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A MTB🚴‍♀️instructional/touring company in the Crown of the Continent 💃🏻🚴‍♀️👍🇨🇦. See our #airbnb, our camps/tours/Fat Biking at website below❄️🚴‍♀️

We explored some trails In the Allison/Chinook are

We explored some trails In the Allison/Chinook area today and found we could ride but no groomed tracks, mostly due to the lack of snow and since the winds have been blowing some drifted snow. It was only 7 kilometres, but we worked for it. So today’s report for this area, mostly packed but frequent wind blown areas, you could get a longer ride in but you’ll be setting first tracks. Temps around zero, great for Fat Biking⛄️🚲. Happy Thursday! @ascentcycle @explorethepass @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @konacanada @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @cf_adventurerlife @trekdoggy #fatbikelife

I’m back! So happy to be back home in the beaut

I’m back! So happy to be back home in the beautiful @crowsnestpass 🥰and to be back on my #konawo as well! With temps being around zero, it’s prime fat biking weather. Trail conditions today are pretty icy but all rideable on the @passpowderkeg trail network. Studs are fully recommended. Looking forward to seeing you out on the trails this week🚲👍 #fatbike #fatbikelife #fatbikeclub #crowsnestpass @ascentcycle @explorethepass @cognation_cyclery @konacanada @crowsnestcoffee @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @hitechbracing

It’s been a week since I last rode my fat bike a

It’s been a week since I last rode my fat bike and a while since I have posted anything.  I really miss riding my bike but I have learned that taking a week off can be great for the soul.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t my choice to take the week off and spend it with my folks, as many of you know,  my father suffered a concussion and a brain bleed last Friday.   He is doing so well after his surgery.  I am very grateful and know how lucky we are to still have him in our lives.

Just the little things like sitting down and watching the news with him, or doing an online yoga session with mom to help calm her stress,  made me think that I need to do this more often.

We often get so caught up in our own lives that we forget what really matters.  It is not how many km’s I get in a week or how many workout sessions or how many people are viewing my social media that really matters.  It is family.

It is so important to spend quality time with the people you love.  Make sure you schedule this in.  Covid times are rough, but we have technology that enables us to still keep in touch.

Maybe this weekend, reach out to that family member you haven’t talked to in a while. It’ll make both your hearts smile!

Happy Friday Everyone! #family #familyfirst @ascentcycle @explorethepass @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @sweetriders @konacanada @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @blizeyewear.canada

Tis the season...🌲 We can help you find the per

Tis the season...🌲 We can help you find the perfect mountain bike session for that someone special. We have custom gift certificates for private/group sessions for all ages and all levels. We also have our @kazoomcycling custom made Sweet Riders Jerseys ($65 +GST) and or Winter Riding jackets ($145 +GST) in men’s, ladies and youth for sale. Order takes 4 weeks so our deadline is Nov 20th if you want them for x-mas. Otherwise you can purchase a gift certificate for a mountain bike session or jersey. All it takes is an e-mail and a simple e-transfer and your shopping is done✅ mail us at hello@sweetriders.com or see our website in the bio👇👇 (Scroll through for the winter jacket and the sizing charts...) We look forward to riding with you in 2021! @ascentcycle @sweetriders @konacanada @explorethepass @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @icp.bike #mountainbikecoaching #fatbike #fatbikeclub 📸 @karlleephoto

THIS👆👆is how I felt when I found out my dad

THIS👆👆is how I felt when I found out my dad was rushed to the hospital 🏥with a brain bleed this past Friday.  He had slipped on ice as he was stepping out of his Jeep and hit his head on his Jeep’s floorboard. He kept saying he was alright but he wasn’t. In fact, he had been internally bleeding for days and we are lucky that his surgery went well and he is on the up and up as I type. 🙏🙏

This post is about 👉AWARENESS👈, even when we think we are ok we may not be.  It is so important to get checked properly and thoroughly after hitting your head.  My dad was lucky, the next person may not be that lucky. 😵Don’t be that someone and go see the appropriate doctor.  Especially us mountain bikers after a hard crash.  Make sure you get that body checked out!

P.S. This crash photo was taken during PRACTICE the day before the final 2000 TISSOT DH World Cup race in Arai, Japan when I didn’t know how to preload properly.  Because I thought I was fine, I raced the next day and crashed hard again because I wasn’t fine.  I had just raced not knowing I had a broken sternum and torn intercostal muscles. DUMB! I could have really hurt myself, so I like my dad, I was lucky.

Moral of this post🤔👉always get checked out after any bad hits to the body.  It is just the smart thing to do! I am very grateful for the support we received at the hospital, the staff, surgeons and nurses were so wonderful.  I am also grateful for the support of my husband @bryancastellarin and other family members during this ordeal.  Love and appreciate all of you! #injuries #chumbawumba #dhracing #mtbcrash #tissotuci @ascentcycle @konacanada @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada

Sudden recent events have reminded me that life br

Sudden recent events have reminded me that life brings surprises when you least expect them. In those moments is when we need to remember how fortunate we are, and to never take anything or anyone for granted. Love those around you, be grateful for what you have and just keep smiling! Happy Saturday everyone 💕🙌 @konacanada @ascentcycle @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @sweetriders @explorethepass #fatbike #fatbikeclub #fatbiking

Sometimes, even the littlest challenges seem hard.

Sometimes, even the littlest challenges seem hard. That’s ok 👌 Just remember that by pushing yourself to try, is your greatest reward! Happy Hump day and let us not forget those who served us in our past! 🙏#remembranceday @ascentcycle @sweetriders @konacanada @konabikes @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @explorethepass @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada #fatbike #fatbikeclub

Today I opted out of an outside ride as it began t

Today I opted out of an outside ride as it began to snow❄️... so the trail report will have to wait until tomorrow . It took a lot of discipline as I had already started to eat some chocolate 🍫and wanted more 🤔. So I’m glad I got my spin instead. Conquer the URGE👊👊🚲🚲 @ascentcycle @sweetriders @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @sweetriders #spinning #spinqueen #indoorworkout #fatbikelife

Always look ahead, I constantly remind myself whil

Always look ahead, I constantly remind myself while I’m riding, this is also one of the top errors I find the coach in me correcting in a large percentage of my participants... it’s simple, before every ride, simply remind yourself that your eyes 👀are the scanners that input how your body and bike movements must follow! Happy Sunday ❄️🚲 @ascentcycle kona @blizeyewear.canada @explorethepass @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @icp.bike @konabikes @cf_adventurerlife #girlswhoshred #fatbike #fatbikeclub #mtbcoaching @konacanada @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @hitechbracing

Have I ever mentioned how much I love my #konaremo

Have I ever mentioned how much I love my #konaremote160? On a rainy day like today, I have some time to reflect on those reasons that I’ll share with you...
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👉Allows me to keep riding, pedalling may be different but I can still ride all of my favourite trails and rip more laps

👉Improves my quality of life, don’t have the crazy knee pain I suffered from in the past, which makes Karey a much happier person

👉Days when my legs are tired from squats I can spin them out comfortably

👉Days when my time is limited, hit boost mode and away I go

👉Days when my faster friends want to ride and I can keep up! Yep yep!

People often ask me how do you like your e-bike, I always answer, “It’s a different ride but I love it all the same!”

What would you like to know about riding an Ebike? Hit me up…🤘 .
@ascentcycle @konacanada @explorethepass @sweetriders @blizeyewear.canada @43cbdsolutions @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee #osteoarthritis #bakerscyst #kneepain 📸 @karlleephoto

Today’s Loam practice. I did this section about

Today’s Loam practice. I did this section about 8 times and these, in order, are my last three! Almost bit it on the last run as my rear tire hit the rock in the berm and slid out but I was determined and followed thru! As they say, “Practice makes perfect!”🙌👊🚲 Which do you think is the fastest🤔, the 1st, 2nd or 3rd time? @explorethepass @ascentcycle @konacanada @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @hitechbracing @icp.bike @blizeyewear.canada #insearchofloam

Loving the new blue/black color of my knee compres

Loving the new blue/black color of my knee compression sleeves from @bauerfeindmedicalcanada 🥰, Fooled ya 🙃you’d never know they are not really knee guards! Highly recommended for osteoarthritis and or baker’s cysts🤩 @ascentcycle @hitechbracing @43cbdsolutions @konacanada #konaremote160 @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @explorethepass @blizeyewear.canada

@karlleephoto said “It was tough to pick the cov

@karlleephoto said “It was tough to pick the cover image for this set! I ended up going with the epic view over the epic jump 🤔 this spot is just South of Frank’s Slide in the Crowsnest Pass and had insane views west into BC and East back towards the Alberta Foothills” Thanks for the great shoot Karl! @leona.pharis @rambam1934 @explorethepass @ascentcycle @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @hitechbracing @konacanada @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery
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Happy Halloween 🎃 Good times at the @thepassbee

Happy Halloween 🎃 Good times at the @thepassbeerco 👻 @explorethepass @sweetriders @cf_adventurerlife

Happy Hump Day! Melting conditions today, only ti

Happy Hump Day! Melting conditions today, only time to ride is at night or early morning this week🤷‍♀️after my HIIT workout this morning with @sarahatsublime 🏋️‍♀️ it’s a day off the bike. Have a great Wednesday 🚲 @ascentcycle @konacanada @explorethepass @blizeyewear.canada @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @cf_adventurerlife @43cbdsolutions @bauerfeindsportscanada @bauerfeindmedicalcanada @hitechbracing

Sunday Funday! Today’s conditions were primo, t

Sunday Funday! Today’s conditions were primo, thanks to those who rode before me the tracks were set and the lower loops were wicked! Thanks for all the advice on footwear yesterday. Enjoy the rest of your weekend🚲❄️🚲 #Fatbike #fatbikeclub #fatbikelife @ascentcycle #konawo @cognation_cyclery @explorethepass @crowsnestcoffee @43cbdsolutions @cf_adventurerlife @konacanada

Just love that sound of swooshing through the snow

Just love that sound of swooshing through the snow with the #konawo! Trail report today...Lower loops good to go, you may wanna drop the tire pressure, as I had some washing out going on on our @passpowderkeg singletrack Fattie trails today. The lower figure eight is all tracked out and great to ride. ( Love my spike @45nrth fat tires💕) Toes froze today, so I’m sure this question has been posed many times but what do you recommend as the best winter boots 🥾 for Fat Biking? Up until now I’ve been using a pair of winter Shimano boots I got over 10 years ago with winter boot covers over them. Checked online and so many boots are over $300 so I want to make sure they’ll be worth it! Happy Saturday 🤗❄️⛄️🚲 @ascentcycle @43cbdsolutions @blizeyewear.canada @cognation_cyclery @explorethepass @crowsnestcoffee @konacanada @cf_adventurerlife #fatbike #fatbikeclub #fatbikelife

Today’s trail report with some plugs! Chilly to

Today’s trail report with some plugs! Chilly today, bar mitts needed and with more snow on the way for Friday & Saturday, they are definitely suggested for this weekend! Trails on the lower loops @passpowderkeg are good to go! Notice the new Sweet Riders Winter Riding jacket? (photo 2) It’s pretty sweet💕, hit me up if you need one for that someone special come X Mas time. A little early yes, but at least 4 weeks needed for the order😍. Also notice the buff? (Photo 3) Great for this time of year as a neck warmer, face guard, or even mask... hit up @ascentcycle in Lethbridge for either a pink or orange one🙌 Happy Thursday, and can’t wait for Friday 🤪@sweetriders @konacanada @ascentcycle @cognation_cyclery @explorethepass @crowsnestcoffee @blizeyewear.canada @cf_adventurerlife #fatbike #fatbikeclub

First Winter Hump Day🚲❄️! I think it’s he

First Winter Hump Day🚲❄️! I think it’s here to stay...Fat Biking Programs are up starting this weekend! check out the link in the bio👇👇 @explorethepass @sweetriders @ascentcycle @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @travelalberta @konacanada @cf_adventurerlife #fatbike #fatbikeclub

Today’s trail report for @passpowderkeg trails⚙️⛄️Made it to the top on my #konaremote160 🚲 Rode down #buck50 and it was icy 🥶 Be a little cautious and keep the rubber side ⬇️⬇️ @ascentcycle @explorethepass @sweetriders @crowsnestcoffee @cognation_cyclery @cf_adventurerlife @konacanada

Ever have days like this where you are trying to g

Ever have days like this where you are trying to get higher but something keeps pulling you down? Not everyday is a good one and sometimes it takes some help to get through...remember to be kind and reach out to those around you. You never know who is having one of these days 🙄#mentalhealth @ascentcycle @explorethepass @sweetriders @cognation_cyclery @konacanada @crowsnestcoffee @icp.bike @karlleephoto 📸

Not really MTB related by a girl can clean up💄H

Not really MTB related by a girl can clean up💄Happy no filter Friday🧚‍♀️Loving these new @glamnetic lashes✨Hope everyone has a great weekend...stay safe❄️🥶 @explorethepass @ascentcycle @sweetriders @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee #over50women

Winter’s on it’s way 🥶! After a morning of

Winter’s on it’s way 🥶! After a morning of working on this Winter’s upcoming Fat Bike programs, it was time to sneak out for a ride. You never know when it’s going to be the last Fall ride, as the forecast is not looking good❄️👀 Grateful for today’s ride🙌🚲 @ascentcycle @sweetriders @cognation_cyclery @blizeyewear.canada @crowsnestcoffee @explorethepass @konacanada @tld_bike @cf_adventurerlife @passpowderkeg

Back in the day, when @renewildhaber and I took th

Back in the day, when @renewildhaber and I took the Pro Men/Ladies win at this Avalanche Down Hill in Nozawa, Nagano, Japan. I’ll never forget this race as it was my first and last Avalanche Style DH race. The story goes as I was going Mach V speed down the mountain on a straight away, this guy from behind decides to try and over take me and comes up on my left, getting so close that he almost locked our handle bars... so ...my automatic reaction was to lift my left elbow up which nudged him and the last thing I saw was him and his bike go flying cart wheel style down the hill😱. I remember apologizing to whomever it was whilst giving my speech on the podium. To this day I don’t know who it was or how badly he got hurt so I vouched that this type of racing was too dangerous for me😳 lol, the places #downhillracing takes you👀 @ascentcycle @sweetriders @icp.bike @cognation_cyclery @crowsnestcoffee @konacanada @cannondalejapan @nozawaonsen_ @oakleyjapan

Day two Kimberley laps with the Pharis family. Th

Day two Kimberley laps with the Pharis family. Thanks for the fun, shuttles on PPP, delicious breaky 🥞 ☕️ and muddy smiles😝! Love it😆 @ascentcycle @sweetriders @bryancastellarin @leona.pharis @konacanada @blizeyewear.canada @payton_pharis @nolanpharis

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