Originally Posted by
cantdrv55
Would you say that Cantelow is the same level of difficulty as Ink Grade in Napa? IG is 4 miles long and the last time I rode it, I had to stop to catch my breath. I've never ridden either Pierce or Mt Eden.
Cantelow is maybe one quarter the length of Ink Grade. It's more uneven, with a spot or two steeper than Ink Grade, especially steeper over the last quarter mile, but overall much shorter.
Two different beasts. Ink Grade is nicely shaded, so on a hot day I'd rather ride it. If you ride hills at all, Cantelow is not too bad.
I posted the elevation for Cantelow on the other thread. (yes Norman, figured out how to use photobucket)