Cycling in the Moab/Arches/Canyonland area?

[Violara]

Well, we just returned from a FABULOUS time riding in the Moab area. The roads were well paved, and we loved the wide shoulder that is a designated bike lane on the 313 road to Dead Horse Point and Canyonlands. My husband and our friend rode Arches and said it was the best ride ever! Traffic didn't seem particularly heavy there the week before the Memorial Day holiday. We also did the 128 road out along the Colorado river, and the 279 ride to "Potash" which were both very scenic and easy-going. We rode in the mornings, and mostly hiked or went site-seeing in the warmer afternoons. Winds were a factor, but we get plenty of practice with that here in Central Texas! We had a blast and i would recommend that area as a destination for any roadies--we can't wait to go back.

We didn't end up riding the Big Nasty route, but we drove it, and the roads there seemed a bit more chewed up, and the climbs looked pretty daunting to me. My climber husband would love to do it, but thinks he would do it in reverse (which of course makes for a even more funnier titled ride!)

[malaholic]

Sounds like a fantastic trip! Got any good pics from the rides that you can post?

[katluvr]

I did a Woman Tours out there...and we did some of the rides suggested and up to the Canyonland Natl Park (loved it!). I can't wait to go back and go more!!! Glad you had a great time.

K