Bike events evoke a unique thrill reminiscent of returning to school after summer break. Packing for these events, despite the heat and dirt, evokes anticipation. During the event, participants face hot, dusty conditions, seeking shelter from the sun as excitement mounts. The atmosphere shifts from technical discussions to a collective acknowledgment of the heat. The vibrancy of the event remains undeterred, embodying both the challenges and sheer joy of gathering with friends and indulging in the biking community.
No matter how burnt out I am or how long it's been since I actually cleaned my camera gear, there's a familiar excitement to packing my camera bag in the morning with all the batteries, cards, lenses, layers, and snacks I might need for a full day of -well, frankly, running around in the dirt and getting sweaty.
Bike events are like going back to school after summer. You get to see all your friends after months away, show off your shiny new school supplies, and while there's work to be done, it's also the most fun week of the year.
Having casual laps around Whistler Village with my camera bag, I’d sweat through my cotton t-shirt. As the day went on, I watched other festival go-ers squish into every inch of shade.
It's true that biking is a summer sport, which more often than not means it's hot, sunny, and dusty... levels of dehydration that only come with corners of the world where it's easier to find energy drinks than water.
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