[6] 🔴 ADVANCED RIDE: ➡️ Up to Paulina Summit - Loop 🚵‍♂️🌋

🔴 ADVANCED RIDE: ➡️ Up to Paulina Summit - Loop 🚵‍♂️🌋
🕘 9:00 AM meetup, wheels rolling by 9:30 AM
📍 Meetup Location: Paulina Lake Road Pullout (Ten Mile Sno-Park)
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We'll tackle a spectacular loop climbing up to the Paulina Peak area — one of Central Oregon’s most dramatic viewpoints. This gravel + paved loop is for experienced riders who love long climbs, sweeping views, and a bit of rugged adventure.
✅ Paved + unpaved combo (gravel-friendly tires required)
✅ Massive views over Newberry Crater, Paulina Lake & obsidian flows
✅ Quiet forest roads and epic switchbacks

When: 📆 Saturday, June 21, 2025

• Snow is fully melted on Paulina Lake Road and surrounding trails
• Trails are dry and not muddy
• Temps are at least 55–65°F at elevation
• No rain in the forecast

🕘 9:45 AM meetup, wheels rolling by 10:00 AM
This gives time for the sun to warm things up and avoids icy morning temps.

Meetup Location: Paulina Lake Road Pullout (Ten Mile Sno-Park)
📏 Distance: 14.6 miles
⛰️ Elevation Gain: 2,372 ft
⏱️ Estimated Duration: ~2 hours
🔗 Surface: 53% paved (7.7 mi) | 47% unpaved (6.9 mi)

⚡ What You Will Need ⚡

• Fully charged e-bike (Class 1 or 3) – 750Wh or larger battery recommended
• Gravel or MTB tires (some steep unpaved sections)
• Helmet (required)
• Water, snacks, layers (temps can drop above 7,000 ft)

🎯 Who’s this ride for?
Riders with strong fitness, solid bike handling skills, and experience with steep climbs and mixed surfaces.
If you're looking for a high-effort, high-reward ride with unforgettable views and minimal traffic — this is it.

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🔴 Why Advanced?
Even with an e-bike, this ride earns its advanced rating due to the relentless 2,372 ft climb, steep 10.8% average grade, elevation gain above 7,900 ft, and the need for sure-footed riding on rough surfaces. Battery planning, braking confidence, and overall endurance are essential.