Monday, July 11, 2011

Update 1: Start and Secret Control!

The 48 CHC riders are now off and have started a sunny climb up Poudre Canyon.

Riders gather at the starting line:


Charlie Henderson gives final tips for handling mountain weather:


... and at 4:00am sharp, they're off!


Dawn brings a nice start to the day:


... and a Secret Checkpoint!


Riders approach the checkpoint conveniently at the crest of a hill:


Steve Le Goff scans the horizon for more riders:


Catherine Shenk signs Sara Kay Carrell's card:


And off the riders go, for cinnamon rolls at Vern's and then some good climbing!



-jle

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