LOGISTICS
You are responsible for securing your lodging for the event. We have contacted the HOST Hotel in Davis and the Gold Pan Lodge in Quincy and they know you will be calling. If you wish to stay somewhere else, that's cool, but know that check-in and bag drop will be at the above hotels only.
All events will start and end at the Host Hotel in Davis.
600k riders will end Day 1 in Quincy and then return to Davis.
1000k riders will end Day 1 & 2 in Quincy and then return to Davis.
1200k riders will end Day 1, 2 & 3 in Quincy and then return to Davis.
Bike Check: MAy 31st
Yes! There will be a bike check on May 31st at the Host Hotel between noon & 4:00PM, followed by an event meeting at 5:00 PM. Details to be announced soon. Be ready to show that your bicycle is in good working order, that it is equipped with lights that will work throughout 3.5 days of riding.
Per RUSA Requirements (Article 10) You'll need to prove the following:
Adequate reflectivity: Ankle bands, reflective vest
Adequate lighting: On your bike, 2 head and tail lights. Lights that can go the distance.
Your Helmet
Your SPOT Tracker if you are bringing your own. If you are borrowing one from us, then we'll provide it for you before your brevet card is stamped.
Bag Drop
Each rider will be allowed one medium sized bag for bag drop in Quincy. Please clearly mark your name and rider number on your bag. Please provide a bag that closes with zippers - open bags with handles, but no closures will not be accepted.
No rolling suitcases please. Soft medium sized duffel bags are excellent choices. It should be small and light enough that you can carry it on your own up stairs or across uneven surfaces in the dark. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
All bags for all events will be brought to the Gold Pan Lodge in Quincy on Day 1 for all events.
600k rider bags will be returned to the Host Hotel on Day 2.
1000k rider bags will be returned to the Host Hotel Day 3.
1200k: rider bags will be returned to the Host Hotel Day 4.
getting to Davis
By Plane: Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a half hour away, servicing most of the nation's cities. Service to and from the airport to Davis is easily managed by Uber/Lyft or a rental car.
By Train: The Capital Corridor (Amtrak) serves the Sacramento - East Bay area and connects via BART from San Francisco Airport (SFO) or Oakland's Airport (OAK). The train has stops in downtown Davis and a bicycle car for hanging your bicycle. Bring a lock!
By Car: Davis is located on US 80, about 15 miles from Sacramento and 60 miles from San Francisco. To get to the host hotel, take the Mace Rd exit.
By Bike: Have your gear sent ahead of you to the Host hotel and ride your bike to the start location! It's a great way to warm up for the ride.
Spot TRackers
All riders are REQUIRED to carry a GPS Tracking device. A real-time website will be available for friends and family to track your progress during the event. We will have them available for you at the start if you are renting one from us, or you may bring your own to use during the event.
If providing your own tracker, during the registration process at the Host Hotel, you must provide your device’s public tracking link. We will not accept requests to use phone apps such as Apple Find My Friends, etc as much of the course is not covered by cellular reception.
If you are renting from us and you loose or break your SPOT Tracker while riding, you will be charged for the full price of the device.
Weather in the Sierras
As they say, there is no bad weather, just poor clothing choices.
Weather in the Sierras in late Spring is variable. You can expect cold nights (close to freezing), and warm days with bright sunshine. Expect rain or snow at the higher elevations.