This is a big climbing ride leaving from Sincere Cycles in downtown Santa Fe. Make sure you have plenty of water heading out + take a stop at the Tesuque general store for a cold drink before you start your big climb out of the valley. Once you get into the Santa Fe Nat'l Forest, there are ample shady + creek rest stops to sink a beer can or splash your face (during the spring - maybe not during the summer months). Take it easy on this one and enjoy the climb + beautiful nature surrounding you! The descent is fast, paved and narrow. Make sure your brakes are in good shape, take the lane when you need to + watch for pedestrians and cars. If you're a fast descender, it's likely that you'll catch up to a few cars. If you follow my route directly, you'll cut off onto some single track that drains into Santa Fe. It's rocky, so be careful!
AVG
MAX
Speed (mph)
17.0
46.0
Max altitude
9,754
Weather
68°f
Max grade
20%
Ride Category
Unpaved