8.2 miles
Distance
877 ft
Climb
-899 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
This is a perfect introduction to the flow that is to be had at 18 Road. If you are new to mountain biking, or want to get your kids to love it, take them on this loop. It starts with a slow grind up a dirt road, to get a feel for the bike. Then takes you down Kessel Run, the easiest of the flow downhill runs. If you are feeling good, and want to take it up a notch, you continue the loop up Prime Cut and down PBR for a little faster flowing turns and berms.
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Beginner Flow is a 8 mile popular easy route located near Fruita Colorado. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 3 trails. This route climbs 877 ft with a max elevation of 5,546 ft then descends -899 ft.
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8 Reviews & Comments
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misterjohn123
(Dec 12, 2021 at 11:15)

Trail PBR
first half is super fun, enough steepness to keep your speed and tons of rollers and small doubles. great for practicing due to low. second half felt a little slower and fewer features, still awesome
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misterjohn123
(Dec 12, 2021 at 11:12)

Trail Kessel Run
not to steep so expect to pedal to keep your speed up. a few nice optional tech features. great for beginners or a warm up
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Altitude min5,058 ft
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Altitude start5,106 ft
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Altitude end5,085 ft
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Grade max-15.3%
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Grade min45.5%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat1,709 ft
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The #1 MTB Trail for Kids in Colorado - The Kessel Run Fruita Flow Trail
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