Cortez CO Rally, 2018 - Page 8
Page 8 of 12 FirstFirst 123456789101112 LastLast
Results 71 to 80 of 111

Thread: Cortez CO Rally, 2018

  1. #71
    Senior Member 2wheelsforme's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2016
    Location
    Gulf Breeze, Florida
    Posts
    1,444
    Got a room for Monday night in Pagosa Springs so now it is a for sure.

  2. #72
    Senior Member F6Bster's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2017
    Location
    Colorado Mountains
    Posts
    555
    Quote Originally Posted by 2wheelsforme View Post
    Got a room for Monday night in Pagosa Springs so now it is a for sure.
    You guys will have fun for sure!!! AZ has ridden it so he knows what a great ride it is. Be sure to stop and look at North Clear Creek Falls on the right about 1/4-1/2 mile after you crest the ridge after the pulloff for the overlook of the Rio Grande headwaters on the left.

    2wheels. Sounds like you are going to ride Cumbres and LaManga Passes from Antonito to Chama. That is a GREAT ride also!!!! Few more hills than the Pensacola area!!!!
    2016 F6B Deluxe
    Jupiter Orange Metallic

  3. #73
    Senior Member 2wheelsforme's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2016
    Location
    Gulf Breeze, Florida
    Posts
    1,444
    Yes both, thinking they will be much better than the pictures on Google Street View, those have too much snow ruining the view.

  4. #74
    Senior Member F6Bster's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2017
    Location
    Colorado Mountains
    Posts
    555
    Those passes get a lot of snow in the winter. Just beautiful in April!!!

  5. #75
    Senior Member Az Wingrider's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2015
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Posts
    323
    We will definitely stop at North Clear Creek Falls.

  6. #76
    Senior Member F6Bster's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2017
    Location
    Colorado Mountains
    Posts
    555

    Drink Lots of Water!!!

    For everyone coming out to Cortez I have a couple of words of advice: Drink lots of water and stay hydrated!!!!

    The sun and high altitude will affect you more than you might imagine. Swig lots of water, especially every time you make a stop. Some of the passes are near 12,000 feet and you don’t get as much oxygen, so you’ll need to move a little slower and drink the water to help avoid altitude sickness (headache and nausea). Alcohol and smoking can make the sickness worse, so keep this in mind if altitude sickness hits.

  7. #77
    Senior Member Az Wingrider's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2015
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Posts
    323
    F6Bster hit the nail on the head. Hydration is as important in the high country as it is in the desert. Carry water on the bike don't depend on finding it when you stop. You will most likely stop at overlooks and points of interest where there isn't any water.

    See everyone in a few days.
    Az Wingrider

  8. #78
    Supporting Vendor, Admin RickW's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2013
    Location
    Madison, OH
    Posts
    877
    Road from Flagstaff to Hoover Dam today, Temps were high 90's last 60 miles. Was about 107 deg at the Dam taking the tours and walking around.
    Riding up to North Las Vegas afterwards was about 112 deg. I don't think I have ever ridden in that kind of heat. Going up to Zion tomorrow, should be a little cooler.

  9. #79
    Senior Member Az Wingrider's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2015
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Posts
    323
    Zion from Cortez can be a nice ride. Utah-95,Utah-24, Utah-12, Us-89 and then Utah-9 is a very scenic route. Zion will be warm but Bryce Canyon on Utah-12 is at 8,000 ft and is beautiful and a lot cooler. I was at Zion last month and the crowds are huge so bring some patience.

    Have a great ride
    Az Wingrider

  10. #80
    Junior Member jimsom's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2014
    Location
    Colorado Springs, CO
    Posts
    4
    Cancelled reservation at Cortez Super 8, if anyone is looking for a room. Real life interferes with my playtime again.

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •