About

I am an Ultra Cyclist and father to two wonderful boys, Nicholas and Alexander. I have been named a legendary Ultra Cyclist– a title I consistently work hard to live up to because of what it means in the small ultra cycling community.

I have completed 2- Person Race Across America (RAAM) in 2007. I have finished the Furnace Creek 508 SOLO six consecutive years in 2006, 2007 (Fixed Gear) 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011. I was inducted in the Furnace Creek 508 Hall of Fame class of 2011 in October. I am a Trans Iowa finisher (only 57 finishers out of 250 participants in the last five years).  Trans-Iowa is 320 mile totally unsupported gravel race held under adventure racing format.  I have also attained Super Randonneur (200km, 300km, 400km and 600km unsupported events) multiple years. I am a cycling coach with clients ranging from endurance cyclists, to triathletes, to beginners just entering the sport of cycling.

And now that you read all of that — I am also just an everyday Joe, just like you. I work 60 hours a week, have a family, have a coaching business and try to do ultra events on limited training time. I’ve never been a professional cyclist. I do what I do out of passion for the sport. I suffer just like you do. I get it done out of pure stubbornness, pride and perseverance.

Thank you for taking the time to read my blog. I hope you find it informative, entertaining, and inspiring. If you would like a certain topic covered please drop me a line.

Email: vireo508@gmail.com Website: www.epictrain.com

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