13.1 miles
Distance
1,597 ft
Climb
-1,593 ft
Descent
2 miles
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The Emerald Mountain Epic, formerly known as the Steamboat Stinger, provides a challenging backcountry race experience showcasing some of Steamboat Springs’ finest singletrack. The race benefits two local nonprofits: Partners in Routt County and Routt County Riders.

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2020 Emerald Mountain Epic presented by Honey Stinger Half Marathon is a 13 mile intermediate race route located near Steamboat Springs Colorado. This trail running primary route. This route includes 7 trails. This route climbs 1,597 ft with a max elevation of 8,210 ft then descends -1,593 ft.
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  • Race Course
  • Race Date
    Sunday August 9, 2020
  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Trail Running
  • Other Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
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  • Ridelogs
    2
More Stats for 2020 Emerald Mountain Epic presented by Honey Stinger Half Marathon mountain bike route
  • Avg time
    3 hr 48 min
  • Altitude min
    6,717 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,721 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,726 ft
  • Grade max
    -27%
  • Grade min
    39.3%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    7 miles
  • Distance flat
    4,531 ft
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