11.8 miles
Distance
1,363 ft
Climb
-1,250 ft
Descent
839 ft
High Point
113 ft
Altitude change
451 ft
Altitude min
451 ft
Altitude start
564 ft
Altitude end
0.2%
Grade
-24.7%
Grade max
29.9%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

No Res Case Loop, some fun descending.

Detailed Description
Case No Res Loop is a 12 mile less popular intermediate route located near Manchester Connecticut. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 22 trails. This route climbs 1,363 ft with a max elevation of 839 ft then descends -1,250 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Jun 19, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    12 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 31 min
  • Altitude min
    451 ft
  • Altitude start
    451 ft
  • Altitude end
    564 ft
  • Climb
    1,363 ft
  • Descent
    -1,250 ft
  • Grade
    0.2%
  • Grade max
    -24.7%
  • Grade min
    29.9%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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  • Riding area
    Case Mountain
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Bike type
    AM, XC, Fat, Uni
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    8
Avg: 1 (1 votes)
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    MTB Case Mtn: The shaft
    MTB Case Mtn: The shaft
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Joy 2019
    Jul 12, 2026 @ 3:16pm (America/New_York)
    Jul 12, 2026
    		Large tree across Joy
    The Shaft
    Jun 19, 2026 @ 3:15pm (America/New_York)
    Jun 19, 2026
    		Large tree down across trail, blocking trail just before the last jump before crossing Coop rd.
    The Reflex
    Apr 18, 2026 @ 9:59am (America/New_York)
    Apr 18, 2026
    Black Mamba
    Dec 7, 2025 @ 1:30pm (America/New_York)
    Dec 7, 2025
    Fern Trail
    May 13, 2025 @ 7:56am
    May 13, 2025
    		Large tree down across trail, blocking trail. About half way down right after joy and fern nearly converge
    more reports »
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