Tombstone Shootout & Lunch B/3/47

Ride Description:
This ride takes us from Sierra Vista to the San Pedro River, and to Tombstone where we plan to stop for coffee, lunch, and pie. The scenery is off the charts. It includes views of the lush San Pedro River and the mountains surrounding Tombstone.

We will spend about and hour in Tombstone so you will have time to stroll along historic Freemont Street and grab some lunch at one of the many eateries.

This ride is not for inexperienced riders as there are no support services for 30 miles along our route.

Departing from Sierra Vista we will enjoy a long gradual descent to the lush San Pedro River before beginning a nine mile climb out of the valley to nearly 5,000 ft elevation. The next nine miles to Tombstone are mostly downhill.

Our return to Sierra Vista will take us 17 miles along twisty, winding, & exhilarating S. Charlston Rd. We will descend about 9 miles to the San Pedro River, and then finish with an 8-mile climb back to Sierra Vista.

Additonal Notes:
Ride Type: Training
Pace: Final rolling average 17 mph, Rolling speeds can be higher.
Terrain: Mountainous, long climbs and descents to/from San Pedro.
Total Elevation Gain: 2,100 ft.
Traffic: Rts 90 with breakdown lane. Rt 80 with shoulder. Vehicle speed can be 60 mph. Traffic on Charlston Rd tends to be light. but there is no bike lane.
Start Time: Arrive by 8:45 AM for sign-in and route rap. Wheels rolling by 9:00 AM. sharp
Tools: Bring and extra tube and means to inflate it.
Weather: check before leaving for Tombstone. The weather can be dramatically different from Tucson.

Route: Tombstone Route
We ask everyone to be responsible for their own navigation!

Ride Coordinator: Dave McElwaine @ (781) 367-8643. If you are running late, give me a call.

Participation rules:
Your GABA membership should be current. If you are not a member, please consider joining at www.bikegaba.org. Front and back flashing lights are encouraged. Helmets must be worn at all times while riding. No ear buds. Please obey traffic laws and represent GABA well.

Ride Codes:
• A 20+ mph
• B+ 18-20 mph
• B 16-18 mph

Terrain Codes:
• 1 Flat
• 2 Minor Hills
• 3 Moderate Hills
• 4 Long Climbs or Very Steep