16.5 miles
Distance
1,190 ft
Climb
-1,164 ft
Descent
2,011 ft
High Point
MBAA season final race Start Loop and Blue Loop. This race replaces the race that was going to be in Flagstaff.
Detailed Description
2023 MBAA McDowell Frenzy Race May 6th Start Lap + Blue Loop is a 17 mile intermediate race route located near Fountain Hills Arizona. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 1,190 ft with a max elevation of 2,011 ft then descends -1,164 ft.
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Race Course
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Race DateSaturday May 6, 2023
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
More Stats for 2023 MBAA McDowell Frenzy Race May 6th Start Lap + Blue Loop mountain bike route
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Avg time1 hr 17 min
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Altitude min1,624 ft
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Altitude start1,676 ft
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Altitude end1,703 ft
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Grade max-34%
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Grade min21.4%
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Distance climb8 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Lower Shallmo Wash Trail
trail: Lower Shallmo Wash Trail
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Escondido Trail McDowell Mountain Park
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May 6, 2024
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