Reset and Roam

04/05/2026

The fundamentals don’t care how experienced you are.
Week 13 of my 50 by 50 journey — I kicked off SSI Divemaster training, passed the underwater fitness test, and completed my Nitrox certification. That’s 4 of 5 required SSI specialties done.
No gym this week. The pool was the gym.
And quietly, without chasing it — 212.5 lbs. The lowest bodyweight I’ve recorded since December 2016.
491 days into this journey. 11.5 goals complete. 945 days until I turn 50.
The clock’s running. So am I.
🔗 Full week recap at resetandroam.com (link in bio)

04/03/2026

I’ve always been an explorer at heart.

Driven to see more. Experience more. Push into places most people never go.

But nothing — nothing — pulls at me like the underwater world.

Scuba diving doesn’t just feed that hunger. It touches something deep in my soul.

This is where I belong. 🌊🤿

03/24/2026

🐻 World Bear Day

Bears aren’t just powerful animals… they’re a reflection of how well we’re protecting the wild.

Some incredible organizations are leading the way:

🌲 :protecting critical grizzly habitat

🧊 :fighting for polar bears as sea ice disappears

🩺 rescuing and rehabilitating black bears

And right here in Utah, Utah’s is helping educate, support research, and give bears a voice through every person who walks through their gates.

If you want to make a difference:

• Support conservation groups
• Learn how to prevent human bear conflicts
• Make small choices that help protect our planet

Because protecting bears means protecting something bigger than ourselves.

03/10/2026

Back in the water. 🏊‍♂️ 800 yards today — drills, distance, and a cool down that reminded me why I love this. The pool doesn’t care what kind of day you’re having. It just asks you to show up.

03/06/2026

Working on Goal #9 of my 50 by 50 journey: completing my SSI Diver Stress and Rescue certification.

Spent the evening finishing the last of our pool work with an incredible group of people and an awesome team at . This class really changes how you think underwater. It’s not just about being a better diver; it’s about being ready to help when something goes wrong.

Knowing I can potentially make a difference for someone in trouble is a powerful feeling.

Next up: open water dives in a few days. Let’s see how the training holds up in the real world.

Dive Shop:

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03/04/2026

Sometimes the goal changes, but the mission doesn’t.

My big goal for 2025 was to get off my CPAP machine. I did everything my doctor asked. I lost 40 lbs and lowered my BMI, hoping that would fix the problem.

But after my latest appointment, I got some tough news. My airway is structurally narrow, and my overnight oxygen levels still drop too low. In other words, this isn’t something weight loss alone can fix.

So now it’s time to pivot.

If I can’t eliminate the CPAP, the new challenge is figuring out how to live the life I want with it.

That means learning how to travel with it, power it in remote places, and still chase the big goals I’ve set for myself. Hiking to Everest Base Camp. Diving deep wrecks. Exploring places most people never see.

Same mission. New strategy.

Follow along as I figure out how to make it all work.

03/02/2026

But what about the weather?

Rain. Rain. Rain.
And then… a clear sky exactly when the blood moon hits.

That feels like a sign.

Should I go, or is it too much of a gamble?

What would you choose?

Blood Moon - March 3, 2026
Begins at 4:04 AM MTN

03/01/2026

February 27 is National Polar Bear Day. Today I stopped by the Utah Hogle Zoo to spend some time watching the polar bears. Seeing them up close reminds you how massive and truly majestic these animals are. They are also a threatened species, and learning about them is one small way we can help protect them.

If you get the chance, visit Hogle Zoo or your local zoo and spend some time with the animals. Understanding them is the first step toward caring, and caring is what leads to conservation.

If you live nearby, consider becoming a member of Hogle Zoo. It is a small but mighty zoo doing meaningful work for wildlife and conservation.

To learn about my crazy adventures and my 50 by 50 goals like the link in my bio.

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03/01/2025

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02/26/2025

The other day, I mentioned a Scuba skills update, casually noting I was one step closer to my big goal. Someone asked, What’s the big goal? And I realized—I’ve been talking about my 50 by 50 goals like everyone knows them.

At the core, it’s simple: travel the world, push my limits, grow, and maybe ditch my CPAP. Everything else? Just stepping stones. By 2028, I’ll know for sure if I pulled it off.

To learn more check out the link in my bio.

02/26/2025

Check out this awesome opportunity!!

The Black Diamond Elevate Scholarship is a need-based, full-ride scholarship offered by Black Diamond in partnership with NOLS for select summer/fall 2025 courses.

This scholarship covers travel, gear, and tuition for participants aged 24 or younger. Applicants must first complete a financial aid form and a follow-up questionnaire. The application period is from February 5 to March 5, 2025, with recipients notified in late April.

Check out the link in my bio!!

02/16/2025

🌍 Reintroducing Reset and Roam: The Adventures of Chris Roper

What if you could hit reset on your life and step into something bigger? What if you could embrace adventure, push your limits, and create a version of yourself that feels fully alive?

That’s exactly what I’m doing.

Reset and Roam is my journey of transformation—from navigating life’s hardest changes to saying YES to new experiences. Over the next few years, I’ll be diving with great white sharks, hiking to Everest Base Camp, mastering photography, tasting new foods, and discovering what’s possible when you stop letting fear hold you back.

But this isn’t just about me—I want you to come on this adventure with me.

Join me as I explore, learn, and grow. Let’s reset, roam, and see where this journey takes us.

📖 Read my latest post: https://buff.ly/3CXbxN5
✨ What’s one adventure you’ve always wanted to take but haven’t yet? Drop it in the comments!

Reset and Roam is my journey of adventure, reinvention, and pushing limits. After a life-changing reset, I’m embracing new challenges—diving with great white sharks, hiking to Everest Base Camp, mastering photography, and exploring the world. Join me as I step outside my comfort zone, share less...