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The 25th Annual Triple Bypass Course Maps & Information
Triple Bypass Route Maps, Elevation Profile & GPS (gpx file):
The Triple Bypass is a ride to or from Evergreen (Bergen Park) and Avon over three mountain passes. The ride is 120 miles from Evergreen (Bergen Park) to Avon over Juniper Pass (11,140 ft.), Loveland Pass (11,990 ft.), Swan Mountain and Vail Pass (10,560 ft.), with over 10,000 ft. of lung/leg challenging elevation gain!
25th Annual Triple Bypass Course Map (pdf)
Start/Finish Maps
2013 Triple Bypass Saturday Start/Finish at Bergen Park (pdf)
2013 Triple Bypass Sunday Start/Finish at Avon (pdf)
Additional Course Information
2013 Triple Bypass GPS File: Bergen Park to Avon (*.gpx)
2013 Triple Bypass GPS File: Avon to Bergen Park (*.gpx)
2013 Triple Bypass Course Map: Bergen Park to Avon (On Map My Ride)
2013 Triple Bypass Course Map: Avon to Bergen Park (On Map My Ride)
2103 Triple Bypass Course Map: Bergen Park to Avon (On Ride With GPS)
2013 Triple Bypass Course Map: Avon to Bergen Park (On Ride With GPS)
GPS Route File Download Instructions
Team Evergreen has created a GPS file for the 2013 Triple Bypass (1 GPX file for each day) which includes waypoints for turns, aid stations, towns, etc., and a "Bread Crumb" (approximately 500 track points) for the route. To download the GPS route file, simply click on the file link, then File > "Save As" and save the file as a *.gpx file on your computer desktop or in a file folder of your choice. **Do not be concerned about the Html language that appears when you click on the File Link. You can transfer the waypoints and track log to your Garmin GPS using the Garmin MapSource or free Base Camp software. As the "Bread Crumb" has +/- 500 track points, it not recommended to "navigate" the Bread Crumb. Simply view the Bread Crumb on your GPS display to verify on course navigation. You can navigate to any of the additional individual waypoints in the file. *Note: Track log data can be transferred to the Garmin Edge models using the MapSource software, although track logs cannot be transferred from the Edge to MapSource. You can also use other manufacturers GPS units and software to transfer the GPS data, as the .gpx file is a common file format. If a *.tcx file is desired to create a "course" for the Garmin Edge models, users can download the free version of "Topo Fusion" (www.topofusion.com) and convert the *.gpx files to *.tcx files. In Garmin Training Center import the tcx file as a history file, then create a course file from the history.
Users can create an auto route in the MapSource software between the Start and Georgetown, Silver Plume and Summit County High School, and East Vail to West Vail using the included waypoints. Bike paths along the route preclude the MapSource software from creating an auto route for the entire ride. A direct route can be created for the entire ride, but the route line connects the waypoints (point to point) versus having the route line follow the road as created by the auto route option. I suggest transferring the track log and waypoints to the GPS unit, and just select the option to show the track log on the map screen. The waypoints will also show on the map screen, and one can verify they're on course from the visual presentation on the GPS screen. Recommend GPS screen magnification is between 500 ft and .3 miles.
Please note: The track log is actual data from the 2009 ride and incorporates route changes for 2013. Waypoints should be accurate, as tested on the 2010 Triple Bypass. The route is well signed and marshalled.
Event & Route Details
What is the Route for the 2013 Triple Bypass?
Below is a summary of the traditional Triple Bypass Saturday Ride (Evergreen to Avon), Triple Bypass Sunday Ride (Avon to Evergreen) and Double Triple Bypass Ride (Two days).
| Ride | Route |
| Triple Bypass Saturday Ride | Begins in Bergen Park, Colorado heading West on Highway 103 traveling along Juniper Pass/Squaw Pass, through Echo Lake into Idaho Springs. From Idaho Springs, riders will continue on the Frontage Roads and the new Bakerville to Loveland Bike Path adjacent to the I-70 corridor through Georgetown, Silver Plume and Bakerville into Loveland Ski Area. The ride will continue on Highway 6, over Loveland Pass and into Keystone. From Keystone, riders will take Swan Mountain into Frisco. From Frisco, riders will take the bike path through Copper Mountain, over Vail Pass and into East Vail. From East Vail, riders will take the Frontage Roads, bike path and Highway 6 into the finish area in Avon, Colorado. |
| Triple Bypass Sunday Ride | Begins in Avon, Colorado heading East on highway 6, the bike path and Frontage Roads through Vail and over Vail Pass. Riders will travel over Vail Pass, through Copper Mountain and into Frisco on the Bike Path. Once in Frisco, riders will take the bike bath adjacent to Dillon Dam through Dillon and into Keystone. From Dillon, riders will travel along Highway 6 over Loveland Pass and into Loveland Ski Area. From Loveland Ski Area riders will take the new Bakerville to Loveland Bike Path through Bakerville, Silver Plum and into Georgetown. From Georgetown, riders will continue East on Frontage Roads to Idaho Springs and onto Highway 103 through Echo Lake and over Juniper Pass/Squaw Pass into the finish area in Buchanan Park, Colorado. |
| Double Triple Bypass Ride | See Saturday and Sunday descriptions above. |
Route Condition Update to Riders
The Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride is a ride that utilizes existing roads and bike paths. The condition of these roads and bike paths varies. Please ride with care and be aware of the surfaces you are riding on at every point along the route.
While this is a sanctioned bike ride, you MUST follow all existing rules of the road!!! This is being strictly enforced.
These sections of the route require extra care and attention when passing through them:
Saturday (July 13th)
City of Idaho Springs: There are always high-levels of traffic congestion within the city of Idaho Springs. This year’s ride with be coinciding with Idaho Spring’s Miner’s Day celebration and could result in more non-ride related traffic. As always, please ride single file and be aware of vehicle traffic. You must obey the rules of the road.
Georgetown Loop Railroad: The Georgetown Loop Railroad is an operating business, and you will be passing through the railroad’s parking lot during hours of operation. There will be heavy car traffic on Loop Road approaching the railroad. Despite being a slight ascent, YOU MUST REMAIN SINGLE FILE for your safety. Course marshals will be present in the parking lot, however you are ultimately responsible for your own safety. Please watch for cars pulling in and out of parking spots. BE RESPECTFUL TO RAILROAD PATRONS AND AWARE OF THE IMPACT THIS RIDE HAS ON THE RAILROAD’S BUSINESS.
Georgetown to Silver Plume Path: Approximately 100ft of this trail has been impacted by a washout. As a result, the width of the paved trail has been reduced and a barrier fence has been installed. County officials have taken measures to level and harden the soil next to this small section of path to effectively widen the path. This extension to the path WILL NOT BE PAVED. Be aware of surface changes! PROCEED SINGLE FILE AND WITH CAUTION IN THIS AREA.
Frisco- Intersection of Temple Trail and Miner’s Rd: Competitors in the Gravity Games will be crossing Temple Trail (TBP Route) where it intersects with Miner’s Rd mid-morning on Saturday. Please be aware of the possibility of cross-traffic in this area.
East Vail- Bald Mountain Road to Exit 180: Construction equipment will be present along the frontage road between Bald Mountain Road and Exit 180 as riders descend into Vail. No construction will occur during the ride, but construction equipment will prevent riders from utilizing the shoulder of the road. BE AWARE OF VEHICLE TRAFFIC AND RIDE SINGLE FILE.
Sunday (July 14th)
East Vail- Bald Mountain Road to Exit 180: Construction equipment will be present along the frontage road between Exit 180 and Bald Mountain Rd. as riders begin their ascent of Vail Pass. No construction will occur during the ride, but construction equipment will prevent riders from utilizing the shoulder of the road. BE AWARE OF VEHICLE TRAFFIC AND RIDE SINGLE FILE.
Vail Pass: Please descend Vail Pass with care on Sunday, July 15th. Bridges on the descent will be wet from morning dew. THEY WILL BE VERY SLIPPERY AND THERE IS A POTNENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS TO OCCUR!!! SLOW DOWN AND PROCEED WITH CARE OVER THE BRIDGES!!!
RE-ROUTE OVER DILLON DAM ROAD: Riders will not return over Swan Mountain Rd. on Sunday. Instead, riders will proceed over Dillon Dam via Dillon Dam Rd. BEWARE OF DOGS, FAMILIES, AND OTHER TRAIL USERS THAT WILL ALSO BE USING THIS PATH. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO COURSE MARSHALS, PASS WITH CARE AND RIDE SINGLE FILE USING CAUTION.
Georgetown to Silver Plume Path: Approximately 100ft of this trail has been impacted by a washout. As a result, the width of the paved trail has been reduced and a barrier fence has been installed. County officials have taken measures to level and harden the soil next to this small section of path to effectively widen the path. This extension to the path WILL NOT BE PAVED. Be aware of surface changes! PROCEED SINGLE FILE AND WITH CAUTION IN THIS AREA.
Juniper Pass Descent: Proceed with caution on the descent of Juniper Pass. The road condition varies along this section. Be aware of bumps, potholes and rocks. PROCEED WITH CARE.
Entrance to Finish-line at Buchanan Park: Ellingwood Trail, the road into Buchanan Park and the Recreation Center, will be transformed into a one-way road during the finish-line hours of operation. All vehicle traffic will be directed out of the parking lot down a fire lane exiting onto Bergen Parkway rather than returning directly to Evergreen Parkway. Be aware of traffic control devices when you enter this area on Sunday.
REMEMBER:
You are ultimately responsible for your own safety. THIS IS A RIDE NOT A RACE! Therefore, you must follow all the rules of the road and be aware of road and trail conditions throughout the route. Absolutely no aero bars or ear buds are permitted along the route. This will be strictly enforced. As you proceed along the route, you will be a guest in many communities. Please be respectful of these communities and the impact this ride has on them.