Boulder Canyon
Boulder, Colorado, USA
Boulder Canyon
Distance: 23.68 km
Elevation Gain: 881 m
Elevation Loss: 21 m
Difficulty:
520 (Moderate)
FIETS Index: 3.25 FIETS
Avg Grade: 3.76 %
Max cat climb: HC
Min elevation: 1650 m
Max elevation: 2514 m
Ride Category:
Climb
Boulder Canyon, located just west of Boulder, Colorado, is a stunning area known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, and accessibility from the city. The canyon follows Boulder Creek as it cuts through the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, offering a mix of climbing, hiking, and cycling experiences. Cycling Boulder Canyon is popular among both recreational and serious cyclists. The canyon offers a steady climb, starting at an elevation of about 5,400 feet in Boulder and rising to over 7,000 feet near the town of Nederland. The ride is challenging due to the elevation gain (roughly 2,000 feet over 15 miles), but the road is paved and offers a wide shoulder for much of the route, making it safer for cyclists. Boulder Creek runs alongside the road for much of the route, providing a scenic and serene backdrop.
| Rank | Rider | Date | Time | Power | W/kg | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Silvano Turati | May 07, 2024 | 00:56:31 | 242 W | 4.84 w/kg | 25.15 km/h |
| 🥈 | Tom Smeets | Nov 23, 2017 | 00:58:09 | 296 W | 4.05 w/kg | 24.45 km/h |
| 🥉 | Des Garrett | Aug 11, 2017 | 00:58:45 | 370 W | 3.70 w/kg | 24.20 km/h |
| 4 | Chris Ashley | Feb 01, 2019 | 01:03:54 | 261 W | 3.58 w/kg | 22.25 km/h |
| 5 | D Speelman | Sep 30, 2017 | 01:03:57 | 272 W | 3.49 w/kg | 22.23 km/h |
| 6 | Magdalene | Apr 21, 2021 | 01:04:46 | 211 W | 3.84 w/kg | 21.95 km/h |
| 7 | Martin Budd | Jun 05, 2017 | 01:05:07 | 251 W | 3.50 w/kg | 21.83 km/h |
| 8 | Michel Breugom | Apr 26, 2017 | 01:05:21 | 274 W | — | 21.76 km/h |
| 9 | Tigo Star | Mar 11, 2017 | 01:06:53 | 253 W | — | 21.26 km/h |
| 10 | Douglas Forer | Feb 26, 2019 | 01:07:01 | 266 W | 3.33 w/kg | 21.21 km/h |
| 11 | Raul Rojas | Mar 13, 2022 | 01:07:50 | 234 W | 3.34 w/kg | 20.96 km/h |
| 12 | Jordon Ohrn | Oct 31, 2017 | 01:08:05 | 248 W | 3.31 w/kg | 20.88 km/h |
| 13 | Daniel Beale | Sep 19, 2018 | 01:08:17 | 240 W | 3.33 w/kg | 20.82 km/h |
| 14 | Knut-Ståle Arntsen | Feb 11, 2018 | 01:09:31 | 228 W | 3.17 w/kg | 20.45 km/h |
| 15 | Thomas Weinreich | Apr 24, 2017 | 01:09:45 | 240 W | — | 20.38 km/h |
| 16 | Graham Lowe | Sep 06, 2018 | 01:10:25 | 245 W | 3.27 w/kg | 20.19 km/h |
| 17 | erik bruin | Nov 01, 2022 | 01:10:52 | 252 W | 3.04 w/kg | 20.06 km/h |
| 18 | B E | Dec 06, 2020 | 01:11:59 | 217 W | 3.10 w/kg | 19.75 km/h |
| 19 | Sascha Reimold | May 01, 2017 | 01:12:21 | 190 W | — | 19.65 km/h |
| 20 | Augustin Sporis | Jul 01, 2018 | 01:12:32 | 219 W | 3.00 w/kg | 19.60 km/h |
| 21 | stephane philip | Feb 27, 2021 | 01:12:37 | 212 W | 3.07 w/kg | 19.58 km/h |
| 22 | Vlad Naoukin | Sep 29, 2017 | 01:13:26 | 214 W | 2.68 w/kg | 19.36 km/h |
| 23 | Frank Van Bergen | Jan 23, 2019 | 01:13:32 | 253 W | 2.78 w/kg | 19.33 km/h |
| 24 | Peter Klug | Jan 12, 2018 | 01:14:55 | 209 W | 2.97 w/kg | 18.98 km/h |
| 25 | Dan Renshaw | Apr 18, 2017 | 01:15:56 | 219 W | — | 18.72 km/h |
| 26 | Timothy Dunnigan | Jan 17, 2018 | 01:16:10 | 216 W | 2.84 w/kg | 18.67 km/h |
| 27 | Martin Bull | Mar 10, 2018 | 01:16:30 | 199 W | 2.84 w/kg | 18.58 km/h |
| 28 | Markus Mayer | Feb 12, 2023 | 01:17:11 | 210 W | 2.76 w/kg | 18.42 km/h |
| 29 | Fabio Zanirato | Mar 19, 2026 | 01:17:34 | 163 W | 2.91 w/kg | 18.33 km/h |
| 30 | Indalecio Lekerika | Apr 19, 2018 | 01:17:41 | 167 W | 2.93 w/kg | 18.30 km/h |
| 31 | Val Oakenfold | Jan 21, 2018 | 01:18:15 | 227 W | 2.77 w/kg | 18.17 km/h |
| 32 | Lars Hamburg | Dec 26, 2017 | 01:19:13 | 202 W | 2.62 w/kg | 17.95 km/h |
| 33 | Kees Janssen | Nov 15, 2020 | 01:19:43 | 169 W | 2.73 w/kg | 17.83 km/h |
| 34 | JJosef Kluson | Mar 01, 2021 | 01:20:53 | 193 W | 2.57 w/kg | 17.58 km/h |
| 35 | tony court | Feb 06, 2021 | 01:20:54 | 223 W | 2.48 w/kg | 17.57 km/h |
| 36 | GoustiFruit ⓋⒺⒼⒶⓃ | Apr 02, 2020 | 01:21:02 | 176 W | 2.67 w/kg | 17.54 km/h |
| 37 | Lukasz Pilny | Jun 05, 2019 | 01:21:18 | 196 W | 2.51 w/kg | 17.49 km/h |
| 38 | Igor Tatarinov | Jun 05, 2020 | 01:22:20 | 205 W | 2.51 w/kg | 17.27 km/h |
| 39 | Glenn Sliva | Feb 04, 2018 | 01:23:14 | 174 W | 2.56 w/kg | 17.08 km/h |
| 40 | roy ford | Jun 22, 2021 | 01:23:17 | 171 W | 2.59 w/kg | 17.07 km/h |
| 41 | Rasmus Olsen | Nov 21, 2018 | 01:24:15 | 192 W | 2.40 w/kg | 16.87 km/h |
| 42 | Mike 8008 | May 16, 2023 | 01:25:19 | 200 W | 2.38 w/kg | 16.66 km/h |
| 43 | Stephen Jackson | Jan 16, 2023 | 01:25:33 | 176 W | 2.44 w/kg | 16.62 km/h |
| 44 | John Mulvaney | Jun 08, 2019 | 01:25:40 | 169 W | 2.45 w/kg | 16.60 km/h |
| 45 | Hans Petiet | Sep 16, 2018 | 01:25:59 | 172 W | 2.42 w/kg | 16.53 km/h |
| 46 | Rene van Leeuwen | Feb 02, 2023 | 01:26:04 | 206 W | 2.48 w/kg | 16.52 km/h |
| 47 | Joeri Veldeman | Jan 13, 2021 | 01:26:12 | 158 W | 2.43 w/kg | 16.49 km/h |
| 48 | Volker Scheid | Jan 12, 2023 | 01:26:44 | 174 W | 2.32 w/kg | 16.39 km/h |
| 49 | Artur Chmielewski | Aug 17, 2021 | 01:28:40 | 139 W | 2.44 w/kg | 16.03 km/h |
| 50 | Alexey Demenev | Apr 15, 2018 | 01:28:43 | 205 W | 2.28 w/kg | 16.03 km/h |
| 51 | Hans Meinders | Jun 26, 2017 | 01:28:44 | 177 W | 2.36 w/kg | 16.02 km/h |
| 52 | J F | Feb 06, 2025 | 01:28:44 | 195 W | 2.22 w/kg | 16.02 km/h |
| 53 | Peter Holpar | Sep 11, 2017 | 01:28:48 | 157 W | 2.49 w/kg | 16.01 km/h |
| 54 | Natasha Yaroshenko | Mar 04, 2021 | 01:28:52 | 130 W | 2.55 w/kg | 16.00 km/h |
| 55 | Peter Hasperhoven | Nov 07, 2021 | 01:29:22 | 181 W | 2.26 w/kg | 15.91 km/h |
| 56 | Sławek Bikeman | Dec 19, 2020 | 01:29:58 | 184 W | 2.30 w/kg | 15.80 km/h |
| 57 | Lesquale | Oct 04, 2019 | 01:31:28 | 188 W | 2.16 w/kg | 15.54 km/h |
| 58 | Dominik K | Dec 16, 2017 | 01:33:47 | 151 W | 2.16 w/kg | 15.16 km/h |
| 59 | MARK BUSBY | Jan 03, 2021 | 01:33:57 | 161 W | 2.15 w/kg | 15.13 km/h |
| 60 | Karin van Ek | Apr 21, 2021 | 01:35:31 | 142 W | 2.18 w/kg | 14.88 km/h |
| 61 | Asa Post | Jun 02, 2017 | 01:38:12 | 142 W | 2.15 w/kg | 14.48 km/h |
| 62 | Ashok Manayangath | Feb 16, 2018 | 01:41:38 | 175 W | 1.94 w/kg | 13.99 km/h |
| 63 | Frantxoa A | Oct 10, 2024 | 01:44:37 | 149 W | 1.94 w/kg | 13.59 km/h |
| 64 | W van Koetsveld | Jan 17, 2025 | 01:50:36 | 132 W | 1.76 w/kg | 12.85 km/h |
| 65 | kc Claffy | Jan 24, 2019 | 01:51:14 | 133 W | 1.77 w/kg | 12.78 km/h |
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