63.4 miles
Distance
11,379 ft
Climb
-11,376 ft
Descent
2,480 ft
High Point
3 ft
Altitude change
27 ft
Altitude min
57 ft
Altitude start
59 ft
Altitude end
-73.7%
Grade max
52.4%
Grade min
32 miles
Distance climb
24 miles
Distance down
8 miles
Distance flat

Because it is there. That is why.

Detailed Description
But Why is a 63 mile moderately popular expert route located near Gibsons British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a extreme overall physical rating. This route includes 41 trails. This route climbs 11,379 ft with a max elevation of 2,480 ft then descends -11,376 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 3 trails (newest: Jun 24, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 7 trails (newest: May 6, 2026)
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Coast Mountain Bike Trail Association (www.cmbta.ca)
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Stats

  • Distance
    63 miles
  • Avg time
    14 hr 45 min
  • Altitude min
    27 ft
  • Altitude start
    57 ft
  • Altitude end
    59 ft
  • Climb
    2 miles
  • Descent
    -11,376 ft
  • Grade max
    -73.7%
  • Grade min
    52.4%
  • Distance climb
    32 miles
  • Distance down
    24 miles
  • Distance flat
    8 miles

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  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Black Diamond
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Extreme
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