Jun 23, 2022• by TravelLightLaura
One of our favorite combinations when traveling is mountain biking, followed by sipping a refreshing craft beer, the world's best recovery drink. Flagstaff, Arizona does this combo better than most...
Oct 28, 2020• by TravelLightLaura
Michigan - The Great Beer and Bike State
Trail usage is on the rise for runners, hikers, and bikers of all levels… especially the mountain bike niche. Dirt shredders and their two-wheeled creatures have come out of their homes from the...
Jun 7, 2019• by TravelLightLaura
In the Mitten, Bike and Beerventures
The Holmes & Watson Beerventure quest continues. Admittedly after hitting the 100 mark, the next phase seemed daunting. Michigan craft breweries pop up like springtime morels and it seems improbable...
Jun 23, 2025• by TravelLightLaura
Mountain bikers, have you heard of Ishpeming, Negaunee, Big Bay, or Harbor Springs? Even my fellow Michiganders might be scratching their helmet right now. These new Michigan trail towns are all at...
Apr 25, 2025• by TravelLightLaura
Women of OZ and the Best of Bella Vista (Arkansas)
More women on bikes has always been my motto. I'm a dame in a MTB world full of dudes. Selfishly, I want more bike besties, and I'd love for more of them to be women. The sport leans heavily toward...
Mar 20, 2025• by TravelLightLaura
Rides & Rambles (Vegas/Southern Utah)
I didn't really consider Vegas an outdoor adventure hub until recently. We flew into Sin City in mid-February and promptly skipped the Strip and the gambling scene in favor of picking up our rental...