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Old 01-26-09, 05:50 PM
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possible bus. trip to Utah, take bike along?

I don't suppose there is any point in taking a folding bike along to a trip to Salt Lake City in the next few weeks? Seems like freezing weather and snow is the status quo.
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Depends on where you are from and what kind of weather you are used to. I live and work nearby, and a leisurely ride at this time of year is always refreshing, but only if you are accustomed to colder weather.

As for the snow, the roads are usually snowy or slushy for a day or two after a storm (depending on the storm). We got a few inches yesterday, for example. Downtown roads and sidewalks are already clear enough for safe riding, but that isn't always the case.

Just keep your eye on the weather reports. If there hasn't been snow for a week or so, and you have some good mittens, glove, and a scarf, a stroll through town can be quite pleasant.
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Originally Posted by jur
I don't suppose there is any point in taking a folding bike along to a trip to Salt Lake City in the next few weeks? Seems like freezing weather and snow is the status quo.
Since you're traveling such a long way, how about prolonging your trip and making a jaunt to the SF area?

You're welcome to stay with me - I'd love to meet you! Weather is very hospitable for riding, and a wide selection of bikes available to choose from. Test ride on the Moulton TSR is included. We'll even organize a Bike Forums meet for you!

Can you pull that off?!
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^ That may be possible... since the inward leg is via the west coast... I'll see what develops. I'd be glad to accept your offer.
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^ That may be possible... since the inward leg is via the west coast... I'll see what develops. I'd be glad to accept your offer.
Excellent! The lovely Mrs. Jur is invited too!

I'll pm you with my email and we can follow up there.
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Woooo hoooo - even more magnificent pootles lie ahead of us. Look forward to the pictures.

I'd say Jur is in for a tough period of adaptation stepping out of a Melbourne summer to frozen Utah!


Brrrr - quite a transformation, not to say a shock to the system.

Salt lake City today -2 to -7
Melbourne today 17 to 41 (Jeez that's hot).

So stepping out of a high of 41c to one of -2 will be a shocker.
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Originally Posted by EvilV
Woooo hoooo - even more magnificent pootles lie ahead of us. Look forward to the pictures.

I'd say Jur is in for a tough period of adaptation stepping out of a Melbourne summer to frozen Utah!


Brrrr - quite a transformation, not to say a shock to the system.

Salt lake City today -2 to -7
Melbourne today 17 to 41 (Jeez that's hot).

So stepping out of a high of 41c to one of -2 will be a shocker.
We have a first ever 4 days in a row of over 40C forecast!
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Originally Posted by SesameCrunch
Excellent! The lovely Mrs. Jur is invited too!

I'll pm you with my email and we can follow up there.
The trip is not yet certain, and it may be to Dallas instead.
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Originally Posted by jur
We have a first ever 4 days in a row of over 40C forecast!
My eldest son and his wife have been working in Melbourne for just over a year. They're selling up their stuff and coming back home in mid Feb. He has enjoyed the weather of late. It would be too hot for me, but of course, the body adapts and I suppose I wouldn't notice too much after a while. You'll need the air con on to sleep I expect.
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Originally Posted by jur
I don't suppose there is any point in taking a folding bike along to a trip to Salt Lake City in the next few weeks? Seems like freezing weather and snow is the status quo.
I'm staying in Cedar City, UT (about 225 miles south of SLC on the 15) for the next few weeks (til Feb 21st), and if you are driving from/back to the west coast, you may drive through Cedar... I'll be getting my new tikit in a week or so (yay!), and I'm in one bedroom of an otherwise empty 3 bedroom apt, so you'd be welcome to crash here... we could do some riding as well, of course, if the weather is agreeable!
Take care, Terry
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Damn! I haven't moved to SLC yet. As for riding around in SLC, I think it's eminently doable if the weather works out. SLC also happens to have a pretty decent public transit system that can help you extend your excursions around the city.

That said... if you're in SLC for the winter, I think the best thing to do would be to head over to one of the local snow skiing areas and strap on a pair.

Enjoy your trip to SLC or Dallas (though Dallas would definitely be warmer)... and if the trip somehow takes you to Chicago let me know (though there will be no riding in Chicago... too much snow for small tires).

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I was thinking of doing this ride.

Snow may be a problem. Not to mention sufficient clothing.
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Originally Posted by jur
I was thinking of doing this ride.

Snow may be a problem. Not to mention sufficient clothing.
*wow!* You know, I forget sometimes, that a lot of you guys are "real" bike riders (unlike me, who gets winded after a few miles :-/ ) You're still welcome to drop by Cedar City, but I would never be able to keep up with you on a ride like that!

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It probably looks worse than it is... 5% grade for a bit under 10 miles, then downhill all the way. Downhill is where the problems start, with frozen body bits.
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Originally Posted by jur
It probably looks worse than it is... 5% grade for a bit under 10 miles, then downhill all the way. Downhill is where the problems start, with frozen body bits.
My wife is from just south of Orem in Genola. Not that familiar with the exact route you show, but I think it would work better in summer. Roads are pretty narrow, shoulders are minimal. This time of year I would bet ice and snow would be a problem as you went up into the mountains east of Orem. I'd stay on the flats and head south or west of Orem. Lots of old orchard country there, but it is all getting built up as SLC creeps south...

I was there last year at about this time and it was pretty icy. I'd take Sesame Crunch's offer and ride in the Half Moon Bay area instead. Much higher probability of nice riding.
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Originally Posted by Pine Cone
I was there last year at about this time and it was pretty icy. I'd take Sesame Crunch's offer and ride in the Half Moon Bay area instead. Much higher probability of nice riding.


Only if you think mid-60's F is nice riding weather.

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Originally Posted by SesameCrunch
Only if you think mid-60's F is nice riding weather.

It was in the 20's and 30's around here last week. Now that we have highs in the 40's (not Melbourne's 40's) I'm starting to think it's time to ride. I'd have to wear shorts and a tanktop to ride in the 60's... just too darn hot
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And in other news, I am commuting home in 42+ for the 2nd day in a row. Just a while ago it peaked at 44C (that's 111F)
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Jur, given the iffy weather here, it might be wise and easier just to rent a bike when you come here. I am not sure if you can rent a small wheeled bike though. much less a folder. Anyway, whatever you do, have a pleasant trip and be safe.
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I guess it depends on how long the trip is. If just a few days, then I wouldn't bother with the bike. If the trip is long enough to involve an idle weekend or more, then nuts to the weather, bring the bike!
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I guess it depends on how long the trip is. If just a few days, then I wouldn't bother with the bike. If the trip is long enough to involve an idle weekend or more, then nuts to the weather, bring the bike!
I like the cut of your jib.
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I can't speak for the Salt Lake area, but I can say that Moab is in beautiful riding shape this week. Now, I reckon you're more interested in road riding than mountain biking, but hey, figured I'd throw out the idea... after flying halfway around the world, a mere 3 hours in the car to ride in mecca might be worth it?

This afternoon on the Slickrock Trail... (would love to see you tackle it on the 16-inch Birdy, heh! Look tempting?)


Of course in addition to all the famous MTB trails, there's also Arches National Park here, one of the most beautiful and amazing places on earth. Riding on the paved scenic drive is allowed, and this time of year there's hardly any car traffic to battle so it would be a relatively pleasant and safe ride. About 45 miles out-and-back. Here's one link to get you started.

If Moab is too far, and the ride you found in the mountains around Provo proves too snowy or such, another possibly interesting area to explore I can suggest is a bit north of SLC--around the Golden Spike National (railroad) Monument. Debbie and I did a little easy dirt road riding on our KHS folders to see the nearby Spiral Jetty, a pretty wild earthen artwork in the Great Salt Lake. The roads around the railroad park would make a decent road ride though I'd think, with some interesting/historic stuff to stop and learn about along the way.

Anyway, hope you have a good trip to this part of our country, and get lucky with the weather and get in some good riding. (I also hope you don't end up in Dallas... I can say that since I'm a Texan! )
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Fantastic picture that /\
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Oh no! Not Foldsinhalf with his breathtaking pictures again! * jealous *

Thanks for those linkys - am perusing them now.

On the trip front, nothing is happening every 5 minutes so far.
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