{"id":6358,"date":"2016-09-24T20:37:27","date_gmt":"2016-09-25T00:37:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/?p=6358"},"modified":"2020-01-14T05:19:53","modified_gmt":"2020-01-14T10:19:53","slug":"biking-the-great-divide-colorado","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/2016\/09\/biking-the-great-divide-colorado\/","title":{"rendered":"Biking the Great Divide: Colorado"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"myabout\" style=\"margin-left: 160px; margin-right: 160px;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/28631494533_c7cb71904b_b.jpg\" alt=\"bike touring near Breckenridge Colorado GDMBR\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 160px; margin-right: 160px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 160px; margin-right: 160px;\">After the vast empty spaces and rolling hills of Wyoming\u2019s Great Basin, we were ready to test our mettle on some big mountains.\u00a0 Colorado called.\u00a0 The Cowboy State is home to the Great Divide\u2019s most momentous climb: Indiana Pass (11,913 feet \/3,630 meters).\u00a0 The GDMBR\u2019s pinnacle is situated way down in the southern part of the state, not far from the New Mexico border.\u00a0 Plenty of challenges lay in between.<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 160px; margin-right: 160px;\">\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/28964949044_f8967835ae_b.jpg\" alt=\"Biking Indiana Pass, Colorado GDMBR\" width=\"819\" height=\"461\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gliding down Indiana Pass, the literal high point ot the entire Great Divide Route. By early September autumn colors are bursting at higher elevations in Colorado.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sagebrush soon gave way to stands of aspens and pine.\u00a0 Ranching communities were replaced by trendy mountain towns and those devilish Wyoming hills grew into long, gently graded climbs over some of America\u2019s highest mountains.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29252473655_0a15dd1bc1_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cruising through Colorado&#8217;s aspens not far from Steamboat Springs. The GDMBR has a lot of &#8216;pleasant&#8217; cycling along pretty backroads. To be honest, I was expecting more epic mountain riding.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/28542912584_0aacbe4191_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"682\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">the so-called Aspen Alley is a stand of quaking aspens in the lovely Sierra Madre mountains of Colorado.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It was along this stretch that we crossed paths with the greatest number of Great Divide riders. First off were Heather and Karey out of Portland, Oregon (America\u2019s unofficial cycling capital).\u00a0 Since Montana, we\u2019d met just two other women (both part of a male-female couple) on the divide route. All the other dozens of riders had been dudes.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29053855802_c38ddf9686_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"633\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Heather Daniel and Karey Miles of Portland biking the GDMBR from Banff to Steamboat Springs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What an inspiration to finally see some female adventures.\u00a0 Later we would meet up with Bill and Joireen, a pair of early retirees cycling down from Alaska and finally Mike Green, the cowboy on a bike riding all the way from Prudhoe Bay.<\/p>\n<h2>Most popular set-up for the GDMBR<\/h2>\n<p>As the photos clearly show, GDMBR riders these days mostly prefer a lightweight bikepacking set-up. Fully-loaded riders are rare on the GDMBR. In fact, I don\u2019t believe we ever crossed a rider whose first remark to us was not some version of, \u201cDamn, you guys are really loaded.\u201d\u00a0 Yes, I know!\u00a0 Trust me, on a 1,500-meter climb I can feel those extra 35 kilos.<\/p>\n<p>Is there any \u2018best\u2019 set-up for the GDMBR? Rider\u2019s styles vary, so clearly there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all solution for any bike tour.\u00a0 The trade-off of going light is usually that you\u2019ll spend more on the road.\u00a0\u00a0 Those that go super light with pure bikepacking gear tend to eat out in restaurants and snag motel rooms as often as possible.\u00a0 This makes sense since their tents will be tiny and therefore less comfortable and their food carrying capacity will be more limited.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6366\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6366\" style=\"width: 752px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-6366 \" src=\"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-cyclists-colorado.jpg\" alt=\"collage cyclists colorado\" width=\"752\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-cyclists-colorado.jpg 3197w, http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-cyclists-colorado-500x353.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-cyclists-colorado-1024x723.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6366\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Clockwise from top left: Mike Green, Bill and Joireen, Marta and Joff, Lloyd.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Is it possible to ride the GDMBR on a touring bike with panniers?<\/h2>\n<p>Riding a fully-loaded touring bike with panniers is definitely doable on the GDMBR.\u00a0 The climbs are never too long or steep that you can\u2019t manage with all the weight.<\/p>\n<p>The majority of GDMBR road surfaces are packed dirt and gravel. You will zip along just fine on a standard touring bicycle without shocks or extra wide tires.<\/p>\n<p>But naturally, the weight of a fully-loaded touring bike will slow you down on the GDMBR. If you&#8217;re not in a rush, that&#8217;s not a problem. Relax and enjoy the scenery. Bicycle touring is not racing.<\/p>\n<p>During some stages, you can choose the less taxing \u2018alternate\u2019 routes. These options are usually just as scenic but they may be on paved roads.<\/p>\n<h2>Another GDMBR rider&#8217;s perspective<\/h2>\n<p>We recently met up with Scott from Bozeman, Montana. He\u2019s ridden the GDMBR both fully-loaded on a touring bicycle and with a bikepacking set-up.<\/p>\n<p>I asked him which way he believes works best for the GDMBR.\u00a0 He says he loves his current lightweight set-up because the bike\u2019s easy to maneuver and fun to ride.<\/p>\n<p>The drawback of the bikepacking setup is having to fiddle around with all the different bags and stuff gear deep into a dry sack. Scott\u2019s final verdict on the best GDMBR set-up is that having at least back panniers is more convenient.<\/p>\n<p>I think he\u2019s probably light. A hybrid set-up is the best option on the GDMBR.\u00a0 You&#8217;ll benefit from the convenience and waterproofing of panniers on the back combined with high clearance bikepacking gear on the front. MBR.<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s the best section of the GDMBR?<\/h2>\n<p>Colorado is probably our favorite section on the GDMBR.\u00a0 There are epic mountain climbs, gorgeous camping spots and incredibly varied scenery.\u00a0 Now if there\u2019d just hadn\u2019t been so much RAIN, I\u2019d award the GDMBR Colorado section an enthusiastic five stars.<i><\/i><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29077398661_70b8d0900e_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Not exactly the most bear-proof campsite, but we do our best. Long distances between full-service supermarkets means we stock up for several days on the road, hence the hefty food-filled panniers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29365533625_ea0cb9145e_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fresh snow on the mountains near Breckenridge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/28741796604_14f92deca9_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"461\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Saturday afternoon in the pretty town of Frisco. Coloradans are an active bunch.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29257824182_faab29c44b_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"633\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The gentle ride up Boreas Pass.11,481 ft (3,499 m).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/28861602834_ba1e8401a8_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">More open country on the road to Salida.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29197242000_b7336453c8_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A few muddy stretches but we managed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29176152440_c02b69968d_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Slowly gaining altitude as we pedal up Marshall Pass.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29486405195_48cf5c1a32_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">No matter how many passes you have under your belt, the joy of reaching the top never diminishes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29486508105_f7aa4c1ab2_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pushing on towards Del Norte.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29400145882_dcb6f14030_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">&#8220;Freedom Camping.&#8221; One of the very best parts of bike touring in the USA.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/29430823111_3ee98a2ce4_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"546\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">New Mexico? No yet. Still Colorado but a definite change of scenery.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A special thanks to all our amazing Colorado hosts!\u00a0 Ray in Steamboat Springs-great to catch up a second time round.\u00a0 Robyn in Frisco\u2014best of luck on your big bike tour and thanks for introducing us to the fine art of dumpster diving.\u00a0 Paul and his family for amazing meals and wonderfully in-depth conversations.\u00a0 Mike and Loni in Salida for answering our desperate last minute request.\u00a0\u00a0 Suzanne and Bob in Del Norte for photo tips, lovely meals, and much-needed relaxation.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6373\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6373\" style=\"width: 627px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6373 \" src=\"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-hosts-colorado.jpg\" alt=\"More road angels.\" width=\"627\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-hosts-colorado.jpg 2552w, http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-hosts-colorado-500x391.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.worldbiking.info\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/collage-hosts-colorado-1024x802.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6373\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">More road angels.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After the vast empty spaces and rolling hills of Wyoming\u2019s Great Basin, we were ready to test our mettle on some big mountains.\u00a0 Colorado called.\u00a0 The Cowboy State is home to the Great Divide\u2019s most momentous climb: Indiana Pass (11,913<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6375,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[252,49,71],"tags":[364,25,253,270],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.10 - 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