Reviewed by: Jeremy ,  Cross Country Rider

Summary:
This is a classic ride in the old pueblo. The verticle rise on the climb is large but if you are in good shape the loop discribed can be completed in under 2 hrs. Try adding the upper loop or the upper extended loop as described in the "mountain biking the old pueblo" guide book. I rode this trail back in the early 90s with a hard-tail that had about an inch of travel on the front fork. I can't image that the even Jack-hammer Hill would be too bad with a nice FS XC rig and with a "free-ride" bike, no problem. It has been a while so maybe the trail has changed. aerobic difficulty is a four only because there are longer more difficult versions of the ride described.

Recommended Route:
same as above

Reviewed by: Steve ,  Weekend Warrior

Summary:
This ride is exausting, and in my opinion too much of it needs to be walked because of the steepness in combination with the very rocky terrain. But if you want a good workout this is it. The downhills are very technical and scary, but not enough of them. It seems like 90% of the ride is spent climbing, and a lot of that is on foot unless you are a super athlete.

Recommended Route:
Clockwise on map. The other way (start up Peppersauce canyon) might be interesting after you walk most of the first 2 miles. I've never tried it.