Cuyamaca 75K Endurance Ride May 31st

[richwolf]

I am signed up to do this.

Register here: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Det...a-53a13f8cf156

Some info from one of the ride organizers:

It's about 5500' of climbing overall, starting at Paso Picacho camp cross over to Cold
Stream Trail-Take the Mine rd. to Soapstone Grade Fire rd.-right down
Stonewall Creek Fire rd.- left UpperGreen Valley Fire rd.continue past
soapstone Grade -left on La Cima trail - left on California riding and
hiking trail- right on Soapstone grade fire rd.out to Hyw 79- right to Milk
Ranch Fire rd. -right on Middle Peak Fire rd. stay to right at Blk. Oak
trail around and up Milk Ranch to Azalea glen rd back to campground , then
the same but for a couple different trails, CRHT, and Black Oak trail

[sdyeti]

This sounds really fun! I am going to check it out.

Darn...I was thinking it might be a race!

[Abui]

Oh too bad, I thought it was 75K' not 75Km.

[mp3]

What's the percentage of singletrack?

[FatPossum]

I've never been out there - will the trails be well marked? Could a first timer do this?

Thanks for posting - this looks really fun.

[richwolf]

Originally Posted by FatPossum

I've never been out there - will the trails be well marked? Could a first timer do this?

Thanks for posting - this looks really fun.

75 Kilometers or around 46 miles.

I don't know about trail marking but I imagine they will at least have maps.
It will be a mix of fire roads and single track.
Since the ride does two loops and there are plenty of bail out points, just about any rider can do it.
Lunch is included along with a shirt.
I imagine all proceeds go to the Mountain Bike Assistance Unit at the Park.

[lardbutt]

This is a really great place to ride for all skill levels. The distance makes it a challenge for you RacerX types, the scenery makes it a great place to ride for you intermediate folks, and the trails make it great for just about everyone. LOTS of good singletrack, along with an 8 mile downhill stretch. Yes, 8 miles!! The climbs are long sustained, not steep or technical. A good ride for everyone to really enjoy some good trails and some beautiful scenery! And as was mentioned already, plenty of bail out points if you get tired and want to head back to the car. These are beginner-friendly trails that can be made as hard as you want them to be because of the distance and the climbs.

[ewiccami]

This should be a great ride. Great location, but even moreso, great people. The people who host this ride are definitely among the best. Show them your support if you can make it.

[dubjay]

I've never been out there before, but it seems a bit far from home (OC). It does sound interesting though. Are there any places to camp nearby?

[lardbutt]

There are several good places to camp in the vacinity. Do a google for "Cuyamaca camping" and pick the one that looks best too you. PM me if you want to talk more. I camp up there a lot and there are other great riding options in the area for Sunday before you head back home...

[richwolf]

Bumpster,

Anyone else up for this event?

[tayskis84]

So I am thinking about doing this ride next weekend. How much does it cost to sign up and do it? As well are any of you guys planning on coamping hte night before?