We partnered with professional racing cyclist Ayesha Rosena Anna McGowan (aka A Quick Brown Fox) on our latest Horizon Drinkware Collection. Learn how Ayesha balances “going hard” in everything she does with enjoying the quiet moments when you stop to take in the views.
This post is sponsored by CamelBak, but the content and opinions expressed here A Quick Brown Fox's.
I spend a lot of time celebrating going hard. I work hard, I train hard, I play hard. I noticed that I don’t take nearly enough time to stop and take in the views, sit in the breeze, have simple conversations with my riding buddies, and fully be present in the space I’m occupying.
The thing is, I don’t necessarily have to choose. I can go hard on the bike and have the absolute time of my life. I can visit my favorite trails, or secret beach, or revisit a tried-and-true road loop. I can practice climbing, descending, and cornering, making sure to sharpen my technical skills for the next race. It’s fun to go hard, to push myself and see what my body can do. It’s also nice to take a break.
The mid-ride break can be just the ticket to make you feel ready to get myself to the endpoint. Stop for a bit, look around and think about all the journeys that crossed this path before me. Let my mind wander while I rest my muscles.
The CamelBak Horizon Drinkware Collection has been a lovely supplement to taking full advantage of these peaceful moments. We push the pace to get to beautiful places, and when we get there, we can find a good spot to rest and take in our surroundings. Often with a refreshing drink.
The collection includes various options that you can pick and choose from to suit your needs. I went with the 30oz Tumbler, the Rocks Tumbler, and the Camp Mug. That way I can make enough of my favorite beverage in the 30oz tumbler, but my partner and I still have our own cups to drink from. We’re all set for hot coffee, a cold cocktail, and everything in between. These picks from CamelBak’s Horizon Drinkware collection have been a solid choice to help us take those chill moments extra slow and really enjoy them.
Learn more about the CamelBak Horizon Drinkware Collection here.