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Reply #60 on: July 19, 2010, 08:45:23 AM
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Thanks for the great photos, KO. Absolutely beautiful and motivating. I can hardly wait to get out there!
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Topic Name: 2010 Colorado Trail Race
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Reply #61 on: July 19, 2010, 06:47:06 PM
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Reply #62 on: July 19, 2010, 08:43:12 PM
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Stefan_G
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« Reply #62 on: July 19, 2010, 08:43:12 PM » |
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Beautiful pics and write-up! That is such an incredible and beautiful piece of trail. Glad you got to experience it. |
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“The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.”
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Reply #63 on: July 20, 2010, 12:40:16 PM
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KO
Location: Denver, CO
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« Reply #63 on: July 20, 2010, 12:40:16 PM » |
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Beautiful pics and write-up! That is such an incredible and beautiful piece of trail. Glad you got to experience it.
Thanks, Stefan. I knew I wasn't gonna be able to do the whole CT and I really wanted to check out 22 & 23. You guys provide so much inspiration for average Joes like to do this kind of stuff. |
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Reply #64 on: July 27, 2010, 08:09:47 PM
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jakomait
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
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« Reply #64 on: July 27, 2010, 08:09:47 PM » |
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Can anyone help a rookie out? Section 8 goes by Copper but it isn't obvious where the quick access to a store is. Any tips? The CT guide book makes me think its 1.6 miles after crossing 91 with a store or two hiding in villas. Seems kinda vague.
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It is better to regret the things you've done than the things you haven't.
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Reply #65 on: July 27, 2010, 08:24:55 PM
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tetontodd
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« Reply #65 on: July 27, 2010, 08:24:55 PM » |
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When you ride the big downhill into copper, there is a gas station off the trail near the highway and a restaurant I guess near the resort. Best bet is refuel at the gas station, make a call in and get going up Searle and Kokomo. Don't waste to much time here! You can plan on getting another good meal in Leadville!
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Reply #66 on: July 27, 2010, 09:04:03 PM
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cat morrison
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« Reply #66 on: July 27, 2010, 09:04:03 PM » |
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There is actually a Quizno's and Starbucks by the gas station as well.  |
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Reply #67 on: July 27, 2010, 10:43:58 PM
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Stefan_G
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« Reply #67 on: July 27, 2010, 10:43:58 PM » |
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If you are in Copper midday/afternoon/evening, when riding through the ski area, you can detour 1/8 mile down to Endo's Bar and Grill for a huge, greasy pile of nachos. Not sure of the hours there, but I don't think they're open for breakfast. Maybe jump on the bungee trampoline thing while you're at it...
The Copper Gas station is not open 24 hours. Something like 7am - 9pm, and 9am-5pm for the Quiznos were their hours last year.
Don't forget, the CT doesn't follow the pavement! The trail stays in the woods for a mile or so before crossing Hwy 91. Nice camp spots in the trees by the creek there, BTW.
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Reply #68 on: July 29, 2010, 12:43:51 PM
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dkirk
Location: Yakima Washington
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« Reply #68 on: July 29, 2010, 12:43:51 PM » |
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Speaking of gustatory delights, what are peoples' favorite places to eat in Leadville and BV?
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Reply #69 on: July 29, 2010, 02:56:08 PM
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cat morrison
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« Reply #69 on: July 29, 2010, 02:56:08 PM » |
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In BV there are two really good, fast, greasy food joints. If you head into BV as you are going to cross the road over to Cottonwood Pass (the main road perpendicular to Main St) at the light you can take a right and find a place just on your right that has a walk up counter for burgers, burritos, shakes, etc.., think it is called Pancho's. If you go to the left there is Kay's Dairy Delight (i believe) but they both can get busy as they are on the main drag for go through traffic. On Main towards the river there is another greasy food place on the right if going towards the river and that place is possibly called Dinky's....look for tables in front. In Leadville, not too sure but the Main Street coffee shop on the left (big surprise...can't remember that name either) serves a mean cup of java and really good chocolate croissants. Hope this helps!
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Reply #70 on: July 29, 2010, 04:05:02 PM
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Reply #71 on: July 29, 2010, 04:10:11 PM
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donkey
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« Reply #71 on: July 29, 2010, 04:10:11 PM » |
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Believe it or not....Rosie's went out of business!!! In terms of Leadville eats......High Mountains Pies. Awesome pizza and sandwiches. It's on W. Fourth st. For coffee.....like Cat said....Provin Grounds is on the main drag and has great coffee/baked goods. |
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Reply #72 on: July 29, 2010, 04:16:30 PM
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Slowerthensnot
Have fun and go far
Location: Idledale, CO
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« Reply #72 on: July 29, 2010, 04:16:30 PM » |
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Believe it or not....Rosie's went out of business!!!
In terms of Leadville eats......High Mountains Pies. It's awesome. It's on W. Fourth st.
For coffee.....like Cat said....Provin Grounds is on the main drag and has great coffee/baked goods.
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Reply #73 on: July 29, 2010, 05:16:34 PM
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dkirk
Location: Yakima Washington
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« Reply #73 on: July 29, 2010, 05:16:34 PM » |
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Thanks for the suggestions everyone. I hope to sample them! Hey Cat, if I finish, there is a very good chance I won't remember where I ate either.  |
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Reply #74 on: August 01, 2010, 07:11:55 AM
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murphyo
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« Reply #74 on: August 01, 2010, 07:11:55 AM » |
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Just want to say good luck to all the 2010 CTRers. Ride hard, be safe, and have fun! Can't wait to read the stories and see the photos.
-Owen
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Reply #75 on: August 01, 2010, 09:51:24 AM
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mtbcast
Location: Sugar Hill, GA
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« Reply #75 on: August 01, 2010, 09:51:24 AM » |
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Stefan confirmed receipt of the phone number/cards. I hope to hear from many of you this year. As of last night he was looking for one more Spot tracker. Those who want to follow the audio who are unfamiliar with MTBCast, you can follow at mtbcast.com and subscribe to the RSS or play from each post. Or look us up on iTunes and subscribe there. I will have all of the calls go into the main feed, just like the TDR. There will also be a CTR10 feed as well so you can look for that link on the page too. |
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Reply #76 on: August 01, 2010, 08:34:34 PM
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ramstrong1
Location: Fort Collins
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« Reply #76 on: August 01, 2010, 08:34:34 PM » |
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Best of luck and HAPPY TRAILS to all the 2010 CTR crazies! I hope things go great for everyone and you come back safe and sound with tons of good tales! I'll be keeping a close eye on the MTB cast! Next year.....................I'm gonna beat 11 days! tom (ramstrong) Jensen |
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Reply #77 on: August 03, 2010, 10:35:02 AM
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Lee Blackwell
Location: Tubac, Arizona Leadville, Colorado
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« Reply #77 on: August 03, 2010, 10:35:02 AM » |
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This morning (Aug 3rd) I just saw Ethan Passant and a few minutes later saw Jesse Jakomait under warm sunny skies on Leadville's main street. There was slow soaking rain last night and both looked incredibly well considering what they have just come through. Way to go! Ethan got his bike rinsed off at the bike shop and Jesse bought some neoprene socks at Sawatch backcountry. I just happened to be downtown and CT racers are easy to recognize!  Lee |
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