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The Real Story Behind My Bike's Name

2/22/2022

 
Author: Adam Bratton
Read Time: 5 mins
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Clearly, I’m not the only to name their bike. For some, this act is a considerable sign of affection. For others it’s a fun and casual way to give their pedal machine a bit of personality. For me and my bike, I approached the naming process from a number of different angles … one of which was to share a lesser known, but wildly bad ass cycling story. 

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The Active Sub-Culture

1/28/2022

 
Author: Adam Bratton
​Read Time: 4mins

*This piece was originally written for the Charlotte Outdoor Alliance blog as Human Powered Movement is based in Charlotte, NC
Human Powered Movement Journal - The Active Sub-Culture - Charlotte Skyline
I’ve been working tirelessly behind the scenes for the last 6 months. I’ve been balancing the responsibilities of working full-time with the full time-esque requirements of planning and coordinating multiple events. I’ve often wondered if all this effort is worth it. Then the reaction to last week’s announcement finally hit and I’m still bursting with excitement.

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I've Run For 2 Straight Years

12/29/2021

 
Guest Contributor: Brian Mister
Read Time: 4 mins
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Streaking. That word has a very different meaning to me these days compared to my college days rummaging around the UNC Charlotte campus. My present day interpretation of streaking is to run at least one mile every single day. This time, fortunately, with clothes on. I’ve been streaking two full years without a single day off. I’ve learned a lot about running, grit, will, and pure love for a hobby turned necessity. 

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Running 100 Miles for Perspective

12/6/2021

 
Guest Contributor: Lisa Landrum
Read Time: 5 mins


For me, there’s nothing that makes me feel freer than trail running. It’s an opportunity to, literally, get grounded and focus on one thing … my run. As chaotic as the world may become, each run is my opportunity to control things. Trail or road, fast or slow, hours or minutes. I make the choices. I control the decisions. I like that.
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View of the New River Gorge (2021)

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