Northrock XC00

Can You Bikepack on a Fatbike? Absolutely

When most people think of fatbikes, they picture snow-covered trails or sand dunes—niche terrain where those oversized tires shine. But what if I told you fatbikes are also solid rigs for bikepacking? Not just capable—but comfortable, reliable, and honestly underrated. I started bikepacking in March 2020 on a $500 Northrock fatbike from Costco. Nothing fancy. …

Buy Me A Coffee

🚲 Why I’m Asking for Your Support (And What Comes Next)

For a long time, I tried to do this the hard way—quietly, independently, and without asking for anything. But after years of building Time to Xplore, it’s clear this project has become more than just a personal outlet. It’s become a place where people connect over trails, tough seasons, and a shared need to live …

A quiet moment at sunset — where the next chapter begins.

Scaling Back to Move Forward: Why I’m Refocusing on Time to Xplore

On July 1st, I made a decision: cut back on social media and go 110% into the website and YouTube channel. Instagram? It’s turned into a parade of influencers, ads, and outrage. Facebook? Same, only older. TikTok? I made an account, tried it briefly, and left it cold. The more time I spent on these …

June 28 1990

PTSD Doesn’t Work on a Calendar—But Neither Does Healing

There’s a weight to the end of June that I can’t shake. It creeps in slowly—mood shifts, irritability, emotional fog. I don’t always recognize it right away, but it always leads me back to one day: June 28, 1990. That was the day everything changed. I remember every moment of it, even now, 35 years …

Short Rides, Sore Feet, and Small Wins

“PTSD doesn’t work on a calendar. But neither does healing. We show up anyway.” It’s been a tough stretch lately. I haven’t been able to get out as much as I’d like—Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis have turned every step into a reminder that the body’s not always on board with the mind’s ambitions. But …

Fridge Cabinet

Downsizing the Fridge, Upping the Functionality: Lightweight Cabinet Build for the Alpicool 20L

Keeping with the “build light” mindset, I recently downsized my fridge setup from a bulky 50L unit to the compact and efficient Alpicool 20L (C20). It’s a move that shaved off size and weight without compromising performance—and the new cabinet I built to house it keeps everything streamlined and road-ready. The Setup The cabinet is …