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“Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travellers don’t know where they’re going.”
   -- Paul Theroux
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS, and some that haven’t been asked yet:

What’s included in the tours?
What’s not included?
What should I pack?
What should I know about weather, climate, elevation?
How many will be in my tour?
Where will we stay while on tour?
How do I sign up?
What if I need to cancel?
What else do I need to know about joining a Rocky Mountain tour?

Hot Dog Stand WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE TOURS?

Tours include lodging before, during and after the tour. Breakfast and dinners are on us. An experienced guide provides daily route maps, advice and information on unique local features, history and culture along each day’s route.
Our support vehicle carries luggage and supplies, and our secure, enclosed trailer is capable of carrying one or two motorcycles in case of breakdown or other problem.
We have the capability to carry passengers in the support vehicle, though why anyone would prefer an air-conditioned car to the pillion seat is beyond me.
We provide pickup and drop off service at Denver International Airport for tour participants who fly in, and expedite bike arrangements (rental or shipping.)
Each tour participant receives a personalized souvenir photo album following the tour.

Beans fueling the grill WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

We do not provide motorcycles or riding gear, though we will help with arrangements for same. Tour participants are responsible for their own motorcycles, fuel and incidentals, lunch most days, any adult beverages, and transportation to and from Colorado.

Storm rolling in WHAT SHOULD I PACK?

You will need a valid motorcycle license, a motorcycle capable of traveling at highway speeds and insurance covering your motorcycle. You should carry funds to cover fuel, lunch and incidentals. Layered clothing is wise, given Colorado’s wide climatic variations. Rain gear is prudent, sunscreen essential. A bathing suit will come in handy for dips in a hot spring or tub, swimming or rafting on discretionary days. Pack a sweater or light jacket for star-gazing after dinner.
Ophir Pass WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT WEATHER, CLIMATE, ELEVATION?

Mostly, that you can and should expect every kind of weather. Most of our riding is at elevations between 6,000 and 10,000 feet, with a number of passes considerably higher. The highest paved road in Colorado is more than 14,000 feet above sea level!
Temperatures can fluctuate dramatically with elevation, time of day and weather conditions, so you’ll want to layer your clothing and riding gear.
Our low relative humidity and hot sun demand respect. Wear sunscreen and drink plenty of water while on tour.
While Colorado is sunny and semi-arid, summer afternoons in the mountains often see brief but dramatic thunderstorms. So rain gear is a must!
Mob Scene HOW MANY WILL BE IN MY TOUR?

We like small, unobtrusive groups, and set an absolute maximum of twelve motorcycles per tour. Most of our tours will have five to ten bikes. We reserve the right to limit the number of bikes and riders in each tour, and to cancel a tour if fewer than five riders have signed up by the cutoff date.
Rico Motel WHERE WILL WE STAY WHILE ON TOUR?

We use small, locally owned hotels, inns and B&Bs wherever possible. By and large, our accommodations are less fancy than their urban counterparts - downright rustic, sometimes. Such is life in Colorado’s quiet mountain hamlets and small towns.
But we only patronize clean, well-run establishments with real beds and running water!*
*Our custom tours may include camping or other accommodations.
wildflowers HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Couldn’t be easier! Choose one (or more) of our tours, fill out our registration form and mail it to us. If you would prefer, you may email us directly to register. A deposit of 20% of the total tour price is required to reserve your place in the tour group. Payment in full is required forty-five days prior to start of the tour.
  WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

We hope you won’t, but sometimes life can throw you a curveball. A full good faith refund will be provided for cancellation up to forty-five days prior to start of the tour. Refunds cannot be provided for cancellation after the cutoff date for the tour, unless the reserved place can be filled from a waiting list prior to start of the tour.
Moki crowd scan WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT JOINING A ROCKY MOUNTAIN TOUR?

If you are a beginning rider, or comfortable mostly on straight, flat highways, our tours may not be for you. If you have questions or concerns about your skill level or riding experience, please contact us to discuss it.