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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 2d

- Feeling guilty on rest days
- Bad drivers
- Power meter not connecting
- People trying to convince me to use Strava
- Warm water on a hot day
- Mud in the trails
- The price of bikes

Did I miss any? 👀

#running #cycling #enduranceathlete #duathlon #triathlon

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 2d

My betrayal list as an endurance athlete 😤

Sometimes it’s tough being an endurance athlete because of:
- My Garmin running out of battery
- Race entry prices
- Bad weather
- Washing water bottles
- Snacking 24/7

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 4d

This is your sign to hit the mountains and go for a hike. It’s the best. 😍

#hiking #mountains #hikingadventures

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 4d

Everyone: “I need to reduce my carbs 🫤”
Endurance athletes: “yum I need more carbs 😍”

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 4d

The new Edmonton velodrome is officially open!

I look forward to riding it and I really hope the barrier to entry is low for cyclists, new riders and the next generation.

www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...

‘Best facility in US or Canada’: Coronation velodrome opens to cycling clubs

Cyclists have been gearing up for an indoor velodrome in Edmonton as construction has been underway in Coronation Park for the last three years.

www.ctvnews.ca

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 6d

Benny’s first time hiking with mom and dad in the mountains during larch season. 🥹

It doesn’t get much better than this!

It’s larching season baby!

#hiking #hikingadventures #rockymountains #kananaskis #larches

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 6d

There is nothing tougher than coming back to training hard after an offseason break.

The first few weeks are always tough. 😥

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 7d

What is with the trend of people trying to take gravel bikes on single track trails. Lol

It looks like a horrible experience 😂

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 8d

Outdoor track season is done and so is offseason on dad mode. 🤣

It’s time to get back to serious work to prepare for 2026. 😈

#cycling #trackcycling #cyclist #cyclingmotivation #duathlontraining

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 9d

Nothing changes faster than weather in the mountains. 😬

It went from a sunny day to downpours in less than an hour. I got caught in some rain but got back to town before the showers really came down.

Until next time.

#cycling #storytime #cyclinglife

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 13d

This is insane. Bibic is one of Canada’s best track cyclists.

It’s sad to see corruption in Canadian sports.

cyclingmagazine.ca/sections/new...

Arbitrator orders Cycling Canada to include Dylan Bibic in omnium for track worlds - Canadian Cycling Magazine

A rare ruling has reversed initial selection for the upcoming 2025 UCI track world championships

cyclingmagazine.ca

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 14d

Not taking a rest day isn’t a flex. 🫤

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 18d

Nice to be back on the track before the season ends. 😅

#trackcycling #cycling #cyclingaddict #cyclingmotivation

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · 20d

All I want to do right now is soak up larch season in the mountains.

I need to do some larch hikes, not for the gram but for the vibes.

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 15

Epic day of climbing on the bike. 🥲

I remember looking up some of these epic climbs on Google when we were still living in Ontario.

We have come full circle friends. 🤙

P.s. fun fact we’ve hiked the mountain in the background before lol

#cycling #cyclingmotivation #mountains #rockymountains

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 15

Living near the mountains has always been a dream. 🥲

There’s nothing better than quiet mountain road climbs. 😍

P.s. there was a herd of elk on the road just before I recorded this video lol

#cycling #cyclingmotivation #cyclingaddict #mountains #rockymountains

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 13

How you gon’ be mad in the mountains? 🤷‍♂️

Some mountain views from the last couple weeks. 😌

#mountains #rockymountains #canadianrockies #banffnationalpark #lakelouise #canmore

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 13

Since moving close to the mountains, I can’t imagine life without these views. 🥲

BRB, I’ll be in the mountains. 🤙

#mountains #bowvalley #rockymountains #canadianrockies #hiking #hiking🌲

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 12

JULIAN ALAPHILIPPE IS BACK!

THE PANACHE KING DID IT!

#grandprixcyclistedeQuebec

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 10

End of summer vibes. ☀️

Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 9

Egan Bernal is the luckiest rider when it comes to gaining time on cancelled stages. 😧

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 8

When you move to Calgary and weekends start looking like this… attending the local rodeo!? 🤷‍♂️

Why not!?

#calgary #yyc #rodeo

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 5

Trail running in the mountains truly is a dream come true. 🥲
Who wants to come for a run?
#running #trailrunning #trailrunner #mountains #canmore

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Sep 2

CALGARY BEER MILE🥵

#Beermile #running #CalgaryBeerMile

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Will Brad Survive The Calgary Beer Mile? | 2025 Calgary Beer Mile Highlights

YouTube video by Bradley Thompson - Duathlete

youtu.be

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Brad Thompson @iambradthompson.bsky.social · Aug 30

A nice cold @onefortheroadbrewing brewski to take the edge off during the @runcalgary beer mile! 🍺

Happy long weekend y’all! 🤙

📸: Sweet shots from @tekocreativeyyc 🔥

#Beermile #CalgaryBeerMile #runningmotivation #runyyc #running

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