4th Annual 4th of July Free Tacos - Bike Ride (e-bike OK)

Fun ride to a classic mountain route GMR - Glendora Mountain Rd which will be closed to cars on the 4th. Starting in Arcadia there are a couple shorter options to the GMR gate or Encanto Park. Free Tacos & beverages provided by UBG at 11:30am when you finish.

This is one of the most scenic mountain rides in the So Calif area and is on many serious cyclist's bucket list (see the linked video). Join us with your road, gravel, XC, MTB, or e-bike. Everyone is welcomed.

Host: Unchained Bike Garage
341 E Foothill Blvd, Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 239-6622
https://www.facebook.com/unchainedbicyclegarage

There will also be an opportunity to win prizes and support the Boys & Girls Club of the foothills:

-A Free Facial from Comprehensive Dermatology Pasadena
https://www.compdermcenter.com/
-Race Entries to;
Mammoth Gran Fondo, Tour de Big Bear, Tour de Palm Springs, Gravel and Wine,
-UBG Tune Up Package
-Swag Packs from SRAM, Fidlock, Bonk Breakers
-Teravail Mountain Bike Tires
-Coffee from Bevel Coffee, a curator and roaster coffee
-Local Restaurants
-Goodr Sunglasses
-Fitter Sock Bundle
-Fitter "United We Roll Cycling Jersey"

Short Route
Distance: 18 miles. Elevation: <500 ft
Map: Will follow the full route (see below) but return before the climb

Full Route
Distance: 43 miles. Elevation: @3,700 ft
Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47303564?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0nLFXZJNM-26sGJbuf243eejzvKaYFdDB51iMaqsonN34c7Jb0IODpYOc_aem_kzvwleskKQ4kZJrwCwJTUw

Weather Forecast: https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/duarte/91010/weather-forecast/332105?city=duarte

Restrooms: Available at the shop & Encanto Park.

Notes:

• This is a cross post and you can sign up on any meetup
• e-bike OK
• Self Supported Ride - bring a spare tube or sealant + inflator There is no SAG. In case of a major mechanical breakdown, plan on calling an Uber or phone a friend. Bring plenty of fluids and snacks for the length of the selected ride and weather conditions. Water is available at Encanto Park.
• Sign up to this event constitute participant's agreement to release all liability against organizers/host/sponsors of this event.