I volunteered my wife to lead Friday so we'll see ya there! Should be interesting!
@bluecruiser Should I have the Ladies run on my Sched if my wife's the leader for that day? I don't want to soak up a slot that could go to anyone else.
First time to Colorado. I bought my first 40 my sophomore year of high school back in 1989. Just curious if I picked at good mix of trails to take in the full experience.
I think it's a good mix. The only one I would add if you couldn't do one of the others would be Alpine Loop. It's a long day and covers a lot of miles but it's very scenic.
Which of these trails are inadvisable without a an experienced trail guide? I understand the Poughkeepsie Gulch is not for stock trucks and Black Bear Pass is challenging but how about the others?
Asking, in case I don't get a spot and try to explore some of these trails on my own at another time.
Which of these trails are inadvisable without a an experienced trail guide? I understand the Poughkeepsie Gulch is not for stock trucks and Black Bear Pass is challenging but how about the others?
Asking, in case I don't get a spot and try to explore some of these trails on my own at another time.
You named the only 2 I can think of where a guide/spotter would be good. First time I did these trails, I did them solo. I did not find them difficult at all. The views can cause a little "pucker" though.
Black Bear is actually very easy....until the Steps. Then, it's good to be with someone who knows the lines. Take it slow and it's completely manageable.
I am super excited at the trails I'm running this year, but extremely nervous as I am riding co pilot on Friday so the wife can enjoy HIH like never before. Awesome idea guys!
I've already changed my selections a few times...too many trails and trail leaders I want to get in on! I think I am going to tag along with you @geanes. Does any of the stuff you are doing beforehand require anything special like lockers? I rolling 33's a Tough Dog lift and sliders. Sounds like a good time to explore some parts of the state I haven't had the opportunity to see!
I've already changed my selections a few times...too many trails and trail leaders I want to get in on! I think I am going to tag along with you @geanes. Does any of the stuff you are doing beforehand require anything special like lockers? I rolling 33's a Tough Dog lift and sliders. Sounds like a good time to explore some parts of the state I haven't had the opportunity to see!
While it would be nice to have them, I didn't bring the bikes in 2017 and don't plan to this year. If I wasn't travelling so far, I'd likely reconsider since there were kids riding around camp.
I may look into renting bikes during a day trip to Telluride, but am just tossing ideas around at this point. I have to add some stuff that the kids want to do so I'm also considering hiking, white water rafting, or climbing trips while we're out there.