When preparing to leave Keystone for our ride to Hot Springs, we had planned on taking the scenic route, however we met a local bike rider who advised us that the scenic route is very hilly and very dangerous ... she had been hit on this road. She was very convincing, so we took the route she suggested ... 62 miles along SD 79, which is a divided highway. Very tough ride due to lack of services and, as usual, a consistent headwind. 'Tis a shame, Frank and Roger both rode the scenic route and said is was wonderful.
But the one thing they missed was the goooood sign ... 15% downhill. I am not sure I have ever descended such a steep road. Scenic route be damned, that short section was incredible. Unfortunately, the remainder of the ride made that forgetable by the end of the day.
Long ride, painful ... but woo-boy 15%.
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