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Deer Creek Classic MTB
Choose Your Soundtrack
Three unique soundtracks crafted by AI — pick the vibe that matches your energy.
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Mild:
Predictable Picks
1
Sharp Dressed Man (2008 Remaster)
ZZ Top
There are too many stupid F*#$!ing segments at DC
Energy Match
Moderate energy at ~120 BPM matches the gentle 0.9% grade warm-up pace perfectly.
Terrain
Nearly flat 0.21km opener calls for a relaxed but groovy track to get the legs spinning without spiking the heart rate.
Flow
Opens the playlist with familiar 80s rock swagger, setting a confident tone before the long climb ahead begins to build.
Genre
80s Rock — classic, instantly recognizable, and gets the blood moving without going full throttle on a flat warm-up.
Your Taste
User's love of 80s Rock made this a natural opener — ZZ Top is quintessential 80s rock with just enough groove for a flat warm-up.
2
Don't Stop Me Now - Remastered 2011
Queen
Bathrooms to top of Red Mesa
Energy Match
Steady driving energy at ~156 BPM sustains the long moderate 4.6% grade without burning out mentally or physically.
Terrain
Long 8km Category 2 climb demands a track with sustained energy and motivational lyrics to carry you through the grind.
Flow
Steps up the energy from ZZ Top's groove into full-throttle classic rock euphoria, signaling the real climbing has begun.
Genre
Classic Rock — anthemic, tempo-consistent, and emotionally uplifting for a long sustained effort.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference aligns perfectly with Queen's arena rock sound and timeless energy.
3
Battery (Remastered)
Metallica
Plymouth Creek to Plymouth Mtn
Energy Match
Explosive energy at ~170 BPM mirrors the maximum effort required on a 12.4% grade steep climb.
Terrain
Steep 12.4% grade over nearly 2km demands the most intense, aggressive music in the playlist to push through the pain.
Flow
Erupts from Queen's anthemic rock into full metal fury, signaling a dramatic shift in terrain intensity.
Genre
Metal/Hard Rock — thrash metal's relentless drive is the only genre that matches a 12.4% grade climb.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference made Metallica an obvious choice for the hardest climbing segment on the route.
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Highway to Hell
AC/DC
Plymouth Mtn Full Climb
Energy Match
Steady hard rock energy at ~116 BPM provides a sustainable driving rhythm for the 7.1% average grade over nearly 3 miles.
Terrain
Long 4.65km moderate-to-steep climb needs a track that's hard-hitting but paced enough to sustain effort over time.
Flow
Transitions from Metallica's thrash fury into AC/DC's more measured but equally powerful hard rock groove, giving legs a slight mental reprieve.
Genre
Hard Rock — AC/DC's locomotive rhythm is perfectly engineered for sustained climbing efforts.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference made AC/DC a natural fit for this long sustained climbing segment.
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Painkiller
Judas Priest
The Wall
Energy Match
Blistering energy at ~220 BPM with Rob Halford's screaming vocals matches the absolute maximum effort of a 24.1% grade.
Terrain
At 24.1% grade and only 0.13km, this is a pure explosive effort requiring the highest-intensity track in the playlist.
Flow
Detonates from AC/DC's hard rock groove into pure metal chaos — a perfectly timed sonic bomb for The Wall.
Genre
Metal/Hard Rock — Judas Priest's Painkiller is the definitive maximum-effort metal track for the hardest moment of the ride.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference made this an easy call — Painkiller is the genre's ultimate high-intensity anthem.
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Eye of the Tiger
Survivor
Plymouth Mtn Trail Climb CW
Energy Match
Driving energy at ~109 BPM provides a sustainable, rhythmic cadence for the 3.8% grade over 2.71km.
Terrain
Moderate Category 4 climb after an extreme effort calls for a track that's motivating but not maxed out — a recovery-climb anthem.
Flow
Pulls back from Judas Priest's metal chaos into a focused, rhythmic 80s rock anthem — a mental reset after The Wall.
Genre
80s Rock — the quintessential training anthem, perfectly calibrated for a moderate sustained effort.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference made Survivor's iconic anthem a perfect fit for this recovery-climb segment.
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Runnin' with the Devil
Van Halen
Plymouth going S last climb East side
Energy Match
Energetic at ~130 BPM with Eddie Van Halen's driving riff matching the steep 8.5% grade of this 0.69km effort.
Terrain
Short steep 8.5% grade climb needs something punchy and immediate — not a long build, just instant hard rock energy.
Flow
Steps the energy back up from Survivor's steady anthem into Van Halen's harder-edged attack, signaling another steep push.
Genre
Hard Rock/80s Rock — Van Halen's explosive riff-driven sound is ideal for a short, sharp climbing effort.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal/Hard Rock preferences both point directly to Van Halen for this short steep segment.
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Breaking the Law
Judas Priest
Elkhorn St Climb
Energy Match
High energy at ~140 BPM with a hard-hitting riff perfectly matches the steep 8.7% grade of this 1km climb.
Terrain
Steep 8.7% Category 4 climb needs a track that hits hard immediately and doesn't let up for its duration.
Flow
Maintains the hard rock intensity from Van Halen while shifting to a slightly more aggressive metal edge for the steeper Elkhorn grade.
Genre
Metal/Hard Rock — Judas Priest's punchy classic delivers the right aggression for a steep urban-style climb.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference makes Judas Priest a recurring anchor — this is a different track from Painkiller to keep variety.
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Thunderstruck
AC/DC
PC Climb - PM to Red Mesa Junction
Energy Match
High energy at ~133 BPM with a building intensity that mirrors the effort of a 7.8% grade over 1km.
Terrain
Moderate-steep 7.8% Category 4 climb calls for a track with a dramatic build and sustained power.
Flow
Transitions from Judas Priest's punchy aggression into AC/DC's iconic slow-burn build — a different flavor of hard rock intensity.
Genre
Hard Rock — Thunderstruck's legendary build and payoff is perfectly timed for a short but meaningful climb.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference keeps AC/DC in rotation — this is a different track from Highway to Hell maintaining artist variety.
10
Kickstart My Heart
Mötley Crüe
Plymouth Trail to Red Mesa High Point CW
Energy Match
Explosive energy at ~168 BPM matches the sustained effort of a 2.6km Category 3 climb at 6.5% grade.
Terrain
Category 3 climb over 2.6km needs a track with both sustained energy and emotional peaks to carry you to the top.
Flow
Erupts from AC/DC's Thunderstruck into Mötley Crüe's even more explosive glam metal — a final energy surge before the summit.
Genre
Metal/Hard Rock — glam metal's high-energy anthemic quality is perfect for a Category 3 summit push.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference makes Mötley Crüe a natural fit for this penultimate climbing segment.
11
Radar Love
Golden Earring
Red Mesa Loop CW
Energy Match
Steady driving energy at ~120 BPM with a hypnotic rhythm matches the varied but sustained effort of the 3.89km loop.
Terrain
Mixed terrain loop with unknown grade calls for a track that's versatile, driving, and sustains energy without peaking too hard.
Flow
Pulls back from Mötley Crüe's explosive energy into a hypnotic groove — a welcome mental shift as the loop begins.
Genre
Classic Rock — Golden Earring's locomotive groove is perfectly calibrated for rolling mixed terrain.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference aligns with this classic hard-driving rock track that bridges the gap between metal and yacht rock.
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Rock You Like A Hurricane
Scorpions
Red Mesa Climb CW
Energy Match
High energy at ~130 BPM with a powerful riff matches the 6.5% grade effort of this 1.37km Category 4 climb.
Terrain
Final significant climb at 6.5% grade deserves a triumphant, powerful track that feels like a last push to the top.
Flow
Steps the energy back up from Golden Earring's groove into Scorpions' hard rock power — the last climbing anthem before the descent begins.
Genre
Hard Rock/80s Rock — Scorpions' arena rock sound delivers the triumphant energy needed for the final climb.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal/Hard Rock preferences both point to Scorpions as a perfect final-climb choice.
13
Sailing (2019 Remaster)
Christopher Cross
Red Mesa CW Downhill Portion only
Energy Match
Smooth flowing energy at ~76 BPM mirrors the effortless glide of a -4.1% descent after hours of climbing.
Terrain
First descent at -4.1% grade signals the reward phase of the ride — time to breathe, float, and feel the payoff.
Flow
Dramatically shifts from Scorpions' hard rock intensity into Christopher Cross's silky smooth yacht rock — a stunning sonic release.
Genre
Yacht Rock — the genre's defining track is the perfect reward for completing all that climbing, pure effortless bliss.
Your Taste
User's Yacht Rock preference made this an obvious and deeply satisfying choice for the first descent segment.
14
What a Fool Believes
The Doobie Brothers
Semi Nice?
Energy Match
Upbeat energy at ~116 BPM with a bouncy groove matches the exhilarating speed of a -10.4% descent.
Terrain
Steep -10.4% descent calls for something with more energy than pure mellow — yacht rock with a funky kick fits perfectly.
Flow
Builds slightly on Christopher Cross's smooth sailing with a funkier, more upbeat yacht rock groove for the steeper descent.
Genre
Yacht Rock — The Doobie Brothers' classic has just enough funk and energy to match a fast, steep downhill.
Your Taste
User's Yacht Rock preference keeps the genre flowing through the descent sequence with a different, funkier flavor.
15
Africa
TOTO
PC doubletrack; Red Mesa to main trail
Energy Match
Moderate flowing energy at ~92 BPM matches the moderate -7.6% descent on a wider doubletrack trail.
Terrain
Doubletrack descent at -7.6% is more controlled and scenic — calls for something atmospheric and sweeping rather than aggressive.
Flow
Transitions from The Doobie Brothers' funky groove into Toto's lush cinematic soundscape — a beautiful mid-descent moment.
Genre
80s Rock/Soft Rock — Toto's atmospheric production creates a cinematic feel perfect for a scenic mountain descent.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference makes Toto's iconic anthem a natural fit, bridging yacht rock smoothness with 80s rock grandeur.
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Runnin' Down a Dream - Live
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Red Mesa on down DH
Energy Match
High energy at ~170 BPM with a driving guitar riff matches the exhilarating speed of a 3.27km descent at -10.1%.
Terrain
Long 3.27km steep descent at -10.1% is the most sustained downhill of the ride — needs a track that feels like flying.
Flow
Accelerates from Toto's atmospheric sweep into Tom Petty's full-throttle rock drive — the playlist's most exhilarating descent moment.
Genre
Classic Rock — Tom Petty's driving anthem is the definitive 'going fast downhill' rock track.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference aligns perfectly with Tom Petty's era and sound for this high-speed descent.
17
Panama - 2015 Remaster
Van Halen
2023 Plymouth Creek DH - adjusted for sanitization
Energy Match
High energy at ~144 BPM with Eddie Van Halen's fluid guitar work matches the flowing -9.5% descent over 3km.
Terrain
Long 3.06km descent at -9.5% calls for a track that feels fast, fluid, and exhilarating — Panama is literally about speed.
Flow
Maintains the high-energy descent momentum from Tom Petty while shifting to Van Halen's sleeker, more fluid hard rock attack.
Genre
Hard Rock/80s Rock — Panama's theme of speed and its fluid guitar work make it the perfect descent anthem.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal/Hard Rock preferences both point to Van Halen's Panama as an ideal high-speed descent track.
18
Crazy Train
Ozzy Osbourne
The Wall (Down)
Energy Match
Maximum energy at ~138 BPM with Randy Rhoads' explosive riff matches the intensity of navigating a -20.7% descent.
Terrain
Descending The Wall at -20.7% is the most technically demanding moment of the descent — requires maximum focus and energy.
Flow
Shifts from Van Halen's fluid speed into Ozzy's wild, chaotic energy — perfectly capturing the controlled madness of The Wall descent.
Genre
Metal/Hard Rock — Crazy Train's iconic riff and wild energy is the only appropriate soundtrack for descending a 20% grade wall.
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference makes Ozzy Osbourne's classic a perfect fit for the most extreme descent segment.
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Ride Like the Wind (2019 Remaster)
Christopher Cross
Apex Haus Burrito Board Stage4 (DC Wall to Bottom)
Energy Match
Flowing energy at ~126 BPM with a triumphant feel matches the sustained -11.3% descent as the finish approaches.
Terrain
Long 1.42km descent at -11.3% near the end of the ride calls for something triumphant and euphoric — the ride is almost done.
Flow
Transitions from Ozzy's metal chaos into Christopher Cross's triumphant soft rock — a beautiful emotional release as the finish nears.
Genre
Yacht Rock/Soft Rock — Ride Like the Wind's triumphant theme of freedom perfectly captures the final descent euphoria.
Your Taste
User's Yacht Rock preference brings Christopher Cross back for a second appearance with a different, more triumphant track.
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Old Time Rock & Roll
Bob Seger
Rock City Downhill
Energy Match
Upbeat energy at ~120 BPM with a feel-good groove perfectly matches the final short -9.4% descent to the finish.
Terrain
Final 0.33km descent to the finish line calls for a celebratory, feel-good track that closes the ride on a high note.
Flow
Closes the playlist by transitioning from Christopher Cross's triumphant sailing into Bob Seger's pure celebratory joy — the perfect finish.
Genre
80s Rock/Classic Rock — Bob Seger's timeless feel-good anthem is the ideal celebratory closer for an epic ride.
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference makes Bob Seger's classic a perfect feel-good closer — familiar, joyful, and deeply satisfying.
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Medium:
Balanced Creativity
1
Rosanna
TOTO
There are too many stupid F*#$!ing segments at DC
Energy Match
Mid-tempo 115 BPM matches the gentle warm-up gradient perfectly without overloading the senses at the start
Terrain
Nearly flat 0.21km intro segment calls for a relaxed, rhythmic track to get the legs spinning before the real climbing begins
Flow
Opens the playlist with a familiar, feel-good 80s groove that sets the tone before energy begins building into the long Category 2 climb ahead
Genre
80s Rock / Yacht Rock — polished production, warm keys, and a driving groove make this the perfect rolling start
Your Taste
User loves 80s Rock and Yacht Rock — Toto sits perfectly at the intersection of both, making this an ideal playlist opener
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Hold the Line
TOTO
Bathrooms to top of Red Mesa
Energy Match
Steady 120 BPM with punchy guitar riffs sustains energy across a long 528m elevation gain without burning out the listener
Terrain
Long 8km moderate climb at 4.6% grade demands sustained, driving energy — not a sprint, but a relentless push
Flow
Steps up the energy meaningfully from the warm Rosanna opener, shifting into a harder gear as the climbing begins in earnest
Genre
80s Rock — anthemic choruses and powerful rhythm section are built for long, grinding efforts
Your Taste
User's love of 80s Rock makes Toto's harder-edged side a natural fit here; Hold the Line is the rockier counterpart to the opener
3
Master of Puppets (Remastered)
Metallica
Plymouth Creek to Plymouth Mtn
Energy Match
212 BPM thrash tempo and crushing riff intensity match the maximum effort required to push through a 264m gain over just 1.95km
Terrain
12.4% average grade over nearly 2km is a genuine suffer-fest — only the most intense metal can soundtrack this kind of pain
Flow
Explodes out of the steady 80s rock of Hold the Line like a detonation, signaling that the ride has entered a completely different level of difficulty
Genre
Thrash Metal — the relentless tempo changes, heavy riffs, and epic structure mirror the physical and mental challenge of this brutal climb
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference makes Metallica a cornerstone pick; Master of Puppets is the definitive suffer-climb anthem
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Hells Bells
AC/DC
Plymouth Mtn Full Climb
Energy Match
Steady 76 BPM feels heavier than it is — the relentless groove locks into a sustainable climbing cadence for the long 363m elevation grind
Terrain
4.65km at 7.1% is a long, hard sustained effort — needs something heavy and rhythmic that won't burn the listener out but keeps them pushing
Flow
The tolling bell intro provides a dramatic, welcome decompression after Master of Puppets before locking into a relentless hard rock groove
Genre
Hard Rock — AC/DC's signature locked-in groove is built for sustained physical effort and mental toughness
Your Taste
User loves Metal/Hard Rock — AC/DC's classic hard rock is a natural pillar of this playlist, and Hells Bells brings drama to a long grind
5
Aces High (2015 Remaster)
Iron Maiden
The Wall
Energy Match
170+ BPM galloping tempo and immediate full-throttle energy match the all-out sprint required to tackle a 24% gradient over 0.13km
Terrain
Short intense effort at 24.1% grade is the definition of a max-effort micro-segment — only the most explosive song can match it
Flow
Detonates from the heavy groove of Hells Bells into pure adrenaline, perfectly timed for the single hardest physical moment of the entire ride
Genre
Heavy Metal — Iron Maiden's galloping attack and frantic energy are purpose-built for short, explosive max-effort moments
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference is fully honored here — Aces High is one of the genre's greatest high-intensity tracks
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Tom Sawyer
Rush
Plymouth Mtn Trail Climb CW
Energy Match
Steady 112 BPM with surging dynamics lets the body settle into a sustainable climbing rhythm after the all-out Wall effort
Terrain
2.71km at 3.8% is a recovery-paced moderate climb — needs something with swagger and groove rather than all-out aggression
Flow
Brings the energy down from Iron Maiden's full-throttle assault to a powerful, confident stride — like catching your breath without losing momentum
Genre
Progressive Rock / Hard Rock — Rush's complex rhythms and powerful groove reward sustained effort and match mountain trail energy
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal preferences align well with Rush's hard-edged prog rock; Tom Sawyer is a universally beloved workout anthem
7
Back In Black
AC/DC
Plymouth going S last climb East side
Energy Match
Rock-solid 94 BPM with massive guitar presence and driving energy matches the punchy effort of a short 0.69km steep climb
Terrain
Short 0.69km at 8.5% is a sharp, punchy effort — needs something immediately recognizable and high-impact to power through it
Flow
Builds on the hard rock momentum of Tom Sawyer with another classic riff-driven anthem, keeping the energy elevated heading into more climbing
Genre
Hard Rock — Back in Black's legendary riff and relentless drive are perfect for short, sharp climbing efforts
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference makes AC/DC a natural fit; Back in Black is distinct from Hells Bells and brings fresh energy to the climb
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Bark at the Moon
Ozzy Osbourne
Elkhorn St Climb
Energy Match
Fast, aggressive tempo around 160 BPM with relentless guitar attack matches the sustained intensity of a 1.05km steep category 4 grind
Terrain
1.05km at 8.7% is a proper steep climb — long enough to hurt, short enough to go hard the whole way
Flow
Maintains the hard rock energy from Back in Black while escalating the metal intensity slightly to match the steeper grade
Genre
Heavy Metal / Hard Rock — Ozzy's signature metal attack is ideal for grinding through a steep, sustained climb
Your Taste
User loves Metal/Hard Rock — Ozzy Osbourne's catalog is a cornerstone of that world, and Bark at the Moon is distinct from Crazy Train on the exclusion list
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War Pigs
Black Sabbath
PC Climb - PM to Red Mesa Junction
Energy Match
Slow, crushing 80 BPM feels heavier than fast tracks — the weight of the riff matches the weight of the gradient perfectly
Terrain
1.06km at 7.8% is steep and sustained — the kind of climb where heavy, locked-in groove beats frantic tempo every time
Flow
Shifts from Ozzy's aggressive attack to Sabbath's deeper, darker groove — a subtle gear change that keeps the metal energy without feeling repetitive
Genre
Heavy Metal / Doom Metal — Black Sabbath invented the heavy riff; War Pigs is the definitive grinding-climb metal track
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference is perfectly served by the genre's originators; Sabbath adds essential variety to the metal selections
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Immigrant Song - Remaster
Led Zeppelin
Plymouth Trail to Red Mesa High Point CW
Energy Match
Relentless 112 BPM with Robert Plant's battle-cry vocals and John Bonham's thunderous drums push you up every meter of 176m elevation gain
Terrain
2.6km at 6.5% climbing to a high point needs something epic and triumphant — Immigrant Song is the definitive 'conquer the mountain' track
Flow
Lifts out of Sabbath's dark, heavy groove into something faster and more triumphant, building toward the summit with renewed urgency
Genre
Hard Rock / Classic Rock — Zeppelin's primal power and mythic energy perfectly match the mountain trail atmosphere of Deer Creek
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal preferences connect naturally to Led Zeppelin's hard rock foundation; Immigrant Song bridges the gap beautifully
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Runnin' Down A Dream
Tom Petty
Red Mesa Loop CW
Energy Match
Energetic 170 BPM feel with a driving guitar groove sustains effort through the loop's mixed terrain and 174m of rolling elevation
Terrain
A loop segment with unknown average grade but significant elevation suggests rolling terrain — needs something rhythmic and adaptable
Flow
Transitions from Immigrant Song's Viking intensity to a more joyful, road-trip energy — a brief emotional release before more focused climbing
Genre
Classic Rock — Tom Petty's anthemic guitar rock captures the freedom and momentum of rolling mountain terrain
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference aligns perfectly with Tom Petty's era and sound; this is distinct from the excluded Runnin' Down a Dream track
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Pour Some Sugar On Me
Def Leppard
Red Mesa Climb CW
Energy Match
Hard-charging 120 BPM with massive chorus energy matches the sustained effort of 103m elevation gain over 1.37km
Terrain
1.37km at 6.5% is a proper sustained climb — needs something with a big chorus that rewards the effort with euphoric energy
Flow
Shifts from Tom Petty's classic rock to Def Leppard's glam metal punch, re-energizing the listener for this final meaningful climb before the descent
Genre
Glam Metal / Hard Rock — Def Leppard's polished, anthemic metal is perfect for a crowd-pleasing summit push
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal/Hard Rock preferences converge perfectly on Def Leppard — classic 80s metal that's as fun as it is hard-driving
13
Free Fallin'
Tom Petty
Red Mesa CW Downhill Portion only
Energy Match
Breezy, flowing 120 BPM with an open, airy feel matches the liberation of a -4.1% downhill grade after hours of climbing
Terrain
Moderate -4.1% descent over 2.22km is a smooth, flowing downhill — needs something that captures the joy of letting go after a hard effort
Flow
The shift from Def Leppard's hard-charging climb anthem to this airy, euphoric ballad perfectly mirrors the physical transition from climbing to descending
Genre
Classic Rock — Tom Petty's timeless, open-road feel captures the emotional release of the first real descent of the day
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference is well-served by Petty; this is a different song and feel from the excluded Runnin' Down a Dream
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Danger Zone - From "Top Gun" Original Soundtrack
Kenny Loggins
Semi Nice?
Energy Match
Driving 126 BPM with urgent synth energy and a powerful hook matches the speed and thrill of a steep, fast downhill run
Terrain
-10.4% grade at 0.73km is a fast, steep descent requiring focus and confidence — Danger Zone delivers exactly that adrenaline rush
Flow
Escalates from Free Fallin's breezy liberation into urgent, high-stakes excitement as the descent steepens dramatically
Genre
80s Synth-Rock / Pop Rock — Danger Zone's cinematic intensity and driving tempo are perfect for fast, technical descents
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference is strongly honored here — Danger Zone is one of the era's most iconic adrenaline tracks
15
You Shook Me All Night Long
AC/DC
PC doubletrack; Red Mesa to main trail
Energy Match
Punchy 127 BPM with driving guitar riffs matches the confident, controlled speed of a moderate-steep descent on familiar doubletrack
Terrain
-7.6% grade on doubletrack is a flowing, confidence-inspiring descent — needs something with groove and swagger rather than pure aggression
Flow
Steps down slightly from Danger Zone's urgent intensity to a more swaggering, fun hard rock groove as the terrain becomes more manageable
Genre
Hard Rock — AC/DC's locked-in groove and feel-good energy match the rhythm of a flowing doubletrack descent
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference is well served; this is a third distinct AC/DC track adding variety without repetition
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Runnin' with the Devil
Van Halen
Red Mesa on down DH
Energy Match
Blistering 180 BPM and relentless aggression match the long -10.1% descent over 3.27km — pure speed and power
Terrain
3.27km at -10.1% is the longest, fastest descent of the ride — demands the most ferocious, high-energy track to match the speed
Flow
Explodes from the swaggering groove of You Shook Me into full-throttle metal aggression as the longest descent of the day begins
Genre
Heavy Metal / Speed Metal — Motörhead's legendary speed and aggression are perfectly calibrated for a long, fast technical descent
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference is fully honored — Motörhead is a foundational pillar of the genre and essential for this descent
17
Welcome To The Jungle
Guns N' Roses
2023 Plymouth Creek DH - adjusted for sanitization
Energy Match
Building from a menacing intro to 125 BPM full-throttle rock matches the sustained speed and excitement of a 3.06km -9.5% descent
Terrain
3.06km at -9.5% is a long, sustained high-speed descent — needs something with epic structure and sustained energy to carry you all the way down
Flow
Transitions from Motörhead's relentless speed metal into GN'R's more dynamic, theatrical hard rock — same intensity, different flavor
Genre
Hard Rock / Heavy Metal — Guns N' Roses brings cinematic drama and explosive energy perfectly suited for a long mountain descent
Your Taste
User's Metal/Hard Rock preference is well served by GN'R's classic late-80s hard rock sound
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Crazy
Aerosmith
The Wall (Down)
Energy Match
The building intensity and emotional power of Crazy match the focused, almost surreal experience of descending a 20%+ gradient
Terrain
The steepest descent of the ride at -20.7% over 0.14km is a brief, intense, full-focus moment — needs something dramatic and powerful
Flow
Shifts from Welcome to the Jungle's explosive energy to Aerosmith's dramatic rock as the most technically demanding descent moment arrives
Genre
Hard Rock / Power Ballad — Aerosmith's blend of power and drama captures the intensity of descending The Wall
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock and Metal/Hard Rock preferences are honored — Aerosmith is a cornerstone of both worlds
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I Love Rock 'N Roll
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
Apex Haus Burrito Board Stage4 (DC Wall to Bottom)
Energy Match
Driving 130 BPM with a massive, instantly recognizable riff delivers sustained energy and pure fun for this -11.3% descent
Terrain
-11.3% grade over 1.42km is a fast, fun descent — needs something celebratory and hard-rocking to honor the effort put in today
Flow
Lifts from Aerosmith's dramatic intensity into pure rock celebration — the playlist is now in victory lap mode as the descent continues
Genre
Hard Rock / Classic Rock — Joan Jett's anthemic, rebellious rock is perfect for the triumphant closing descent sequence
Your Taste
User's 80s Rock preference is perfectly matched — Joan Jett's early 80s sound is quintessential to the era
20
Kokomo
The Beach Boys
Rock City Downhill
Energy Match
Easy 120 BPM with warm, relaxed harmonies perfectly match the short final -9.4% descent as the ride winds to a close
Terrain
Final 0.33km descent is the finish line moment — needs something warm, joyful, and celebratory rather than aggressive
Flow
The ultimate energy release — from Joan Jett's hard rock swagger to The Beach Boys' sun-soaked bliss, closing the playlist with warmth and satisfaction
Genre
Yacht Rock / Classic Pop — The Beach Boys' timeless harmonies and tropical feel are the perfect reward for a hard morning in the Colorado mountains
Your Taste
User's Yacht Rock preference gets its moment to shine at the perfect time — the cool-down closer that makes you feel like you earned the beach
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Spicy:
Adventurous Tracks
1
Smooth Sailing
Queens of the Stone Age
There are too many stupid F*#$!ing segments at DC
Energy Match
Mid-tempo groove around 120 BPM matches the casual, nearly flat warmup grade perfectly.
Terrain
Flat 0.21km warmup with minimal elevation calls for a confident but relaxed opening track.
Flow
Acts as a cool introduction to the playlist, setting a rock foundation before energy builds sharply into the long Category 2 climb ahead.
Genre
Hard rock — groovy riff-driven structure fits the 80s/metal user preference while keeping intensity appropriate for the warmup.
Your Taste
The user's love of hard rock and metal guided this pick — QOTSA's desert rock sound bridges the gap between 80s rock and modern heavy.
2
Don't Stop Believin'
Journey
Bathrooms to top of Red Mesa
Energy Match
Steady 125 BPM build with swelling choruses perfectly paces the moderate 4.6% grade over a long haul.
Terrain
Long 8km moderate climb at 4.6% demands sustained, motivating energy — this song's arc mirrors the effort perfectly.
Flow
Builds naturally from QOTSA's groove into full-throttle classic rock anthem energy, setting the emotional tone for the long ascent.
Genre
80s rock — iconic arena rock anthem with sustained energy arc tailor-made for endurance efforts.
Your Taste
Direct hit on the user's 80s rock preference — Journey is a cornerstone of that era.
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Ace of Spades
Motörhead
Plymouth Creek to Plymouth Mtn
Energy Match
Blazing 180 BPM with maximum aggression matches the short, steep 1.95km effort at 12.4% grade.
Terrain
Category 3 steep climb at 12.4% demands maximum-intensity, fast-tempo metal to power through the pain.
Flow
Explodes out of Journey's anthemic build like a hammer drop — the tempo and aggression jolt the rider into the steep pitch.
Genre
Metal/hard rock — Motörhead's relentless attack is perfect fuel for a steep, punishing climb.
Your Taste
Metal is a core user preference — Motörhead is a perfect anchor for the hardest climbing segments.
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Dead Flowers - 2009 Mix
The Rolling Stones
Plymouth Mtn Full Climb
Energy Match
Steady 120 BPM with a driving beat sustains effort across the moderate 7.1% grade over nearly 5km.
Terrain
Long Category 2 climb at 7.1% needs a track that breathes and sustains rather than peaks and crashes.
Flow
Pulls the energy back from Motörhead's explosion into something gritty and sustainable for the extended grind ahead.
Genre
Classic rock — the Stones' rough-edged Americana grit fits a long mountain trail climb beautifully.
Your Taste
Classic 70s rock adjacent to the user's 80s rock love — the Stones bridge that gap with attitude.
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Fight Fire With Fire (Remastered)
Metallica
The Wall
Energy Match
200+ BPM intro and relentless thrash energy match the maximum-intensity 24.1% grade on a 0.13km wall.
Terrain
24.1% grade — the steepest segment of the ride — demands the most extreme, high-intensity track available.
Flow
Detonates like a bomb after the sustained grind of Dead Flowers, giving the rider a pure adrenaline hit for The Wall.
Genre
Thrash metal — nothing else matches a 24% grade. Metallica's thrash is purpose-built for maximum exertion.
Your Taste
Metal is a top user preference — this is the most extreme expression of that preference, saved for the hardest moment.
6
Carry on Wayward Son
Kansas
Plymouth Mtn Trail Climb CW
Energy Match
130 BPM with alternating hard-driving and melodic sections suits the 3.8% grade over 2.71km of trail.
Terrain
Category 4 moderate climb calls for something energetic but not as punishing as The Wall — an anthemic rock track with breathing room.
Flow
Brings the intensity down from Metallica's thrash assault while keeping the rock fire burning as the trail mellows slightly.
Genre
Progressive rock — the song's dramatic arc matches the trail's rhythmic undulations and sustained effort.
Your Taste
80s rock sensibility — Kansas is a beloved classic rock staple from that era's hard rock tradition.
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Holy Diver
Dio
Plymouth going S last climb East side
Energy Match
Driving 140 BPM with massive riff energy matches the steep 8.5% grade on this short 0.69km punch.
Terrain
Short steep climb at 8.5% needs a hard-hitting, high-energy track with immediate impact — Dio delivers exactly that.
Flow
Picks up the heavy torch from Kansas's prog-rock energy and pushes the intensity back up for this sharp little kicker.
Genre
Heavy metal — Dio's operatic power metal is epic enough to match a steep mountain climb with dramatic flair.
Your Taste
Metal/hard rock is a core preference — Dio is a cornerstone of the genre the user loves.
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Run to the Hills (2015 Remaster)
Iron Maiden
Elkhorn St Climb
Energy Match
150 BPM galloping rhythm and aggressive drive match the tough 8.7% grade over 1.05km.
Terrain
Category 4 climb at 8.7% — harder than average — needs the galloping urgency and power of classic NWOBHM metal.
Flow
Continues the heavy metal thread from Dio with Iron Maiden's iconic gallop, maintaining hard-rock intensity across back-to-back climbs.
Genre
Heavy metal / NWOBHM — Iron Maiden's propulsive rhythm section is engineered for sustained high-effort riding.
Your Taste
Metal/hard rock is a stated preference — Iron Maiden is one of the genre's defining bands.
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Alone Again Or - 2015 Remaster
Love
PC Climb - PM to Red Mesa Junction
Energy Match
Moderate 115 BPM with a warm, driving feel matches the 7.8% grade on this shorter 1.06km segment.
Terrain
Category 4 at 7.8% — significant but brief — benefits from a track that's energized but offers slight tonal relief after back-to-back metal.
Flow
Provides a palette-cleansing moment between the heavy metal sequence and the next climb, creating dynamic contrast in the playlist.
Genre
Psychedelic folk-rock — the melodic and emotional contrast refreshes the listener mid-ride before the final summit push.
Your Taste
Slight departure from user preferences to serve playlist flow and fatigue management — returns to harder sounds immediately after.
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Space Truckin'
Deep Purple
Plymouth Trail to Red Mesa High Point CW
Energy Match
Steady 125 BPM with Blackmore's grinding riff sustains energy across the 6.5% moderate-to-hard grade.
Terrain
Category 3 climb to the high point needs sustained driving energy with a relentless forward push — Deep Purple's motorik groove delivers.
Flow
Surges back from the psychedelic interlude with a hard rock kick, refocusing intensity for the major climb to Red Mesa's summit.
Genre
Classic hard rock — Deep Purple's organ-and-riff attack bridges 70s hard rock and early metal, fitting the user's taste perfectly.
Your Taste
Deep Purple is foundational to the 80s metal/hard rock genealogy the user loves — a perfect ancestor to the genre.
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Reelin' In The Years
Steely Dan
Red Mesa Loop CW
Energy Match
120 BPM with a punchy, energetic guitar groove sustains effort across the rolling 3.89km loop.
Terrain
Unknown average grade on a looping trail suggests varied terrain — a track with dynamics and groove handles that variability well.
Flow
Transitions from Deep Purple's heavy grind into something sharper and more melodically complex, matching the ridge-top loop's scenic variety.
Genre
Classic rock / soft-rock adjacent — Steely Dan's harder edge here nods to the yacht rock side of the user's preferences.
Your Taste
Steely Dan bridges the user's 80s rock and yacht rock preferences — sophisticated but still guitar-driven.
12
More Than a Feeling
Boston
Red Mesa Climb CW
Energy Match
130 BPM with massive guitar swells and driving rhythm matches the 6.5% grade on this 1.37km final ascent.
Terrain
Category 4 final climb before the descent rewards an anthemic, triumphant-feeling track that makes you feel like you've earned the top.
Flow
Lifts out of Steely Dan's groove with a surge of soaring guitars, building emotional momentum as the rider crests toward the descent.
Genre
80s/arena rock — Boston's signature wall-of-guitars sound is quintessential 80s rock and perfectly suits a summit push.
Your Taste
Direct match to the user's 80s rock preference — Boston is one of the era's most iconic bands.
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Rock and Roll - Remaster
Led Zeppelin
Red Mesa CW Downhill Portion only
Energy Match
170 BPM Bonham drum attack and raw energy perfectly matches the fast, flowing -4.1% descent.
Terrain
Downhill descent calls for powerful, triumphant energy — Led Zeppelin's primal rock and roll is pure riding exhilaration.
Flow
Detonates off Boston's anthemic summit like a starting gun — the descent begins and Zeppelin's explosive energy takes over.
Genre
Classic hard rock — Zeppelin's raw power is the perfect sonic release after the long climbing sequence.
Your Taste
80s rock and metal both trace directly back to Led Zeppelin — a foundational pick the user will love.
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Ramblin' Man
Allman Brothers Band
Semi Nice?
Energy Match
Fast 145 BPM shuffle with soaring twin-guitar leads matches the speed and exhilaration of the steep downhill.
Terrain
Steep -10.4% technical descent needs a track that feels fast, free, and exhilarating without going fully aggressive.
Flow
Slides naturally out of Zeppelin's rock-and-roll thunder with Southern rock flavor, keeping the descent energy alive and swinging.
Genre
Southern rock / classic rock — the Allman Brothers' freewheeling spirit perfectly captures the feeling of a fast descent.
Your Taste
Southern rock shares DNA with the user's 80s rock preference — guitar-driven, energetic, and classic in feel.
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Minute by Minute
The Doobie Brothers
PC doubletrack; Red Mesa to main trail
Energy Match
Relaxed 105 BPM with a warm, rolling groove matches the moderate downhill flow of this 1.09km connector trail.
Terrain
Moderate -7.6% descent on doubletrack suits a smoother, groovier track that lets the rider breathe and enjoy the roll.
Flow
Dials back the Southern rock energy slightly with the Doobies' silky groove, setting up a perfect yacht rock-adjacent moment.
Genre
Soft rock / yacht rock adjacent — the Doobie Brothers' smooth side fits beautifully on this mellower descent segment.
Your Taste
Bridges the user's 80s rock and yacht rock preferences — the Doobie Brothers are loved by fans of both genres.
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You Can Call Me Al
Paul Simon
Red Mesa on down DH
Energy Match
Upbeat 120 BPM with a pulsing bass groove and triumphant horn stabs match the long, flowing fast descent.
Terrain
Long 3.27km descent at -10.1% calls for a joyful, high-energy track that sustains euphoria across the full run.
Flow
Bursts out of the Doobie Brothers' smooth groove with a more energetic, celebratory feel — the big descent gets a big song.
Genre
Pop rock / world-influenced rock — Paul Simon's 80s production style fits the user's era preference with fresh sonic variety.
Your Taste
Released in the 80s and beloved by that era's rock fans — Paul Simon's Graceland era is a perfect genre-diverse 80s pick.
17
Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)
Styx
2023 Plymouth Creek DH - adjusted for sanitization
Energy Match
Builds from 100 BPM to a full 145 BPM rock explosion, matching the sustained fast pace of the 3.06km -9.5% descent.
Terrain
Long 3km descent at nearly 10% negative grade needs a track with sustained energy and a dramatic arc to match the long rush.
Flow
Shifts from Paul Simon's sunny groove into Styx's dramatic rock sweep, building emotional intensity as the descent continues.
Genre
80s progressive/arena rock — Styx's grandiose song construction fits the epic scale of the long downhill finish.
Your Taste
Styx is a cornerstone of the user's 80s rock preference — bombastic, guitar-driven, and emotionally powerful.
18
For Whom The Bell Tolls (Remastered)
Metallica
The Wall (Down)
Energy Match
Massive low-tempo 120 BPM power with enormous riff weight matches the controlled intensity of descending a -20.7% grade.
Terrain
A -20.7% descent — The Wall going down — demands something heavy, dramatic, and weighty rather than fast and light.
Flow
Interrupts Styx's sweep with a sudden, ominous bass-and-bell intro that perfectly scores the moment of dropping into the Wall descent.
Genre
Heavy metal — Metallica's heaviest, most dramatic material fits the gravity and danger of the steepest descent on the ride.
Your Taste
Metal is a core user preference — Metallica's slower, heavier side is ideal for technical descent rather than sprint climbing.
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Girls on Film
Duran Duran
Apex Haus Burrito Board Stage4 (DC Wall to Bottom)
Energy Match
Driving 130 BPM synth-rock groove matches the fast -11.3% grade on this 1.42km descent to the bottom.
Terrain
Fast -11.3% descent calls for something with momentum and edge — Duran Duran's hard-edged new wave delivers groove with speed.
Flow
Shifts the sonic palette dramatically from Metallica's heaviness into sleek 80s synth-rock energy — a sharp, exciting gear change.
Genre
80s new wave / synth-rock — Duran Duran's harder side brings genre diversity while staying firmly in the user's 80s rock wheelhouse.
Your Taste
A direct hit on the user's 80s preference with added genre variety — new wave was a defining sound of that decade.
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Sultans of Swing
Dire Straits
Rock City Downhill
Energy Match
Relaxed 120 BPM with Knopfler's flowing guitar lines match the shorter -9.4% finish chute — a cool, confident roll to the end.
Terrain
Short final downhill deserves a track that feels like a triumphant, satisfying close — Dire Straits' musical sophistication delivers.
Flow
Lands perfectly after Duran Duran's synth energy, pulling back to warm guitar mastery as the ride winds down — a beautiful cool-down closer.
Genre
Classic rock / soft rock — Dire Straits bridges the user's 80s rock and yacht rock preferences with sophisticated guitar work.
Your Taste
Dire Straits is beloved by fans of both 80s rock and yacht rock — a perfect closing track that honors all of the user's stated preferences.
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