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Ride/Profile |
Distance(miles) |
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Max Elevation (ft) |
Total Ascent (ft) |
Climb Location |
Where Staying
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Weather |
Ride Notes |
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Depart |
Flight # |
From |
To |
Arrive |
6:15 AM |
1161 |
Boston, MA (BOS)
Airbus A320 |
Phoenix, AZ (PHX) |
9:21 AM |
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11:56 AM |
204 |
Phoenix, AZ (PHX)
Airbus A319 |
Albuquerque, NM (ABQ) |
2:05 PM |
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| Drive to Santa Fe |
| No ride, weather |
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Santa Fe |
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39 |
6,158 |
9,242 |
3,376 |
Los Alamos |
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Long climbs and descents plus some fun rollers. A deviation to Pajarito Ski Area adds climbing and distance. Also possible side trip to Los Alamos which sits atop finger like Mesas cut by steep canyons above the Rio Grande. This is one of the most unique and scenic places you will ever ride. The route has a remote feel with incredible views. The main attraction on the route is the striking cliff dwellings of the Anasazi "the ancient ones". |
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48 |
6,864 |
8,996 |
2,612 |
Pecos |
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Rolling gentle climb to Terrero, some steep sections to Cowles and a 700 ft gain in 2 miles to Jack's Creek |
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75 |
6,198 |
9,114 |
5,886 |
Jemez Springs |
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Mountainous terrain withsome steep sections. This national scenicbyway is knownas one of the most spectacular in the state and it is evenbetter by bike. The route cuts through the Jemezmountains, a range where the earth sistill warm. There are waterfalls, hot springs, unusual geologic formations a hugh caldera and more. |
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19 |
6,978 |
7,792 |
1,024 |
Santa Fe |
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Starts in Plaza area at the end of the Santa Fe Trail. Gradual Climbing for the forst half the ride with 2 miles that will work you, plus a steep mile out of Canada de los Alamos. Amost continual downhill back toSanta Fe Plaza. A plaque in the southeast corner of the plaza in Santa Fe marks the western terminous of this historix trail and reminds us that wagon caravans loaded with goods arrived here from Missouri in the 1800s. |
| Drive to Taos (45 Minutes) |
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US Hill |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TDB |
Taos |
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Several long climbs, but long descents too. Biggest Challenges are Dixon to Penasco and U.S. Hill. This loop typifies northern New Mexico - Old Spanish Villages, fertile valleys, and little development. Cottonwoods line teh riverbeds, and apple orchards dot the landscape. You'll desend along the Rio Grande and climb into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. |
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Passo Flechado |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
Taos |
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Challenging and mountanous with 5,000 ft of climbing and some awesome downhill. 2 main climbs: Bobcat Passa and Palo Flechado Pass. The scenery includes some of the states best rugged peaks, rushing streams, aspen-fir forrest and mountain meadows, lakes and valleys. The cool summer temperatures are a bonus. Come see why this is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Sage brush lined roads, Rio Grande Gorge(650 ft deep corge), roadpasses though a narrow gorge. Finishes witha 13 mile descent into Taos. |
Historic |
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Bobcat Pass |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
Taos |
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Challenging and mountanous with 5,000 ft of climbing and some awesome downhill. 2 main climbs: Bobcat Passa and Palo Flechado Pass. The scenery includes some of the states best rugged peaks, rushing streams, aspen-fir forrest and mountain meadows, lakes and valleys. The cool summer temperatures are a bonus. Come see why this is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Sage brush lined roads, Rio Grande Gorge(650 ft deep corge), roadpasses though a narrow gorge. Finishes witha 13 mile descent into Taos. |
5-Day |
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32 |
7,188 |
10,026 |
2,854 |
Taos |
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Slight upgrade at the start that turns into continuos moderate climbing with more that 2,000 ft of climbing and milesof downhill on return. If you love hill climbingand creekside riding in beautiful wooded scenery, then head up the road that leads to the Taos ski area. It isn't as steep as santa Fe Ski Area or Sandi Crest, but it should satisfy even the strongest cyclist. |
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Drive to Sante Fe |
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31 |
7,008 |
10,407 |
3,658 |
Santa Fe |
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A fairly continuos climb from about 7,000 ft to over 10,000 ft plus and a screaming descent The record for this hillclimb is 54 minutes. Complete drive from to Taos. |
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| Stay in Residence Inn Santa Fe |
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Drive to Albuquerque |
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28 |
6,687 |
10,633 |
3,786 |
Sandia Park |
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4,000 ft of steadyclimbing with a fast descent with sweeping switchbacks. You'll be riding through Cibola National Forrest for most of this ride passing though several vegitation zones. Thebiway ends at Sandia Crest and gives breathtaking views in all directions. |
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| Stay in hotel at airport in Albuquerque |
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Depart |
Flight # |
From |
To |
Arrive |
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8:50 AM |
457 |
Albuquerque, NM (ABQ)
Airbus A320 |
Phoenix, AZ (PHX) |
9:21 AM |
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12:05 PM |
1162 |
Phoenix, AZ (PHX)
Airbus A319 |
Boston, MA (BOS) |
7:45 PM |
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Notes: None |