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In Conversation With: Vague Detail
The concept of an oxymoron is puzzling in itself. The fact that two opposites can work alongside each other harmoniously is something that can be quite hard to pull off, especially when it comes to art: where it is common for ideals and perspectives to clash. But when the notion is applied to a producer-singer duo with a bond outside of music that supersedes their differences, it can lead to a moment of brilliance. Enter Vague Detail: consisting of the sultry and deep-toned R&B singer Kaleem Taylor, and the enigmatic versatile composer and producer The Code.
The Floor: I love a good oxymoron. What made you come together and title yourselves together, as well as the EP Vague Detail?
The Code: I'd say that's what it is, to an extent. Myself as 'The Code,' I'm not there as much to see - that's my description from my perspective. Whereas Kaleem is the detailed side. His music is very detailed, the way he writes his music is very precise and I guess I'm the opposite to that visually as well. So it kind of just felt like the right name. I mean Kaleem just said it and it made sense.
Kaleem Taylor: I guess you can say we met in the middle. Even when it comes to our timelines - we've been separately working for a while but we essentially started the journey together. We've had a chemistry between each other for years, even outside of music. So it wasn't really a thing of 'let's try and find this space or make this work'. It was literally a space of 'let's be free' and we did whatever we do. There's no rules and no other standard to base what we're doing on. So it wasn't really about finding a balance. It needed to be something that felt new, felt honest and felt fun.
Their unique blend of mystery, seductive vocals and enchanting lyrics gave birth to a 5-track EP that leaves listeners ultimately wanting more. The duo aptly navigate through the unknown with their talents as the guide and explore concepts like heartbreak, loss and love from multiple perspectives. The greatest feat in the depth of their EP is how much the artists leave to interpretation, and how much those theories can differ and vary.
Given how much is packed into 5 tracks, do either of you have favourite tracks, or one in particular that really resonates with you?
Kaleem: We haven't picked a favourite between us, even when we've spoken about it. If anything at times, it's like whatever we listen to we're like - yeah this is crazy. It's like we are attached to that song whilst we are making it like, this is that vibe. Especially when we are in that space. I feel like it's a good thing not to have a favourite in a way. We've been able to see that in the response we've had because it's been different. People have had different favourites. So I think that's a sign that we did the right thing. When we were making it we were always trying to switch it up in a way. I guess depending on how you're feeling at the time you might have a different favourite song.
The Code: For me, it's all no rules and no ceilings, no restrictions. You just do whatever comes natural and we're lucky it turned out the way it did from that perspective. We just came to the studio and we started this song, started that song and it just turned out the way it did. We're grateful for the fact it came together at the end of it, you know?
Although Kaleem and The Code had trouble selecting favourites from an artist's outlook, my struggle to pick came from an equal appreciation for every track. Broken swiftly set the tone in just under two minutes, in a way that I can only depict with another oxymoron: pleasantly eerie. Nobody Else layers itself on top of the vibe already created in the first track, whilst showing another side to their sound which comes across more uptempo but equally as emotive. Anuka's presence on How Does It Feel is subtle but impactful, introducing a new element through the backing vocals before sonically stripping back their sound on Anchor - where the lyrics are raw and almost confessional. Rounding up the EP in the same way it was opened, Gone holds similar qualities to Broken as it acts as an accumulation of the feelings and melodies throughout the project and compresses them into a final rendition. In short, listeners are just as spoiled for choice as they are.
It's funny that you say that it just came together and everything just fell into place because but the body of work seems deliberately cohesive. Was there an element of making everything fit together or, like you said, it just came together?
The Code: The theme kind of fell into place as well. Once we finished the third of the fourth song, we actually listened and looked back at the lyrics and it told a story. And we were like wow it actually just happened that way. All the stars kind of aligned if you know what I mean. So I say everything consistently fell into place with us just putting ourselves out there and into the music and being creative and not worrying about the process too much. Just going for it.
There is an overall mellow nature to the project, accompanied by either an eclectic beat pattern or an absence of percussion altogether. Their performances throughout were complementary when it came to both production and vocals, allowing for an audio experience where critique is few and far between. The general expectation from fans- often the source of criticism- that usually comes from creating music as esteemed artists, was trumped by the surprise collaboration and drop.
From the seamless addition of Anuka's feature, to the strong ideas and motifs surrounding the EP, Vague Detail can almost be summarised by a mix of serendipity and knack for creating music. What they have created is clearly a taster for what's to come but as half of the act is a 'riddle wrapped in an enigma hidden in a mystery', I can only guess that what the pairing will follow up with will match or exceed the strong foundations they have already established.


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Grifa is returning to the private sector and her former employer, the prominent law firm of Wolff & Samson, when the transition ends on Jan. 2, 2012.
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I am worried about the Firestore rule of 1 write per second per document.  Is there a possibility that can happen in this case and some writes can fail because of the batch from a single user.
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The show tickets were very inexpensive, but their requirements are that you purchase at least 2 bottles of wine per group. The wine prices were pretty moderate; so for the experience of being there the cost of wine was fair. They sell no food but you are welcome to take your own, sort of like a picnic. We took a big platter of assorted cheese and fruit. They also had the "Grilled Cheese" food truck parked there for purchases so we had plenty of food for 2 hours that we were there.
The experience was absolutely amazing. They had several different comedians come up, and they were all really funny. The seating area was really big with lots of tables, and the floor was completely packed. They had variety of wines to purchase and all were really good. Amazing views of the sun as it set behind the mountains. Most importantly we had endless amount of laughs and giggles. I am big fan of 'Laugh Factory' so didn't think Malibu Wines would beat their comedians, but I gotta say that the comedians here were as funny if not more. I give this show two thumbs up.
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Boulder, Colorado Elevation - Places to Visit
By VI Staff on January 10, 2020
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Located just 25 miles northwest of the Colorado state capital of Denver, Boulder is one of Colorado's most historic cities and important modern day locations, being home to the nationally famous University of Colorado, which is the biggest university in the whole state. Boulder, Colorado, has a population of a little over 100,000 people but around three times that amount can be found living in the Boulder, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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The city of Boulder is the county seat and biggest municipality in Boulder County, as well as being the 11th biggest city in the state of Colorado. Not far from the Rocky Mountain range, Boulder is conveniently located for people who work in Denver and other surrounding cities and is often well ranked in terms of its quality of life and the general health and well-being of its residents, who are known as Boulderites.
Sitting in the Mountain Time Zone in the northern, central part of Colorado, Boulder was part of Nebraska Territory until 1861, when Colorado was established and the city went on to play a key part in mining for the nearby mountains. Miners would stop off at the city, purchasing items and equipment, as well as resting in the local saloons and bars. In 1875, construction on the University of Colorado began in Boulder, and this educational institution would go on to become a major draw for the city for many, many years to come.
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2.Elevation of Boulder, Colorado
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The elevation of a city tells us how high it is above sea level and the city of Boulder, Colorado, has quite a high elevation when compared to many other cities around the United States. Boulder's elevation is 5,328 feet (1,624 m), which is a little over a mile. This means that Boulder's elevation is so high that people visiting the city from lower areas may need some time to adjust to the changes in air pressure. The temperatures in Boulder, Colorado, can also tend to be a little lower than other locations due to its relatively high elevation, and so visitors may need to take extra precautions and preparations when planning a trip to Boulder.
Boulder's relatively high elevation matches with many neighboring cities. It sits not far from the 'Front Range' of the Rocky Mountains, and all cities in this region tend to have elevations of 5,000 feet (1524 m) or more. A key example would be Denver, which is the state capital and has an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,609.344 m), earning itself the nickname of 'The Mile High City'. The state of Colorado is the highest in the entire United States, with a mean elevation of 6,800 feet (2,070 m) due to the various mountains and high regions that dominate the landscape. Therefore, Boulder's elevation is lower than the mean elevation for Colorado.
When compared to other major cities like Colorado Springs, which has an elevation of 6,033 feet (1,839 m) and Aurora, which has an elevation of 5472 feet (1,668 m), Boulder's elevation is clearly not the highest in the state, but is still quite high compared to many other cities and towns all around the United States. The highest elevation in Colorado can be found at the top of Mount Elbert, which stands at 14,400 feet (4,401 m) tall, while the lowest point in Colorado is part of the Arikaree River, which has an elevation of 3,317 feet (1,011 m).
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The city of Boulder, Colorado, has a semi-arid, continental climate, which means that each season brings its own unique weather conditions and precipitation levels to the region, but that the average amounts of rain and snowfall tend to be lower than normal due to the semi-arid conditions of Boulder County and the surrounding area. The hottest month of the year in Boulder is July, which sees average highs of 88°F (31°C), while the coldest month of the year is December, when temperatures can fall as low as 21°F (6°C). Snowfall is common in the area, especially through the winter months.
Boulder, Colorado may be a relatively small town when compared to other major cities in the state like Denver, Colorado Springs, or Aurora, but there's still plenty to do in this location. The presence of the University of Colorado campus ensures that there's always a big student population in Boulder, and the city has evolved to meet the needs of these young people. Boulder hosts one of the biggest road run races in the world, the Bolder Boulder, every year, as well as various other special events like the Boulder Cruiser Ride and Polar Bear Plunge.
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Man charged with impaired and street racing after traffic stop near Listowel
by XPolice | Apr 6, 2016 | News
A 44-year-old Barrie man faces charges of impaired driving and racing a motor vehicle after being clocked at more than 50 km/h above the posted speed limit of 80 km/h on Perth Line 86 east of Listowel on Monday night.
Perth County OPP said an officer saw an eastbound black Dodge sedan travelling at a high speed just after 8 p.m. After stopping the vehicle, the officer saw an open container of alcohol beside the driver, smelled alcohol on the driver's breath and noticed "other additional signs of impairment," police said.
The driver was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with driving while ability impaired and driving with more than 80 mgs of alcohol in his blood.
He also faces a charge under the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario for racing a motor vehicle and an additional charge under the Liquor Licence Act of Ontario for driving a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor.
His driver's licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle impounded for seven days, OPP said.
He is to appear in court in Stratford to face the charges.
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Chaina Ram Confectioner's – This award winning store is a nice one stop shop to enjoy a variety of desserts, all prepared in pure ghee. The primary treat of the store is halwa, a springy and soft studded with dry fruits and other amazing things. Additional specialties include doda barfi shahi, pateesa and its own large laddoos. In the event that you get here, there is a great breakfast of puri, subzi and halwa which shouldn't be missed at all costs. In case, you feel like trying the tastes of the old quarters of the city, you can easily find Bangalore Delhi flights or bus facilities from Agra or Jaipur.
Natraj Dahi Wala – Its enormous reputation is testified to by the endless crowds milling outside this tiny eatery. There are merely two meals on the menu– tikki and dahi bhalla spiced to-perfection. The chip tikkis are offered with two types of chutney (cilantro and tamarind), while the crumbly bhalla can also be supported with chilling curd. Both are outstanding appetizer for the additional lips of Aged Delhi – smacking against cuisine. Catch your dish, locate an area on the sidewalk outside the booth, and incomparable cooking epiphany.
Hatti – Located at the junction of Jama Masjid and Shahi Baoli is the Hatti, a spot where several have appreciated chholey bhature, chhole chawal and dahi bhalle. The store was started by Mr. Nathuram and buddy Mr. Ram Krishan and is now being handled by the latter's son Mr. Jaipal, who's looking forward to welcome his next-generations to come-on board. This eating joint is a renowned one and counts a sale of more than 300 items daily. The store stays open from 10:30 in the morning to 8 in the evening, weekends being off.
Meghraj – Another fascinating eating joints in the old quarters of the city, the Meghraj is located near the Jama Masjid. This 115 year old store has kept its quality of groundwork and ghee sweets amazingly intact. The store operator Mr. Arora is the fourth-generation after Meghraj began, and has successfully taken it to franchise system. In the event that you will be in this part of the town, do not forget to discover their well-known puri-chholey and aalu with an awesome glass of lassi and pickles.
JB Kachori Wala – Jung Bahadur or JB Kachori Wala has a time span of more than 44 years for developing a fan-following for his dal Kachoris and sabzi and began from a tiny corner on Nai Sarak. Running one on Nai Sarak, now there are two other stores of this popular store at Chawdi Bazaar as well and has received their share of recognition. Today, the grandsons of the shop owner offer kachori one after the other to the passersby eager to try their taste on any particular evening. The outlet is stays open from 10 a.m to 7 p.m .
Shiv Bhandar – Shiv Bhandar, situated to Neel to the remaining side of the route leading to Red Fort, near in Kucha Ghasi Ram, is among the earliest cafes offering puri chholey-aalu jalebi and , and it has kept flavor and their quality from the time.


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Post subject: Black Harry Lane, Stoney Middleton, Derbyshire.
I've received notification that of 15 August Black Harry Lane has been made a bridleway by DCC!!!!!!!
No need for anything like a dissertation just record that you OBJECT to their action to downgrade the lane.
We must keep the pressure up or they will try to sneak even more through in conjunction with their PDNPA mates.
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Have I missed something? I've not seen anything posted on any website?
Update to include copies of paperwork, sorry they are not quite in order.
This is one of the PDNPA priority routes, has a process been fast tracked here?
It does beg the question as to whether their latest tactic is 'create confusion'......cos its working.
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I would be very upset to loose this lane as it forms a nice link for me between; Cherpit Lane Little Longstone; Rowland over to Calver; left up Middleton Lane, Stoney Middleton onto Black Harry; down right to the A623 and second left towards Foolow, immediate right onto Tideswell Lane towards Eyam. It might even be on my run this coming Friday for our Peak District Event!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"He who rides fastest, rides alone!"
Adding it to the DM as a bridlepath doesn't extinguish MPV rights.
The DM process can only be applied to ways that are of either public path or RB/BOAT in use and character.
Not had the pleasure of riding this route (yet). If it is a UCR then it's already been considered at least once as beyond the remit of the definitive map process.
The limitations on the scope to apply the DM process are to protect the ordinairy road network (wether tarmaced or unsurfaced) from downgrading.
Don't forget when making your objection to include your name and address in the e-mail as I understand anonymous objections are ignored. If you have not done this on your original objection then send in a second with these details and just state you may have left out your contact details previously.
Just in case you missed this one, PLEASE send your OBJECTION to the downgrading of Black Harry Lane quoting modification order 2013, case number 19779 and DMMO Number X2797.
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Q: invalid date format in javascript I am getting invalid date for one date and other date is working fine, what is the problem in this.
var checkinStartDate=new Date("10/07/2016 09:10:04 AM")
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19:10:04 PM There are no AM/PM in 24 hr time format


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Airtel's New Rs 499 Prepaid Voucher Offers 2GB 4G Data Per Day
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Áššu was a Northern Sámi-language newspaper published twice a week and distributed across Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. In 2008, Áššu ceased publication to merge with the rival paper Min Áigi to form Ávvir.

History
Áššu (the word áššu translates into English as "glowing embers") launched in October 1993 as a rival to Min Áigi, which had launched earlier that year following the bankruptcy of the influential Sámi Áigi newspaper. Headquartered in Guovdageaidnu, Norway, the paper was published by Aviisa AS and co-owned by Nordavis AS. Despite having a readership across Sápmi, Áššu was positioned as a more local, traditional newspaper compared to the more political and nationally oriented Min Áigi.

Merger
On 27 August 2007, Áššu and its rival Min Áigi announced plans to merge to create a Northern Sámi-language daily newspaper, Ávvir. A week after Áššu published its final issue, Ávvir launched on 6 February 2008, the Sami National Day. Min Áigi chairman Magne Svineng stated that due to higher production costs, mergering Áššu and Min Áigi was the only way to meet the need for a daily Sámi-language newspaper with wide distribution. Ávvir maintained editorial bureaus in Kárášjohka and Guovdageaidnu, the respective headquarters of Min Áigi and Áššu.

Circulation

See also
Min Áigi
Ávvir

References

1993 establishments in Norway
Kautokeino
Newspapers established in 1993
Northern Sámi-language newspapers
Sámi in Norway
Sámi newspapers

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With two weekends of racing in a row in Southern California, I opted to stay down in the LA Area between the two events. Red Bull HQ is located in Santa Monica which made it an easy choice to head to the beach for a few days of gym workouts, hard training and exploring the local scene (and cuisine).
Between race weekends, I often have one or two key workouts to keep building fitness and get the body ready for another hard effort. Tuesday brought a very hard workout on one of Santa Monica's steep climbs - and certainly left me in need of refueling. Enter: tacos.
We had driven by the hip Tocaya restaurant many times and were eager to test it out for ourselves. The restaurant is on a corner in Venice Beach and boasts organic, fresh, local ingredients as well as trendy decor. Given it was a Tuesday, we opted for their tacos which were discounted for our favorite weekly holiday.
Their taco menu is a bit interesting - offering preselected preparations that can be paired with various meat and cheese options. I went with the chef recommended pairings and was not disappointed. I tried a cali tacos with achiote chicken and manchego cheese, the tulum taco with chicken tinga and queso fresco and the barrio taco with carne mold and jalapeño jack. To drink, I had a strawberry basil aqua fresca. Brad and I also shared guacamole with plantain chips to start which I HIGHLY recommend.
The ambience is also notable for this spot. You order at a walk up counter, take a number and sit either outside or in their hip back patio. It has a very LA vibe and is both casual and nice.
Overall, the food was to die for. The tortillas definitely tasted hand made and were thick. Personally, I am a fan of one, thicker corn tortilla rather than two thinner ones which often don't stand up to the job. The meats were deliciously spiced and very flavorful but the preparations left them tasting fresh and clean. The unique preparations enhanced the flavors in a way that absolutely exceeded your average taco. My only knock is that the tacos are a bit small and pretty pricey - but in no way does that undermine their deliciousness.
Every year, I am lucky enough to start my season close to home with the US Cup series season openers in Southern California. Arriving in San Dimas feels a little like deja vu after racing here since my junior days. It is a great first opportunity to test the legs and see where I stand after a long winter of preparation!
This year, things got a little more interesting when a crash and resulting back injury left me side lined just a few weeks before the event. With the help of my amazing team of physical therapists, coaches and Red Bull's guru bodyworker Adam - I was back on track and so happy to be lining up for the first race of the season. This race was extra special as it marked the first time I would race in the rainbow jersey and as a member of the Scott SRAM MTB Racing team. My incredible mechanic Brad had my race bike dialed and I was excited to see what the Spark could do when finally put to the test.
Despite some pre race nerves, I quickly fell back into the racing rhythm after the gun went off. By opting for my full suspension and dropper post, I was able to attack the descents and managed to get a small gap on the first lap. Things came back together in the middle and I found myself battling with Erin Huck for the lead. In the end, I was able to get away and take my first victory in the rainbow jersey in front of my family and friends!
A huge thank you to the crew that makes these early race opportunities possible and to ShoAir for bringing some serious points to the USA. Overall, it was a great weekend and was as much of a bike race as it was a reunion with all of my favorite racers and members of the American cycling community. It did, however, leave me very hungry….
As Brad and I headed out of town, it was imperative that we refueled properly. These consecutive weeks of racing don't fuel themselves. Enter: Taco Grill. Unassuming name, fire tacos.
Taco Grill is one of those places that chooses to focus on a few things - and does them to absolute perfection. The appearance of the restaurant is very simple, with only a few seats and a very small walk up counter. Don't be fooled. I ordered three tacos while Brad opted for the five taco sampling to get a taste of all the flavors. After talking with the the host (whom we LOVED), it was clear they take great pride in their food and choose to focus a lot of their time on having really high quality ingredients - specifically their meat options. Sorry to vegetarians but the meats were incredible and included a variety of slow roasted, carefully seasoned and/or fire grilled deliciousness.
Highlights also included fresh locally made tortillas delivered daily, two options of salsas (get the hot one, you'll sweat it but you won't regret it) and home made tortilla chips. As for the tacos themselves - they were fresh tasting, classic and perfectly executed. Hands down, one of the best taco stops to date and shouldn't be missed. We pretty much spent the rest of the day wishing we could go back and relive that experience for the first time. While that may be impossible, we will definitely be coming back next year!
As the newest member of the Scott-SRAM MTB Racing Team, I was particularly excited about team camp! This year, we kicked off the season in Tucson, Arizona where we enjoyed two weeks of training, product testing, team bonding and of course taco eating.
Highlights of the week included getting my sparkly customized Scott Spark race bike, getting to work with the engineers at SRAM to test products and dial in suspension settings, and - of course - many laps of Mount Lemmon. Needless to say, the busy week left us ready to refuel.
After my teammate Nino professed his own love for tacos, it seemed the stars were aligning. After some light googling and receiving recommendations from some local pros, there was one name that kept coming up - Seis Kitchen.Despite the clarity of my decision, I still managed to slightly screw it up. We arrived at the closest Seis Kitchen to find it was actually the sister take out stop of their larger restaurant downtown. Luckily, they had heat lamps, some Mexican music and a bar across the way to provide our requisite margaritas - but the pressure was on for this food to be worth making everyone sit out in the cold. I was feeling the heat.
Plates of tacos soon began pouring out of the kitchen. There were many delicious options which led to some tough decisions - but everyone seemed to be feeling good when warm plates landed in front of them. Personally, I chose to order three different tacos with a side of black beans and a side of zucchini.
My three selections were the crispy avocado taco, a chicken taco and a taco al pastor. They came out topped with chunky salsa and cheese and wrapped in fresh home made corn tortillas. My favorites were absolutely the crispy avocado tacos - highly recommend. Overall, I think the food definitely redeemed my choice and put Seis Kitchen at the top of my list for my next trip to Tucson!
After a few weeks in Europe for the 4th and 5th rounds of the World Cup, it was finally time to head back to America. My teammates Howard, Chris and I landed on the east coast in the afternoon, eager to kick off our annual Nationals race trip. This year, Nationals is being held in Snowshoe, West Virgina - a very remote ski resort with notoriously rooty, fun technical trails and no grocery stores or cell reception for miles. Rather than head straight to Snowshoe, we stopped over for the night in Harrisonburg to get in a short spin and fuel up before making our trek up the mountain. Luckily, we were reunited with my mechanic Brad at the airport who picked us up and squired us about the town.
By the time we were checked into the hotel and bikes were built, it was already around 6:30pm. The jet lag was hitting us all hard and it took all of our motivation to get out for a short sunset spin. I always find that, no matter how late or short the ride, just getting back on the bike after a travel day is essential for the mind and body. A few minutes of riding on Pleasant Valley Road and we were all feeling like new people. The only thing missing was dinner - and the tacos were calling.
The Taco Spot: Proximity played a large role in the selection of this spot, but we were certainly not disappointed. The Sub Station Mexican Grill is located in the outskirts of Harrisonburg, conveniently a 4-5 minute walk from the Hampton Inn depending on how jet lagged you are. From the outside, this restaurant looks a little funky. It's in a small, unassuming brick building snuggled between a used car lot that may or may not be abandoned and across from a dunking donuts. I tell you: do not judge a taco by its tortilla.
Once inside, you are greeted by the sound and smell of meat sizzling on the grill. We took our seats and a basket of chips and giant mugs of water quickly found their way to us. As we began to peruse the menu, we were a bit surprised by the variety of offerings. From sub sandwiches to burgers, I was starting to wonder if the tacos would really be the star of the show.
The insatiable Chris Blevins ordered some nachos for the table and Brad and I decided to share the steak fajitas as well as an order of the tacos al pastor. Brad also ordered a margarita and when asked about sizing, the waitress responded, "we have one size. It's a 20 ounce fishbowl". There you have it folks. 20 ounce it is.
Innumerable baskets of chips were consumed as we waited for the food to arrive. Though they required some salt, they were warm, delicious and irresistible. First up - the nachos. While the nacho cheese was somewhat standard and left a bit to be desired, the corn and jalapeños saved the day. The fajitas sizzled on out in a pan a few minutes later accompanied by a little foil wrapped side of tasty corn or flour tortillas. Though they required some assembly, the fajitas made great little tacos. The steak and chicken fajitas were both delicious.
It should come as no surprise that the tacos were definitely the highlight of the meal. One order consisted of four delicious tacos al pastor. The meat was very flavorful and wonderfully crispy having sizzled on the griddle with diced pineapple. The meat was topped with cilantro and thinly chopped onions, nestled in soft corn tortillas and served with a lime. There was also a side of tomatillo green salsa, however, it was somewhat watery and wasn't my favorite. Overall, however, these tacos tasted like a very authentic version of tacos al pastor and were definitely worth coming back for.
It's safe to say that altitude camp has not quite gone to plan - but sometimes plan B can end up having some improbable, yet pretty magical moments. While the last few weeks have been a bit of a journey with a little injury - they have left me with a newfound appreciation and gratitude for the gift of riding my bike, the amazing team of family and friends that make it possible, and - of course - for the tasty tacos along the way.
I drove up to Tahoe to spend a few weeks breathing very little oxygen at 7000 feet and putting in some serious work with the next few World Cups in mind. Unfortunately, just a few days into my trip - I started having some anterior knee pain and feared the worst. I tried to be conservative and took complete rest from the bike while working to isolate and solve the problem.
For cyclists, overuse injuries are pretty common but can also be incredibly difficult to deal with and carry a lot of uncertainty. After several PT visits, a lot of frustration and many hours of stretching, icing, foam rolling and cross training while trying not to go crazy - I finally made some headway. The knee pain was likely caused by some worn out cleats and a huge week on my road bike, which has slightly different geometry than the mountain bikes I race and ride more often this time of year. After a few ups and downs, I was finally able to turn the corner with the help of an amazing team and miracle bodyworker Adam (HUGE shoutout to Adam the genius guru) who, among other things, realigned my hips and managed to almost immediately alleviate the pain.
The next few days, I eased back into riding and became more and more hopeful. Every pain free pedal stroke put a smile on my face as I began to string together longer and longer rides. The first week back, I did double days every day - keeping the time of each ride relatively low while managing to sneak in more volume on the bike. Ride, lunch, nap, ride, repeat.
I was on one of my evening spins when I got a call from my Red Bull athlete manager Aaron Lutze. They had just gotten off the boat and were headed to our favorite taco joint - Taco's Jaliscos. "Cruise over and I'll drive you home" - he offered, sounding like a real life superhero. I rode pain free all the way to tacos and had this overwhelming feeling that things were exactly as they needed to be. A surprising moment of grace after a tricky few weeks.
While I had taken a little more rest than I'd hoped, I had gained a huge appreciation for this amazing sport I get to call my job and for a healthy body that can accomplish incredible things. Not only that - I realized how many people were willing to help me in a time of need. Whether by arranging for time with a PT, sending a new PowerDot system, offering KT tape, being there with words of encouragement and moral support or meeting me with tacos at the end of a successful ride, it was these people that helped me heal physically and mentally from this little bump in the road.
The Taco Spot: Tacos Jalisco is a local favorite for anyone in the Truckee area. It is tucked just off of Donner Pass Rd in downtown and is the perfect place to end an epic mountain bike ride on the amazing trails in Tahoe. They recently expanded the restaurant so there is plenty of seating if you'd like to lean up your bike and take some time to relax.
I would describe their food as authentic and relatively simple but good. During my altitude camp, I have been here quite a few times and have tried to sample a variety of their taco offerings. My favorites - and if you ask, the option they most recommend - would have to be the carne asada tacos. They are the size of street tacos so I definitely recommend ordering a few - I usually get two and guacamole on the side, but after a big ride, my boyfriend easily downed five so don't be afraid to go for it. I also tried the pastor, pollo, and chorizo options which I also really enjoyed, but thought were slightly less notable than the carne asada. If you order the tacos with chicken, I recommend getting guacamole to add!
Pro tip: First of all, make sure that you try their house hot sauce. It will be in a little plastic container at the center of the table and you might miss it if you aren't paying attention! Don't be fooled by it's casual appearance - it is unreal. The darker red one is just the right amount spicy and will make anything you eat taste fantastic!
Ride Recommendations: I am definitely not the expert on the trails in the area and there are too many great ones to mention - but I do have a few favorites!
Unfortunately, the file was lost from the amazing gravel ride I did - however, if you get the chance to ride out to Boca and Stampede Reservoirs, I highly recommend this as a road ride with the option to add a little dirt! To take the dirt home - just hop on Boca Rd at the Reservoir and take the gravel towards Prosser Reservoir. Eventually, you will get yourself back to town. It's pretty clear on a map, has very little car traffic and is breathtakingly beautiful!
Finally - I highly recommend climbing the iconic Old 40 highway up to Donner Summit. This is one of my all time favorite climbs and is great for intervals! It has unbelievable views and should definitely be on your cycling bucket list for this area.
There are so many epic rides that have ended at our favorite local taco shop! One of my favorite adventures took place on gravel bikes this past winter. With a long day on tap and talk of a long fire road climb I had never ridden, it was bound to be epic. We actually decided to drive to Pescadero to start out, head to the Butano fire road and hit plenty of single track before we went back. Butano is just over an eight miles long with 2000 feet of climbing and plenty of fun dirt. It ends at the boundary of the Butano State Park where we ventured into the Big Basin State Park and began the long climb back up Highway 9. It was a long ride - which calls for a big meal to refuel. We got back in the car and headed home to our favorite spot - Sancho's!
The Taco Shop: My favorite taco shop in the area is called Sancho's. It is located just one street over from Palo Alto's bustling University Avenue and would be easy to miss if you didn't have the local pro tip. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating and a very welcoming vibe. There is a bike rack in front with tables and chairs next to it. I recommend leaning your trusty steeds on the racks, going in to order, and returning to the table outside with a variety of tasty salsas from the salsa bar.
First of all - it is important to note that Sancho's only takes CASH. Being able to eat the tasty food at this restaurant is pretty much the only reason I ever go to the ATM anymore - and I promise it's worth it.
While I have heard great things about their burritos, my order at Sancho's over the past few years has remained the same - two fish tacos with corn tortillas. I can't recommend these tacos enough! Personally, I think the corn tortillas make a big difference. Regardless of what they are wrapped in - these tacos are something special. They come with homemade salsa and some kind of secret sauce that I really can't put into words but absolutely love. I also highly recommend squeezing a lime over the top!
Finally, it is worth mentioning that Sancho's has great salsa. On particularly long rides, I have been known to finish a basket of chips and cup full of salsa even before our tacos arrive. My favorites are the green salsa or the extra spicy red option! Whatever your preference, you are in for a real treat.
What is the best time to enjoy a taco? Easy. After a big adventure ride with your buddies! This past week, I ventured out on my cross bike to try both a new route and a new taco spot. Even after growing up in Marin and spending so many hours on the bike exploring it's beautiful trails and roads, it amazes me that I can string together completely new adventure routes. Nothing is more motivating to me than the thrill that comes from embarking on a new path, turning left where I have always gone right and opening myself up to the unknown.
This route involved some incredible road climbs, a bit of single track and some of the most iconic and beautiful roads Marin County has to offer. While I have ridden all of these sections individually on mountain bikes or road bikes, it was a whole new adventure to string them together on my cross bike. The strava route is linked below for those interested!
The Taco Spot: After over four hours of mixed terrain riding with temperatures hitting the high 90s, we were completely smoked by the time we rolled up to Mas Masa in Fairfax, California. This relatively new restaurant advertises "California-inspired Mexican street food" and is another very hip addition to Fairfax's downtown. I was eager to try it and this adventure ride certainly called for some tacos to refuel.
After our hot ride, just walking into their air conditioned restaurant was a glorious experience! We immediately ordered a few of their homemade agua frescas which absolutely did not disappoint. These were the perfect remedy to a hot summer day and had just the right amount of sweetness! I ordered Tacos al Pastor and couldn't resist getting a sweet potato quesadilla to share. We took our seats, downed our agua frescas and eagerly awaited the arrival of our food.
My Tacos al Pastor arrived just in time to fight off my post ride hanger and I got to work. These tacos were the epitome of simple, yet very high quality. They featured a hand made corn tortilla which housed a delicious pile of heritage pork and a topping of cilantro and peppers. It was love at first bite. I really enjoyed how delicate, yet flavorful these tacos were - although I do wish the portion sizes had been bigger. As far as tacos go, these were incredibly delicious but, in my hangry opinion, were not quite enough bang for my buck.
For me, the sweet potato quesadilla may have been the star of the show. Sweet potatoes are one of my all time favorite foods and I found that combing them with pepper jack cheese, toasted pumpkin seeds and wrapping them in a handmade blue corn tortilla only deepened my affection. I will definitely be going back for unique and tasty morsels!
The Ride: Here is the strava link to our awesome adventure ride. It features a dirt climb up Railroad Grade, single track descending on the famous Coast View Trail, a stretch of road along the coast through Stinson and Bolinas and finally - an epic (and *slightly* steep climb) climb up to the Bo-Fax Ridge Fire Road. This will drop you out at the top of the Alpine Dam climb which is a short road ride from Fairfax and your eventual stop at delicious tacos. I'd definitely recommend a cross or adventure bike (I rode a Specialized Crux and Will rode a Specialized Diverge) for this route!
This past week, I learned that a quick trip to Bend, Oregon is always great for the soul. I arrived mid day, grabbed a Clif Bar and Red Bull and headed straight from the airport to the trails. There is no time for lunch when there are people waiting who are willing to shuttle you on Tiddlywinks! I built my bike in the parking lot, ripped trails all afternoon with the Red Bull crew and left enough time to shower and change before the eagerly awaited premiere of North of Nightfall that night at the Tower Theater. Side note: this film is incredible and I highly recommended seeing it.
The next morning, we headed out early for another ride before my 1:50pm flight home. We rode around 20 miles of amazing single track and were only slightly worried when we rolled into the parking lot at 12pm - a little less than two hours before my flight. In my mind, it's always worth it to get a few extra minutes on the trail - even if it means a rushed bike pack and a speedy drive to the airport. I stood in the middle of the parking lot in my kit and scrambled to get my bike packed as it started hailing. Suffice it to say - I did not take off my rotors, but I did all the other important things. At 12:07pm, it was done.
I hopped in the car with my athlete manager (shoutout to Aaron Lutze for putting up with me) and we booked it to the Redmond airport. At 12:40pm, we rolled up with plenty of time to check my bike and get through security. There was just one problem - we hadn't gotten lunch. After eating another Clif Bar meal for breakfast to maximize time for our epic ride, I was pretty hungry. A quick google search revealed a Mexican restaurant just a few minutes away. "Should we just go full send?", I asked Aaron. We pondered for a moment, but there was no real decision to be made.
I ran into the airport, checked my bike, ran out and jumped back into the car. By 12:50, I was ordering up "tacos especiales to go" at La Frontera. We waited eagerly, knowing this was a pretty savage move if I wanted to make it back to San Francisco that day. But soon, I was back in the truck holding a styrofoam to go box filled with deliciousness. I made it to the airport 40 minutes before takeoff, cruised through security while still wearing my kit and made it with plenty of time to change into some lululemons and enjoy my pre flight tacos victoriously. What a day.
The Taco Spot: La Frontera is located in a small building on the side of the highway and, at first glance, almost appears closed. Inside, however, it is bustling with authentic Mexican music, delicious food being prepared and plates of tacos and tostadas being carried to nearby tables. It was hard to take my eyes off them. The wall above the cash register is papered with pictures of each item on the menu - with simple descriptions above them in spanish and the service was friendly and speedy, which was very important on this particular occasion. They also have warm, home made chips next to a case filled with amazing salsas. As I waited for my meal, I ate a little basket of chips and tried each of the salsas (the green turned out to be my favorite).
As my main course, I ordered two chicken tacos with a side of rice and beans. I was warned that the salsa would be extremely spicy to which I replied "I love spice". It was very delicious, but also very fuego so I recommend being prepared with a bottle of water and a napkin to wipe your tears. I will also note that all of their tacos are served in corn tortillas which makes ordering gluten free very easy. The tortillas were a highlight - they were white corn, just a tad crispy on the outside and didn't fall apart when you held them. The rice and beans were also a great side - the rice had little bits of vegetables in it and were a great compliment to my tasty tacos. Overall, the food tasted great - particularly after a long morning of riding trails. I highly recommend seeking out this gem if you are in Bend and, especially, if you are tight on time before or after a flight!
Where I rode: It was a quick trip to bend and I am no expert on their trail networks - but I do have a few recommendations! Tiddlywinks is a super fun trail and can be easily shuttled - it is pretty smooth and flowy with some fun and reasonably sized jumps. We also rode Phil's Trail which features a series of well built table tops and fun berms. This trail would have a been a bit more fun if I wasn't on my hardtail, but I highly recommend checking it out. These were just a few of my favorites from the short rides we did, but I hope to return for some epic rides and more exploring this fall! From what I have seen, there is no shortage of amazing single track to be shredded.
Tour De Taco: A pursuit of tasty tacos on bike rides around the world.
One of my favorite parts about being a professional cyclist is being able to travel all over the world and experience new places and cultures by bike. It is a pretty special experience to ride around a World Cup venue and realize that you may have just heard 10 different languages being spoken in the course of a few moments. These experiences not only spark my curiosity about other cultures - they also reveal the ways in which the unique cultures of the country, state and city that I grew up in have shaped my interests and preferences.
One of those preferences - a very strong one I might add - is my love of tacos. When traveling in the states or training at home, I love seeking out great tacos at the end of an epic ride. After a few social media posts, my love of tacos has become a running joke and when I visit new places, kind souls often message me with their local recommendations. This blog will be a place to document my journey as I test out tacos around the country and world. Hopefully it will be a win-win for everyone! I will be doing the heavy lifting of taco tasting and fellow travelers will get to cut corners and head straight to the best spot in town.
I am also a firm believer that tacos are best enjoyed after a long bike ride! Tacos are actually a great food to help you refuel - they have carbs (tortilla, rice, beans), protein (meat if not a vegetarian, beans) and you can be sure to incorporate some healthy fats (avocados!!!). I will try to include ride recommendations in the area for each of the places I review. Consider your day planned.
Finally - a disclaimer. I am not actually an expert on tacos - but I really do like them and eat them often. I will do my best to give an honest and fair assessment. As my dad says when tasting wine - "the only thing that really matters is whether or not you like it". Like fine wine, fine tacos can be analyzed on so many different levels - authenticity, quality, size, taste, etc. - but for the moment I am going to stick to talking about overall experience, enjoyment and deliciousness.
First stop: Palo Alto, California.


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– Just a walk away from iconic attractions Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Old Fisherman's Wharf and the spectacular Monterey Bay will soon be the newly renovated Monterey Conference Center. Greeting visitors as they walk onto the sparkling new plaza at the Conference Center will be a contemporary, stainless steel school of fish and streams of water. The large scale sculpture was generously donated by the Monterey Marriott and Portola Hotel & Spa, which adjoin the Conference Center.
John Dotto, owner of Monterey-based Metal Specialties, was commissioned to design and fabricate the sculpture, which will be among the new features. Dotto says he was inspired by the architecture of the new Conference Center as well as the destination's breathtaking coastline and maritime history.
"I wanted to blend Monterey's traditional maritime feel with a more contemporary approach and create a sculpture that will be interesting and inspire people to visit the Monterey Conference Center," says Dotto. "I created something organic, a piece that reflects light and captures movement as well as history. The intent was to create something that could become emblematic of Monterey."
The large scale sculpture will be approximately 17 feet in diameter and 4 feet high. Each of the 1,400 fish will be about 12 to 14 inches in length and welded together at the company's location on Del Monte Avenue in Monterey. Dotto is also working in collaboration with locally-based Aqua-Jett Systems, which will be incorporating the water features.
"We have a family business here in Monterey, and this is our home. My hope is that I have created a sculpture that our community can be proud of," says Dotto.
"This sculpture will fit in perfectly with the architecture and feel of the new Monterey Conference Center and our destination as a whole," says Doug Phillips, General Manager of the Monterey Conference Center. "We have such an incredible coastal location, and it is our hope that visitors to the Conference Center will walk away feeling inspired, invigorated and refreshed."
The new sculpture will be joining the refurbished bronze statue of Don Gaspar de Portola, the first governor of California. The statue, sculpted by Fausto Blazquez, was donated by King Juan Carlos I of Spain to the City of Monterey in 1978. The "Two Dolphins" sculpture by Big Sur artist Emile Norman will also be returning to the Conference Center. The impressive 9-foot tall piece is composed of thousands of pieces of inlaid wood and was originally unveiled in 1981. In addition, the 36-foot ceramic tile "Monterey Mural" will also be on display once again on the corner of Pacific Street and Del Monte Avenue. The festive mural, which consists of more than 600 handmade tiles, was created by artist Guillermo "Bill" Wagner Granizo and depicts the rich history of Monterey.
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Weekend Box Office Results: January 22nd, 2016 - January 24th, 2016
"The Revenant" finally sees #1 glory; atrocious "Dirty Grandpa" somehow makes top 5
*all numerical information provided by boxofficemojo.com
"The Revenant" has finally seen victory after it dethroned "Ride Along 2" from the #1 spot after only one week. It pulled in $16,000,000 during a slow weekend, numbers probably hindered by the east coast blizzard and a lack of good content. "Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens" came in second place this weekend, making $14,257,000 in a move back into second place. Its domestic total now sits at almost $880 million and climbing. In third was "Ride Along 2," which made $12,960,000 in its second weekend out. The abomination known as "Dirty Grandpa" somehow defied all taste by coming in at #4. It made $11,525,000 as we hang our heads in shaming knowing $19.50 of our dollars went towards something that bad. Finally, "The Boy," the second of January's PG-13 horror movies, rounded out the top 5 by making $11,260,000 in its debut weekend.
This Week Domestic Gross
1 The Revenant $16,000,000 $119,192,522
2 Star Wars: The Force Awakens $14,275,000 $879,289,346
3 Ride Along 2 $12,960,000 $59,110,040
4 Dirty Grandpa $11,525,000 $11,525,000
5 The Boy $11,260,000 $11,260,000
6 The 5th Wave $10,700,000 $10,700,00
7 13 Hours $9,750,000 $33,483,429
8 Daddy's Home $5,270,000 $138,780,265
9 Norm of the North $4,100,000 $14,296,203
10 The Big Short $3,500,000 $56,713,841
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