Jeff had a day off so I decided to surprise him by getting someone to watch the kids so we could go ride the wasatch crest mountain bike trail. It starts off of guardmans pass up Big Cottonwood Canyon. It is completely up hill for the first two miles. And it was no gradual uphill. It was steep and rocky and the worst part was the elevation. At the top it is 9,900 feet. 
So here I am at the top of "puke hill". I was so tired the only thing that kept me from turning back was the thought of having to ride down that steep rocky trail. 
Jeff assured me the worst was over although there were a few times I wondered if we were embarking on "puke hill 2". 
It was really beautiful and the rain from the night before made the trail perfect with no dust.
I would definitely not call myself a true mountain biker. I get so freaked out when I see a bunch of huge rocks or the trail narrows. But Jeff did teach me a bunch of tricks to make it more fun. After the first big hill you traverse the ridge for 13 miles then end up at the top of Millcreek canyon. It was a lot of fun riding down the canyon but when we got to the bottom we quickly realized we were going to have to bike home because there wasn't anyone to come pick us up and we were penniless so we couldn't take the bus. So we biked the 12 miles home. It was a lot easier riding than up puke hill, but by the time we made it I couldn't feel my legs. I thought all those walks with the kids through Research Park would have done something to build up some muscle, but I guess not because my legs were... jello. Now that it is over I can say it was a lot of fun. And I love my bike. My Trek 4300 WSD:) I highly recommend it to any woman who finds male mountain bikes uncomfortable. 
So here I am at the top of "puke hill". I was so tired the only thing that kept me from turning back was the thought of having to ride down that steep rocky trail. 
Jeff assured me the worst was over although there were a few times I wondered if we were embarking on "puke hill 2". 
It was really beautiful and the rain from the night before made the trail perfect with no dust.
I would definitely not call myself a true mountain biker. I get so freaked out when I see a bunch of huge rocks or the trail narrows. But Jeff did teach me a bunch of tricks to make it more fun. After the first big hill you traverse the ridge for 13 miles then end up at the top of Millcreek canyon. It was a lot of fun riding down the canyon but when we got to the bottom we quickly realized we were going to have to bike home because there wasn't anyone to come pick us up and we were penniless so we couldn't take the bus. So we biked the 12 miles home. It was a lot easier riding than up puke hill, but by the time we made it I couldn't feel my legs. I thought all those walks with the kids through Research Park would have done something to build up some muscle, but I guess not because my legs were... jello. Now that it is over I can say it was a lot of fun. And I love my bike. My Trek 4300 WSD:) I highly recommend it to any woman who finds male mountain bikes uncomfortable. 
8 comments:
That's quite an adventure. I'm with you on mountain biking, I'll have to have Jeff teach me some tricks too. The pictures are beautiful, Utah mountains are the best. Too bad you didn't get a medal at the end or something!
You guys are awesome. I need you to teach me some tricks too Caroline.
Dad
That looks really fun. Utah really is a great place for outdoor recreation.
I love mountain biking, although it has been about three years since I've gotten on a bike. My bike is WAY out of commission. Needs new...everything.
You guys look great! And the weather looked nice too.
Is Owen riding a two-wheeler yet?
You look like you are having so much fun! We miss your family so much here in Hershey. Give the kiddos a kiss and keep in touch.
Caroline- you go girl! I am very impressed with you and reading your blog made me miss you guys like crazy too. I can't believe how much older Hannah looks than just a couple of months ago- she'll be talking before I know it! Tell Owen Zanna will call him soon and come see us!!
-Mel
You guys are amazing! I don't think that i could have done it. Well unless I get an awesome bike like yours! ;)
Caroline...I can't believe you rode up that mountain. You are crazy. It is so fun to see your blog. Hannah is getting SO big. SHe is so cute. We miss you guys hope all is well in Utah. Check out our blog at clintandjordanduncan.blogspot.com.
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