Just a side note to @Crank 's post. An often overlooked area to ride is the White Rim Trail which goes along the Colorado River to the confluence with the Green River then up the Green River. Along with roads on the mesa, you can ride around the Island in the Sky. At least I didn't know about it when I moved out here even though I knew about Moab. I've done it three times, each time was 4 days, 3 nights of self-supported camping. Soooo much fun.
White Rim Road
All of it is dirt road. Access is limited by permit so you don't see many people or vehicles. Camping is always at designated areas with outhouses so that is where you'll likely meet people other than in passing. The camping areas are pretty spread out so you don't notice the others much.I have thought about doing this trip. From my understanding much of it is dirt road. If true, does it see much traffic? I am envisioning getting dusted out by passing off road vehicles.
That's my old Sugar 2+. The one I replaced last year. Not so old school at the time the picture was taken: 4/4/11. It was only 8 y.o. at the time.
It's amazing how quickly I can lose my fitness.
No cool pics in this post. Just a heavy sigh... Went out yesterday on a normally easy ride after two weeks off on vacation away from home. The phrase "no gas in the tank" comes to mind. It's amazing how quickly I can lose my fitness. That didn't happen when I was 20!
Oh well, no more lazing around for me
There’s some low grade viral crap going around, too. I was out for an early ride with my son and one of his friends on Wed and had nothing. Just foggy and no energy.
Decided it was still a fine idea to do the more technical downhill, wrecked twice, and then wrecked again on the flow section. All spots where I never have any issues.
Fortunately mostly only some typical rash, but it was like “wow, so I can’t ride anymore”.
And then yesterday I was pretty much dialed. Go figure.
Additionally, and a bit more seriously, paying attention to your body and your energy levels is pretty important whether it be mtb or skiing. It is risky to push yourself beyond your strength and energy levels.
Keep the rubber side down and heal quickly, @nay
I blame the dusty, dry tread. There is no grip.
Additionally, and a bit more seriously, paying attention to your body and your energy levels is pretty important whether it be mtb or skiing. It is risky to push yourself beyond your strength and energy levels.
Keep the rubber side down and heal quickly, @nay
The 401 Trail is a classic. You ride up and up then go down and down. It is a great ride.