Jeepin'

Last week I experienced a different aspect of automotive enthusiasm: off-road driving.  We had tons of fun exploring the trails around Ouray, CO with family and friends.



Click on to see some shots from our excursions near Ouray, CO.

A "Racing" Helmet

My six-month old unfortunately developed a woefully lopsided head (positional plagiocephaly) and the doctor prescribed a head molding helmet, aka DOC band.  Given the price of this piece of plastic, it only made sense to adorn it with Porsche logos. ;-)

Cars of CES

Last week work sent me to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).  While I worked most of the time, I escaped for a bit and found a few special automobiles.  I guess I'm not the only geek that loves cars :-)B-).

Ken Block's Ford "Fiesta ST"  - He was on hand too...

Off Topic: How to Coil a Cable, Hose, Cord, etc.

I found this video eye-opening. I have always tried to wrap cables, hoses, power cords, etc. neatly, but it never seems to work well. Turns out I was trying to do the wrong thing all along...

Off Topic: Autoblog and I (separately) visit the Arctic

I recently returned from hunting the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) with my family.  The very night we returned, Autoblog posted this article and video on their trip to the Arctic.  Our paths exactly overlapped on for the Fairbanks to Coldfoot, AK portion of their trip.  Fortunately, it was a little warmer when we visited.

It was a little strange seeing photos of very, very remote places you were standing published.  I can even tell you the exact spot the photographer shot from when taking the northern lights photo (kudos to him for getting into that position!).

Enjoy!

http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/22/autoblog-arctic-circle-mercedes-sprinter-alaska-adventure/