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Posted By: PaulBarnard Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Day one was the 950 mile drive to Dalhart TX. Day two is the 400 mile drive to Crested Butte. I love the stretch between Clayton NM and Raton. It starts with the grassy plains then gives way to the volcanoes. Sierra Grande serves a silent welcome to the Rockies.

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There's some wildlife to be seen along the route.
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And pronghorn. I think this one is a shooter, but I am not sure.

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Laurie thought this pic was comical

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This is the biggest herd I have ever seen.

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The view from the condo where I sit typing.

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After I got settled in, Laurie and I took a bike ride down the mountain into town for dinner. She got to ride the new electric assist bike I bought her for our anniversary for the first time. She loves it. She kicked my butt riding back up the mountain.

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Posted By: viking Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Nice pictures.

Now just obey the traffic laws 😂
Posted By: rockinbbar Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Man!

I'd love to be in the cool mountains for a few weeks about now!

Have fun, and stay safe!
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20

I remember back when I was a sprocket head early 90's

Went to Crested Butte with a bunch of buds...rented condo @ 9200'

Rode up from there on s/track trails....drank beer & partied long into the night

Did that for a week....those were the days.....now a s/track trail at 9K' would kill me cry

Travis will enjoy UR pics I'm sure.......

Did ya kill the coyote ?
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Lotta antelope from Texline to Raton.
Posted By: Godogs57 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
That's my route every year headed to NM for elk and antelope! We usually spend the night in Dalhart before finishing the trip the next morning to Eagle Nest, Raton or Angel Fire. Tons of antelope on that route.

Required visit: Capulin Volcano....need to do that at least once.
Cool shots.

Fun Fact: Pronghorns are over-evolved in terms of speed and distance keeping from predators. Their speed and tendency to maintain distance evolved when North America had cheetahs who could catch them (long extinct here). Pronghorns have likely lost a little of their speed and distance keeping traits over the last 10,000 years, but still retain far more of those characteristics than made necessary by any predator in North America still extant.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut

I remember back when I was a sprocket head early 90's

Went to Crested Butte with a bunch of buds...rented condo @ 9200'

Rode up from there on s/track trails....drank beer & partied long into the night

Did that for a week....those were the days.....now a s/track trail at 9K' would kill me cry

Travis will enjoy UR pics I'm sure.......

Did ya kill the coyote ?


That 'yote was far away and all I had was my SR22.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by Godogs57
That's my route every year headed to NM for elk and antelope! We usually spend the night in Dalhart before finishing the trip the next morning to Eagle Nest, Raton or Angel Fire. Tons of antelope on that route.

Required visit: Capulin Volcano....need to do that at least once.


I have never visited. I drive right past it every summer. I think that area where the plains give way to the Rockies is spectacularly beautiful. Especially when it's green.
Posted By: wabigoon Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Nice, thanks Paul.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
The view from my porch this morning.

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Posted By: simonkenton7 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Beautiful photos! I love the West, and especially the Rockies.
Posted By: EdM Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by rockinbbar
Man!

I'd love to be in the cool mountains for a few weeks about now!

Have fun, and stay safe!


Sixty degrees here... My son and DIL are roasting in Boerne.
Posted By: BrowningGuy88 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
We stay a night in Dalhart every time we go west. The drive from there into the Rockies is truly spectacular.
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
It’s always funny to me to see antelope slow down to go under a fence instead of just bounding over it.
Posted By: Valsdad Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Hey Paul

thanks for the pics. Way different than your home locale.

Did you bring the spandex? Might have helped racing back up the hill against the electric wife.

Enjoy the rest of your time there.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by Valsdad
Hey Paul

thanks for the pics. Way different than your home locale.

Did you bring the spandex? Might have helped racing back up the hill against the electric wife.

Enjoy the rest of your time there.


4 pair of spandex shorts!
Posted By: johnw Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by Valsdad
Hey Paul

thanks for the pics. Way different than your home locale.

Did you bring the spandex? Might have helped racing back up the hill against the electric wife.

Enjoy the rest of your time there.


4 pair of spandex shorts!

Let's keep the pics focused on wildlife and local scenery?
Please?
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Pictures of Laurie are fine though.
Posted By: Beaver10 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Originally Posted by viking
Nice pictures.

Now just obey the traffic laws 😂


Where’s the spandex super suit Paul? Come on man, we gotta see the outfit.

LOL

😎
Posted By: slumlord Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
950 ?

How many hours?

Piss bottle in the cup holder ?
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20


I really thought Travis would ask if ya got laid.......
Posted By: jimdgc Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Made that trip many times. Ever give any thought to why anyone would chose to live in Dalhart or better yet Texline. FWIW prices for hotels and fuel are much better by way of Dumas.
Posted By: cowdoc Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Hot air balloons in that locale could be interesting. It can be pretty rough terrain once you're off the road a ways. I can think of lots of places I would not want to land one of those!
Posted By: Dave_in_WV Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Nice pictures. Thanks for sharing.
Posted By: Birdwatcher Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Great pics! Congrats!

I'm pondering driving up to NY State next month to deliver puppies and visit kinfolk, the last time I drove that far in a vehicle was seven years back, and that was 36 hours with two drivers, I have no real idea how long that 1,800 miles would take me by myself.
Enjoy your VC Paul.
Thanks for the photos.
Posted By: RemModel8 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/12/20
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.
Posted By: CRS Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Spent summer of 1990 in Colorado Springs interning. Took a 3 day trip to CB for mountain biking and had a great time.

Wonderful summer of working hard and player even harder!
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
I did a 23 mile mountain bike ride this afternoon. It had a pretty substantial climb. I have only been at altitude for a day and a half. On the steepest part of the climb I got light headed. I rode up into some snow remaining at about 10,500 feet. The downhill makes it all worthwhile. Nearly 43 MPH on a dirt road is a hoot.

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Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by BrowningGuy88
We stay a night in Dalhart every time we go west. The drive from there into the Rockies is truly spectacular.


It's a shame that Raton is kinda run down. Geographically it's in a great place.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by antlers
Pictures of Laurie are fine though.


I'll get y'all some.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by Beaver10
Originally Posted by viking
Nice pictures.

Now just obey the traffic laws 😂


Where’s the spandex super suit Paul? Come on man, we gotta see the outfit.

LOL

😎


Stand by!
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
It's a shame that Raton is kinda run down. Geographically it's in a great place.
That place has been absolutely dying since about 2003 when the coal mine (which was the town’s main employer) closed down. A third of the population left. And many businesses closed due to lack of customers.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by slumlord
950 ?

How many hours?

Piss bottle in the cup holder ?


I rolled out at 4 am and arrived just before 7 pm. I made several stops so Shadow and I could take care of business.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by jimdgc
Made that trip many times. Ever give any thought to why anyone would chose to live in Dalhart or better yet Texline. FWIW prices for hotels and fuel are much better by way of Dumas.


There's a pet friendly Econo lodge that I can back the truck right up to my door and unload the bikes. Laurie is always out there before me, so it's just Shadow and I. We don't need anything fancy..
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by Birdwatcher
Great pics! Congrats!

I'm pondering driving up to NY State next month to deliver puppies and visit kinfolk, the last time I drove that far in a vehicle was seven years back, and that was 36 hours with two drivers, I have no real idea how long that 1,800 miles would take me by myself.


I'd probably make it a 3 day drive if I did it. Back to back 900 mile days would be brutal.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by antlers
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
It's a shame that Raton is kinda run down. Geographically it's in a great place.
That place has been absolutely dying since about 2003 when the coal mine (which was the town’s main employer) closed down.


I think with a little vision, Raton could rebrand itself as a retirement town. Same thing for Trinidad CO.
Posted By: Blu_Cs Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Looks like a dream trip. Sorta wonder if an SR22 might not have popped that 'yote. Some things are worth a try, righ
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
It's a shame that Raton is kinda run down. Geographically it's in a great place.
That place has been absolutely dying since about 2003 when the coal mine (which was the town’s main employer) closed down.
I think with a little vision, Raton could rebrand itself as a retirement town.
Raton has inexpensive real estate, plenty of water, high speed Internet, a major interstate, a regional hospital, a railroad, an airport, and lots of outdoor recreational opportunities.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by Blu_Cs
Looks like a dream trip. Sorta wonder if an SR22 might not have popped that 'yote. Some things are worth a try, righ


It was about 250 yards away, and I was pull over on the side of the highway. Had I been in a more private place, I would have lobbed some lead.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all
Posted By: lvmiker Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by EdM
Originally Posted by rockinbbar
Man!

I'd love to be in the cool mountains for a few weeks about now!

Have fun, and stay safe!


Sixty degrees here... My son and DIL are roasting in Boerne.



It is 115*f here today and I am investigating spending most of August in Bonner's Ferry.

Great pics Paul, that was a pretty good acclimation ride.grin


mike r
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


I'm 1 hr west..........

that's all I'm tellin ya...........

Podunk.......more BFR's & cows than people........

https://www.greenriverutah.com/
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


You ask..........

what's a BFR ?
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all



When we leave Crested Butte, we are going to Moab and then to Bryce Canyon. We'll pass right through Green River.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by lvmiker
Originally Posted by EdM
Originally Posted by rockinbbar
Man!

I'd love to be in the cool mountains for a few weeks about now!

Have fun, and stay safe!


Sixty degrees here... My son and DIL are roasting in Boerne.



It is 115*f here today and I am investigating spending most of August in Bonner's Ferry.

Great pics Paul, that was a pretty good acclimation ride.grin


mike r



I didn't completely lose my breath, but I got so light headed I had to stop. I started seeing spots there for a minute. I ain't a spring chicken anymore.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


Take Hwy 24 south from I 70 Hanksville to Torrey then 12 south to Bryce

OR...exit 91 on 70..turn south on SR 72...Loa to Torrey east on 24 turn south on 12 at Torrrey

OR....I can give ya dirt roads to follow..........
Posted By: LeroyBeans Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by antlers
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
It's a shame that Raton is kinda run down. Geographically it's in a great place.
That place has been absolutely dying since about 2003 when the coal mine (which was the town’s main employer) closed down.
I think with a little vision, Raton could rebrand itself as a retirement town.
Raton has inexpensive real estate, plenty of water, high speed Internet, a major interstate, a regional hospital, a railroad, an airport, and lots of outdoor recreational opportunities.


And a hell of a shootin' range as well.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all



When we leave Crested Butte, we are going to Moab and then to Bryce Canyon. We'll pass right through Green River.



Its gonna be H O T in Moab........

along with bring UR mask........really
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


near hwy 72

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


see almost to CO..........and AZ

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Posted By: 79S Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Some 2x4’s, plywood and nails build a sweet ramp. I bet you could take some sweet ass jumps on that bike
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


Take Hwy 24 south from I 70 Hanksville to Torrey then 12 south to Bryce

OR...exit 91 on 70..turn south on SR 72...Loa to Torrey east on 24 turn south on 12 at Torrrey

OR....I can give ya dirt roads to follow..........


We are going to roll through Torrey!
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


near hwy 72

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I didn't know y'all had moose there.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


Take Hwy 24 south from I 70 Hanksville to Torrey then 12 south to Bryce

OR...exit 91 on 70..turn south on SR 72...Loa to Torrey east on 24 turn south on 12 at Torrrey

OR....I can give ya dirt roads to follow..........


We are going to roll through Torrey!



2 hrs south of me

Subway is UR best bet for lunch.......

she works there.......she has a special sauce for your samwich

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


Seriously.......

need to stretch your legs ?

just east of Capitol Reef NP....

Grand Wash south side of hwy 24...parking area too....

big azz drainage with very high walls & shade....take water....

2 ways to access...........watch fur snakes......

https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/capitol-reef/grand-wash
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


Take Hwy 24 south from I 70 Hanksville to Torrey then 12 south to Bryce

OR...exit 91 on 70..turn south on SR 72...Loa to Torrey east on 24 turn south on 12 at Torrrey

OR....I can give ya dirt roads to follow..........


We are going to roll through Torrey!



2 hrs south of me

Subway is UR best bet for lunch.......

she works there.......she has a special sauce for your samwich

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I'd let her slather a little mayo on my bun.
Posted By: Scotty Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Great Photos, Thanks for sharing.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


near hwy 72

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I didn't know y'all had moose there.



yep..this is Fishlake NF

most of the moose are in northern 3rd of Utah

we have coyotes & I kill them SOB's

45 Colt no less.........

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


Desert Sheep too......(local)

watch around CR NP

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


remember too.......iffin U run short of $$

I have an excellent B&B to suggest........

just bring UR own bedding

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shower is extra $$.......

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


Take this spur on hwy 12.......near Boulder

https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone
Posted By: add Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


Take Hwy 24 south from I 70 Hanksville to Torrey then 12 south to Bryce

OR...exit 91 on 70..turn south on SR 72...Loa to Torrey east on 24 turn south on 12 at Torrrey

OR....I can give ya dirt roads to follow..........



Beware Paul!!

This reads like an invite to Tikka's lair and his dirt road... you have been warned.
Posted By: Kenneth Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Loved Bryce canyon, spending any time there? Cedar Breaks monument is also very worthwhile
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by Kenneth
Loved Bryce canyon, spending any time there? Cedar Breaks monument is also very worthwhile


A day and a half and two nights.
Posted By: AB2506 Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


near hwy 72

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I didn't know y'all had moose there.



yep..this is Fishlake NF

most of the moose are in northern 3rd of Utah

we have coyotes & I kill them SOB's

45 Colt no less.........

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Pups are a little slow on the uptake.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


Take this spur on hwy 12.......near Boulder

https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone


That sounds pretty cool. We won't have time to hit it this trip, but I'll file that away for future reference.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by AB2506
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


near hwy 72

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I didn't know y'all had moose there.



yep..this is Fishlake NF

most of the moose are in northern 3rd of Utah

we have coyotes & I kill them SOB's

45 Colt no less.........

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Pups are a little slow on the uptake.



a dead coyote is a dead coyote........

now $50/head bounty.........pup or adult
Posted By: Blu_Cs Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all


NFW its armpit of the earth. No place in the US rates that level of derision.

You want armpit? Try Lagos or Rio or Calcutta.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
I set out this morning on the touring bike. The ride was going to be about half road and half dirt. Setting out was the first bad choice. Taking the touring bike was the second. Lightning really crackles loudly in the mountains.

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


rain is good

you ain't gonna see any here
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


rain is good

you ain't gonna see any here



It's been pretty dry. The wildflowers haven't really taken off yet. I hope this gives them a boost.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20

ya all taking Hwy 95 south of Moab over to Hanksville then 24 to Torrey ?

Scenic.......but slow.......

You'll go right past Obummer's Bear's Ears
Posted By: Valsdad Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by Birdwatcher
Great pics! Congrats!

I'm pondering driving up to NY State next month to deliver puppies and visit kinfolk, the last time I drove that far in a vehicle was seven years back, and that was 36 hours with two drivers, I have no real idea how long that 1,800 miles would take me by myself.


I'd probably make it a 3 day drive if I did it. Back to back 900 mile days would be brutal.


I was thinking the same thing.

+/- 900 miles from here to my hunting spots in AZ. Day and a half driving, well, usually a night and half a day with a 4-5 hr roadside nap in the truck.

Birdie, enjoy the drive with the pups.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut

ya all taking Hwy 95 south of Moab over to Hanksville then 24 to Torrey ?

Scenic.......but slow.......

You'll go right past Obummer's Bear's Ears



Up to 70 then 24 to Torrey, then 12 to Bryce.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


what cha driving ?

real short drive off the north side of 70.......

B4 hwy 24 IIRC

https://theswellutah.com/attractions/black-dragon-pictograph/
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


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https://utahsadventurefamily.com/black-dragon-wash-pictograph/
Posted By: johnw Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
I set out this morning on the touring bike. The ride was going to be about half road and half dirt. Setting out was the first bad choice. Taking the touring bike was the second. Lightning really crackles loudly in the mountains.



Was that thunder? Or just your [bleep] slamming shut?
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20


yep

thunder here
Posted By: UPhiker Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/13/20
I went skiing in Crusty Butt about 20 years ago. Beautiful country.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut


what cha driving ?

real short drive off the north side of 70.......

B4 hwy 24 IIRC

https://theswellutah.com/attractions/black-dragon-pictograph/


2WD Ram
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut


what cha driving ?

real short drive off the north side of 70.......

B4 hwy 24 IIRC

https://theswellutah.com/attractions/black-dragon-pictograph/


2WD Ram



stay on the pavement...............
Posted By: BeanMan Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all


It does have Ray’s though...
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
Originally Posted by BeanMan
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all


It does have Ray’s though...



was there 2-3 yrs ago...I'm an hour away to the west up 70

pretty grubby.....need to clean it up some.......

My smash burgers would give Ray's a run for their money
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
I had a nice 22 mile ride this morning. The town of Crested Butte was covered in a blanket of fog when I descended. I came across a small herd of elk in the Slate River bottom. This time of year they are normally up much higher. Lots of deer today. The really stand out against the lush green backdrop.

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Posted By: efw Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/14/20
Nice pics man sounds like a great vaca thanks for sharing!
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/15/20
Spent a kinda lazy day taking the lift up the mountain and hanging out with the critters.

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Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/16/20
I took a short hike this afternoon and kicked up a few bucks.

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Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20
Today I had a grueling ride with spectacular scenery. Paradise Divide is my favorite place in the area.

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Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20
You know goin’ over Schofield Pass from Crested Butte will take you to Marble. From there, you can hike 5 miles (along a narrow and rocky shelf road) to the Crystal Mill. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20
Originally Posted by antlers
You know goin’ over Schofield Pass from Crested Butte will take you to Marble. From there, you can hike 5 miles (along a narrow and rocky shelf road) to the Crystal Mill. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.


I don't have the legs or lungs to make it to Marble on the bike. It's too rough for my 2WD truck. I have talked to people who have driven through "Devil's Punchbowl" to Marble. They say it's pretty nerve racking.
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
You know goin’ over Schofield Pass from Crested Butte will take you to Marble. From there, you can hike 5 miles (along a narrow and rocky shelf road) to the Crystal Mill. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.
I don't have the legs or lungs to make it to Marble on the bike. It's too rough for my 2WD truck. I have talked to people who have driven through "Devil's Punchbowl" to Marble. They say it's pretty nerve racking.
You can also get to it by going south out of Glenwood Springs through Carbondale to Marble. Just something to maybe keep in mind on a return trip. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20
Originally Posted by antlers
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
You know goin’ over Schofield Pass from Crested Butte will take you to Marble. From there, you can hike 5 miles (along a narrow and rocky shelf road) to the Crystal Mill. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.
I don't have the legs or lungs to make it to Marble on the bike. It's too rough for my 2WD truck. I have talked to people who have driven through "Devil's Punchbowl" to Marble. They say it's pretty nerve racking.
You can also get to it by going south out of Glenwood Springs through Carbondale to Marble. Just something to maybe keep in mind on a return trip. The Crystal Mill is a cool place to go to.


I just googled it. It is a cool place!
Posted By: Happy_Camper Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/18/20

It's worth the hour.
I agree with you. Its obvious. It just doesn't agree with the atheist belief system (religion).
Here's a perspective on dragons that we did not get in school. Why?
Because they want children to believe that dinosaurs lived long before man. They want to make sure that they will not believe in God.
Question: How did people from all over the world leave art images of detailed dinosaurs?
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/19/20
Don't know much about Mule Deer. Is this a shooter?

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Posted By: las Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/19/20
Originally Posted by Happy_Camper

It's worth the hour.
I agree with you. Its obvious. It just doesn't agree with the atheist belief system (religion).
Here's a perspective on dragons that we did not get in school. Why?
Because they want children to believe that dinosaurs lived long before man. They want to make sure that they will not believe in God.
Question: How did people from all over the world leave art images of detailed dinosaurs?


Gullible, you are.
Posted By: Valsdad Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/19/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Don't know much about Mule Deer. Is this a shooter?

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He would be for me if I had a mule deer tag. Arrow or bullet. But when I do have a MD tag...........I see elk, or whitetail, or turkeys. or javelina. Not mule deer bucks.

Judging by those friends have killed, and I've eaten of, he'd likely taste the same as one with bigger or smaller antlers.

Still in velvet, so he'll grow a bit more.

you experts out there, what do you figure? 26" inside spread? Not much in the way of eye guards, the kicker on the back add some points maybe?
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
I got a good workout today. 60 miles with about 3500 feet of climbing. There was a brutal 4 mile stretch where I gained about 1000 feet in elevation on a rough and rocky stretch of road. I am plum tuckered out and about to inhale some pork tacos. Not many critters on the ride today. The Ohio Creek Valley is spectacularly beautiful cattle country.

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Posted By: JakeBlues Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
You got more exercise on your vacation than I've gotten all year LOL.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
Originally Posted by JakeBlues
You got more exercise on your vacation than I've gotten all year LOL.


I am really fortunate that I enjoy riding. I kinda find my center when I disappear on two wheels. The exercise is a side benefit.
Posted By: Sycamore Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
Originally Posted by BeanMan
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by RemModel8
Dalhart is neck and neck with Green River Utah as places I wouldn't want to live.



Green River UT...........

arm pit of the earth.........

fuggin truck stop on I 70 is all


It does have Ray’s though...



And the melon festival, and the John Wesley Powell River History Museum! don't knock it if you haven't tried it!
Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
Dude, I was maybe 30 miles ENE of ya’ today. I was climbin’ and hikin’ up in the Sawatch. Went up to 13,000 feet. I just breathe it in and let it marinate in my lungs. Great day, fantastic weather. Glad you’re soakin’ it up.
Posted By: Sycamore Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/20/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut

ya all taking Hwy 95 south of Moab over to Hanksville then 24 to Torrey ?

Scenic.......but slow.......

You'll go right past Obummer's Bear's Ears



Up to 70 then 24 to Torrey, then 12 to Bryce.


that is a beautiful drive. I would cheeseburger up at Rays Tavern in Green River, gas up at Hollow Mountain Sinclair in Hanksville, and try and get an early dinner at Hells Backbone Grill in boulder before rolling into Bryce.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by antlers
Dude, I was maybe 30 miles ENE of ya’ today. I was climbin’ and hikin’ up in the Sawatch. Went up to 13,000 feet. I just breathe it in and let it marinate in my lungs. Great day, fantastic weather. Glad you’re soakin’ it up.


I rode Independence Pass on my bike one year. My lungs forced me to take it really easy. I saw some elk in the distance over on Elbert. As much as I'd like to go elk hunting one day, there's no way I'd try a DIY hunt. It'd be hell to kill one in the places I have seen them. Love this place!
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by Sycamore
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut

ya all taking Hwy 95 south of Moab over to Hanksville then 24 to Torrey ?

Scenic.......but slow.......

You'll go right past Obummer's Bear's Ears



Up to 70 then 24 to Torrey, then 12 to Bryce.


that is a beautiful drive. I would cheeseburger up at Rays Tavern in Green River, gas up at Hollow Mountain Sinclair in Hanksville, and try and get an early dinner at Hells Backbone Grill in boulder before rolling into Bryce.


Y'all have tossed some good ideas my way. I have a hunch I am going to budget more time in UT next year.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by Sycamore
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut

ya all taking Hwy 95 south of Moab over to Hanksville then 24 to Torrey ?

Scenic.......but slow.......

You'll go right past Obummer's Bear's Ears



Up to 70 then 24 to Torrey, then 12 to Bryce.


that is a beautiful drive. I would cheeseburger up at Rays Tavern in Green River, gas up at Hollow Mountain Sinclair in Hanksville, and try and get an early dinner at Hells Backbone Grill in boulder before rolling into Bryce.




better burgers at tikkanut's place........cleaner too..........
Posted By: EdM Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
Dude, I was maybe 30 miles ENE of ya’ today. I was climbin’ and hikin’ up in the Sawatch. Went up to 13,000 feet. I just breathe it in and let it marinate in my lungs. Great day, fantastic weather. Glad you’re soakin’ it up.


I rode Independence Pass on my bike one year. My lungs forced me to take it really easy. I saw some elk in the distance over on Elbert. As much as I'd like to go elk hunting one day, there's no way I'd try a DIY hunt. It'd be hell to kill one in the places I have seen them. Love this place!


My hunting partner and I DIY elk hunted outside Leadville for 20+ years. We were very successful. Our last trip was in 2015. Beautiful place. Tough hunting.

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Posted By: New_2_99s Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
I got a good workout today. 60 miles with about 3500 feet of climbing. There was a brutal 4 mile stretch where I gained about 1000 feet in elevation on a rough and rocky stretch of road. I am plum tuckered out and about to inhale some pork tacos. Not many critters on the ride today. The Ohio Creek Valley is spectacularly beautiful cattle country.

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Pretty country Paul !
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/21/20
Originally Posted by EdM
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by antlers
Dude, I was maybe 30 miles ENE of ya’ today. I was climbin’ and hikin’ up in the Sawatch. Went up to 13,000 feet. I just breathe it in and let it marinate in my lungs. Great day, fantastic weather. Glad you’re soakin’ it up.


I rode Independence Pass on my bike one year. My lungs forced me to take it really easy. I saw some elk in the distance over on Elbert. As much as I'd like to go elk hunting one day, there's no way I'd try a DIY hunt. It'd be hell to kill one in the places I have seen them. Love this place!


My hunting partner and I DIY elk hunted outside Leadville for 20+ years. We were very successful. Our last trip was in 2015. Beautiful place. Tough hunting.

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The party is over when the elk goes down in most cases. It's all business at that point.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/22/20
Today was a lazy day. I spent it recovering from yesterday's ride. I did take a mid-day hike. A nice natural wildflower bouquet and a bachelor group of bucks were the highlights.

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Posted By: SBTCO Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/22/20
Beautiful country.

That road from Kebler pass is hard to beat.

I grew up in the Roaring Fork Valley and Independence pass was a rare but favorite ride. You definitely earn those switch backs to the top. Don't know if I'd do it now with the increase in traffic but back then it was a great way to spend a day.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/22/20
Originally Posted by SBTCO
Beautiful country.

That road from Kebler pass is hard to beat.

I grew up in the Roaring Fork Valley and Independence pass was a rare but favorite ride. You definitely earn those switch backs to the top. Don't know if I'd do it now with the increase in traffic but back then it was a great way to spend a day.


When I did it, I did it early on a weekday morning. Traffic wasn't bad at all, and the motorists seemed accustomed to interacting with cyclists. I think it was 2012 when I did it.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/28/20
Still vacationing. We are in Utah now. Arches at sunset was spectacular. Utah Scenic Highway 12 cemented itself as my favorite road in the USA. Bryce Canyon amazes at every glance. Shadow is having fun chasing lizards and chipmunks. Much respect for real cowboys and cowgirls.

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Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/28/20




did ya side step over to here to Hell's Backbone



https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/28/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut




did ya side step over to here to Hell's Backbone



https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone


We didn't have time for that. It sounds like it might give me a serious pucker factor. I don't know how close you are to the Dixie National Forest, but it looks like an awesome playground. Huge playground at that.
Posted By: crittrgittr Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/28/20
Paul, glad your'e enjoying Utah, just don't let the secret out! BTW great pics.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/29/20
Who knew there were antelope at elevation near Bryce? I was completely surprised. About as surprised as they were at the red bicycle helmet bobbing around in the in the scrub.

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Posted By: antlers Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/29/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Who knew there were antelope at elevation near Bryce?
I’ve seen em’ at 8,000 feet outside of Westcliffe.
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/29/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut




did ya side step over to here to Hell's Backbone



https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone


We didn't have time for that. It sounds like it might give me a serious pucker factor. I don't know how close you are to the Dixie National Forest, but it looks like an awesome playground. Huge playground at that.




I'm 'bout 90 minutes north of Torrey.........as the Eagle flies......

I remember 10 yrs or so ago..early winter on Hwy 12

Sumbody made a snow penis along the highway......damm thing was 5' tall

Can't find the pic to save my azz........

Yea...lots of treehuggers around Boulder/Escalante....but its amazing country

The Burr Trail east of Boulder heads over to the Henry's.........

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Posted By: Old Ornery Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/29/20
I spent some time in Crusty But in 1980 working with some locals, Todd, Gus and Cortsy in various home or masonary projects. I loved it up there. When driving around I saw many riders on their clunkers or pre mountain bikes. I helped Gus pack out an elk in the fall off the backside of the ski mountain.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/30/20
Originally Posted by tikkanut
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Originally Posted by tikkanut




did ya side step over to here to Hell's Backbone



https://utah.com/grand-staircase-escalante/hells-backbone


We didn't have time for that. It sounds like it might give me a serious pucker factor. I don't know how close you are to the Dixie National Forest, but it looks like an awesome playground. Huge playground at that.




I'm 'bout 90 minutes north of Torrey.........as the Eagle flies......

I remember 10 yrs or so ago..early winter on Hwy 12

Sumbody made a snow penis along the highway......damm thing was 5' tall

Can't find the pic to save my azz........

Yea...lots of treehuggers around Boulder/Escalante....but its amazing country

The Burr Trail east of Boulder heads over to the Henry's.........

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I really liked the Fish Lake National Forest along 72 when we drove through. It seemed totally uninhabited though. I commented to Laurie about how abruptly the land changes in Utah. One minute you'll be in lush green ponderosa forest and the next you'll be in the desert. Then sage and juniper hills, then in aspens. I loved what I saw. I could easily do a summer/fall retirement home in many areas I saw. Laurie needs to be closer to a decent population center though. Nothing huge, but say a town of 5000 or so. In surveying the map, it doesn't look like there's one between Moab and Richfield.
Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/30/20
Originally Posted by Old Ornery
I spent some time in Crusty But in 1980 working with some locals, Todd, Gus and Cortsy in various home or masonary projects. I loved it up there. When driving around I saw many riders on their clunkers or pre mountain bikes. I helped Gus pack out an elk in the fall off the backside of the ski mountain.


Elk hunting in that area is not an easy undertaking.
Posted By: GregW Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/30/20
Originally Posted by PaulBarnard
Who knew there were antelope at elevation near Bryce? I was completely surprised. About as surprised as they were at the red bicycle helmet bobbing around in the in the scrub.

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I've seen antelope above treeline in CO at near 12k feet rutting their tails off...
Posted By: tikkanut Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/30/20

east of Hwy 72....North tip of CR NP......

More big & just plain empty country

My kinda place...... grin

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facing east again

north of Park......

helluva place to lose a cow..........

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Posted By: PaulBarnard Re: Some Vacation Photos - 07/30/20
Great pics Tikka. You live in a gloriously beautiful place.

Here are a few shots from my final vacation ride.

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