It’s a Haboob! – June. 30, 2025
The other evening after closing the shop I had an ill advised idea of riding up a mountain- a cool peak that stands out just outside of downtown and the site of Tucson’s birth and its name. It was a cool 103’ F when leaving the shop and a touch of humidity and wind that made for some rough conditions, but I was determined to get some bike riding in. I cruised up the mountain huffing and puffing and felt the wind pick up and some drips on my back and arms.
As I rounded the top I was greeted by an amazing sight- a large dust storm slowly enveloping the whole city. It was an amazing sight with visibility dropping and bursts of lightning. I rushed down the mountain to get home before it got to me and just got maybe a mile of harsh headwinds and dust in the eyes.