Jones Ranch, 11/24/2007

[opskmallory]

My father-in-law and I did a little post Turkey day, cold weather biking up Payson Canyon. We did Jones Ranch from the lower portion and rode the pavement up about 3 miles to the top end, then trailed it back down. We thought about doing a longer trail up there, but I haven't ridden in 2 months because of school and work. I did not want to overdo it in the cold weather.

It was a balmy 32 degrees at 7500 feet when we started our ride at noon. By the time we finished our quick trip at about 1:30, it had heated up to a whopping 34 degrees.

We encountered a wee-bit of white stuff, and crossed the slush-frozen creek 3-4 times. Was a good ride. Here are some pics for your viewing pleasure.

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l50/kgmallory/Mountain%20Biking/P1000914800x600.jpg

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l50/kgmallory/Mountain%20Biking/P1000911800x600.jpg

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l50/kgmallory/Mountain%20Biking/P1000916800x600.jpg

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l50/kgmallory/Mountain%20Biking/P1000895800x600.jpg

[greyhair biker]

Nice ride there! I ended up riding the streets...didnt get my rear shock rebuilt in time to ride sooner than saturday :2thumbs:

[live2ride]

At least you did ride! Nice pics from the ride, I need to get out and ride tommorow!!