
This bike route is the perfect in-town ride. Palmer Park Loop - Intermediate: 12 miles. Riding Up & Down: Pikes Peak - America's Mountain is now open to cyclists that wish to ride up and down Pikes Peak Highway on their own. Keep an eye out for eagles, deer, elk, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep and marmots. Two local adventure tour companies - Adventures Out West and Pikes Peak Mountain Bike Tours will take you by van to the summit and provide a guided tour down the Pikes Peak Highway. There are two ways to get to the top of Pikes Peak before your exhilarating ride down. Riding Down: Take the ultimate bike route in Colorado Springs, down Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain. Pikes Peak- America’s Mountain- Intermediate to Advanced: 20 miles Nothing beats the view of Pikes Peak as you make your way around the reservoir.Ħ. Although there are no features to designate it as an advanced trail, the rolling hills are sure to get your heart pumping and lungs working overtime. This scenic bike route in Colorado Springs is revered for its great beauty. North Catamount Reservoir - Intermediate: 10 miles It’s a fantastic ride for beginners or out-of-town guests.ĥ. Let your senses absorb the beautiful, red spires of natural rock formations as you explore the nations #1 park (as voted by TripAdvisor® users). Looking for bike routes in Colorado Springs to get you acclimated to the elevation? This trail is great for a leisurely ride through breathtaking scenery. Garden of the Gods: Ute Trail- Beginner: 5 miles There are multiple trails that can be linked together offering rides that range from 2 to 20 miles. It has a great mix of difficulty, technicality and climbing for all abilities. The 20 miles of trails at Cheyenne Mountain State Park allow you to choose your own adventure. Cheyenne Mountain State Park- Intermediate: 20 miles Keep your eyes peeled for horses, runners and dogs as there are plenty that frequent the trail.ģ.

There are no huge climbs or descents in this trail only a pleasant, rolling ride. Enjoy plenty of shade and incredible scenery. Take a nice, gentle four-mile loop through the trees. Black Forest Section 16 Trail- Beginner: 4 miles Be prepared for stream crossings and a nice deep burn as you conquer this advanced trail.Ģ. This trail climbs close to 2,200 feet within the first 5 miles. Get in a great workout that takes you on an exciting descent through the forest.


Bear Creek Canyon Loop- Advanced: 8 miles Please keep checking back with VeloNews for updates as more information becomes available.1. Ellis, who was 55 at the time of his death, was a member of the Peloton-Specialized local racing team in Northern Colorado and worked as an engineer for the Colorado Department of Transportation. Scott Ellis of Fort Collins, Colorado, died in 2015 after collapsing while riding the Power Line climb on the 100-mile course, apparently from a heart attack. The Leadville Trail 100 MTB has been run 27 times since its initial edition in 1994, and this is the second fatality. Riders told The Sun that the rider in question was a man who died while descending the mountain. When contacted by phone, the Lake County Sheriff’s office and Lake County Coroner Alexander Krieg both declined to speak to VeloNews.Ī statement about the death was issued to VeloNews by a spokesman from race owner Life Time.Ī statement said, “The entire Leadville family is terribly saddened by the passing of an athlete.” “This athlete personified the spirit of Leadville, and our hearts go out to their families during this tough time.” There were no details about the incident or the rider’s name available. According to the report, the rider’s death was confirmed at the race’s awards ceremony on Sunday, and some athletes observed a moment of silence for him. The Sun released a storey on Tuesday in which race authorities acknowledged that one of the riders died during the event. Join Outside+ to receive access to more of their premium content in addition to your Outside subscription.Īccording to a storey from The Colorado Sun, a rider perished during Saturday’s Leadville Trail 100 MTB race.
