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No more zipline for Pence

It turns out meandering trail rides on horseback are more Mike Pence's speed than a swift zipline.

While discussing options for Indiana's state parks Tuesday, Congressman Pence made clear he wasn't really a fan of the zipline phenonmenon.

"Having gone on the zipline at the Super Bowl, I have mixed emotions about ziplines, at least my personal involvement in ziplines," he said. "My kids loved it. Karen loved it, but I had a different opinion."

Compare that to a description of a recent hour getaway on horseback with family.

"Having ridden out west, other than the occasional snow-covered peak as you round a corner, there is no difference between the beauty of trail riding in southwestern Indiana than trail riding in the Rocky Mountains. It's absolutely glorious."

To contact Niki Kelly email her at nkelly@jg.net or follow her on Twitter @nkellyatJG.

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