Welcome to NaugaBike

I was not happy with the structure of the bicycling pages on my web site. Also, I wanted to expand the cycling section. Bicycling has become my passion. First, what got me to this stage?

On completion of cardiac rehab, I was looking to continue my exercising.  Now, the treadmill got me in better shape, but using that did not do things for me. Running or just walking did not interest me either.  I started looking at getting on  a bicycle.

Bicycles abound at the discount retailers.  The problem was that seemed there were no one around to help me pick out a bike.  Lucky for me,  I stopped by Xtreme Wheels and Bill spent time with me, listening what was looking for. Now I have not been on a bicycle since my youth!  Bill fitted me up for a Trek Navigator 200 and a was the way on my bicycle adventures.

Cycling has become my life.  When I am not on the trails, you will find me working on my computer.  Much of that time is creating and maintaining my web sites and blog.

In the following web pages you will find information on my stable of bicycles, bike rides, trails, and mountain biking.  Enjoy!

Photo Web Site

After giving away my photos for several years, I decided it was time to recoup some of my expenses. I have created a web site with my new photos.  On the web site you will find photos of events (Black Hills Fat Tire Festival, Bike Bash), races, bike rides (Xtreme Winterfest, CARP ride), and other special photos.

The new web site is  http://win-photo.photoreflect.com.

At that web site, you can view my photos and order an electronic copy.  You will need to register as a customer of mine.  Your copy will be sent to you via e-mail.

I also have a new photo blog.  Some of my recent and/or better photos are displayed there and available for sale.

Recent updates and additions:

Check out my blog.  http://naugabike.blogspot.com

2012 started off with a trip to Albuquerque.  Rode some more and different trails (pavement & dirt).  Get the low-down on the updated Albuquerque Trails page.

Another trip to Albuquerque to check out the city and ride my bikes.  This time in warmer weather - May.

June was my Mountain Bike festivals month.  Attended the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Festival in Crosby, MN and MidWest Mountain Bike Festival in the Quad Cities (IA/IL). September saw me treking to Wausau, WI for GnomeFest. Photos for that festival are on my Race and Events web site.

Also on the Race and Events web site you will find photos from Bike Bash 2012 (Psycowpath Racing Series Banquet) and BYOK (Bring Your Own Kid) Mountain Biking - a THOR sponsored event.

I am looking forward to celebrating my 65th birthday on the trails of Moab, Utah later this month.  Watch for photos.

Bicycle Trails 2013 version are now available Contact me about ordering a copy.

Organizations

 My passion for bicycle riding includes membership in and working with several organizations.  

T.H.O.R. (Trails Have Our Respect) takes care of many of the trails in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa.

IMBA (International Mountain Bike Association) Mountain bike advocacy association.

Rails To Trails Conservancy - Membership and donation to the group supports trails from old railroad lines.

A few words about the name of this web site. Years ago friends on me named my property as The Nauga Ranch.  Some time, catch me on my bike, and I will give you the story.  It deals with those critters called Naugas and prized for the hide.