Outer Limits

Outer Limits is a mountain biking route in Jones Park, a city-managed park in New York, about half a mile from the park's center. The ride is an out-and-back that climbs from 1,470 feet to 1,507 feet, with a total gain of 433 feet over the course of the trip. The steepest stretch comes at about a third of a mile in, where the grade reaches 17 percent. The route is rated expert, and the climb is steep enough to make it a challenge for riders looking for a short, easy outing. The high point sits at 1,507 feet, and the route returns to the starting elevation of 1,470 feet. Summer is the most comfortable time to ride. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Montrose, Pennsylvania, show July highs around 80°F with lows near 56°F, while winter highs stay in the low 30s. Several other mountain biking routes sit close by. Toby, Zig Zag and Otter Limits are each about 0.1 mile away, and Rock n' Roll is about 0.4 mile off.