About This Event
Interested in a buffet of bike rides? We are featuring your choice of 3 scenic rides:
20 Mile Easy Out & Back to Griffith Park along the LA River Bike Path - 90% on Bike Path https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38002922
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. When we say buffet, it means 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/38148835 (Revised 12/8)
42 Mile Version of the above at a more relaxed paced with average moving speed of 12 mph. We will do our best to make this 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.
42 Mile Cue Sheet: http://www.bfk.com/wheelmen/la_firecracker_40_2_4.pdf
42 Mile Map: http://www.bfk.com/wheelmen/la_firecracker_40_2_4_map.pdf
Background
This ride is originally organized for riders who are interesting in assisting other cyclists during the 2022 L.A. Firecracker Bike Ride. https://firecracker10k.org/bike#content
If you are interested in volunteering sign up at: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/Volunteer/CA/LosAngeles/LAChinatownFirecracker
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.
If you have signed up for the Firecracker virtual ride, you can also join us and get your qualifying miles. https://firecracker10k.org/bike#content Message us for a discount code.
Ride Info
This is a self supported ride but there will be plenty of 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. 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. You can choose which route and cluster to ride with. There is no formal SAG support but riders will sweep the course to assist anyone who encounters issues.
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. 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.
Please note event time has been updated. Meet at 7:30 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.
