Blood Rubies Come to Town
Controversial Burmese conflict rubies were on display at last weekend’s Santa Barbara Gem Faire, held at Earl Warren Showgrounds.
Year: 2007
The Consequences of Cockiness
The indignity of a senior-year bike accident.
Risen: Rising?
News-Press goings-on, drunk college students and the leaf blower debate.
Sigur R³s
Despite the fact that I can’t understand a word they sing, Sigur R³s once again brings to the table an otherworldly sound that gives me chills every time I listen. With lyrics sung solely in Vonlenska (the band’s made-up language based loosely on their native Icelandic), the focus here is on the music.
Sheriff Announces New Public Information Officer
Alex Tipolt to replace Erik Raney as spokesperson, media contact.
Lower Oso Single Track
This is a short trail, which follows the left side of the road leading to Upper Oso and provides either a short and scenic day ride or a way to and from Upper Oso without having to ride on the road.
Los Olivos Metric
Combining the Santa Ynez, Lompoc, and Los Alamos valleys, this century ride provides an ultimate ride for those who want to experience the heart of Santa Barbara County.
Tour of the Valleys
While most of the longer valley rides of necessity include roads on both sides of Highway 101, the Buellton Metric Century is unique in that all of it is west of the highway, showcasing the scenic western part of the county.
Point Sal
Point Sal is one of my favorite places to go in the springtime when the wildflowers are in bloom. While I love the acres and acres of golden poppies and bush lupine you can find on the tip-top of Figueroa Mountain, there is something very special about the wildflowers you find on the steep windswept coastline leading to the point.
point sal
Jalama Road is perhaps the single most beautiful road in the entire valley system. In springtime its emerald green grasses and oak hillsides and canyons are magnificent, but this is an excellent ride in any season.
