The Bike Crank

A cyclist rides on a virtual road in Zwift, with hills and trees in the background. The screen displays race statistics, including power output (209W), speed (23 mph), and a leaderboard with participant times and rankings. A red arch signifies a checkpoint. The interface shows nearby competitors and route details.

Spring, Zwift

Zwift – Surrey Hills in London

March 5, 2026 TheBikeCrank

Another Zwift ride. Looking forward to finding myself outside again. The ride – Zwift The bike – Trek Madone (Trainer)

A cyclist in a virtual environment on Zwift, riding on a colorful pathway with buildings in the background. The interface displays various statistics, including power output, speed, and distance traveled. The sky is orange, suggesting a sunset or sunrise.

Spring, Zwift

Zwift – Climb Portal: Puy de Dome at 100% Elevation in France

March 4, 2026 TheBikeCrank

Another Zwift ride. Looking forward to finding myself outside again. The ride – Zwift The bike – Trek Madone (Trainer)

A screenshot from Zwift shows several cyclists riding on a road surrounded by colorful flowers and rocky mountains. The display includes cycling statistics such as wattage, speed, and distance, along with a list of nearby riders. The setting features a clear sky with a visible moon.

Spring, Zwift

Zwift – Out And Back Again in Watopia

March 3, 2026 TheBikeCrank

Another Zwift ride. Looking forward to finding myself outside again. The ride – Zwift The bike – Trek Madone (Trainer)

A group of cyclists is riding on a path through a scenic digital landscape in Zwift. The background features rolling hills and a waterfall. The cyclists are seen from behind, with varying outfits and gear. A digital interface displays performance metrics, such as speed, distance, and heart rate, along with a map of the course.

Spring, Zwift

Zwift – Three Step Sisters in Watopia

March 2, 2026 TheBikeCrank

Another Zwift ride. Looking forward to finding myself outside again. The ride – Zwift The bike – Trek Madone (Trainer)

A person rides a bicycle on a gravel path next to a flowing river, surrounded by lush green trees and hills under a clear blue sky in Logan, Utah.

Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Spring

Family ride

May 31, 2025June 10, 2025 TheBikeCrank

Saturday ride with the wife and kids. The ride – Logan, UT, United States The bike – Ripmo

A dirt hiking trail winds through lush greenery in a forested area of Utah. Tall trees with bright green leaves line the path, leading toward a backdrop of hills and a clear blue sky.

Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Spring

I bought my first mountain bike (as an adult) back in 2008. It was a Santa Cruz Blur XC. This loop was my first ride. The trail is way more rutted and chunky now. My perspective on what makes a good trail has changed and this was not my favorite but for the sake of nostalgia it was totally worth the time. The ride –

Continue readingIt’s been a really long time

Pathway through a lush green forest at Providence Canyon, Utah, with leaning trees and rocks lining the trail. Sunlight filters through the leaves.

Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Spring

Getting my butt kicked by Jake

May 29, 2025June 10, 2025 TheBikeCrank

Ran into Jake. He used to live in my neighborhood. I remember him as a young kid but that memory is wrong. He is a kick your butt rider that climbs like a mountain goat. Always fun to see cool people on the trail! The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A flowing river surrounded by lush green trees and shrubs in Providence, Utah. The water is clear and turbulent, with fallen branches partially visible in the foreground.

Bianchi Cavaria, Cyclocross, Spring

Wildflowers

May 28, 2025June 10, 2025 TheBikeCrank

The hills are filled with wildflowers right now. I love the tiny bits of color that dot the mountains this time of year. The ride – Providence, Utah, United States The bike – Bianchi Cavaria

A scenic view of a quiet road in Nibley, Utah, with green grass and shrubs lining the side. A red car is parked on the right, and there are a few trees in the background under a clear blue sky.

Road Biking, Spring, Time VRS Fluidity

Morning in Paradise

May 27, 2025June 10, 2025 TheBikeCrank

Another ride where I told myself I’d go to Paradise but then the zen of the hum of the tires against the asphalt calm my soul and I keep going and end up at Porcupine. The ride – Paradise, Utah. The bike – TIME VRS Fluidity

A man and a young girl wearing helmets and sunglasses pose for a selfie at a trail sign in Green Canyon, Utah. The sign indicates the area is part of the Wasatch-Cache National Forest, surrounded by lush greenery.

Green Canyon, Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Spring

Green with Bren

May 26, 2025June 10, 2025 TheBikeCrank

Bren was up for a ride today so we ventured up Green Canyon together. He made it all the way to the top with a pretty reasonable pace. The ride – Green Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

Tag: spring

Zwift – Surrey Hills in London

Zwift – Climb Portal: Puy de Dome at 100% Elevation in France

Zwift – Out And Back Again in Watopia

Zwift – Three Step Sisters in Watopia

Family ride

It’s been a really long time

Getting my butt kicked by Jake

Wildflowers

Morning in Paradise

Green with Bren

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