Five Mile Pass
Rode out to Five Mile Pass today and enjoyed the fresh air today. From the corner of Redwood Road and I think what turns into Lehi Main Street, you’ve got around 15-17 miles of uninterrupted riding out to the Five Mile Pass area. The shoulder is wide at least until Fairfield. From what I’ve experienced over the past few years riding out that direction is that the drivers are fairly considerate. Last winter I was out near Fairfield solo and hadn’t been paying attention to the bad weather that was building to the northeast. When I turned around at Five Mile I knew it was going to be a blizzard of a ride home. Half way between Fairfield and Cedar Fort I, of course, flatted. As I was changing the flat a truck stopped to make sure I was ok and offered a ride.
Being my optimistic-about-weather-self I declined, imagining that the storm would clear up. I got the flat changed and started pedaling again. As the road turns direct East the snow was blowing sideways. At least it was cold enough that it was just piling up on my tights and jacket. When I got to Lehi I figured it was a rough enough day so far that I could call for the extraction. Unfortunately for me, Lori was with the girls and no one was home. Maybe it was a good thing. I made it home, none the worse for wear and I pushed through when I didn’t really want to.
Back to Five Mile Pass today and my burning question of interest. The south end of the Oquirrhs look like they could provide some decent skiing. Anyone ever ski out there? While I have for the time being turned into a non-skier I always see pitches that look like a lot of fun to ski.
I saw Sohmy’s post about seeing a bald eagle today near Scipio. I wonder how close he came to hitting it!?!?!
