Mountain Bike

7.3 miles

Distance

2,882 ft

Climb

-2,885 ft

Descent

5,155 ft

High Point

Above the treeline at Mt Washington You’ll be treated to some unbelievable views of the Comox Valley & Strathcona Park. Some great climbing, and lots of fun single track. The most scenic and rewarding race in the series.
COURSE DISTANCES

Gutbuster Long Course – ~14k – 820m Vertical Gain – 9:45 am start

*Note: there is a course cut-off at the 8k mark – the turn to start the Give’r climb – at 1hr 45min (11:30 am)*

Sport Short Course – ~8k – 500m Vertical Gain – 10:00 am start

Detailed Description

VI Trail Running Series Mount Washington 14k is a 7 mile expert race route located near Courtenay British Columbia. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route climbs 2,882 ft with a max elevation of 5,155 ft then descends -2,885 ft.

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Race Course
Race Date

Saturday August 10, 2024
Riding area

Mount Washington Bike Park
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- Trail Running
Difficulty rating

Black Diamond
Route Type

Point to Point
eBike Allowed

No
Direction

One Direction
Physical rating

Hard

More Stats for VI Trail Running Series Mount Washington 14k mountain bike route

Altitude change

-3 ft
Altitude min

3,890 ft
Altitude start

3,893 ft
Altitude end

3,891 ft
Grade

-0%
Grade max

-52.5%
Grade min

115.1%
Distance climb

3 miles
Distance down

4 miles
Distance flat

509 ft

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