CDN GDR = Canadian Great Divide Mountain Bike Route

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http://www.bowcycle.com/bikes/blogs/viks-picks/index.php?s=cdn+gdr&x=0&y=0

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safe riding,

Vik
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The bike was heavy which obviously takes a lot of effort to get over the mountains en route, but also means you have to ride conservatively on the way down to avoid damaging your rig.  I think with less weight I'd have more fun and be able to cover the same route in probably 60%-70% of the time we took.  Being able to ride my bike more like a mtn bike and less like a touring bike would be a lot more enjoyable.

That said I had a blast and I'm glad I took the time to ride the new portion of the CDN GDR.

safe riding,

Vik
www.thelazyrando.com

I'm running a Shimano Alfine in my Surly Pugsley.  It has worked great for snow, sand, beach riding as well as the CDN GDR.

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safe riding,

Vik
www.thelazyrando.com