LA Firecracker Bike Marshal Ride & Tag Along 20/42 miles

Start off the year with your choice of 3 scenic bike rides. 20 & 42 miles and Relaxed or Moderately Paced. Something for everyone.

20 Mile Easy Out & Back to Griffith Park along the LA River Bike Path - 90% on Bike Path https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38214282

If you have joined us in a previous ride, the revised 42 mile has some minor changes to improve rider safety.

42 Mile Moderately Paced 14-16 mph ride through the LA River, Glendale, Eagle Rock, Pasadena, Altadena, San Marino, South Pasadena, El Sereno and Lincoln Heights. This is a mix of bike path, bike lanes and urban streets. You are going to see a huge spectrum of neighborhoods from tent camps to multimillion dollar mansions. This is a fantastic way to experience the sights, smells and diversity of Los Angeles County on 2 wheels. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38215432 - Rev 1/5/22

42 Mile Version of the above at a more relaxed paced with average speed of 11-12 mph. We will do our best to make the relaxed version a no drop ride; regrouping at turns.

If you select the 42 mile route we ask that you have ridden at least 30-35 miles in the past.

Background

This ride was originally organized for Bike Marshals who are interesting in assisting other cyclists during the 2022 L.A. Firecracker Bike Ride.

Tag Along

If you just want to ride and join a group of helpful and friendly cyclists, you are welcome to tag along with the Bike Marshals and preview the 2022 Firecracker Bike courses.

You can also sign up for the main event - 2022 Firecracker Bike Ride https://firecracker10k.org/bike#content Message us for a free discount code.

Ride Info

This is a self supported ride but there will be cyclists to assist you along the entire route. Snacks and refreshments will be provided at the start but you need to carry sufficient drinks and snacks for the entire ride. Stop 1 & 3 have drinking fountains and restrooms. Make sure your bike is in good working condition; in the event of a serious mechanical breakdown be prepared to phone a friend or Uber. Helmets are mandatory and bring a spare innertube in case of flats.

We anticipate 20-30 Ride Marshals of varying levels of fitness/speed in addition to signups from meetup. You can choose which route and cluster to ride with. There is no formal SAG support but riders will sweep the course.

Rest Stops / Restrooms

Restrooms inside the Los Angeles State Park (Opens at 8:00 am). Porta Potties at Rest Stop 1 in Griffith Park and Restrooms at Victory Park (Rest Stop 3)

There are 3 informal/unsupported rest stops for riders to regroup and take a snack break. Pecan Grove in Griffith Park, Firefighters First Credit Union (Just a parking lot) and Victory Park in Pasadena,

Ride Time

The duration of the ride will vary depending on the route selected (20 or 42 miles). The 20 mile will take about 2 hours. Allow 4-5 hours for the 42 miles.

Meet at 7:45 am and we will roll at 8:15 am.

Parking: Free Parking along N Spring St and adjacent side streets - Some sections have 2 hour limit (check signs). Paid parking inside the State Park.

Direct access via Metro Gold Line Chinatown Train Station

Ebike? - OK if it is Class 1 or 3 and you keep a pace consistent with the group.

Guests? - OK - Bring them along or better yet have them sign up.

Questions? - Post in the comments section.

Video Clip/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QsAeIWZPdI

Check back for updates before the event date. Edit your RSVP if you are unable to attend. Rain will cancel event.