linked in our bio!

The Emerald Mountain Epic is RCR's annual fundraiser alongside our friends at @partnersyouth ❤️

#RidewithRCR

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