Event Description
A scenic one-day bicycle tour in Cochise County, Arizona. Sky Islands are known in the southwest as mountain ranges surrounded by radically different lowland environments. All Sky Island tour rides are a loop, beginning and ending at the Windemere Hotel in Sierra Vista, AZ.
Metric Century (Free T-Shirt):
The metric century 62-mile bicycle ride takes place on mostly rural roads with a sufficient shoulder width to provide a comfortable ride for the intermediate to advanced rider. The ride passes through Historic Bisbee, Arizona (www.discoverbisbee.com) and twice crosses over the San Pedro River. Two support stops will provide water, performance drink, and snacks. Restaurants in Bisbee also offer an opportunity to eat and rest, which is about half way through the ride. Technical support is also provided on the route if needed. Free T-Shirt for all metric century participants!
Cochise-Vista Ride:
A 21-mile bicycle ride around Sierra Vista on the newly designated Cochise-Vistas Bicycle Route. This casual ride for all level of riders takes place on multi-use paths and when not on a multi-use path most roads are striped with a bike lane.
Fun Ride:
A 5-mile fun ride in Sierra Vista on the Country Club fitness loop. Bring the entire family for this comfortable ride on all multi-use path.
Event details and schedule
Packet pick-up and on-site registration:
Day Before Rides: Friday, September 29, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Windemere Hotel Lobby
Day of Rides: Saturday Morning September 24, 6:00 - 6:45 a.m.
Metric Century ride start: 7 a.m.
21-mile and 5-mile start: 7:15 a.m.
Additional parking is available across the road at the Mall of Sierra Vista.
2 for $12 pasta dinner at the Windemere Hotel Friday, September 29.
Free t-shirt for Metric Century participants!
