Day 60. Jackson, Wyoming. Today's mission was to find a moose. We'd heard that the area around Phelps Lake was prime bear and moose country, so headed up there along a bumpy unpaved road. We did an enjoyable 8 mile walk around the lake. Saw lots of autumn colours, a snake, and evidence of bear and moose activity - but no actual bears or moose! The weather was still ok when we got back, so we decided to ride around the 42 mile scenic loop and try our luck at ...

Day 59. Jackson, Wyoming. Frosty buffalo and steamy rivers (a brief description of 8:30am in Yellowstone). It was a very early start but we needed to set a record mileage today. First leg was a rush back to Cody in the car to retrieve the bikes. Luckily by the time we had arrived the weather had warmed up and we were able to retrace our steps to Yellowstone and from there to the Grand Tetons. We are now on the lookout for moose but after a few false alarms (elk,...

Day 54. Cody, Wyoming. It was a bit of an effort to get going this morning as it was only 4 degrees outside (and stayed that temperature for most of the day). Our mesh motorcycle clothing has been great in the hot weather, but isn't really suitable for cold temperatures. Jane's solution - wear as many layers as possible. Thermal base layer, t-shirt, fleece, motorcycle jacket, and two waterproofs. Leggings, trousers, motorcycle trousers, and waterproof trouser...

Day 53. Thermopolis, Wyoming. A bit of a cold and wet day today during our 180 miles to Thermopolis. Temperature got down to 4 degrees and the wind and rain forced us to take shelter in an out of the way place in the middle of nowhere. Definitely a locals pub and we got a frosty reception but it was so cold we ignored it and insisted on coffee. From then on the temperature rose a bit to 10 degrees and we completed our journey in time to have a look around the ho...

Day 52. Rawlins, Wyoming. Time to head north, into Wyoming (our 14th state). Big vistas, ranches, blue skies, and really windy. The highlight of the day was the Snowy Range Pass, which climbed up to 10,847ft, and lived up to its snowy name. Spectacular autumn colours in the foothills. The main challenge of the day was battling against the 50mph winds on the lower roads. Staying at the Holiday Inn at Rawlins, tonight before continuing north tomorrow. Ridden...