Miles today: 67
Today was one of our best days. The previous day we had looked into whitewater rafting, and it had turned out that on of the best places to do it was at canon city, which was only about 35 miles from pueblo. So we set off fairly late at around 8:45 and did the 35 miles or so with no problem after a good days rest behind us. In canon city we popped into the welcome center and they recommenced a place a few miles further on. so we pitched up, not knowing what to expect. We were so lucky, as we walked in a trip was leaving with a couple of spaces on it, so a quick change of attire and we were off. The trip was great, a fantastic first whitewater rafting experience.
After this, we set out to do as many miles as possible with the remaining daylight. We started off with a 5/6 mile hill climb, but after that it was amazing. We have so quickly gone from nothingness into great scenic mountains. The gorges are breathtaking, and it was great cycling at around 6-7 pm, whilst there was hardly any traffic. We stopped at a small campsite just off the road 20 miles on, where we have been given free lodging for the night, by the kind owner. It is very idyllic. I write this blog in the tent, under the stars, 3 metres away from the river and surrounded by mountains. A perfect end to a perfect day!
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