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You got it...that's my beloved BB in the photo. At the top left of the page, click on "User CP." That will let you fill out a profile, add photos, attach a "signature," etc. Have fun on the trip...don't hesitate to ask more questions.
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If you're not in a real big hurry, go north out of Montrose to Delta. Then 133 to Carbondale. 82 thru Aspen, and across Independence Pass to Highway 24. Follow 24 into Colorado Springs.
Weather is unpredictable, my advice would be to check the forecast every morning. Keep an alternate route planned to stay off the high mountain passes if there's any chance of rain or snow. Those high passes can freeze up fast even in May.
Weather is unpredictable, my advice would be to check the forecast every morning. Keep an alternate route planned to stay off the high mountain passes if there's any chance of rain or snow. Those high passes can freeze up fast even in May.
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Thanks, Bill, you are right, it all comes down to tomorrows forecast and that isn't always right. So what do you think a good alternate from Durango to CS would be - 160 to 25, or maybe 160 to 285 to 50 east?
Thanks, Sammy D
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Sammy... You should be fine. I ride year round in the heart of the Rockies up at elevation. There could be a stray snowstorm around then, but if so it will be a wet one, with the flakes melting when they hit the pavement. Last week you could have made the journey you mention above. From Cortez to the Springs you've outlined a fine one. There's others, but the one you've selected above is one of the better ones. Late May is a great time to ride Colorado.
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No matter what route you take from Durango to Colorado Springs, you have to cross the continential divide. I prefer the 160/285/24 route not being a fan of I-25 (or any interstate for that matter).
sfarson was right about the stray afternoon thunderstorms. You may want to consider timing your route to hit the high passes closer to noon. That rain can sure get cold at 10,000 to 11,000 feet.
sfarson was right about the stray afternoon thunderstorms. You may want to consider timing your route to hit the high passes closer to noon. That rain can sure get cold at 10,000 to 11,000 feet.
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