Days 6 and 7: Into Ely, NV

into Ely, NV

So, day 6 we will affectionately be known as our first Zero day. A day where nothing should get done not ridden. Except Blaster is convinced he is the pit crew. The bikes are fueled, exoskeleton of dust is high pressure washer off, the new drive chains are ready for their first adjustments.
Gas in Battle Mountain and Eureka


Today we were estastic to get to ride a few parts of the pony express


This mine was giagantic. Looks like an emp went off. Notice the stridations of color from the unwanted ore.


Not your typical commute sign


Who knew Eureka was a little mining town stuck in time


And the track to date. Not too shabby. Should be over the NV border tomorrow.

Big skies


Would you like your ruts with a side of moondust alkaline?


The really nifty part of this route, is that If you don't like somethibg, don't worry it's no longer than 10 or 20 miles...

We dip in and out of canyons


The clouds dance around the summits




Compared to the bloody hot summer Maryland had in '16, Nevada has been chill.