Old 05-10-09 | 07:14 PM
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Originally Posted by agarose2000
The only similar one I have heard of (but have not personally done) in SoCal in the SM mtn region is, I think Deer Creek? Supposed to be 20ish% for 2 freaking miles. Sounds killer - I know at least one pretty strong rider who forced to dismount on that even with a 27 in back.
I love how people overestimate grades. Deer Creek averages 12% for a little over 2 miles with some pitches up to about 16%-18%. I did it in my 39x26 on my tricross.
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