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Mountain-Biking Home Inspector in Poway, CA Tackles Iron Mtn.
Submitted by sdstenros on Tue, 05/31/2011 - 16:47
Mountain-Biking Home Inspector in Poway, CA Tackles Iron Mtn.
In between home inspections, one of the favorite things I enjoy is mountain biking. I recently had the opportunity to, once again, get the bike wheels rolling after a home inspection in Poway. I have driven by Iron Mtn. in Poway, CA countless times in my home inspection travels, and the place is always busy with hikers and bikers enjoying the great outdoors, but I had never stopped to see what all the interest was about.
This day, before leaving the office for my home inspection, I loaded my 27-speed GT mountain bike on the back of my vehicle and packed my riding gear. I was finished with my day's work by 3:00 pm, so I traveled east on Poway Rd. towards Iron Mtn.
The first quarter mile or so was easy-going through a lush, green mountain meadow. Farther on, the trail began to meander through sage brush as it slowly gained elevation. After crossing several small, bubbling streams, I began to quickly gain altitude. About three-quarters of the way up the mountain, I arrived at the Ramona overlook to the northeast. Even at this elevation, the view of the eastern valley began to open up.
From this point on, the trail became steeper and steeper. There were also frequent switch-backs and large rocks to traverse. I believe even the best of mountain-bikers would have a tough time riding all the way to the peak. At this point of the ascent, it seemed I was carrying my bike more than riding it (Thank God for a lightweight bike!), but finally I made it to the peak.
At the top my jaw dropped. There is a stunning 360-degree view- well worth the climb! Looking to the west over Poway, the sun was beginning to set over the ocean. A vista like this really puts you in awe of God's beautiful creation!
Steve Stenros is a CREIA inspector holding the MCI (Master CREIA Inspector) designation. When you need the services of a professional home inspector in Poway or any other part of San Diego county, First Choice Inspections is available for all your home inspection needs. Steve can be reached for appointments at 888-335-3040. Originally posted on ActiveRain. Bookmark/Search this post with |
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