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11.2 miles
Distance
2,135 ft
Climb
-2,097 ft
Descent
5,263 ft
High Point
35 ft
Altitude change
4,325 ft
Altitude min
4,325 ft
Altitude start
4,360 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-36.7%
Grade max
42.9%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
1,978 ft
Distance flat
This is a great route showing a cross section of the some of the best Crowsnest has to offer.
Detailed Description
Crowsnest Sampler is a 11 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Coleman Alberta. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 17 trails. This route climbs 2,135 ft with a max elevation of 5,263 ft then descends -2,097 ft.
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Stats
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Distance11 miles
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Avg time4 hr 7 min
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Altitude min4,325 ft
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Altitude start4,325 ft
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Altitude end4,360 ft
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Climb2,135 ft
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Descent-2,097 ft
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Grade0.1%
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Grade max-36.7%
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Grade min42.9%
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Distance climb6 miles
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Distance down5 miles
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Distance flat1,978 ft
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Trails in Route
| 2,877 ft | |||||
| 4,291 ft | |||||
| 4,987 ft | |||||
| 3,894 ft | |||||
| 1,306 ft | |||||
| 4,580 ft | |||||
| 3,136 ft | |||||
| 3,990 ft | |||||
| 3,547 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 3,153 ft |
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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