Time: 3h13m08s
Distance: 100.6km
Avg Spd: 31.3km/hr
Climbing: 470m
Easy ride today. 95km of downhill and a 5km climb. But absolutely stunning. We followed Highway 50 along the Arkansas River and passed through some amazing canyons.
We rode with Mark K today, who is a Colorado native. He directed us to a sweet alternate route heading into town. Rather than rolling down the highway into town, we peeled off to the left, and took a one-way road called "Skyline Drive" that follows a ridge overlooking town. The view from the top was amazing. Totally worth climbing the 11% grade to get to the top.
Camp tonight is at "The Abbey" an old monastery that has been converted into a facility that can be used for public events. No pics of it yet, but it's a decent size with hot showers. We showed up early enough to pitch our tents in the shade.
Stephen!!I am thoroughly enjoying reading your posts and seeing the photographs! Some of the places you have been through look just amazing and so beautiful. (Love that little diner, by the way, reminds me of something you would see in a movie). Work is really strange without you and we miss you. Stay well and best wishes for the rest of your journey! Alison (Vector)
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