Bear Valley, CA…The 10th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century Ride (EPC) is August 19, 2017 with four route lengths to challenge a variety of cyclists.  All rides start and finish in the small alpine village of Bear Valley, California at 7100 ft., and regardless which course you choose, you can expect great scenery, smooth roads, well stocked support stations with good food and some of the best cycling terrain in the country.  No wonder our backyard is called the “California Alps”.

New – This years century ride ventures to Markleeville, home of the Death Ride.  This addition extends riders time in the High Sierra and pedaling in the “California Alps”.  You can also follow this event on Facebook.

Ebbetts Pass Century Ride

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This demanding ride takes participants through dense forests, demanding climbs up high mountain passes with spectacular vistas, and exhilarating descents.  This region of California is often referred to by experienced and knowledgeable cyclist as the “California Alps”, as these road offer some of the best cycling terrain in the Sierra Nevada Range and beyond. Strategic support stations keep riders fueled and culminates with a tasty post-ride meal in Bear Valley.

Highlights:

• 103 miles with 10,500 feet of climbing and descents
• New route visits the quaint town of Markleeville, home of the Death Ride, on the east side of Ebbetts Pass.
• First 60 registrations gain automatic entry to the 2018 Death Ride – a few spaces still available (July 27, 2017).  Historically a number of people decline this offer and we can extend to additional century participants.
• 11 support stations and post-ride feast
• Some of the best cycling terrain anywhere
• Past ride reports: #1, #2, #3
• Photos

Logistics:

• Date: Saturday August 19, 2017
• Start Time: between 6:30 and 7:30AM
• Early Check-In: 5:30-6:30PM, Friday August 18 (optional) at the Bear Valley Adventure Company (aka – Bear Valley Cross Country Center) and the only gas station in town
• Bear Valley lodging and nearby campgrounds