Originally Posted by
curtism
Two come to mind for me.
First, the Ultimate Challenge. 113 miles and 12,700 feet of climbing with last 6 miles being a climb up Little Cottonwood Canyon (average 9%) in Utah. This is the amateur ride of the Tour of Utah queen stage.
Second, Lotoja 2015. 202 miles and 8,800 feet. I went out too hard and began cramping about mile 70. The rest of the day was miserable. I wouldn't have finished but some riding friends found me along the way and encouraged / pulled me home. (Thanks Craig!)
I'd have to agree w/ Ultimate Challenge. Long w/ hard climbs, particularly Guardsman Pass. Did Lotoja 2015 also and it didn't seem so bad to me, except that I was feeling real nauseous from so many gels and drinks around 150 miles. Felt better the last 50 or so miles.