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22.0 miles
Distance
656 ft
Climb
-678 ft
Descent
199 ft
High Point
-22 ft
Altitude change
42 ft
Altitude start
20 ft
Altitude end
-21.2%
Grade max
15.2%
Grade min
9 miles
Distance climb
9 miles
Distance down
4 miles
Distance flat
A circular route from Echo Cotier, ridden clockwise. Some trails (Mango Unchained, Ranger Danger) will become overgrown and impassable after rainy season but should be clear January through August. The river crossing by pirogue costs XOF 1000. Guereo Beach should be ridden at low or mid tide, otherwise take a diversion. A further XOF 1000 fee is payable at the ranger station on Ranger Danger. Use a bar mounted navigation device to find the trail on Wolf Run.
Detailed Description
Quintessential is a 22 mile less popular easy route located near Popenguine. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 656 ft with a max elevation of 199 ft then descends -678 ft.
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Stats
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Distance22 miles
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Altitude start42 ft
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Altitude end20 ft
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Climb656 ft
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Descent-678 ft
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Grade max-21.2%
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Grade min15.2%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down9 miles
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Distance flat4 miles
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