Pour one out for an all-around great guy and good friend.

I just learned that a friend of mine was killed in an avalanche in California on Friday.  I wanted to write this post in remembrance of him and in sympathy for his family.

http://www.sbsun.com/news/ci_8096397 

Mike was not only an awesome mountain biker and skier, he was hilarious, charismatic, and energetic.  He was never afraid to have fun and just be himself.  He genuinely cared about his friends, and always waited up for me on group mtb rides with the guys when I was getting dropped.  Thanks, Mike.  Next time I’m mountain biking in Flag, I’ll ride Little Bear for you.

Ride on and happy trails.