Newcomer Bike Ride -- Hooray for Hollywood & Hills

Newcomer Rides are no-drop, recreational-paced rides of around 20 miles to introduce riders to new sights around town or to investigate "old" sights in more detail. The rides start in different locations and we consider them successful if every rider can report that at least one destination is new to him or her!
This month's west side ride begins and ends at The Culver Steps, the epicenter of the city reimagining itself as a destination for work, dining, and commerce. The local streets are being reconfigured with one lane each for cars, buses, and bikes to encourage green transportation methods.

The beginners route will tour a few Hollywood sights on the way to Sunset Plaza turnaround. It will be about 17 miles with 500 feet of climbing.

The full route will be 28 miles and 2,000 ft of climbing - We did say there will be hills.

Short Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39235480

Long Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39184915

Cue Sheets:
http://www.bfk.com/wheelmen/sunset_plaza__nichols_canyon.pdf
http://www.bfk.com/wheelmen/hollywood_and_highland_beginner_ride.pdf

The basic and extended rides will be led by volunteers from the Los Angeles Wheelmen Cycling Southern California since 1945.

Plan to spend extra time on this ride than if you were riding alone because we will not drop any riders and delays may be encountered due to mechanical problems or flat tires.

Check back for more details as the routes are developed and and we test ride the routes

Requirements:

Helmets are mandatory. Make sure your bike is in good operating condition and bring at least one spare inner tube.

This is a self supported ride – there is no SAG. In case of a major mechanical breakdown, plan on calling an Uber or phone a friend.

Bring sufficient liquids/hydration and snacks/energy bar/gels…etc for a 10/30 mile ride).

Parking - There is paid parking at the Culver Steps Plaza but you can save a few bucks with free parking along nearby adjacent streets including Venice Blvd. Give yourself a few extra minutes and read the street signs.

Other Details

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.
Rain or Excessive Heat Advisory Cancels

Weather Forecast - https://www.timeanddate.com/weather/usa/hollywood/ext

Waiver - http://www.bfk.com/wheelmen/wheelmenwaiver.pdf

Sign up to this event constitute participant's agreement to release all liability against organizers/host/sponsors of this event.

Questions? - Post in the comments section.