Ironworks Podcast
Acie and Steve are two guys who, through twenty years of friendship, have accumulated a quiver full of funny stories, pursued a range of outdoor activities, and pushed each other to be better men. A very accomplished cyclist competing in mountain, gravel, and road race events, Acie brings a wealth of knowledge about training, equipment, and the ability to suffer well. Steve enjoys the backcountry in a variety of ways. Much more relaxed about fitness and training, he still regularly trains for his mountaineering and alpine objectives on the trails near the New River Gorge National Park. His analytical personality, and frequent trips into the backcountry have given him the opportunity to test an endless array and combination of gear and find a balance that allow him to stay fit and still fulfill all of his other responsibilities. We hope to pass these hard-won lessons on in the Ironworks.
Ironworks Podcast
How Do We Manage Disappointment
In episode 7 Acie and Steve break down their mindset when they have to confront disappointments. Acie talks about how in his racing disappointment has driven him to be a better athlete and a better man. Steve talks about disappointment in the world of alpine climbing and they talk a little about their trip together to Mount Rainier in 2020. This episode ends with the guys talking about it as something is not to be avoided, but rather use it when it comes to gain an advantage for next time.
