On the way up to Copper Pass.
That was about all I could do on my run the other day. East Maroon to Triangle Pass to Conundrum was the goal.
I knew I’d be in chase mode. I haven’t been out for more than a few short runs since Hardrock, and these guys were so fast, I went out with the simple goal– to just keep up.
As tiring as it may be, and even if one of the partners is a wiseguy who loves to remind you when you’re falling off the back, it’s good to go out with people who push you.
It was nice and quiet on the East Maroon side. We didn’t see a single person.
They took off in the lead off Copper Pass. Triangle Pass was next, seen out in the distance.
They waited a moment for me atop Triangle before the descent down Conundrum Creek.
And then they were off. At least I knew I’d be good for bronze.
I suppose if I didn’t stop for photos I might have stayed up front.
Cathedral and Castle Peak and the Upper Conundrum Valley.
We saw a dead cow carcass by the hot springs.
About six miles out, I was still holding my own.
And thankfully I was just fast enough to finish before they drank all the beer.
great pix!
fun crew!
always admired your style teddy, but this just might be the ultimate #nonhumblebrag. well played.
Thanks Tim. It was due in part to the fact that I was, at times, off-the-back. Can’t brag too much about that.
No monsoon storms evident. Next time how about a lunch run like the gorilla mtn bikers do to Aspen. You could hit the Teocali Tamale and skoot back. Hugs to yoiu both. Rod
Did you hear about Ted’s SURPRISE birthday…. on Thursday? Hahaha- still laughing;) Fantastic photos and happy birthday eve!!!
Still laughing here too- that made the day.
Nice of the ‘runners who will not be named’ to save you a Stella. Was the Michelob Ultra already gone? Nice look at Cathedral’s SW face.
I actually brought the beer, so leaving some for me was the least they could do. No Michelob Ultra on scene.