Were we ever high when we reached this summit!!!  We had been riding for about 5-6 hours, spread out along the route.  As I was approaching the summit, I heard cheers welcoming my cycling sisters, so I knew I was close.  Much hugging and sheer exhilaration followed.  This is the highest point on the trip, so we were all very happy to be able to do it rather than thinking about doing it!  The descent was 8 miles long and really as beautiful as the climb, maybe moreso....  We stopped a few times to let our rims cool off so as to hopefully prevent any blowouts.  There were a few very small snow piles on the side of the road and we dragged out our cold weather gear for the chilly trip downhill.  Our resting place for the night was perfect - The Black Range Lodge in Kingston, NM, pop. 'oh, about 30'.  It's beauty and warmth were unsurpassed, to say nothing of the incredible meals whipped up with the artistry and precision team work of the owners/ staff.  The 2 dogs Pepper and Charley rounded out the wonderfulness of the place - we all hated to leave.  More photos to follow, but if any of you are ever in the neighborhood, this place is not to be missed!