open_circuit previously posted:
"I can't get on the road until Sat morning, most likely, so I'd be there sometime after lunch on Saturday (6 hour drive?).
I've been wanting to get out to Moab with my mountain bike for years, though I haven't really ridden since moving to CO last year, so I'm out of shape and practice now. I don't want to haul the bike just to look at it, though. If you want to ride one or two days, maybe we can find time for that along with wheeling.
I am good coming back Tues or Weds. We have no special Thanksgiving plans, and I consider the week a loss for work if I don't come back on Monday. I think I should stay out there a few days to explore, so Monday is too soon to return with Saturday arrival.
I saw motels for ~$50 a night earlier this week, or nicer hotels for $85-ish. Can consider splitting a room if trying to go for ultra low expense and it's just two of us."
I'd plan on 6hr drive - can be done in 5-5.5hrs if you push it. I'll see what Paul is doing with regard to Sat. and if I leave Fri evening. It takes me some extra time to drive as i will be flat towing the jeep and have to keep it at reasonable speed. Its getting dark early this time of year - but it will be light out an hour later there than here (but it will be dark by 6pm). I'll definitely plan on staying all day Tues - that would guarantee 3 full days (Sun-Tues) and as much of Sat as can be used.