The Experience
Scenic Byway Tours are not events, rather logistically supported routes.
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Scenic Byway Tours are 100% cycling focused. Summit Cycle Solutions is here to address a need. We are here to get the participant to the right places at the right times. We strive to make the participant's job the ride, not the logistics.
Routes are supported with SAG, Gear Movement, Lodging Discounts, Day Bag Services, Water-Snack Stations, and the identification of public facilities (restrooms & meals). Routes are designed to provide ample public services, in conjunction to our logistical services. First responder medics will be stationed on-site to ensure support along the routes.
Cyclists are considered “self supported” and tail lights are required. Route navigation is provided via Ride With GPS only. We will host rider meetings at your start hotel on June 15, 2025. All routes start at the hotel lobby. Orientation information will be sent two (2) weeks before the event.
+ Hotel - Travel Logistics (Click Here)
Summit Cycle Solutions has locked in fantastic lodging for all pods on the Scenic Byway Tours! For the Crested Butte tour, get ready to indulge in luxury at The Elevation Hotel & Spa, enjoy comfort at the Best Western Vista in Buena Vista, and relax at the Holiday Inn Express in Gunnison. Lodging packages will be available in both Single Bed and Double Bed configurations.
Breakfast options for 2025 will be offered as follows:
- Crested Butte: Available for pruchase.
- Buena Vista: Included in the hotel rate.
- Gunnison: Included in the hotel rate.
If you are flying, please adjust your itinerary to fly into Gunnison, CO on June 15, 2025. Do not book Pod B if you are an airline customer. Upon arrival please take one of the many shuttles (pre-purchase) to your hotel (Gunnison, or Mt. CB). If you are driving, hotels have agreed to provide parking during the length of the trip.
Cyclists may book lodging 👇 at the time of registration (01.01.25).
+ Riding - Pod Schedules (Click Here)
POD A (Crested Butte Start)
- June 15, 2025: Mandatory Rider Meeting (Host Hotel)
- June 16, 2025: Crested Butte to Buena Vista
- June 17, 2025: Buena Vista to Gunnison
- June 18, 2025: Gunnison to Pitkin (Return)
- June 19, 2025: Gunnison to Crested Butte
POD B (Buena Vista Start)
- June 15, 2025: Mandatory Rider Meeting (Host Hotel)
- June 16, 2025: Buena Vista to Gunnison
- June 17, 2025: Gunnison to Pitkin (Return)
- June 18, 2025: Gunnison to Crested Butte
- June 19, 2025: Crested Butte to Buena Vista
POD C (Gunnison Start)
- June 15, 2025: Mandatory Rider Meeting (Host Hotel)
- June 16, 2025: Gunnison to Pitkin (Return)
- June 17, 2025: Gunnison to Crested Butte
- June 18, 2025: Crested Butte to Buena Vista
- June 19, 2025: Buena Vista to Gunnison
Pro Tip: Worried about keeping up with the group? Sign up for POD C—it offers a gentler start to the tour.
Crested Butte to Buena Vista: 77 Mi +5,060’
Cyclists will travel along the Taylor River and then ascend Cottonwood traveling from Crested Butte to Buena Vista. Cottonwood pass was freshly paved in 2020. Please disregard the Ride With GPS gravel sections in the below link.
Buena Vista to Gunnison: 53 Mi + 4,959’
After spending the night in the iconic town of Buena Vista, CO. cyclists will return over Cottonwood Pass to Gunnison, CO.
Gunnison to Pitkin: 66 Mi + 2,953’
Next up, cyclists will be riding to the hidden gem of Pitkin, CO. This town is nestled up the valley from Hwy 50. Very few cyclists know of this route, but those that do, know it’s worth the ride!
Gunnison to CB: 52 Mi + 2,257’
Bring me home James! Sneak a peak at the Castles Range (Ohio Creek), or take the short route home if the legs are done.