2 Uber Classics - Crested Butte Mtn Biking

September 3, 2014

The Dyke Trail Loop (description from Mtn Bike Project)

The Dyke Trail should be high on everybody's list of rides to do when visiting Crested Butte. This trail throws just about everything at you from smooth flowy singletrack, loose technical descents, a leg and lung burning climb in the middle, several small water crossings and fantastic views of the Ruby Range and the Anthracite mountains. Use the New Wagon Trail singletrack to cut off several miles on asphalt.

Teocalli Ridge Loop (description from Mtn Bike Project)

Teocalli Ridge is another classic ride in the Brush Creek area. Along the way, take in some incredible views up-valley and remind yourself why you enjoy this sport so much. When you get near the top of the ridge you'll come to a nice view point and stopping area, with great views of Teocalli Mountain, Castle Peak, Pearl Pass, and the Middle Brush Creek drainage on your left. This is a good place for lunch. Drop you seat and get ready for some of the best downhill in the area!

Nearing the end of the brutal climb up Teocalli Ridge before a 2000' screaming downhill descent. To this point my favorite downhill in the CB area! Especially since the new descent was finished by the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association --- amazing job!

The stunning view of Castle Pk (14er), with a fresh 6" from the night before. As seen from Teocalli Ridge

K being engulfed by the massive aspen stand surrounding Kebler Pass on the Dyke Trail.

The Dyke Trail takes you through one of the largest aspen stands in the US. Confirmed as a clonal colony (single root system)...therefore one of the largest single organisms on the planet.

Part of the approach climb up brush creek. Teocalli is the peak seen right side of photo. The trail climbs underneath the rock bands to the lookers right

View of the final descent off Teocalli Ridge

So dense

One of Teocalli's two mandatory creek crossings

One of 14 new switchbacks established by the CBMBA - notice the cinder blocks they lugged up to help with solidifying the corners

The excitement ended shortly after, as the most challenging part of the climb was just ahead.

What a perfect time in CB...thanks Grammy D for hanging with Liam and making the biking possible:)

Beetnik's, Green Eyed Snakes and Powder Stashes - Crested Butted, CO

January 20, 2013

Its almost the end of January...still trying to stay positive, but its starting to feel all too much like last season. But that didn't keep the crew from having fun last week in CB. We spent our days touring and looking for powder stashes and the evenings well....re-hydrating and re-fueling for the next days adventure.


Purple Mountain Cirque Post Wolverine Basin

The Red Lady - Mt Emmons

Playing in.....yup that's POWDA - Drew

Cheers to Shuttles

Oro n Platino - Montanya Distillers
check out their amazing drink recipes

Bella - the Alembic Copper Pot Still
read about the distilling process

Evenings Haze after too much Re-hydrating

Thomas testing his Lycopene enhanced eye site

Untouched Goodness in Wolverine Basin

The Crew - awaiting our Beetnik's (beet infused vodka, and ginger martini)
Dogwood Cocktail Cabin

Great Rides & Great Peeps - CB Mountain Biking

June 20, 2012

Post Trail #401 Filth

Generally known as the birthplace of mountain biking......

Crested Butte, Colorado, does not disappoint! Well until its time to load up the bikes and pull out of town. CB has it all: techy, cruisers, steep, amazing high alpine scenery,......I could go on forever or just go get a taste of it yourself. If the biking isn't enough of an allure, maybe downtown CB will be. What a rad place to end your ride. A few of our favorites include: The Brick Oven Pizzeria (great tap selection), Pitas in Paradise, and Dogwood Cocktail Cabin (an absolute must).

Day 1 — Upper Upper to Strand Hill to The Brick Oven Pizzeria

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Date: June 22, 2012

Riders: Anne, Tom, Kristin, and Me

Mileage: 17 miles

Elevation Gain: 2200' (click for elevation profile)
Average Pace: 14 min/mile
Total time includes breaks: 4 hours

Trail description: Upper is a mix of rocky and flowy, providing good views of the town of CB as it traverses underneath Mt Crested Butte. A short spin on CO road 738 gets you to Strand Hill then an enjoyable fast flowy downhill among endless aspens.

Day 2 — Bear Creek to Doctor's Park to hot tub and pizza to go

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Date: June 23, 2012

Riders: Penny, Aaron, Anne, Tom, Kristin and Me

Mileage: 21 miles

Elevation Gain: 3200' (click for elevation profile)
Average Pace: 14 min/mile
Total time includes breaks: 5 hours

Trail description: A vast network of trails defines the Taylor Park arena, expect slightly lower elevation, and dryer conditions then the CB area proper. We shuttled from North Bank Campground to Spring Creek Reservoir - allowing for two great descents down Bear Creek and then Doctor's Park. Due to the extremely dry winter, the Taylor Park area was uncharacteristically dry...moon-dust like conditions. Aside from the dry conditions the two down hills were awesome, I cant wait to return under better more packed conditions.

Day 3 — Trail #401 to Dogwood Cocktail Cabin to Pitas in Paradise

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Date: June 24, 2012

Riders: Anne, Tom, Kristin, and Me

Mileage: 10 miles

Elevation Gain: 1900'(click for elevation profile)
Average Pace: 15 min/mile
Total time includes breaks: 2.5 hours

Trail description: The CB mega classic, cant say enough about this trail. High alpine meadows with unbeatable views! We choose to leave a vehicle at Copper Creek trailhead near Gothic and shuttle up to the "Plug" just before Emerald Lake.

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