PHD Middle

Pemberton

A South Rutherford classic with slabs, drops, flow and tons of features to session.

Mountain Biking Difficult

Distance: 2.8 km
Ascent: 42 m
Descent: 399 m
Duration: 0-1 hrs

Low Point: 369 m
High Point: 727 m
Gradient: 11˚

Middle PHD is the single must-do ride in South Rutherford if you love rock slabs, drops, slow tech and of course - plenty of views. Compared to Upper PHD, the slabs tend to be shorter in length, though the rock rolls and slow technical features are just as rewarding. Middle also offers slightly more flow, though there are a handful of optional lines and drops you can spend all day perfecting.

Description

Access Middle PHD from South Rutherford Access Road where Upper PHD ends. Riding both back to back will have you grinning from ear to ear.

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Difficulty

Difficult

Mostly stable trail tread with some variability featuring larger and more unavoidable obstacles that may include, but not be limited to: bigger stones, roots, steps, and narrow curves. Compared to lower intermediate, technical difficulty is more advanced and grades of slopes are steeper. Ideal for upper intermediate riders.