Road Cycling - Rides based out of Rocky Mtn. Nat'l Park?

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ImprezaDrvr
08-04-03, 11:56 PM
Howdy-

Sorry, have to do this quick- leaving for RMNP on Wednesday, so not much time to search. I'm trying to decide which bike to take with me, the roadie bike or MTB. Any suggestions? And, how 'bout some rides to do?

Thanks in advance!

Bulldozer
08-05-03, 08:50 AM
You can only bring one? In that case, bring the mountain bike. The scenary will be great no matter what but better on the mtn bike. However, I can't refer you to any specific trails up there. Boulder is fairly close and it has some good trails. Or, search for some trails near Estes Park.
DnvrFox
08-05-03, 05:14 PM
I don't believe that mtn bikes are allowed much in the park, itself. Not sure about this, but you best check first.

The traditional RMNP ride is to ride over Trail Ridge road - a definite road bike challenge.

chuongdoan
08-06-03, 12:29 AM
Ride the 9 mile Falls Road ascent on your semi-slick knobbies
Bulldozer
08-06-03, 09:15 AM
Bikes are allowed in the Park but not off the road. There are also some nice road rides around there but if you're in Colorado only a short time, bring the mountain bike and be happy that it has a triple crank!