The August heat proved to be a perfect excuse to run away to the mountains
. Our timing happened to correspond to the annual USA Pro Cycling Challenge in Breckenridge, CO - which meant we were captive festival goers for two days.
Riding the Gondola express
A grand day to be on a duck
Duck wrangler
The chilluns feeding a frenzy of trout
Maren the ever giving sister and work-horse
Our spot conveniently located in front of a toy store
Ezra found a cowbell on the street and joined in the merry making
Maren pooping during the peak excitement of the race
Catching the #1 individual time trial (18 min 11 sec in 8.5 miles up and around Breckenridge, CO)
View of Main street after the crowds disperse
A respite alongside the river front