Grand Junction, Moab and Blanding Loop

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I needed a few things from the BMW dealer in Grand Junction which at 200 miles is equal closest to me with Salt Lake, but a better ride. I headed out over Sweeper Madness (UT72) to I70 which is really nice ride until Green River but then becomes desert and therefore hot.

After taking care of business in Grand Junction I came back on UT128 which follows the Colorado River down to Moab. On the way I found Utah's longest suspension bridge - the Dewey Bridge:

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Later in the day I ran into some storms but was also treated to some great views

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