A rainout looks likely for the Sunday Weekend Endurance ride, but weather permitting we’ll hop on the Parks and Paths loops. The route heads West and South for a tour of the LA area’s Mayberry (aka Montrose), Burbank hills, Griffith Park and its Observatory, two bike paths, and a segment of old Route 66. Riders can stop at Spoke Café or La Colombe on the LA River path for coffee/pastries. The final leg takes us through scenic Pasadena neighborhoods with mild climbs to the finish.
<<Route details>>
Route for download to bike computer: W.E. Ride Parks, Paths, & Historic Route 66 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41299433
Starting location: Descanso Gardens, street parking (or feel free to join along the route), 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Start time: 8:00am
Distance: 52 miles
Elevation gain: 3,239 ft
Coffee stop: Spoke Bicycle Café or La Colombe (both near each other on the LA River bike path) https://goo.gl/maps/DLbhrignByANCPLx6
Group A,B Ride leader: Ben Atwater
Group C Ride leader: Randy Head
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is an informal self-supported ride and not an official PAA sponsored ride. Neither PAA, the ride leaders, nor the route creators should be held responsible for any accident or injury that may occur during the ride. Please ride safely.