Originally Posted by
coffeesnob
Rogergeorge I have a question. I guess the big draw is for people to get a van ride to the top of the trail and coast back down. I want to peddle up on my own starting in Damascus but I am not sure how hard it is to pedal up it. I know a lot of people can do it in their sleep but I don't fit that category. Can you give me your thoughts please Thanks
It's about a 1,700 ft. climb over 17 miles, so 100 ft per mile is less than 2% grade, and it's very steady. Not steep, but it is harder than riding on flat ground.