Adaptive Riders, this route is rated aMTB3. You will need a support rider. Consult POIs for info on gates. Suspension, clearance, and rear-wheel-drive highly recommended.
This route is intended for adaptive riders, but anyone can do it of course. It bypasses Lilac Trail , which has significant narrow off-camber exposure, goes clockwise on Manzanita Loop , and goes down the west side of Miners Ridge Loop. The route becomes aMTB2 if you negate Manzanita Loop. Equipment capability (suspension, clearance, and rear-wheel-drive) and practice will determine if you can ride the west side of Miners Ridge Loop solo. Avoid the east side of Miners Ridge Loop. It requires major assistance to get through. Highly recommended to add in a loop on Black Widow.
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeDH, AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
More Stats for aMTB3 Black Mountain Loop mountain bike route
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Avg time1 hr 19 min
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Altitude min604 ft
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Altitude start747 ft
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Altitude end722 ft
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Grade max-45.4%
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Grade min57.3%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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