Photo Courtesy of Victor Hilitski Fernando J. Soto - April 2026 Mishigami 2025 A race recap: 1,121 miles around Lake Michigan—my first bike race, my first ultra-endurance race, and a completely reasonable life choice. 1,121.11 mi Distance 3d 19h 35m Official time 22,689 ft Elevation gain 2nd Overall CONTENTS The ride that changed everything The spark—and the midnight idea The buildup—gear & training Race prep—controlled chaos Day 1—the chase north Day 2—the Garmin crisis and

Jack Peck | April 2026 I've always enjoyed riding at night. Long before I had a reason to, I was voluntarily heading out after dark — less traffic, cooler temps, the road quiet in a way it never is at noon. It was something I sought out, especially when training for ultra races where night riding is a necessity to stay competitive and make up lost ground. Having kids didn't change my night riding preferences, it actually pushed me toward more of it. Now the windows that work