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Canyon Classic Century - June 14, 2008

Ride Information:

The Quarter Century: A 25 mile family fun ride through the valley floor north to the town of Grayson.

The Metric Century: Journey approximately 64 miles on a moderately strenuous ride through valley farmlands lush with springtime growth. Climb into the Del Puerto Canyon to Frank Raines Park then back down the canyon and south to Diablo Grande Golf Course. After a lunch stop return to Patterson.

Metric Century route map and elevation profile.

The Century: Travel approximately 102 miles through Stanislaus, Santa Clara, San Joaquin and Contra Costa Counties on a beautiful and challenging ride. You will journey through valley farmlands and climb 5,500' up Del Puerto Canyon. The ride then proceeds along San Antonio Valley Road for lunch in picturesque Livermore Valley vineyards before beginning the Corral Hollow climb on the return to Patterson.

Century route map and elevation profile.

Mt. Hamilton/Lick Observatory Climb: Travel approximately 88.9 miles through valley farm lands and up Del Puerto Canyon. The ride then proceeds down to San Antonio Valley Road and journeys south and up to the summit of Mt. Hamilton to the historic Lick Observatory. Enjoy a great view of the valley and indulge in a wonderful lunch before proceeding back down to Patterson.

Lick Observatory route map and elevation profile.

When to check in and start:

  • Mt. Hamilton/Lick Observatory Climb: 6 AM to 8 AM
  • Century: 6 AM to 8 AM
  • Metric Century: 6 AM to 8 AM
  • Quarter Century: 9 AM to 10 AM

Place:

    Creekside Middle School
    535 Peregrine Drive
    Patterson, CA 95363

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Map of Creekside Middle School
Patterson, California

Pre-Registration Fee: (Must be recieved by June 5, 2008)

  • $40.00 per rider or
  • $80.00 per family group.
  • $5.00 more for Day of Event Registration.
  • Tandem riders must register individually.

Registration fee includes well marked road and route map, SAG support, rest stops, lunch, water bottle, a designer patch, and other goodies. Showers after the ride are available.

What about food? Along the way riders will find rest stops packed full of energy food like fruit, cookies, water, and other snacks. Also, this year we will have CYTOMAX. The GRAND finale will be a memorable meal after a hard and exciting ride. Bring your family, there is a ride for everyone to enjoy and a weekend for all to remember.

What you'll need to bring - Lots of enthusiasm! A bicycle (any type), patch kit, tire pump, a water bottle, and a helmet for your safety. Wearing bicycle helmets will be required and enforced.

Ride goes rain or shine, no refunds. Send a stamped return envelope if you wish a confirmation.

Ride Souvenirs.

Download a registration form in Word Format or Adobe Acrobat Format

Or, register online at active.com

Photos From 2007

Photos From 2004

Photos From 2002 and 2003

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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
CALL (209) 526-0600 ext.18
FAX (209) 526-4754
E-MAIL llevin@ainet.com

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