The rest of the weekend turned out to be windy and rainy so I was very happy to have crossed the Rockies. When we went out to do some shopping for my friend we could see the mountains to the west, and when the clouds cleared they all had snow. The news reports were that enough snow fell over the weekend (starting the day I went over) that the ski resorts all opened. Phew!
I spent some time looking at the possible routes to connect up with the Adventure Cycling TransAm route that goes across the southern part of the state. Although the traffic seemed to be a bit much, I decided to ride US 85 to Castle Rock. From there I’d take Colorado 86 east through some small towns until it met up with US Route 40 again near Limon, CO. (Looks like I’ll have a small stint on the interstate I-70…) Then follow US Route 40 through nothing in eastern Colorado until Kit Carson and then take 287 to Eads where I hook up with the TransAm. Distance is 171 miles, and I have heard it is pretty flat so maybe 2-3 days. The Colorado Dept. of Transportation says the shoulders are decent sized after Castle Rock. Hopefully it all works out. Continue reading Day 39 to 43: Rest Days in Denver, CO (October 7-11)
