Mandeville Canyon Bike Ride & Free Bagels (e-bike OK)
Details
Mandeville Canyon is a "bucket list" climb on the longest paved dead end road in Los Angeles for LA cyclists. This will be a social ride at a relaxed pace. Neither easy, nor hard this route route has 1,600 ft of climbing and 24 miles. This ride is rated for intermediate to advanced riders due to the distance and climb. e-bikes will have no problem with this ride regardless of fitness level.
Because the Canyon road is a dead end, the traffic is not usually a problem even though there are no bike lanes. The route is all about the climb. The climb isn't steep until the very end, and the downhill return isn't crazy fast. Climb as much as you feel comfortable. Everyone has to retrace the route on the way down. We will regroup as needed to keep everyone together.
goodr Sunglasses is hosting this ride and will be providing participants with free Bagels and refreshments. There will also be cyclists from Los Angeles Firecracker and Los Angeles Wheelmen to provide rider support. This meetup is cross posted on multiple groups so we expect a large turnout.
Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/2930591419637725112
Start Location: goodr Cabana on Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Weather Forecast - It should be a nice day to ride. (click for forecast)
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 the ride length and temperature.
Ebike? - OK if it is Class 1 or 3 and you keep a pace consistent with the group.
Parking - Parking in Venice can be scarce and/or expensive. We have a feeder ride starting from a free parking lot at Dock 52 in Marina Del Rey 2 miles from the start. Departing around 8:20 am it will take 10-15 minutes along a bike lane to join the main group in Venice.
The main ride will roll at 9:00 am
Restrooms - There are public restrooms along the route. If you are starting from Marina Del Rey, there are public restrooms at the entrance to the boat launch area.
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