The Big Thompson Canyon Narrows are the most dramatic part of the canyon:
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... and you cut through the snowflecked Hogback (hopefully not snowflecked in April, but you never know):
The second half of the ride provides plenty of panoramas, including this one from Rd. 13, a Permanents favorite, en route to Platteville, de rigueur for Plains Perms:
This route aims to provide some relatively mild early-season climbing, with plenty of canyon scenery to inspire and distract. If you think you might enjoy a preview, let me know and enjoy!
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-jle
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