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9.9 miles
Distance
1,197 ft
Climb
-1,196 ft
Descent
1,388 ft
High Point
0 ft
Altitude change
635 ft
Altitude min
636 ft
Altitude start
636 ft
Altitude end
-27.8%
Grade max
28.9%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
A route that combines a good mix of climbing and downhill covering the Ridge Runner and lower South Benson trails.
This route is Unsanctioned, Ride at your own Risk!
Detailed Description
Ridge Runner Roundabout is a 10 mile popular intermediate unsanctioned route located near Nanaimo British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 22 trails. This route climbs 1,197 ft with a max elevation of 1,388 ft then descends -1,196 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 3 trails (newest: Aug 15, 2025)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jul 12, 2025)
Stats
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Distance10 miles
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Avg time3 hr 50 min
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Altitude min635 ft
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Altitude start636 ft
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Altitude end636 ft
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Climb1,197 ft
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Descent-1,196 ft
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Grade max-27.8%
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Grade min28.9%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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Black Hole - Ridge Runner, Nanaimo - 2026 April
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Wonderwall - Ridge Runner, Nanaimo - 2026 April
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Apr 25, 2026
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