My hosts, before cooling off at Lava Beds National Monument
Vivian and Gregg, Klamath Falls hosts extraordinaire, became tour coordinators on my second day. While escaping the heat at Lava Beds National Monument (really -- the lava caves are at least 20 degrees cooler, and sometimes have ice floors), Vivian put a bug in my ear about weekend plans. It seems a group of them was planning on going mountain biking in Oakridge; would I like to join them?
Well, yes! Although I'm not sure if I would have had that response if I had watched this first...
Well, three days and many thrills, spills, and chills later, we came out of the hills. It was great, and I hope Kent and Vivian have speedy recoveries! A wonderful weekend with a great group -- Vivian and Gregg, Grant, Kent, Marsh, and Chris -- thanks so much for making me feel so at home.
Here are some pics of the calmer moments. No scree, no blood, no wondering how I'm going to get down this mass of switchbacks.
from the top at Day 2
All smiles!
looks can be deceiving; seems like a pleasant ride, doesn't it?
The view from my seat on the shuttle
A little spent, maybe a little lost...
End of Day 2
the view from my bike seat at the top - Day 3
among the firs
Ready to head back to K Falls
After three exhilarating days of riding, back in the truck Grant and I went to Klamath Falls. I immediately was unconscious, while Grant ferried us back like a champ. There's a September ride planned for Waldo Lake. Hmmmm....
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