Moore Fun: A Technical Delight or Nightmare, Depending On Who You Ask

Introduction: Not Your Average Fruita Trail

Tucked away in the challenging tapestry of Fruita, Colorado’s Kokopelli Trail System, Moore Fun is the epitome of technical mountain biking. With its 5-mile network route filled with rock gardens, ledges, and switchbacks, this difficult trail demands nothing less than your absolute focus. Situated adjacent to the more accessible Mary's Loop and Mack Ridge, Moore Fun is both a compliment and a contrast to what the Grand Valley offers.

The Anatomy of the Route: A Study in Technicality

If you’re seeking a leisurely ride through scenic Fruita, turn back now—Moore Fun is not for the faint-hearted. Here's what you're up against:

• Initial Ascent: Kicks off with rocky terrain, multiple ledges, and tight turns, serving as a technical hors d'oeuvre for what lies ahead.
• Peak and Descend: Upon conquering the ascent, get ready for a descent just as technical. Don't let the downhill fool you; this is not your typical ‘let gravity do the work’ scenario.
• Trail End: Concludes at Lion's TH parking, where choices abound for your next move—Mary's Loop, Handcuffs, Lion's, Rustlers Loop, or perhaps straight to a repair shop.

The trail offers very little in terms of flow and rhythm, throwing a series of 'hike-a-bike' sections and 'you've got to be kidding' obstacles to challenge even the most hardened cyclists.

Cyclist Reviews: Polarized Opinions

The mountain biking community has divisive opinions on Moore Fun:

• Some riders find the trail an enriching experience that tests the limits of their technical skills.
• Others feel the trail's name is a misnomer—labeling it a 'technical nightmare' that disrupts flow and frequently dismounts riders.
• Yet, everyone agrees that the trail is the ultimate technical cross-country route in the area, with incredible views that you won't have time to appreciate.

Directions and Logistics

Getting There: Take the Loma exit 15 from I-70 and go south to the frontage road, leading to the Kokopelli Trail parking area.Post-Ride Choices: With its proximity to a variety of other trails, Moore Fun can either be a standalone challenge or a spiced-up addition to a longer ride. However, be warned—the trail might leave you physically and mentally exhausted.

Final Thoughts: For Whom Is Moore Fun?

Moore Fun is for cyclists who love crawling over technical terrain, who relish the rock gardens and who laugh in the face of ledges. If that doesn't sound like your idea of a good time, Fruita offers plenty of other fantastic trails that might be more your speed. But if you've got the grit and the technical skill, Moore Fun will not disappoint—it will challenge, frustrate, and ultimately, exhilarate.