Browns North to the Maricopa Trail

This is a new route from Browns trailhead up to Bartlett Rd via the Maricopa trail. It's a steady climb uo to the top, but then we turn around for some crazy good downhill.

This is a solid intermediate ride. The day will be 20 miles with over 1000 ft climbing. Pace will be medium which is 9.5mph avg speed at Browns.

The route exits Browns at the north boundary and we head into the Tonto NF. This part of the Maricopa trail is a classic 3.5 mile segment up, then we head back on smooth, flowy downhill. This is part of the Belgian Waffle Ride route, and it is race worthy.

Here is a Trailforks map of the route: https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/662967/

Timing:
9:45am arrive Browns trailhead
10:00am be ready to ride. We'll meet in front of the visitor buildings.

NOTE THAT E-BIKES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN BROWNS RANCH. The City of Scottsdale allows e-bikes in Browns only with a city-issued permit. Anyone on an e-bike must have a city-issued sticker on the bike. You are expected to ride at the group speed and be cautious about passing or encountering others on the trails.

Bring 2-3 liters of water, spare tubes and tools plus energy snacks. Always smart to have a mapping app like Trailforks in case you get separated from the group.

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