Welcome to this week’s edition of Feel Good Friday! This one comes to you from sunny (but not-too-sunny) Tucson, Arizona. We’ve been chasing warmer weather, and while it’s not exactly beachy here, it’s a step in the right direction.
Let’s dive into what’s been exciting, fun, and downright awesome this week:
Feel-Good Challenge of the Week: The Power of Random Smiles
Did you know that a simple smile can boost your mood and brighten someone else’s day?
Here’s your challenge: The next time you’re at the grocery store, make it a point to smile at strangers when you catch their eye. Seriously, throw out your best, most genuine grin. It’s amazing how much joy you’ll feel when people smile back—about 95% of the time, they do!
It’s like giving out little bits of love and receiving it right back. Try it, and you’ll see what I mean. It’s an instant mood booster and a guaranteed feel-good moment.
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Hardest Mountain Bike Ride We’ve Ever Done
The Lemon Drop Trail: A Proper Adventure
This week, we tackled what might be the toughest mountain bike ride we’ve ever attempted—the Lemon Drop trail on Mount Lemmon.
This ride wasn’t just epic; it was downright gnarly. Over the course of 31 miles and 6+ hours, we encountered more hike-a-bike sections than we’ve ever seen (even compared to some of our craziest rides in Europe).
Add in black and double-black downhill tech, with steep and chunky rock gardens, and you’ve got yourself one heck of an adventure.
If you’re into mountain biking and love a challenge, this trail is one for the books. But be prepared—this isn’t your average weekend ride.
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NEW YouTube Drops: Madeira Mountain Biking Adventure
Big news! Days 3 and 4 of our Madeira Mountain Biking Adventure series are now live on YouTube!
Day 3 has been crushing it—it’s officially our best-performing video in the first week, with over 2,200 views already.
I couldn’t be more thrilled to see the hard work (and guidance from my YouTube coach) paying off. It’s so rewarding to share these adventures and connect with a growing audience of riders and adventurers like you.
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Here’s to a weekend filled with fitness, adventure, and plenty of smiles. Be abnormal—because normal is boring!
Cheers,
Joe
