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On our rides
this year, you will be traveling at various altitudes over
passes and through canyons. You can find temperatures ranging
anywhere between the lower 40’s or as high as the upper 90’s.
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Layered
clothing is best to handle the temperature changes.
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Don't
forget to throw in mid weight gloves.
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Bring a
rain suit; you never know when they will come in handy. It
can also be used to help keep you warm.
Colorado’s
elevation and semi-arid climate will dehydrate you.
Water bottles will be available in the hotel lobbies to
carry with you on rides.
Because you
may not be accustomed to higher altitudes, sometimes in excess
of 12,000 feet be sure to consider the following.
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Use
sunscreen. At this altitude it is very easy to burn even if
it’s cloudy.
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Be aware
of altitude sickness. It wouldn't hurt to throw in some
Advil for the occasional headaches caused by the thin air.
High Altitude Sickness Information
Some of our
rides will visit the less traveled areas of the state.
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Carry some
extra cash, this may come in handy if the gas pumps don't
take credit cards or fail.
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Cash will
also help you get your meals paid for quickly.
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Some rides
like the Ride and Raft, Ride and Mine Tour will require cash
for the activity.
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Pack a few
crackers / snacks to take with you on the rides.
Each ride
will have a Ride Leader and Crew.
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Please
grab a ride map from us and familiarize yourself with the
next stop or turn. If you are separated from the group you
will be able to find us.
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If you
decide to leave a ride or venture off on your own, please
inform the Leader or Crew member so we don't hold up the
group looking for you.
Colorado
does not have a helmet law, but does require eye protection.
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We suggest
you still wear a helmet and the proper safety gear.
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Bring
clear or light colored glasses for night riding.
These are
a few items we suggest you bring.
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A spare
key. If you misplace or lose one, you will not be stranded.
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A basic
tool kit, flash light, first aid kit, and tire repair kit
are hard to find room for but very good to have when you
need them.
We want you to have a great time and above all, we
want you to be safe and comfortable on your chosen ride.
Please be very aware of wild life on the roads and in the
State Parks. They are everywhere and when seen, you must
proceed with caution, they are unpredictable. Some canyon
roads have no shoulder and if you miss the corner it could
be disastrous. RIDE AT YOUR
PACE AND COMFORT LEVEL.
This isn't a
competition and you have nothing to prove to anyone.
We want you to arrive alive!
Thank you for taking the time to read and consider our
ideas. With your help this will be an awesome weekend and
ride. We are here to help you have the time of your life.
If you have any comments or additional suggestions to add to
our list please send them to us.
info@ColoradoVTXRide.com
Management Group
Colorado VTX Ride in July 2006
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