I never thought I would be writing about this again, but it happened. A car struck me while I rode my bike. Again. On the long weekend, May 18th 2026 to be exact, I wanted to ride 160km in preparation for my first 100 mile ultra for the following week. Speed was not on my […]
Intro of the race and background I live in Hamilton Ontario Canada and it is currently Monday April 13 2026. I shouldn’t be blogging. I should be at work but I am not. I am not at work because I am recovering from Around the Bay’s 30km run. Everything in my body is sore and […]
My best friend is gone After 11 years, my dog passed away. We made the decision to put him down. It was tough to see him in pain but also a very tough decision to put him down. He was in too much pain. It was time. As I type this, I’m tearing up since […]
Why I did this race In September 2025, I was scrolling on Ironman’s website looking for my next race to conquer when I stumbled upon IRONMAN SAN SALVADOR. I honestly did not expect to see an Ironman in El Salvador. I was very excited for this one. The amount of change from a country with […]
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Way before creating this website and becoming a fitness/fashion-themed content creator/blogger/vlogger, I gamed a lot. As a teenager, I actually wanted to create a blog, become a videogame journalist, and eventally attend E3. My love for gaming and being a nerd was huge. I grew up playing with a gameboy color, a handheld system created […]
Where my money goes and why I have never stopped growing and will continue to work on myself for as long as I live. I’m willing to dump as much money into my self development since I know I will benefit from it. Knowledge is power. The mind can be strong if you make it […]
Intro If you’ve read my blog or watched my YouTube shorts, I’ve been focusing on the LSAT to get into law school and as much as I’ve wanted to train for my triathlons and ultra marathons, I’ve made the lsat a higher priority. I’ve put less time in training for a better future. Surprisngly, this […]
What led me to do this race I had registered for the 100km sulphur springs Ancaster ultra race for 2025 and I was very afraid of how unprepared I was for that race. Especially how incredibly hard last year’s 50 km race was for me. It kicked my butt (in a bad way). Could I […]
If you were to die and someone went into your room, would they know the type of person you are? Would they know what you’re into? Would you know who you are by what you buy? Would you be proud of how others perceive you by what they see? Would you be disgraced at yourself […]
Intro This post will be a bit long. I will be talking about how it all started and why I did it. It will then move on to the race. Enjoy! feel free to reply, I love replies, they motivate me to keep writing! Why did I do this? After completing my second IRONMAN in […]
The hardest yet most satisfying race to date HOW I TRAINED IN PREVIOUS IRONMANS For this race, I trained very different than my last two Ironman races. For Ironman Mont Tremblant’s 140, I heavily focused on swimming since I feared it. For IRONMAN Muskoka, I trained on my riding by cycling in Colombia. I also […]
I am not mad, I am just disappointed I don’t know what to say about this. I’ve been purchasing adidas tech wear for YEARS. This is the first base layer/long sleeve that I just can’t love. It’s partly because I don’t like the feel and overall look. Adidas’ X-city line has recently made me excited […]
Who and what is it meant for? As I signed up for my first 100-mile ultramarathon in August 2023, my trainer told me to try several shoes. First, to not get used to just one shoe. Second, to see what might be better when I am running. As someone who is also always purchasing new […]
OWNING UP & MY SUCCESSES I have wanted to write on this blog for the past couple of months but every time I think about doing it, many other things happen. Enough excuses, I am about to blog about what has been happening in my life and what’s been on my mind. I will talk […]
What else is out there? I’ve been wearing my Castelli San Remo trisuit for all of my triathlon races and I find it to be a fantastic tri suit. It has served me well but I also wonder what else is out there. Are their better tri suits? Did I buy the best one available […]
Returning to my first triathlon One year ago, I trained for Ironman Mont Tremblant. As a preparation to that behemoth, I registered to Grimsby Ontario’s Sprint Triathlon. That race taught me several lessons. Increase my open water swimming training, warm up in the water before the race, get in the water to acclimate to the […]
Training and life leading up towards the race If you’ve been reading my blogs and/or watching my Youtube shorts, I have been training all year to prepare for an IRONMAN. I knew I was going to do at least one race but I did not know when or where. It has been extremely difficult to […]
I purchased this as a memory for my first IRONMAN. I loved it. The art, the logo, and the fit was amazing. This is my second piece of Santini apparel I have purchased and it does not disappoint. Santini makes high quality cycling apparel that I’m surprised I own so little. The material on the […]
The most well rounded triathlon suit This review should have been blogged in 2020 when I made my first incredibly cringey Youtube video showing off the the castelli sanremo tri suit (starts at 3:23 if you dare to watch). I got it super cheap at the time and it was my first time exploring with […]
What happened? In my previous post, I talked about several accomplishments I have been working on. Most importantly, my Sociology degree from McMaster University. This piece of paper has allowed me to gain new perspectives and ignite a new fire in my eyes to do something meaningful and fulfilling. For the past several years, I […]
Why did I chose this race? After finishing Gravenhurst’s triathlon, I was ready to do another race the following week but I noticed that my body was not ready. I needed to recover. My mind was ready but my body was not. I listened to my body and did not register to any weekend race […]
Why did I choose this triathlon? First and foremost, I chose this triathlon because I heard you jump off a boat and swim back to shore. This sounded super cool. I originally wanted to do the Alcatraz triathlon but I didn’t win the lottery to qualify. This was the closest in proximity and anyone could […]
This degree took me 7 years to complete It is never too late to start something, especially returning to school. If you want it, go for it. Put in the time and you’ll get it. Age does not matter. Other people’s opinions do not matter. Do what you want to do and believe in yourself. […]
Medellin and the cycling culture I arrived in Medellín Colombia and the cab driver who was dropping me off to my hotel asked me why I came to Colombia. I told him I wanted to hike, cycle, and do alto de letras. The man knew about letras and asked me if I knew about Rigo’s […]
University is heavy (but doable) As I approach the last 2-3 weeks of the school year, my workload is currently huge but I’m surviving. I am managing but I am definitely feeling it. I took 5 courses for a reason. To graduate faster, better my time management, prepare myself for professional school, and to take […]
Minimal Training I registered to Around The Bay on January 29th 2023. It’s the oldest road race in the continent and it’s in my hometown. I planned to cut 40lbs since I was pushing 183lbs, run everyday, hit the weights, swim, cycle, eat as clean as possible, continue studying, and keep working hard at work. […]
I am in dire need of work attire. Although I work in IT, I do some very physical things at work that damages my clothes. I have held back on buying work attire because of that but some of my clothes is falling apart and I like to look presentable and somewhat professional. If a […]
In with modernity, out with traditional approaches Throughout the years, I have refined my style and I’d like to say I do well. Most of my jobs have been somewhat professional and when working in those types of jobs, they usually require at least a nice pair of khakis/dress pants accompanied with a dress shirt […]
Why do I do it? I enjoy working on myself and being the best person I can be. My dilemma is that when I accomplish what I want to achieve, I always think about how I could have done better. Much better. An example of this is the Ironman I completed. I was happy I […]
Working hard Monday’s are my worst days. I have to get up at at 5am, go to work at 6am, finish work at 2pm, and then head to the university to attend 3 mandatory classes. I went to the university this weekend to work on assignments and study. Most of my weekends have been like […]
I saw a specific piece from this brand a couple of weeks back. It was constantly on my mind. I went back and bought it. Stay tuned for the review
Morning Workouts = Pleasure I’m writing this blog post about morning workouts. If you’re able to wake up hours before going to work, working out is the greatest gift you can give to yourself. I’ve done it for years and unfortunately stopped. Laziness was one large factor but if you routinize your sleep and wake […]
The sale made me buy it I received an email that Rapha was having a sale. I looked at my bank account and started sweating. Although I work full time, the tuition for university is very expensive. I thought about being mature and financially savvy. A responsible adult who only buys what is required to […]
Looking for something different As an individual always looking for new clothing brands, I am always looking for new emerging brands that look fascinating. I enjoy the search for adding interesting additions to my wardrobe. It can potentially become a timepiece that will forever be used until the washing machine ruins it, my dogs eat […]
ADIDAS is innovative I use base layers a lot. My active lifestyle requires them and I embrace them. They provide protection, resistance against chafing, warmth in the winter, coolness in the summer, technical fabrics, and allow me to stay fit from the slim cuts that they provide. They are versatile but realistically they are mainly […]
Becoming a watch lover When I was a child (this is still debatable), my godfather gifted me a very nice Roots watch as a First Communion gift. It had a metallic bracelet, a nice watch face, pretty dials, and made me look cool. It was super fine. That gift made me love watches. I barely […]
2022 was a year of Growth As I type this reflection on a Saturday night at 7:00 pm on January 31st 2022, I can’t believe how much I have accomplished and grown. I think about how much I have endured, conquered, and succeeded, I am very proud of myself. I have grown physically, emotionally, and […]
“I registered to my first sprint triathlon, now what?” Have you ever wanted to do 3 sports in one day? Have you ever wanted to push your limits? Do you want everyone you know to think you are crazy? Registering to a triathlon is the way to go. As I prepared for my first Ironman, […]
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University classes are hard but becoming easier University has been nuts but I am managing to do very well in my classes. I believe it is because I am learning to procrastinate less. I still do it but I cannot believe I no longer leave assignments to the last minute anymore. I am beginning to […]
Part 1 – The Day Before the Race My last blog post was just some of the things on my mind before the race. I had so many emotions going through me. I was super stressed for this race and my mind was having its own race. “Did I train enough?” was constantly on my […]
After being hit by a car and seeing how short life is, I decided to step it up by going harder at school( to graduate faster), better myself overall (always), look at a possible career change, and do more things I’ve always wanted to do and actually do it. I’ve always wanted to do triathlons […]
PREPARATION BEFORE THE RACE I was incredibly scared of this race. It was a 1.5km swim and I was dreading it. After doing the Grimsby sprint triathlon and almost having a panic attack from the inexperience of open water swimming, I decided to see what I could do to counter the fear of open water […]
I went home and wanted to go straight to the beach but I felt very tired. I went home and passed out. After that, I woke up and watched open water swimming videos. Those videos helped me immensely today. I was less tired during the swim. I improved on my breathing, stroke, and most importantly, […]
A coworker told me there was a triathlon around his area (grimsby Ontario) and that I should check it out. I quickly googled it and became very excited. I could finally test out all of my Ironman training. I was a little sad that they only offered a sprint triathlon and that an olympic triathlon […]
I bought another MAAP piece and it did not disappoint. The waist grippers, warm material, snug aero fit, sleek olive green, and overall fit was amazing. I noticed there is tons of arm sleeve length but it’s better than having it too short and not being able to cover the skin. It has three pockets […]
Today and yesterday was busy. First. Let’s talk about yesterday. I will let the picture tell you how that day went. I got a flat and now I keep thinking about all of the flat tyres I’ve gotten in the last couple of weeks. Should I go tubeless? I’m looking at Hunt wheels for my […]
Today was interesting, a lot of projects were announced and sounded interesting but I am starting to feel that I won’t be as involved. I’ve been thinking about asking for time to study for the CCNA to obtain new skills and be more involved and have a better understanding. Although I’m in a new position, […]
Yesterday’s 22km run destroyed me. I really should have rested today but I was craving a bike ride. I did a short ride since I listened to my body. I wanted to ride for one big reason. I wanted to wear my Roka Skin Suit for the first time and it was awesome. I felt […]
Today was insane. I decided to try running 42km. I managed to do 22km until my back was getting a bit sore. To ensure I would not get injured and make the pain worse, I stopped and walked back home. I was pretty far away but I hit a huge milestone today As I began […]
I’m limited on time so I believe in these coming weeks. I will be doing long gruelling 3-5 hour rides on Zwift. I’m hoping that will allow me to do 30-3phkph for the 180km ride in Mont Tremblant in Quebec. I really need to look for tubeless wheels so I get no flat during the […]
I am in dire need of more cycling apparel. I wanted something different compared to the same globalized brands I always see in big stores. There’s nothing wrong with that but when you try and look for different things, you start looking elsewhere. I decided to hit up a store I haven’t gone to in […]
I went to work and did some physical stuff and some other things. As soon as I went home I passed out and woke up around 6pm. I was exhausted. I then hit the gym and went for a nice run. It’s Friday and I want to go out but I also want to to […]
What a day. For the majority of the day, I worked and continued wiping hard drives for computers we are disposing of. I enjoy writing but i need time to think when I write. I also need to re-read it to make sure it makes sense. I really like writing but I’m not good at […]
Today was brutal. I’m writing this at 7:48pm. I went to work and did my thing. I also have an exam tomorrow so I am re-reading all of the material again. I will soon have to cut out weightlifting in my routine to focus on the Ironman training too. I’m still reading the course material […]
I went a little easier today to prevent injury . I may do the same tomorrow. Swam 2000 yards for 46 minutes Worked out for 10 minutes. Didn’t want to strain the shoulders Went for a short 5km bike ride before getting caught in the storm Relaxed from reading. Will go hard tomorrow Made keto […]
A chill day at work. My morning was busy but other than that, it was good. Here’s what I did.
Work was chill today, I left early since I worked my butt off yesterday (no lunch break). The heater is broken at my gym and I have been avoiding it but TODAY WAS THE DAY. I jumped into that pool and literally yelped due to its coldness. It did wake me up. My shoulders started […]
I got a new position at work and it keeps me very busy. I like that. Time flies but the problem is that I come home very tired. Even though I come home tired, I still commit to the Ironman training. I want to place well and see if I can eventually win one in […]
I will keep it short again. Work is busy as usual. Ate around 10 eggs, 4 hamburgers (just the meat), and three protein shakes Cycled for 1 hour for 29km on zwift Ran 5km Hit the gym for 1 hour Read about labeling theory and re-read deviance articles for sexuality class. My sleep last night […]
It’s almost midnight so I will type in what I did today. cycled on zwift for 1 hour lifted weights for 1 hour ran for 4km started the keto diet (6 eggs, lots of bacon, 3 protein shakes, chicken salad, drank water) read one chapter on essentialism and social constructionism for my sexuality class contacted […]
In the past 4 months, I have completed 4 McMaster university courses while dealing with the increase in workload due to the pandemic rearing its ugly head in my workplace. I deployed a ton of WFH computers to the organization and did a little bit of overtime from the chaos. This was difficult. There were […]
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Since the start of the year, I made many goals. I have broken many but I’m not mad at myself. In the past, I would have been but the amount of progress that I’ve made this year is incredible. I would like to thank past Jay, current Jay, and I am looking forward to future […]
I’ve been really getting into the techwear. I like clothes that gives you extra features (and you actually use the features). This could range from technical material such as goretex to concealed pockets for traveling in a foreign country. The problem is that this stuff is expensive as heck and it doesen’t always look appropriate […]
I was in another room in my parent’s home but I moved back to my old room in the basement. I did this to focus on my triathlon training, school work, and to have a cool male living space. This also allowed me to donate a lot of my clothes and get rid of materialistic […]
Last year, I quit caffeine (energy drinks more specifically) and it was fantastic. I saved a boatload of money and I did not have to rely on those deliciously evil drinks before my workouts. I started drinking them again this year and I believe it is time to cut back again. I do not want […]
I wake up on December 26th and debate on whether to go out or not. This day is Canada’s Black Friday. There are over 10,000 cases on the Omicron variant happening in Ontario. Scary times. Late in the afternoon, I decide to mask up and go. For the past couple of years, I head down […]
The following are the remaining courses I need to complete for my Bachelor’s in Sociology. Updated on July 2022 Status (excluding the 60 credits in Business Administration): SOCIOL 1Z03 – Completed Spring 2021 SOCSCI 1SS3 – Completed Spring 2022 SOCIOL 2KK3 – Completed Fall 2021 SOCIOL 2LL3 – Completed Winter 2022 (fantastic class) SOCIOL 2Z03 […]
I have returned to Canada and I am now ready to start writing about what I did and saw. As usual, this trip was awesome. They always are though. NYC is by far my favorite city. I’ve been to many cities but NYC is the king of cities. There is always something going on and […]
During the cycling accident, I had a lot on my mind. After I healed from the accident, I decided to increase my workload and productivety. My life is filled with new purpose and new perspectives all thanks to that horrific accident. I took 3 university classes for my winter semester, worked on several projects at […]
The inevitable finally happened, I was hit by a car while riding my bike. It was a Friday afternoon noon, I finished work and I was excited to go out and enjoy the beautiful day. The weather was perfect, I decided to put on my castelli wool summer jersey and my assos summer cycling bib. […]
I saw this brand multiple times online and a subscriber on my channel told me it was one of his favourite brands. I then spent a couple of hours on their site and fell in love with their apparel. I bought it here I need long sleeve jerseys and decided on getting their evade jersey. […]
It snowed yesterday but I rode my bike and it was wonderful. Earlier this week, I decided to ride my regular route. My regular route is around 30km and involves the Chedoke Trail. Here I am going Down the Chedoke Trail on a busy weekend. This is one of the safest routes to go downtown […]
I decided to go out and record my ironman training for my future Ironman race. I am training earlier in the season to be in the best shape I can be, as always. I want to look extra ripped for the summer and be ready for a race My next big ride for 2021 will […]
This is now my most expensive workout shirt. $109 USD cost of shirt)+ $40.00 CAD (duty fees)+ $25 USD (shipping) = a lot. I bought it at full price since I couldn’t find a sale anywhere. Do I regret it at the moment? No. Would I get another one? Only if it goes on sale. […]
Once again, I purchased and added another base layer to my collection. This is my second most expensive base layer. The most expensive base layer is my Assos Ultraz Base Layer thermal which is glorious. I saw this on a popular Canadian cycling website that sells some premium looking cycling gear. I wondered why it […]
It was 2019 and I only had two cycling bibs. My Assos and DHB cycling bib. I had two others but they were so poorly made I never wore them. I needed something with Quality and with a unique look. You can buy them here After constant searching for interesting cycling brands, I narrowed it […]
This thing is hot! I’m so sorry. I had to say it. I am extremely impressed with this base layer. Most of my base layers cost well over $100.00 Canadian and when I saw this on bikeinn.com for $62.99, I threw it into the shopping cart. Where I purchased it, I am not sponsored. I […]
I love base layers. I use them when I go to the gym, go out for runs, and of course when I’m cycling. I am always looking for base layers that have the best fabrics and will hopefully last me a very long time. I have 3 base layers that I have owned for 10 […]
If you’ve been watching my YouTube channel, you have probably figured out that I don’t mind paying a premium price for something that looks appealing to me. It’s hard to know if performance clothes will last since they are constantly being abused. You’re sweating, hitting all types of debris, crashing, and constantly washing them a […]
That’s right. I did it. I have done it multiple times but this time I recorded the whole session so you can do it with me in the comfort of your home. You can see what route I took and do it yourself too! The fastest I did was about 1 month later. I averaged […]
It was a restless night so I decided to read a book believe it or not. I was halfway through the first page until I smelled something. The smell was smoke coming from my lightbulb. The bulb was smoking. I quickly grabbed the closest material to wrap my hand to remove the bulb. This ended […]
I’ve had this cycling bib for almost two years now. In the video, I say one. It is now two years old. This bib is my daily driver. I have taken this out on countless rides in the summer and as Steve Jobs would have said, “It just works”. The bib cost me $219.00 CAD. […]
My items are coming in the mail and as usual I was too excited to do an unboxing video. I tore it open like the maniac that I am and threw it on. I took it on an indoor ride to see how it felt. I hope you watch the video, I WAS IN THE […]
I ordered this on December 2020. It finally arrived in the mail today. I ripped it opened and started analyzing it immediately. Here are the reasons on why I purchased it: A very reputable brand with a rich history in cycling An addition to my winter cycling bibs. I need more, obviously. I’m always looking […]
UPDATED JUNE 6th 2022 I love looking for new cycling clothes to wear. I don’t have much and I’d like to have a big enough wardrobe so I can wear a clean outfit everyday for my bike rides. I find it incredibly difficult to find cycling clothes that I really like. I’m not sure if […]
I LIVE FOR BASE LAYERS It’s getting cold in Canada and I need more base layers. As a skinny person, I get cold quickly. Base layers solve this issue when I’m out and about on any occasion. I also have base layers for my runs and for the gym. I make sure I get high […]
Pros: Con: The jacket just oozes of style. It has these little details all over the jacket that give that give out a very unique look. The buttoned front pocket. The mini rear zipper pocket. The French colored lanyard. The puffed insulated material in the front. All of these little details blended together makes this […]
It finally came in the mail. I was so excited to put this nice piece on. It fits very tight and it just gives you a unique look when you’re cycling. I was able to snag this when it went on sale. This brand barely disappoints and it makes me want to ride more (and […]
Years ago (over a decade ago now) I never really really cared about traveling. Friends and random people would tell me about their travels but it didn’t really excite me. I wasn’t a fan to be honest. I was too busy working out and playing videos games. Even though I did not really care for […]
I am in need of a warm long sleeve jersey for my fall and winter bike rides. After purchasing a jersey from Cafe Du Cycliste last year, I was ok with purchasing a new item from them. Their style is very minimal with nice designs. They are pricey though. The jersey still feels and looks […]
My solo trip to Mexico City In 2019, I scratched off another item from my bucket list. I went to Mexico City alone. This was on my mind for years. Many people warned me not to go because of the many dangers. I was still fascinated and wanted to go. The food, the heat, and […]
That is my beautiful bike. Around 2012 I bought a very nice mountain bike. I rode it everywhere. I rode it all over Hamilton Ontario’s trails. I would ride from Hamilton Mountain to Burlington beach in the summer. Doing a round trip from there would be 40-60km in distance depending on how I felt and […]
I remember when I purchased my first road bike. I was a happy lad. I did 25 km rides, then 50 km rides, and then moved up to 75 km rides. I then started dreaming about the legendary 100 km ride. It is a right of passage for cyclists. Another right of passage is falling […]
For years, I dreamed about riding my bike from Hamilton Ontario to Toronto Ontario. Crazy? Yes. The first time I did this ride was last year. I remember heading out and going 30 km/h from Hamilton to Toronto. Why was it so easy? The wind. The wind was pushing me towards Toronto. On the way […]
I’m going to keep this one short since I will be making a massive post next year. I’ve done well this year, very well. I am proud of myself and will continue to be proud of myself. I take on a lot and will continue to take on more. I am still very ambitious. I […]