As all U.S. high school students must read To Kill A Mockingbird, all cyclists traveling to Steamboat Springs must ride up Rabbit Ears Pass. The 7.2-mile slog up U.S. Hwy 40 is a proving ground for locals, and also one of the most scenic rides in Colorado.

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Cyclists, commentators, and fans spend endless amounts of time talking about climbing and time trialing, but very little talking about sprinting. The sprint finishes in top-level races like the USA Pro Challenge are one of the most technical, explosive, and exciting parts of the entire event! But since high-speed sprinting is not something many amateur cyclists get to do, it's a part of cycling they sometimes struggle to relate to.