Winter Ralleye Ride: Pennock Pass

December 19th 2021 - Brave New Wheel, 7am depart
Brief description - Be prepared for the shit. You should be dressed like Davey Crocket in the dead of winter while that bad ass mofo is running around trapping and hunting his own food and what not. Wear your full furs, handwear, headwear, the works. Be ready to walk in snow over Pennock Pass (9k feet+) the pass is closed to cars for the last few miles up and 10 miles down to Pingree Park Road. Everyone that completes this route is a winner, you can only lose if you become incapacitated and need to call in assistance, don't be that person, it’s also not really an option so I’m not sure why I brought it up. Ride it how you want, some people stop for snacks and supplies at the Mishawaka, some people stop for beverages at swing station, it's your adventure. Absolutely zero services from Masonville to Mishawaka for food or water. Below is a picture of you if you don’t channel your own Davey Crocket at 9k feet on top of the pass. For the full Winter Ralleye series and dates find a poster at Brave New Wheel or Bean Cycle or similar places. Ride at your own risk. This event is not promoted by Bike Sports, Gravel Graceland, or, really, anyone for that matter.

The Stats:

• Distance: 92 miles

• Paved: 50%

• Climbing: 5900 feet

Notes: Snow, weather, limited daylight. Don’t be an idiot.

Refills: Horsetooth water, Masonville store, water at the Ranger Station on Pennock, the Mish, Ted’s Place.

Tires: It’s winter. You will likely be trekking through some snow. Go big or go home. The WTB Resolute is our pick.