The Stonewall Century is an out-and-back, challenging road bike ride along one of Colorado’s most beautiful scenic highways, covering 102 miles with 7500+ feet of elevation gain.
Riders are treated to scenic vistas, friendly volunteers, great feed stations, and steep hills. The route follows Highway 12, a Colorado Scenic Byway known as the “Highway of Legends”. You’ll start in La Veta at 7,013 ft elevation, climb to the top of Cucharas Pass (9,945 ft), descend to 8,400 ft then climb to the second feed station at North Lake (8,600 ft). The route descends to the beautiful town of Stonewall and on to the lunch stop in Segundo, where the route reverses and returns, climbing along Highway 12.
You’ll encounter the back side of Cucharas Pass, which some have called the “Soul Crusher” at 83 miles into the 102-mile ride. The grade on this beast exceeds 10%. Have no fear, the steepest section lasts only one mile and the grade lessens toward the top. Then you’ll enjoy the 17-mile descent into La Veta, where a BBQ dinner, door prizes, live music, and massage tables await you in Town Park.
Early registration is still only $55 (mail before June 1). Standard registration is $60 (mail before July 30). Late registration – August 1 through event day – is $65.
For more information…go to http://www.spcycling.org/stonewall-century.php
