When I'm in a mountain bike race and a Jill Whitfield or a Tammy Kaufman comes from behind and politely asks if they can pass, please, it doesn't occur to me that female riders need any sort of specific help. But, as has been explained to me time again, sometimes the gals would just as soon not ride with the guys. Perhaps because ones like me are always in their way.

It's true. One frigid February morning several years ago, even the most sophisticated layering scheme wasn't enough.

Trail reopens — but only for hiking.

New bridge reopens 6-mile loop trail at Lake Crabtree County Park.

Another podium finish? Or another day bringing up the rear?