Join us on Sat, Dec 3 for an 8:00 am ride rolling from the Santa Fe Valley Trailhead (the parking lot below the fruit stand on Del Dios). There is limited parking so riding to the start is also a great option. The plan is ~3ish hours and we’ll hit Hodges, out to Raptor, then back on Highland Valley Trail to Hodges again for the return trip home. Route details will be posted here when available. We’ll hang in the parking lot after as well with drinks and snacks.
Dec 3 Gravel Route
EQUIPMENT
With a diversity of road and dirt surfaces the optimal bike for Gravelstoke rides are a gravel or cross bike with tires at least 38mm in width. Tubeless tires are highly recommended. Please ride completely self-sufficient with a hand pump, CO2 cartridges, extra tubes and other appropriate trailside repair gear.
SELF-SUPPORTED
This is a self-supported ride, with no SAG wagon or aid stations. Routes are not marked and you are 100% responsible for yourself, your mechanicals, your food/water resupplies, and your retrieval off route (in case of emergency).
TRAIL ETIQUETTE
Please help us keep our trails safe and enjoyable for all. Whenever passing hikers, equestrians or other riders be prepared to slow down, say hi and pass in a safe and friendly manner. Always stay on designated trails and never ride dirt in wet or muddy conditions. Find more information on trail etiquette here.
A recap of a recent visit to Los Angeles where we climbed to Josephine Peak with Gravel Bike California. Gallery and gravel route included.