Here in Capitol Reef National Park, with our bikes, we set out on the Scenic Byway. The first 8 miles were paved but steep. What views of the vertical rock faces and sandstone formations against the totally blue skies, wow! After cresting the hill at the slick rock divide, we swooped down to the end of the pavement. Then it was 2 miles on sand and gravel on the only road through the San Rafael Swell until 1965. As we pedaled along, wer were thinking of the Model Ts...we had more horsepower?
On our return trip, it happened. After pausing to catch our breaths at the Divide, we remounted our bikes and GO...What a ride. Over 2 miles we glided down the road with magnificent scenery and not one pedal rotation.
PS We're camped in a old orchard planted by Mormon settlers over 150 years ago. Arrived in time to still pick some apples which we are enjoying in our pancakes, pies, and just good eating!
On our return trip, it happened. After pausing to catch our breaths at the Divide, we remounted our bikes and GO...What a ride. Over 2 miles we glided down the road with magnificent scenery and not one pedal rotation.
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