54 miles
View of the Lolo Trail from Lolo Pass
When Lewis & Clark crossed the Bitteroot Mountains there were no paved roads to take them gently through the passes, but there was the Lolo Trail, known by the Nez Perce Indians. Instead of following the streams, it went along the ridge lines, some of which are shown above. In those days following the rivers and streams would be more difficult than going along the ridge. What we covered by bicycle in a day took them several days to traverse.
Today's ride was a continuation of the climb up the Lolo Pass we started yesterday. We cleared the summit at 5,200 feet just around noon time, and then continued on to Missoula, MT.
Lolo Pass Summit
Montana State Line
Tom Riding up to meet Chris & Katie Descending Lolo Pass
Lolo Peak
The successful rides were toasted by Katie with a four beer sampler.
Finishing the Day at Draught Works in Missoula, MT
Many thanks to Tom and Katie for joining me the past two days, letting me ride with no baggage, and being great company!
Did you notice the bear on the Montana sign?
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Beer at the end of a long ride looks great. Cheers cuz.
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ReplyDeleteWe had a great time!
ReplyDeleteI didn't even notice with all the stickers slapped on it!
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