About the Ride:
The Metric Century (66 miles)
- The ride starts in Old Town Superior in the heart of Arizona's mining country in the beautiful Tonto National Forest.
- From Superior, you'll go east, passing the Ray Mine, going 31 miles and stopping in Winkelman where there will be a sandwich lunch served.
- From there, the route returns on the same path, again passing the Ray Mine.
- The route culminates in a climb called "The End of the World", a 1.5-mile climb that averages 11%. After you make it up that hill, you will think it is the end of the world! From the top, it is downhill into Superior.
- Day-of Registration is available, in spite of what the page says at the top! You will pay same as late registration fee.
After Your Ride
Registration:
Each rider is required to register. Fees are per rider, not per bike (both riders of a tandem must register separately.)
You must register online for the discount. Day of ride registration will not be discounted.
* 1/15 - 2/29: PMBC/GABA/Bullshifters Members - $40.00 / Non - Members - $50.00
* 3/1 - 3/12: PMBC/GABA/Bullshifters Members - $50.00 / Non - Members - $60.00
* Day-of Registration is available, in spite of what the page says at the top!
* PMBC/GABA/Bullshifters Members - $50.00 / Non-Members - $60.00
We will send emails to registered riders the Thursday prior to ride with any updates. Therefore, it is important to register with a working email address. If you do not see the PMBC Welcome email by the day before the ride, please check your spam/junk folder.
Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday (3/12) prior to the ride. If paying on the day of the event, you can pay your fees either with a check, cash or credit card.
Information:
Please bring enough spare tubes for your ride. There will be SAG vehicles on the route.
Time:
Saturday, March 14, 2020
Registration/Check-In is 7:45 am to 8:45
No mass start – this is not a race
What your ride fee covers:
The fee covers all SAG food, lunch, insurance, as well as supplies.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer Here!
Important Points:
- All participants must ride in accordance with all Arizona laws applicable to cyclists.
- There are bike lanes along these routes. Please use them unless they are obstructed.
- Ride in small groups or pace lines so faster traffic can pass with at least three feet of clearance. Take the lane if bike lanes are not available and the lane is not wide enough for motor vehicles to pass with at least three feet of clearance.
- Approach intersections in the rightmost lane that takes you where you want to go on the other side of the intersection. Signal your intentions to your fellow riders before slowing, stopping, turning or changing lanes.
- Helmets are required ~ Headphones are not allowed ~ Aerobars are discouraged while riding with others
- THE RIDE GOES ON, RAIN OR SHINE!
- No refunds are available
- Join the Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club for $25/$35 for individual/family and save $10 on registration! Member Signup / Information
- Sign up by February 29, 2020 for the $10 early bird discount!!
- Day-of Registration is available