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Steinbeck Watershed Country
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Steinbeck Watershed Century
Saturday, April 19, 2003
Carmel Valley Village
Ride the Beautiful Watersheds of
John Steinbeck’s Monterey County!
(Supporting the Carmel River Watershed Conservancy)
Sponsored by
and
Climb and Descend Through the Scenic Carmel River Watershed: Rides for the Entire Family!
100 mile; 62 Mile; 40 Mile; 20 mile
5 rest stops; sag wagons; technical support
Post Ride Party and BBQ
Supported by the Velo Club Monterey
Fees before 4 April: 100 mile, $40; 62 Mile, $35; 40mile, $25; 20 mile, $20
For additional information:
Information on the 2004 Steinbeck Century visit What's New
Carmel River Watershed Conservancy
and the Velo Club Monterey, presented the
Steinbeck Watershed Century
April 19th 2003
Ride Steinbeck’s Watersheds !
The fabulous Monterey Loop is back as the Steinbeck Watershed Century! Ride the land that John Steinbeck made famous while supporting the Carmel River Watershed Conservancy, a community based organization dedicated to protecting the natural resources of the beautiful Carmel River.
The Rides!
All rides start and finish in Carmel Valley Village. The shorter rides will stay mainly within the beautiful Carmel River watershed, while the Century climbs out of the valley and then climbs again through Steinbeck’s Pastures of Heaven. The route follows the historic path of Juan Bautista de Anza on his way to settle Monterey, through Monterey’s acclaimed wine corridor along the Salinas River. A rest stop at the historic Mission Soledad leads to the rolling hills and incredible early season wildflowers along the Arroyo Seco River. Another rest stop at the rivers edge will fuel you for a substantial climb through fields bursting with Lupine and Poppies to a spectacular view of the Ventanna Wilderness and re-entry into the Carmel River Watershed. Then, a wonderful 20 miles downhill (well, mostly) to the finish back in the Village. The Century has about 6000 feet of climbing. The Metric Century also has significant climbs totaling about 5000 ft. , while the 40 mile ride climbs about 2600 ft., and the 20 mile ride climbs only 600 ft.
Ride Support
The Steinbeck Watershed Century is a fully supported bicycle tour with technical, SAG and communications support. It has fully stocked and staffed Rest Stops with food and beverages selected by riders for riders. Local businesses will provide fresh fruit, great carbos, water, energy drinks, and other good stuff to fuel the hungry cyclist. A post-ride BBQ and party will complete the day.
Rules, Etc.
All bicyclists must obey the rules of the road governing bicycling in the state of California.
Some portions of the route are narrow and winding, and cyclists must share the road with and not unduly impede the flow of motor vehicles, staying on the right and riding single file, stopping at stop signs and traffic signals as required by law.
Wearing approved helmets is required of all participants.
The route will be marked and all participants will be provided with maps of the course.
Directions to Start
All rides start and end in Carmel Valley Village Park, 12 miles upstream on Carmel Valley Rd. from it’s intersection with Highway 1. From Highway 68 between Monterey and Salinas, take Laureles Grade Rd. over the mountains to the Carmel Valley Rd. intersection, turn left, and go 2 miles into the Village. Signs in the Village will point the way to the start.
Ride Specifics
Registration fee includes:
SAG Bandana Map
rest stop food/drink Great Climbs
Fun Downhills Wildflowers
Spectacular Views Vineyards
Post ride BBQ Party at the finish!
The ride will take place rain or shine!
The Century course opens at 8:00 a.m.
The Metric Century opens at 9:00 a.m.
The 40 Mile course opens at 10:00 a.m.
The 20 Mile course opens at 10:00 a.m.
All courses close at 6:00 p.m.
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