Ten energetic riders showed up for this ride on the West Etla Valley Loop on Sunday, 21 February 2021. Among the group were several regular riders, plus two visitors from Australia – Alee and Ben, both veteran long-distance bikepackers spending some quality time in Oaxaca. Vidal was aboard his spiffy new Specialized bike with custom graphics. Larry was riding the Specialized Enduro on which he had just installed a new 11-speed transmission with some ultra-low gears for steep hill climbs. The gang opted to ride the loop in a clockwise direction, which took them on paved roads to Cuilapam and thence on unpaved farm roads into the countryside. Near the half-way point three of the stronger riders broke off to climb to Cuatro Venados while the rest of the crew continued back to Oaxaca. As usual, the weather was perfect for such an outing, and all had a great time.
Splashing through a stream. 
A bunch of happy bikers. 
Cranking up a hill. 
A lovely day for a ride.