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Month: December 2024

A snow-covered path winds through trees in Providence Canyon, Utah, with mountains rising in the background under a cloudy sky.
Cat Links Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Winter

Artistry in ice

Posted on December 19, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Today was absolutely perfect. The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A snow-covered trail winds through a forest of bare trees in Providence Canyon, Utah, under a cloudy sky.
Cat Links Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Winter

There’s something there that wasn’t there before

Posted on December 18, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

There’s a bit of new trail at the very top that will likely only exist during the winter. I love new trail. The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A snowy path winds through a winter landscape in Green Canyon, Utah. Surrounding the path are bare trees and bushes with orange leaves, under a cloudy sky with misty mountains in the background.
Cat Links Green Canyon, Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Winter

Above the rim shake

Posted on December 17, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Green canyon started a bit slushy, then it was really perfect, then it was truly terrible. The top of the trail was post-holed. Riding it was like getting punched in the gut over and over so I bailed. The ride – Green Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A snowy pathway winds through a forested area in Providence Canyon, Utah. Bare trees stand on either side of the path, leading to snow-covered hills in the background under a cloudy sky.
Cat Links Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Winter

Ice road trucking

Posted on December 16, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Providence canyon was pretty perfect today. With everything perfectly packed I made it to the waterfall again and had a great descent. The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

Snow-covered pathway through a forest of bare trees, with footprints leading into the distance. The scene is quiet and serene, surrounded by a blanket of snow.
Cat Links Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Winter

New snow

Posted on December 13, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

New snow means better traction and re-breaking trail. Glad for some white, fluffy stuff. The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A snow-covered trail winds through a forested area with bare trees and rocky terrain, located in Providence Canyon, Utah. The sky is overcast, creating a gray atmosphere.
Cat Links Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Providence Canyon, Winter

Slick rocks

Posted on December 12, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Slip sliding on the ice and rocks today. We need new snow. The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A snowy pathway winds through a wooded area, lined with bare trees and patches of green vegetation. The scene is overcast, suggesting a chilly atmosphere. Rocks are visible along the sides of the path, creating a natural, unpaved trail.
Cat Links Salsa Beargrease, Snow Biking, Winter

Ice ice baby

Posted on December 11, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Everything is icy these days. The ride – Providence Canyon The bike – Salsa Beargrease

A sign at the Green Canyon recreation site in Utah outlining the required fees for access. It includes details about various passes, such as the Forest Recreation Pass and America the Beautiful Pass Series, along with their prices and instructions for payment options. The sign emphasizes the importance of the fees for maintaining the area and supporting recreational opportunities.
Cat Links Green Canyon, Ibis, Ibis Ripmo, Mountain Biking, Winter

Single speed, pay to play day

Posted on December 10, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

The Forrest Service now requires money to play in Green Canyon despite volunteers doing all the work. I forgot my battery so today was a single speed day. Luckily I left it in a low gear. The ride – Green Canyon, Utah The bike – Ripmo

A small stream flows over rocks in a snowy forest, surrounded by bare trees and branches.
Cat Links Salsa Beargrease, Snow Biking, Winter

Spin Cycle

Posted on December 9, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

Trying out the lights on a night ride up Providence Canyon. Short, dark days leave little choice. The ride – Providence Canyon The bike – Salsa Beargrease

A snow-covered path leads through a wintry landscape, lined with bare trees and shrubs. In the background, mountains are visible under a clear blue sky.
Cat Links Salsa Beargrease, Snow Biking, Winter

Stayin’ frosty

Posted on December 6, 2024December 30, 2024 TheBikeCrank

I had time and the road up to the top of the quarry was rideable. I made it to the waterfall where the views are crisp and spectacular this time of the year. The ride – Providence Canyon The bike – Salsa Beargrease

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