Guest Blog

SoNic ITT with Shane Hitz

SoNic ITT with Shane Hitz

Guest blogger, Shane Hitz, established a Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the SoNic under 24 hours, a 225 mile route Shane designed throughout the Northwoods. Although Shane is a frequent bikepacker, this was his first attempt to ride through the night.

New Mexico's Monumental Loop with Shane Hitz

New Mexico's Monumental Loop with Shane Hitz

As our Wisconsin weather turns cold, take a mental vacation to the hot desert of the Southwest with Red Granite Grinder Race Director Shane Hitz. Read all about Shane’s recent trip to the New Mexico Bikepacking Summit and incredible ride on the Monumental Loop, complete with incredible pictures and great taco stops.

RIB MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, A TRAIL RUNNER’S PERSPECTIVE

RIB MOUNTAIN STATE PARK, A TRAIL RUNNER’S PERSPECTIVE

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, shares a photo essay from a trail runner’s perspective during a long solo run at Rib Mountain State Park.

2022 Tour de Nicolet with Shane Hitz

2022 Tour de Nicolet with Shane Hitz

Guest blogger, Shane Hitz, shares his adventures with other bikepackers in the 2022 Tour de Nicolet. The group encountered bear, swimming holes, and plenty of secluded camping opportunities as they passed places such as Augustyn Springs, Crotch Vegas, Kent fire tower, Butler Rock, Chipmunk Rapids, and the MacArthur Pine log.

Global Fatbike Day with Shane Hitz

Global Fatbike Day with Shane Hitz

Guest blogger, Shane Hitz, shares his Global Fatbike Day solo pre-sunrise to post-sunset day in the saddle. Along the way he was even the first to set tracks this winter exploring several winter waterfalls on a perfect December day.

Race report: IRONBULL Ultra Trail – COVID Edition

Race report:  IRONBULL Ultra Trail – COVID Edition

Guest blogger, Rob Hoehn, shares his experience returning to the IRONBULL Ultra Trail 50k in 2020 which looked a lot different than last year.