With that, I headed out in the extreme heat with my midweek riding buds, Tiny and Willy, to check out route options for the event. Was supposed to get over 100 degrees in the valley. Fortunately we planned on getting into the higher elevations and cooler temps.
We unloaded at Union Creek and headed up. It was of course hot and dusty, but still nice to get out.
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We eventually made our way to Hershberger Lookout and wow was the panoramic view excellent!
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Tiny Knight photo
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Then we descended back down to the Rogue River near Rabbit Ears and enjoyed the views on the way.
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More good times and another stellar day! When I got back home, this is how hot it was in the shade!
-Tom
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