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11.0 miles
Distance
1,615 ft
Climb
-1,608 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
10 ft
Altitude change
8,167 ft
Altitude min
8,270 ft
Altitude start
8,281 ft
Altitude end
-47.9%
Grade max
64.1%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
4,770 ft
Distance flat
If you're new to Buffalo Pass, this is a nice primer.
Detailed Description
Buff Pass Flash is a 11 mile popular easy route located near Steamboat Springs Colorado. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 1,615 ft with a max elevation of 9,643 ft then descends -1,608 ft.
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Distance11 miles
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Altitude change10 ft
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Altitude min8,167 ft
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Altitude start8,270 ft
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Altitude end8,281 ft
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Climb1,615 ft
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Descent-1,608 ft
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Grade max-47.9%
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Grade min64.1%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down5 miles
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Distance flat4,770 ft
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