This is the one and only CO BDR with all the challenge, beauty, and awe that will become your favorite story to tell for years to come. This bucket list ride has it all, mountain passes, alpine forests and awesome views makes this BDR unforgettable. One of the most challenging rides on our list you will find adventure around every corner.
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About the ride
We begin and end in Berthoud with overnight stops in Steamboat Springs, Gypsum, Buena Vista, Lake City, Ridgeway and Nathrop. This 1054 mile tour is a level 4 ride with level 2 bypasses available at a standard pace.
We have added a great first day connector to Steamboat with off road sections and scenic pases. The return leg traverses Boreas pass, Loveland Pass and routes up the Peak to Peak highway. Day 6 includes a route along the scenic portion of the BDR bypass then routes along highway 50 and Marshal pass.
Highlights include:
Historic Mtn Towns: Tin Cup, Pitkin, Ouray, Telluride, Lake City
Epic passes: Ophir, Corkscrew, Hurricane, California, Cinnamon, Cumberland, Cottonwood, Weston and Hagerman.
Overnight at Mt Princeton Hot Springs
Option on return leg to detour up to Mt Evans the highest paved road in the country
What will I need to bring?
A full set of riding gear including body armor is recommended but a helmet, eye protection, gloves and boots are required. Every ride has the possibility of bad weather ranging from sleet and hail to rain and wind. This ride includes time above 9,000 ft. Hydration is key so a 2-3 liter backpack style is best. An individual satellite emergency communications device is recommended and one is provided for the group.
For a more comprehensive list of riding gear and rider expectations check out our Rider Expectations page!
How do I get started?
Call, email or fill out the contact us page to start planning your Adventure!