This bike race will be run in conjunction with the pro raft race through the Royal Gorge.  This course will challenge riders of all abilities.  Riders will start at the AAE Beach in Parkdale and head up the southside of the Royal Gorge.  Part of this 1,100 foot climb is listed as an above category climb, in other words it is steep.  Once you get tothe top of the south rim you will ride across the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge and Park.  Once you get to the north side you will wind your way down to US Hwy 50 and take the 8 mile trip downhill into Cañon City.  The race will finish on the 4th Street Bridge as it crosses the Arkansas River.  This is an amazing 20 mile race that will challenge all riders.  And just for good measure the bicyclists are also racing the rafters as they take the 10-mile trip thourgh the Gorge to the Cañon City Whitewater Park.