It was 44f at 6:30 am when we left for Leadville. New pavement made for a smooth and fast climb toward our goal. Stopped at all the information boards and photo pullouts along the road. We passed 9000' elevation after 15 miles of riding, only 1,250' to go. Passed the turnoff to Independence Pass , which opens Memorial Day weekend, and travelers were lining up to be the first up the pass this season. We'll pass on that side trip. We crossed the Arkansas River headwaters and then on to Leadville. Got a room at the Alps Inn and headed for lunch and a walk about town.
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