Registration Form/Waiver
85 mi per day with all the hills or 65 mi per day with fewer hills
REGISTER NOW!!! A MINIMUM OF 35 RIDERS IS NEEDED FOR THIS EVENT!
If there are not at least 35 paid pre-registered riders by April 15th,
THE RIDE WILL HAVE TO BE CANCELLED.
Join us for the spectacular scenery and challenging hills of the Salt River
Canyon. With over 8500 ft of climb on the 1st day, this ride is for strong,
experienced riders.
OPTIONS:
Choose the full 85 scenic hilly miles (90 if you stay at the campground), or a
reduced 65-mile easier course. The full course takes you from the mining town of
Globe up through desert vistas into pine trees, and the open vistas of the rocky
canyon. The shorter version includes a 20-mile shuttle to eliminate about 3000
feet of climbing out of Globe on the first day. Both options include the curvy
steep descent to the bottom of the canyon, climbing up and up on the other side,
a downhill to Carrizo Creek and the final rolling climb in the pine trees into
Show Low.
On the 2nd day, the course may be shortened by a shuttle to Carrizo Canyon, or
shorter-version cyclists can tackle the full 85 miles and 5000 feet of climbing.
If you want to ride the shorter version with fewer hills, but still a good
"scenic" workout, contact Carolyn Audilet, (520) 834-3801 or caudilet@cox.net to
reserve your seat. Seating is limited.
STARTING PLACE & TIME:
Meet in Globe between 6:30 and 7 AM on Saturday morning at the Gila County
Courthouse at 1400 E. Ash Street, just east of Jack in the Box. Load your duffle
bag in the baggage vehicle and pick up your map & ride instructions. Start
riding as soon as you're ready, no later than 7 AM! Baggage van will depart by
7:15 AM.
SAG SUPPORT:
SAG #1 will be 20 mi into the ride. This portion of the ride includes gradual
climbing.
SAG #2 at the top of Salt River Canyon (40 miles into the ride), will provide
lunch.
SAG #3 is be located 20 miles further at the Chevron station, Carrizo Junction.
It is important to re-hydrate yourself at each sag stop, even if you don't feel
thirsty. Consumption of enough calories over the course of the day will help you
feel strong until you reach your destination.
Ride Fee: Pre-registered Riders: GABA/ABC members: $85; Non-members: $100.
DAY OF EVENT Riders: GABA/ABC members: $100; Non-members: $115.
Fee includes camping at Fool's Hollow State Pk in Show Low; baggage transport; 3
sag stops each day; sag vehicles on the route; maps & riders instructions.
Helmets are mandatory.
RIDE LEADERS: Scott & Carolyn Audilet, (520) 834-3801 or caudilet@cox.net. Rest
stop and sag vehicle volunteers are needed. Earn GABA bucks toward ride entry or
other items! Contact Carolyn if you or your friends and family want to help.
SALT RIVER BIKE TOUR MOTEL LIST
In Globe: In Show Low:
El Rey: (928) 425-4427; Sleep Inn: (928)532-7323 Pool Spa brkfst Economy Inn:
(928) 425-5736; Kiva: (928) 537-4542. Jacuzzi;
El Rancho Motel: (928) 425-5757; Best Western Paint Pony: (928) 537-5773;
Motel 6: (928) 425-5741; Days Inn: (928) 537-4356;
Comfort Inn: (928) 425-7575; Motel 6: (928) 537-7694;
Super 8: (928) 425-7124; Holiday Inn: (928) 537-5115;
Days Inn: (928) 425-5500; Thunderbird : (928) 537-4391.
Travelodge: (928) 425-7008.