RIDE INFORMATION
The community of North Fork is sponsoring
the 17th
Grizzly Century ride in order
to promote the Sierra Vista National Scenic
Byway and
to encourage the enjoyment of our treasured resources.
Come and spend the day delighting in scenic vistas from
the unique vantage point that only a cyclist can claim.
"Profits" earned go toward promotion and improvement of
the Scenic Byway and to town restoration projects for
our mountain community.
Click here for a great video on the Scenic
Byway.
WHEN: Saturday, October 2rd,
2010. 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.
WHERE: North Fork, California "The exact center of
California" (Click Link for Map
Quest). Note
that the staging area is actually up the hill to the
left from the Map Quest star. 
The address is North Fork
School, 33087 Road 228, North Fork, CA 93643.
We're 20 Miles due south
of Yosemite National Park.
CARPOOL!!
Need a ride or have space to
offer? Go to the "Grizzly Carpool google
group" and see
what's available. We're not taking any responsibility
for anything you find on the site, though. You'll have
to become a member if you aren't already.
ROUTE DESCRIPTIONS
Route Map
THE GRIZ
(100 miles)
Over 10,000 foot elevation
gain. Pass Mile High Vista, Jackass Rock, Arch Rock, the
red fir forests of Cold Springs Summit, speedily descend
to Bass Lake and back to North Fork.
THE METRIC
CENTURY (100k = 63
miles) A 5,000 foot
elevation gain. North Fork to Mile High Vista and back.
Tremendous views of conifer forests, rock formations, and
the high Sierra.
LOOP THE LAKE
(24 miles)
A 1,000 foot elevation gain
around Bass lake, the Pines Resort. Beautiful pines and
quiet roads. Then return to the staging area along county
highway 274.
RIDE SPECIFICS
Registration
includes:
Rest Stops and SAG
T-Shirt (if registration received by 9/20/10)
A Pancake Breakfast provided by the North Fork Lion's Club
Lunch stop at Mile High Vista, Post-ride BBQ dinner
Lots of homemade cookies, fruit, and drinks along the
way.
Takes place rain or
shine!
Course
closes at 5:30 P.M. For everyone's safety,
please
observe this time. Our SAGs
will assist you in getting back to the staging area. Your
cooperation is appreciated. Showers are available.
This
page last updated May 4, 2010
