Quote Originally Posted by OakLeaf View Post
I rode Columbus Outdoor Pursuits' notorious Blue Jay ride - 65 miles, 5600 feet of climbing, including (according to SportTracks) 18 hills over 15% grade. .
Yikes!! What a ride!!!

I did a 30 mile loop through Tallulah Gorge in the GA mountains. The first 15 miles was about 1500 feet of climbing. The last 15 miles was switchback fast descents. Absolutely gorgeous country up there... lakes and rivers throughout the whole ride. I am not a climber, so the beginning of the ride kicked my butt... but I more than made up for it on the descents 90-99 degrees - I was happy I had my double bottle holder under my seat. I drank 3 bottles!