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Spectacular Sunset Into Moonlight Ride Print E-mail
Weekend of June 26-27, 2010
 
Moonshadows in Moab Road Cycling Ride Print E-mail

An Unforgettable...

 Sunset into Moonlight Experience

Watch the full moon rise briskly above the La Sal mountains as you begin this 44 mile out-and-back route; take in the scent of the desert's sweet sage as you make your way to the Earth’s edge overlooking the Colorado River 2000 feet below.  Bask in the full moon as it floods the canyon walls while you enjoy a light dinner at the Moonshadows Café turnaround point. Overlooking the Colorado River one thousand feet below, this may be the most unique AID/food station you will ever visit.  Join us in the parking lot post-event to drink in the ambience of moonlight with friends or head back into town for post-event revelry at Frankie D's Saloon. 

Host Hotel Aarchway Inn offering special event rate of $99 (reg. $129) for double queen bed room or king room.  Hot breakfast, heated outdoor pool, hot tub, courtyard, and much more.  Rider Check-In, Time Trial Registration, and "Morning After" Sunday ride start/finish at Aarchway Inn Hotel.

  • Route open 6pm-midnight
    • Start location at Hwy 313 and Hwy 191 parking lot;
    • the turnoff to Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park
  • Rider Check-In 4-6 pm Saturday at Aarchway Inn (host hotel)
  • Post event gathering at Frankie D's Desert Saloon. 
  • Saturday: Time Trial --Want to ride like the pros?  Join us for a mid-morning test of your skills. Prizes and fun for all! 
  • Sunday - 10:30am group ride after a good sleep-in and breakfast, departing from Aarchway Inn.
  • $45 - Registration open.

 

 
Return of Moonshadows in Moab Print E-mail

Moonshadows in Moab - June 26-27, 2010 

 

 

An unforgettable sunset into moonlight experience
 

 

Watch the full moon rise briskly above the La Sal mountains; take in the sweet sage of the desert as you make your way to the Earth's edge overlooking the Colorado River a thousand feet belowEnjoy this fully supported 44 mile out-and-back ride by the light of the full moonAs you gain 2700 feet in climbing elevation the full moon rises casting a silvery glow throughout the vastness of Canyonlands

 

Arrive at Dead Horse Point State Park for a light dinner at the Moonshadows CaféDrink in the ambiance at the most unique AID station/food station you may ever visit.  Enjoy a thrilling return to the Start/Finish area and tailgate with friends as you bask in the moonlight or head back into town for post-event revelry at Frankie D's Saloon (live music by Mid-Life Crisis; open 'til 1am, cycling attire friendly.) 
 

Rider Check-In 4-6pm Saturday at Aarchway Inn, host hotel.

Route Open 6pm-midnight Saturday evening

Time Trial being organized for Saturday morning

Sunday mid-morning Group Spin Rides around Moab

Register Here  $45   Includes wristband required for entry to Dead Horse Point State Park; light dinner at the "The Mooshadows Cafe"..turnaround point; complimentary beverage ticket for post-event revelry at Frankie D's Desert Saloon. Sorry, no tshirt this year.

Register by April 30th and be entered into drawing for complimentary lodging at host hotel, Aarchway Inn. 
 

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