I was there last weekend and rode from Avalanche TH to highway 50. I then got a ride to Kenosha pass and rode Seg 6 to Gold Hill trail head. I camped one night near hwy 50. It didnt take long to realize I needed to lose some gear weight off my bike. I did carry a tarp tent, and have been thiking about dropping that from the gear list and just sliding my bag and sleep pad inside an emergency Bivvy to sleep. My biggest concern is mosquito's driving me nut's while I try to sleep. What have some of you done to deal with this? Or is it something you just have to deal with if you don't pitch a tent?

Thanks!

Dennis

I just updated my CTR GPS track file. Thanks to Nick Patzer, the starting section through Waterton Canyon is now generated from on-the-ground data--just like every other section.

Please read all the entire blog post before downloading and using this track--there's some important stuff in there that will help you get the most out of the waypoints, etc.

http://tobygadd.blogspot.com/2012/01/colorado-trail-race-gpsgpx-tracks-and.html

Looks great Toby! Thanks!

I'm planning on a 2-3 day trip ride next weekend, and thinking I may start at Waterton Canyon. Can anyone recommend a safe place to leave my car? I'm a little concerned leaving it at the trailhead may invite thieves or vandals.

Also, count this rookie in. Most likely starting July 28 so I can get back to work.

Thanks!

Dennis

mtbordie and mtnbound - I'm in for a Saturday start as well.  See you on the 28th! 

A buddy and I have been talking about starting Saturday as well. Does anyone know if it's possible to get a spot tracker for an early start?