From the bench and beyond

Stories behind the work.

Stubborn bolts, a motorcycle brought back to life, and the next wall to climb. A little patience goes a long way.

Workshop Girl climbing an indoor wall as a belayer manages the rope below.

Sport

Workshop Girl Tries Indoor Rock Climbing

Up the wall, one hold at a time.

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Workshop Girl sitting beside an exposed car suspension with a breaker bar after struggling with a stubborn fastener.

Diary

The First Bolt I Couldn't Remove

I thought I needed more strength. What I actually needed was a better plan.

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Workshop Girl standing beside a neglected dark-green classic motorcycle at the beginning of a workshop project.

Projects

Bringing an Old Motorcycle Back to Life

One neglected motorcycle. Years of dust. No guarantee it would run. Time to find out what it needs.

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