Our intrepid cyclists are on the road, and in for some serious climbing.  Not only are the roads under construction (meaning a lot of gravel, and some narrow spots), but they’re going over the Continental Divide (again), this time at 9800 feet!  We’re the backup SAG (support and gear) … which enables us to take a side trip here and there.

Close to the summit, we are tempted to investigate.  The sign says National Forest Campground … Brooks Lake 5.5 miles, over a gravel bumpy road!  But on looking ahead, the lake must be up against those crags.  This is a must see, says we.

Hmmm.  We continue on, tho the road gets a little tighter.

The lake is available for swimming, boating, or just viewing.  There are meadows to hike in.  And the view from any angle is breathtaking.

Very few campers … and we’re tempted mightely to stay here, maybe forever.  However … we all know about temptation … so off we go.

We catch up to our riders at the little town of Dubois.  Kinda cute in many ways … old west shops, and … our favorite animal.

Inside the shop is a full sized stuffed Jackelope – seen only in movies until now.  Maybe seen only around Dubois, do ya think?

Well, aside from this … inside is a selection of huge, fresh chocolates – made locally.  We selected a milk chocolate cashew cluster (they’ll have these in heaven, I hope) and a milk chocolate caramel cashew goodie.  Not expensive, but very, very good.  Do NOT miss this.  Unfortunately, no pictures – they disappeared too fast.