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Ride Where Eagles Dare: Moab's Slickrock Bike Trail

Every sport has its legendary fields of battle. Big wave surfers have the North Shore. Mountain climbers have K2. And, whitewater kayakers have Zambezi. If you've got the guts, the stamina and the skills, Slickrock trail in Moab, Utah is the ultimate mountain bike proving ground.

Even though Slickrock trail measures in at a brief 12 miles, every inch tests you physically and mentally. The almost lunar-looking landscape was formed when the inland oceans that used to cover southeastern Utah dried up, leaving behind petrified beach dunes of Navajo sandstone. Now, the name Slickrock is a real misnomer—the surface of the dunes has the texture of sandpaper, which gives your tires the much-needed traction you'll need to ascend the hairier sections of the trail (the ones with names like Faith in Friction, Baby Bottom Bowl and Steep Creep). The name Slickrock came from the region's early settlers whose shoe-clad horses had difficulty traversing the terrain.

And, on the subject of the terrain, it's steep. Damn steep. Most of the time, you'll be stuck in your lowest gears, pedaling furiously just to overcome gravity's relentless downward pull. So, you need to get into shape before you head out to the desert. The next time you're riding the local routes, push yourself to tackle the tougher, steeper and longer trails—it's the only way to build up the stamina to conquer Slickrock.

One of biggest hazards of Slickrock is not the trail itself but what surrounds it. Look off in any direction, and your eyes are treated to the sugary visual candy of the surrounding landscape. Petrified sand dunes, stunning rock formations and gorgeous gorges are everywhere. It's easy to become hypnotized by the natural beauty and stop paying attention to where you're riding. Next thing you know, you're flying over your handle bars and sliding cheek first across the coarse dunes. It's critical that you not get distracted, and there's one sure-fire technique for improving your focus: take a trip to Manhattan in the summertime and walk around The Village without gazing at all the barely dressed beauties prancing around. If you can survive that challenge, Slickrock will be a cake walk.

Besides preparing your body, you also need to ready your auto for the trip. You can't bring Moab to your bike, so you need to be capable of bringing your bike to Moab. Most riders prefer to equip their vehicles with a base roof rack. Made up of crossbars and towers that secure to your car's scalp, a roof rack forms the foundation for installing a bike carrier. Plus, you can mount a cargo carrier to your roof rack, giving you the perfect spot to stash spare parts, extra inner tubes, bike tools and enough granola and trail mix to keep your stomach from growling.

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If you're a mountain biker and you've got a bucket list, add "Conquer Slickrock" at the top. It's a grueling 12 mile ride over unforgettable terrain, but it's also one of the most satisfying rides. But, be prepared and don't forget to equip your auto with a proper roof rack and cargo carrier to get your gear safely to the trailhead.

Sea Eagle 380xd Inflatable Kayak $899 Sea Eagle 380x inflatable kayak. 12'4" long, holds 2 adults. Rated for up to class 4 whitewater.

Sea Eagle Surf Mat $19 Great Fun on the Ocean!Two built in skegs let the Sea Eagle Surf Mat track down the face of a wave like a North Shore pro! Double I-Beam construction makes it rigid and bouyant, and an extra heavy PolyKrylar material make it tough and durable.

Sea Eagle 330 Deluxe Package $299 Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Canoe. Rugged 33 mil polykrylar hull. 11'2" x 2'10" Only 26 lbs. Complete with two seats, two 7' 10" paddles, footpump, and repair kit.

Sea Eagle 14SR Deluxe Inflatable Boat $2299 Sea Eagle 14SR Inflatable sport boat. Deluxe Package. Carries 7 adults, 40 HP engine. Double reinforced 19" inflatable tubes.

Sea Eagle 8FD Inflatable Boat $549 9' 7" Four man inflatable boat. Complete with motormount, floorboards, two seats, oars, pump, repair kit

Sea Eagle 10.6SRD 5 man Inflatable boat $1499 10' 6" Inflatable boat Deluxe package. HOlds 5-people, 15 hp. capacity. Rugged 1000 denier fabric, reinforcement layers under hull. Great for yacht tending.

Sea Eagle 9 Fisherman's Dream Kit $599 Rugged 11' x 4'8" Inflatable boat featuring super thick 38 mil Polykrylar hull material, wooden floorboards, two seats, motormount, oars, foot pump and repair kit.

Sea Eagle 375fc Fold Cat Pro Angler $1299 Pontoon boats are a great way to get to places where fish are hiding. But who has 35-40 minutes to spare to put your boat together? Most rowing frames take that long to assemble. Our FoldCat has a unique folding support system that can be inflated and assembled in 5 minutes by one person.

Sea Eagle 12.6 SRD 6 Man inflatable Boat $1799 12' 6" - 6 man inflatable boat. Rugged 1000 denier material, maintenance free plastic floorboards. 3 year warranty. Complete kit - see page for details.

SeaEagle.com life jacket $39 Sea Eagle Coast Guard Approved Life Jackets are good looking and durable. Features four plastic closures on adjustable nylon straps for a comfortable, secure fit.

Eagle $10 Eagle

The Eagle $6.99 The Eagle

Nylon Carry Bag for inflatable boat $25 Our storage bag is a convenient way to transport your Sea Eagle. This 26x43 inch bag will comfortably hold a deflated SE-6, SE-8, SE-9, or SE-330 and several accessories (i.e. oars, pump & motormount).

AB-25-3 OARS $30 Our AB-25-3 Oars will row a Sea Eagle 6, 8 or 9 at a surprisingly brisk pace. Aluminum shaft with ABS plastic blades. Length is 56 inches long. (pair)

8.10YT Yacht Tender Inflatable Boat $999 3 man foldable inflatable boat. Inflates in minutes, folds to fit in any trunk. 5 hp. capacity, makes a great yacht tender or RV companion

395ps PaddleSki $899 2 person inflatable rowing catamaran kayak. Great for sea kayaking!

340xd Explorer Kayak $849 2 person inflatable kayak, great for camping and whitewater.

Bow Storage Bag $21 This trim, attractive bag fits on the bow of our 420x, 380x & 340x kayaks. Great for storing snacks, sodas, repair kits or a spare pump.Also fits on our 395ps and 435ps paddleski models.

Stern Storage Bag $18 This trim, attractive bag fits on the stern of our canoes. Great for storing snacks, sodas, repair kits or a spare pump.

Nylon Seat Bag for Aluminum Seat $39 Makes excellent use of the dead space underneath the wooden seat. Nylon flap secured with Velcro makes attachment easy. Comes with Nylon shoulder strap to carry to and from your boat. Storage capacity: 14 x 24 x 9.

SE370 Deluxe Kayak $349 12 ft kayak featuring:Self bailing drain valveThree deluxe one-way valvesLashed down inflatable spray skirtsI-beam construction floor2 skegs on the bottom for better tracking & speed Pressure Gauge and Repair KitBow & Stern Grab Line3 year warranty

Repair Kit For Transom Boats $15 Repair kit for Transom Sport Boats, Explorer Kayaks and Paddleski models. Includes two pieces of hull material, tube of glue & Halkey-Roberts valve replacement tool.

A-41 Large Bellows Pump $39 A high capacity footpump made of durable ABS plastic. Packs down for easy travel. Comes with adapter valves for Motormount boats, Transom boats, Paddleski, and kayak models.

MB-50 Electric Pump $39 The MB-50 electric pump inflates our motormount boats in a matter of minutes. Includes a cigarette lighter adapter for automotive use. Includes multiple valve adapters and a nine foot battery cable. This pump is for the SE6, SE8, SE9 and SE330 models.

MB100 High Pressure Electric $89 Designed for our Sport Boats, PaddleSkis, & Kayaks (except the SE-330), the MB-100 high speed electric pump is specifically designed for higher pressure inflatable boats. Hooks up to a car battery. Just set the pressure gauge to the desired pressure and turn on.

Deluxe Fly Fishing Seat $39 Our new Deluxe Fly Fishing Kayak High Seat provides super comfort and great back support like our regular Deluxe Kayak seat, but it sits you up 3” higher for greater casting comfort. Can be used with the SE 330, 395 ps, 435 ps, 340x, 380x, & 420x.

Deluxe Kayak Seat $39 Deluxe Kayak Seat. A great kayak seat that provides extra back support for paddling or rowing. Works in all of our kayaks.

Swivel Seat $49 Padded Swivel Seat. Can be used with the Seat Spider or attaches to our Fold Cat.

AB25-5 OARS $39 Designed for our Transom Boats, these oars connect with oarlock pins for fast, comfortable rowing. Collapsible for easy transport. 5 ft. 5 in. long.

AB40 7' 10 Double End Paddle $95 The asymmetrical spoon blade design of this kayak paddle allows for smooth entries and an even pull, maximizing the power from your stroke. Made with ABS/Fiberglass composite blades and an aluminum shaft that disconnects in the center. 4 lbs

seaeagletest $100 test