Adventure-lite

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Beer Can Stove Update: Oatmeal!

Posted by Ginger Jui ⋅ June 23, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

I field tested — or rather, macgyvered — my way through breakfast at the famed German Tourist Club in the Marin Headlands! Continue reading →

Legend of Zelda: Quest for El Diablo

Posted by Ginger Jui ⋅ March 31, 2012 ⋅ 3 Comments

A round trip summit ride to Mt. Diablo from Pleasant Hill BART puts you 36 miles and 3800 feet of elevation gain closer to leveling up. Better yet, you can’t get Legend of Zelda: Quest for El Diablo at Gamestop or Barnes and Nobles. That’s because Flaming Bikers ride Open Access. Route: My route here ascends … Continue reading →

Get Steamy at Steep Ravine Hot Springs

Posted by Ginger Jui ⋅ March 15, 2012 ⋅ 5 Comments

Fancy a hot soak after your spin around Marin? Try the hidden hot springs at this wave-washed cove, located just north of San Francisco along coast Hwy 1. During minus tides, a rocky pool at Steep Ravine fills with a salty, sulfury elixir … and long haired locals getting their hot spring fix. Most locals … Continue reading →

Taking the High Road to Half Moon Bay

Posted by Ginger Jui ⋅ February 25, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

Ever heard of Devil’s Slide? This narrow stretch of Hwy 1 is dreaded by local and long-distance bike tourers alike. Don’t let it deter you! For adventures south of San Francisco, local bikers take Old Pedro’s Mountain Road instead. This overgrown fire road climbs the chaparraled slopes of Montara Mountain. Upon reaching the saddle, the … Continue reading →