Welcome to "In the Zone." I hope you enjoy the stories of faith, dedication, challenge, love, joy, humor, sadness, and safety, all real examples of how Jesus Christ is alive in the world today. I find cycling to be a part of an active, healthy lifestyle and do not recommend it to everyone. I say a part, because cycling is not a means to an end. Only Jesus Christ is. I don’t ride to get closer to Jesus, but he is with me every pedal stroke of the way. I want him to be with you as well.
More about me: I am a happily married, father of three children who never really stopped riding his bike as a child. Cycling is a conduit for me to meet terrific people and go to fantastic places in the US and Europe. I raced on and off road for 15 years competitively and now ride as a fast recreational rider. I’ve raced in 5 states, on the velodrome, toured across SC 9+ times, done 24 hour team events, and dabbled in cyclocross and most recently am enjoying Bikepacking. I have directed races and charity rides, and am a regular on group rides in SC/NC. I am a former USA Cyling Bike Race official and have been invited to speak at various community clubs/organizations about my experiences. I ride bikes with my wife, children and family.
When I am not with my family or on the bike, I am at Church or working to promote a bike ride/race or charity event. I work as a Quality and Safety systems manager in the Chemical Division of a large private manufacturing firm headquartered in South Carolina.
Thank you for reading. Glory to God in the Highest. May the Peace of the Lord be always with you.