Last Update: 01/24/2012
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Last Update: 01/24/2012 |
Rockies-Gold 20116-11 September 2011 -- Montrose, Colorado Loose group, loose rules, loose expectations! Fun Time!! Sightseeing in the Colorado Rockies!
Gold Wings at Dallas Divide, Rockies-Gold 2008
Brought to you in 2011 by PODO. WingNutZZ did the first three Rockies-Golds, and now, thanks to PODO and several folks that will be helping him, there will be a Rockies-Gold 2011, returning to Montrose, Colorado. Montrose Rides and Lodging information have already been added here, so check them out and do some dreaming and planning! Registration will be added in the future.
"This trip has been one of the most
amazing experiences of my life.
The people, the ride, the places, the views, the contrasts and extremes, the smells... the entire experience, is indelibly engraved deep within my spirit. Pictures and words cannot even begin to convey the powerful beauty and awe of what I have experienced on this ride. But none the less, I humbly display here some of the images I was able to capture with my camera. Images that are just miniscule representations of scattered moments in time that collectively comprise my attempt to portray to you the beauty and wonder of my experience, and also act as a visual reinforcement to myself of the internal memories of this trip that will last forever."
Quote: Soloquest, after Rockies-Gold
2007
In response to questions on "what goes on"? This gathering is hanging and riding....hanging and riding....hanging and riding. All informal and everything organized by those who attend, done on-the-fly.
Loose group, loose rules, loose expectations! Fun Time!!
Other Photos From the Rides Are Included on the "Montrose Rides" Pages
The only requirement is to ride safe and have fun!!! For those spouses who wish to attend but who do not want to made a cross-country trip on the back of the bike to get to Montrose, there are several options for flying-in -- check the flights to Montrose. Montrose has a nice, small airport with several flights each day via United Express and other "express" airlines. We received very good feedback from those that flew directly into Montrose for the 2007 and 2008 gatherings. Denver and Colorado Springs are also options, but those are 4+ hours from Montrose, so that does complicate things somewhat.
Altitude -- Don't Let It Become An Issue (click here) Most of Colorado is at an altitude above 5,000 feet and your travels to do Rockies-Gold may include riding some passes that may be as high as 12,000 feet, and if you include Pikes Peak or Mt. Evans you would be riding to an elevation of just over 14,000 feet. Such elevations can have negative effects on many folks that are traveling here from lower elevations. Click on the above link for additional information on altitude sickness, its symptoms, and some possible remedies. Probably one of the most important things is to remember to drink water, drink water, and drink water. It is very easy to get dehydrated at the higher elevations and in the dry Colorado climate, so force yourself to drink plenty of water. If you experience symptoms, it is also advisable to avoid alcoholic beverages.
Davis Service Center
2380 East Main Davis Service Center in Montrose (about one mile east on US-50 from the Black Canyon and Red Arrow Motels) is an outstanding motorcycle dealership, selling and servicing Honda and other motorcycles. During previous motorcycle events Davis Service Center has gone out-of-their way to assist motorcyclists visiting Montrose. They will also try to accommodate any and all of our needs during Rockies-Gold. Tires, if needed, will be available at a discount (varies by type of tire) from MSRP. If you believe that you will need tires installed or other service during Rockies-Gold, please contact them in advance, if possible, so that they can ensure that they have the item(s) that you need and also get you scheduled.
If any questions contact: PODO
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