This is insanely early to be riding at this elevation.  I mean for the time of year, although it is also pretty damn early in the morning.  -6C and fresh snow don’t help.

We didn’t get too far before Kurt managed to mangle his drivetrain.  The boys have been riding a lot this year already, and this was on it’s last legs.  We helped out with lots of ridicule.

Sorry Kurt.  At least you had a fun ride on some of the new trails in the zone.

On the other hand, we put in some fast times on DZL and Sam I Am.  Cold and dry conditions are some of my favourites.

Elladee from Shimano Canada was out today for her annual visit, and did she ever pick a good one.

So was Terry and Dave, although Terry was glued to the phone too much.  You need a secretary to hold your calls this morning, dog.

Every corner was one of those mind blowing views today, and the traction can’t be any better than it is right now.

Group shot!

Some new sections of trail were to be had today too.  A full pull on the Rock Oven with no flats and only Kurt’s mishap to mar an otherwise perfect day.