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Give EarlyA challenging 102-mile ride, from La Veta to Segundo and back along scenic Colorado Highway 12, with great views, friendly volunteers, and excellent food!
The route follows Highway 12, a Colorado Scenic Byway known as the “Highway of Legends”. You’ll start in La Veta at 7,013 ft elevation, climb to the top of Cucharas Pass (9,945 ft), descend to 8,400 ft then climb to the second feed station at North Lake (8,600 ft). The route descends to the beautiful town of Stonewall and on to the lunch stop in Segundo, where the route reverses and returns, climbing along Highway 12. You’ll encounter the back side of Cucharas Pass, which some have called the “Soul Crusher” at 83 miles into the 102-mile ride.
Fees: $90 before June 15, $100 June 15-July 15, $115 July 16 or after and onsite
Scenic – Challenging – Delicious
Check their website at spcycling.org for all the details and to register.
Registration includes: 7 SAG stations (including lavish lunch), mechanical assistance, t-shirt, and post-ride meal. To be sure you get a Friday night dinner, register by July 15. They will offer some additional dinner tickets for $25.00, first come first served. They we cannot guarantee dinner for late or onsite registrations.