741 ft
Distance
-141 ft
Descent
2,812 ft
High Point
This test-piece trail is not for the faint of heart. Walk the upper section first to scout your line, then it will quickly become your favorite on the mountain. As seen in Freehub Magazines Vermont Photobook.
Detailed Description
Freehub Magazine: Hydra is a 741 ft moderately popular extreme route located near Bolton Vermont. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a extreme overall physical rating. This route includes 1 trails. This route with a max elevation of 2,812 ft then descends -141 ft.
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingDouble Black Diamond
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Route TypePoint to Point
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeDH, AM
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingExtreme
More Stats for Freehub Magazine: Hydra mountain bike route
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Altitude change-141 ft
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Altitude min2,671 ft
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Altitude start2,812 ft
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Altitude end2,671 ft
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Grade-19.1%
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Grade max-50.7%
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Grade min-3.4%
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Distance down741 ft
Directions
- Bike northwest on Hydra.
- Continue for 200 meters.
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Vermont Freeride At Bolton Valley | New Englands Gnarliest Bike Park?
trail: Hydra
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Oct 3, 2020
Recent Trail Reports Along Route
| status | trail | date | condition | description |
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Oct 10, 2021 @ 10:29am Oct 10, 2021 | Mud and leaves slippery |
- By FreehubMag
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