bike route--elevation map??

[skyler]

I have several choices for my bike route. However, it is very hilly around here. Anyone know how I can find out not just distance, but elevation? (that is without having to get survey maps etc :)

[grantmeaname]

Go to Mapmyride.com and enter your possible routes, and it'll give you the countours for each to help you decide.

[skyler]

Go to Mapmyride.com and enter your possible routes, and it'll give you the countours for each to help you decide.

Thanx G!

That was very helpful....

[Left]

i like http://www.mappedometer.com/ myself. there's an elevation link on the map.
i use it to see where i walk but it has cycling too

[Samsam]

Great question and great answers.  I've been playing with different routes to work based on elevation levels.  There is this one hill that I just cannot get up without getting off my bike and walking for a minute.  Going to try a new route.

[livetogive]

the hills around here are downright miserable.  My ride is < 2 mi but i'm totally sweaty by the time I roll in.

[skyler]

the hills around here are downright miserable.  My ride is < 2 mi but i'm totally sweaty by the time I roll in.

Hills are definitely a consideration for me when venturing out on the bike...jealous of those residing in flat areas :(