Meeting of the minds

Turns out, Pikes Peak granite doesn’t hold it’s shape terribly well.

Following the completion of the Morgan’s flyover, the trail saw a massive increase in traffic from local riders but also riders all over the region and further away who read about the feature and accomplishment. This increased use saw the landing of the flyover quickly crumble away from it’s original slope and shape.

Hearing community feedback as well as our own riding experience caused us to keep a close eye on the landing and eventually meet with city staff to help them understand the concerns as well as discuss ideas on reworking the landing in an effort to lessen the impact on riders. Our meeting was a success and we managed to work out a great long term solution that will involve cinderblocks, clay binders, and a good amount of elbow grease.

Now it’s time to put the plan into action.

If you are a more experienced trail builder or aren’t afraid of some difficult work, join us Monday Sept. 23 or Tuesday Sept. 24 to upgrade the landing on Captain Morgan’s trail. It will be a technical challenge, but we are confident that we can meet the task.

Bring a hat, sunglasses, gloves, water, a lunch, long pants, and sturdy shoes.

As always, sign up is required!