[Bruce K]

I wish I was there to go with you

The route is pretty simple - go up over Vail Pass. Watch your descent on the bike path down to Copper, especially as you get close and through the tunnel. Refuel here or at the convenience store/gas station at the light.

Ride through Copper on the main road and turn right at the traffic light. Up Fremont Pass and down to Leadville (go into Leadville for refuel again).

Come back out towards Copper and turn towards Tennessee Pass (public restriom on left at the top of ghe pass) and Minturn. Up over Tenessee and then down until Battle Mt. (shorter steeper climb). Then down through Minturn (a fun place to stop but you're close to done).

Through Minturn and just after you go under the highway you get on the bike path on your right back to Vail.

Look at the Copper Triangle Alpine Classic site for a decent map.

I am sure locals will have more info

Have fun and bring a light rain jacket just in case.

BK