101 miles with 4,500 feet of elevation gain
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[GPS Satellite Data]Altitude, ascent, and temperature from bike computer (for location, see interactive map of bike rides):
[Course Data]Solvang Century - Cities/Towns Visited:
Solvang, Buellton, Lompoc, Vandenberg Village, Santa Maria, Sisquoc, and Los Olivos
Solvang Century - Counties Visited:
Santa Barbara County
Solvang Century - Climbs:
Mile 85 (cat. 4) and 90 (cat. 4)
Solvang Century - Rest Stops:
Mile 23 (Lompoc), 39, 59 (Santa Maria), 73 (Sisquoc), and 93
Solvang Century - Description:
Solvang, the «Danish Capital of America», is one of the most popular cycling regions in California. The Solvang Century is probably the biggest ride in the area. There are other rides such as the Solvang Spring Double Century and Solvang Autumn Double Century.
The century starts leading west through Buellton and follows Santa Rosa Road all the way to Lompoc. Then the route turns north, visiting Vandenberg Village and Santa Maria, the furthest point.
Afterwards the course leads east towards Sisquoc, and then south following Foxen Canyon and its climbs to Los Olivos. Ballard Canyon finally leads back to Solvang.
Solvang Century - Personal Notes:
This ride is a very popular event with great support, attracting thousands of riders of all abilities. I met several known and unknown people and had a great day.
Solvang Century - Pictures:
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[With Toyota-United Girls]Solvang Century - Current Weather:
You might be interested in these centuries, super centuries, and double centuries.
See also Year-Rounder Challenge.
Interactive map of bike rides.
Labels: California Century Bike Rides, California March Bike Rides
