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A fun descent with great views and good singletrack.


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2.9

Miles

4.7

KM

Singletrack

7,736' 2,358 m

High

6,761' 2,061 m

Low

18' 6 m

Up

993' 303 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Not Allowed

Locals prefer this to be downhill-only.

Description

Grind up Bellyache Road or The Boneyard, then continue slightly further to a great overlook and popular camping spot. Descend the singletrack down the steep ridge from the viewpoint, which will intersect Pool and Ice Rink in a few hundred yards (look for a signed gate on the left at a 4-way intersection).

The trail brushes against Bellyache Road several times, and in each case, stay on singletrack to the left. Enjoy many junipers trees on less steep terrain with good views and steeper riding as you descend. Over the years, this trail has worn slightly to expose sharp rocks and small root drops, so put your seat down if you can before taking it on.

The trail ends with fun and steep switchbacks on characteristically white, punchy hills. This section of the trail is somewhat eroded, so stay low on the berms, keep your feet high, and watch out for the occasional and optional trailside drop or jump.

The Holy Cross Wilderness lies behind you, the Eagle Valley up ahead, and beautiful red cliffs guard the canyon to the east - enjoy!

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Shared By:

Nick Wilder with improvements by Kristen Arendt

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  3.9 from 32 votes

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#887

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Photos

Railing high speed berms at the bottom of Redneck Ridge in Eagle with a view west down valley.
Aug 19, 2017 near Eagle, CO
Railing corners on Pool and Ice
Jan 5, 2019 near Eagle, CO
One last banked turn before the bottom of Redneck Ridge
Aug 19, 2017 near Eagle, CO
At the very start of Pool & Ice Rink Trail - ready for the downhill fun to begin.
Jun 17, 2016 near Eagle, CO
Climbing up Redneck Ridge with Eagle in the background
Oct 25, 2013 near Eagle, CO
Views to the east from Bellyache Road
Oct 25, 2013 near Eagle, CO

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