Montrose. Colo., was recently selected as a host city for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, which leads 135 of the world’s best cyclists from Durango to Denver in August. According to Montrose Association of Commerce and Tourism, one doesn’t have to be a pro to enjoy the epic cycling scene in Montrose. Here, local experts share three great Montrose road rides.
Montrose, Colo., was recently selected as a host city for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, known for its breathtaking altitudes and treacherous climbs. Montrose will host the riders on Aug. 21 for the second stage of the race, which leads 135 of the world’s best cyclists from Durango to Denver, Aug. 20-26.

Jenni Sopsic, Executive Director of the Montrose Association of Commerce and Tourism (MACT), says the selection proves what locals have known all along – the city has an epic cycling scene. “With the USA Pro Challenge coming through Montrose, the secret is out – Montrose is one of the best places in the west to cycle! And, you don’t have to be a pro to enjoy the routes around Montrose.”

Fred Matheny, a local cycling expert, says Montrose is unique because it has miles of paved, rural farm and ranch roads that are ideal for cycling. “These picturesque roads roll over mesas and into irrigated valleys from Montrose north to Delta on both sides of Colorado...