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1,355 ft
Distance
-144 ft
Descent
00:03:27
Avg time
-144 ft
Altitude change
123 ft
Altitude min
267 ft
Altitude max
267 ft
Altitude start
125 ft
Altitude end
-10.6%
Grade
-26.5%
Grade max
-3.6%
Grade min
1,355 ft
Distance down
00:03:27
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Cosmo Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Bitouvlei Trails
    Plettenberg Bay
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Log Ride
  • Year Opened
    2021

Runs parallel to the trail up, Noodles, with some short sharp berms and a loose rocky surface. Be weary of cattle or sheep on the trail, and mind the logs by the gate at the bottom, they can be slippery when wet.

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Jun 30, 2021 @ 1:10pm
Jun 30, 2021
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Ideal
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmo

        ▼ Where is Cosmo located?
        Cosmo is located in Bitouvlei Trails, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. It is part of the Bitouvlei Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.99856, 23.35596.
        ▼ How hard is Cosmo?
        Cosmo is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 10.6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Cosmo?
        The trail has 144 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 123 ft to 267 ft.
        ▼ Is Cosmo a point to point trail?
        Yes, Cosmo is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Cosmo?
        Cosmo is 1,355 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Cosmo?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Cosmo. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Cosmo?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Cosmo are:
        • December (2 activities)
        • January (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Cosmo? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Cosmo are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Cosmo?
        The estimated time to ride Cosmo is approximately 3 minutes. The trail is 1,355 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Cosmo?
        Cosmo is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 19 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 19 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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