When there are summer interns in the lab, I often think more about the ambitions of people earlier in the academic science pathway. It often triggers these considerations.
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In which BikeMonkey discusses "ambition". drugmonkey.wordpress.com/2007/11/13/i...
From the Archive:
In which BikeMonkey discusses "ambition". drugmonkey.wordpress.com/2007/11/13/i...
In which BikeMonkey discusses “ambition”.
I was going to reply to the DM’s query on “ambition” in science careers (motivated by FSP here, followups here and here) in a comment but it got a bit lengthy. So, I present my am…
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July 9, 2026 at 4:23 PM
When there are summer interns in the lab, I often think more about the ambitions of people earlier in the academic science pathway. It often triggers these considerations.
From the Archive:
In which BikeMonkey discusses "ambition". drugmonkey.wordpress.com/2007/11/13/i...
From the Archive:
In which BikeMonkey discusses "ambition". drugmonkey.wordpress.com/2007/11/13/i...
I was kindly reminded that I've been shouting into the void about various career-related things for nigh on two decades. This, and the reason for that reminder, had me looking back at my first year of shouting. it is really disturbing that nothing has changed.
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2007 – DrugMonkey
15 posts published by drugmonkey and bikemonkey in the year 2007
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April 29, 2026 at 1:23 AM
I was kindly reminded that I've been shouting into the void about various career-related things for nigh on two decades. This, and the reason for that reminder, had me looking back at my first year of shouting. it is really disturbing that nothing has changed.
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San Francisco Local #Cyclist offers Private Tours by #Bike - @SFUrbanRiders @BikeMonkey @BikeEurope
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January 24, 2025 at 7:23 AM
San Francisco Local #Cyclist offers Private Tours by #Bike - @SFUrbanRiders @BikeMonkey @BikeEurope
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ynottony.com/ynot/bike-shop…
I was a cocaine addict. I was a drunk - the #bike saved my life! - #fitness #yoga @bikemag @BikeBizOnline @BikeMonkey
youtube.com/watch?v=G9_JAN…
youtube.com/watch?v=G9_JAN…
January 24, 2025 at 7:21 AM
I was a cocaine addict. I was a drunk - the #bike saved my life! - #fitness #yoga @bikemag @BikeBizOnline @BikeMonkey
youtube.com/watch?v=G9_JAN…
youtube.com/watch?v=G9_JAN…
Less than 1 month before #TourDeFat San Francisco! - Are you in? - @BikeMonkey @sfbike @SFist @sfcriticalmass - #bike
youtube.com/watch?v=tVM4Ol…
youtube.com/watch?v=tVM4Ol…
January 24, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Less than 1 month before #TourDeFat San Francisco! - Are you in? - @BikeMonkey @sfbike @SFist @sfcriticalmass - #bike
youtube.com/watch?v=tVM4Ol…
youtube.com/watch?v=tVM4Ol…
January 4, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Hard to believe, but somehow I really was solicited to write for a cycling publication that would print on actual paper and you had to go to these bookstores to buy it, or a person would bring it to your house. Apparently I even got paid for this! 2012, a million years ago.
November 18, 2024 at 3:46 PM
Hard to believe, but somehow I really was solicited to write for a cycling publication that would print on actual paper and you had to go to these bookstores to buy it, or a person would bring it to your house. Apparently I even got paid for this! 2012, a million years ago.
20th-annual (had to skip a few due to Valley Fire in 2015) but the 8hr #BikeMonkey endurance race is this weekend on Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest in #LakeCountyCA!
www.boggs.rocks
www.boggs.rocks
BOGGS: 8 Hour Mountain Bike Race
The original 8 hour mountain bike race by Bike Monkey in Cobb, CA.
www.boggs.rocks
April 27, 2025 at 11:02 PM
20th-annual (had to skip a few due to Valley Fire in 2015) but the 8hr #BikeMonkey endurance race is this weekend on Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest in #LakeCountyCA!
www.boggs.rocks
www.boggs.rocks
Moonrise from the pines @bikemonkey @ridewente
February 5, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Moonrise from the pines @bikemonkey @ridewente
Solid weekend of racing bikes with 20k of climbing and smiles for miles
Top notch events from @bikemonkey @racewente and @grasshopperadventureseries in the beautiful Humboldt redwoods
Very pleased with the top 10 at Wente in my AG and surviving to Humboldt hopper. There was beauty all around me t...
Top notch events from @bikemonkey @racewente and @grasshopperadventureseries in the beautiful Humboldt redwoods
Very pleased with the top 10 at Wente in my AG and surviving to Humboldt hopper. There was beauty all around me t...
February 3, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Solid weekend of racing bikes with 20k of climbing and smiles for miles
Top notch events from @bikemonkey @racewente and @grasshopperadventureseries in the beautiful Humboldt redwoods
Very pleased with the top 10 at Wente in my AG and surviving to Humboldt hopper. There was beauty all around me t...
Top notch events from @bikemonkey @racewente and @grasshopperadventureseries in the beautiful Humboldt redwoods
Very pleased with the top 10 at Wente in my AG and surviving to Humboldt hopper. There was beauty all around me t...
Hard at work planning with Coach Mylo - Conditions definitely better than last year, that means #noexcuses ð¬ #ridefishrock #fishrock #bikemonkey
February 3, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Hard at work planning with Coach Mylo - Conditions definitely better than last year, that means #noexcuses ð¬ #ridefishrock #fishrock #bikemonkey
Boom(ville) baby!
Hopefully this time I registered only once ðð¢
The one and only event I keep coming back for more punishment ð¤
#ridefishrock #bikemonkey
Hopefully this time I registered only once ðð¢
The one and only event I keep coming back for more punishment ð¤
#ridefishrock #bikemonkey
February 3, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Boom(ville) baby!
Hopefully this time I registered only once ðð¢
The one and only event I keep coming back for more punishment ð¤
#ridefishrock #bikemonkey
Hopefully this time I registered only once ðð¢
The one and only event I keep coming back for more punishment ð¤
#ridefishrock #bikemonkey
What year would it be in âBoggs yearsâ?
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Some of these are hard to let go, but eventually we need to make room for new memories #Boggs #bikemonkey
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Some of these are hard to let go, but eventually we need to make room for new memories #Boggs #bikemonkey
February 3, 2025 at 10:30 PM
What year would it be in âBoggs yearsâ?
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Some of these are hard to let go, but eventually we need to make room for new memories #Boggs #bikemonkey
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Some of these are hard to let go, but eventually we need to make room for new memories #Boggs #bikemonkey
I am not quite sure Iâm smiling here, as I know I was in a really dark place, battling with cramps and having nothing left in my legs. Happy to see Jeffâs friendly face ð
Thanks @bikemonkey for rolling with the punches and running the event despite the conditions. It is Fish Rock after all...
Thanks @bikemonkey for rolling with the punches and running the event despite the conditions. It is Fish Rock after all...
February 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
I am not quite sure Iâm smiling here, as I know I was in a really dark place, battling with cramps and having nothing left in my legs. Happy to see Jeffâs friendly face ð
Thanks @bikemonkey for rolling with the punches and running the event despite the conditions. It is Fish Rock after all...
Thanks @bikemonkey for rolling with the punches and running the event despite the conditions. It is Fish Rock after all...
Fish Rock: before/after pics
Steve only looks happy because self medicating with IPA.
Sub-ideal conditions but we survived. Missed the paella from 2019 tho⦠#ridefishrock @bikemonkey
Steve only looks happy because self medicating with IPA.
Sub-ideal conditions but we survived. Missed the paella from 2019 tho⦠#ridefishrock @bikemonkey
February 3, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Fish Rock: before/after pics
Steve only looks happy because self medicating with IPA.
Sub-ideal conditions but we survived. Missed the paella from 2019 tho⦠#ridefishrock @bikemonkey
Steve only looks happy because self medicating with IPA.
Sub-ideal conditions but we survived. Missed the paella from 2019 tho⦠#ridefishrock @bikemonkey
Whatâs better than nearly dying of hypothermia? But of course, heat stroke. This fish bites hard ð¤£
Hopefully weâll find ice cold paella at the finish? @bikemonkey #fishrock #ridefishrock @teerexproductions
Hopefully weâll find ice cold paella at the finish? @bikemonkey #fishrock #ridefishrock @teerexproductions
February 3, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Whatâs better than nearly dying of hypothermia? But of course, heat stroke. This fish bites hard ð¤£
Hopefully weâll find ice cold paella at the finish? @bikemonkey #fishrock #ridefishrock @teerexproductions
Hopefully weâll find ice cold paella at the finish? @bikemonkey #fishrock #ridefishrock @teerexproductions
We got a proper send off at the start of @bikemonkey #truckeedirtfondo sweet course with some of my fave grinds in the area.
January 30, 2025 at 11:07 PM
We got a proper send off at the start of @bikemonkey #truckeedirtfondo sweet course with some of my fave grinds in the area.
An epic weekend of riding, hanging out with friends, van camping, cooking and riding some more. This event is a staple and marks the beginning of summer for me. Nothing like a swim in the lake after a day in the heat. Hats off to @clayperez, @nickgaetano and the amazing crew of @bikemonkey for pu...
January 30, 2025 at 11:07 PM
An epic weekend of riding, hanging out with friends, van camping, cooking and riding some more. This event is a staple and marks the beginning of summer for me. Nothing like a swim in the lake after a day in the heat. Hats off to @clayperez, @nickgaetano and the amazing crew of @bikemonkey for pu...
Had a good day at Wente 8hr, put 9 laps in good for 2nd place in Masters 50+
Managed heat and pace well and crashed only once ð¤ª
Super fun course #stoked #wente8hour #bikemonkey #zt #newwente
Managed heat and pace well and crashed only once ð¤ª
Super fun course #stoked #wente8hour #bikemonkey #zt #newwente
January 30, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Had a good day at Wente 8hr, put 9 laps in good for 2nd place in Masters 50+
Managed heat and pace well and crashed only once ð¤ª
Super fun course #stoked #wente8hour #bikemonkey #zt #newwente
Managed heat and pace well and crashed only once ð¤ª
Super fun course #stoked #wente8hour #bikemonkey #zt #newwente
Start delayed 45min while the road get cleared from snow... ð¬ Looks sunny now, but this is a very tricky fish ð #ridefishrock #bikemonkey #zt
January 30, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Start delayed 45min while the road get cleared from snow... ð¬ Looks sunny now, but this is a very tricky fish ð #ridefishrock #bikemonkey #zt
@bikemonkey #fishrock2019
packet picked up â
Chill recovery swag ð¬â
Freezing cold â
Rain coming â
Breakfast lined up â
Ready for bed â
Quiet 𤫠hours â
#ridefishrock
packet picked up â
Chill recovery swag ð¬â
Freezing cold â
Rain coming â
Breakfast lined up â
Ready for bed â
Quiet 𤫠hours â
#ridefishrock
January 30, 2025 at 11:04 PM
@bikemonkey #fishrock2019
packet picked up â
Chill recovery swag ð¬â
Freezing cold â
Rain coming â
Breakfast lined up â
Ready for bed â
Quiet 𤫠hours â
#ridefishrock
packet picked up â
Chill recovery swag ð¬â
Freezing cold â
Rain coming â
Breakfast lined up â
Ready for bed â
Quiet 𤫠hours â
#ridefishrock
January 30, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Yep, 8hr mtb race will do this to ya... #powernap #imnotsnoring #wente #bikemonkey #8hr #zt #NewWente
January 30, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Yep, 8hr mtb race will do this to ya... #powernap #imnotsnoring #wente #bikemonkey #8hr #zt #NewWente
The Man himself giving us the last few warnings before the start: âThere are dinosaurs ð¦ out there... guarding aid stations... and bacon ð¥... and quesadillas....â @bikemonkey #fishrock #fishrock2018 #gravelgrinder #zt
January 30, 2025 at 10:22 PM
The Man himself giving us the last few warnings before the start: âThere are dinosaurs ð¦ out there... guarding aid stations... and bacon ð¥... and quesadillas....â @bikemonkey #fishrock #fishrock2018 #gravelgrinder #zt
Really dig the event tee, sums it up pretty well. You get lured in by the tiny light, and thereâs a monster fish ð at mile 40 waiting for you @bikemonkey #fishrock #fishrock2018 #zt #boonville #gravelgrinder
January 30, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Really dig the event tee, sums it up pretty well. You get lured in by the tiny light, and thereâs a monster fish ð at mile 40 waiting for you @bikemonkey #fishrock #fishrock2018 #zt #boonville #gravelgrinder