Four distinct routes offer great riding through the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains and along the coast.  All rides begin at UCSC Core West Parking lot and exit the campus via the Great Meadow bike path with stunning views of Monterey Bay. Post-ride meal with ice cream for dessert available on the Baskin Plaza till 6pm 

"Santa Cruz Mountains Challenge has it all; a course that is diversely beautiful and as challenging as it comes, while you are amply supported by enthusiastic volunteers offering yummy food. What is this well-organized ride missing?...the hefty entry fee, huge lines and too-crowded roads you’ll find at equally as challenging events such as The Death Ride. If you have the gumption to take on the steep climbs through tranquil redwood forests, screaming descents to the gorgeous California coastline, all on a course that is as tough as it is stunning, Santa Cruz Mountains Challenge will then go at the top of your list of rides you were the most pleased you were able to actually finish."

 —Terri Schneider, finisher of SCMC 135 on her mountain bike, and author of Dirty Inspirations: Lessons From the Trenches of Extreme Endurance Sports.

Stunning Scenery

This ride has it all. Shady redwoods, challenging climbs with glorious views, ocean breeze, smooth descents. Enjoy every moment.

Great Food

We pride ourselves on the quality and variety of snacks and meals during and after the ride. You’ll find home made banana bread, salty snacks, great sandwiches for lunch, and our famous build-it-yourself burrito and Marianne’s ice cream at the post ride meal.

All rest stops will have snacks and water and electrolyte replacement drinks to carry you through the day. 

Photocrazy will be out on the routes taking photos of every rider.  Take note of time when passing photographer for easy search after the event.

Registration

                                     Early Bird  Regular  

Until 10:00 pm on…… 15 April      15 June  19 July       20/21 June

45M Route                   $55             $65            $75         $80

Longer Routes             $70             $80            $90         $95

 

 
At a Glance
  • 21 Jul 2018 6:00am
  • Tickets On Sale
  • Santa Cruz Mountains ChallengeSanta Cruz Mountains ChallengeSanta Cruz, California, USA
  • Up to 133 miles (214 km)
  • From 75.00 USD
  • 650 Riders
McLaughlin Drive,Santa Cruz,California,95064,USA

Extra Information

The ride is organized by the Santa Cruz County Cycling Club, and is staffed entirely by club members and other volunteers. This enables the club to provide grants to local non profits that support cycling and health. SCCCC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

 

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