The Rattlesnake Bite: A Grueling Climb & Lightning Dash (Loveland, CO) [1 hour 15 minutes]
Get ready for a thrilling adventure and workout in “The Rattlesnake Bite.” This is a race against the strongest riders in an elite group of cyclists from team “Pedal.”Also a race against steep roads and the limits of our willpower.
The Race Against Time (and the Weather):
- Summit Showdown: The goal? Conquer the brutal 1,000-foot climb to Carter Lake before the elite cyclists descend. Every second counts!
- Pushing Limits: You will be asked to push yourself to the absolute max, battling exhaustion and a grueling course.
- Early Summer Surprise: Colorado’s unpredictable weather throws a curveball – thunderstorms threaten the plains, forcing a race against the lightning on the descent.
- Fun in the Fury: Despite the challenge, the camaraderie and adrenaline make for a surprisingly fun ride!
Why we love this ride:
- A lot of changes in effort, from spinning fast to high resistance climbs.
- Strengthens discipline, willpower, and yes, the legs
- A real race feel and a call to dig deep. Urgency from approaching weather keeps the speeds high.
- Some really cool views along the climb.
“The Rattlesnake Bite” is more than just a climb, it’s a testament to human grit and the thrill of pushing boundaries. Clip in and experience the “Rattlesnake Bite!”
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