Storm Mountain Road

Designed as a BWR shakedown ride, this route includes some short punchy dirt climbs and finishes with a technical descent. 86 miles but 7900 feet of elevation. The somewhat unknown cat 2 climb up from Drake off of Devils Gulch is a very fun switchback climb but the pavement is giving out from time and weather so be careful on a skinny tire bike.

The Stats:

• Distance: 86 miles

• Paved: 80%

• Climbing: 7900 feet

Notes: Highway 34 has a nice shoulder but can be full of tourists in the summer, especially on the weekends.

Refills: Dam Store, Masonville Mercantile, and Horsetooth Mountain Open Space.

Tires: Something like a 34 WTB Byway would be super fun. Most is paved but a little grip on dirt descents is always nice.