Bear Valley Adventure Sport Festival
 

On August 29th, 2009 four scenic and challenging rides will be held in the greater Central Sierra Nevada region of Bear Valley, also know as the "California Alps". All rides begin and end at one centralized location in Bear Valley so a diverse group of cyclists can test their skills and enjoy a day of High Sierra riding.

Bear Valley is located at 7,000 feet along scenic Highway 4. All rides boast stunning views, challenging terrain and strategic rest stations so you can focus and enjoy the ride.

LIMITED
SPECIAL
1st 100 Ebbetts Pass Century registrations are automatically entered into the 2010 Death Ride. Death Ride
Bear Valley Road Cycling
 

 

3rd Annual Ebbetts Pass Century

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This demanding route begins and ends in the scenic alpine village of Bear Valley at 7000 feet. Participants will experience some of the best cycling in the Sierra Nevada with breath taking vista, grand climbs and exhilarating descents. Strategic support stations keep riders hydrated and fed. SAG support will be poised at the bottom of the"24% Pacific Grade" at mile 83! AT the end of the ride everybody is welcome to a tasty barbeque. So if you think you got what it takes, come participate in the Ebbetts Pass Century and navigate your bike through the California Alps!

LIMITED
SPECIAL
1st 100 Ebbetts Pass Century registrations are automatically entered into the 2010 Death Ride. Death Ride

Ride Length: 101 miles
Elevation Gain/Lost: 12,800 feet
Meeting Location: Bear Valley Adventure Company
Starting Times: 7 - 8 AM
Prices:

$60 / $65 (after July 15th)

Online Registration Contact us with any questions

Course Profile & Map: Map #1Map #2Profile

Bear Valley Road Cycling

"It was a great ride. I really enjoyed myself. The support stations were great. The folks there were friendly and supportive." (Thomas Clifford - 2007)

"The route was fantastic, support was well placed and staffed with very friendly volunteers. Directions for ride were very clear and hazards well communicated. A great sierra weekend!" (Doug Richardson - 2008)

 

Bear Valley Metric Century - New Course in 2009!

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We have altered this years course to take advantage of the best terrain of the Ebbetts Pass Century including Spicer Reservoir, Lake Alpine and Ebbetts Pass including the memorable 24% "Pacific Grade" at mile 52! . SAG support will be present at the bottom"Pacific Grade" to shuttle tired riders up to Mosquito Lakes so they can get back to Bear Valley. This is a demanding ride which packs a lot of punch at altitudes up to 8700 feet. So if want a challenge without all the miles, this is a ride for you.

Ride Length: 64 miles
Elevation Gain/Lost: 7900 feet
Meeting Location: Bear Valley Adventure Company
Starting Times: 7 - 8 AM
Prices:

$50 / $55 (after July 15th)

Online Registration Contact us with any questions

Metric Century

New course map & profile coming soon

 

 

Bear Valley Half Century - New in 2009!

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This ride follows the Metric Century but excludes Ebbetts Pass and the 24% "Pacific Grade". However this ride is no push-over with nearly 5000 feet of climbing in 50 miles between the elevations of 6200 and 8000 feet. This is a great training ride and introduction to High Sierra cycling

Ride Length: 48 miles
Elevation Gain/Lost: 4950 feet
Meeting Location: Bear Valley Adventure Company
Starting Times: 7 - 9 AM
Prices:

$40 / $45 (after July 15th)

Online Registration Contact us with any questions

Course map & profile coming soon

Metric Century

 

Stanislaus Quarter Century - New in 2009!

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This is an ideal training ride and introduction to High Sierra cycling. Enjoy smooth descents and steady climbs through the Stanislaus River drainage in a super scenic setting with a support station right in the middle on the shores of the Spicer Reservoir. Enjoy a day of cycling in the California Alps!

Ride Length: 28 miles
Elevation Gain/Lost: 3400 feet
Meeting Location: Bear Valley Adventure Company
Starting Times: 7 - 9 AM
Prices:

$35 / $40 (after July 15th)

Online Registration Contact us with any questions

Metric Century

Course map & profile coming soon

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