Back from Moab

[esmerelda]

My sons and I went to Moab last summer. I wasn't into cycling then, we were there for the hiking and national parks. Also rafted on the Colorado River. We fell in love and can't wait to go back. Now that I've begun biking, I want my next trip to be in spring or fall.

Ladies, words and pictures cannot do justice to this magical place. Just go!

We stayed at Red Cliffs Lodge and it was amazing. Had a cabin on the banks of the Colorado River. At night we'd sit on the deck, drink an ice cold beer and gaze up at a night sky that was stunning. Also fun to watch the night-time rafters go down the river. They flash their lights up along the 3,000 ft cliffs on the opposite side of the river. What a cool light show.

http://www.moab-utah.com/redcliffslodge/cabinindex.html

Ohhhh I wish I were there right now. They must put some sort of drug in the air.

[Artisan]

Thanks for sharing, I soooo dream of vacationing there one day.

[han-grrl]

We stayed at the Purple Sage. it was quite nice, simple and clean
http://www.moabutahlodging.com/pages/purple.htm

It was very convenient to have the kitchenette, although it was pretty tempting just to go out to a restaurant when we were so tired from the day. We managed to control ourselves and cook most of our own meals. (all except three!)

[IntenseRide]

I so envy you! I've had the priviledge of riding Fruita and Moab twice, but haven't been back for a few years. Slick Rock was hot! I remember my temp gauge was at 99, which was the limit, and I bet it was hotter. We ran out of water with 1-1/2 miles left to the trailhead, which I thought was no big deal, oh yeah??? Geez, I've never drunk a SoBee faster then that day!

The pictures bring back great memories!

[Meg McKilty]

We have a LBS here in TN called Murfreesboro Outdoor and Bike (MOAB). I thought you were talking about it. Heh.