Weekend in Moab, Utah
Late October into early November is the sweet spot for Moab. The air is crisp, the crowds thin, and the trails feel like they’ve exhaled after a long summer. It’s that perfect blend of quiet mornings, red rock glow, and cool desert air that keeps you out just long enough to forget what time it is.
This was our first weekend using our Loam Pass, and it was the best kind of kick-off — easy travel, great weather, and endless dirt to chase.
The Rides
Day One — We shuttled with Porcupine Shuttles, catching a ride from Double Down Bike Shop, where the crew shared solid insights before sending us up. The plan: UPS into Raptor — part of the Whole Enchilada system.
UPS (Upper Porcupine Singletrack) throws everything at you: loose rock, slickrock slabs, views that make you forget to pedal, and enough exposure to make you double-check your line. It felt like hanging on to a bucking bronco the entire way down — the kind of ride that leaves your forearms pumped and your legs jelly, but your heart completely alive.
Raptor (Eagle Eye → Hawk’s Glide → Falcon Flow → Kestrel Run) gave us the payoff — flowy, fast, and forgiving in all the right ways.
Day Two — We hit Bull Run, a trail that strings together ledges, slabs, and rolling slickrock. It’s classic Moab — technical enough to keep you honest, scenic enough to make you stop mid-ride just to breathe it in.
And then there’s Malee. She rides like she was born with suspension in her DNA — smooth, fearless, and in full rhythm with the trail. Meanwhile, I’m in the dust behind her on amateur hour, doing my best to hang on and hoping she keeps tolerating my attempts to keep up. It’s equal parts humbling and inspiring, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Where We Stayed
We booked Field Station, and it was everything an outdoor-focused stay should be: bike racks inside the room, a hang board above the bathroom door, and design that feels like a built-out Sprinter van parked in the desert. Functional, fun, and surprisingly affordable.
We’ll book the second floor next time (less upstairs noise), but everything else? Perfect. Whoever designed this place gets it — adventure travelers, this is your spot.
Fuel & Gear
We found Bonjour Bakery Café, and let me tell you — the chocolate croissant is non-negotiable. The ham and cheese breakfast sandwich is massive (plan to share).
Huge thanks to Pronghorn Bicycles for letting us demo the Norco and Transition e-bikes over the weekend. While most Moab trails aren’t e-bike friendly yet, the BLM just announced that starting spring 2026, over 200 miles of Moab trails will open to Class 1 e-bikes — including systems like Horsethief, Gemini Bridges, and even Raptor Route.
Read the official announcement here.
What Stayed With Me
Because it wasn’t about checking boxes or chasing miles. It was about finding our rhythm again — hers smooth and fearless, mine clumsy and full of laughter. About standing at the trailhead with tired legs and big grins, grateful for another shared story.
This little weekend — two rides, one road trip, a few sore muscles — reminded me why I love micro adventures. They don’t have to be big to shift something in you. Sometimes the best rides are the ones that leave you dusty, happy, and quietly proud you showed up.
If You Go:
- Best time: Late October – early November
- Stay: Field Station Moab
- Shuttle: Porcupine Shuttles
- Coffee & croissants: Bonjour Bakery Café
- Demos: Pronghorn Bicycles
- Trails: UPS → Raptor Route, Bull Run
- Pro tip: Bring your Loam Pass and book early — it’s worth it.
Until the next micro adventure,
KB
