more stats
3,799 ft
Distance
38 ft
Climb
-118 ft
Descent
00:04:08
Avg time
-82 ft
Altitude change
6,434 ft
Altitude min
6,518 ft
Altitude max
6,517 ft
Altitude start
6,434 ft
Altitude end
-2.2%
Grade
-11.4%
Grade max
11.7%
Grade min
630 ft
Distance climb
2,139 ft
Distance down
1,030 ft
Distance flat
00:04:08
Avg time

Rib Cage Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Phil's World
    Cortez, Colorado
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #1488 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #49392 in Trail Running
    • #1462 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    NOT wet weather friendly
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Bureau of Land Management

Super fun jump line of a sort utilizing the natural terrain. Don't eat 'em All trails at Phil's World are directional (clockwise) for mountain bikes (though not for hikers/equestrians).

Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 9 rides
  • 17 miles average
6 Months
  • 379 rides
  • 18 miles avg distance
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  • 2,633 rides
  • Last: Sep 15, 2026
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on Aug 21, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.48 (50 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to rib-cage trailhead (37.366560, -108.491730)
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      Feb 12, 2019 @ 7:49am
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      Videos

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      Colorado MTB Trip 2024 | Durango, Twin Buttes,...
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      39:22 | 206 | Jan 6, 2025 , Cortez
      youtuber Rib Cage
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      11:37 | 276 | Jan 5, 2024 , Cortez
      youtuber Single Tracks: Rib Cage & Here for More
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      7:09 | 314 | Dec 13, 2021 , Cortez
      Phil's World 2011 'Rib Cage and Phil's Trail'
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      9:29 | 651 | May 2, 2020 , Cortez

      Routes with this trail

      89
      The Best of Phil's World
      ★ 3.0 • 18 miles • 1,627 ft • 10 • Loop •
      The Phil's World trail system is defined by its hardpacked roller coaster-esque singletrack playfully...
      69
      12 Hours of Mesa Verde Lap
      ★ 5.0 • 16 miles • 1,219 ft • 10 • Loop • Race •
      Race course lap for the 12 Hours of Mesa Verde.

      Trail Products

      4.6 ★★★★★
      50 Ratings
      5 ★ 76%
      4 ★ 10%
      3 ★ 8%
      2 ★ 4%
      1 ★ 2%

      7 Reviews & Comments

      roxtar roxtar
      Wow, there is just no speed limit on this roller coaster.
      trusstruss
      Coryhibbert and especially provin1327 suffered on Ribcage so that you don’t have to. I say that with all due respect and with zero criticism. All of us have been let down by something before due to too much build up. Pay attention to their comments, so that expectations are measured; it’s a short bleepin little experience. Think of it as a sprint in track; a boulder problem in climbing; a single trip down the terrain park in skiing. That said, what an awesome trail!! And perfect to lap with easy Abajo climb.
      Coryhibbert
      I love Phil’s World. Hero dirt, flow, beautifully designed trails and terrain. The experience definitely worth the trip from Durango for something new. The Rib Cage is certainly a highlight but did not meet the overhyped expectations.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Rib Cage located?
      Rib Cage is located in Phil's World, Cortez, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Phil's World trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.36656, -108.49173.
      ▼ How hard is Rib Cage?
      Rib Cage is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rib Cage?
      Rib Cage has 38 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 118 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,434 ft to 6,518 ft.
      ▼ How long is Rib Cage?
      Rib Cage is 3,799 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rib Cage?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Rib Cage. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Rib Cage?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Rib Cage are:
      • May (283 activities)
      • April (174 activities)
      • October (170 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Rib Cage? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rib Cage are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Rib Cage?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 4 minutes to ride Rib Cage. The trail is 3,799 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Rib Cage?
      Rib Cage is a very popular trail. There have been 12,081 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 13,898 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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