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CONTENTS
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ABOUT
Events & Culture
DEPARTMENTS
EARLY FALL 2015 volume 21 issue 4
News 5
New & Noteworthy
Wandering Photographer 7 LA River Ride Beach Babe Classic
Last Page 34 Steelhead Stella
REPORTS
Publisher Managing Editor Associate Editor Marketing Intern Founder
Road Race Brings The Talent 10 Manhattan Beach Grand Prix
Racing Against The Sun 13 Great Park Grand Prix in Irvine, CA
Interbike Preview 14
Customer Appreciation Day
EVENTS
Photography
Kelley O’Toole Michael Eberhardt Alex Furlong
COMMUNITY Samuel Parks Andreas Moore
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SUBMISSIONS
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VITALS
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Cyclocross 17
Recreation 20
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No Purpose Neccesary
Ultra Length 22 150 Miles And More
Mountain 23
EVENTS
Get Dirty, Ride Clean
Events Calendar 24 What will be your next adventure?
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Club Directory 30 Find your future peloton.
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Manhattan Beach Grand Prix Photo By Andreas Moore
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Back For Another Year 15 Over The Hump in Irvine Lake, CA
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New & Noteworthy INTERBIKE CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY
UPDATE: TEAM CARTER
EVERY FALL the largest bicycle show in North America rolls into Las Vegas to serve the industry of bicycle shops and product manufacters. Thankfully for us, the directors of Interbike have recognized the importance of including bicyclists in this show and will be holding a customer appreciation day on September 18 at the Mandalay Bay casino. See our preview on page 14.
INSPIRED BY his five year old Grandson Carter who suffers with Juvenile Arthritis on a daily basis, Jerry Davis organized Team Carter in 2014 when he participated in the 8-day California Coast Classic (the CCC benefits the Arthritis Foundation by raising vital funds needed to find a cure for arthritis).
September 18, 2015 - Las Vegas, Nevada
Team has raised over $100k for CCC
Since we brought you the story of Jerry Davis and Team Carter in our Early Spring issue, the team has grown to 300 riders and raised $100,105 towards their goal of $125,000. With the help of contributions from Team Carter and others, The Arthritis Foundation has found Carter a more effective daily treatment to manage his juvenile arthritis. As Team Carter preps for the 525 miles in September, Jerry is continually impressed by his team mates, saying “Our team has several riders that have been diagnosed with (and fight on a daily basis) arthritis. I’m amazed by all of their strength and determination to do this 525 mile ride.” We wish them the best on their ride this September. Find out more and read the original story at scbicyclist.com/carter
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DEPARTMENTS
WANDERING PHOTOGRAPHER Los Angeles River Ride
Images by Samuel Parks Andreas Moore
In search of the white whale.
A Rivendell Atlantis with all the trim.
No need for panniers today.
And a thumbs up to YOU, sir.
LOS ANGELES RIVER RIDE
June 28, 2015 - Autry Center WINDING THROUGH the Los Angeles basin, the Los Angeles River Ride provided participants with a multitude of routes and ride lengths. The main ride was an out and back that stretched from the coast in Long Beach to the Autrey Center in Griffith Park. See complete photo report at scbicyclist.com/larr ARR
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Showing some CSULB Cycling pride.
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WANDERING PHOTOGRAPHER Beach Babe Bicycling Classic
Images by Samuel Parks Andreas Moore
BEACH BABE BICYCLING CLASSIC June 14, 2015
THE SUN SHONE BRIGHTLY on the participants of the Beach Babe Bicycling Classic as they soared to the oceanfront finish-line on May 17th, 2015 in Long Beach. The California Girl Series annual event is a casual women’s ride that celebrates the bicycling community and the beauty of the Southern California beaches. The ride started and finished at Pierpoint Landing along Aquarium way, nestled between lighthouses and sandy shores. The riders on the route cut through Seal Beach, looped around Huntington Beach, and then headed back down PCH towards the sounds of tropical surf music coming from the Beach Babe Classic. There was catered food at the finish line along with vendors booths under the palm trees. A standout from other recreation events were the great costumes. There were bunny ears, tutus, capes, leis, wings, and some Minions from Despicable Me even made an appearance. It was all laughter and smiles at this relaxed event and a celebration of all the best parts of bicycling. See the full photo gallery at scbicyclist.com/bbbc
The sunflower-camouflage edition.
National club Black Girls Do Bike finishing together.
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Manhattan Beach Grand Prix Photo by Andreas Moore
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MANHATTAN BEACH GRAND PRIX
Mens 55+ Cat 1-3 set the bar high for the rest of the day with a roar that woke up the sleepy Sunday morning.
PRO-AM ROAD RACING June 7, 2015
FOR OVER 38 YEARS, the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix has served California’s bicycling community by continuing to hold the renowned criterion that winds its way through the streets of the Los Angeles county beach town. With the largest cash purse of any similar event, the competition was fierce. Participants in the Mens 55+ category 1-3 (above) set the tone on the early Sunday morning with a mix of sounds somewhere between highschool wrestling match and indsutrial machine shop, drawing in customers from the surrounding coffee shops to watch the bicyclists whip through the course set around Live Oak Park in the city center. (continued next page)
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Tina Pic of Bountiful, UT took 2nd in the Women’s NCC Pro Cat 1/2.
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The momentum continued with the Master’s 40+. It was a double win for the Surf City Cyclery team with Gregory Romero from Del Mar taking first, and Charon Smith from Signal Hill coming in a very close second. The Men’s Pro category
finished with a four man breakaway and Australian native, Hilton Lake took the highest spot on the podium for his triumphant finish.
Samantha Schneider. She gave it everything she had and took the line first, narrowly beating Tina Pic of Bountiful, UT (pictured previous page).
For the Women’s pro race, the peloton held together until the decisive moment of Milwaukee, Wisconsian
The significance and reputation of the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix becomes quite clear with competitors from all across the United States and overseas, descending on the 3 mile course one Sunday every year in June for this professional/ amateur competition. The Manhattan Beach Grand Prix upheld its long standing reputation for assembling some of the best cycling talent on the West coast for this momentous event. We’ll see you there next year.
full photo report and results SCBICYCLIST.COM/MBGP
Visit scbicyclist.com/mbgp for a link to the Bahati racing cam located on the helmet of racer Rahsaan Bahati.
Gregory Romero of Del Mar, CA took top place in the Men’s Category 2 race, center in green.
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All proceeds benefit the local Service to the Armed Forces program Register at redcross.org/operationride
30, 50, and 100 mile routes • free t-shirt • fun-filled community after party
GREAT PARK GRAND PRIX Racing Against the Sun
full photo report and schedule SCBICYCLIST.COM/GPGP At the GPGP (GP2) cyclists display finesse, technique and determination in the weekly race held in Irvine, CA.
WEEKDAY ROAD RACING
Photos by Andres Moore BETWEEN THE PACIFIC Ocean and the Santa Ana Mountains, these bicyclists line up on Thursday evenings to tear up the former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station concrete runway. While many go home to relax or stop off for some happy hour escapes, these bicyclists chase the dream.
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A diverse mix of skills come together in an impressive show of fitness.
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INTERBIKE
Customer Appreciation Day
The largest bicycle industry trade show in North America.
SEE BEHIND THE SCENES Presented by Interbike
See through the eyes of professionals.
The Interbike Customer Appreciation Day is for retail customers who power our industry, but is open to anyone who loves bicycles. At Interbike, discover what the companies in bicycling are developing to push our sport further. With access to manufacturers of bicycles, parts, equipment, clothing, technology, nutritional supplements, and many more bicycle related products, you’ll walk away with a new found appreciation for the hard work that helps our sport evolve. Interbike is the largest bicycle trade event in North America and well worth the time spent attending. We'll see you there! Visit scbicyclist.com/ib for details and coverage.
Learn about products from the builders.
Discover the leaders of change in bicycling.
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Meet the makers of the gear you love.
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OVER THE HUMP Back For Another Year
WEEKDAY MTB FESTIVAL IRVINE LAKE, CA
Photos by Andreas Moore IN THE SHADOW of the Santa Ana Mountains, SoCal bicyclists trek to Irvine Lake after work to put tires to dirt on the off-road course that winds through the canyon foothills. For the sixth year, the OTH series has put Orange County on the map of mountain biking. Beyond the prime riding terain and wellorganized racing schedule, it is the sense of community felt throughout the event that makes the series significant. With events continuing through August 25, now is the time to go OTH. A valuable asset of the SoCal bicycling community. Check it out this week!
full photo report and schedule SCBICYCLIST.COM/OTH
Fifteen minutes from John Wayne airport, twenty minutes from the beach. MTB racing right in your backyard.
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EVENTS
COMPETITIVE You vs. the World
SUMMER END GRAND PRIX
Ontario, CA August 16, 2015 PACIFIC SUNSET VELO will be hosting the 18th annual Summer End Grand Prix. The course is 1.2 miles long with 7 turns and flat smooth pavement. With the top prize listed at $1000 cash for the hour long grand prix, the competition will be intense. Having categories for juniors, and all different bicycle skill levels, this is one of the last opportunities for crit. racing this season. Visit scbicyclist. com/segp for more info.
The Simple Green club team talking shop before their race.
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CYCLOCROSS Fall Into ‘Cross
SOCAL CYCLOCROSS
2015/2016 Prestige Series STARTING SEPTEMBER 5TH in Los Angeles, the SoCal Cross Prestige Series kicks off with its annual Super Cross Labor Day Weekend. You can fill your weekends with any of the 12 races taking place during the remainder of 2015. Stand-out events include the Monument Cross on October 31 at the Whittier Narrows Park in South El Monte and the Turkey Trot Cross on November 29 at the famous Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. And don’t forget to mark your calendar for this winter’s Santa Cross Weekend on December 12 in Vail Lake, near Temecula. We’ll be there. Visit scbicyclist.com/socalcross for more.
full cross schedule at SCBICYCLIST.COM/EVENTS
A mix of technical climbing...
SOCAL CYCLOCROSS
... and all out sprinting. Images by Samuel Parks.
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Prestige Series Sep 15 Super Cross Labor Day Weekend Sep 27 SoCalCx Season Opener Oct 03 Krosstoberfest Oct 10 peloton Cross Weekend Oct 24 Spoofy Cross Weekend Oct 31 Monument Cross Nov 07 Anza Crossing Nov 14 SLO Cross Weekend Nov 21 UCI CXLA Weekend Nov 29 Turkey Trot Cross Dec 05 Vail Lake Weekend Dec 21 Santa Cross Weekend Jan 03 Cross 2016! Jan 17 Season Finale
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GREAT PARK GRAND PRIX - Irvine, CA photo by samuel parks
EVENTS
RECREATION
No Purpose Necessary TOUR DE FAT
September 25, 2015 SPONSORED BY NEW BELGIUM Brewing Company, Tour de Fat celebrates all things bicycle and promotes bicycling as a sustainable form of transportation. On September 26, the event opens with a costumed bike parade through Golden Hill Park in San Diego. You will be accompanied by hundreds of bicyclists dressed in their most celebratory gear. After this lively and entertaining parade, make your way to the center of the park where you’ll find cold New Belgium beers, lots of music and entertainment, and plenty of friendly people and fun costumes. The festival also features the Car-For-Bike program, in which one brave role model will trade in their car keys and pledge to live car-free for one year.  The swapper will receive $2250 from New Belgium Brewing Co. to spend on a bike and accessories. Visit scbicyclist.com/tourdefat for more info.
OC GRAN FONDO
October 10, 2015 HERE FOR 2015! The OC Gran Fondo returns for another roll through the roads, creeks and trails of Orange County. There are plenty of routes to choose ranging from the full monty 100-miles, down to a 1-mile ride for the littlest bicyclists in your life. The 100-mile route takes riders through the Santa Ana Mountains with a descent down Black Star Canyon, an overall ascent of 5528 feet, and sections of dirt that add an element of challenge to the event. The race organizers have dubbed this route the Dirty 100, and we understand why. As an extra incentive, the OCGF will have a Strava Competition for the Medio Fondo and the Gran Fondo riders (details TBA). The first ride leaves at 7:30 am from the Irvine Civic Center on Saturday October 10th and the Strava Competition Awards Ceremony starts at 5:00 pm. See you all there! Visit scbicyclist.com/ocgf for more info.
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The bicycle can also be a canvas.
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RECREATION CONTINUED Help A Cause, Make New Friends
Photo by Samuel Parks
CF CYCLE FOR LIFE October 11, 2015
BICYCLISTS FROM ALL over the nation have come together to ride and raise awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Cycle for Life. This October, residents of Southern California will also be able to participate in this epic event. The ride will start at Lakeview Park adjacent to Irvine Lake and pass through picturesque terrain beginning with the hills of Santiago Canyon, through the cities of Tustin, Irvine, Mission Viejo, and then down to the ocean in Dana Point. The proceeds for this event will support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (@CF_Foundation). In 2014, CF Cycle for Life raised nearly $4 million for those affected by CF. Let’s beat last year’s record and ride for this important cause - and all the while enjoying our beautiful California sunshine by bicycle. Visit scbicyclist.com/cff for more info.
GIRO COSTA CENTRALE November 15, 2015
THE 2ND ANNUAL Giro Della Costa Centrale combines the love of bikes with Italian culture, set against the backdrop of scenic San Luis Obsipo. You will have four rides to choose from—the Piccolo Fondo being the shortest with 25 miles and the classic 100-miles on the SLO GranFondo route. If the bold task of taking on 100 miles isn’t exciting enough, they’ve also included sections from the Amgen Tour of California to the Gran Fondo, so you can ride like the professionals. After the race, participants will be treated to a gourmet Italian dinner in conjunction with the Festivale Italiano - SLO’s version of the post-race celebrations in Italy. It’s “Everything Italian” at the Festivale Italiano, which means great wine, food, music, and conversation. Additionally, the first place man and woman for each Giro Della Costa Centrale ride will receive the Giro Pink Stage Winners’ jersey. This event is the perfect reason for a bicyclist’s weekend getaway. Visit scbicyclist.com/gcc for more info.
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ULTRA LENGTH 150 Miles And More
SIX MORE EVENTS
SILVER STATE 508
THE CALIFORNIA TRIPLE CROWN is a designation for bicyclists who have finished at least three qualified Double Centuries in a calendar year.
FOUNDED IN 1983 by cyclist John Marino, who also founded the Great American Bicycle Race and the Race Across America (RAAM), the Silver State 508 is America’s premiere ultra-cycling race.
32nd Year Riding Through Furnace Creek
CTC Series Update
Each event is a tremendous undertaking, requiring intense training and planning. The routes are some of the best roads you’ll ever ride, not just in California, but in the United States. There are 6 opportunities left to secure a California Triple Crown for 2015. Make it happen, cap’n! Visit scbicyclist.com/ctc for info.
The name of the game is endurance in this 40 hour timed race based in Reno, NV that crosses Northern Nevada on HWY 50, aka “the loneliest highway in America”. With 8 stages of mountainous terrain, wide open spaces, and historical land marks along the way, you can participate in this bold challenge as a relay or solo rider. Visit scbicyclist.com/ss508 for info.
CALIFORNIA TRIPLE CROWN SERIES Date Event Elevation Gain (ft.) Organizer 9/12/15
White Mountain Double
8,500
NdZONE
9/26/15
Knoxville Fall Classic Double
12,600
Quackcyclists
10/10/15
Bass Lake Powerhouse Double
9,400
Fresno Cycling Club
10/17/15
Solvang Autumn Double
10,300
Planet Ultra
10/24/15
Oceanside Double Century
14,900
Mountain High Cycling
12/5/15
Dead of Winter Double
6,200
Register today at ocrideforaids.com!
Ride for a Reason Orange County Ride for AIDS
10.24.15 benefiting
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Now in its sixth year, the Orange County Ride for AIDS continues to build on the success of its fullysupported rides. Register now to ride in either our Century route, Metric Century route, or the 30 mile, familyand beginner-friendly Taste of OCRA route through some of Orange County’s most breathtaking scenery. Funds raised support the programs and services of AIDS Services Foundation Orange County helping men, women, and children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS in Orange County.
Start and finish at the William R. Mason Regional Park, Irvine, CA
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MOUNTAIN
Get Dirty, Ride Clean
Photo by Andreas Moore
OVER THE HUMP
Tuesdays, Thru August 25 THE SECOND HALF of the Over The Hump series will continue on Tuesdays at Irvine Lake culminating in the final on August 25. If the first half is any indication, this is going to be a experience not to be missed. More details and pictures on page 27. Full event details and photo report available at scbicyclist.com/oth
SOCAL EPIC SUMMER SERIES Thursdays, thru August 27
THE SOCAL EPIC SUMMER Series utilizes the picturesque mountains of Tonner Canyon for an “Epic” weeknight mountain bike series. The races start at 6:30 pm every Thursday and will continue to the end of August. As a participant, you will get to fly freely down an 850-acre course that is closed to the public. With its shady canopy of trees lining the trail and foliage glowing amber from the sun, the breathtaking beauty of Tonner Canyon is enough of a reason to register for this race. Visit scbicyclist.com/sess for more info.
TURN & BURN - 6 HR MTN BIKE ENDURANCE RACE October 24, 2015
THE TURN & BURN will put your endurance to the test in this 6 hour race around Bonelli Park in San Dimas for a chance to stand on the 3-person-podium at the final hour. The race on October 24 is open to bicyclists of all levels riding independently or on a team. Family and friends can bring food and blankets and enjoy a picnic with the race organizers and vendors while the competitors trek across the hills. Visit scbicyclist.com/tandb for more info.
Over The Hump - Tuesdays until Aug 25th.
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AUGUST EVENTS
“Last to Sign Up, First to Finish.” August 1
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August 4
Tour De Big Bear Century Big Bear Lake, CA 100,70,50,25 miles
MTB
Over the Hump #10 Irvine Lake, CA
SoCal Epic Summer Series #5 Tonner Canyon, CA
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August 15
August 13
MTB
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Over the Hump #9 Irvine Lake, CA
August 11 MTB
August 6
SoCal Epic Summer Series #6 Tonner Canyon, CA
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Cool Breeze Metric Double Century Ventura, CA 200,100,58 miles
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Summer End Grand Prix Ontario, CA
Rim Nordic Racing ENDURO Series Running Springs, CA
Summer End Grand Prix Ontario, CA
MTB
August 16 MTB
Rim Nordic Racing XC #3 Running Springs, CA
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MTB MOUNTAIN BIKE
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CYCLOCROSS
COMPETITIVE
GRAN FONDO
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MORE AUGUST EVENTS Beat the Heat
August 18
August 20
Over the Hump #11 Irvine Lake, CA
MTB
MTB
SoCal Epic Summer Series #7 Tonner Canyon, CA
August 22 Central Coast Classique Arroyo Grande, CA 30, 64, 100 miles
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August 23
August 25
8th Annual Bike the Bay San Diego, CA 25 miles
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7th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century Bear Valley, CA 96,64,48,28 miles
MTB
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August 27
Over the Hump Final Irvine Lake, CA
MTB
SoCal Epic Summer Series Final Tonner Canyon, CA
RIDE THE BRIDGE BIKE THE BAY August 23, 2015 San Diego, CA REGISTER @ bikethebay.net
A 25 Mile fun ride down the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge. Proceeds support local bicycling and the San Diego Bicycle Coalition. @sdbikecoalition Use the code SCBICYCLIST to save $5 off your registration!
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COMPETITIVE
GRAN FONDO
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SEPTEMBER EVENTS Finish Your Summer Off Right
September 5
CX
September 11
Super Cross L abor Day Weekend Los Angeles, CA
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September 12
Pacific Crush Paso Robles, CA about 25 miles/day
MTB
Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle MTB E xperience Carmel, CA 180 acre course
September 13
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Amtrak Century Irvine, CA 100 miles
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Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle San Simeon, CA 100, 62, 35, 15 miles
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Giro di San Diego Gran Fondo Solana Beach, CA 106,65,35 miles
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Tehachapi GranFondo Tehachapi, CA 100, 70, 50, 38, 18 miles
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Challenge Gran Fondo Chico, CA
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Bike MS: L as Vegas Presented by Interbike Las Vegan, NV 30 and 50 miles
September 19 MTB
Rim Nordic Racing ENDURO Series Final Running Springs, CA
September 19-21
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The Silver State 508 Las Vegas, NV 508 miles
September 26
September 20 MTB
Rim Nordic Racing XC Final Running Springs, CA
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California Coast Classic San Francisco, CA Los Angeles, CA 565 miles (8 days)
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Rat Beach Bike Tour Redondo Beach, CA 62, 31, 15.5 miles
September 27
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Princess Challenge Women’s Bike Ride Folsom, CA 70,50,30,12,10,5 miles
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Incycle Hammer Time! San Dimas, CA
CX
SoCal CX Season Opener Los Angeles, CA
CX
CYCLOCROSS
COMPETITIVE
GRAN FONDO
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OCTOBER EVENTS
An Excellent Month for SoCal Bicycling October 3 CF Cycle for Life San Diego, CA 62, 32 miles
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October 3, cont. Krosstoberfest Long Beach, CA
CX
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Share the Road Ride Simi Valley, CA 100, 50, 25 miles
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Tour de Camp Pendleton Century Camp Pendelton, CA 100, 75, 25, 5.5 miles
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Bike the Coast Century Oceanside, CA 100, 50, 25, 15, 7 miles
October 10
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OC Gran Fondo Orange County, CA 103, 74, 37, 10 miles
October 10, cont. Peloton Cross Weekend Ventura, CA
CX
October 10-11
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October 11, cont. Glendora XC Grind Glendora, CA
MTB
October 11
Bike MS: Coastal Challenge Santa Monica, CA to Santa Barbara, CA 100, 60, 50, 30 miles
MTB
CF Cycle for Life Irvine, CA 75,35 miles
October 17
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Solvang’s Finest Century and Double Solvang, CA 195, 100, 62 miles
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El Grande Fondo de Los Angeles Crest Los Angeles, CA 100, 62, 30 miles
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Santa Barbara Century Santa Barbara, CA 100, 62, 34 miles
October 17, cont. Spooktacular Century Bakersfield, CA 100, 90, 62, 40, 20 miles
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CX
CYCLOCROSS
COMPETITIVE
GRAN FONDO
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MORE OCTOBER EVENTS Find Your Ride
October 17-18
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October 18
Bike MS: Bay to Bay Tour Irvine, CA 150, 125, 100, 25 miles
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October 23
Tour de Cove La Jolla, CA
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Patriot Ride for our Heroes Century La Quinta, CA 100, 50, 25, 10, 5 miles
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Victor Valley Bicycle Tour Hesperia, CA 100, 50, 25, 10 miles
October 24
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Oceanside Double Century Oceanside, CA 193 miles
MTB
Turn & Burn San Dimas, CA
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October 24, cont.
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Orange County Ride for AIDS 100, 62, 30 miles Irvine, CA
October 25
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Night Predator Race Fontana, CA
CX
Spooky Cross Weekend Irvine Lake, CA
October 31
October 30
Bike 4 Mike Del Mar, CA 50, 25, 15 miles
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California Dream Ride 265 miles Santa Barbara, CA toSan Diego, CA cadreamride.org
CX
CYCLOCROSS
CX
Monument Cross Los Angeles, CA
COMPETITIVE
GRAN FONDO
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NOVEMBER AND BEYOND Early Birds Apply Here
November 1
November 7
Fat Tire Classic Walnut, CA
MTB
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12 Hours of Temecula #3 Temecula, CA
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November 7, cont. Anza Crossing Riverside, CA
CX
November 14
CX
November 15
SLO Cross Weekend San Luis Obispo, CA
November 15, cont. November 21 Giro Della Costa Centrale San Luis Obispo, CA 100, 61, 50, 25 miles
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November 29
UCI CXLA Weekend Los Angeles, CA
Vail L ake Weekend Temecula, CA
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Santa Cross Weekend Woodland Hills, CA
SoCal CX Season Finale Los Angeles, CA
June 5-11 2016
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24th Annual Southridge Challenge Fontana, CA
January 17 2016
Cross 2016 Los Angeles, CA
MTB
December 12
January 3 2016
CX
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SOCAL ENDURO Series Final Temecula, CA
November 21-22
December 5
Turkey Trot Cross Glendale, CA
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Operation: Ride for the Red American Red Cross Ventura, CA 100, 50, 30 miles
CX
CYCLOCROSS
COMPETITIVE
AIDS/LifeCycle San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA 545 miles
GRAN FONDO
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Club Name Type Activity Contact Bike Buddies Recreation Road bikebuddies.org Blind Stokers Club (BSC) Race/Recreation/Tour Road & Track blindstokersclub.org Celo Pacific Race Road celopacific.org Coachella Valley Bomb MTB/Recreation Off Road bombinternational.com Major Taylor Cycling Club of San Diego Recreation Road mtccsd.com Moonlight Velo Recreation/Race Road & Off Road membership@moonlightvelo.org Mountain Bike Assistance Unit Volunteer Off Road cuyamacasp.org North County Cruisers Recreation Road northcountycruisers.org North County Cycle Club Tour Road & Off Road northcountycycleclub.com Rainbow Cyclists (LGBT) Ramona Fun Riders Ranchos Cycling Club Recyclers (Open to all ages) Ride to Remember Ride with Javi Rusty Recyclers (65+) San Diego Bicycle Club San Diego Bicycle Coalition
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“The poetry of the earth is never dead.” - John Keats
Brainchild of Aylee Rhodes and Kriegh Hampel, Steelhead Stella is a brilliant display of advocacy through art.
ADVOCACY THROUGH ART Photos by Samuel Parks
STEELHEAD STELLA is an artful and poignant reminder of man’s profound effect on the Los Angeles River ecosystem. The bicycle-powered mobile art installation is the brainchild of Aylee Rhodes and Kriegh Hampel, two friends who were inspired by their experience at the 2014 Los Angeles River Clean Up. Soon after the event, they learned about the sea-life that flourished in the LA basin less then 100 years ago - a native population
of southern steelhead salmon. With that knowledge as inspiration, they spent the next 14 months with friends and bicyclists alike to build the 35-foot long sculpture, using little money, but long volunteer hours. Nearly all the material used to build the steelhead was from waste collected from the river. The sculpture made an appearance during the Los Angeles River Ride on June 28, 2015. It caught the attention of all the attendants who surrounded the piece, studying the trail of trash that man has left behind. Visit scbicyclist.com/stella for more photos.
The result of a public unconcerned with the ecological impact of their actions.
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