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Flagstaff Mountain

Category 2

5.8 km

Distance

500 m

Elevation Gain

8.6%

Average Gradient

15%

Max Gradient

The defining training climb of Boulder cycling and the most ridden road in Colorado. Starting from the mouth of Chautauqua Park, Flagstaff Road rises 500m over 5.8km at a punishing average of 8.6% — numbers that conceal the true character of the climb. The lower 2km average over 10% through a series...

Pro Tip

The first time at altitude you will lose 10-15% of your sea-level power — expect it and pace accordingly from the bottom. Boulder's KOM scene around Flagstaff is intense; Tuesday and Thursday mornings...

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