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A winding dirt path leads through a forested area in Providence Canyon, Utah, with trees showing autumn foliage in shades of yellow and green. The ground is covered with fallen leaves and small rocks, surrounded by shrubs and greenery.

Broken spoke == a short ride

Distance
8.2mi
Climb
1,686ft
Moving time
1:18:48

I took the Ripmo into Providence Canyon, climbing Spring Creek and Canyon Road and riding the Upper Figure 8’s. The route also took in the Providence descent and Gretel.

Yellow, orange, and red leaves lined the singletrack, with more already covering the ground. I photographed the rocky trail, the creek running between the boulders, and the fall colors along the canyon.

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For a compact tool option for mountain-bike rides, there is the Topeak Mini 9 Bike Multi-Tool. This is a gear suggestion, not a tool I tested on this ride.

The ride – Providence Canyon, Utah

The bike – Ibis Ripmo V3

A winding dirt path through a colorful forest in Providence Canyon, Utah, surrounded by trees displaying shades of orange, yellow, and green foliage. The sky is partly cloudy, and the landscape shows signs of autumn.A winding dirt path through a forest filled with trees showcasing colorful autumn leaves. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, and sunlight filters through the branches, illuminating the warm tones of the foliage. The scene captures the serene beauty of Providence Canyon, Utah in the fall.A serene view of Providence Canyon, Utah, featuring a flowing stream surrounded by trees in autumn colors under a partly cloudy sky.A serene view of a small stream surrounded by colorful autumn foliage in Providence Canyon, Utah. Rocks are partially visible in the water, and various trees and shrubs with yellow and reddish leaves frame the scene.A narrow dirt path leads through a mix of bare and leafy trees in Providence Canyon, Utah. A wooden gate with a warning sign is visible in the background, surrounded by greenery and rocky terrain under a partly cloudy sky.Colorful autumn leaves in shades of pink, orange, and yellow are seen among branches in Providence Canyon, Utah. The background features trees and foliage typical of the season.A winding dirt trail surrounded by trees with colorful autumn foliage in Providence Canyon, Utah. The path leads through a scenic landscape with distant mountains visible in the background under a cloudy sky.A narrow trail winds through trees with colorful autumn leaves in Providence Canyon, Utah. The scene features shades of yellow, orange, and red foliage, with rocky terrain and a cloudy sky overhead.