Mt. Evans

Grueling and epic (Mt. Evans was a blast)  Tips: Eat and drink enough on the ride up, approach well rested, pace yourself, pre-acclimate regarding elevation, be careful descending.  The first half of Evan's descent from the summit is painful.  Cracked asphalt, potholes, high-traffic (goat, human, car)  Met majestic mountain goats with babies.  So graceful on the rocks (compared to the greatest athletes, mountain goat mannerism, and skill set remains unparalleled.

Chapman + Carbon Fail

Descending Chapman on a road bike has its cons.  Carbon wheels, for example.  I had never seen carbon "fail" in person, but heat seems to be the enemy.  A very hot day, paired with heavy breaking (using caution on this sandy-gravel descent) Led to a carbon rim "explosion" for lack of better terms.  Carbon splinters, worn out tire, and a ride home on the rim.  Sent it too hard.  Bright side, the spokes, and hub are still good.  I am going to buy a proper rim and work on rebuilding this wheel.