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Begin & End Route Locations |
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All routes begin and end at the base hotel,
The Aarchway Inn, 1551 N. Hwy 191.
- Group start is at 8:00 am.
- Tour support will be available at 7:30 am until 4:00pm.
- All riders must depart by 9:00 am.
- Riders leaving after 9:00 am run the risk of not being supported.
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Century Tour Map |
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Moab Century Tour 2007 Map & Elevations 30/08/2007,11:51 232.35 K (Acrobat PDF document) 2008 Map Coming Soon
Choose Your Route
The Ultimate 92 Mile
The Climbing 65 Mile
The Rolling 70 Mile
The Cruise 32 Mile
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The Ultimate |
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92 (feels like a Century) Mile Route
Following the 65 Climb Route, this tour offers the strong rider an option of additional miles at the completion of the descent from the mountains. The 92 "feels like a century" route travels up the canyon along the Colorado River passing the whimsical rock formation of Fisher Towers to the historic Dewey Bridge that burned in April 2008 as the turnaround point. Terrain here is rolling hills with a few short climbs; moderate grades. Return to Moab along the scenic Colorado River with all other riders.
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Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions. To Be Updated Soon with 2008 Info
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The Climbing Classic |
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65 Mile Route
Known as the spectacular La Sal Loop, this route rises from the sculptured canyons of the mighty Colorado River into the majestic 12, 271 foot Manti-La Sal mountains outside of Moab. After gradually climbing through Spnaish Valley south of Moab, the elevation begins to ascend for a challenging 3,000 foot climb in seven miles. Nicknamed "The Big Nasty", this climb is broken into 3 main sections offering the rider short breaks in between. An extra AID station and SAG wagon is positioned in this area for extra suport. Once in the mountains the rider is rewarded with a memorable cruise along the graceful contours of this rich, mountain landscape. The descent back to the canyons below leaves the rider in awe of the grand scale of this magical place.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
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The Rolling Classic |
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70 Mile Route
Begin your ride with plenty of miles for great social spinning along side the famous Colorado River. The route immediately places you in the river corridor at the foot of towering sandstone cliffs. Pass by a rookery on the north side of the river just after first AID station where great blue herons may be perched watching the circus go by. The terrain here is rolling hills with a few short climbs; moderate grades. Enjoy the magical contours of this river corridor as you pass the whimsical rock formations of Fisher Towers to the historic Dewey Bridge as your turnaround. As with most landscape around Moab, the scenic look and feel is quite different when traveling in reverse direction.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
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The Cruise |
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32 Mile Route
This route is designed for the rider who wishes to enjoy the splendor of the Colorado River and red rock canyons. Enjoy plenty of miles for great social spinning as you take in views of a great blue heron rookery, local winery, and film location for John Wayne movies (Red Cliffs Lodge). Be prepared for a surprise on your return from town as the view is different and fresh. Terrain is rolling hills with great moderate grades.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
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Suggested Warm-up routes |
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River Portal Road, Hwy 279 to Corona Arch along the Colorado River.
38 mile round trip from Aarchway Inn.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
Kane Creek Road, follow Kane Creek Boulevard from McDonalds, sign to Kane Creek along Colorado River.
18 miles round trip from Aarchway Inn.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
Spanish Valley Drive to Ken's Lake.
26 miles round trip from Aarchway Inn.
Checkout the map - with Driving Instructions.
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