Ride to Mackinac Island
In 1812 a small force came ashore at a spot now known as British Landing. And this morning….. so did we. Five years ago I set a goal. But no matter how much I planned and prepared, I am ultimately at the mercy of the weather. For five years it’s been nothing more than a […]
14th Annual Groundhog Marathon
A completely snow covered course. 12°F at the start. I wouldn’t have it any other way. For the last fourteen years this race has been a winter tradition. While you can never be sure what you’re going to get when it comes to the weather, the one thing you can count on is that it […]
2025 Halloween #BlockParty
At noon today, the 4th Annual 24hr Halloween #BlockParty officially came to a close. This was far from my best twenty four hour run, but for me, that’s not what this one is about. Each year, on the last weekend before Halloween, Heather and I invite a small group of runners to come out and […]
2025 #TridgeToBridge240 – FINISHED!
A course of 240 miles allows for quite a variation in strategy. Where to stop and rest, where to push on; there’s no right or wrong way. There are advantages and disadvantages to every plan, and consequences for every choice you make out there. Over the last five years, my good friend Sean and I […]
2025 #TridgeToBridge240 – Day 3
The run I spoke of yesterday has finally come to an end in Alpena, landing me at the doorstep of a place I truly love to stay. Years as a repeat customer have led to a friendship with the owners; they are sweet and kind, and take exceptionally good care of me. I wouldn’t dream […]
2025 #TridgeToBridge240 – Day 2
When I’m out on these adventures I try very hard to, once each day, make a meaningful post sharing something from the road. Some days that’s easier than others. There is always something to say, but finding the time to put it properly down ‘on paper’ can often be a task in itself. The way […]
2025 #TridgeToBridge240 – Day 1
These adventures are a reset for me. Sometimes all of the stresses we deal with every day can seem to pile up on us. Sometimes it can be….. a lot. Those I’m connected with on my personal page know we lost the furry member of our family this week, quite unexpectedly. Over time we will […]
The 2025 #TridgeToBridge240
Ladies and Gentlemen, the 2025 #TridgeToBridge240 has begun. We’ll see you at The Bridge….. Tracking.TridgeToBridge240.comTracking.MattsStupidIdeas.com
2025 Bayshore Marathon
Thank you to everyone who followed along with my little adventure this weekend! These journeys mean a lot to me, and it’s a privilege to be able to share them with you. ❤️ 2025 Bayshore MarathonOfficial Time: 3:51:01 #RunToBayshore