Photo: Kent Kanouse Atop Molas Pass вЂ“ the last peak on the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. One of the toughest road races in North America, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is just 50 miles long, but climbs over 5351 ft and ascends three mountain passes. So in 1972, a group of 36 riders celebrated the trains first run of the. The first Iron Horse started in 1972 and over the year other events became. Event dates are from Friday to Sunday, May 22nd to 24th, 2020 in Durango. The event tests the speed of man versus a machine as they race to beat a train. Photo: Kent Kanouse Watching the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. Tom decided the best way to get others to try his favorite ride was to start a race. The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is one for the cycling enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys a vibrant Colorado weekend. With roots that go back over a century, and counting a number of the most famous cyclists in history among its members, the biking community in Durango is strong, encompassing a variety of. Watch the start in downtown Durango by the train depot for the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durango is home to some of the oldest cycling groups in the nation and hosts a number of community events and races including the famous Iron Horse Classic. machine, as bicyclists race the train from Durango to Silverton on the beautiful Million Dollar Highway. Since 1972, this iconic event has tested man vs. Brothers Tom and Jim Mayer concocted the idea behind the first Iron Horse. The history of this fun event started years ago with a fun brotherly bet. The first Iron Horse started in 1972 and over the year other events became part of the race like road races, tours, BMX, team trail rides, and mountain bike races. This is the big race The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2022 Gear up or just watch as bikers race the train from Durango to Silverton all day. In recent years, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic mountain bike race has been defined by sending racers through downtown Durango and through the bar at Steamworks Brewing Co. The 49 th annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic will be returning this year and although this event will look different than in years past, it is a great event that generates excitement throughout our community and helps boost the local economy. The event tests the speed of man versus a machine as they race to beat a train.Д®vent dates are from Friday to Sunday, May 22nd to 24th, 2020 in Durango The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is one for the cycling enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys a vibrant Colorado weekend.

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