After over a dozen days spent wrenching on the Dragon, and a few short test rides to iron out the details, I feel the expenditure of new wheel skins is justified; once said tires are mounted and balanced, a more serious “test” drive is in order. A 200 mile voyage up to Eagle Summit via the Steese Highway in the glorious White Mountains seems fitting. One of my favorite places in all Alaska. Today’s jaunt allows the scoping of a potential backcountry ski carving fest on a moderately angled SE facing slope dotted with widely spaced spruce trees. Another bonus is to make note of put in and take out spots for a future top secret packrafting mission unbeknownst to anyone I know. The Dragon purrs along nicely and at Eagle Summit, a dense fog allows no further progress from the apex of The Eagle. An eerie sensation merges with luminous light conditions, allowing for uncompromised viewing at a mere 10 degrees fahrenheit, yet a near gale force breeze make for an unpleasant chill. On a short walk near the eastern end of the Pinnell Mountain trail, a flock of Rock Ptarmigans spook themselves into a distant snow embeded willow cluster. Later, on the mellow drive home, I pass by a firmy planted Alaska State Flag and a Coyote crosses the road not far off.
Just Rolling By 
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