Route Difficulty: The loop was assigned a 7 out of 10 based on the amount of rough forest service roads and the somewhat inconsistent availability of water. The trail leads south past Black Canyon City and New River before meandering back into the city of Phoenix, which likely involves the taste of cold beer and a good meal for most. After leaving Tonto, the route traverses across to the northern end of the infamous Black Canyon Trail, one of the longest continuous singletrack trails in Arizona. The eastern edge of the Fool’s Loop travels through the beautiful Tonto National Forest, following rough gravel service roads lined with saguaro cacti. Within this trail system, there are endless options to tag on a longer day of trail riding if you so desire. After a quick stop in North Scottsdale for a late breakfast or lunch, the route quickly changes directions by introducing the popular singletrack within Brown’s Ranch Trailhead and a section of the newly developed Maricopa Trail. The Fool’s Loop starts off by navigating through the sprawling city of Phoenix, following urban pathways and canal trails, passing through city green spaces like the Tempe Beach Park, Grand Canal and the Central Arizona Canal. Made up of urban paths, flowy singletrack, and rugged forest service roads, the loop takes in some other excellent trails and sights along the way.įollowing chunky and unforgiving service roads through Tonto National Forest and singletrack along the BCT, this route passes through countless saguaro forests, rugged canyons, and rolling desert plains that are sure to impress visitors and Arizona locals alike. The Fools Loop starts and finishes in downtown Phoenix, close to amenities and the airport for those flying in. However, for those looking for a longer trip, or to ride the BCT without the challenges of organizing a shuttle, this is it. Logistically speaking, the BCT is typically done via shuttle and shuttling is generally convenient from Phoenix’s city centre, as well as from Flagstaff. While I don't know exactly what the future may hold, I feel confident that by sticking together and supporting each other, we'll emerge from this stronger than before.The Black Canyon Trail has long been a must-ride route for bikepackers on the hunt for uninterrupted singletrack. There is no question this is a time of great uncertainty. We want to take care of them as best we can and will be providing them with normal pay during this two-week period without the use of sick days or vacation time. We realize the impact a closure can have on our hourly employees, and this is not a decision made lightly. The two-week closure will go into effect on Wednesday, March 18. The situation is changing rapidly, and to do our part in slowing the spread of the virus, we have decided to temporarily close our corporate office in Gilbert, AZ effective.
My focus is, as always, on the health and safety of our employees, customers and communities. On behalf of everyone at Rebel West Powersports, our hearts go out to all those impacted by COVID-19-this includes not only those diagnosed with the virus, but also their friends and family, those whose jobs and schools have been impacted and so many more.
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