Riding at Moab, Utah

Monday I took a detour from my journey back to California, turned left onto Utah Route 128 towards Moab. This road might just be the most beautiful I have driven. It runs along the Colorado River alongside Arches National Park.

I had pizza and beer at Zax in downtown Moab and stayed there for the night. Tuesday morning I did some shopping, then decided Klondike Bluffs Trail would work for me. Klondike Bluffs is on the easier side of Moab trails but since riding in a car for the last few days and not in the best shape with 2 days of driving left, I thought it a wise choice. I was by no means disappointed. The ride was amazing to say the least. The trail had 800 feet of elevation gain to 5400'. Riding on the slickrock was an unique experience. I found it remarkable how well the traction was. After joining up with a guy from Vermont, we rode up to the edge of Arches National Park. He took off I guess for a hike of the Park.

I took a couple photos, hopped on the bike and rode down. And what a ride down it was.
The Kona Blast held up for the jarring ride although my hands and arms were exhausted from holding on.
I would say to anyone who likes to ride a bike: Moab is a must! I only rode one trail of many and I was overly impressed.

I almost forgot, along the trail, the dinosaur footprints make the ride that much more interesting.