Mountain biking 6/27

Today, John and I led a ride around the front side of China Camp for a small group of rides from the California Deaf Wheelers (CDW). 

Entrance gate for the ride.

Near the start of the ride.

It was a nice day for a ride.  One short section was closed due to trail improvements, but it was easy to bypass with a fire road climb. 

It was also a lucky day because at the first bridge we saw an owl.  I don't know much about any kind of bird, but we believe that it was young because of its downy feathers.  I was very surprised that it out during the day time and further surprised that it was not disturbed by the many people stopping to take a look at it.

No other surprises for the remainder of the ride, but it was fun.

Stats:
9.06 miles
1,080 feet of elevation gain