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Super interested in this route. Wondering how feasible either route would be on a gravel bike with 50mm tires. Hard I'm sure but is it just crazy? For reference I've done the Big Bear Loop route from the site on the same setup and would say it was very close to my limit for a 1 day ride fully loaded with gear but I have no regrets doing it. A proper MTB is on my wishlist but not sure I'll pull the trigger by the spring.
BTW It looks like the route links were removed from the site BTW, not sure if it is intentional
BTW It looks like the route links were removed from the site BTW, not sure if it is intentional
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EC. I'm set for a good outing with some pieces of the loop. I talked to a very nice guy at Rancho Oso who welcomed me to well water from their spigots. Now I have a question about water at Ozena Fire Station near the intersection of Hwy 33 and Lockwood Valley Rd. Is there water there? Do I need permission to access it?
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Erin, what does "The 2022 routes could be similar or quite different!" Come on now be nice!
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Several riders have completed both routes on a rigid bike, I don't think anyone has used a gravel bike, but it would not be impossible.
Last years routes on on the website for planning purposes.
Last time I checked (July of this year) the public water spigot right at the trailhead at Ozena Firestation was working. But if it is not working, there is a wood box against the first building with a working spigot in it (you have to look for it, it is not very obvious). If you see a firefighter, you should ask permission to use that spigot.
2022 routes could be similar or quite different, depending on how much more scouting can be done between now and April!
Last years routes on on the website for planning purposes.
Last time I checked (July of this year) the public water spigot right at the trailhead at Ozena Firestation was working. But if it is not working, there is a wood box against the first building with a working spigot in it (you have to look for it, it is not very obvious). If you see a firefighter, you should ask permission to use that spigot.
2022 routes could be similar or quite different, depending on how much more scouting can be done between now and April!
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A buddy of mine has explored most of that whole area on his SC Stigmata, 650x47 or 50 something. It's definitely gravel bike territory.
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Erin, if I remember correctly, to register we simply need to join this thread? Either way, I’m in again and plan to show up on time with my tracker working😜. I also plan on getting some sleep the night before our departure, riding a faster pace and pushing through some more dark hours. Chorro Grande? Thanks. -Braden
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Erin, I am dying to know if your route has taken any new twist.
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I rode SC trail in May of last year and it’s riding pretty nice! Sage and lpfa did a great job bringing that trail back to life. It’s not the same trail it was back in 2015, the lower section has been partially rerouted, and there is the shale slide area upper midway, but that section always required some hiking, even before the Rey Fire.
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It looks like we have a new route for this year! HUGE PROPS to Brian and Janet from Atascadero for their great scoutings throughout the Northern Los Padres. This would not be happening without all the hours they put into this! Topher and I checked out some other areas over the past 2 weekends as well, and so far everything is a thumbs up. Its been a team effort putting this together. There are still some small segments that need to be scouted, but below is a draft version of what the route will look like. Do I wish there was more dirt? Yes, but its about the same statistics as last years proper route, which is 60% dirt/ 40% paved. Starting at Arroyo Seco Campground (near Greenfield) and ending in Santa Barbara. If you are lucky, you just might get chased by a bear and an elephant seal on the same trip!
Also, JR.Sulky will be taking over the tour route this year, so hopefully he will have some updates to share soon on that route.
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Wow! this is exciting! I cant believe its all the way up to Big Sur!
WOW! This new route looks amazing! Great work!
I am going to have to ITT this year (friend decided to ruin my plans and plan his wedding on the 9th..
) and will be missing out on all the group fun.
Gonna try to go check out some of the northern sections in the next few weeks.
I am going to have to ITT this year (friend decided to ruin my plans and plan his wedding on the 9th..
) and will be missing out on all the group fun.Gonna try to go check out some of the northern sections in the next few weeks.
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