| *Road Rides: |
Swanton
Loop-
Coastal breeze, ocean views and few turns make Swanton a local
favorite. Highway 1 makes up much of the route but Swanton road,
just past Davenport, is a nice diversion with a steep climb at
the end and a fun downhill as a reward. It's an out and back so
riding partners can't get lost. An approximately 35 mile loop.
For route info CLICK HERE. Hazel Dell Loop-Once you get through town, you wind through orchards and lovely south country roads. The route offers a couple of great snack stops along the way, rolling hills with one real climb and a great downhill. Total route is about 45 miles. For route info CLICK HERE. Ride to Monterey-This route takes you past the ocean, onto great South County back roads and through some of the county's agricultural treasures. Once you get to Castroville, you catch the paved Monterey County bike path all the way to Pacific Grove. Whether you opt for almost a full century (there and back) or break it into smaller segments, it's a stellar taste of central coast riding. For route info CLICK HERE.
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| *Mountain Rides: | Wilder
Singletrack Sampler- This is
our favorite wilder loop. It features some of the best
singletrack wilder has to offer. This ride includes a good
amount of climbing as well as some technical descents.
Experience wilders open meadows, ocean views, and dense forests
on this approximately 2hr loop. For a map and route info
CLICK HERE.
De Laveaga Loop- Check out De Laveaga park for a fun mid week ride. This ride is on the shorter side, making it the perfect after work jaunt, however it can be looped to make for a longer outing, if some additional trail time is desired. For a map and route info CLICK HERE. Nisene Marks Ride- This picturesque out and back ride is a great beginner to intermediate ride. Difficulty is determined by how far up the fire road you choose to venture. Sand point overlook provides beautiful views of the bay and is the common turn around spot for this ride. For a map and route info CLICK HERE. Waddell Creek Trail- This is a great novice mountain bike trail. It's a nice mix of fireroad and modest dual track with one short technical section. Be sure to bring a lock so you can take the 15 minute walk to berry creek falls. This is approximately For a map and route info CLICK HERE. Soquel Demo Loop- The Soquel Demonstration forest is one of the only parks in the area to feature a large network of legal singletrack trails. The riding is moderate to difficult and, depending on where you park to access the trailhead, features a good amount of climbing. Fro a map and route info CLICK HERE. |
*The above rides are routes our staff enjoys. Please keep in mind that road conditions vary and cycling can be a hazardous endeavor. Always wear a helmet, use due caution and follow all traffic rules. If you choose to follow any of these routes, you do so at your own risk and Sprockets and its staff and owners assume no responsibility for inherent conditions, injuries, etc. We also encourage you to use these routes as guides and carry a map with you at all times.